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  1. Buffalobwana

    New 5-ton ... questions

    Ok, so, I'm like a new dad and every funny noise the baby makes worries me. Only this baby was abused for 25 years, so ... I am justified! First, it smells funny. I couldn't place it, but is it possible that the diesel has gone bad? Old fuel? Oil looks fine, probably needs to be changed...
  2. Buffalobwana

    Rebuilding "The Buff" M149 Water Buffalo.

    Bought a Water Buffalo a few years ago ($400), like an idiot, I just figured that was the going rate and I could find them any time I wanted one. So i took the double wall stainless tank off and turned the frame into a dump trailer bed. (Which is working out really well!) but, I sort of want...
  3. Buffalobwana

    how do you guys fix this issue M1101

    Im sure it's probably a common issue. How do you go about getting new inserts or rigging the pulled out insert holes to fit some kind of nut? I know there are alternatives out there since the holes are likely stretched out too much to fit a standard insert.
  4. Buffalobwana

    Need a trailer for a fundraiser - Idaho or Utah preferably

    My buddy and I formed a fundraiser for Mission 22 based around driving a 5-ton 2000 miles, traveling from Idaho to Texas. (Details below). We are in need of a trailer. 105A2, 1101, or 1102 something along those lines. Can't post in the wanted/for sale section, so I'll post here to see if anyone...
  5. Buffalobwana

    Comfortable seats for the 5 ton

    I have a M923A2 that is about to make a long road trip with two broke dudes driving it. What aftermarket seat have you tried that is very comfortable. I'll unbolt the bench seat and bolt the passenger seat directly to the battery box and build a center console. And, bolt the drivers seat to...
  6. Buffalobwana

    Mission 22 Fundraiser (Veteran Charity)

    Hello guys and gals, I started a fundraising organization, with my good friend, Bill (retired Army) to raise money for Mission 22 (Veteran organization dedicated to eliminating the 22 Veteran suicides that happen ever day in America). www.mission22.com I am running a 3 week long "rolling"...
  7. Buffalobwana

    Getting my ducks in a row ...

    ... To drop the hammer on a 923A2. When I see the one I want, I want to be ready to bid knowing that I know sort of what I'm getting myself into. Guys, I have no idea what I am doing. So, I'll take advice on what to do and look for. What to prepare for, etc. First, anyone know if I need A...
  8. Buffalobwana

    Getting a 5 Ton (M923A2) home

    Have not bought it yet. trying to get my question answered before I buy one. When it happens, it will all happen fast. When I see the one I want, I'll bid! Can someone answer some general questions? Whats the the rate per mile, say 800 miles for an example? Are there any conditions that...
  9. Buffalobwana

    Modified M105A2

    I bought a M105A2. It was an impulse buy. What can I say. I should have held out for an 1101 or 1102 ... but I didn't ... soooo Ok, so, if I pull this thing home, jack it up, cut all the shackles/springs axle loose and weld on a 3500 lb axle on it, now, is it a "shop built trailer" and I can...
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