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I have ALL the components to install a winch on a multifuel Deuce. Recent takeoffs from a running truck. But now I have another Deuce with a winch, so I'm thinking I want a winch on my M813A1 more.
Anyone with a COMPLETE 5 ton winch setup they want to sell or trade?
Would have to be within 500...
Legal?
Yes! In 2005 anyway.
Before we made the trip, I checked with all the state police agencies enroute. Was told no problem by every one.
I've never seen anything in print that says yea or nay.
I drove a Deuce pulling an ammo trailer, pulling a pole trailer, from NW Minnesota, through Wisconsin & Illinois, to NW Indiana. 960 Miles. No problems.
Thanks for keeping us updated Bjorn.
I got too busy & a little bit discouraged while working on mine last fall, so I will make use of the info you share when I get back to them.
My non-turbo Deuce with 900-20s runs 56-58 mph while getting 6-7 mpg. At 45-50 mph it gets about 9 mpg. Full cargo cover installed.
Turbo Deuce witrh the big metal "riot" box on back & 1100-20s will run 62-63 mph while getting 8-9 mpg.
All speeds checked with GPS.
I've done a lot of brake work over the last 49 years (since I was 13) , so I generally know what to do when there is a problem. But this time I'm not too sure.
My buddy drives our '52 M35 all the time, so I never really look it over. He swears that before our last parade he topped-off the master...
OKCBAT,
Good tips already given.
But just for future reference: Turbo is on the RIGHT side.
Think of right & left as when you're sitting in the driver's seat.
I would really like to replace the electrical temp & oil pressure gauges with mechanical type gauges.
Anyone ever seen any that would fit into the stock gauge panel & look somewhat original?
Thanks!
A buddy of mine has a Deuce with much taller side staves, but the extra height is filled in with sheet metal. Looks a little odd, but is nice to walk around in.
Eric
Probably nothing at all wrong. Brake heat transfer is normal on my trucks.
But of course if you've never had the drums off, it would be a good idea to do so.
May find some stuck wheel cylinders, broken springs, or bad wheel bearings.
Make sure you have some freeplay in the brake pedal too.
A lot of guys on here thought I was goofy for paying $3000 for mine, but the body is excellent. tires very good, cab & cargo seats are nice.
A big plus for a guy like me with limited time, was that it was only 20 miles away.
If it's reasonably close to home, I'd buy it.
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