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Yes, there was a civilian version called the SD Brazo. When BAE bought out Stewart Stevenson, this truck was developed for the civilian market and has a standard 17 digit VIN. The truck is basically a LMTV M1083 with a 17 digit VIN. I actually have five of these right now and may sell some.
You can still find some parts out there for these. I have bought direct from some of the government providers. Just look up part numbers in the manual and request a quote.
I bought a couple of keyed ignitions for mine. They look just like the original starter switch but it has a key. That with the combination of the keyed door locks should make it pretty secure. Also could add a battery shutoff somewhere.
We do what is called dual fuel, also DNG (Dual Natural Gas). These are very popular on larger diesel gen sets and larger trucks. We have been doing them on Class 8 highway trucks with Detroit Series 60 engines. There is a venturi that is installed prior to the turbo air intake. Compressed...
My M929A2 will not start now. We picked it up from the auction and they said it had problems starting, but did fire up with a jump. We get it back to unload it and now when you hit the starter it just clicks. We have tried jumping it again, but nothing just a clicking sound. We had this...
I am trying to get some periscopes made for my M114, these are a M-26 periscope. I found some places that can make them, but they need the drawings for them. Does anyone know where to find these?
Here is a link to the periscope in question, http://www.uni-scope.co.il/products.php?product=22...
I doubt this will go anywhere, as you have to comply with current EPA regulations, even for a kit vehicle, unless you start with a previous vehicle, which you would not be. Here are the EPA guidelines, http://www.epa.gov/otaq/imports/kitcar.htm
Basically you would have to have a previous...
This form is all you need to fill out in Iowa to bypass the FMVSS requirements. Basically you are certifying the vehicle. I have registered several military vehicles in Iowa with this form. https://forms.iowadot.gov/FormsMgt/External/411187.pdf
I am working on a HMMWV restoration to a M1025A1. Just wondering what the correct military radio setup would be for this vehicle and where I can find a radio?
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