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  1. flyfishtrailer

    M1078 Trans filters

    LMTV/FMTV Parts Spreadsheet - Google Sheets This is on one of the stickie posts that are on the top of the LMTV forum page. Lots of information there and if you find parts not listed or that have changed part numbers share those on the post so this list is current. The trans filters NAPA part...
  2. flyfishtrailer

    Unloading an M1082 - Caging Bolts and other unloading strategies

    Search this site for m1082 trailer...a number of helpful threads.
  3. flyfishtrailer

    MEP-802a Low Alternator Voltage Output

    I know, old thread but mine is having the same issues. Was the fuse LITD mentioned the added fuse on the back wall or is there one right behind the guage panel I missed?
  4. flyfishtrailer

    First post M1151A1

    You can still call GP and buy an SF97. I did that one a trailer I bought. About 6 months after picking it up, I realized the SF 97 would be helpful and relieve a lot of potential headaches (California DMV). Simple phone call and payment over the phone. Took about 6 weeks, but I got it.
  5. flyfishtrailer

    What have you done WITH your FMTV ( trips, Rescues etc) NOT: fixes, updates etc

    Sunday I pulled my M1082 trailer up towards Lake Tahoe to sell my trailer to another member in hear ((Thanks Wandering Neurons!!). It was a great drive up highway 88 from Plymouth to the 88/89 junction where we met up. Weather was awesome and of course the snow is still pretty heavy above 7,000...
  6. flyfishtrailer

    I guess it's time to get RE acquainted?

    Welcome back and we look forward to having you back and of course seeing pictures of your trucks
  7. flyfishtrailer

    M1101 Bearing set

    I have not, but kind of thinking the same as Tinstar on this one. I would rather tear them apart and regrease them so I can check bearing/cup wear and clean out any stuff that doesn't belong in there (like dirt left from all the mud and yuck I have driven though!)
  8. flyfishtrailer

    M1101 Fire Set Up

    Those are well built trailers and actually overbuilt for their rated capacity in my opinion. Love the tie down rings in the bed. Just wish they had lash points on the outside like the older trailers did.
  9. flyfishtrailer

    M1101 Bearing set

    Assuming your trailer is "new" 10 or more years ago, you SHOULD repack them anyways. It's a simple process and only takes a couple of hours to do both sides. Also gets you familiar with tearing it down so if you ever had to do so on the side of a road, it will be a simple process. Carrying one...
  10. flyfishtrailer

    My M715 'rework' project

    I like your thought process on this one and agree that it would have used a diesel engine if production had continued. I will be watching the progress on this one!
  11. flyfishtrailer

    How many gallons of 383 to paint a M1078 w/troop seats

    Thanks Fuzzy Toaster. Did you thin the Behr with anything or just 5 gallons?
  12. flyfishtrailer

    How many gallons of 383 to paint a M1078 w/troop seats

    Starting to get together my plans to paint my truck green and eventually camo, and just wondering from those of you that have painted a M1078......how many gallons of paint should I orcer?
  13. flyfishtrailer

    Central FL M1031 project

    Which sticker goes to which color? I want to take pics and hopefully they can scan the barcode if for some reason they cant figure it out.
  14. flyfishtrailer

    Possible Transportation/ Pickup In Idaho?

    Not to be a downer, but if you do drive it home, don't count on averaging 65MPH in the M1009. The naturally aspirated 6.2 was never known for its power climbing grades. I have an M1028 and I can tell you hills are 45 MPH (as long as they are not steep) and if you're maxing out the pedal to try...
  15. flyfishtrailer

    MANY MILITARY SURPLUS ITEMS FOR SALE CLEARING OUT INVENTORY

    Pics or partial inventory list? So as in like buy your entire inventory or having a sale on most everything to make room for more?
  16. flyfishtrailer

    S&S M1078 Dollie Move?

    Just a thought...do you have an area outside you could erect one of those garage tents and possibly work on it outside the shop? Could be taken down and reused later if another tall vehicle was on your list. Could also act later as a paint booth, etc.
  17. flyfishtrailer

    Daryl’s Deuce Resto

    Just a thought...heat gun and scraper?
  18. flyfishtrailer

    m101a2 surge brake assembly replacement

    If you can, share pictures of the damaged parts. You may find some folks that have either had the same or similar issues, may share some tips to avoid mistakes or make things easier, or may have parts you need to repair your own.
  19. flyfishtrailer

    MEP 803A testing alternator output

    I am having issues with my computer and haven't been able to upload a photo, but if you look at the back of the alternator, there should be marked posts (POS and Neg). Just use your multimeter to touch the posts while its running for alternator output.
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