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  1. Gamble

    Does having a Turret add more value to the HMMWV? Turret owners... Could you live without it?

    I have FINALLY located a turret support. However, the price is so high, that I am forced to ask..... Is the juice worth the squeeze. I have an m1045A2. My favorite HMMWV and I am still giddy like a kid when I see my truck. :) I am aware of the issues with a turret leaking and believe I can...
  2. Gamble

    Tunnel by emergency brake gets hot to the touch

    Hello All, Just wanted to pose a question to the group. Took the truck out for the first time on an extended ride. About 40 miles one way on the freeway. The tunnel next to the emergency brake base got really warm (including the emergency brake), dare I say hot. Is this normal?
  3. Gamble

    Roofs removed from the 11XX Slant Backs(?)

    Hello All, I suppose the roofs being removed from the 11XX Slant Backs is because of some new classification that they are armor and thus must now be demiled? Does anyone have the scoop? At first I thought this was the state of California saying you cant sell an armored vehicle in our state...
  4. Gamble

    Engine oil cooler lines resting on exhaust manifold

    Does anyone else have this strange issue? The [engine] oil cooling line(s) rests on one of the exhaust pipes coming off the engine. The line was being melted through by the heat of the exhaust pipe. I wrapped it in heat resistant material but I thought this was insane. Has anyone else looked...
  5. Gamble

    IbisTek Tire Retainer (Carrier)

    Does anyone know if the IbisTek tire retainer will accommodate an after market wheel provided the bore size is similar? Are there any limitations with this tire carrier working with a larger tire size (40 in)?
  6. Gamble

    Starter bolt backed out and fried the starter

    So.... Long story short. Took the truck out for its first long highway run followed by some off road fun. Heard a clunk then a grinding sound. Pulled into a parking area and turned the truck off. While the truck was off a horrible screeching sound came from what I believed was the starter...
  7. Gamble

    Pin hole leak in the transmission oil cooler

    https://ibb.co/zG5gQ1f https://ibb.co/W0VJNcD Hello All, So right when I finished swapping batteries and installing a new front passenger seat. Started the truck, truck started up well. I did, however, spring a leak. A leak in my transmission oil cooler, see pics above. My question is can I...
  8. Gamble

    Does this sound like a fuel issue

    I believe the truck has a fuel feed issue because it cuts off after running for a short while. It will idle fine for quite some time after being started. However, when it comes to driving... Maybe 2 minutes max time. If I just gently touch the pedal while driving (think a touch over idle) and...
  9. Gamble

    Gamble's Truck is FINALLY RELEASED!!!!!

    After winning an auction back in April, and literally fighting and threatening GP after losing my paperwork not once but twice, constant runarounds, 'accidental' dropped calls, discussions with supervisors, Curse words thrown about, yada yada yada. My truck was finally released this week. It's...
  10. Gamble

    Looking for a 4 Man Hard Top without the Turret Hole

    Hello All, Does anyone have any experience with or know where I can find a quality 4 man steel hard top roof for an A2 series truck (M1045A2) WITHOUT the Turret hole? Thanks
  11. Gamble

    Will X Doors for the M1151 or M1114 fit the A2 Series Trucks

    I was under the impression that X Doors are the same for all trucks but I could be wrong so I wanted to post it here and get the expert opinion. Are there any issues with X-Doors for the M1151 or M1114 fitting a M1045A2? Thanks in advance
  12. Gamble

    Anyone know a great shop in SoCal for service?

    Does anyone have a recommendation for a good shop in Southern California. I want to have a thorough initial inspection done when this truck is finally released and I receive it. I'd like to send it to RW but he's way up North. Any recommendations?
  13. Gamble

    Took a quick trip to Yermo to GP site today

    Got boarded and was out that way so I took a quick trip to Yermo to GP site today. Couldn't see too much from the service road but I did get a glimpse of what they have on the lot. Don't know if they will go to auction or if they are headed to our allies overseas. I never see these models in...
  14. Gamble

    Anyone familiar with this slant back part - Flush Latch 1 Cargo Hatch Humvee Slant Back Latch Handle

    "This listing is for ONE Flush Latch PN 34-4974-51x NSN 5340-01-259-8600 This is the Latch for the Cargo Hatch on all of the Slant Backs for all of the models of the Humvee that have a Slant Back Roof. This handle is unique to all others in that it is a locking handle with 2 keys included. No...
  15. Gamble

    Authentic Side Mirrors

    Apparently, there are a lot of fake Chinese crap out there being passed around as authentic hmmwv am general side mirrors. I have a couple of questions. How can a person tell OEM mirrors from aftermarket nonsense? Aren't the mounting brackets made of metal on the OEM mirrors? If so, is it steel...
  16. Gamble

    Any thoughts on a useful substitution for those long spring antennas

    I am looking for alternatives to installing the long spring antenna. Its not practical and I dont want just that antenna base sitting there looking awkward. Anyone have any ideas they always thought would be cool to try on the back on their Hmmwv: 1. WiFi Range extender 2. Cell signal jammer...
  17. Gamble

    Anyone know where I can find this hood and scoop?

    The grey truck. I've never seen a hood like that one before.
  18. Gamble

    How difficult is it to find a complete Turret for M1045A2?

    Hello, I am trying to determine if its even worth embarking on the journey to find a complete turret for an M1045A2. Otherwise, its certainly cheaper to purchase a new roof without the turret hole. I dont have a 'Need' for the turret, I would open it on sunny days while driving but...
  19. Gamble

    Need help with a part - B Pillar Cover?

    I am not sure why these are removed from vehicles but I believe I need to replace it. Is this the B Pillar cover? Also, Is it different for a hard top such as the one above than it is for a soft top? Lastly, does it need a fastener of some sort? Thanks in advance
  20. Gamble

    Which look do you prefer... Modern or Traditional

    Hello All, I am interested in which 'Look' you prefer on the HMMWV? A more modern look or a more traditional look?
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