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Recent content by SGT Estum
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Replacing Gasket on Oil Pan
I managed to get my oil pan off without moving the transmission lines. That said, it probably would have been a lot easier had I taken them off. -
New CUCV owner - Transmission and engine questions
Wow... I had no idea there were "hick trucks" in the Ukraine. -
optima batteries
My M1009 came with two red-top optimas and I've never had any trouble. I've also never fully drained them, so that may have something to do with it. -
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What are you paying for your CUCV tags
I live in Minnesota. Your deputy registrar either had no idea what they were talking about or they screwed you. You can register the vehicle as 10k+ or as a regular passenger vehicle with regular plates. If you're going to pull a huge trailer then you need the 10k+ plates, otherwise regular are... -
M35 Mechanic Needed - Central NJ
If you want to have someone "go though" your new-to-you truck, that's exactly what the PMCS section of the TM is for. I would advise downloading the TMs and conducting a full PMCS. You'll not only "go through" the truck yourself, you'll also learn a lot along the way. -
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How To Properly Remove GP Wire
I wouldn't worry about a wide spade on a different glowplug. When I switched from Wellmans to AC60G's the spade was wider, so I just gave the spade connectors a little trim with the bench grinder then they fit in the existing wire ends just fine. There are a few threads on here where people... -
CUCV-II, South Florida Rebuild
I love the affordability/availability of parts for these 6.2/6.5's. A set of new injectors for $225 is a good price. -
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Request for GP replacement assistance - Police Involved
I'd recommend going to the next city council meeting and voicing your opinions. Remember, THEY work for YOU... not the other way around. -
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Glow Plug Removal Tool
I got all mine out without special tools and without beak-offs. Some came right out easily and others were a bit more tricky. In particular, #7 didn't want to come out so I just kept ratcheting it around and applying gentle pressure until it eventually came out. -
convert to dual electric fans?
Back to the electric fan... There was a pretty good article in Car Craft Magazine recently on junk yard electric radiator fan conversions. Electric Radiator Fans - Car Craft Magazine