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  1. Third From Texas

    M1078 to M1079 Conversion and Build

    I used vinyl plank fake wood flooring (the thin stuff). I was told that it would be critical to set a 1/8" expansion gap on the edges so I did so. I secured the perimeter with 2x2 screwed into the floor to clamp it all down (the 2x2 are the base of the insulated wall I'm installing). You...
  2. Third From Texas

    3126 w/ABS vs 3116

    True that. And again emphasis on "IF you can find one". But oddly, there is something about the cab ride that is more quiet and smooth.. The impact of potholes and road bumps feels far less noticeable on my A1R going down the same street in my A0. The A1R seats did away...
  3. Third From Texas

    3126 w/ABS vs 3116

    Hey, I'm in Texas and know where there are enough wells to make my own fuel if diesel hits $8/gal. ;p
  4. Third From Texas

    3126 w/ABS vs 3116

    You guys need to get a room... The bickering in here reminds me of the Internet. Take that shit to FB and pick on one of the lame ass admins or something constructive. That's what I do. ;)
  5. Third From Texas

    CHUCKY'S TREE HOUSE !

    OK, here's some video (my kinda porn) but don't share...
  6. Third From Texas

    CHUCKY'S TREE HOUSE !

    I take the occasional perv pic of hotties at the beach, but not of the ones I provide shelter to in exchange for cash. Seriously, the girl girl is pretty hot though.
  7. Third From Texas

    3126 w/ABS vs 3116

    Yeah, that one doesn't count. Honestly, you couldn't give me one of those cabs (so cramped and shite for visibility). I was surprised to see it offered by MWME for less than a couple million. It's totally worth it and in line with their pricing model. ;p
  8. Third From Texas

    Video Of FMTV RV Build, Cool Interior.

    Between the military surplus/collector community and the "overland adventure vehicle" world, apparently there are no bounds and P.T. Barnum was 200% correct.
  9. Third From Texas

    3126 w/ABS vs 3116

    Yeah, sadly the A1R trucks are pretty scarce. I mean really scarce in comparison (unlike the earlier versions, most seem to still be coveted by guard units and cherry picked by states/organization that get first pick of the good stuff). I won't say unobtainium, but they are rare in...
  10. Third From Texas

    CHUCKY'S TREE HOUSE !

    I's been high 70's here (friggin COLD) But we're gonna see 20's this week. The gen tanks are all full. Batteries charged. Batmobile engine with 60K BTU is lit (and so am I). Just in case.... In case of emergency I can heat my house, the garage (I have to move all my "tropical...
  11. Third From Texas

    CHUCKY'S TREE HOUSE !

    I like that too!
  12. Third From Texas

    1088 log truck build.

    More details on that vertical stack? Daddy likez....daddy needz
  13. Third From Texas

    Door lock adjustments?

    Check for bind in the lever system. My passenger door didn't like being unlocked via the key. The inside latch worked but the key rod wasn't pushing the latch side of the lever system up. Closer inspection and the two parts that make up the lever system (that the rods attach to) was...
  14. Third From Texas

    Saw This In Another Group.....Merry Christmas

    Now for you head-bangers ! LOL
  15. Third From Texas

    M1081 - Advice on finding good new/used tires?

    ACK! And a front to boot. I bet that was fun. Yeah, I'm running that same tire, age, and mileage. <whistles> I better start looking myself....
  16. Third From Texas

    M1081 - Advice on finding good new/used tires?

    Avoid the Michelin "may pops". Absolutely don't run them on the steer axel on pavement. Try and find GoodYears or another 395 (Continental, Pirelli, etc). Be sure to check the speed rating (a lot of these industrial tires are not rated over 50mph). What makes tires difficult to gauge is...
  17. Third From Texas

    Cab Lift Hydraulic Problem - New LMTV - Advice Needed

    Sometimes it's helpful to add the fluid into the upper (shared) reservoir at the pump...then bleed air from the lower reservoir at the hand pump by working the pump. Repeat as needed.
  18. Third From Texas

    Military Vehicle Camper Insurance

    Not denying that's the case, but it certainly wasn't the last time I spoke to them on the phone a couple years ago. The literally stated word-per-word that when I completed the conversion, to just let them know and include photos and estimated value, and they would underwrite it. Has their...
  19. Third From Texas

    Military Vehicle Camper Insurance

    That's so odd. They literally told me that they would write it as a RV with no issue. I'll ask about it again come renewal time. They know it's military but I was very careful to never mention "off road" (full disclosure or not, that's one thing the industry frowns on). I've no loyalty to...
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