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There are several threads in this link related to your problem .
CUCV Helpful ThreadsAs you have spare time it is a good idea for every new CUCV owner to read all the threads in the link provided and get
know and understand your truck.
California requires triler brakes on trailers weighing 1500 pounds and over. You can either change the axle as mentioned in this thread , find a M105A3 surge brake assembly or add a electric over hydraulic brake actuator.
link for trailer brake laws by state...
It is pretty obvious what ever burnt is in the column if the smoke was coming out of it . The only way to find out what burnt is to open it up , but my guess is you going to be replacing the turn signal switch and wires in the column .
Sounds like a problem with the blinker control switch in the steering column or a short in wires inside the column.
Most likely the switch since they don't come on without the brakes pushed.
Edit; is the blackout light switch in the service position ?
How did you check the grounds ?
Did you take them apart and clean them or just look at them?
A little more detail in how you checked each part would help.
Do the blinkers light without the brakes pushed?
Most any of the vendors that advertise on this site ,e-pay , napa.
Google the part number from the parts TM and it should give you several options.
Not knowing which model 5 ton that's close as I can get .
Googling " brake light switch for M??? " should get you some results (fill in your M...
So do you have a problem with bad rings or worn valve guides ?
Not much information in your post as to why you would want to use them .
They are a temporary fix at best .
Welcome , they do not dump from the factory . Do some searching of the deuce and deuce modding forums , there are many threads on converting to a dump . The dropside deuce is a M35A2C. With only a 12 foot bed I don't know how well it will work for a car hauler , with the bed height even really...
Some of your questions may be answered in these threads.
Moving the tandem axles.
Removing the spacer between the bed and frame.
Hydraulic fuses for brakes
Texas allows bonded titles , if he can't get it titled in Texas that would be a big red flag on buying it . Offer to split the cost with him to title it before you buy it.
I'm not familiar with this trailer but it should be covered in the operators TM. It's a variant of the M1101 so this tm should provide you the information you need .
TM9-2330-392-14P.pdf
TM9-2330-392-14P Operators, Unit and direct support and maintenance manual for M1101 series trailers.
It...
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