Recent content by davidm2232

It's not even so much the maintenance. Though I did get a message from the guy that bought it less than 24 hrs after he picked it up that the transmission was stuck in reverse. The issue I have is that it would never be a nice truck to drive. It would always be loud, slow, bouncy, wander all...

As far as I am aware, in USA-NYS having a CDL is zero tolerance for all vehicles, even personal. Big reason why I didn't bother getting a CDL. But also I live in the middle of nowhere and there is zero chance of getting stopped. But in any case, I pretty much never stop for a drink there. I just...

I was driving the Deuce for a week or so and had somewhat gotten used to it. I jumped in my 95 4runner TDI swap with 200k+ on it and it was like riding in a brand new Cadillac. It was quiet, smooth, the brakes actually stopped the vehicle, it was fast with plenty of power, the seats were...

I guess that makes sense. It's the same thing as having a classic car which I never understood. They drive like garbage most of the time, the interiors suck, and parts are crazy expensive if you can even get them. Yeah, I get that they are 'cool' I guess but if I can't happily daily drive...

I don't foresee getting any MV in the future. I have a MEP-802A that is overly complicated and unreliable. Also have a friend with an HMMWV that I am not impressed with. It's all aluminum and fiberglass. He had what I would call a minor crash that completely totaled the body. For how much...

I put some more Powerservice in it with fresh fuel but I didn't notice any difference. I have given up and sold the truck. I have way too many other projects and the more I looked at the Deuce, the more problems I found. I came out a couple hundred dollars ahead and had a bit of fun with it...

I popped off the FDC and that bar and rod seems to move freely. Not sure if it's supposed to or not. I did take a video of working the pedal too. I'm actually motivated to fix it now so amy help is appreciated. https://youtube.com/shorts/DZw2tf7ShZc?feature=share

I did the FDC bypass. Lots more smoke free revving it but still won't idle. Put a pencil in and bumped it over. I'd say it's moving at least 1/4 in.

Is there a spec on that?

Well, truck seems to be getting worse. Even with the throttle lock pulled all the way out, I can't get it to idle. Gas pedal is extremely sensitive if that provides any clues. Maybe a 1/4-1/2 inch travel from 1000 RPM to wide open. I've put probably 50-100 miles on it and burned half a tank of...

Well that makes me feel better! I was kinda concerned that the linkage was taken off for a reason like that the PTO was damaged. But it appears that it is working as designed. Winch is leaking gear oil though. I'd imagine they make a seal kit for it. If I end up keeping it, I guess that will...

Well, it's not pretty but it seems to work fine. Just some flat stock and part of an old linkage that came in the bed of the truck when I bought it. I think something is wrong with the PTO though. I have R-N-L-N-H. Isn't there supposed to be Medium in the middle of high and low?

@wilber Are the bolt holes on the master a special thread? I couldn't get any of the random bolts from my bin to thread in. Thinking they are fine thread. Luckily the truck is mobile so going to run to the hardware store at lunchtime and see if I can get something that threads in. It's going to...

This is perfect! I was freezing a few Youtube videos to try and see what it was supposed to look like. I have half of what I need built. Need to do a little more fab work. I'll post some pictures when it's done.

I didn't think the pinion brake was factory but I have nothing to compare it to. The hmmwv my buddy has uses discs on the inboard side of the front axle shafts, so I was thinking some sort of no wheel-mounted brakes might be normal for military stuff. I'd love to put drums on the back and get...