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  1. area52

    Issues of Owning a 5 ton wrecker

    You know, I started with an old '54 Willys pickup, then "graduated" to a M35A2 (several in fact) then a M54A2 then a M816. I am still stuck on the 5 tons right now but makes ya wonder sometimes if there is no cure, whats next!!:razz: (yea, I know 10 tons, HEMTT etc.)
  2. area52

    Rear Mounted Winch?

    Nice looking truck Kenny, haven't seen it with the winch on it.
  3. area52

    M60a1 lives!

    Hey Wil, Where is that at? Might have to stop by one day when I am out that way again.
  4. area52

    5 ton lockout hubs

    If you need one, I have my M54A2 just sitting waiting for repairs. I can pull one off and send it out.
  5. area52

    M816 axle problems!

    drain some oil out of the diff and see if it has chunks or junk in it. Pull the axle shafts and see if they are damaged at all. Then go from there on replacing anything.
  6. area52

    Issues of Owning a 5 ton wrecker

    If you are only gonna use it on the farm/ranch, see if you can get a "farm use only" registration. Not sure if TX has those or not. When/if they break down, who yea gonna call?
  7. area52

    I love trucks

    Get the one with round tires, square tires are not in fashion unless they are on my truck. :p
  8. area52

    She won't start now.....

    Make sure the stop cable has actually pushed the rod on top of the IP. Some times it gets hung up and does not "reset".
  9. area52

    deuce with no title

    Go to the local DMV and ask what you should do. Then go or call another one, then call another DMV office. I called at least 3 different people at the DMV and got 3 different answers about getting a title with only a bill of sale. I used a surety bond or title bond here in NM. It costs $50...
  10. area52

    deuce tire questions

    there are a few threads on here about people changing the HEMTT wheels over to a deuce pattern. I can't answer your question but if you search a little you might find the answer.
  11. area52

    Spinner II Centrifugal Oil Bypass Filter

    You're right, I misspoke. I had it in my ol' brainpan that it replaced the oil filters.:oops:
  12. area52

    Spinner II Centrifugal Oil Bypass Filter

    No it is supposed to replace the filters.
  13. area52

    New shoes (and socks) on the deuce

    The rims weigh about 110lbs each without tire. Nice looking setup![thumbzup]
  14. area52

    more questions & ideas related to fording kits

    These guys have some neat and useful small air fitting/regulators and such. I ordered a bunch of stuff from them years ago when I put an onboard air system in my rock crawler. Manufacturer of Miniature Pneumatic Components
  15. area52

    Help starting 5 ton in DC for $100 cash

    Here are the TM #'s: 9-2320-260-10 is the operators manual, -20 is a maint. manual. Look under the resources section up top and find the tech manuals. There is alot of good info in them. Also your engine is a NHC 250, not a DHC.
  16. area52

    Still serving in Iraq (with pics!)

    I like in the second pic, #1 WVU fan!! Go Mountaineers!! thanks for the pics and stay safe.
  17. area52

    Hello folks. M1008, convert to Veg Oil?

    You can try researching for real over on: biodiesel discussion forum There is alot of good info there on WVO/SVO.
  18. area52

    5 ton lockout hubs

    maybe try cutting the air off to it and get in a spot to try engage it to see if it does engage?
  19. area52

    well guys can you say j ja jak jake!!

    My M816 has one and they had to modify the hood to get it to fit. Looks like a supercharger scoop!
  20. area52

    Separating out Antifreeze?

    check out these guys: PA Biodiesel Supply : Waste Vegetable Oil Cleaning : Biodiesel Centrifuge : Motor Oil : Water Removal : WVO Filtering : Dewatering Centrifuge : WMO Filtration Units they have some good prices on band type drum heaters and centrifuges.
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