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CUCV2/CUCV-II Owners, post pics and info of your truck

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Galeo7171, that’s amazing! Super low miles and desert sand!

If yall are looking for a lift? Better grab one. Rough Country is the only game in town now (Pro Comp is out.) and they say they’re running low on stock.
$1299 for 6” lift.
 
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Another Ahab said:
Don't know its condition, galeo7171; but it sure SOUNDS like you "done" went and hit the jackpot!
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The description said that it didn’t run (I’ve bought enough gov auctions to know that doesn’t mean anything lol). I talked to the chief of police about it after I won it and he said it ran when it was parked about 2 years ago and the batteries are just dead ). I’ve got a hauling company bringing it to me this week (north Atlanta)
 
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Galeo7171, yeah mine was a non running too. But a quick follow of the 6.5 guide at Accurate Diesel had me up and running in a couple days.

I put a PMD on it, 2 batteries and I was driving. I think 6.5 is super easy to work on. Really simple stuff. And the OBS Chevy is OBD II diagnostics which are super simple. Scanners are super cheap too. I bought Harbor Freight bargain one and it’s been great.

here’s the link:

6.5L Diesel Engine Cranking But Not Starting Diagnostic Guide

6.5 diesel engine cranking but not starting? Test your PMD and get answers with our step-by-step No-Start Diagnosis Guide to fixing your 6.5L Diesel!
www.accuratediesel.com www.accuratediesel.com
 
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Just got back from vacation and finally seeing the truck in person for the first time. I had a company deliver it to my house while I was gone .

Are these supposed to have a data plate my m1009 does ? Also looks like the windshield is leaking pretty bad up by the roof. The drivers side sun visor is soaking wet
 
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galeo7171 said:
Just got back from vacation and finally seeing the truck in person for the first time. I had a company deliver it to my house while I was gone .

Are these supposed to have a data plate my m1009 does ? Also looks like the windshield is leaking pretty bad up by the roof. The drivers side sun visor is soaking wet
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that plate would be on the driver’s door upper right corner.

The roof leak is probably coming from the top of the windshield. That’s where they rust out.
You’ll have to pull the windshield and repair the top of the cab if you want the leak fixed correctly.
 
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Finished the lift, wheels, tires, and brakes. I think it looks like an EOD beach buggy. Exactly what I was going for!

I used to be a 44b auto body tech/welder, so I’ll paint when it’s warm. The rotary surface finishing tool from Harbor Freight is my best friend and has been a gem while cleaning the frame and undercarriage.

The truck is super fun. RC lift rides like a Cadillac. I’m on 16” wheels and 315/75’s. Had a hard time finding the side steps for a crew cab.
Lets go to the beach!
 

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What color is a CUCV II?

It’s not CARC. It’s some weird US Navy semi gloss. But not 24502, as others have said. It’s much lighter green than the USMC 24502. Almost a blue hue in there. No olive hue like CARC. Almost a forest service green.

Anyone have any ideas on the color code?

Also, any opinions on the FUBAR patina look vs the dog n pony new paint look?

Thanks! Happy Easter!
 
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