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  1. rolling18

    GAA Grease

    I have a few tubes of the GAA for $8 new tube... Message me if intrested.
  2. rolling18

    Engine oil centrifuge on an M35A2 multifuel

    haha, thats what some people told me when I bought/ modded my Mil. truck! were they right? maybe, maybe not but I enjoy the process:naner: I would like a similar system but for use in FUEL line for WMO.:shock: New Ideas, methods, mods, products ect. should always be encouraged. Many times...
  3. rolling18

    Considering 5 ton!!

    thanks for your thoughtful input, definatly worth considering,,, any 5T I might get would be a late 80's or newer.. i can do regular low level maint if I could find one at reasonable price id get a unimog or Pinzgauer! I LOVE those drive line/ diff. systems!!
  4. rolling18

    Considering 5 ton!!

    A3 was a consideration! but I hear they are much slower? and the motor is problematic? I actually CAN change a wheel and tire 395/85 (not off the rim) I have done that recently on the street when I broke a valve stem and got a flat.. grrr at 320 lbs. I obviously couldnt lift one heh I...
  5. rolling18

    Considering 5 ton!!

    oops
  6. rolling18

    My second score !! The mad hatter !!! m923a2 with ROPS !!

    EBAY has a frankentruck w/ the ROPS lots of pictures in and out.... WOW those are expensive!!!!! 20k! no thanks mind if I ask how much you spent on yours?? PM if you like..:)
  7. rolling18

    Considering 5 ton!!

    OldWorld, your post comes especially valuable to me as we have some similarities... I also am a 10 Year local truck driver, 3 axle day cab usually w/ 28/48/53ft. trailers. (I can relate) The guy who's trucks I drove today also had odly enough a franken like yours w/ ROPS yr. 2013 (this is the...
  8. rolling18

    Considering 5 ton!!

    Frank thanks for the suggestion, as far as the Deuce I can do most common maintenance myself.. just cant do the larger heavier thing that require air tools ============================================================================ I am guessing I could learn on the 5T as well, I just wouldnt...
  9. rolling18

    Considering 5 ton!!

    not with a 5T no... The main and ONLY reason I went with a m35 VS. 5T in the first place was the Multi-Fuel because I could actually "AFFORD" to drive it on a regular basis! using WMO heh. Now however, the situation has changed and I do not HAVE to run WMO/ so I can afford diesel. On a side...
  10. rolling18

    Considering 5 ton!!

    Thanks for more info! as far as city driving I am referring to "suburb type" not inner city like a downtown environment. My Deuce already has the larger 395 tires, how much different is the turning radius (for a u turn) between the two anyway? Is MPG about 8-10 unloaded average driving an...
  11. rolling18

    Considering 5 ton!!

    Thanks for the quick reply, I have no problems with climbing in and out oddly enough heh ( I'm a truck driver by trade) I dont know what else I can upgrade in my A2 (more legroom) easier that air asst steering, and tranny I agree on the 923a2 from some of the research I have ran across. I am...
  12. rolling18

    Considering 5 ton!!

    GREETINGS! I am CONSIDERING getting a 5-ton due to increasing physical limitations. Back and knee problems ( I am beginning to need easier power steering and A/T mainly)) I have had my A2 for a few year and many many upgrades. However, I need an easier more city friendly truck. I am noticing...
  13. rolling18

    GPS Speedometer

    sory to revive such an old thread, I need to know HOW one is to recalibrate speedometer gear? <br> and where would I get a gear for the 395/85 tire size swap? <br>thanks!<br>
  14. rolling18

    PNW Info Thread!

    Thanks Amerteam! will do.. I am looking for a radiator for my M35A2. (locally OR or WA) that's why I posted here. If anyone has a lead on one (even if it needs MINOR repair), please look me up!! thanks! Marc
  15. rolling18

    PNW Info Thread!

    xxx show?? what is this event? Where? I am unable to google it, I would be interested in tagging along also :-) I need to give my repaired radiator a good workout and check my new cargo cover tightness.. Heh
  16. rolling18

    PNW Info Thread!

    anyone getting one of those Hummers they have available on the Govplannet for "off road" use only?
  17. rolling18

    PNW Info Thread!

    Just an update for anyone curious what happened... I made it back to Portland about 22:30 :driver: What happened.. I made too sharp of a turn in a very large parking lot in Hawks Prarie on Martin Way about 16:00p between the Winco and (not so) Great Floors. the front tires dug into the...
  18. rolling18

    PNW Info Thread!

    yes I totally agree and have met most of them looking forward to seeing you all again this year at the rally if they have it again near Centralia
  19. rolling18

    PNW Info Thread!

    that is always great to know I make myself available as well I am normally in the Portland area but I was stuck up in Lacey Washington near Hawks Prairie
  20. rolling18

    PNW Info Thread!

    sorry my phone will not mobile upload pictures for some reason but anyway I just filled in the David that I dug out under the tires
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