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I installed a Zero Start (Zero Start part No. 3500025) 1,000 Watt 2" freeze plug block heater on my Deuce a year ago and it works great. Its located on the rear most freeze plug on the passenger side. My truck is stored outdoors and in the wind. Even so, when its 10°-20°F outside the entire...

Any more shots of the Deutz? :drool::beer: Very nice collection!

Its right in the 939 series Ops manual: Its called a...Spring Brake Release Control Valve "This valve functions as an override when a failure in the air supply system (causing spring brakes to engage) occurs. When valve is manually pushed in, emergency air is supplied to the spring brake...

Hi, Awesome, keep us abreast. What will you use the T-case pto for on the tractor? A wet line? Rear winch behind the cab?

Hi, Welcome to the site. Being a PA resident (Lancaster area is really nice) you don't want to miss the 3rd Annual Steel Soldiers Offroad Military Vehicle Rally at Rausch Creek Offroad Park Oct. 22-25. Even if you don't have an MV by then you'll want to ride along and hang out. To see...

Hood Bumps Hi, I finally found some pics of the desired hood clearance modification. These two pics show ex-Canadian trucks with nice looking "bumps.":-)

Hi, Nice M818. These pictures from the disassembly of the M819 may help some...The lever with the ball handle is the one that actuates the Transfer Case PTO. -The handle is mounted to the bench seat. When the lever is down in the "off" position, its always touching the calf of your leg & is...

Here's some more pics.... -Take note of the location of the hyd. pump that drives the crane (pics 319,322.) -Last two pics (298, 299) show M923 front bearing hanger

Pics for the Updtate Hi, Pics are here. IF....everything goes according to plan, you should see this thing at Aberdeen 09'. We'll work on it around the clock as the weather gets warmer. Pic description: -The first set are of the engine/tranny installation. I should've taken more pics of...

Hey JD, To answer your question about driveshafts: As it as stock, all of the 215" wheelbase 5tons have a very long two piece driveshaft assembly with a bearing hanger. I don't know the exact overall length but its 5-6ft. overall We'd be cutting down the rear and elongating the front...

First gear in the RR:-------13.32:1 Low in Aux:-------------------2.59:1 Low in Transfer:-------------2.00:1 Axle Ratio:--------------------6.44:1 Overall Ratio in Low:----444.34:1 :-P This will help immensely when executing a "pick & carry" with a heavy object. The 8000 series Spicer...

Current Status of Project: Hello, I totally forgot to post here, even with the weather things are busy etc. I'll share the latest (pics on monday, sorry you'll have to use your imaginations.) We last left off with everything taken apart and questioning what our next move should be with the...

Awesome. More big Iron!

Hi, Thats great news 86m1008. It'll be fun. I'd love to see that video when its reformatted OldChev. Just to be clear, as stated in my previous post we're on the calendar for October 22-25. Go here to see it on RC's calendar...

Awesome Man! [thumbzup] :hammer:

Man, I missed a good time :-D. I'm glad everything worked out safely for ya's.

I say definately UN-bobbed! By bobbing it, you'd be removing all positive attributes that come with having a 430hp 6x6 14' cargo truck. Its not like you live in an urban environment that requires a shorter turning radius:-P

That "parts" truck doesn't look bad at all! [thumbzup] Good luck on the project and take your time! :hammer: Please don't put mufflers on this truck!

Sick :-D What is the axle ratio? What is the OD ratio in the auto?

Awesome....Then its set. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!: -Thursday---October 22nd (:driver:convoy and arrival at RC in the afternoon) -Friday-------23rd (wheeling :driver:and other misc. fun:beer:) -Saturday---24th (more wheeling:driver: and other misc. fun:beer:) -Sunday-----25th (pack up and depart...