What have you done to your CUCV today/lately - Part 2

[cucvrus]

Update: replaced all bulbs. Found out the full k5 lens cover will work on a cucv dash.
Replaced full speedometer after realizing how fragile those little needles are. I like it.

When I actually get the time to take everything back out I have to trouble shoot why these lights are not working:
Gen 2
4x4
Oil indicator
Water in oil I think?

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Nice repurposing of the older Speedometer. I like it. I had a speedometer and gauge cluster that was rusty and faded in the Mule M1009. It worked and looked good. I loved the patina on the old cluster. I cleaned it reinstalled it and everything worked like new. Uniqueness is what it's all about. Everyone can replace parts and act like they reinvented the wheel. It takes patience and for thought to use what you have and make it work well. I repurpose everything I can and scrap and recycle what ever I can not. I would rather give something away to someone that wants it and has purpose for it then scrap it or throw it into the ever growing land fills. Have a great Day. very nice work you done there.

 

[3jumpjeep]

Nice repurposing of the older Speedometer. I like it. I had a speedometer and gauge cluster that was rusty and faded in the Mule M1009. It worked and looked good. I loved the patina on the old cluster. I cleaned it reinstalled it and everything worked like new. Uniqueness is what it's all about. Everyone can replace parts and act like they reinvented the wheel. It takes patience and for thought to use what you have and make it work well. I repurpose everything I can and scrap and recycle what ever I can not. I would rather give something away to someone that wants it and has purpose for it then scrap it or throw it into the ever growing land fills. Have a great Day. very nice work you done there.

I like the look of that speedometer, but I like having the yellow "55". I feel like I'm bursting through a ribbon and winning a race when the pointer gets there. Lol

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[peglegwillie]

Have a new set of 2 ga jumper cables bought for wire. They were on sale cost less than purchasing 2ga wire.
Plan on using it to wire up rear bus bars. Wondered If 2 ga strong enough ?

 

[cucvrus]

You need the cables from an M1009? The ones that run from the firewall buss bar to the interior right cargo wall/radio rack. I will send you a set for a square trade. Contact me. Complete with new metal P clips and loom as removed from the M1009 20 years ago. I have a few sets.

 

[Chaski]

Poly engine mount inserts installed! We’ll see how the Summit Racing house brand holds up. A pair was about $15 cheaper than the energy suspension ones. They seem identical, but grey.

 

[FrankenCub]

Poly engine mount inserts installed! We’ll see how the Summit Racing house brand holds up. A pair was about $15 cheaper than the energy suspension ones. They seem identical, but grey.

I've spent thousands with Summit, most of the time it has been their house branded stuff. Always been happy with their stuff.

 

[peglegwillie]

Also have instructions on power drive 2000 runs off 12 volts ! Guess didn’t need 24 to the rear but may run it anyway .

 

[Tinstar]

After unloading supplies today, had time to actually wash bed out.
All the hay, dirt, lumber bits, etc.
Have been meaning to do this for months, but something always comes up.

Nice and clean now.....until tomorrow when I break out the chainsaw again and load up more campfire firewood.

 

[peglegwillie]

What do you want in trade ?

 

[Merddin]

I was waiting for someone to mention that.
It’s old damage and door was fixed not long after getting truck.
They were horrible.



Need new strikers but can’t find undamaged GM ones.
Do not want the cheap non-GM ones.


Pretty sure you can get new strikers from Rock Auto for under 10$ a piece. My dad put new ones on his 1008

 

[cucvrus]

What do you want in trade ?

Send me a PM. I am sure we can come to terms. Easy like a Sunday morning.

 

[Tinstar]

[/QUOTE] Pretty sure you can get new strikers from Rock Auto for under 10$ a piece. My dad put new ones on his 1008[/QUOTE]

I can find non-GM all day long.
Do not want Dorman brand or other China brands.
Only want GM strikers.

 

[cucvrus]

Only want GM strikers.

Please remain calm. Good things will come to those who wait. I am on task and you are on the list. Not on the bottom but on the second page. Have a great day. Polish your star and keep it dry.

 

[Merddin]

Pretty sure you can get new strikers from Rock Auto for under 10$ a piece. My dad put new ones on his 1008[/QUOTE]

I can find non-GM all day long.
Do not want Dorman brand or other China brands.
Only want GM strikers.[/QUOTE]
I understand about chinese crap completely! But for a non moving part I wouldn't worry about it. I go to great lengths to avoid aftermarket Chinese, Mexican etc parts as well. It just depends on what it is. Your next bet is go to local salvage yard and try to find a used one. To be honest most will be about like the one you had. I would look at passenger doors because they had less use. My dad got the Doorman ones from Rock Auto for his 1008 and they look great. And he is as anti aftermarket as you can get, very much a purist. Rock Auto wants 8.25$ for the strikers, just checked. I am going to buy a pair because they have the nylon bushing on them too. I think I'll get hinge bushings while I'm at it for 2$. Good luck!

 

[Recovry4x4]

For the folks that prefer not to use PEX on their strikers, this is what I bought years ago. I have 3 left and 2 slated for the V30. Hope this helps.

 

[rodent]

For the folks that prefer not to use PEX on their strikers, this is what I bought years ago. I have 3 left and 2 slated for the V30. Hope this helps.

Curious where you find it? Shows discontinued.

 

[cucvrus]

https://www.classicparts.com/1973-9...MIv6Wg39Hp2QIVSQOGCh2PNAizEAQYASABEgKFz_D_BwE

Yes. The AUVECO are discontinued. These are still available.

 

[Tinstar]

Only want GM strikers.

Please remain calm. Good things will come to those who wait. I am on task and you are on the list. Not on the bottom but on the second page. Have a great day. Polish your star and keep it dry.

I’m very calm.
Never Doughted you for a second.
Always come through with the parts needed.

 

[Recovry4x4]

After I posted that I checked for them and found them discontinued. So be it, PEX in shall be.

 

[marchplumber]

Pex is hard enough, huh? I'll be darn....