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    Need HELP or advice on shipping vehicle!

    shipping According to the book it's about 19 foot long and 7 foot wide, and has a curb weight of 7,300 lb. I would think a 1 ton and a trailer to match would do nicely. Wayne
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    Disappointed with GL description

    description Hi Dave This is NOT a flame but just one example of how a easy a description can go wrong. I just looked at your link and checked the M35 section, almost all are saying the seats are "Air-Ride" and while they may be, I suspect they are really spring seats. BTY The new 24P calls them...
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    Disappointed with GL description

    GL Well I don't like/want to defend G/L but they do tell you up front DON"T TRUST ANYTHING IN THE DESCRIPTION GO LOOK. I don't know how you can be more plain than that. That being said, Beetle was disappointed in the 60,000 miles showing, if it was right 60,000 miles is low for a diesel. If...
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    Disappointed with GL description

    GL Did you read the contract that you signed by default when you bid? It says Information provided by us is not guaranteed and should not be considered as a substitute for your due diligence and physical inspection of the property. AND If property is not removed within the specified...
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    Would it be possible?

    truck Which model? gas engine or diesel? If diesel, Mack or Continental? The M39 Series trucks will weigh between 18,313 to 34,690 lbs. That is with both axles. Add 714 lbs for winch. For the other question. 1. You could move it with a 1 ton but a better question might be, Can I stop this...
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    M108 crane body

    Boom The longer the reach would mean a lighter load (without extra support) Does any of the sections work with the hydraulic? I think RAM said the hydraulic fitting on some models are really hard to find. Wayne
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    I Need A Starter or a Rebuilt Starter

    starter I have a used take-off that has been checked by the local shop as "good" for 75.00 plus shipping from 31555. Sold as is. Wayne
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    M108 crane body

    body I would guess the hydraulic to the boom with out and someone "field modified" to fit their needs. Wayne
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    Any tricks or things to do when putting a cover on a M105A2?

    covers Thanks, here is a short .pdf for making a fixed loop (eye splice) on the rope-end that I found on the web. Wayne http://ImageEvent.com/wharris19/manuals/ropesplicing
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    Any tricks or things to do when putting a cover on a M105A2?

    rope re-sewn? Did they use waterproof tread? Here is the way the military does the ropes. One page .pdf Wayne
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    1962 5 ton price

    prices I love it. If anyone is wondering why G/L and ebay stuff can sell so high just see above.
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    1962 5 ton price

    price As is where is price is: number of pounds x price of scrap steel in area to start. Sitting for 15 years, engine might just be a big boat anchor. Wayne
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    M819/M246 Ops Questions

    questions (1) prime the fuel system, the Ops says to use the hand priming pump on the dash I've not found it useful, just turn her on and hope the batteries last. You didn't ask but mine (M816) cranks and operate with two batteries just fine. 3.) Is the fuel tank selector switch a manual...
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    Can i ask for a BIG favor.....

    wearther Seeing how it's a diesel and if you have compression(@ 3,000/ 4,500 psi) and fuel, just how long do you think it takes the air inside the cylinder to reach combustion? Wayne
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    Can i ask for a BIG favor.....

    cranks I would think in the middle of June in NJ, even with no glow plugs working they should start. May take a little extra cranking first time of the day. Wayne
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    Amber headlights

    Lights Plus I think someone said illegal in the U.S. as primary lights. Wayne
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    I'm In Dire need of a Manual

    gen set Any more info on the data tag or on the motor itself? Wayne
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    Can someone give me more info on what HMMWV are like to own?

    HMMWV You can always see Uncle Sam, he might loan you one for three or more years and his has guns you can play with when you get tired of driving. Wayne
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    Needed: a 24V 1 hp Motor

    motor Any of these? Wayne on this one, do a search for 24vdc http://www.herbach.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv? http://www.sciplus.com/singleItem.cfm?terms=12112&cartLogFrom=Search%20%2D%20Category%20Filter&CFID=574917&CFTOKEN=70688187
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    M151A2 Wiring

    wire In the older cars and trucks, their 6 volt wiring would work on a 12v battery just fine.Wayne
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