Huge mistake. I won a GP auction…. Cali FMTV

[Ronmar]

Hope the transfer case isn’t damaged…

 

[GeneralDisorder]

Hope the transfer case isn’t damaged…

Yeah hopefully the damage was from a forklift not an actual impact. That's a LOT of force required to move the axle like that relative to the springs / frame.

I can't even envision, mechanically, how that shock came to look like it does.

 

[TOBASH]

Yeah hopefully the damage was from a forklift not an actual impact. That's a LOT of force required to move the axle like that relative to the springs / frame.

I can't even envision, mechanically, how that shock came to look like it does.

I’ve been remaining quiet because I have not yet received the vehicle. I’m unable to comment on any of this damage, and it would be unfair for me to make statements in ignorance. You may absolutely be correct or not.

I will let you guys know when I am able.

 

[jeffhuey1n]

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Yes Sir!

Gotta branch out...
The disease is pretty aggressive.
Next you will want a wrecker to haul your vehicles around.
Or maybe an armored vehicle.

Build a gun truck!

 

[TOBASH]

Delivery looks to be Monday

 

[TOBASH]

My vehicle transporter (Daniel who does awesome work in California) told me that the bent shock seems to be forklift damage. Same with the bent driveshaft.

i’m told that the axle alignment looks appropriate and the axle does not appear damaged

I’m told the rig looks relatively new and unused.

I’m told tires hold air AND brakes were able to be disengaged with air pressure and did not need to be “caged”.

I’m told the rig pulled straight when loaded onto the trailer.

More details to follow when I receive her and inspect her.

 

[Mullaney]

My vehicle transporter (Daniel who does awesome work in California) told me that the bent shock seems to be forklift damage. Same with the bent driveshaft.

I’m told the rig looks relatively new and unused.

I’m told tires hold air AND brakes were able to be disengaged with air pressure and did not need to be “caged”.

I’m told the rig pulled straight when loaded onto the trailer.

More details to follow when I receive her and inspect her.

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Good Deal! Now to find a reputable drive shaft repair shop...
Happy to hear that the air system seems to be intact.

 

[spankybear]

I remember how I felt when I "accidently" won mine... Non runner and what not. I saw a turret cap sitting in a garbage pile at the local armory... I wanted to stop and ask someone if it was trash but never did.

I enjoy driving the LMTV better than the HMMWV... Also LMTV people are a little nicer than HMMWV people.

 

[Ronmar]

Oh hell, this is how it begins… All giddy optimism untill it arrives in your driveway then the reality of “OMG, What Have I Done” sets in…

You do have a therapist on retainer right?

Don’t turn to Alcohol, that path leads to the dark side…

 

[TOBASH]

Oh hell, this is how it begins… All giddy optimism untill it arrives in your driveway then the reality of “OMG, What Have I Done” sets in…

You do have a therapist on retainer right?

Don’t turn to Alcohol, that path leads to the dark side…

Turn to Alcohol? Diesel engines run better on other stuff like Kerosene.

Drinking alcohol is much better and lightens things up.

This will be a learning process. Swear jars will be filled to the brim.

No expectations, just gonna start work.