OLDCHEV4X4 gets a M1008

[OLDCHEV4X4]

Finally after years of looking and bidding and surfing and driving all over the tristate area to look at trucks ....i won a M1008 from GL.
Its a 1984 M1008 with 89k on the clock. Looked like it was running from the Bordentown NJ pics. It had mud flung all over it in the GL pictures , so I assumed it was a runner. My current 86 Chevy K20 plow truck is finally beat after last winter, so I justified it that way with the wife.

My EUC cleared in 10 days and I set up a appointment with Chris. He was late so I had to go inside the guard post and talk with the Sargent Major. There shop is outstanding!! I want to join just so I can work in it!

Finally Chris shows up and we go to the truck and look it over. 2 new 6tl batterys. new looking fuel filter, new air filter, new belts., recent coolant service. Chris says he thinks this was the truck that they used to pull out other trucks when it gets muddy. It looks like it , there is mud eveywhere underneath. After a little glow plug card issue, it started up after the third try. I hop in and put it in gear and drive it to the trailer. Its in 4 low and the hubs are locked. Load up with not much trouble and take a little walk around.
If you go there ,watch out for the hornet's nest and thissle.

 

[atankersdad]

Nice looking truck Randy. No member on here deserves an MV more than you do. I know the boys are excited...

 

[OLDCHEV4X4]

I know how you guys like pics. Looks like i need the racks to go with the seats. And 1 more seat too. What are the brackets used for in the last picture?

 

[67_C-30]

Nice score!!!

 

[OLDCHEV4X4]

Duds, the kids were more excited than I was. I love it! I'm gonna come for a visit.

I sent the SF97 intel in , but i could not resist a ride up the road to the next driveway and back. It has fuel delivery problems, and stalls on the way back.
So i changed out the fuel filter, there was some nasty crud and water in there.
Try it again and all is good.
I found a few things in the truck, a lug wrench, a leaf rake, lots of trash, some bungie cords, a full plain white bottle of 15w-40 and these things. Any body want to ID the clip looking thing.

 

[Cucvnut]

do you have the chain and the lock still for the steering wheel ? that key looks like its for the lock.

 

[tamecrow]

Looks good!!

 

[GM72K10]

Way to go Randy, looks like a nice truck.

 

[jcappeljr]

I am glad you finally got one... looks good.

 

[OLDCHEV4X4]

do you have the chain and the lock still for the steering wheel ? that key looks like its for the lock.

The chain is there, but no lock. I have one of those locks without a key, so I crossed my fingers and tryed it........no go.

 

[HAWKMAN]

Nice truck!! if you think you might want to put troopseats/side racks on it Ive got them along with the bows..PM me if
interested, I can bring them to Gilbert

 

[OLDCHEV4X4]

I changed my oil yesterday. I put 7 quarts in, started it up, shut it off, let it sit, and the stick said 1 qt low. It has a spin on filter the same size as the small block Chevy, NAPA 1061.
I confirmed that the stick was all the way in.
I checked that the tube was seated all the way.
It looks like the oil pan is new. Its got fresh black paint and new bolts. The block also has fresh black paint.
Do some 6.2's take 8 qts?

 

[No.2Diesel]

Hi,

Congrats Man! Finally, hahaha... You certainly got a nice one. That would be neat to see it on the trails at Rausch Creek! Thanks for the pics.

 

[powerhouseduece]

Great score on the truck randy, I hope to see it in this falls RC rally! If you need any lift kit or parts let me know, my land lord is a bds dealer. I also have a set of front leveling springs for that truck if you interested.

 

[OLDCHEV4X4]

Hey Matt, I might have to make a return to RC this fall. If I get my title by then.
I am not going to lift this truck, its a work truck, plow snow, towing a car trailer, etc.
I do need some springs for another project though.

 

[LanceRobson]

Congrats. Randy

Although I never saw one mounted there, I think the floor brackets are for an M8 chemical agent alarm.

Would I be right in guessing that the SGM you were talking to was Ed Miller?

Lance

 

[OLDCHEV4X4]

Hey Lance, I dont remember the SGM name he was gray haired, thin build, nice guy.
Chemical agent alarm...hmm, I like keeping things original but I dont think i will persue that equipment.

 

[1986Blazerk5]

Hey Lance, I dont remember the SGM name he was gray haired, thin build, nice guy.
Chemical agent alarm...hmm, I like keeping things original but I dont think i will persue that equipment.

I think he is right, i have seen that piece on ebay but is very expensive, in my opinion its not worth it

 

[OLDCHEV4X4]

The truck is looking good. My wife and girlfriend look good too.
Happy Thanksgiving everybody!

 

[OLDCHEV4X4]

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