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  1. rchalmers3

    Looking to buy an m725

    I disagree. Fitting the body to the later model rolling chassis would be easier in that there are fewer mounting points to fabricate and weld onto the frame. If the host chassis has stabilizer bars, they can be replaced with heavier bars to counter the body roll. Rick
  2. rchalmers3

    Rusty, Recovry and Panzerwillie's Wrecker Builds

    Maybe I missed it, but what did you end up deciding to do about stretching the frame, or will that be a future task? rick
  3. rchalmers3

    Deuce transfer case value?

    Don't toss it! Put it at the bottom of your parts collection crate! Deuce ownership mandates the slow but eventual collection of "someday" parts. Rick
  4. rchalmers3

    Pin-On 20,000lb Garwood

    Wow, great idea! I foresee a rolling custom cradle to mount the winch to for storage and for easily mounting to the truck. It would not need hydraulics, just some jack screws to rotate the winch into alignment. Rick
  5. rchalmers3

    M1010 Fully Self Contained, Long Range Expedition Vehicle

    Looks fantastic, John, thanks for sharing! I'd like to see more pics and details! Rick
  6. rchalmers3

    Way to make truck not start so people cant drive off in deuce

    It's prolly been mentioned, or in one of the posts attached, but fitting a u-shaped clamp with provisions for a pad lock behind the handle of the extended fuel stop cable works for me. Rick
  7. rchalmers3

    Technically...it works! (dump bed)

    Great ideas and fab work! The first image in post #8 could be used for the winter month spread in an MV calendar! Rick
  8. rchalmers3

    My M38A2 (CJ5)

    Ty, Thanks for posting pics of your project! It's awesome! It looks like there is sufficient real estate on the passenger side of the dash for some government property data plates! They wouldn't cost too much and would add to the image! Rick
  9. rchalmers3

    Using 5 ton cargo trucks for adventure type ventures

    Eastern Surplus claims to have built some for 6 Flags. See the link on their home page. There are 5 trucks down here parked beside the road 20 minutes south of the Liberia airport. I inspected a combination of deuces and M939 series offered as tour vehicles. They are fitted with forward facing...
  10. rchalmers3

    New deuce project

    Short lil begger! It looks pretty good from here! Rick
  11. rchalmers3

    LDS Hydraulic Pump Powering a Hmmwv Hydraulic Winch

    If the cavitation is occurring with the pump simply sucking and returning the oil to the tank, I'd suggest a larger suction hose with easy bends (45* or less) in the fittings. I'd also fit a better designed tank with increased depth, volume and distance between the suction and discharge ports. Rick
  12. rchalmers3

    A Rising Phoenix: Proposed Re-Purpose

    One of my go to songs is the Rolling Stones singing: "Time waits for no one". I'd post a link if I knew how! Best wishes to you Captain, may the road rise up to meet you..... Your contribution to this forum is appreciated. Rick
  13. rchalmers3

    custom shifter

    If it's the same as a deuce, you can take a look at the linkage pieces by searching in the "Parts for Sale". SS member USMC6062 is selling a rear PTO and pump kit. The cross-shaft linkage with lever is clearly visible. Rick
  14. rchalmers3

    The Duke Rides Again...

    As I recall from earlier discussions, you have ambitious plans for modifying your truck. Please share with us your build plans! Rick
  15. rchalmers3

    Clunk when shifting between reverse and drive

    I realize you are focusing on the driveshaft deflection, but may I suggest confirming the motor and transmission mounts are ok. Rick
  16. rchalmers3

    419 see off label usages

    Lets SEE, (get it?), how about a brush chipper, wood splitter or hydraulic chainsaws? Hydraulic winch, hydraulic gen set, snow blower, or ???? The place to go get ideas is to do searches of the implement manufacturers in Germany that sell implements for Unimogs. European municipalities often...
  17. rchalmers3

    3.73 vs 4.10 th400

    Given your intended usage, I wonder why mileage is a concern. It may be best to consider how you might select gearing for obtaining the best part of the torque curve at the speeds you expect to drive at and let the mileage fall where it may. Towing, driving on logging roads and seeking out a...
  18. rchalmers3

    S.E.E. not just for septic tank work

    I hope you aren't planting that tree in the center of your MV parking area! Rick
  19. rchalmers3

    need to move a deuce. Recommendations wanted.

    Hi and welcome! Good on you to have it hauled, vs. trying to drive it. My suggestion is to place an add on U-Ship.com. There you can have truckers bid on the haul, and after a few weeks on there, you will know the best price for hauling. It's always good to be as informative in placing info in...
  20. rchalmers3

    Added a Warn 18000 lb winch to my Deuce

    The Garwood PTO winch is a beast and wrestling the cable once or twice (or all day!) will have any sane person think twice about un-spooling often. Congrats on the install and thanks for the photos. Rick
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