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  1. nickd

    Replacing fuel pump on 264A5

    It is not that as difficult as it looks to replace the fuel pump. Using 1/4" drive sockets and universal joints and extensions I have been able to replace the fuel pump by removing the carburetor. You will need to modify wrenches or use a crows foot wrench to remove the fuel line(s) from the...
  2. nickd

    Aberdeen 2013 pictures

    Anyone have pictures or comments to post?
  3. nickd

    how do you remove carberator on M274

    Skeeter, To remove the caarburetor from the intake manifold, you have 2 choices. Disconnect the heat riser tubes between the intake manifold and the exhaust manifold and remove the carburetor and the intake manifold together or modify a 1/2" wrench to fit the lower nut. I wrote...
  4. nickd

    Apppels hmmwv project

    looking good John!
  5. nickd

    Putting cucv engine into a hmmwv ?

    John, Will there be pictures of the install? Nick
  6. nickd

    m998 bumper extension

    Setoyota, The hitch is not a big deal to move, pull the cotter pin, remove the big castle nut and pull it from its original position and reinstall with the thicker backing piece with the grease zerk on it. There are 2 types of hitch backing plates that I know of. The thinner...
  7. nickd

    Helmet top installation

    Vitamink and anyone else inerested, the top cost $650.00 not including the 8 hour round trip to pick it up in Norfolk Va. Half of the fun was the adventure to pick it up and then figuring out how to put it on the M998 by myself once I got it home. If I remember correctly the cost to uncle was...
  8. nickd

    Helmet top installation

    A few months ago I ventured to Norfolk to pick up one of the Ametek fiberglass helmet tops. I built a plywood deck on the top of the 1102 trailer and pulled it with my f150. The trip went well. The Navy happened to be moving a carrier out to sea while I was on the bay bridge and tunnnel...
  9. nickd

    new front bumper

    I installed one of the new push bumpers on the M998. Here are the before and after pictures.
  10. nickd

    m998 bumper extension

    I found a take off rear bumper extension for my M998. It is not required to tow the 1102 series trailers with the rear mounted spare tire carrier but is needed to tow some of the other military trailers outfitted with surge brakes. The tire is in the way when towing the other style trailers...
  11. nickd

    pick up in richmond va?

    Has anyone had experience picking up a vehicle at the Defense Supply Depot in Richmond? Please share your experience. Thanks, Nick
  12. nickd

    Appels Md/Pa SS fall gathering.

    John, Thanks for hosting a great event. The projectile catcher was outstanding. Thanks for posting the picture of my M998. Looking forward to the spring event. Nick
  13. nickd

    M37 in tow

    Thanks Ferro!
  14. nickd

    M37 in tow

    The M37 tracked well belhind the M998. No problems with the turns. The tow bar is a military medium tow bar. I used it once to haul my deuce out of the pines when the steering box broke. I always carried a tow bar on the front bumper of my deuce. I have one of the military tow bars designed for...
  15. nickd

    M37 in tow

    Here is a picture of my M998 towing Willies M37 to the shop to fix a stuck valve in the engine. Went about 15 miles of local road driving used the medium tow bar and the LED light bar on the back of the cab for signals. Willie removed the bed for repairs while the truck was in the shop.
  16. nickd

    Where can I find a HMMWV hood?

    You can try Jim Henry. He is at 623 Concord road Albemarle NC. 28001 He does not use the net but you can call him at 704 983 5940. Another option a lot further away is TNJ Murray in Dover Delaware toll free 866 736 1790. Either one should have something for your friend. good luck Nick D
  17. nickd

    PLL For M998

    Based on my experience, here is a list: air filter fuel filter oil filter transmission filter half shaft boots (both ends) spare headlights spare turn signal lamps oil seals for the wheels drive shaft U joints Glow plugs and glow plug controller electronic control box (brain) signal flasher unit...
  18. nickd

    jerry can rack..where to buy cans?

    GO WITH THE NEWER PLASTIC CANS! No rust no fuss. Contact emmando22 on this site. He has them along with the plastic spouts and wrench if you need one.
  19. nickd

    anyone need a TOW tripod?

    pm me
  20. nickd

    how to get a HMMWV for LEO

    The town manager in the town I frequent saw my HMMWV and was interested in one for the police force. I mentioned to him about the program to supply them to LEO's. I am looking for the information so the town can request one. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks, Nick
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