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  1. Third From Texas

    Airlift/tie down bar steel grade

    I think he's talking about the male A1R's pintle when it sees a sexy female LMTV.... At least one build that I've seen had a rear slide out that has always sparked my interest. It'd be a cool way to support a rear patio or something...
  2. Third From Texas

    VSN or MFG Serial No. for Registration?

    It was a valid question. Where people often run into issue is the number of digits in the "VIN". Many (most) state computer systems req all 17 digits (and in the standardized format). It's technically not allowed that they add arbitrary numbers to fill in the missing numbers (although...
  3. Third From Texas

    Airlift/tie down bar steel grade

    True dat !
  4. Third From Texas

    What have you done to your FMTV or LMTV today

    Yeah, but it's pretty tight in there. I've only seen pics but it was enough for me to say nope. ;) I don't see the advantage now, anyway. It's not that much additional clearance (an inch?). It just ups the replacement cost. And if you are doing it for higher speed, why not just go with...
  5. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    We touched on this in another thread but damned if I know where. For my ssb CB I have 3' fiberglass duals: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001JT5QNW/ For the GMRS I went with a dual band Tram: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IDTJ2KE For my HAM I have an old UHF/VHF Radio Larsen antenna...
  6. Third From Texas

    Third's Build Discussion

    I made some progress prepping the hab for paint two weeks ago. Got all the glue from the light fixtures off finally, filled and sanded any existing screrw holes, etc. Right up to the point tha the disc in my back failed again. Three months healing. Two days work. Rinse/repeat. Scheduled...
  7. Third From Texas

    Front running / parking lights not working

    You can always wire them as running lights. When I do my cab interioor I plan to change the running lights (ie: all parking lights front and read, markers, and brake light function) to come on with the ignition. I recall someone doing it years ago with the manual lever switch...
  8. Third From Texas

    Did I just buy a 2023 LMTV M1078A1 or not?

    Well it was listed and sold as a 2023. I'd have defaulted, too if I were in his shoes. :)
  9. Third From Texas

    Hideous M1088! Obviously a John Deer fan

    It's right up there with that pink and purple camo wrecker.
  10. Third From Texas

    FMTV windshield wiper home position

    This is the basic idea of how the wiper transmission works on a normal vehicle (and what happens when it does not catch the tab):
  11. Third From Texas

    Eco Hubs and 3.07's - in a 2000 M1088 with a 3126 (~24k pounds)

    What was the mpg prior to the ECO's?
  12. Third From Texas

    This typo will catch your eye...

    Actually, that's a great price for a clean trailer w/ independent suspension. Deck is 6x10 so I'd say an ATV hauler at best. It's too current to have been made for hauling the good old Chenoweth's back in the day. :)
  13. Third From Texas

    Someone tampered with Sgt York!

    I don't know about locks, but I've pondered a small canvas "sock" cover. Out of sight, out of mind for f******g with by civilian know-nothings.
  14. Third From Texas

    Someone tampered with Sgt York!

    I have two of my security cameras pointed at my truck for that very reason (low lifes renting down the street). When the security system beeps, I go looking for some range time...
  15. Third From Texas

    Battery venting

    That's the one I have on my dual battery setup.
  16. Third From Texas

    Bed Side Panel Storage M1078 A1

    Odd. Be sure to slide them in as shown in the diagram (hinge up). I somehow got four to fit (honestly don't recall if the tailgate slipped in there as well).
  17. Third From Texas

    Bed Side Panel Storage M1078 A1

    I stowed mine once when I had my first truck. Two per stowage compartment, iirc. Don't remember what you are supposed to do with the tailgate. The stakes and crossmember poles will stow as well. The vertical assemblies remain upright and stow in the forward most slots at the from of the bed.
  18. Third From Texas

    ECO Hubs Who needs 3:07 gears?

    Agreed. I'd love some detail on the 30 minute install. I mean is it "Step 1; Use your 50 ton material handling crane and remove engine" or "remove wheel, turn four bolts, replace wheel"? I admittedly have never broken down one of these hubs but I sorta get the gist. I'm VERY good at...
  19. Third From Texas

    MRAP Light Set

    There is a newer version with all LED's. The entire 46 and 24 bars are solid LED like an Amazon bar (I don't think the LED version had the pods). If you search eBay for "ibis tek light set" you'll see some funny stuff. This kit is listed for a grand; a single 46 bar is $6300. A few...
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