What have you done to your 5 ton this week?

[Another Ahab]

On the way back home, picked up a heavy load, wasn't sure if the truck could take that much weight, but she did just fine, that x-tra large pizza with extra cheese was pushin' it to the limits.

That's important to match the vehicle to the task at hand.

 

[WV New Guy]

We did our 1st Memorial Day Parade

The wife , and I attended the Memorial Day parade and car show in Paw Paw WV . It was quite fun driving the 5 ton up and over 2 mountains for 25 miles one way . It was incredible to see Vets from Korea to current come up and talk about there experiences with Deuces and 5 tons . We must've made a good impression cause we were awarded the special recognition award . The awards were voted on by all those entered in the car show. For a small little mountain town the Town and VFW and residents know how to respect vets.

 

[machinist75]

Sitting at a car show right now at the bass pro shop in the Texas heat.

 

[Another Ahab]

We must've made a good impression cause we were awarded the special recognition award . The awards were voted on by all those entered in the car show. For a small little mountain town the Town and VFW and residents know how to respect vets.

That's a great family pic:

- Mom , Dad, and the "Baby"!

You all look great, and congratulations on the Award, that's always special.

 

[gottaluvit]

The wife , and I attended the Memorial Day parade and car show in Paw Paw WV . It was quite fun driving the 5 ton up and over 2 mountains for 25 miles one way . It was incredible to see Vets from Korea to current come up and talk about there experiences with Deuces and 5 tons . We must've made a good impression cause we were awarded the special recognition award . The awards were voted on by all those entered in the car show. For a small little mountain town the Town and VFW and residents know how to respect vets.

It was her painting them wheels up that did it!

 

[gottaluvit]

The wife , and I attended the Memorial Day parade and car show in Paw Paw WV . It was quite fun driving the 5 ton up and over 2 mountains for 25 miles one way . It was incredible to see Vets from Korea to current come up and talk about there experiences with Deuces and 5 tons . We must've made a good impression cause we were awarded the special recognition award . The awards were voted on by all those entered in the car show. For a small little mountain town the Town and VFW and residents know how to respect vets.

I like that area in and around Paw Paw. I used to pass through town on my way to my son's at Fredericksburg, VA. I love back roads to get to see the "real" America.

 

[ScubaCat]

I got my crane and bed installed this week. Crane is a HIAB and has a capacity of 8,500 lbs at 10' reach and 2,500 lbs at 17' reach.View attachment 450939

Holy crap! Where can one get one of these cranes?

 

[Another Ahab]

It was her painting them wheels up that did it!

 

[Spyderman]

Today I replaced the broken mirror that a semi drive broke when he passes me. Pressure washed it to get it ready for the memorial parade. I have 2 parades to do. One on Sunday and one on Monday.

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[blitz10]

I bolted up 2 MRAP steps, the ones with a cable holding the step, 1 on each side to give me and the girlfriend an extra leg up. Really helps with me, I am 12 weeks out on a hip replacement.

 

[Another Ahab]

Today I replaced the broken mirror that a semi drive broke when he passed me. Pressure washed it to get it ready for the memorial parade. I have 2 parades to do. One on Sunday and one on Monday.

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Man, I bet THAT got your attention!

 

[JohnnyBM931A2]

Waved goodbye to my 5 ton today Driveway looks too empty now. But the truck went to a good home.. It was purchased by a very nice couple from Iowa.

 

[Spyderman]

Man, I bet THAT got your attention!

Yeah! Ity was a 2 lane road and he was coming at me. I moved as far over to the right as I could and he still hit my mirror with his.

 

[infidel got me]

Waved goodbye to my 5 ton today Driveway looks too empty now. But the truck went to a good home.. It was purchased by a very nice couple from Iowa.

Sorry to hear that. I see another mv in your future.

 

[cx65083]

I had re-enforced my bows a little so I thought they would be fine for the winter. That and I got lazy/preoccupied/etc. Well, Winter started off really mild, but we had a few surprises. Heavy rains plus freezing weather weighed down my cover and busted all the bows!
So I started "project raise the roof ... again" a few weeks ago. With my health and back problems, I can only do a lil bit each day if it's not too hot out. (previous heat stroke)
I used that reflective foil from Home Depot to help with heat last year. Worked good too. So this year, instead of just doing the top, I'm doing the sides as well. Should make a huge difference. I also used two sheets of 3/8" of ply down the center to help with snow loads and to prevent the swimming pool on top!
I'm to the point of just getting the cover back on. Need to let it sit in the sun a bit and stretch it out. 1/2" black pipe through the bottom loops help hold it down and keep things straight.
Will post more as I get things done.

 

[Jakelc15]

Parade duty. Went well, the kids loved it.

 

[Cape Coastie]

Dressed the girl up a little to head to the Cape Cod Cares 4 the Troops event. Hope everyone has a great Memorial Day and remembers why we all do this.

 

[ghitch75]

 

[Another Ahab]

Parade duty. Went well, the kids loved it.

The truck looks great.

And that's a nice little barn/ shed there in town.

 

[Jakelc15]

The truck looks great.

And that's a nice little barn/ shed there in town.

Thanks. It looks better in pictures than in person! The whole truck could use a coat of paint.
That was the town of East Berlin Pa. I live a few miles south of there in Hanover. If you're ever in the area, stop by the VFW, they have an F14 and a M60! Also let me know we'll grab grab a beer or coffee