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    Proper military style knot for M101 cargo caver

    Would you post the part number for future reference?
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    Proper military style knot for M101 cargo caver

    I don’t remember. Call them and read off some of the numbers on the label to them. That should do it. I would measure it but I’m two states away from it at the moment.
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    Need a lesson on engine tempatures and cooling system.

    The stop leak is also murder on heater cores. You'll be lucky if it’s not clogged with the stop leak.
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    Proper military style knot for M101 cargo caver

    X2 on what AntennaClimber said. Bought mine at same place. The thing I like most about the rubber rope is the speed and ease of it. I hated untying and retrying the regular rope just to grab or place something inside. Now it takes maybe 30 seconds, if that, to get inside and same amount of...
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    Need a lesson on engine tempatures and cooling system.

    Recommend you install a gauge. The 6.2L does not do well if it gets really hot. Was the water pump replaced on the current engine? All belts tight? As mentioned, fan clutch worn? The water pump and fan clutch should be replaced at same time. Too much antifreeze (not enough water added to...
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    Proper military style knot for M101 cargo caver

    Use whatever knot that will work. The trailer TM doesn’t mention (unless I missed it) which knot to use, just to simply secure the cover. I installed rubber rope on mine. Same stuff used on the M939 5 ton tarps. No more tying rope. Holds nice and tight down the road.
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    Storage Bin recommendations for M101A2

    I think everyone most likely just uses whatever works for them. Myself I just use what I already have on hand, which varies on brand, size, type and construction. Amazing what you can accumulate over the years. If I were starting from scratch, they would all match. Could get expensive...
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    M101A2 Landing Leg Repair

    Continue the possible transaction via PM or email please.
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    Wanting to mount these on m105

    Looks good. Just never load anything in it. Looks like there’s almost zero room for wheel travel.
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    Towing a M105a2 w/ civilian Pick Up ?

    Towing isn’t the issue. Stopping and handling it is. Unless you have the correct towing truck (M35/M939), it means no brakes. The M105 is a big heavy trailer. Most vehicles do not have big enough brakes to handle the extra weight. It sits high and when hooked to most civilian vehicles it...
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    M1009 rear axle seal replacement

    I would park it until it’s fixed. Are you sure it’s the axle seal and not the brake cylinder? If you’ve never touched the rear brakes, it would be a good idea to do them at the same time.
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    What have you done to your CUCV today/lately - Part 2

    Nicely Done! Looks Great! When is the next available appointment?
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    M116A3 Fix-up & Conversion Thread

    Many have tried different shocks. I do not remember them all and the search function here isn’t 100%. Try it and see. It would be great to see someone find a solution that works correctly. I agree with everyone else that the shock is too expensive for what it is. At least factory parts...
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    M116A3 Fix-up & Conversion Thread

    Thank you for the update. It is appreciated. You are one of many that have tried to use a different, cheaper shock only to realize it will not work. The original design shock is probably so expensive because it’s the only one that will fit that surge assembly correctly. Sucks, but it is...
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    M101A2 Landing Leg Repair

    While the body is probably galvanized, I don’t think the leg is. I know the legs on mine are just painted steel. It might be easier to post in the parts wanted Forum for a good replacement leg. Check eBay too. I’ve seen them for sale just recently. Nothing special about welding that I’m...
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    B-52 Turns 60

    Here in OKC, Tinker AFB is a Maintenance Depot for the B-52. You see them often. Awesome aircraft. Saw one a few days ago at about 2000 AGL setting up for landing at Tinker. They are big.
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    Has this happened to anyone? (oil cooler lines)

    P That’s quite the spaghetti of wiring in that pic. Did you use regular loom or automotive loom? The latter has a thin grey stripe running the entire length of the roll. It is high heat and much more resilient to chafing. Also more expensive, but well worth it.
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    Need some life/truck advice Re: M1031

    Good! Your still in the game! I had to deal with Insurance Companies about 10 years ago when I was hit broadside by someone who ran a red light. Luckily I was in my GMC 2500HD 4x4 and she was driving a Subaru. We were all ok but the steering wheel on truck turned quick enough upon impact that...
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    Need some life/truck advice Re: M1031

    If you’ve already signed a insurance release and accepted the money it’s a done deal. Sure you can sue them, but they will outspend you
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    Trailer lighting and lamps help please

    Plenty of custom made adapters on eBay. 4 pin or 7 pin to the Military plug. Couldn't be easier. Installed new Military taillights (the aluminum housing ones) since the original ones were trashed when I bought my M101A2’s Never touched the bulbs and their plenty bright, day or night. Assume...
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