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I used to have an M977 (my avatar) that was a fairly (to me) expensive vehicle. Once I realized it had what I thought was the wrong fluid in the transmission (based upon what I was told by Allison), the decision was easy...swap it out and do it a few more times to get rid of all of the 10W. I...

I think that they wanted parts/fluids commonality. As you can see, and is proven by all of the trucks coming out, other fluids besides Dexron and Transynd work. I have been told that Dexron is nothing more than 10W oil with additives, and I'd think that Transynd is the same except it is...

You are making a valid point. It all depends upon whether or not you want to adhere with the original manufacturer's recommendations. My Allison dealer told me what Allison recommends. If you bought a transmission from them, and put 10W or 15W40 in a new transmission, and it failed, I believe...

On an A2 is under the hood...passenger side, back by the firewall.

You will need to check to see what kind of fluid is already in the transmission, but it is probably 10 weight. I always go with Dexron, but the latest fluid is TRANSYND (synthetic). I have spoken to my local Allison shop and asked them what they would recommend in the tranny, and it is NOT 10...

Get it shipped. Driving an unknown truck is an adventure, and that could be good or bad. Be careful. I had a friend who drove an M35A2 home from Charleston, SC. Well, once he got it home we looked it over. Most of the bolts were either missing or loose on the steering box.

Awesome job on the paint. I love the 4 color camo.

I'd be curious to hear which trucks were fitted with them.

Fuel burning cab heater. I don't believe a standard hot water heater will be able to keep up with the cold. The fuel burning heater kit comes with transmission and t-case canvas shifter boots so that will help to eliminate those drafts. Also, a hard top would be nice.

Where did you find a rebuilt transmission for an M939 series truck for that price? That is a great price. If you can share the source (maybe through a PM), I'd be grateful. Thanks.

I NEVER thought I'd say this because I have been an M939 series fan since before they were coming out and especially, since 2001 when I bought my first. I'd suggest an M809 series truck.

Contact CUCVFAN. He actually owns an M1009 with the original MERDC scheme. The cool thing about his truck is that he believes it might be the first production M1009 CUCV off the assembly line based upon the VIN.

The key is to burn seasoned, good hardwood and let the fires burn hot (before banking them back later). No pine or other heavy-creosote-producing woods. I burn oak, maple, and locust mainly. Lastly, chimneys should be swept every cord of wood that is burned through a fireplace. I have been...

I am betting it is the governor. The compressor is a "dumb" piece of equipment in that it just produces air pressure when "told" to do so by the governor.

I've owned two M548s...I ended up selling both. While I regret selling the last one with 24 original hours (12 when I bought it), I sold them because it gets old driving one around on the same small plot of land. I actually had access to about a 15 acre field on a large farm (the other fields...

Thanks for the reply. I was only asking because I have found all sorts of bizarre stuff with trucks rebuilt there.

I am sorry I cannot help, but I am curious...is this a RRAD rebuild?

What kind of tree is it? Pine? I would not worry too much? Hardwood like an oak or maple, call in the tree experts. If you do try it, make sure people stand clear of the chain.

That is incorrect, at least when I have asked about American armored vehicles overseas. For whatever reason, once an American armored vehicle leaves the country, you can't get it back in. There probably are exceptions, but this has been the rule that I have been told. I tried to get an M113...

The dumps tend to bring good money. There are dealers trying to peddle them, but there are not a lot of people who want to pay the premium that GL brings (plus 10% bidders fee and tax) PLUS the dealer's profit margin. Go check any of the dealers; there is a reason they don't move many at...