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I removed the washer that automatically engages the front axle on my M929 and have ran it in reverse with the transfer case in low without the front axle engaged. The travel speed is very low, at idle it's probably not even walking speed in reverse. If you need 6x6 to get the stuff out, try it...
A couple of weeks ago I found the batteries in my M915 dead. I had been out of town for a couple of months and the last time I started it was back in August. I checked battery voltages and the 2 batteries that are in parallel for the 12 volt tap were dead only showing a couple of volts each...
Also, if you haven't already done it, go into your preferences (not at my computer so can't be sure that's right) and change the number of posts displayed per page to the largest number. That will cut down the number of pages you have to look through.
At least you know it's a bad idea and was probably extra careful. I worry about the people that don't know any better thinking it's OK and coming to a bad end.
Some people don't know how to pre-trip their truck or even know they should.
I would be concerned about the road surface, if you are using another truck to supply the braking force and it's tires start sliding, it could be bad. I would think about it carefully, maybe using the 'dozer is the way to go.
Here's a picture of my little spot next to the "Taj", good shade all day.
A shot of RAZER's Deuce tractor out on the trails. I hope someone posts pictures of Ray climbing the hills over at the clay pit!
While we were sitting around the fire enjoying adult beverages, an apparition...
I would decide if it's mechanically sound and if so, I would drive it. A M35A2 will get about 10 MPG so you can get an idea of the cost to drive it. It will also be handy to carry some of your stuff. If you don't have confidence that it will make the trip, you might be better off buying one at...
If you change the coolant, consider going to an ELC type. I change my trucks over to Rotella ELC when I get them. You don't need the supplemental SCA additives with Rotella ELC. Last I bought was in 2013 and the concentrate was $20 a gallon. You need 4 gallons of coolant (depending on system...
Sounds like a lot of work needed on that engine. I'd look around for another engine that is either rebuilt or one that I can rebuild and then change it out. Since it still runs you are not pressed for time so you can look around and maybe find a good deal. With that in mind, you can probably...