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    New source for Locking hubs!

    ill bite...... Here are my arguments for not disengaging the interaxle by pulling the shaft.. 1) Increase in mpg is only 1 to 2 mpg. 2) The differential is turning anyway and i personally think wear is minimal. How many worn out rear differentials have you seen? 5) You have to leave the...
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    Running Lights

    no, my m715 did not, and neither did my m35. i spliced two wires together and mine come on now
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    New source for Locking hubs!

    steve gershner is a 6x6 nut. ive chatted a few times with him. he said he had some input in the design, and he was the oone who said 595. for 750 you could almost get THREE selectros (enough to "do" a deuce)
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    New source for Locking hubs!

    595 was the price listed on the pirate link
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    New source for Locking hubs!

    i like the competition! spicer, you wanna call ouverson and find out if they will cut us a deal? or for that matter maybe if we (the forum) bought a few pairs of hubs and axles we could all save some money.....
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    front axle help

    thanks. i have new tie rod ends, new drag link, power steering, lockout hubs and have tightened retightened the bearings 3 times, and have set the tow in to factory specs. i may put more tow in on it.
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    front axle help

    i cannot seem to find in 068996 an exploded view of the front axle knuckles. im getting some shimmy, and have been told to do several things 1) replace the bushings (i ordered 4) 2) balance the tires (i didnt think you could) 3) tighten some thing inside the knuckles, that will make the...
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    gauge and lighting alternatives

    http://www.datcon.com they are a stewart warner subsidiary. i run them on my m715. they are individually lit and not expensive. 24 volt bulbs are available.... they are black face, black bezel and look stock. FYI: mechanical (i prefer) 0~100 oil gauge is $34 mechanical water temp...
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    Head gasket questions

    ok, all the head gasket talk has got me thinking. i need to replace some seals/gasket anyway.... 1) how long does it take to replace the head gasket? 2) other than the headbolt tool, any other special ones needed? 3) if i buy a whole gasket set, can i regasket/seal the motor in the truck, or do...
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    License Plates for a 2 1/2 ton ?

    interesting louisiana law. no use restrictions. one time 25 dollar fee. the painted numbers are yours. no weight restrictions/classifications 47:463.16.  Special license plates or authorized identification for World War II, Korean War, and other military vehicles A.  The secretary shall...
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    Regular 900x20 Wheels

    hes dan, in magnolia, mississippi, its been in his signature since i signed up.....
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    Deuce VIN Facts

    mine is 4m-0822
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    locations

    ok, so we agree. rules are rules (notice i HAVE a signature!)
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    locations

    i dont care if you ask me to stand on one leg when i type (i would if i had to). location is a board requirement. i have and do agree to abide by the rules..... im only saying i DID put my location in the fields when i regstered. its this program that doesnt work. i read the board requirements...
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    locations

    i see we are about to lose a new member. ive said it before, and ill say it again. your program should be updated to force the registrant to place his location in the location field, and then thats it. it can then add it when they post.... other boards do it. -or- it can just be in thier...
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    Seat Recovering?

    you can call, or email. no website
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    LDT465 C OR D ENGINE, WERE THE C MODELS UNDATED TO Ds?

    mine was mwo'd to bypass the diesel by usarmy
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    2.5 vs 5 ton

    13,000 vs 23,000 empty weight. so i guess the 5 ton would be a nice ride on rural bridges marked 12 tons or less. also it can be an issue on neighborhood roads and driveways due to the weight. other than that, i have no idea
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    Seat Recovering?

    it says new life price list. its the newlife resource price list she sent me. mods delete it , or i guess i will
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    Seat Recovering?

    new life price list 12/04 Following is our list of canvas and webbing items for the M-series 2 ½ ton trucks.  We use 18-oz/square yard canvas with the correct milspec water and mildew resistant finish for tops and seat covers (different finish for tops and seats).  Details and designs are the...
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