M1078 LMTV Picked Up

[hcso2332]

Here are a few photos of my M1078 LMTV that I just picked up. I was not able to get in started at the base because the fuel lines were clogged. I was able to get the lines clear and she fired right up. She runs great! I took her out to the mines today to run up a few hills.

I also uploaded a few videos on YouTube; search M1078 LMTV

 

[wsucougarx]

[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AOhKD7lqKgs[/media]

 

[wsucougarx]

[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gs5-DcZzYHQ&feature=channel_video_title[/media]

 

[wsucougarx]

[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USOv7swXv-c&feature=channel_video_title[/media]

 

[gimpyrobb]

You suck. (yes I am jealous!)

 

[hcso2332]

Thanks for adding the videos for me wsucougarx!

The M1078 TM doesn't go into any detail about the transmission modes. The front drives were not locking in so I had to take it easy on the mounds out there. I will play with the ECU for the Allison transmission tomorrow and in hopes of figuring it out.

 

[wsucougarx]

You're welcome! Great looking truck!!

 

[mudguppy]

select 'Mode' on the transmission selector panel - this locks the front output in.

and IIRC, the front output is supposedly always powered, but only receives 30% of the power output. 'Mode' gives the full 50/50 split F&R. i'm not sure how or why, but i'd speculate there is a viscous coupler on the front output and 'Mode' locks it in in solid via mechanical means.

again, all off of memory, so....

 

[Flyingvan911]

Very nice. Why was it sold? Seems like a newer truck would still be useful.

 

[hcso2332]

select 'Mode' on the transmission selector panel - this locks the front output in.

and IIRC, the front output is supposedly always powered, but only receives 30% of the power output. 'Mode' gives the full 50/50 split F&R. i'm not sure how or why, but i'd speculate there is a viscous coupler on the front output and 'Mode' locks it in in solid via mechanical means.

again, all off of memory, so....

Thanks mudguppy!! I will play with the Mode Selector today and see if I can get some more power to the front wheels.

 

[hcso2332]

Very nice. Why was it sold? Seems like a newer truck would still be useful.

I have no idea why they sold it, it runs great and only shows 4000 miles. There is some rust on the bed, and a small rust hole on the roof next to the turret.

 

[mcmullag]

where is the asphalt

You got dust on it! Oh the humanity!


thanks for posting the pics, vids and info.

 

[hcso2332]

I have no idea why but the ID Plate was removed from the LMTV. At this point I have no idea what the ID number for the truck is. The warranty plate is still there; it shows the manufacture date of 08/96.

I am going to call Stewart & Stevenson tomorrow and inquire if they stamped the ID number on the frame somewhere.

 

[jstier]

Seeing pics and video, makes me wish I had bid more for her. Very nice.

 

[USAFSS-ColdWarrior]

Very nice. Why was it sold? Seems like a newer truck would still be useful.

A few reasons for Uncle Sam selling his toys:

1. It needed more TLC than the mechanics were willing to invest (in this case CLOGGED FUEL LINES were already mentioned)

2. It's the GOOBERMINT - and you want it to make sense WHY???? LOL

3. Because Uncle Sam and GL want to tease the rest of us and keep us shopping their auctions.

4. Because YOUR tax dollars bought it - They don't feel the "pain" of liquidating hardward for "cents on the dollar".

Hope that helps.

 

[hcso2332]

Thanks you not bidding it up, as I wasn't going much more

 

[jstier]

Thanks you not bidding it up, as I wasn't going much more

No problem, I am happy that she went to someone here. Other wise I'd have never gotten to see vidoe and pics

 

[Derrickl112]

I'll trade you an m936a2 for it

 

[Ord22]

thanks for the vids. they are nice trucks, but top heavy when loaded.

 

[hwcurtice]

I have no idea why but the ID Plate was removed from the LMTV. At this point I have no idea what the ID number for the truck is. The warranty plate is still there; it shows the manufacture date of 08/96.

I am going to call Stewart & Stevenson tomorrow and inquire if they stamped the ID number on the frame somewhere.

Let us know how you get it licensed. And how much harassment the LEO gives you for driving out of uniform...

Nice looking rig.