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Something else that will be addressed in the future is habitat "sway". I don't know if it's the captured spring mounts or just the truck shocks but you can REALLY get the M1079 box a rockin' with a couple of strippers in there. I'm thinking some simple stabilizer legs on each corner that...

Yep. One thing I always loved about the M1078 was the view from the back. Even having purchased my first one with the intent to do an RV conversion, after just a couple beach trips I decided that I'd need the M1082 trailer once I replaced the cargo bed with a camper. The added storage space...

Yeah, just because I have it in the habitat doesn't mean I don't want some version of it on the trailer. Redundancy is good (to include inside/outside cooking). While the trailer is only for beach outings and won't be following me on longer hauls, the vast majority of my outings are on the...

Nothing on paper. Just a folder full of ideas at this point:

The issue with anything on the rear wall is that I'm functionality on retaining both doors. I left the shower just small enough to allow a 48" pallet to be slid in just in case. While I haul most big stuff via trailer, I can still make a freight run to a depot of pick up materials from Lowes...

That said, cleaning fish or game can make a big mess and I plan another 55 gallons of fresh water on the trailer (with a sink as well as a spigot for hosing stuff down). I've been using Jerry cans and it just wastes too much water. So when I add the pull-out bar-b-que pit to the trailer it...

That would almost fit in the spot (but I only have 14" between shower and door) . I looked at a couple folding sinks (I'd like to have one at the food prep station on the trailer when it comes). But they get pretty expensive. The shower and head are separate. And while I was originally going...

Got the habitat gutted. Ready to tear into the electric. Testing some stains and sealants. I think it's gonna be a bit too much with the floors, sliding doors. It was supposed to be white and if I don't like this I can paint it (where if it were painted, stripping it back to natural would be...

Discussions and pics of key blanks used, etc: https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/fmtv-door-key.152582/ https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/lmtv-door-lock-key.140892/ https://www.steelsoldiers.com/threads/fmtv-door-handle-lock-how-to-make-keys-or-have-the-proper-ones-made.116926/...

There's a thread. Somewhere. I think my locksmith said it was a Volvo key of some sort, but he had one (years ago when I had my first A0). Keep in mind that the A0/A1 are different from the Trimark used in the A1R *btw: I was warned that ALL A1R trucks use the same key, so A1R guys might...

Oh mine has a 12v leak somewhere, trust me. If I forget to throw the disconnect it will suck it dry after a few days. Been this way since I brought it home. But I'll run thru what you guys suggest, Thanks as usual !

I may go ahead and use this on the walls. At least it's real wood paneling. I used it for the sliding doors under the bed and as a front facial for the kitchen counter. I'll paint it white (I've got plenty of natural wood already between the flooring and the cabinet faces, sliding doors...

The weather has cleared and I'm back at it in the morning. No wind, temps in the 90's, 98% humidity, and mosquitos are already sortieing their attacks. I'm at a point where I have to make a call that will add a good chunk of expense I was trying to avoid, but I know I'll regret not doing it...

I've had this issue since I got the A1R. All of my LMTVs were converted to dual battey as soon as they came into my possession. And I pretty religiously throw my battery disconnect every night. I've had no 12v vampiric drain issues as a result. If I forget and leave the batteries hot, after...

Preaching to the choir. Hence the name of the truck... :)

Here's how I'm going to try the hot water loop to the shower. Originally I was going to add a solenoid-controlled diverter valve, but I don't think it necessary. With the faucet closed and the loop pump running, the water will only have one way to go so the diverter shouldn't be needed. I...

For the near future, yes. It's registered as "former military" so I'm keeping the theme. I may or may not be able to register it as an RV in Texas at a later date. If I can, I may eventually go with another color scheme. But for now it will retain the camo. I almost picked up paint the...

I've read a few comments from LMTV owners about noticing control/skid issues in the rear while driving on ice that were not present before installing their rear lockers (sounded like they were describing unexpected "spinout"). Granted, big heavy trucks on ice are a handful, but I don't like...

That's more along the lines of my thinking. But I admittedly don't know what's possible and what's not. I've built sand cars and desert pre-runners but my LMTVs have been my first introduction to air brakes. When GeoPen mentioned this in a sort of "wouldn't if be cool if" sorta way, I...