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Injector line finally arrived yesterday, so I swapped that out and this Deuce is running like a champ. So far I have unofficial approval from the wife, so its looking good. Just to aid in the planning...how does this rally work? I assume we bring everything to be self-sufficient (tent, food...

Before even trying to think what kind of spacer to use, you will need to get a tire that you want mounted up on a wheel you want to use. Then lay the tire flat on the floor and check the wheel mounting surface of the rim. Is it touching the floor? Most likely the answer is no, because the larger...

Nice effort. I bet if the driver would have realized he was in trouble before sinking that far, the Deuce probably could have gotten him to safe ground. Even with him dug, as others have mentioned, a snatch block (or two) and a good rear anchor (I understand nothing was available though) would...

Oh man, this is like watching an awesome movie and having the DVD mess up 10 minutes before it ends. Actually, this is better than a DVD. Wow, what a build! I'm so sorry about your loss, but with you dedicating this build to your brother, its no wonder you are putting so much into the build. Jim

hahaha...I had the same problem as well! Nothing a roll of Gorilla tape couldn't fix! I've since pulled the tape off, but was reminded of the seal leaks today when I drove it home in a downpour. Funny how that water lands right over the throttle pedal! Jim

You make my 1100 mile m35 recovery look like nothing. Nice report, and NICE looking truck! I wish I had seen any pre-trip posts, I would have made a couple suggestions...mainly about in-cab electronics. You see, I like my electronics. I wired up a simple cig. lighter plug running to 1 of the...

Not jacked at all...I was just bored and decided to share the walkthrough idea I had to see if its been done. You are adding info to that...LOTS of info and trial and error, as well. The project sounds very cool! While on the subject of body swaps...I have an '04 Dodge Ram cab just sitting in...

Thanks and repped! If there is enough time between the rain tomorrow I'll check it out. I just replaced my cracked injector line, so now I can move forward to other maintenance items. Jim

nopics I finally get to use this! I want to see pics of that body swap. I happen to have a very clean bread truck (was the donor for my Cummins Durango) that I would like to install my extra 5.9 Cummins in, to use as a hauler for my 4x4 vehicles. My Cherokee fits in the back nicely, and the...

Well I have an oddball. Older A2, non C turbo (still a turbo). It has fairly recent filters, but I'm going to change them again before doing any real adjustment; and will install a pyrometer as well. This truck is GUTLESS. I mean I can barely hit 2400 rpms on the flats, even in lower gears, no...

Well lets see. Taking it one thing at a time, custom wheels are probably out because that would also move the inside wheels closer to the frame, which isn't a good idea. Just using some type of longer wheel stud with a spacer would put a lot of stress on the studs. I think IF someone were to...

It would be interesting to try to do with a soft top. I think it would need a hard back wall, and just have a targa-style top. I just like the idea of having access to the rear of the truck. Easier for the passenger to grab drinks, or to take a nap on a long trip, or even have a place for...

Has anyone who has done custom bodies on Deuces ever made the rear a walk-through, like the M1010? It would take a good flexible seal between the cab and body, but I would think it could be done. It would be great to have access to the rear. Jim

To comment on the quarter eliptcal setup, keep in mind that in stock form those bogies help each other over larger bumps. When the front tire in the pair hits a large bump, the front axle goes up while the rear goes down. The springs only take up SOME of the bump. Clamp off the spring like in...

I'll add my 2cents. As a mechanic and general auto enthusiast, I have to say that I can see some of both sides of the argument, but my feelings are that the truck went for too much. Here are my reasons. Yes it sat in a nice, dry area it's whole life, so rust is not an issue. But that hot, dry...

Wow, and I thought NH had strict rules! As a Jeep fan, I always find it funny that I can get an inspection sticker with no top and no doors (as long as I have the mirrors relocated), but I'll fail if there is even a tiny hole in the body anywhere. I'm going to have fun with that one when I...

So the dash gauge panel size is actually different between the converted trucks, and the multifuels? I have an early 60's that was later converted to multifuel, and it just has the speedo in the dash, tach is mounted below the dash. I would love to swap to the newer style panel, but it sounds...

Sorry to bring up the old controversy of welding on frames...but to add a little more info, besides the truck's, or Govt's, limitations, there are motor vehicles rules in some places. Here in NH there are rules about welding on certain vehicle frames, but there is so much double talk in the...

Nice recovery, NICE truck! I'm going to spend some quality time looking through those 40 pages. I can relate to the recovery...while not quite as far as you, I did manage 1100 miles essentially straight through from Kentucky to northern NH when I bought my Deuce (my avatar pic). I was fortunate...

Very nice work!!! Now the big question...has anyone ever linked the FRONT of a Deuce? A bit more work, but with both ends done, it would ride like a Caddy! And still have full capacity. Jim