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Diesel newbie question - do I need to be following a oil change interval in the TM (semi-annually) even if the truck has seen relatively little use? I changed my oil/filter about 400mi ago, but it has been about 3 months now. Is this something I should worry about, or am I good if I stick to...

I wasn't the only one confused by your post, I spent time out of my day to try to help another member understand what I thought you meant. I didn't correct you, I didn't say you were wrong, I tried to explain what I thought you meant. If that offended you, I'm sorry. When you get bent out of...

You didn't quote that you were replying to the video, either...

I think the confusion here is that RWH is talking about the videos - where the nut is installed backwards. Due to the timing of his post, it seemed (to me at least) like he was talking about @lpcoating's picture, which has them installed correctly per the TM and the Howitzer cartoon.

That was my thought as well, Commo, but I have literally zero experience here. I like the idea of the Blue Hummer's lock ring setup, but $600 is a healthy chunk of change for some hardware. That said, I'll go that route for my next hub service.

I've been enjoying your videos for a number of months now, keep up the great work!

Heck yeah, man! That’s awesome! Great find!

It definitely did something, but the NA 6.5 is a LOUD girl, especially when it’s clanging around 2-3 feet from my head. I would guess that floor mats would help a decent amount with road noise, but as far as engine noise, covering the tunnel did very little. I have two small kids (4 & 7yo)...

I did my center tunnel and bed with the 3/4” 4’x8’ mats (it took 2), it did help with the noise, although not much. I can tell you that working with those mats is a lot of work. I cut some fairly intricate angles around the doghouse and bed tiedowns, etc. but I would expect a bit of a task to...

If it’s anything like my M1123, it’s likely due to the additional 500lbs of black undercoating that covers EVERYTHING underneath. Seriously though, I’m interested in hearing why as well.

I've kicked around the idea of making simple half doors out of plywood, maybe that'll be a "fun" winter project this year. I would love some hard doors, but can't stomach 1/3rd the price of the truck for some sheets of aluminum/fiberglass.

Can I just vent to atmosphere and cap off the system side?

I'm still pretty new to diesels and am a little confused here- Are we talking about the mechanical fuel pump that mates up to the engine, just in front of the starter, but before the radiator down tube, next to the oil pan? This thing- 12342893

A few guys have used short bolts/washers/nuts in the holes and then painted over them. The end result is pretty clean looking and gets lost with all the rivets and such. As far as looking "clunky", that's kinda the name of the game here... it's a HMMVW, not a Porsche. Scratches/dents/dings...

Yes.

With some pressure on the zip-ties holding the unit together, it’s perfectly reliable until the plastic begins to age out. I would love a more reliable setup as I will occasionally realize one of the zip-ties broke and unless I’m really laying into the pedal, I’m not showing brake lights.

It’s an ancient design that should have been changed decades ago. You have two switches linked together- brake lights and torque converter unlock. I’ve found that with a handful of zip-ties holding the zig-zag tight, I can make it about 6 months before I need to replace/inspect whether or not...

I had the same experience- the plastic fin tool fell apart almost immediately. When used with thin aluminum fins, like on an Air Conditioner, I’m sure it would be fine. On the thick steel fins of the HMMWV, it didn’t do a darn thing.

Aye, that’s really clever. I have Black Rhinos, and while I don’t hate them, the plastic bolts are pretty lame. That’s a heck of a lot cooler looking than I expected.

What’s the story with those windows? I’d love to see pics of the radiator/fan setup as well!