What have you done to your HMMWV today/lately

[NormB]

Got 3-point seat belts installed in the back. Had started yesterday but couldn't get one reel working - looked up the problem here, found some solutions, works great - then I couldn't get the anchor bolts started. LOOKED like I was going to need something smaller than what came in the kit, it was late, I'd been on my feet most of the day and slept on it.

PAINT! There was SO much CARC sprayed on/over the retainer/nut (one by the seat/on side of truck) bolt wouldn't go in. Little paint remover, chasing threads with an M14 chamber brush, brake tools/picks, got it together now.

Also installed high-back commander seat, looking at drilling a couple more holes to get the seat back to tilt aft a bit. Will be a close-fit with the seat belt reel, but I think judicious use of a rubber mallet may help it along.

Still mulling over how I'm going to do the driver's seat. Have sharp chisels, hammer, angle die grinder, just need a block of time to do it. Will probably wait a few months until it's a little warmer - or next weekend, supposed to get close to 60 by Friday.

35 degree weather and rain/ice pellets were a hindrance today, but I had gloves and truck's covered with a tarp which makes it pretty easy to work on.

Onward.

 

[DatGuyC]

Still mulling over how I'm going to do the driver's seat. Have sharp chisels, hammer, angle die grinder, just need a block of time to do it. Will probably wait a few months until it's a little warmer - or next weekend, supposed to get close to 60 by Friday.

35 degree weather and rain/ice pellets were a hindrance today, but I had gloves and truck's covered with a tarp which makes it pretty easy to work on.

Onward.

When I did mine it wasn't actually that bad, the rivets they used for the drivers seat base are aluminum and the die grinder with a decently abrasive disk went through them like butter.

 

[Ddk2001]

Swapped out a halfshaft, adjusted the brake light switch, and replaced the weatherstripping at the windshield - then took it for a ride to the lake - now that the Northern California rains have subsided for a few days.

 

[infidel got me]

Added one of these today. Simple install, took about 30 minutes, and cost $ 20 dollars. I did add about 4 inches of wire to original harness---- too snug for my liking. Napa part # ks 6180.

 

[Another Ahab]

Swapped out a halfshaft, adjusted the brake light switch, and replaced the weatherstripping at the windshield - then took it for a ride to the lake - now that the Northern California rains have subsided for a few days.

That's a real sweet pic; it's like a calendar shot or something.

Did you run a filter of some kind on that?

 

[Ddk2001]

That's a real sweet pic; it's like a calendar shot or something.

Did you run a filter of some kind on that?


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Thanks. I just made an exposure correction and a little slide on the color bar. Here's the original picture - I was trying to get rid of the shadows.

 

[Postman515]

Installed X doors & New Seat Cushions.

 

[tokarev]

Tagged for road use - keyed on/off switch - 2" receiver hitch - Still have to install new buckets, replace 1 front input shaft seal, paint all before the FFC Winter rally in Feb.

 

[NormB]

Replaced/repaired wiring for windshield washer pump, replaced hoses, adel clamps, nozzles (from hummerpartsguy, the outrageously expensive ones), trimmed hood/rubber to fit nozzles. I'd replaced/refitted/sealed the tank and new pump several weeks ago while I dithered about how involved replacing the hoses/nozzles was going to be.

It was involved. Basically taking hose from pump over to first nozzle, fitting a "T"

I bought one of these: https://smile.amazon.com/MTC-W0133-1661441-MTC-Washer-T-Connector/dp/B001G6T5B2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1484532453&sr=8-1&keywords=windshield+washer+T"

and a matching "L" which created some problems), run hose (Prestone 7/32" 6 foot tube kit, about $4.00 with tax), used these clamps

(https://smile.amazon.com/MTC-W0133-...484532453&sr=8-1&keywords=windshield+washer+T)

through Adel clamps (aluminum and neoprene), then (innocently) put in L-fitting for right-hand nozzle, got in the truck, turned on engine and ran washer.

Water/fluid came out of Driver's nozzle, not Commander's side.

Removed "L" and tried blowing/suction. Took an air compressor nozzle with about 30 psi to get air coming through the thing.

Had old straight-through/no valve "T" and plugged THAT in, replaced "L" (stuck?) now Driver's side is about 75% of flow, Commander's side about 25%.

Odd.

Will remove Commander's side and patch in a straight tube there and see what happens. Spray pattern is nice. Will replace wipers soon.

Went to take a picture and my iPhone decided to run out of battery at that moment.

Before I did all that (took about two hours), I took my daughter for a ride around the neighborhood for about twenty minutes. Kept asking if she wanted to drive it (my son has already). She's afraid. She drives a Toyota Matrix. Never even drove my Tacoma.

Next weekend.

NB

 

[ari]

got a set of jeep led headlights cut the plugs off and attached the standard mil wires from the old headlights. they are way better than the stock candle lanterns and look cooler.

 

[NormB]

Put a two can ammo can tray up on top of the rt rear fender.

began measuring for mudflaps - 2" 6061 angle brackets with 1-1/2 in flats to hold 12x18" flaps. Should bolt right up against frame behind wheels.

I'll be sure and post pictures of both.

 

[Wire Fox]

got a set of jeep led headlights cut the plugs off and attached the standard mil wires from the old headlights. they are way better than the stock candle lanterns and look cooler. View attachment 662684 View attachment 662685

I too just got some new LED headlights in today. Some nice Trucklite heated units that are pre-wired for the military terminals. Also had my 200A Alt install kit come in, so I'm ready to knock out some serious electrical work this weekend! Also nice was I got confirmation that the order was placed for the fuel/water can straps I needed to get them mounted into the footwells properly. I'm really looking forward to having that setup.

 

[Another Ahab]

I too just got some new LED headlights in today. Some nice Trucklite heated units that are pre-wired for the military terminals.

Heated headlights is a great idea.

 

[infidel got me]

Found out something new today. AM GENERAL designed and built the Humvee around the rear brake lines. Currently replacing the rear brake lines going to each caliper from the union due to rust. What a M@@@@@ F@@@@@! Ok-- I'm done, just thought I'd share that.

 

[fllaw1]

Found out something new today. AM GENERAL designed and built the Humvee around the rear brake lines. Currently replacing the rear brake lines going to each caliper from the union due to rust. What a M@@@@@ F@@@@@! Ok-- I'm done, just thought I'd share that.

show us some photos

 

[infidel got me]

I will snap some pics. tomorrow when I have some daylight. I have everything undone-- I just have to unclip the vent tube off the lines. I wish I had a lift!!!!!

 

[Action]

vent tube on the brake lines????

 

[infidel got me]

Vent tube has little clips holding it to the brake line

 

[jdknech]

I Made a hardtop
3/16 aluminum

 

[jdknech]

got a set of jeep led headlights cut the plugs off and attached the standard mil wires from the old headlights. they are way better than the stock candle lanterns and look cooler. View attachment 662684 View attachment 662685

Are these led? Did you Change the bulbs to 24v or wire them in as is?