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  1. pmramsey

    M54 Rescue

    Your M54 looks quite good actually. They clean up nicely. I found my M54A1 (Mack Engine) in 2015. I thought that I had made a very big mistake. NOT SO. I went for a cab off restoration. It was far better than it looked. It is a 1965 sporting a 1975 depot rebuild. I purchased it from the Army...
  2. pmramsey

    M105 a1 lowering questions

    TWO SOLUTIONS Both require Titian Surge Brakes installs. I used 9 x20s on the tanker M105 and pulled it with my Dodge with a hitch height of 24". but cutting and welding the tongue. The same worked well with the CUCVs. The M105 cargo exchanged 10 x 22 tires for 12.5 x 16s. The best all...
  3. pmramsey

    Members in Northern Virginia?

    Try Commercial Tool & Die in Marshall...540-364-3922...He has a service truck. He is on this site as an individual as Tactical Truck
  4. pmramsey

    Which CUCV is this truck?

    Auction personnel can be quite clueless. I purchased one of these from the Air Force in 2014 for $1500. It has a Reading 12-foot bed, 2-wheel drive, with a 411 rear. When running, it is far quieter than a CUCV, moves along at a comfortable 60-65 MPH. Restored, they are a work of art. As you...
  5. pmramsey

    What year model did the m35 go to duel reservoir brakes sysytem?

    It was never an across the board item. Most of the M35s with duel systems were late 1980s model vehicles ordered by the Air Force plus a few after market installs by individuals.
  6. pmramsey

    Mep003A generator advice

    Get a TM from this website and read it; it is a good place to begin. THEN, ask your question again.
  7. pmramsey

    M353 tire questions

    I have used these trailers on my farm for years. Great units. I have always replaced the original tires when they were found to not be up to the work any longer with G177s from Goodyear or 831s from Firestone.
  8. pmramsey

    Steel Soldiers MV of the month 2021 - August VOTE HERE!

    Tracer Very nice job on your truck. Lots of good thinking, and creativity, making it enjoyable for years to come. Congratulations!
  9. pmramsey

    Steel Soldiers MV of the month 2021 - August VOTE HERE!

    I purchased this M35A3 in July 2008 at auction in Richmond, VA. Its entire previous life since a 1993 production had been spent in and around Blackstone, Virginia. For the next six years after acquisition , this truck looked the same with little or no changes. The one significant change was...
  10. pmramsey

    MV of the month August 2021

    M35A3 MY PERSONAL OFFERING FOR AUGUST 2021
  11. pmramsey

    Steel Soldiers MV of the month 2021 - July VOTE HERE!

    I must admit that I was hung up between the Tug, Jeep, and my old M54A1. All of which would be a pleasure to own, nurture, and pass on for others to enjoy. I was especially drawn to the Aircraft Tug. For 30 years, I was the slum landlord at our regional airport having built a hundred or so...
  12. pmramsey

    Steel Soldiers MV of the month 2021 - July VOTE HERE!

    #3 is a 1965 M54A1 Mack 5-ton. Delivered October 1965 from the Reading plant. After some hard days in 1969, it was shipped to Japan for a complete rebuild to include the final version of the ENDT 673 engine, the over-drive Spicer trans, and the upgraded 809 type steering. Somehow, it made its...
  13. pmramsey

    Surge Brake ID

    I knew I could find what you need itf I look long enough. This is what I used on the M1102 and M105A3 trailers. Surge Brake Replacement parts for Military trailers. Search for Titan/Dico Model 6 hydraulic brake actuator
  14. pmramsey

    Surge Brake ID

    I replaced the surge brake on my M1102 trailer ten years ago with one made by Titian. Keep searching on the site. You WILL find what you need there to include the proper weight load for the trailer.
  15. pmramsey

    How Old Was Your MV When You Got It

    1965 M54A1 5-ton Mack rebuilt 1975 Cab off rebuild again 2015-16 I am the first civilian owner.
  16. pmramsey

    Synthetic oil

    It is quite rare to have the history of a specific military truck. 30 years ago, it was more common to receive complete mechanical and other records from the military when the trucks were sold at auction. This practice mostly evaporated with the move to centralized national auctions. However...
  17. pmramsey

    Butner NC

    I totally agree. I have picked up two S.A.T.S trailer units from there from two different auctions. The ease of operation and service is spot-on.
  18. pmramsey

    M116A3 - VA Title & Registration, Insurance question

    Make an appointment with your local VADMV office. You must fill out the Application For Assigned Vehicle Identification Number. You pay $5.00 on the spot there where the application form will be issued to you along with a VIN number on a metal plate. The plate will have specific mounting...
  19. pmramsey

    Synthetic oil

    Fine looking rig you have there. Do you get to use the winch much?
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