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I think he's starting his own empire on his side of town.

I don't like doctors either. I think my first one was Dr. Seuss.

Rick, I hated the Grinch when I was a kid (because he scared me). Are you trying to mess with me?

I agree with wheelspinner, Its worth what you want to pay. I bought my 1009 as a beater for $2,500 back in 2011 but started to fix it up because I love that truck so much. With all the military accessories I added, I now have about $5,000 in it and it sits in the front driveway just for show...

Sounds like your son is not telling you the whole story. How much mudding did he do? How deep in the mud did he get? Was he racing the engine while stuck? It could be a simple thing or multiple of things causing the issues.

As Tinstar noted about your brake fluid leak. If you go back to your photos you posted of your 1009 you can see the leak on your inner fender. This is most likely your source of the oily spots on your tailgate. You also may want to look on the back side of your front differential, the photo...

Not all true. Mine apparently only leaked while running and under pressure. I never had hard starting issues, that's why when I saw the drips in the driveway I assumed it was oil.

Sometimes they just don't get it!

I would have bet the farm on an oil leak in mine but like cpf240 says, mine was leaking fuel from a cracked fuel line nut at the injector pump. Very common problem with old lines and all that vibration.

You should of saved it. That herniated tire would of given you better traction in the mud bogs.

Are all your next door neighbors running to your homeowners association yet? I bet you gained a lot of (what is he up to now) and (I wonder if he's going to ride those at 2 in the morning)

Nice looking job and a great way to repurpose an old trailer. How is the balance on the trailer nose working out? You may have to add a few leg supports.

im having surge brake issues when i hit bumps or have a heavy load in the trailer What type of issues are you having? If the trailer brakes lock up and release (usually in rapid succession) when your slowing down it may be the small shock inside the surge brake is worn out.

Isn't there a sticker saying they are emissions exempt? I believe there is a thread about the same subject.

Those big tires on the 1101 take 15 lbs. If you put 40-45 lbs. you will bounce it off the ground and hit the power wires above.

Rick, Time to give your camera a bath. Its always snowing when you take your photos. Its looking good, your buddy is going to have a great truck when you finish

Welcome from Otsego County; There is plenty of M35s out there to be had. They come across this site quite often. Just keep your eye on the classified section and you will find what your looking for. Try wheelspinner, he has a nice duce for sale in North Carolina. He Use to live in Oneida county...

Welcome back TankGrl, I see you took the plunge and bought the 1009. Now the fun has started, take your time and repair as you go. You will gain a lot of insight and help on this site, but most important of all just have fun.

Welcome back and thank you for your service. If the end of the world is coming, you may want to stay in another 4 years.

Rick, I hope this doesn't change your ways with us paying customers. Your parts, service, and advice will always be of value to the rest of us.