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M34 and M135 wheels were designed to run as singles with rear hub flips. The most tedious part is pulling and reinstalling the wheel studs. They will accommodate up to 12.00-20 tires.

The rotating shaft thru the bellhousing that moves the throwout bearing can bind up if not greased periodically. The Zerks are easily missed when doing so. The same with the pedal shaft that goes thru the frame. G744

If possible, separate the heavy wire going into the motor and attempt to start. If the solenoid pulls in OK, there is most likely an internal short in the motor part. G744

Yes, correct. The set you have (fiberglas) are for a dropside 5T bed. They also need the baby set that goes just at the front of the bed. G744

Stock 5-T rims will be OK with up to 12.00-20 tires. https://www.grahamtire.com/tires/view/44179/goodyear-unisteel-g386-12-00r20/ G744

Roberts Motor Parts in Hemmings mag have everything needed for an overhaul. Chances are Memphis EQ does also.

Yes, the pan is removable in situ. You may have to jack the chassis up a bit to have room, A bottle jack under the front crossmember is the easiest way. Sometimes the pan gasket adhesive is a real bitch to get loose. The best way to remove the engine is to pull the entire power plant...

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When hooking up a M105 or similar trailer by yourself, a highlift is just about the only thing usable. No way I could ever lift it, loaded or not, to pintle height. G744

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The only difference is the hole locations for the brake & clutch pedals. G744

Hidden Valley. Happy valley is less hidden... G744

Not a thread hijack, but any member close to AZ that needs a 5T tank, I have several in both sizes. Free, come and take one. Nah, I'm done trying to ship big stuff. G744

Copy that on your wheels. When I started running that wheel/tire type 40 years ago, those parts were unobtanium, but 14.00's were everywhere and cheap thanks to the sandbox operations. I pushed my M54A1 hard on long road trips of over 2K miles back then, and a constant worry about air was not...

Years ago there was a custom hauler ag guy that took 211' or 135's and repurposed them for the lettuce harvest. The frame was cut and stretched for a custom bed, and the power plant was replaced entirely with a Caddy 501/turbo400 with a low 1st gear set. At the time, it made for a simple...