New Young Member and have many questions

[Baradium]

Ft Sill, OK is one of them. Directive came straight from the base commander.

My GL rep there said that she had word of others. Maybe someone else can post base names.

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/showthread.php?81371-No-Driving-Off-Base-New-Recovery-Rules

I haven't dealt with Gov Planet in places that don't, but GL I was able to ask and find out. The Gov Planet really helpful to me so far so I imagine if you inquired about the bases you were looking to purchase from they would find out for you.

 

[MtnSnow]

For Utah Hill AFB you must trailer or tow vehicles. If at the Utah NG Armory or at the Ogden DRMO storage lot you are allowed to drive off.

 

[TechnoWeenie]

Bragg let me drive off..

Thorough pre-trip inspection, and a trip permit.

 

[bigtard10]

How much total cash?

I will be starting up work soon and need to know how much money I need to save up before I try to but a 5 ton on GP. Thanks!

 

[Warthog]

It all depends on how many buyers are bidding on the item. GP starting bid plus 10%, plus tags, tax and local fees. And recovery costs.

Please combine all your questions into one thread instead of starting a new one for each of you questions.

 

[bigtard10]

CUCV or Duramax in '77 blazer?

My current Blazer is a bit underpowered and I was thinking of putting a Duramax in it for more uumph. Or should I just buy a M1009? thanks!

 

[Recovry4x4]

Well, unless your 77 has an inline 6, it likely has more power than the M1009. The 6.2 has about the same power as the 305 V-8. The duramax would be cool but costly with much fab work. The Duramax is a powerhouse but they have just about engineered them out of owner maintenance status.

 

[Jozseph]

My current Blazer is a bit underpowered and I was thinking of putting a Duramax in it for more uumph. Or should I just buy a M1009? thanks!

FWIW;

Duramax LBZ 2006 to Mid 07 - 360 hp @ 3,200 rpm, 650 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm

Duramax LMM Mid 2007 forward - 365 hp @ 3,200 rpm, 660 ft-lbs @ 1,800 rpm

6.2L - 143 hp @ 3,600 rpm / 257 lb·ft @ 2,000 rpm

6.2L - (US Army HMMWV model): 165 hp @ 3,600 rpm / 330 lb·ft @ 2,100 rpm

If I had extra money available I would install a Duramax LMM

 

[cpurtellII]

Do yourself a favor and use an LBZ and skip all the emissions equipment and headaches. I would stick a Duramax in it everyday.

 

[CUCVLOVER]

What engine is in your blazer now?

 

[doghead]

I'm not familiar with a 77 blazer cucv.

 

[porkysplace]

I'm not familiar with a 77 blazer cucv.

Did you check the TM's ?

Must be a very early proto-type cucv.

 

[Jozseph]

Another thought ........ cost $$$$$$;

Review the following - "Banks Duramax Type-R Road Race Pickup"

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[bigtard10]

What engine is in your blazer now?

Small block chevy 350. but has throttle body inj instead of carb

 

[CUCVLOVER]

Small block chevy 350. but has throttle body inj instead of carb

What year engine?

 

[bigtard10]

What year engine?

I'm not entirely sure. its not the orginal motor i know that. id check but the truck is at the shop

 

[fitz]

Its probably a $15k project to put a Duramax in your truck if your paying a shop to do it.

 

[MtnSnow]

For around 3K to 3.5k you can have your 305 (5.0L) or 350 (5.7L) motor rebuilt and up the power & torque greatly with the addition of aftermarket Cam, headers and have the heads ported & polished. Keep it a gasser and save your money.

 

[ODFever]

I recommend buying a M1009. Engine swaps cost LOTS of money and LOTS of time, especially if you install a diesel into a truck with a gas engine. It's much easier and cheaper to buy a truck with the 6.2L already installed.

 

[porkysplace]

I'm not entirely sure. its not the orginal motor i know that. id check but the truck is at the shop

It should have a number stamped in the block in front of the head that will tell you what motor it is .