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  1. combatmech

    CUCV Repair shops...Norfolk/Va Beach area...

    Howdy all, I'm on the hunt for a shop that knows CUCV's.....I have John Winslow's number....just wanted to check and see if anyone knew of any places in the Norfolk/Va Beach area before I have it towed out there.
  2. combatmech

    More electrical probs....

    aua Howdy all, replaced the 12v return wire to engine wiring harness block, the battery cable between #1 and #2 Batts....got in running and drove it around for at least two hours ( one or two stops for snacks and gas ) and everything was fine. Note: while troubleshooting, I disconnected the...
  3. combatmech

    Running on Batteries....

    Howdy all, I am stumped.....aua New batteris, reworked alternators. It starts and runs like a champ. after about 20 min, the lights go dim, seatbelt light comes on....turn the truck off, try it again and no start. Not getting any indication that the Gen's arent doing their job ( cept just...
  4. combatmech

    Alternator overhaul Norfolk/Va Beach area

    Anyone out there know of a good alternator shop in the Norfolk/Va Beach area?? Or anyone out there have two good alternators for an 85 M1009 for sale?
  5. combatmech

    M1009 No start

    Howdy all, Had been driving the truck for the last week with no problems. Let it sit for a week or so and it still cranks right up. Changed a battery prior to having this problem. When you turn the key to start, the wait light does not go out at all. When you crank the engine, it makes a...
  6. combatmech

    CUCV II's

    Howdy all, Saw a CUCV II for sale in Dallas....it's sold. Are these vehicles rare on the civilian market?? I have seen two on eBay over the past year or so......
  7. combatmech

    Front bumpers....

    Howdy again all, My front bumper is in workable shape, I would however, like to change it. ( Maybe ) LMC does not carry the M1009 bumper with blackout light holes....Anyone know where I could get one??
  8. combatmech

    Brights lights....

    Howdy all, The last time I got the truck worked on, they found a headlight that wouldnt go bright. The headlights are old so I changed both. When I checked them...same thing....they run normal, but when you click the brights on, the LH headlight goes dim, the RH light goes bright. Side...
  9. combatmech

    Overdrive units....

    Howdy all, Looking for an overdrive unit for my M-1009. I looked at gear vendors, but I'm on a budget....Anyone know when I could get an overhauled unit??
  10. combatmech

    Rain leaks....

    Howdy all, I have a truck that seems to be leaking from several places. I changed out all the top seals, new tailgate window and interior panel seals....even applied RTV to some trouble spots....still leaks. Any suggestions would help.
  11. combatmech

    What is it???!?!?!

    Driving down the road the other day and something fell on my foot from under the dash.... Bosch part # 12033862 Small, black,.....not sure what it is or what it does. Everything on the truck still works. Looked under the steering colum and couldnt see where it came from....:?::?:
  12. combatmech

    Proper paint colors

    Howdy all... I'm about to start sanding, treating rust, and repainting. Is there a rattle-can OD green paint out there that isnt so dark?? I'm not sure about the final paint job.....My buddy suggested over all black with green tiger stripes. I kinda like it...something different. Any...
  13. combatmech

    New member and M1009 owner

    Howdy all, Just bought a M1009 blazer. Will start work on removing some rust and giving it a coat of OD green paint. Any tips would be helpful....
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