Headed to Eglin

[k4vem4n]

Hey guys, I have been watching this site/forum for a really long time, getting my ejemuhkation. I'd like to thank all here for sharing their knowledge.

Going to pick up my first deuce next week (Tuesday) from Eglin AFB, Fl.
Will be driving it back to Ft. Lauderdale. Approx 650 miles
I posted pics

I feel pretty well prepared and have spent a dam fortune on my emergency kit, but better safe than sorry. Also have a shipper standing-by as a last resort.
Feeling kinda all over the place though, since my EUC cleared in about 10 days, was totally expecting another couple weeks at least to prepare.

Any one have any ideas as to what may be all over the instrument panel? Looks like oil of some sort.

Also, Am I missing something about the site? The links for manuals and a few other things are not working, they did in the past for me, but now they just direct me back to the forum. I'd like to have as much literature as possible on hand, to battle whatever life decides to shoot my way.
Thank You all for your input!

 

[nk14zp]

JATONKA's M35 TM download page

 

[jwright]

Welcome, I hope you got a good back. I was going to say the oil was from the speedo cable, but the oil is higher then the cluster. Good luck and be safe

 

[k4vem4n]

NICE!!! thanks a lot!!!

Someone in my office is gonna throw a fit when there's no more ink or paper after I print all that stuff.

 

[123mack]

I didn't see it mentioned in your prep for the trip, but have you gone through Eglins' vetting procedure? It's required for all non military entering the base. Hate to see you drive 650 miles only to be turned away.

 

[Warthog]

Doesn't really matter what it is on the guages. At least they are still there. GL has removed untold numbers of them.

Sounds like you have a good handle on the recovery.

Remember brakes are the number one thing to check.

I didn't see it mentioned in your prep for the trip, but have you gone through Eglins' vetting procedure? It's required for all non military entering the base. Hate to see you drive 650 miles only to be turned away.

Ditto on calling ahead to the Base to find out what they require to get onsite and if they will allow you to work on the trucks there. Some locations require you to tow the trucks offsite.

 

[Ruppster]

Are you going back home via I-75 or I-95? If you will be going down I-75 I can give you my phone number in case you have any problems. Just send me a PM if you are interested in my phone number just in case.

Good luck with the recovery.


Ruppster

 

[wreckerman893]

I didn't see it mentioned in your prep for the trip, but have you gone through Eglins' vetting procedure? It's required for all non military entering the base. Hate to see you drive 650 miles only to be turned away.

You said you are going on Tuesday...does that mean you have a confirmed pick up appointment?

It has been a couple of years since I was down there but you need to call and see if you need an escort. I had a military ID so I got in without one. Some bases reqire that you have someone from GL to meet you at the gate.

I know that at Anniston Army Depot I still have to have an escort even with a retiree ID card.

As stated above you don't want to make a long drive for nothing.

 

[Recovry4x4]

Look very closely at picture number nine! Can you see the V shaped area of light at the top of the windshields right in the middle? Your top has let go right at the front seam and the 3 support rods (or at least the middle one) is not there. The top is vee ing down and dripping water on your gauges. No biggie but I would add no less than 2 rolls of quality duct or gaffers tape to your recovery kit. What are you taking for a chase vehicle? Would be interested to hear what you have loaded so far. Any contingency for brake work or bleeding? A power bleeder is nearly a must for this stuff. If you are out of time to build one, I can loan you one! Keep updating this thread with your plans and what kind of stuff you are taking, there are some pretty informed folks on this site and always willing to lend a hand or offer constructive critisizm.

 

[Stonepicker1]

If you need a tow bar or anything let me know, your only around 10 miles from me. I'll be home all weekend/Monday also.

 

[123mack]

There's a lot more to it than calling for an appoinment. http://www.govliquidation.com/forms/Procedures-for-Access-to-Eglin-Air-Force-Base-and-Affidavit.pdf. I was told the commanding general of Eglin started this last year. Looks like it takes at a minimum, five business days.

 

[3dAngus]

Just email Lyle at the above letter email address. He will email you all the necessary paperwork for the visitor request which will get you in. If you are in a big truck or with trailer, you may have to go through the commercial entry gate. It takes a few days to process the paperwork where they have it on the computer for the gate guards to see. You will still need to stop at the visitor side and get signed in. It is not the easiest process, but, you have to live with whatever eny base commander is going to come up with and play his game on his turf.

Be sure to follow up on the paperwork before leaving the house. Mine was lost. I showed Lyle where he sent me confirmation of receiving it and all was OK, but when I arrived, he didn't have me down. Bring a copy of everything by way of correspondance with him and any paperwork you fill out, just in case.

OH, and as always, be sure you have a copy of your insurance papers and your car registration.

 

[k4vem4n]

I didn't see it mentioned in your prep for the trip, but have you gone through Eglins' vetting procedure? It's required for all non military entering the base. Hate to see you drive 650 miles only to be turned away.

