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Quick question- Was there ever an interior rear view mirror on windshield center post of pre-M939 5 tons and maybe deuces? There are two screw holes on the center post right where a mirror would be mounted but I can't find a part number or any mention in the TM's. For some reason, I have a...

I did run through the search function and didn't find what I was looking for...not exactly, anyway. Symptoms on a '71 M813: I seem to have a fair bit of vibration at idle, just sitting. The vibration is everywhere. The tailgate rattles, body panels rattle, the tool box lid rattles, the cab...

Before we get started, I did read the -20 TM and the procedures provided (and illustrated) are for using a mega floor jack, not bottle jacks. Most people here seem to use bottle jacks except for hardcore professional types. I also searched the archives but as usual, my search key words and...

Scrounger burned an entire Saturday (the first DRY weekend in 3 weeks) to drive out of his way to provide me with an orientation on my M813, and school me on a lot of helpful tips and safety. If you want new folks to pick up the hobby and carry on, a bit of mentoring the way Scrounger did, is a...

Harbor Freight is having a 20% off sale for the next 3 days. I'm looking at a 12 ton air-over-hydraulic jack and 12 ton jack stands, which in theory, could support the entire truck in the air, plus one more ton. Is this adequate or do I really need 20 ton jacks and stands? I will not be...

I found plenty of info on build numbers for deuces but not much for other trucks. The system is similar, I just need a nudge here. This link kind of explains how the numbers work but doesn't list the codes for 5 tons...

Yes, I searched the archives. Lots of CTIS information and info about mounting tires but not exactly what I'm looking for. Simple enough question- On a NON-CTIS vehicle, with a tire that has already been mounted with the split lock ring and inflated to full pressure but has slowly lost...

Following advice given here, I performed a coolant test today, using test strips. The kit says it measures freeze point, nitrites and Ph. I opened the drain cock at the bottom of the radiator and a pure black fluid resembling engine oil drained out. After swearing a few choice words, I calmed...

The 5 ton sub-forum is seriously lacking in love for the old 809 series. The 900s are getting all the glory. :wink: Seriously though, I run a fix-it thread not just to show others what I'm going, but to help me keep my thoughts and processes straight and to document what I'm doing for my own...

Since the VIN thread is closed and one didn't get started for 2018, I'll just drop this here. Mods please move if appropriate. Some of you may have seen the big NJ Army National Guard "You can too!" sign on the back of my truck. The rear bumpers also show NJ-41. Well, the NJ Guard painted over...

I'm forming up the list of belts, fluids, , hoses, filters etc. to perform deferred maintenance on an M813. I'm new to buying such large quantities of fluids. When buying in bulk like this, do you guys have any preferred vendors (especially engine oil)? It would seem that strolling into the...

General question, but insight from Marylanders would be appreciated. Do you guys experience fuel turning to gel during the winter? Do you put an additive in your fuel or mix kerosene or something else? Do your local fuel stations sell a "winter blend" of diesel? Maryland isn't the coldest...

I viewed a 5 ton that I like, yesterday. Needs a little work, but seems like a solid foundation to begin on. Next step is have the seller take me for a short test drive to check out a few things before I hand over the cash.

So today, I learned about split ring wheels. A co-worker treated me to Youtube videos of actual human beings being killed by exploding tires. Gruesome. As I peruse photos of many 2.5 and 5 ton trucks, I see the split ring on the wheels. My understanding, is that nowadays, you put the whole...

Just a quick and easy question- I see the Sticky post for the G749 Parts List, which is great but that doesn't mean that these parts are readily available. What is parts availability like for these vehicles? The M211 often came with the automatic transmission and that freaks me out a little...

Has anyone here purchased a truck that wasn't quite safe to drive home, and shipped it? Who did you use? What might it cost? I'm looking at an M35A2 that runs and drives but I don't necessarily trust the brakes to drive it home to Annapolis from PA.

Hey all, I joined because I'm shopping for a truck. I have a few leads that I'm following up and I'll post here when I have questions or need help. I served more than half of my career in submarines and the other half was spent in a coastal warfare unit where I was licensed on HMMWVs, 2.5t and...