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    bobbed deuce with M105 bed

    Measure from front of trailer to center line of wheel well and add 2". Use that measurement for finding the center line of the axle by measuring from cab mount back. Cut 39" off frame.
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    M880 plow truck

    Looks great, but I would suggest making a bracket to mount the box to or it will end up in the floor and in the way all the time.
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    Hood Damage!

    The reason dents don't pop out perfectly is that they stretch the metal where the crease is. The way to pop out dents is to have someone push on the back side, near the crease while you tap the high spot at the crease down. This method works much better than just pushing and banging with a...
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    24v to 12v and problems!!!

    You have to remove the glow plug resistor and wire it straight through. There is a detailed explanation with photos right here http://www.roscommonequipmentcenter.com/news_notes/nn10.pdf
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    Anyone using this battery?

    I get the biggest battery that Wal-mart sells and put it in. Works fine.
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    6.2 not getting oil to the top end

    I would not rev it to see if it would blow loose. The oil is pumped to the upper end via oil passages drilled through the block to the lifters, up the hollow push rods, and onto the rocker arms. First, make sure you have fresh oil. Then take the push rods out and see if they are clogged...
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    Probably a dumb newby ? but here goes

    The 5.9 Cummins is an excellent choice for the deuce or 5 ton, especially one out of a bus. You can easily cut the engine weight in half and double your power.
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    non turbo to turbo

    I would bet that the answer is yes, but the turbo manufacturer would be the best person to ask.
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    Starter Problems. Not so happy holidays so far :(

    Take the solenoid off and see how far the starter gear will go out. Something doesn't look right to me.
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    6.2L Winter starting issues/strategies

    I would get a block heater and battery maintainer and keep it plugged in if you use it regularly.
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    Winter storage ,keep the critters out of the cab.

    The early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese.
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    Kicked out of my own driveway!

    The best place to get legal advice is from a lawyer.
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    Newbie to the deuce world.

    The multifuels were all upgraded in the mid 80's and most were rebuilt at that time. The mileage on the odometer and the hour meter are for all practical purposes, worthless for determining wear and condition.
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    M44 Deuce Question

    I live just east of Nashville and have a M35A2C bed for sale CHEAP! Send me a PM if you are interested.
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    Newbie to the deuce world.

    Brighton on Tipton or Lincoln County? I am in Lebanon, just east of Nashville. There were three manufacturers of the multifuel engine, Continental, White, and Hercules. All were made to exacting military specs so that all parts would interchange. Look for leaks in the tranny, engine...
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    tires in east tennessee?

    Try Berg tires in North Carolina. There is a guy on ebay out of Wisconsin who sells them, too. Shipping is not bad.
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    newby

    Rust free in Minnesota? Good find!
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    Winch Cable Repair - Need to remove ~ 14 Ft

    The cable is attached with a wedge that screws into the tubular holey thingy. It is meant for one usage.
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    CUCV Rebuild service?

    Yes.
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