I spoke to Lyle at Eglin and dealt with all the access paperwork (Access Affidavit/Memorandum), he assured me that Tuesday was a go.
I thought that the fluid on the dash might be a water leak somewhere, I just didn't see any water on the ground. I hope thats the case, duct tape is mans best friend.

Y'all have me worried about the brakes though. I'm unfamiliar with the system and I won't be comfortable until I'm lookin at it, diagrams just don't feel right to me. I'm a fast learner though, so with the right parts I should be ready for anything. They should be fine, just gotta be prepared. Any tips on what to look for/ how to deal with it? I took 3 days off to deal with any mishaps.

I have been collecting just about everything off the posted DRMO Pickup Lists that have been posted, just scrambling for couple other parts. NAPA has been great and have had everything I asked for by the next day.

I'm going up with my father in his Titan. It'll be sufficient to carry tools and parts but not sure how much use it'll be for towing, put THAT in a Nissan commercial!!!

I didn't realize there were a few local members here, I appreciate your offers and will take you up on it if necessary.
I felt that the whole process was crawling, now that the EUC cleared i'm on hyperdrive, god help me!

 

[k4vem4n]

Any contingency for brake work or bleeding? A power bleeder is nearly a must for this stuff. If you are out of time to build one, I can loan you one!

With plenty of research and reading i'm understanding. Recovry4x4, I've read you're power bleeder article, and have one question. What size adapter do i need for the mc cap, or if it varies what sizes should i have on hand? Also, for the air lines, are there any preventative measures i need to apply?
Does anyone know what hoses sizes/lengths i should keep on hand for emergencies? (for anything really)
starting to feel like I can build a new truck at home with all the parts I've collected.

 

[wreckerman893]

If you have someone to pump the brakes while you bleed them you dont need the power bleeder.

Be aware that until you are familiar with deuce brakes accessing the master cylinder fill cap can be a beotch.

You have to remove the small line that goes into the cap and then remove the cap itself.
There is not a lot of room to work in there.

You also need a small funnel to get the DOT 5 into the hole without spilling it all over the ground. One like you use to put tranny fluid in is a good one.

Start bleeding from the farthest wheel cylinder and work forward.

I don't know how much work they will let you do on post....they are extremly paranoid about spilling any kind of fluid on the ground...the vehicle may have even been drained of all fluids.

Did you ask the GL rep about this?

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

 

[Recovry4x4]

Threads in the master cylinder cap ar 1/8" NPT.

 

[k4vem4n]

Well, back from my trip, PURE ****!!! All started fine, everyone at the base was very helpful and I had a great experience there.
I call Sabotage!!!
My dad, very NOT mechanically inclined, wanted to help, so I gave him the job of topping off the fluids for the transmission, transfer case and diffs. Explained the fill plugs, handed him the gear oil, wrenches and a pump and let him work.
I did the brakes, FULL of air, (thanks for the tips about that!) with all the advice, that went well and the brakes were fully operational. Checked the filters, lines, Filled tires with air...etc
After I was confident that I could turn the motor, I swapped batteries, went down the startup procedures (hydro test) and fired her up.....she sounded GREAT!!!!
WooHoo!!! and were off. Her first move was a test through mudhole about 2 feet deep and 20 30 +feet wide, that was the only way out of her resting spot.
I did notice the clutch was slipping a little at high rpms, but decided to take it slow and push on.

Ok so 200 miles into the trip, the clutch is now slipping so bad she can't pull herself up the hills anymore, and my top speed is like 35-40. I pull off to investigate and had to force it out of gear...the clutch was shot, would not engage whatsoever. I come to find that I have oil leaking all over....AND my fording plug is in......take a guess.....my dad filled the flywheel housing with oil......UGHHH need I say more. oops, I guess I shoulda mentioned that.

So she's on the side of the road waiting to be picked up by the freight company that I hired, they gave me a good quote ($800 loaded/delivered/unloaded) I hope they get on it quick, since now im 500 miles away and can't keep an eye on it.

So what kind of damage could I expect...clutch, pressure plate, seals....?

Oh yea, I should also mention. With all the preparation for the truck I failed to note that I was heading north and didn't take into consideration the cold weather that the country is experiencing....so the 200 miles I drove were with the top removed (was in fact detached from windshield) and I was only wearing a t-shirt and jeans....30 degrees!!!! FROZEN couldn't feel my fingers.

 

[k4vem4n]

short lived excitement before certain doom

 

[wreckerman893]

You may be able the clean the clutch with some brake cleaner unless you burned it up running it while it was slipping.

 

[Warthog]

Glad you have a backup plan. Sorry to hear the troubles though.

More than likely the disks on the clutch plate are shot. Preassure plate should be okay.

I have had the preassure plate and clutch rebuilt for ~$100.

With the fording plug in, where did your dad find to put the lube in?

It is possble that the tranny was suppling the fluids thru the input shaft.