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  1. jpinst

    Oceanside

    Does anybody know where the GL lot in Oceanside is? I am sure its on the Cam Pendleton base, but where/ I can get on the base anytime and want to go have a look at something on my way home from drill Thanks!
  2. jpinst

    ***Fraud Warning***

    Do not buy any british Clansman Radios or other gear from a guy who goes by the name tacticall-x-hire on ebay. I am out $1400 because I sent it to him and received nothing. Here is how the scam works. You buy radios legitimately off ebay. Then he contacts you and sends you to a link and tells...
  3. jpinst

    My M1078 LMTV Project

    I have been posting some questions/comments related to my LMTV. Here are some photos so you can see what is going on.
  4. jpinst

    Company making commercial LMTV Truck

    A link was posted once on SS to a company that is manufacturing a commercial vernon of the M1078 LMTV. I am not talking about the hot rod version, but a purely identical LMTV for commercial use. I cannot for the life of me find the link. Does anybody know who this company is? Thanks!
  5. jpinst

    Model year on Reconditioned MK48's

    I have a reconditioned MK48. I can see on the reconditioning plate that it was done in 2008. However, all the other plates have blanks for "date of manufacture."GL did not list a date on the sale invoice or web listing. How can I find out the true date of manufacture? The plan is to register...
  6. jpinst

    MK-48 FPU Batteries and seats

    I got my MK48 FPU but the seats and cushions are torn to threads. Although they are no duce seats, the cushions kind of look like HMMWV seats. Does anybody know what common trucks takes the same kind of seat cushions? The seats themselves are mechanically fine. On another note, the batteries...
  7. jpinst

    Wrecker company to help load in Albany, GA?

    Does anybody know of a wrecker company or somebody who can help load an MK17 RBU in Albany GA?
  8. jpinst

    MK-17 from Albany, GA to SOCAL

    I need to move an MK-17 Rear Body Unit fromMCLD Albany, GA to Costa Mesa, VA 92626. If anybody has any ideas or recommendations i would appreciate it. Got one OUTRAGEOUS bid already, and need to get it out of there by June 15. Thanks!
  9. jpinst

    Marine Corps Logistics Station, Barstow CA

    Looking for members who have been to MCLS Barstow, Does anybody know if one could get into the DRMO/GL area to view some things with a valid, current mil ID? Seems the lot manager is MIA with a full mailbox…..looking for a workaround
  10. jpinst

    Chinese Dong Feng HMMWV's from Hong Kong Open House

    Took a few shots last week at the PLA open house in Hong Kong. Looks more luxurious than our GI HMMWV's on the inside. I have pics of other vehicles. Let me know if you are interested and I will post more.
  11. jpinst

    Interesting article on HMMWV recapitalization

    Uncertain Path Ahead For Military Truck Fleet HMMWV's stand to be around for a while longer it seems.
  12. jpinst

    Looks like HMMWV's are going to be in use for a long time to come....

    Judging from this bit of information I stumbled upon, it looks like the recapitalization program is going to keep HKWv's in use by the military for a long time to come. It makes since, as they do need a general purpose logistics truck that is unarmored, or lightly armored and air transportable...
  13. jpinst

    M35A3 steering wheel play

    I have an M35a3 with only 5000mi on it. However, the steering wheel seems to have way to much play. I tried to tighten up the linkage but i think I may have been on the wrong bolt. Any ideas on how to fix this? Thanks in advance
  14. jpinst

    M35 cab fan

    I am planning a 400+ mile road trip in the m35a3 (soft top) and I bought a 24 volt small fan that is supposed to be used in the cabs, since I have no A/C. Have you guys every mounted these? Where is the best place to mount it. I was think i could make a bracket and mount it on the upper right...
  15. jpinst

    M35a3 Brake fluid

    What kind of brake fluid are you guys running in your M35a3's and which seems better? Thanks in advance
  16. jpinst

    Back in the market for a HEMTT

    I am once again looking for a HEMTT...I know they are around in various condition, but just not so much that they are easy to find. Somebody once mentioned a place called Teds trucks, and said they have some. If anybody knows anything, I would appreciate the information. Thanks!
  17. jpinst

    New paint Job!

    Here we go, my dad and I have been working on this for 14 months, trying to get it ready in time for the Independence day parade, where it will be the escort vehicle for my M35a3, which is scheduled to carry Vietnam Vets from the Long Beach VA. This means a lot to me as a serving member...
  18. jpinst

    M1151 Paint scheme TM/Pdf

    I am about ready to paint my M1151 clone (basic armor is still not on yet) in a woodland camo scheme and i was wondering if there exists an M1151 Paint scheme TM/Pdf? I have one for the M998 but they were painted woodland camo with a different pattern. I have lots of photos from online, but...
  19. jpinst

    John Hollingsworth generator NSN 6115-01-234-6545

    I have this generator and I am looking for some TM's for it. I have no idea how to work it, and want to be safe as well. Any ideas on where i can get some TM's? Thanks in advance Dean
  20. jpinst

    Chinese HEMTT?

    Should we believe that imitation is flattery? China Cool Military--the larest information of Chinese PLA: Chinese Military Truck Maker released new logistic vehicles
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