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I recall there were a half dozen M1078 cabs in various condition and a few complete but damaged trucks auctioned off about 4 years ago from Camp Pendelton.
Anybody here remember those?
I check for complete trucks occasionally but nothing comes up on my searches.
Rick
I am guessing, but I think ITS is up against the one particular provision that made it easy to title in that state: No inspections of the vehicle. If Maine has instituted vehicle inspections, the paper mill machine we have enjoyed is over.
Again, this is just a supposition.
Rick
This statement does not agree with the SF97 application instructions on the GL website. The first line of instructions clearly state the vehicle must be removed from the site first.
mhassett, are you saying the GL site rules do not need to be followed? Please explain.
Rick
Hi Pete,
Actionfigurebob will be contacting the site manager and formulating a plan for extraction. The removal deadline is 4 May.
If you are interested, contact Bob and see how you could participate.
Thanks!
Rick
CONSIDER:
Comfort for 2 people and gear
Affordability
Parts Supplies throughout the Americas
Diesel efficiency
Ease of operation
Turning Radius
Enough but not too much truck
Border crossing considerations
Shipping considerations (Darien Gap)
Political issues (US foreign policy back lash)
My...
afb,
Thanks for the communication, and thank you especially for your willingness to see this mission through. I look forward to our meeting this fall. I have sent you the load out documents, site manager letter and directions to your email.
To all readers: Maryland SS members have come...
UPDATE: Maryland SS members have come forward and my truck will be removed from the site by able volunteers!
What a fantastic first GL experience!
I wish to thank the following SS members:
actionfigurebob
powerhousedeuce
jakecl15
atankersdad
westfolk
You guys rock! Your willingness to...
Shahn,
If you have no experience with these trucks, I recommend you get some before bidding.
Network with military truck owners in your area and ask for a test drive. Take your wife with you if you have any concerns about making an objective evaluation!
My opinion is that these trucks are...
I think he meant that's what the motor was tagged for when it was canned.
Hey Stretch, you ever had to use the block off plate on a runaway motor? I hear that's a trip.
Rick
DUG,
Great story and pics! And thanks for keeping the gloves on with Chief, our hobby has both experts and disaster masters. Hard to tell them apart on the internet.
Roscoe, Got yer camera?
Rick
Matthew,
Jake says he's available, but he has no storage solutions at hand.
Bob (actionfigurebob) has a parking place nearby but I cannot seem to get a hold of him.
I thought we had assembled a team, but the EUC approval process (24 days) took one of our key players!!!
I have a back up...
Hey everyone!
I just received a notice and paid invoice for a "running" M35A2C located at Ft. Meade, MD. The clock is now running!!! Yippeee!!!
I'm out of the country for the next 5 1/2 months. So I won't have the pleasure of driving off the base in my 1st OD rig.
Is there anyone willing and...
Hey everyone!
I just received a notice and paid invoice for a "running" M35A2C located at Ft. Meade, MD. The clock is now running!!! Yippeee!!!
I'm out of the country for the next 5 1/2 months. So I won't have the pleasure of driving off the base in my 1st OD rig.
Is there anyone willing and...
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