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    halftrack track chains value??

    I am curious as to the track chains, is it possible to get a picture posted DWJ?
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    Steel Soldiers MV of the month 2019 - September VOTE HERE!

    Congratulations ReoRider Well Done!
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    MV of the Month October 2019 Nominations

    Very impressive lineup so far. The Panel is still a little short. Can we get 4 more Volunteers? I know we can. :tank::driver::carnac:[thumbzup]
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    Good Morning from Germany

    There are no boundaries when you think of MV's. I have seen several continents here represented with different makes and models. And the interest in the old to the new is fascinating to me as you can see how the engineering has developed. Willkommen an Bord!
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    Paint on CUCV frame

    I always use chassis black for daily use on my trucks. I get good adhesion after power washing. Depending on what my goal is and how much protection I am looking for. On the rust areas I use a zinc coating first. For a total rehabilitation as cuvrus has said sandblasting and total new...
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    Bumper mount tire carrier?

    I have to wonder if a tire carrier from a jeep, old or newer could be altered to work? Would you like a bumper mounted? Or swing out mounted to the rear tail light bulkhead?
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    Good Morning from Germany

    Welcome from south east Missouri! I am north of Weingarten, Missouri.:beer:
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    M923A1 Problems after deep fording

    Now that the lesson about fording water has been learned, lets move on to repair. Having heard of how the situation developed, and water now is inside of engine, fowling the oil system, bearings. I would either rebuild your engine or purchase a used running one to replace the current sour one...
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    African Queen Update

    Now I can see that is the table for the M16.
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    African Queen Update

    I also have to ponder if the spotlights were ever mounted to another conveyance. Like the M10 ammunition trailer, or a double caisson setup. Outstanding!
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    African Queen Update

    Very Nice! I have seen very few M16's around this area and they are always Impressive. To Live Fire one with all four rocking is on my Bucket List. I also like the spotlight? that was next to it in the first picture. Or is that the weapon platform? I wish you lived closer as I would like to...
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    Hello all! HMMWV newbie

    I am sure that he meant that the uni mong is close to being like as good as GM drivetrain.[thumbzup]
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    M8 Greyhound help

    I have this discussion with my brother about fuel regulators and electric pumps. I use 5 to 7 pounds for a reference on gasoline as most carburetors require for under load fuel consumption. But to much will possibly overload needle and seat raising fuel bowl level and if sticking needle, flood...
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    Cucv roof rusted through

    w5ood have you tried to find a new roof panel? Used would be better but will take more labor to fit.
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    Cucv roof rusted through

    Liability is a factor for sure on any kind of repair. Should be a simple repair for a shop that can handle a body seem panel replacement. Sounds like the top surface skin on the top windshield around. Ask around local car shows, swap meets, you will get the skinny. Take your time, then decide...
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    CAT 3116 A/C pully not really needed? LMTV FMTV

    From what I see is the crank at oem has more surface area contact. The proposed belt location has more surface contact on the ac compressor. But is the diagram representative of where the oem compressor would be? Maybe not a good comparison, diagram? There is belt tension to consider, belt...
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    New To Me Engine, Won't Start

    helobravo, are you going another direction on your truck? After all that work that you have done on the Detroit to get the engine useful for your purpose you have decided?
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    M8 Greyhound help

    I am a little late but I will have a couple of things that I do on any carburetor rebuild, especially cast iron. I will use talc powder on the gaskets to keep them from sticking. Sometimes it will take a few cleaning sessions to get all bleeds clear of foreign matter. And a little rust or dirt...
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    Hello all! HMMWV newbie

    Please compare, I would like to here about the differences.
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    Modern Russian Army in the photos.

    Thanks for the video link USSR
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