2000 mile road trip in an FMTV

[Recce01]

I wish this was like Facebook where I could "like" posts. 98G's post is on point. Safety first. Thanks everyone for all the help and advice!

You can "Thank" which is better than most forums

 

[Awesomeness]

It's way better to know it came from another forum member. Many of these trucks seem to be owned by yahoos that only make me wonder how they manage to keep them running, or people buy them at auction and manage to just barely get them running again to sell (which means it's not much better than an auction truck). At least with a forum member you know they're aware of what's going on with the trucks.

I'm in the Denver area if you're passing through on I-70.

 

[Reworked LMTV]

I have not figured out the exact route as of yet, I also haven't posted where I am getting the truck from out of respect for the current owner. He didn't ask me to keep him out of it, I just felt it was right as we hadn't made a deal, and I didn't want to turn away any other potential buyers.

I will give you some extra relays for the trip. If you tell can tell me what route you are taking, I will meet you at one the exits. They are new. Relays can go bad and that can mean things like " No headlights".

 

[Recce01]

I will give you some extra relays for the trip. If you tell can tell me what route you are taking, I will meet you at one the exits. They are new. Relays can go bad and that can mean things like " No headlights".

Thank you very much Reworked LMTV !!! Pretty sure we might straight shoot the 40. Will be working it out over the next few days.

 

[TNriverjet]

Seller update:
I’m working in support of this journey by checking and repairing a few small items prior to Recca01 arriving in Nashville. Here is a brief update:

1. Moved several tires around on the truck to get the best ride.
2. Checked air compressor mounts and gear nut. It was tight! I was able to remove the engine front cover and sneak a wrench in there without removing all the plumbing in that area. Applied lock tite on the mount and cover bolts


3. Repair dash gauge lights. Turns out the wire for the dimmer switch was disconnected behind the instrument panel. They all work well now!
4. Washed all the windows.
5. Aimed the headlights (they were like a cross-eyed, near-sighted hound dog)
6. Topped off fluid in hydraulic pump for cab and spare tire lift.
T-minus 7 days and counting. I am traveling a few days for work this week, but will have next weekend to address any last minute items.

 

[TNriverjet]

I will give you some extra relays for the trip. If you tell can tell me what route you are taking, I will meet you at one the exits. They are new. Relays can go bad and that can mean things like " No headlights".

I can meet you somewhere in town this coming Thursday or Fri. to pick up some small items Brit. I think Scott will want to jump on 40 west from the Bellevue area where I live and not come back into town.

 

[Recce01]

Seller update:
I’m working in support of this journey by checking and repairing a few small items prior to Recca01 arriving in Nashville. Here is a brief update:

1. Moved several tires around on the truck to get the best ride.
2. Checked air compressor mounts and gear nut. It was tight! I was able to remove the engine front cover and sneak a wrench in there without removing all the plumbing in that area. Applied lock tite on the mount and cover bolts


3. Repair dash gauge lights. Turns out the wire for the dimmer switch was disconnected behind the instrument panel. They all work well now!
4. Washed all the windows.
5. Aimed the headlights (they were like a cross-eyed, near-sighted hound dog)

T-minus 7 days and counting. I am traveling a few days for work this week, but will have next weekend to address any last minute items.

I am am so very grateful for your time and efforts TNriverjet!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!

 

[Doug Roberts]

you will need gear oil for the front hubs ( they do dry out fast). I'd advise staying in the far right lane. Use a GPS and know your turns as you approach them.

 

[98G]

I concur with route selection. A straight shot down I 40 very rarely has you more than 150miles from SS support.

 

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Subscribed.

 

[TNriverjet]

It’s dark enough now for a photo of the dash lights.

 

[Reworked LMTV]

I can meet you somewhere in town this coming Thursday or Fri. to pick up some small items Brit. I think Scott will want to jump on 40 west from the Bellevue area where I live and not come back into town.

Yes, that's fine.

 

[Reworked LMTV]

Just ordered more 24 volt 5 pin relays. Should arrive Wednesday.

 

[10Lugger]

Great thread! Having a bicycle had me laughing out loud. We have had ours for 2 years now and it works weekly. Good luck to you.


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[Recce01]

Yes, that's fine.

Thanks guys!

Just ordered more 24 volt 5 pin relays. Should arrive Wednesday.

I really appreciate you sourcing these for our adventure. Please make sure to let me know what resources you expelled so I can take care of it!

Great thread! Having a bicycle had me laughing out loud. We have had ours for 2 years now and it works weekly. Good luck to you.


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Thank you!

 

[Recce01]

It’s dark enough now for a photo of the dash lights.

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I am really starting to get excited..... 7 days and counting!

 

[TNriverjet]

you will need gear oil for the front hubs ( they do dry out fast). I'd advise staying in the far right lane. Use a GPS and know your turns as you approach them.

Doug, are you saying the hubs will “use” oil on a long trip? I’ve checked the oil in the hubs in July. I’ve seen no
leakage since. I will check them again, but haven’t heard of them using up the oil. There have been lots of reports of hubs that were not serviced right and are run with low/no oil. This is common on auction trucks. I understand this is a regular PMCS item, but have a hard time believing the oil will run low on a trip barring any seal failures. Let us know your experiences.

 

[Awesomeness]

It’s dark enough now for a photo of the dash lights.

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Interesting. It could just be your picture, but my gauges are not nearly that bright, even on full brightness. They are barely visible, even it very dark conditions. I guess I'll have to look into that.

 

[coachgeo]

Interesting. It could just be your picture, but my gauges are not nearly that bright, even on full brightness. They are barely visible, even it very dark conditions. I guess I'll have to look into that.

his light different too. Mine are back lit not digit lit. His Look sweet.

For your dim issues... ran into this over last few days too. Apparently my finger has been brushing the dash lights rheostat knob just to the right of the light switch as I put them on. Kept turning down the lights.. thought I was loosing them. Today when turning on the lights held my hands different and my finger brushed the rheostat and turned the lights back up. I felt pretty stupid.. but glad it was a very simple fix. lol

 

[Aernan]

you will need gear oil for the front hubs ( they do dry out fast). I'd advise staying in the far right lane. Use a GPS and know your turns as you approach them.

How fast do they dry out?

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