Recent content by fusioncow

Hey all, quick update: Took it in to the tire shop yesterday (finally; work schedule has been ****). They said that the balance was fine, and had traced it to the u-joint. From what they said, it sounds like the bearings are completely shot. Doh! Hoping to have a buddy come by next weekend...

Thanks for the warning, Rick. I dont intend to drive it until I know what the issue is and have it resolved. I'll definitely keep updating as I have news. thanks all!

Thanks for the updates, guys. I was suspecting that it was just a loose exhaust pipe making some rattle, as it was on the rear passenger side, and one of the pipes was slightly looser than the other. However, a couple days ago driving on the highway I started getting some shuddering and losing...

has anyone had any progess with this? I'm experiencing the same symptoms, but haven't gotten too far on the troubleshooting.

For those interested, take a look at tm9-2320-356-BD (battlefield damage assessment and repair, good one to have if you're using your CUCV as a BOV), page 268, table D-3. It lists any 10W to 30W as an acceptable Emergency substitute. Personally, I don't know that I would trust it for prolonged...

Been lurking here for a while, and I'm proud to say this is my first post. What this forum does is something to be proud of. It's not often that you can find a group so helpful to each other. IT work isn't easy; I know firsthand the problems that cam come up. I was surprised when the site...