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  1. tommys2patrick

    Forestry Auctions - A Must Watch

    Now that is a cool trailer. Looks very useful --tools-welder-camper---sweet! our local forestry stuff goes thru an annual auction at the state forestry department. a number of large out of state supply houses with deep pockets attend. Its amazing how much late forties/early fifties stuff is...
  2. tommys2patrick

    New to the game of owning a military vehicle from New York

    Howdy and welcome from Colorado! I know mine is a beast at times but she still puts a smile on my face. Sometimes just looking at her. I imagine its the same for you. Enjoy. She will need things from time to time, especially your time. Lots of resources here to make it educational...
  3. tommys2patrick

    Protect the Oak. M989A1

    Great job of sealing and painting. Those seem like such great trailers as a concept. The weight is a killer but goes with the strength needed to haul pallets of ammo I suppose. I would think a quarry could use one for hauling big blocks of rock. Adding a K-boom would make it a killer app...
  4. tommys2patrick

    Diesel getting in oil. What else should I look at while I'm fixing this?

    I agree with Rusty--good job. The photos helped me follow you as well--thanks. I liked your using the trucks Kboom to help in the process. I imagine you positioned the K boom before shutting the engine off for the last time. The hydraulics must lock up pretty solid when you shut down-- ie no...
  5. tommys2patrick

    LED Gauge Panel Backlighting Upgrade

    Have you tried any of your bulbs, without the spacer in the turn signal socket. I believe it is the same socket but only requires the light energy to exit the front of the bulb. I think the one in the TM is a slightly higher wattage than the dash lights. Just curious if you checked it out...
  6. tommys2patrick

    New in Colorado

    Howdy from Livermore Colorado. Love to see pictures of your vehicles. I have seen people recast certain rubber parts in a simple mold you can make from the original. If your interested I can see if I can resurrect the info. Not sure how they would hold up in high stress situation but should...
  7. tommys2patrick

    Check out my new mini forklift..

    My bad. I re-read your original post including the trailer part. I guess I had a senior moment. Pretty long day for you and your friend. still a good score.
  8. tommys2patrick

    Another M116 Mule trailer

    Great way to haul a mule. Do you know if it's wide enough for a "modern" army mule, side by side, too?
  9. tommys2patrick

    Check out my new mini forklift..

    Nice little forklift. good score. I have a little "trucloader" model. it will only lift 1000 pounds, but turns on a dime and gives a nickel change. perfect thing for in the barn where you have to work around lots of equipment and junk. wheels and tires are too small to use outside on...
  10. tommys2patrick

    New to me m59 dump truck...

    Really cool truck. Excellent to see this being saved. Are you working on a complete series of all the deuce variations?
  11. tommys2patrick

    anybody have sprag transfer case engage on highway?

    Mine does the scary loud bang sound. Its a sprague. I live in the mountains and when I have it in low range it does not like going forward then reverse then forward very much. it is also much harder to steer unless you really need to work on upper body and back muscles. In high range it is...
  12. tommys2patrick

    How to remove the Fuel Shutoff Rod on the IP

    As a cautionary note, most otc spray carb cleaners are pretty harsh on things like O rings and rubber seals and gaskets. If used, afterwards its best to clean/rinse with the fuel your using that is normally in contact with these parts. Not always easy to do unless you completely disassemble...
  13. tommys2patrick

    Hello from northern Minnesota

    Howdy and welcome from Colorado! My herd keeps growing as well. Its challenging and rewarding though.
  14. tommys2patrick

    Moisture in brake system

    Thanks Rustystud. Always value your opinion. Guess I will start checking into a modern airdryer upgrade. Air is pretty dry up here in the mountains so its probably not a giant problem so far.
  15. tommys2patrick

    Moisture in brake system

    What are your thoughts about the alcohol bottle hooked to the compressor on a deuce? Not worth getting back to working condition? I drain my tanks and the fluid is usually clear, sometimes a tiny amount of black fluid included. Hardly enough to stain the driveway.
  16. tommys2patrick

    Rat Fink M985

    H@#% Yes!!! Rat Fink forever! I would say the artist nailed it. If posters go up for sale please post something here so we have an opportunity to exchange some cash for cool!
  17. tommys2patrick

    Won't go into 2nd gear.

    also, can you take a magnet past the gear cluster into the bottom of the tranny case and check for foreign material. something may be laying down there you can't see from above. Tranny fluid is not so expensive that you can't just change it out. drain it into something that lets you look at...
  18. tommys2patrick

    Won't go into 2nd gear.

    does the shift issue stay the same whether the Transfer case is in high or low range? I assume the test you did with tranny cover off, when you saw 2nd engaging, was with engine off? Can you up-shift from 1st to 2nd in high range transfer and then into 3rd with engine on and moving forward?
  19. tommys2patrick

    New Member in Daytona Beach FL

    Howdy from Colorado and welcome! Nice looking rig. Not familiar with the front wheels. Can you tell us about them? Has the deuce bed been shortened?
  20. tommys2patrick

    passenger side 5 gallon fuel can installation.

    ​Another fine job! Any interference after lowering the can mount in accessing the battery tray?
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