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Checked the brake fluid and put the cargo cover on. Did an roll under and checked the front axle boots. Adjusted the mirrors and got everything ready to license the girl next week. I love the deuce.
I am running a Hobart 187 and can weld 1/4 inch all day. If I am butt welding and am really concerned about strength I will either make a pass on each side or bevel the edges a little. If you are serious about welding much 3/8 inch I would go for the 210. I have never used a spool gun and...
Fyredan,
I know how you feel. Though I have not been in the military I have been around military personnel all my life and have a great respect for those who serve our country. One of the reasons I have my deuce is because of the history involved with the truck. It is a constant reminder of...
I'd be careful saying "All weigh stations are commercial only". The one weigh station I passed in Nebraska while I was towing my deuce home stated very plainly that pickups towing trailers must stop. States may have different laws. That was the only weigh station I had to stop at on that trip...
Carnac,
I would like any info you can get on this deuce, particularly the year. Thanks in advance.
M35A2 WO/W
VIN 04N06770052517051
Registration # Unknown
NSN 23200771616
Purchased at Camp Dodge IA
Thanks again.
I am sometimes an ninny :-). I knew it was on the passengers side data plate but thanks for the information about it being on the frame and other possible locations. This forum is great!
I recovered my deuce last week and have been going through it looking for things that need work. I am very happy that the only issue I have found thus far are a small air leak, a non functional drivers windshield wiper, and the drivers seat adjustment needs some attention. The girl is in great...
At this point I want to get it in top shape before I plan changes. Any plans to make changes will come later on so the short answer is I am not planning on changing the turbo any time soon.
She will be getting a detailed going over in the next few months. I don't mind a little seepage but she will have no outright leaks when I am done. Thanks for noticing.
And thanks to all for you comments.