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  1. 6x6guy

    the deuce shirt design for us deuce loves i need feed back!!!

    Yes, I would have to agree with the majority- the winch has that certain appeal.
  2. 6x6guy

    Wis DOT v. ex-military vehicles - AB-592

    Hey Dave, since us Illinois guys like to use your state as our back yard because the roads are better, and I realy like hanging out in Iola -what can I or we do to help you guys out john.
  3. 6x6guy

    Warming up w/ charcoal?

    Your batteries might be putting out 12.2 volts but you need to obtain a load meter to determine if one or both of your batteries are sufficient to start you diesel engine, 1) good battery will not start your truck, check the battery connections first. :roll:
  4. 6x6guy

    Cost of sandblasting?

    Been doing it for awhile, I own a large compressor or you can rent one from any rental shop with a sand blaster, invest into a protective mask and coveralls and a good mask and stay up wind, oh yea place a tarp under your work area to reuse your blasting material, It can save you a lot of money-...
  5. 6x6guy

    Steelsoldiers.com survey

    No nothing here.
  6. 6x6guy

    40,000# winch on deuce?

    Just add a snatch block to double the power of your winch :roll:.
  7. 6x6guy

    How to get a 2.5 home?

    Don't forget to bring a lot of parts, and somebody with mechanic ability or you'll need contact numbers of towing company's in the area depending on where you break down. And if its to far to tow back, find a storage yard nearby- you can return at a later time with the right parts to fix your...
  8. 6x6guy

    How do you mark your bumper?

    After some thought it came to me, what would prevent me from getting a ticket and also gives me a all access pass for roadblocks for ERS ( emergency relocation situation) and also 1 of the units I served in 933MP co 33RD BRIGADE.
  9. 6x6guy

    Northern Illinois "get together"

    Jason, When a group of us who live in the nothern Illinois area that where at Knob Creek in the mud and slide camping area, had really wanted to attend the closer venue, but we still had one heck of a good time any way ( this time we almost got kicked out only once - two or more times are more...
  10. 6x6guy

    How much have you spent with GL?

    Keeping track of what I've spent, or fixed up what was purchased from Government Liquidation. The cost of transportation, the dealing and trading of parts, including buying stuff that looked cool and for what reason I'm not still sure of -and to this day still can't figure out why I bought some...
  11. 6x6guy

    Wisconsin to MD recovery Contacts needed

    If you need any assistance I have a shop and parts in the Northern Illinois area if you need any help. LOL John.
  12. 6x6guy

    Events in Illinois

    OK- what did I miss :roll:
  13. 6x6guy

    New From Illinois with a Generator question

    Welcome to the motley crew, a wealth of information, and a lots of hands on experience- looks like a 1.5K, I have a few of of them laying about and couple of extra motors. :roll:
  14. 6x6guy

    Deuce add ons

    Duel brake system - could save a life, when your brake system fails Mount a tow bar - when you brake down Hard top - keeps out the noise from the exhaust 12 volt system- for accessories Off road light system - light up your path Backup lights & alarm - light for rear loading, and let...
  15. 6x6guy

    I wonder why they pulled all the m35a2s

    When going down I 65 to the Creek, I saw at least 12 brand new HEMITTS going North, maybe something to due with a recall I saw something about Oshkosh on some web site, ( problems with the fuel mixture affecting the performance of the new units at higher altitude - not dependable and were not...
  16. 6x6guy

    Northern Illinois "get together"

    Due to a conflict in scheduling- sorry guys Knob Creek wins every time, not even family function's are planed during this week, a group of us- SS members have been going for years and wouldn't miss it for any thing- you should try it at least once, and maybe you will get hooked like I am, well...
  17. 6x6guy

    Northern Illinois "get together"

    Well it wouldn't be the first time a couple of members got together in a parking lot nor do I think it would be the last time, at least personally for me. :-D
  18. 6x6guy

    Striping down 2) m35 & 2)m109 for parts

    Sorry single brake system only, old school stuff.
  19. 6x6guy

    Striping down 2) m35 & 2)m109 for parts

    Do you also need the front springs, frame hangers, U bolts, and axle/spring plates. The other parts I have, starting to strip another M35 this week. 847-541-0054 John
  20. 6x6guy

    If my deuce can't be camo, what color???

    Have you ever considered a digital pattern, seen it on clothes but on a duce- definitely would be different and unique. LOL
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