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  1. dmetalmiki

    1953 “gasser” deuce build thread/ adventure

    Welcome to the site, hobby, friendships and events to come..(when the truck is restored to your satisfaction). Do post pictures of your journey home with it , and as restoration progresses.
  2. dmetalmiki

    Advice help. very tired.

    Nice to have you "back2. NO need to be 'tired'..Relax a while and work steadilly through your tasks, Things usually work out better that way. (Say's he!, who was REALLY tired of late!...read MY latest post (Yet Another 'Bump' in my shed)). Have a "chuckle on me" ok?.
  3. dmetalmiki

    Hello from a NEW SS member (group) The Veterans Garage (Posen, IL)

    Welcome to the site and the hobby. Nice outfit and I like your site page. The more preservationists the better.
  4. dmetalmiki

    secondary directional light

    THERE you go. that's how I Wired up our extra turn markers.
  5. dmetalmiki

    Non-ether cold weather starting solutions for the 8.3?

    Yesm as Recommended above.. We use 'silicone' spray WITH PFT additive. All our old trucks (and cars) Start without the knocking and banging you get with using ether. (As hand held cans DO NOT meter the needed (only!) correct amount.) So, for all "gentle" and instant starting. Silicone with...
  6. dmetalmiki

    Check out what cleaned up, polished FMTV Aluminum Wheels look like!

    Smart, Very very smart. Nice job. (For the fire truck).
  7. dmetalmiki

    Towing a m818

    Hmm, Well that pesky Scammell had a locked transmission, (coming in to the show) and ALL observers were saying "you won't budge that"..long story short, My M62 pulled that 'beast' ALL ten wheels locked "screaming smoking and protesting" into the show site!. When I got it home after the event I...
  8. dmetalmiki

    Help finding/buying M35 Deuce

    Here IS your (Very) best option. Trucks. A member. A selection. Go and have a look, Maybe have a try out. You will be pleased in your own mind then. Report in when you HAVE purchased one, and pictures or video of the DRIVE home. Good luck. Welcome to the site, Hobby, friendships, and events to...
  9. dmetalmiki

    Problems running WVO on the multifuel engine

    HOLD ON!, Buy the aircraft fuel pumps which fit directly into the original pump holder, wires, plug, pipes, everything. I have 3 on the shelf as standby. I will obtain the maker tomorrow. (It's 12-30 A.M. now). They all came from over there in the U.S. of A. £55. Each. Super build and top...
  10. dmetalmiki

    Towing a m818

    Tow them home yourself is allways best. (and)..If you have big 'toys' you can get into bother big time. Unless you have another big to toy to rescue the big toy!
  11. dmetalmiki

    M54A2 mods, upgrades, conversions, etc

    Once you start adding odd little 'bits' here and there..it is surprising just what you can end up with.
  12. dmetalmiki

    Another M715 Coming Back To Life

    We rebuilt our group M715, but had to use a perkins diesel engine. Horrible smokey and noisy. We are looking for something more suitable.
  13. dmetalmiki

    Outdoor Trailer Protection/storage

    I clean thoroughly everything, and spray the total undersides with a water based protective coating (Deep blue/black)that turns rust (If any!) solid..and protects against the elements. The wrecker fire truck and 432 are treated thus and have no rot. I Re-do them every three years. You should...
  14. dmetalmiki

    New PT-76 Acquisition

    Awesome Awesome Awesome!..Now THAT'S an acquisition...I have been trying to get a "Huge" Russian thing for ever....finally just about had it arranged..and (Just my luck) the whole batch went to Africa!...(comment withheld!***) Actually I would appreciate a P.M. Of how you accomplished that...
  15. dmetalmiki

    Just put the winter cover on CHUCKIE...

    My cat never goes out..It's a sort of house cat. If it does stray out, it usually makes a beeline for the camper, climbs in and goes to sleep!.
  16. dmetalmiki

    New to SS and new to MVs as well as an owner.

    Welcome to the site,hobby, friendships, And events to come. And what a super looking truck to be starting all that with.
  17. dmetalmiki

    1st time owner joy to sadness. Coolant in oil

    I did not post adverse comments..( I woudn't really anyway)..because I was having a real laughing session..( and absalutely Refuse to tell you (all)). I drove out of the shop today.....AGAIN!..... With the shop charger IN TOW!. Welcome (to being human) the hobby, friendshipe, and events to come.
  18. dmetalmiki

    rails up resto in picture form

    That is going to be a courageous restoration project. Well done, we will be following your progress.
  19. dmetalmiki

    Pivoting winch head ideas?

    Some of those adaptors seen expensive for what (ARE?) you trying to achieve. My M62 has side rollers. And if the pull is 'heavy' to the side I use Blocks at 2:1. (Or..More!).
  20. dmetalmiki

    PT-76 B Russian tank

    Very welcome to the site hobby and friendships. That is awesome..It will be fun in summer as they swim well. Sounds nice. I am in the progress of negotiating a 'deal' for a Russian "Thing!"..fingers crossed..I will report if successful.
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