I thought about a 5 ton... but i.realy like the multifuel engine and manual transmission. Also if I want to put more weight in it besides groceries, I'd need a cdl correct?
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Tire options for m35a2- so lost
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here is a pic of 14.5 wide A3 tires/wheels up front and 11/20 tires in the rear on A2 stock rims. Handles pretty good in the snow. Ice would probably be a different story.
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Whoa...Id better drug test my computer or index finger....sorry about the multifuel pics.
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Just some impressions of mine for this thread.
So, I know you said you don't want to go the super single route, however, being 15% bigger than the stock NDT's (which totally suck on an asphalt surface, especially in the rain), you go 15% faster and get 15% better mileage. So, my top speed now is 62 and even though I live in the right lane, at least I can do the truck speed limit in my state (60 mph). My mileage on the NDT's was 8 and went to 9 with the super singles. Super singles are stupidly expensive though, so unless you have deep pockets or can get them used (see below) you should probably stay away from them.
Whatever you do, swap out the NDT's as they're also non-radial and did I mention they suck on road surfaces?
My first year of ownership I put about 3k miles on my deuce, mostly highway miles and you just get used to driving the truck so I wouldn't worry about it much - either you'll like it and accept your place on the highway or you won't. I have a bmw that'll lives in the left lane - all things to their own ability.
If there is a military base within your driving distance pay attention to gov surplus web sites as you can often get tires mounted on wheels (rims) at stupid prices, like pennies on the dollar (your tax dollars at work!). I picked up about $20k in super singles, mounted, for about $330.
A pic of my truck just before and after I mounted new tires.
So, I know you said you don't want to go the super single route, however, being 15% bigger than the stock NDT's (which totally suck on an asphalt surface, especially in the rain), you go 15% faster and get 15% better mileage. So, my top speed now is 62 and even though I live in the right lane, at least I can do the truck speed limit in my state (60 mph). My mileage on the NDT's was 8 and went to 9 with the super singles. Super singles are stupidly expensive though, so unless you have deep pockets or can get them used (see below) you should probably stay away from them.
Whatever you do, swap out the NDT's as they're also non-radial and did I mention they suck on road surfaces?
My first year of ownership I put about 3k miles on my deuce, mostly highway miles and you just get used to driving the truck so I wouldn't worry about it much - either you'll like it and accept your place on the highway or you won't. I have a bmw that'll lives in the left lane - all things to their own ability.
If there is a military base within your driving distance pay attention to gov surplus web sites as you can often get tires mounted on wheels (rims) at stupid prices, like pennies on the dollar (your tax dollars at work!). I picked up about $20k in super singles, mounted, for about $330.
A pic of my truck just before and after I mounted new tires.
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You might need a cdl regardless of what you carry in a 5ton check with your state don't go on here say find out for sure
Interesting you said that cause I just got done with a little research. The m54a2 weights in around 19000lbs. In my state as long as you're under 26,000 total, you're golden. And the plot thickens...
My deuce is rated at over 23,000 fully loaded according to the data plate
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Sad to say having a Military Base near by means nothing anymore. Fort Lewis no longer allows any auction activity on base. All items are sent down to Utah now.
I talked with the "late" manager at fort Lewis last year just before they closed down. After Gov Liquidation lost the contract the Military decided due to security reasons to no longer allow any auction activity on base anymore. So very sad !
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States go with the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating), not the empty weight. If you declare a lower weight than the max, you may be able to purchase a license tag for a little bit less. BUT, if you ever get stopped or otherwise are weighed and you are one ounce over the declared weight - let's just say it's gonna be expensive, in spades!!!
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Correct...I had to license mine for under 16000lbs in order to avoid a commercial plate. This means that I can only carry 2500lbs on the highway, but it also makes liability insurance cheaper and easier to obtain. For me, that was the best route as I will use the deuce to firewood off road/remote area, snow plow the deep stuff, and have a trailer to carry the real heavy loads.
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I like Firestone T831's if you can find them or afford them.
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I always like the look of the Firestone T831's. Can't seem to find them anymore though.