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    Deuce Fluids-What do you run?

    After checking on who runs what in their tank, spent a little time searcing for other fluids. Besides Dot 5 - do you follow the TM with motor oil, anti-freeze and gear oil, or do you use the latest products?
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    M-530 B or M-530 C

    I was talking to another MV collector, keeping in touch, along with our friendly rivalry- on who has the more, and what (rare/unique). Well he now has not one, but two 530 C trucks! One O.D. and one Red. He was telling me the difference, as to the colors, and how he endend up with both. Also...
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    Transportation w/drop deck needed

    I am trying to help a friend retreive a vehicle. I have the equipment, but not the time. It's located in Oh. , and can be dropped in the Chicago area. I can load it from there. Send me a comm, for the details.
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    What would you do?

    I've been there & done that, when it comes to getting another vehicle, and checking it out. It's been awhile since getting a truck that has not run for some time. So, I want to know what else you would check, before starting it, and making it road worthy. Fluids & filters are a given. Then...
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    Battery cut off switch

    How many of you have installed one? Also, where (location), and what kind/model? (cheap-o, deluxe, lever or key)
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    Searching for Cooper NDT's

    I'm helping a friend who's looking for a set with very good to great tread /condition. You can send a message. Thanks
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    Air Horns: A pair & a spare

    I'm sure that some who own deuces have an extra horn, and that being a civilian one. Single or double. I am curious if anyone has put in another set of stock ones. Having four total. Also how it sounds- - is it louder, or does/would it interfere with the primary ones?
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    Convoy & Show August 1st

    There are some MVPA guy's going to this, which is N/W of Chicago. Not too far from the Wi. state line. I am waiting for more info. Any of you, that are not members going? It sounds like fun!
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    Illinois August 1

    Anyone bringing their m.v. to the show?
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    Military Vehicles in Northern Illinois

    Sun. 1 August is a big show for vehicles. There have been a lot of m.v.'s in the past years. I am passing the word (with more info. to follow) and give everyone a heads up, to have even more!
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    What would you do?

    I found another deuce. This has been "sitting" for years. What would you do, to get it running?
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    Transport Co. with flatbed needed

    It never fails. Some time ago there was a secton/post that listed a lot of the guys that hauled for a living. I never thought I would need one, until now. I tried to hunt for it, but no luck. I know one or two of you remember it. Any help would be greatfull.
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    CARC paint;how to remove-yet another question...

    I just picked up another truck, which was repainted, by the military. There are spots that you can pick off pieces, revealing the O.D. paint. I don't want to get into the job of sanding, getting the deluxe gear, etc. There are three other options: 1. Chemical/carc strip. This might take off the...
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    Flame Paint job

    O.K., I recall someone had posted a photo of their deuce, having flames. If it is yours, or you know who's it is, it would be nice to see it again. :-D Also, anyone has that has flames on their m.v.'s?
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    Events in Illinois

    Anybody going to the meets this Sunday and Monday night? I'm still getting the details, if you want to know. Those that might already, let me know.:-D
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    Parade & convoy in illinois

    Anyone in il., Wi. and In. interested in participating in the Chicago Columbus day parade October 12th and/or a toys for tots convoy to Lake County* October 18th, let me know. I have been invited, as it is an open invitation. So, I am posting this for all. More details (on the parade) to...
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    M530-Want to hear from you

    I was talking to another mv collector, and the subject got on mv's you don't see too often. We got to the M530, and between us, both being knowledgable came up with a lot. So, I want to hear from the guys that have them, and 1. if it's original (chassis/Body), 2. model (A,B or C), 3. year & make...
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    Wrecker wanted!!!!

    Looking for more of a project. Perfer running, and be road worthy. Must have boom, but working condition is not a factor. As well as missing boom parts; hook, cables, etc.
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    Midwest Events

    What are the upcoming events, and when are they? Vehicle, Surplus, or other?
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