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Just memember these trucks are +/- 30 years old, there will always be something to do. Just do what I did, buy a spare truck, or two, or three, or......:roll: , Well anyway when one is down for repairs I grab the other:-)
I have an AN/PDR-63 Radiac along with a civilian Ludlum 3. Lots of fun to demonstrate to people. Most are scared with low level sources like "Fiestaware" (the redish orange ones) radium dial clocks and such.
There are a few websites that are Geiger counter (Radiac) related with good info on...
There was one at Reese AFB Texas before it closed while I was there, Don't recall it ever getting used.
On the other hand, There are many of them here in Maine. Both military and civilian versions, mostly in the reserve fleet for big storms.
Yes, it does say Fire Eater, It was a part of the Forestry loan program. It served as a brush fire truck for a town then was returned.
It appears to have been through a Depot overhaul sometime in the 90's and has many new parts.
Gives it a Christmas look next to the other one.....
I figured if I didn't make a notation about the towbar someone would say something.... so here it gos..
The picture was taken while moveing it arround the lot. Safety chains, Towed vehicle lights, and warning lights were used, No LEO's or...
Picked up a 71 USAF M35A2 WO/W from the Forest Service (GSA Auction) Seems to be in very good shape, Need to fix the brakes and paint it green!
Towbared it home with my other Deuce, All went very smooth....
It will be held at 304 Eaton Rd, Exeter, Maine. Basicly between Bangor and Newport.
Like last year there will be room for tenting and rustic camping. and if the rain comes again Ill open up the shop like last year to keep the drops off.
Looks like its time to get the ball rolling again for the 2010 rally. Last year was a little damp but fun anyway and was a good dry run to see what to improve this year.
June 19th & 20th in keeping with last years Fathers Day weekend dates
Hope to see you there
For some insperation on your project check out our UH-1v. information can be found at our website, includeing our birds history at www.deemi.org or search DEEMI on u-tube.
We have one flying and 2 parts/restorations
I Spent time in Lubbock, TX. There were a few larger trees there but they pull right out of the sand too.
I had saved a copy of mangus's video.......Provided lots of entertainment through the years. Been waiting for the release of a sequal.....
I had to replace both the balancer and the lower pulley. Both were bad, easy to spot when running. Gives you the shivers because it looks like the crank is broke. Got lucky!
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