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  1. KamikazeKunze

    Anyone Running a Dometic Fridge? 12 or 24v?

    Hey guys, i’ve got a lot of my pesky issues taken care of and the interior almost built out on my 1010. I am having one weird issue with my new Dometic CFX95DZ. it runs great off of 110v using a 24v 3000w inverter. It runs great when the truck is running (compressor kicks on and stays on)...
  2. KamikazeKunze

    M1010 heater removal and replacement door needed.

    Hey guys, Got my M1010 running awesome and drove her down the highway with the dang heater door dangling....needless to say.....it’s lost along the highway now......so before I build my own replacement door that drops down into a table so to speak.....anyone have an extra door they want to part...
  3. KamikazeKunze

    M1010 blinker issue

    Hey all I need some guidance. All of my lights work and turn signals work.....until I turn my headlights on or running lights. once I do that I have no left turn signals. Green light in dash is dim and the turn bulb itself is glowing dim and constant as well. I’ve changed bulbs, checked for...
  4. KamikazeKunze

    Should I Turbo my 6.2L M1010

    Hey guys, I got Rambo the Ambo almost set up. She weighs in at 7500 pounds per the local scales after the RV conversion. Shes billy goat off road but slow as **** on road. Should I Banks Turbo my 84 6.2L? She only has 31k on her. I do have 255/85/16’s on her stock rims. I’m not sure how these...
  5. KamikazeKunze

    6.2L fuel leak

    Hey all, I have sprung a mystery fuel leak. When my 84 1010 runs for over 10m I have a Fuel puddle under the passenger side. it’s leaking for up above and down onto the starter, then dribbles off the front drive shaft. The fuel filter underside is dry, injectors look dry and nothing is wet...
  6. KamikazeKunze

    Anyone running 3 fuel tanks in an M1010 or other CUCV?

    Hey all, I got got a deal on the passenger saddle tank and a 30g suburban tank. anyone running all of these? I’m trying to wrap my head around the plumbing and wiring of it all. I’m know It’s a bit ridiculous but I am thinking long range expedition use. Any input is appreciated 😉 thanks a bunch
  7. KamikazeKunze

    Suggestions for “house battery” in M1010

    Hello all, I need your assistance. I am converting my 1010 into an off-road RV. I have an unused circuit in the box for the filtration units. I’d like to tap into it to power the “box”. Easy enough, but my question is how can I separate that circuit so I can power it off the truck while...
  8. KamikazeKunze

    M1010 bunk and A/C parts anyone?

    Hey all, I’m reconfiguring my M1010 come RV. Decided to ditch the litter/bunk and support bracket as well as the A/C unit. Compressor to box. Anyone want/need any of these? Not sure what they’re really worth but I’m not looking to get rich off them. Thanks
  9. KamikazeKunze

    M1010 A/C questions.

    Hello everyone, I have a few air conditioning questions for the 1010. 1) the fan for the a/c will run even if the master kill switch is off. Is this normal? 2) the unit has been converted to R134. It was overcharged so I bled the pressure off until it was in the green. The compressor still...
  10. KamikazeKunze

    How to keep her cool?

    Hey All, I took the old 1010 to Denver Sunday and she did great, with one exception. She didn’t use a drop of oil, nor ATF, but she did puke coolant a few times. I have 33’s on her and even though her top speed is now 70mph, I kept her at 55 the whole drip. But climbing Vail Pass and The...
  11. KamikazeKunze

    M880 Steps\Seat....for trade or sale

    Anyone want/need this? My uncle doesn’t want to use it in his M880 RV conversion.....lol Thanks
  12. KamikazeKunze

    Name this sticker

    Hey all, I masked around these when I painted the old girl but now I think I want to replace these reflective stickers? What are they? I haven’t seen them on any other M1010 onthe interwebs. But I have seen them on the back of tractor trailers in Australia......courtesy of more than a few...
  13. KamikazeKunze

    Got her painted! And I have a question.....

    Hey all, Finally got her painted. Now for touch up and such. The old man that had this had a 110v a/c unit on the passenger side of the overhead a/c. It didn’t work so I pulled it out and installed a 8x16 inch basement window vertically.....side benefit????? When it’s open it forces the air from...
  14. KamikazeKunze

    Recommend Durable Seat Cover?

    Hello, I was wondering if any of you had a recommendation for a quality bucket seat cover for my M1010? i just did the dash and will install my carpet kit this weekend, but it’s going to get hot soon and the thought of sitting on a vinyl seat this summer doesn’t sound pleasant. There is so much...
  15. KamikazeKunze

    Spacers to Raise the Seats

    Hey All, Quick question for you all. I have my interior out for the new dash OER (POS) and roll on bedliner and then carpet with mass backing. Dang cab to TOO LOUD. Question part. I feel like I’m a little kid driver grandpa’s truck. I’m 5’9” and it feels like I’m in a low rider. Anyone ever...
  16. KamikazeKunze

    M886 wheel question

    Hello, I found a deal on Chevy 8 lug wheels and tires near me. Do GM 8 lugs wheels fit on Dodge 8 lug hubs? thanks all
  17. KamikazeKunze

    M1010 Electrical “box” over drivers wheel well?

    So.... I have the one bench in place on the passenger side but my drivers side is a blank slate. Was going to make that side the kitchen. What is this for? Can I tap into it for power in my planned kitchen? Thanks all
  18. KamikazeKunze

    1977 M886 Draglink and PS Questions

    Hey all, The infection is spreading.....in addition to my recent M1010 acquisition my uncle just scored a 1977 M886! Question one? Does anyone know the replacement part number for the stock draglink? His has a huge amount of play at the pitman arm mount. I don’t know Dodge to well, but I can’t...
  19. KamikazeKunze

    M1010 bunk mount?

    Do any of fine people know what this is called or where I can obtain one? it’s the bracket/mount for the wall side of the bunk setup. thanks so much!
  20. KamikazeKunze

    CUCV M1010 Newbie here

    Hello all, My first post here so be gentle. I just scored a 1984 M1010 with 29k miles on it. I have a metric ton of questions but I thought I’d start small. 1) I need tires does anyone know how large I can go without a lift? Also, do I have to worrie about wheel offset specifically in the rear...
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