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  1. ichudov

    Realistic "city use" payload of M927 extended wheelbase truck

    I have, in the last few years, been a very conservative and safe driver, driving 60 MPH when the speed limit is 55 MPH, my brakes on my pickup last for 80k miles etc. I am contemplating commercial use of a M927 truck to move various equipment, forklifts etc with the M927 that I bought (this...
  2. ichudov

    How do you use 12-volt semi trailers with M931A2 semi tractor?

    Dear denizens, how do you use 12v _semi_ trailers, with M931A2 _semi_ tractors that are 24v based? I need to run the lights only. Trailers are all airbrake based regular semi trailers. I am sure that there is some robust solution.
  3. ichudov

    Today's GL Winnings -- One M927 Truck and One M931A2 Tractor

    I won the following items: 1) M927 Truck in Indianapolis: http://www.govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=6298764 2) M931A2 Semi tractor in Sparta, WI: http://www.govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=6292728 I wanted to try to use both of them in my commercial activities of buying...
  4. ichudov

    Can I use this (my) semi trailer to recover those 5 tonners?

    Attached is a picture of my semi trailer (never mind the scrap). It is a beaver tail trailer. The tail hydraulically opens and lowers down, providing a ramp, maybe 15 degrees or so. It also has a winch. Can I use it to recover those 5 ton trucks and BMY semi tractors? They can just drive on...
  5. ichudov

    M925 uses commercial tires? What size?

    I am eyeing several M925 trucks with tires looking like they are regular commercial tires like on my other commercial trucks. What are they? 11R22.5 perhaps? thanks
  6. ichudov

    M923A1 use as a commercial vehicle?

    I am thinking quite seriously about buying an M923A1 ans use it as a commercial vehicle or perhaps to pull a heavy boat. (I buy and sell surplus equipment and have a semi, dump truck etc, so this would not be the first heavy vehicle for me) But I want to know some realities of owning one, so...
  7. ichudov

    M871 Semi Trailer for hauling scrap metal? How strong are stake sides?

    Hi guys, some of you may remember me, I created a website liberatedmanuals.com a few years ago. I have a "surplus business" and I mostly buy and sell industrial equipment. A part of that is that I buy scrap metal and scrap machines. I have a semi truck and a couple of semi trailers. I am...
  8. ichudov

    B-20 Biodiesel, Ultra low Sulfur diesel in old diesel engines, like military

    I stopped at the pump to buy some diesel fuel for my "welding shop on wheels" and home generator, and perhaps even for a Ford L9000 semi tractor that I still have to pick up from auction. I was slightly spooked by a sticker that said "B-20 biodiesel" up to 20% biological fluids. Plus itis low...
  9. ichudov

    Transporting a 5-ton 200 miles from base

    I sometimes get an itch to get a 5 ton or an M35, with some business justification also (moving surplus equipment, as my business is selling industrial surplus). The nearest base is Sparta, WI, and I am near Chicago, which is about 3.5 hour drive at the speed limit. If, hypothetically, I win...
  10. ichudov

    Welding shop on wheels

    I won this "Welding shop on wheels". A hobart diesel welder on a generator type trailer, with some cabinets. 4940 - Miscellaneous Maintenance Equipment at Government Liquidation I am wondering what is the civilian equivalent of this Hobart welder. Still wondering if it works. Gotta go...
  11. ichudov

    Can a Deuce be used as a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV)?

    I am thinking about using a M35A3 or A2 as a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV), to haul cargo and pull trailers in order to further my own commercial enterprise. (not to haul others cargo, something that I do not believe makes a lot of difference in the eyes of the law). I am aware that I need a...
  12. ichudov

    Are M917 dump trucks street legal and suitable for commercial use?

    I am wondering about something. If I look at M917 dump trucks from a PURELY UTILITARIAN perspective, completely disregarding their visual appeal: How suitable are they really for being used commercially as a surplus hauling vehicle and to pull trailers? Are they unreliable in real life use...
  13. ichudov

    MEP-005A weight w/o trailer

    Guys, I am confused by some NSN information that I am reading. What is the weight of a MEP-005A without trailer and without the load bank? i
  14. ichudov

    How to take out a PINTLE from a trailer?

    I have a trailer with a genset on it. I was trying to flip the pintle on it so that the lunette ring is a few inches lower. To that end, I unscrewed the nut, and then I tried to use the same nut to push the pintle out...
  15. ichudov

    Two prong NATO military slave plug?

    Where can I get a two prong slave plug for jump starting 24v military equipment?
  16. ichudov

    Oil filter NSN 2940-01-033-2780 CarQuest part number?

    This NSN is listed as a Deuce part too (oil filter). Does anyone know if I can buy its equivalent at CarQuest? what is the part number? thanks
  17. ichudov

    CarQuest or NAPA part numbers for MEP-006A oil filter?

    I need to find an oil filter for MEP-006A generator. NSN 2940-01-033-2780. It is for sale at various websites, but I need it yesterday, so I would like to know if anyone came up with a CarQuest part number for it. Here's the NSN webpage: NIIN/NSN report from IHS, The Source for Critical...
  18. ichudov

    Are Deuces really THAT reliable? (repost due to wrong forum)

    I was just wondering, if the hype about how reliable the Deuces are, is really warranted or not. I am not talking about abusing them, like driving in waist deep mud. I was thinking more about general use. Like, go to point A, pick up a bunch of hay, go to point B and unload hay, repeat. Do they...
  19. ichudov

    Applying Bedliner to M105A2?

    has any one tried applying professional bedliner to the inside/outside of M105A2?
  20. ichudov

    Fixed the "measured shot" ether system on MEP-006A

    :jumpin: :beer: A while ago I mentioned that my "measured shot" ether cold start system was not working. I worked on this some last night and fixed it. First I found out that it was a mechanical (as opposed to electrical) issue. If 24v is supplied to the valve, nothing would happen. I took...
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