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  1. jumpmasterjim

    M1008 electrical question

    You could check the tie rods end. My buddys' 1008 had the death wobble. brought it to a shop. They said all was good. We checked again and found both tie rod ends were toast. Cost us about 200 for new ones.
  2. jumpmasterjim

    Help with title

    RE: Re: RE: Re: RE: Help with title Try getting a signed, notorized inspection signed by law enforcement or motor vehicle rep from your area. I used this approach near me.
  3. jumpmasterjim

    CORRECT ALTERNATOR 4 A M1008?..

    Real good price. I had 3 rebuilt up in N.Y. cost me 160 a piece. I priced a new one at Pep boys and they quoted $560-. So I figure it is a great deal. I used to rebuild my own in "the old Days". Now it seems that between getting the rebuild kit, testing the unit, and putting it back in, Its...
  4. jumpmasterjim

    Top Speed

    Are we talking hypothetical here? I know for a fact that the 923 I drove in Germany back in the 80s' would go a little faster. In fact I replaced the governor bolt on the front of the injector pump and let it drive to 5 MPH! That is, the speedometer needle spun past 60, past the MPH, and was...
  5. jumpmasterjim

    Grinding Transfer Case

    I'm having a small problem eith one of mine too. When I hit the brakes hard in 2wd it pops out of gear. I have to shift into 4 low to reengae it. I'm gonna get my spare rebuilt then swap it out. It seems that most people overlook checking the level and changing the fluid.
  6. jumpmasterjim

    Camp Falluja junkyard

    I had the fortune of being there 2x. foriegn dtuff too. Camp Taji had a bunch of soviet track/ tanks and a few 105 self propelled. If I only had a bigger duffle bag!!!!
  7. jumpmasterjim

    CUCV Starter GB CLOSED

    I'm still in up to $150 each for two + fees if needed
  8. jumpmasterjim

    CUCV Starter GB CLOSED

    Are you still winning? 500 pm and it looks close.
  9. jumpmasterjim

    CUCV Alt

    I priced the alternator at "believe it or not" PEP BOYS for $560-, they had the part number in the computer special order. I almost had a cow. I went to a rebuild shop and $165 each they completely rebuilt it with guarentees.
  10. jumpmasterjim

    CUCV Starter GB CLOSED

    I'll take 2 if you go for second lot!!
  11. jumpmasterjim

    M151A1/A2 interchangablility?

    Thanks.
  12. jumpmasterjim

    Need Help! Engine won't start warm!

    Couldn't you just rebuild the one you have. I priced an alternator last night and almost had a cow. I'm gonna try to get rebuild kits.
  13. jumpmasterjim

    numbers and letters on bumpers???

    The number 310 could be 3rd platoon . as said earlier the rh number is assigned today for accountibility purpouses. My last unit we used the 1st numer of the 3 digit number refered to the platoon . 3 . 1 would be the squad1st. and 0 would probable mean 1st vehicle in that squad.
  14. jumpmasterjim

    M151A1/A2 interchangablility?

    I just won the A2 harness on ebay. I called Maine and they want $675- for an A1 harness. I think that is a little steep. So I'll spend a little time converting the A2 harness to use. Does anyone know the website for the guy from Smyrna De? I'm looking for an exhaust and a few other tidbits...
  15. jumpmasterjim

    General Motors Defense projects

    I spent 2 years in Iraq myself. Up armored HMMVs were under powered but took one helleva beaten. My 1st tour in Falluja 2003 we didn't even have armor!!! We were the luckiest SOBs on earth. Believe it or not the Shell back HMMVs'with polymer doors repelleled 7.62 rounds. Not straight on. I...
  16. jumpmasterjim

    M151A1/A2 interchangablility?

    Thanks for the insight. I used to be a 63B a hundred years ago. I worked on A2s' for a while. just never had to bust my knuckles on any A1s' I'm looking forward to the challenge though.
  17. jumpmasterjim

    M151A1/A2 interchangablility?

    Does anyone know what if any differnces the M151A2 wiring harness has to work in an M151A1. I bought an A1 a few weeks ago and saw a harness on Ebay for an A2. any insight would be helpful. thanks.
  18. jumpmasterjim

    m1009 headlight problems

    the fuse panel is under the dash left of steering wheel. Fusible links on passenger side of engine compartment and around solinoid on firewall.One of my 1008s' is having similar issue. I'll have to get the multi-meter out this weekend.
  19. jumpmasterjim

    m1009 rear window

    I'd buy the tailgate for $50. Its worth the parts alone. I bought all the pieces for one of mine and it cost a fortune.
  20. jumpmasterjim

    Help with tailgate repair on M1009, parts needed

    Check gmpartsdirect.com They even use the part numbers from tm. I bought tail gate parts and glow plug card from them. reasonable prices.
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