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They certainly make big-enough models, so the only sticking point would be that of bolt-pattern. That you could fix with a drill-press or send out to a machine-shop.

I have nice things to say about the Snap-on WB-400. It's a computer-based hand-spin balancer and weighs under 150Lbs but will work out to a 50" tire weighing 500Lbs. I don't know about the new cost, but I've seen many used ones out there for $300-500. Finding the correct adapter for your...

It depends a great deal on what turret it simulates and to a lesser extent on what parts are identical to the real thing or live. As for identifying the turret it is intended to simulate, it looks '40s to me but someone should be along soon to offer the correct identity. :-) Of course, any...

Turns out, there is at least one (well, what's left of one) in Sacramento California as of now. I just happened to be checking CL and noticed one for sale. It's rusty and missing most of the bed area, but for the rarity is still interesting. Due to site rules, I can't post a link. :-(

I'd drive out to Baker,CA and see what Marcel has tying around. He's difficult to deal with and pretty self-serve, but it won't break the bank and he has many dozens of trucks and acres of parts. PM me if you need contact info. Good luck.

Based on the trainer turrets that I saw sold at the Littlefield auction, you would be getting a good deal at $3k and it might easily be worth double that.

I've been doing all my own work for so long I can't really say but for the very rare times I don't DIY, the folks at Scotts Valley Transmission have always been knowledgeable and straight shooters. Once again, they won't specific MV experience but they are well regarded. If you are in SV...

Hey neighbor! There are known solutions to most of the issues. An electronic ignition module is a big help, www.pertronix.com is one source. There are a couple clutch mods, not usually so much around the pressure plate and disk as around the linkage. There is a hydraulic setup and also one...

I have nothing against the 7.3 in a 1-ton vehicle but it doesn't have the torque for a deuce. I think you'd do well with The DT466. A Cummins 5.9 or DT360 might get you a little better mileage than the 466, they will be a bit marginal for power but should provide about the same performance as...

Have you considered an Abbot? I know it's not a "real" tank, but it's pretty affordable compared to a MBT plus, they made a lot of the FV43x vehicles so spares are easy to come by. I don't know how they fit, but these guys would know: the fv430 forum - Index page...

Most aluminum armor isn't any more bullet resistant than plain old 6061, it's just a bit lighter. I'm not sure how much scarier an armored HMMVW is than an old bank truck, but I would sure rather be in a bank truck if I were going to take rounds! Some of the slightly newer bank trucks are...

You've been watching Milweb, right? http://www.milweb.net/classifieds.php?type=1

I'm happy to see your scientific approach. I think accurate measurement of the DEF before adding diesel is key, if the volume of DEF really stays the same, then just decant and go.

If the tip is broken off, couldn't you just drive it and wait for the the chunk to be blown out? Just fab a sheet-metal cover to prevent it from damaging anything should it come out. Carry a good one and a tap in case it comes out so you can plug the hole than.

The idea of heating a block reminds me of a friend who when he was very young had an old tractor on the farm, some old single-cylinder job with a 6-volt starter. It would never start cold in winter so the solution was a coffee can with a roll of toilet paper well soaked in diesel placed under...

I have had some decent rides in trucks with just cab&chassis, it's not for the faint of heart. The deuce was pretty abusive but the walking-beam suspension really helps, the 2-axle F-700 was practically suicide. If you are going to be doing mods anyway, I'd strongly consider desplining the...

I ran close to 100% bio for about 6 years and a 6.9IDI international motor and in tens of thousands of miles I had no real trouble. In the early days I had to replace a couple fuel filters, which I was warned would happen as the bio dissolved the old sludge in the tanks. The motor needed fuel...

That's such a short jaunt, it's a pity not to drive it. I agree with the fellow above, just call a local tow service or try CL. A deuce should fit on a regular flatbed tow truck (they usually have a capacity of ~#14000 Lbs, it's getting up there but still falls under that weight. Should be...

I also remember the Canadian vehicles having a longer nose. FWIW, the 251 makes a lot more power and torque than the 230. I remember mine liked 50MPH really well but wouldn't complain about 60 for short bursts. I also think they crack exhaust manifolds less frequently? Just something to...

So how does this explain the tens of thousands of "replica" guns that have been made from demilled parts? I'm sure the stens, sterlings, and such that are out there welded up on blank tubes didn't have form-1s filed. My conversation with the local branch agent a couple years back was...