Hello,
I just took receipt of a 1986 M998 in 2-man configuration. Looks like it was primarily used in the AL NG. Cranks right up, no visible leaks, nothing missing other than the actual vinyl top for the cargo portion. The vinyl top for the cab is sun beaten and the stitching has come loose in many parts. It's going to be garage kept which will prevent further damage to the top, but I'd like to find a replacement for the cab and cargo if possible. To look at it, the thought that goes through my mind is that it could be repaired/resewn. There aren't any tears, just the threading has deteriorated. The auction site stated the left mirror was damaged but that was incorrect and just swung in. The headlights need to be sourced and I'm debating between incandescents or the more expensive LEDs. I've downloaded a bunch of TMs and plan to give it a more thorough going over PMCS-wise in the next few weeks. Any advice/tips would be appreciated, especially with regards to things to look out for, particular parts to have on hand which require frequent replacing, etc. Incidentally, I used to be my COs driver and drove a 4 man soft top in the Army 23 yr ago but don't recall having to do much in the way of maintenance- Just had to keep it topped off, backed into the parking space, and cleaner than any other vehicle in garrison. Guys at the motor pool did all the heavy work.
I just took receipt of a 1986 M998 in 2-man configuration. Looks like it was primarily used in the AL NG. Cranks right up, no visible leaks, nothing missing other than the actual vinyl top for the cargo portion. The vinyl top for the cab is sun beaten and the stitching has come loose in many parts. It's going to be garage kept which will prevent further damage to the top, but I'd like to find a replacement for the cab and cargo if possible. To look at it, the thought that goes through my mind is that it could be repaired/resewn. There aren't any tears, just the threading has deteriorated. The auction site stated the left mirror was damaged but that was incorrect and just swung in. The headlights need to be sourced and I'm debating between incandescents or the more expensive LEDs. I've downloaded a bunch of TMs and plan to give it a more thorough going over PMCS-wise in the next few weeks. Any advice/tips would be appreciated, especially with regards to things to look out for, particular parts to have on hand which require frequent replacing, etc. Incidentally, I used to be my COs driver and drove a 4 man soft top in the Army 23 yr ago but don't recall having to do much in the way of maintenance- Just had to keep it topped off, backed into the parking space, and cleaner than any other vehicle in garrison. Guys at the motor pool did all the heavy work.
