My first military vehicle

[Murnan998]

Purchased a 1993 M998 HMMWV the other day. It was love at first sight. Joined Steelsoldiers for the wealth of information and help, I know this place is going to be life saver.

 

[M35fan]

Purchased a 1993 M998 HMMWV the other day. It was love at first sight. Joined Steelsoldiers for the wealth of information and help, I know this place is going to be life saver. View attachment 792794

Welcome to the site, and congratulations on your new ride! That's a really nice looking HMMWV.

 

[NDT]

The Marines called the usual two man truck the “tall back”, not sure what they would call yours.

 

[BenRoberts]

Very cool, welcome aboard

 

[microjeep]

Hi from Georgia, be sure to check out the Georgia Rally coming in Oct,
here's the 2019 thread the 2020 should be up soon,

https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threa...19ssgr-georgia-military-vehicle-rally.190004/

Hope to see you there, Micro

 

[fasttruck]

Don't make a move without the pubs: operators' manual, organizational manual and parts book, and a lubrication order. The TM numbers are typically found on a data plate on the right side of the dashboard. There are many more grease points on a military hummer than a civilian one. Neglect them at your own peril. Grease is cheap. Parts cost money. Be guided accordingly.

 

[SCM35A2]

Welcome to the site, nice rig!

 

[Tracer]

Nice truck. Welcome aboard from Nevada.

 

[USAFSS-ColdWarrior]

Welcome aboard

Find a bunk, stow your gear, and prepare to get underway

Congratz on your first MV. You're now infected with the Green Iron Fever.... There is no known cure, antidote, nor vaccine.

Again, WELCOME!

John
SS Chaplain
San Angelo, Texas, USA

 

[fuzzytoaster]

The Marines called the usual two man truck the “tall back”, not sure what they would call yours.

A Quarterback...

 

[Gralmk]

Welcome from Mass. Nice catch, looks great!

 

[Migginsbros]

VW 181 Kurierwagen for my own. Mercedes Benz 311LA with friends, Unimog 404S with friends , 1980-1983 I remember

Edit: O.K. I think it´s a new thread about your first MV ever.
B.t.w. Congrats
Murnan998
to your MV.

 

[Tracer]

Chris, in the States Volkswagen marketed the 181 as the "Thing". This 1974 edition is leading a 4th of July parade. I think VW marketed the car here for about 4 years, almost all were soft tops but I do recall seeing a few hard tops. Due to scarcity, the nice ones bring a good price......about $14,000 give of take.

 

[fasttruck]

View attachment 804975 Chris, in the States Volkswagen marketed the 181 as the "Thing". This 1974 edition is leading a 4th of July parade. I think VW marketed the car here for about 4 years, almost all were soft tops but I do recall seeing a few hard tops. Due to scarcity, the nice ones bring a good price......about $14,000 give of take.

In the northeast the supply was rapidly depleted by rustouts.

 

[Tracer]

In the northeast the supply was rapidly depleted by rustouts.

In Southern California in the 70s, the Thing cost about $1000.00 or more than the VW Beetle, so sales were slow.

 

[Tracer]

VW 181 Kurierwagen for my own. Mercedes Benz 311LA with friends, Unimog 404S with friends , 1980-1983 I rememberView attachment 804945

Edit: O.K. I think it´s a new thread about your first MV ever.
B.t.w. Congrats
Murnan998
to your MV.

Chris this is a H-D 750 Street made in India.

 

[m715mike]

@Murnan998, I think your thread has officially been hijacked!

Back on topic... Congratulations! That is a great looking HMMWV and very worthy of being anyone’s first MV! I hope you enjoy it!

 

[Bill Nutting]

Welcome to the hobby and THE site for it. You are correct that you will find a wealth of knowledge from these folks. You found a great first MV. I hope you have a long driveway for all the trucks in your future!