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The FLU farm

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Exactly! Although I've been doing fairly well, having sold four or five vehicles, a camper, and two trailers in about a year.
Still have a ways to go, though. I'd like to spend more time driving and less time on maintenance at this point.

And that's with a girlfriend who has four cars, two pickups, two tractors, and some other stuff. And yes, I know where she got that from.
 

SpookyMulder

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There system also has problems with the serial number not having 17 numbers . Welcome to Farmington
Regarding the short VIN I had no issues completing the title transfer, however my registration was suspended several months later because Progressive Commercial added several zeros to the end of the VIN. Apparently Progressive's system won't allow VINs that are less than 17 digits to be entered. MVD insurance database suspended the registration stating the VINs on the title and insurance didn't match. Took a couple calls to Progressive to get it straightened out.

If you're a member of AAA they have branch offices that offer MVD services. I'm usually in and out in under 20 minutes. No appointment necessary.
 

flashbucks

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probably is from him as I just purchased it this week! This is my first duece and first military vehicle
I’m hooked! My two Kids can’t get enough of it neither can I!
new to the whole scene hoping to meet and see some of the trucks and their owners out there
You need to stop by the New Mexico Museum of Military History, 1717 6th St NW, ABQ. about 1/2 mile south of Interstate 40. On the west side of the street and look for 2 Quonset Huts. Bring the kids and step into the past. Gregg
 

Mullaney

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Alamogordo, NM here. Just picked up an M35A2.
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Congratulations on your New-To-You truck and Welcome to the Outfit!
I do have to say that I'm not from around there.

A
ll the same you are now part of a Nationwide - no - make that Worldwide group of folks.
We are picture hounds so snap a few shots of your new toy!
 

rflegal

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So it's been a long time since I've been online - literally over 2-years. Covid and other changes have wiped the slate. The whistler purchase fell through when I was downsized at work. But I found a great job in Kansas; unfortunately I've now been diagnosed with spondylolistthesis in my L4-L5. The M36 isn't coming east, I just can't do this hobby anymore.

The M36 is a longbed cab and chasis with a continental 6 gasser, sprag transfer. I have rebuilt the 5-speed and it needs to co back in. 4 of six dog bones are new with joints for remaining two. new shoes in the box and a ton (literally) of new parts. It is sitting at my property in Farmington, NM and I need to sell the property. I just can't do the wrenching anymore with my back and the job demands in Kansas. I think I may make a website with all the details and post it there as well.

So, now I have my M36 & inventory I need to liquidate. I want it to go to the right person, but it is mid-project and needs to be progressed forward to move out. That means a couple days of work. Possibly six NDTs mounted to get it on a trailer. Not roadable because I was into the brake system replacement (unless that's finished up onsite as well). Was doing a super single and have seven good Michelin 44s, new tubes etc. Using the stock wheels (I like the look).

There are so many parts its crazy. It makes me sad to not be able to do this anymore , but I've had to come to terms with my age and physical limitations. Forgive my rambling. The goal was to ultimately make it a quad with a standard bed behind as a bugout. Would be so excellent.

Anyway I'm writing in this NM forum to find out if there anybody nearby that's interested and capable. This is not a for sale thing. This is a come get it thing for the right individual. I have tons of pictures to share with that right person and will be heading to NM next week, so would be able to check anything of concern. If you know of anybody looking, please make me aware or let them know. I really don't want to call the scrap guys.
- thanks, Bob
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SpookyMulder

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So it's been a long time since I've been online - literally over 2-years. Covid and other changes have wiped the slate. The whistler purchase fell through when I was downsized at work. But I found a great job in Kansas; unfortunately I've now been diagnosed with spondylolistthesis in my L4-L5. The M36 isn't coming east, I just can't do this hobby anymore.

Anyway I'm writing in this NM forum to find out if there anybody nearby that's interested and capable. This is not a for sale thing. This is a come get it thing for the right individual. I have tons of pictures to share with that right person and will be heading to NM next week, so would be able to check anything of concern. If you know of anybody looking, please make me aware or let them know. I really don't want to call the scrap guys.
- thanks, Bob

Im sorry to hear that you're getting out of the hobby and I'd hate to see such a fine truck go to scrap. I'd be ecstatic to bring it down to Tijeras
 

Another Ahab

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Anyway I'm writing in this NM forum to find out if there anybody nearby that's interested and capable. This is not a for sale thing. This is a come get it thing for the right individual. I really don't want to call the scrap guys.
- thanks, Bob
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Sorry that the plans didn't go as intended, rflegal, but then they rarely do (for any of us):

- "Plans are worthless, but planning is everything" - Eisenhower (perhaps, unconfirmed)

Sure hope you find her a good home, soon!
 
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