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Recent content by topgun217

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    Findlay Ohio 2021 show, Sell, Trade, Wanted List/ May14-16

    I have a pair of M1009 rear side windows if anyone is interested. They are free and I can bring them to Findley or person can meet me if they are near Sandusky. Send reply to : Topgun7214@gmail.com I am not on here all the time. Chuck has spoken for the glass and are his now. Will be...
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    need alignment advice. Got alignment. Now have Death Wobble. What to do?

    The blazer is going to the shop on friday ( found someone recomended by a friend and even thinks the gal is cool). I ordered the parts and they will arrive on thursday. Thanks for the help guys
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    need alignment advice. Got alignment. Now have Death Wobble. What to do?

    Thanks sschaefer3,jpg; Well it's definitely not death wobble (holy crap great video). I plan on doing the repairs sooner than later. It just bites when shop doesn't call you back. I really appreciate the assist on the info you provided.
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    need alignment advice. Got alignment. Now have Death Wobble. What to do?

    I'm hoping to find my answer here: This is my problem: Driving along and suddenly truck pulls to the left or right, then straightens out like normal or its like the steering just "free floats" if you will, then suddenly left or right again. Sometimes, I'll crank the wheel all the way to the left...
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    Thermostat issues.

    Rick, did you flush your system??????? Thats probably the issue your having. I just helped Cole's buddy with the exact same issue your having. Flush, flush again, then reverse the process and flush again. Its takes time to do but when you see all the crud come out you'll be amazed. Poor kid was...
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    Fresh Resto M1008 Southern CUCV Restoration

    Once again Dave has inspired us all with another fantastic job!
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    riggermedic's M1009

    Real nice score you picked up!:beer:
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    CUCV Alternator bolt questions

    Does anyone know the bolt size for a 1009 alternator, specificly the driver side alt. the is on the firewall side? I can get a 16mm socket on it but i read somewhere it should be a 13 mm. I have cranked on the bolt and the spacer is seperating a bit. I know this is a starter thread but ive...
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    Behr Paint Jobs- Show me your MV's

    I used the ultra prem. Plus and it works great. Been on since September no issues
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    How much weight has your cucv hauled?

    I pull 2 jet ski's with the 1009 no problem
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    Looking for Suggestions for my CUCV II

    Just my 2cts. Re: suggestions: Drive to my house ! I would love to have it! If I could only find one, the m1009 would go bye-bye. You have a sweet find there sir!
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    Two stupid tricks I wish I knew when I first got my M1009 for starting and dash light

    I have a manual glow plug switch; its my anti-theft device. It blends in well and looks military issue; unless someone knows what's its for and where to look they'll never get it started, just ask my wife.
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    Best Lift Kit for m1009?

    After more reading I'll probably just do a shackle flip as suggested in rear. My front springs need replaced. Thank for your thoughts. Def. New wheels are in order too.
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    Cpappy M1009 Restoration

    Omg when your done I'll swap you. It'll save me time...lol Mine is a work in progress/therapy. "It calms me"
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    Best Lift Kit for m1009?

    @ richingalveston: Do you have wheel spacers on the rear wheels? Mys son is wanting our M1009 rear wheels to match the front as far as width. I've been reading the forums trying to figure out what to do. Also in reading this thread I've gotten ideas about doing the 2-3" lift. I like the idea of...
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