I like mine. Although these days I drive the M35 more. You can run as tall as a 34" tire on the 1008 stock wheels without modifications and that helps the top end speed. Most 35's and some 36" with front fender trimming.
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That doesn't put to much stress on the engine?
Nope, it runs fine.
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Cool. I was thinking of running 32in super swampers or bfg mud terrains. Has anybody had any issues with the diesel no.2?
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i run it in my M1008 runs great and its Cali diesel
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i run 33in bfg mud terrains and there great and its stock height...had to do a little front fender trimming but thats about it
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The M1008 is geared low enough that a taller tire is a relief. You will find better power and mileage on #2 diesel. Just do not run it below about 20 degrees. I much prefer to burn it when I can find it.
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What are the hazards of running it under 20 degrees?
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gelling most likely
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Pros:
-WRT aftermarket parts, etc, the M1009 is fully supported by the civilian K5 blazer sites. You can easily find what you need that's not military specific on this truck.
-It's NOT expensive! If you look for K5's of the same vintage, you'll likely pay the same or twice as much for a gasoline engine with over 100,000 miles and a lot of bubba-jobs done to the engine. For Under $3k you can get a diesel with less than 60k miles and pretty decent regular/regulated maintenance done to it over the past 20 years.
-You can justify it to your wife and friends.
-Great gas mileage (beats out my minivan)
-If you do regular PM, this engine will outlast most civilian counterparts of the same era.
CONS-
-20+ y/o vehicle. Rubber and plastic parts deteriorate and have to be replaced.
-24V starting system can take a little learning to figure out
-Military specific parts for things like the alternator, some other electrical stuff
-Wiring problems (typical of 80's Chevy's, right?) If I had time and money, it would be worth it to just pull ever doggone wire and replace them all.
-Getting used to diesel issues in general: glow plugs, GP modules, etc.
-Injector Pump issues- (This has been MY nightmare with the truck. The pumps are usually fine, but the seals need to be replaced. Certified rebuild can run $300+) You CAN find replacement pumps on CL and Ebay, but you should check with resident experts before buying and installing.
-Don't think your M1009 can tow anything like what even a modern Tahoe can handle. Payload is only around 1,200 lbs. A M105 trailer is pretty much out of the question. An M101 can work, but a M416 is the specified trailer.
That's it for now. Spend a good 8-12 hours just reading posts in the CUCV section and you'll get an idea of the issues we face, common solutions and how members feel about their rides.
Semper Fi.
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-WRT aftermarket parts, etc, the M1009 is fully supported by the civilian K5 blazer sites. You can easily find what you need that's not military specific on this truck.
-It's NOT expensive! If you look for K5's of the same vintage, you'll likely pay the same or twice as much for a gasoline engine with over 100,000 miles and a lot of bubba-jobs done to the engine. For Under $3k you can get a diesel with less than 60k miles and pretty decent regular/regulated maintenance done to it over the past 20 years.
-You can justify it to your wife and friends.
-Great gas mileage (beats out my minivan)
-If you do regular PM, this engine will outlast most civilian counterparts of the same era.
CONS-
-20+ y/o vehicle. Rubber and plastic parts deteriorate and have to be replaced.
-24V starting system can take a little learning to figure out
-Military specific parts for things like the alternator, some other electrical stuff
-Wiring problems (typical of 80's Chevy's, right?) If I had time and money, it would be worth it to just pull ever doggone wire and replace them all.
-Getting used to diesel issues in general: glow plugs, GP modules, etc.
-Injector Pump issues- (This has been MY nightmare with the truck. The pumps are usually fine, but the seals need to be replaced. Certified rebuild can run $300+) You CAN find replacement pumps on CL and Ebay, but you should check with resident experts before buying and installing.
-Don't think your M1009 can tow anything like what even a modern Tahoe can handle. Payload is only around 1,200 lbs. A M105 trailer is pretty much out of the question. An M101 can work, but a M416 is the specified trailer.
That's it for now. Spend a good 8-12 hours just reading posts in the CUCV section and you'll get an idea of the issues we face, common solutions and how members feel about their rides.
Semper Fi.
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