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  1. steelandcanvas

    m 105 bow removal questions

    There was a thread on this same subject about a week or two ago.
  2. steelandcanvas

    crank pulley wobbling

    Replaced with new or used? If new, it doesn't sound like it was put on correctly.
  3. steelandcanvas

    sirens

    A siren wouldn't be the last thing I'd want to hear being the driver of a rice-burning wheel chock. A Nathan train horn might be effective though.
  4. steelandcanvas

    M105A2 with some differences

    FYI: That trailer weighs it at almost 2700 pounds, that doesn't provide for a lot of cargo weight with a 3K pound GVW requirement for brakes.
  5. steelandcanvas

    Downshifting question

    Wow, don't sugar-coat it, tell us how you really feel.
  6. steelandcanvas

    Here to learn from Huntington Beach

    Welcome from the Plains of Colorado! Peruse the Classifieds, a 109 will come up occasionally. Nice to hear you get into the TM's...they are an invaluable resource when it comes to finding information on your (future) vehicle! Enjoy the Forum and the banter that goes along with it!
  7. steelandcanvas

    Newbie Mistake

    Just so you don't do that again, get some red electrical tape and put a few wraps around the positive cable. The red tape can be found at the big box DIY stores.
  8. steelandcanvas

    New MV m886 1977

    They make a roof sealant for RV's, comes in silver or white, might work in your application. White would definitely reduce the inside temperature of the box. I can't tell but did you leave the original 16.5 wheels on, or go to 16's? Nice job! Want to paint mine?
  9. steelandcanvas

    M886 NOS rear doors

    We could definitely use a shot of the doors.
  10. steelandcanvas

    Newbie to this forum and Mil Veh ownership

    Welcome from the Plains of Colorado! You sound as though you have a lot of excitement for your new found project. Keep coming back, you'll be in good hands! We'll help you the best we can, lots of good information here and a lot of MV brainyacs!
  11. steelandcanvas

    Finally - a bar in the deuce cab!

    Could better access been accomplished by removing the glove box? Nice job! You are correct about nothing to hang on to when entering from the shotgun side, one of the BossLady's biggest complaints.
  12. steelandcanvas

    Pattern for compressor wrench

    I don't have a problem with paying someone who took the time and initiative to produce a part or tool. I bought that same tool from a SS Member a few years back, the fabrication was flawless. I'm sure he had to purchase one to get the pattern to make the tools he sold. There is a lot of "Pay it...
  13. steelandcanvas

    Pyro gauge install

    The Hewitt Industries unit is self powered and the manufacturer will provide 24 LED lighting upon request. You can also select different dial background and LED colors. I chose a black dial with white numerals and red LED backlighting, to mimic the Deuce's OEM gauges.
  14. steelandcanvas

    Battery's not Staying charged

    Hey Josh, use some punctuation in your posts. It will make them a little easier to read.
  15. steelandcanvas

    Battery's not Staying charged

    Have you done a load test or checked the specific gravity of the electrolyte?
  16. steelandcanvas

    Antifreeze on top of head

    Are the bolts to the water passages torqued to the proper specs?
  17. steelandcanvas

    Strange Exhaust Arrangement 003A

    Thanks WM, that's the best explaination yet.
  18. steelandcanvas

    Disk brake conversion

    Nah, Carnac and his powers helped.
  19. steelandcanvas

    Disk brake conversion

    "Deuce Disk Brakes" brought up about 564 hits. Lots of good information in those threads.
  20. steelandcanvas

    Join my North Texas Military Vehicle Collector Club PLEASE!!

    You might want to PM Jim Waldrep for an answer to your question.
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