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Licensing isnt a problem in Michigan as we do not have annual vehical inspections. I ran it with historic plates so that saved some MAJOR cash too.

The springs use thier original hangers from the doner truck. They are bolted to the frame. From what I have read, welding to the frame will cause cracks. Get yourself a good bit sharpener its cheaper that new bits every 2 holes. It has ARB's front and rear controlled in the cab:roll: yea right...

The driveshaft was lengthened to a flange to flange measurement of 57". It cost me about $175.

Aroung 6MPG depending on how fast you run it. I haven't had it on snow...yet. as far as compared to a regular pickup? Think of a mid '60s' one ton with big balloon tires. The frame is stock.

I just finished putting on all the stencils and markings with the kit I got from 67Beast (Top Quality and Great Price!). I will try and get some better pics up.:-D

The start derichment was set to high and it kept overtemping on the start attempts. I adjusted it down two notches on Monday. During MOC it didn't get above 800.:-D

Thanks for all the comments. The build was actually pretty easy just moving alot of BIG HEAVY stuff. The motor SGT said it needs stars and hood numbers. Looks like I'll be giving 67beast a call!:-D

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I will try and keep this saga short and to the point. In late 2007 I perchased a M818 from GL in PA. Had the truck towed by Westfolk to Michigan (Thank you Westfolk!). Had to repair a fowel running engine (bent push rod) with the help of WilWagner(Thank you Wil!). Ran it for a hundred miles or...