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Recent content by SteveUK

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    What have you done to your CUCV today/lately - Part 2

    At the weekend I did the Doghead Conversion (I have voted and added to the thread) on my '85 M1009.:) Three things: what kind of bulb does the under-dash light take (a pic would really help) as it looks like an uncommon (in the UK) fitting, and - do members have any suggestions how I can safely...
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    Poll - Who has done the Doghead Relay Conversion

    Did the Doghead Conversion on my 85 M1009 at the weekend. I found a lawn mower solenoid on a well-known auction site in the UK for £9.99 shipped. It took about an hour and a half to do following the instructions here and my truck started up afterwards. AND I discovered the under-dash lamp but...
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    Strange Clattery Sound from engine at acceleration?

    I'm no expert - but have you checked your dog's head conversion? LOL :lol: PS I'm going to get my ears examined as I thought that sounded sweet compared to my M1009
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    Humvee seatbelts in M1009?

    Hi, Has anyone fitted Humvee three point seat belts in their M1009? I have seen some advertised but the ad is vague about whether they would fit saying that - adaptation to non-Humvee vehicles might require 'some skill'. Do you need new bolts, will the supplied ones fit? Any advice would be...
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    My door seals are melting!

    Hi guys, I have just been down to my '85 M1009 and check things are okay (and scoping out the dodhead conversion). It is stored in a barn which is generally dry. Just closing the truck door I felt that the door seal - the one on the body - was sticky! I am talking about the textured moulded...
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    CUCV four color MERDC camo?

    Another W&P video And this one which gives you a better idea of what you can see at W&P. This is what was happening at the furthest edge of the showground - in the distance from the race track grandstand. Traffic like this is moving around the site all day everyday and while the show is open to...
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    CUCV four color MERDC camo?

    War and Peace Show England 2013 Here's that video of W&P Revival 2013, I hope it uploads.
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    CUCV four color MERDC camo?

    You wanted a CUCV in M1009 Hi, How about this M1009 I photographed in 2008 at the War & Peace Show in England? I think it came from Holland and I recall it being in a great overall condition and the paint job was superb, standing out from the usual three-colours seen on the showground. A mere...
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    Will S10 seat belts fit the M1009/K5 Blazer?

    Hi Swiss, I am looking for the front seat belt connectors on the floor - the rubberized stalks which receive the belt hook.
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    Will S10 seat belts fit the M1009/K5 Blazer?

    I am looking around for new seat belts for my M1009 and particularly the floor-mounted receivers (the originals could do with a little blue pill to help them stand up off the floor!). Would the similar-looking female items for the S10 accept the K5 seat belt male end on a 1985 manufactured...
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    M1009 Wheel bearing servicing and hub replacement

    Hi Dave, I know what you mean. I had to dismantle my 'knob assembly' as it was not engaging LOCK. It took me ages to realise - you remove the sticker over the centre of the hub - yours has a white arrow on it. If you are careful you can prise it clear with a sharp screwdriver. It is a flexible...
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    Passenger side Locking Hub won't lock!

    Hi guys, I have my 85' M1009 front axle up on stands (fitting steering stabilizer and checking over and freeing disc brakes after having hot hubs - especially passenger side). The driver's side Locking Hub will lock - tested by turning the rotor and the shaft turns. The passenger side hub...
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    M1009, first drive

    Hi robd, Congratulations. My 1009 could be your twin but in green, the same rust and the same dings and dents. I have had mine (bought in the United Kingdom) for a couple of months and am only now getting stuck into it. Ditto on the body rust - my floor needs some serious work and is a high...
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    Rusty the M1009 comes home

    Hi Jamie, I am near Jct 16 M1. Good to hear from you. So there are some more CUCV owners in the UK! Steve
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    Rusty the M1009 comes home

    Thanks guys, I knew someone here would come back quick on this. It will get rubbed down and rust treated. The truck came with the original tar-backed floor mat which is now a mass of holes, splits and tears and two custom made rubber mats. I might cut the original mat to cover the tranny hump...
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