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this how the built the 1079 model. Frame then another frame on top which puts that frame level with the transmission the habitat sub-frame on top. I’ll refer to them as bottom, middle and top frame. My fear is without the middle frame that it would allow the bottom frame to flex accessibly...

Expensive in perspective, doing all the mechanical work my self everything I’ve invested into the core truck about $20,000 over a nine year period. Compared to a new ford 5,500….Cheap! Just expect to invest money into it, if you’re going to keep it long term.

When I purchased mine it had all fluids drained and no batteries! Got it home and filled all the fluids out new batteries in it found a loose connection on the starter relay and she cranked up and ran. Not saying I haven’t had other issues but such as replacing the transmission and replacing the...

I’m looking for a crashed LMTV A1 to purchase for the same reason. Should have done this years ago. Never thought an alternator would cost more than a vehicle !!!

When I replaced the oil cooler gasket a few months ago I noticed my rear exhaust manifold had some soot around it after further inspection the back bolt or nut was loose. Tightened it and no more soot. is yours soot that has gotten wet and give it that look?

Absolutely positive never engine swap or HEUI pump replacement. I purchased it with only 3,500 miles on it and personally picked it up from an Air Force base in Florida. I’ve been very intimate with the engine and pay close attention to any bolts or nuts that have had a wrench put on them….you...

My 2003 3126B has 37,000 miles on the original HEUI pump. I’m driving it daily as we are traveling the country in it for the next 2 years nonstop. Just treat the engine with respect. Regular maintenance fix all oil leaks and keep it clean to identify any new leaks. Oil and fuel filter changes...

We already purchased tickets for overland west in flag staff. Also applied for the DIY part of the show. is that where you’re headed? We won’t get to the north west this summer but will be there as we head up to Alaska next summer.

Looking good Chris. We finally hit the road 5 weeks ago on our 2 year journey. Because we’ve already explored eastern us we head west to Texas our first big stop is here at Big Bend National Park. Beautiful park.

Search pael plugs on McMaster Carr website. Measure the hole diameter and put that in the filter. Not the cheapest route but that’s where I bought mine.

Thanks for the great find and sharing.

With eco hubs speed is not an issue.

press Ser Drive then enter for head lights. Most of the time I have to press enter very hard and hold it and sometimes multiple times. Some times repeat the process. The enter button isn’t the most responsive. I did open it up and clean some green oxidation off but it didn’t seem to help.

I never call for that reason, I go there in person to order parts then go back typically the next day and pick them up. And even there in person parts guys are typically not the friendliest. I don’t think they like dealing with individuals as customers.

Mine came from Pensacola Fl where I think they used it in for high water rescue after hurricane Katrina. It had lots of surface rust and like previously stated Ospho is great then I used POR15. I did that 8 years ago and still looks great. Although to hide the dirt stains a good pressure washing...

How much did they quote you?

I would love to buy one just for parts. When an alternator can cost $2,500 and I could buy the whole vehicle for less. Just need to ship it to Florida.

When they sell for $1,000 it’s very tempting! What island are they on?

It was a little sketchy! 😂

Fiberglass would be the way to go but will take a lot of work. FYI ( for your information) I purchased one of these to measure the wind speed above the cab. I needed to know what it was before I committed to installing the mini splits out side unit on the front of the habitat above the cab...