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  1. GMVguy

    HMMWV Rear Driver side Door

    Looking for a rear driver's X Door to complete my set. Anyone got one of these laying around? (I'm in Texas)
  2. GMVguy

    M1165A1W/B3 GMV Thread

    With several ECV and REV versions of these M1165A1W/B3 GMVs on the market already, and more on the way, I am starting this thread to discuss service & restoration issues specific to them. Most, if not all, were USMC gun trucks, used, abused and demil'ed to remove all the armor (Frag-5 kits, etc)...
  3. GMVguy

    Fuel Plug Retrieval

    Welp, I went to drain the old fuel on a recently-delivered truck and the plug was so brittle that the outer lip came off and the plug went into the tank when I tried to remove it. Got any recommended tools/procedures to fish out the plug without dropping the tank? Currently looking for a pair...
  4. GMVguy

    Hawker Batteries

    My HMMWV came with two Hawker Armasafe Batteries and they charged right up (12.6-12.8V). Date codes are similar (0916-24). I had already purchased two Optima Yellow-Tops for the vehicle, so these are extra. Or are the Hawker’s better and I should use them instead? What are they worth if I just...
  5. GMVguy

    Plug ID behind Front Passenger Seat

    Trying to identify this plug behind the front passenger seat of the M1165WB3 GMV I just got. So much going on in this truck!
  6. GMVguy

    Half Shaft Leak?

    Just got under the m1165A1 to get a better look at a dripping leak from the top of the deiver’s side half shaft. Can anyone identify the source and best next steps?
  7. GMVguy

    REV Truck 114" Serpentine Belt Cross Reference

    Looking for a Cross Reference for Part Number 20-9646 - BELT, SERPENTINE (SERIAL NUMBER 196901 AND ABOVE) Reference TM9 - 2320-387-24P C01 Anyone got a locally-available Duralast, Gates, AC Delco or other Part Number for this exact belt? Hoping to identify one at local parts stores.
  8. GMVguy

    Need Transport for 3 HMMWV’s from Yermo to Texas

    Need a reliable transport company for three HMMWV trucks ready in Yermo, CA to drop off in Texas. Two trucks going to Austin (central) and one going to the DFW area (north). Who do you recommend?
  9. GMVguy

    Wrapped up belt.... first steps

    Getting this 1165A1 REV next week. Auction guys couldn't start it because of the obvious belt issue. It's wrapped around the fan. Planning my first steps to dignose and troubleshoot, hopefully get the engine running. Was just going to cut the belt off, check fluids & obvious stuff, connect power...
  10. GMVguy

    Identifying cut wires under dash - M1165A1 REV

    Looking at the under-dash wiring and trying to plan for the repair of the cut wires in the below pic. Can you identify which ones are cut?
  11. GMVguy

    Rod Hall Suspension Operation & Maintenance

    Just bought a GMV equipped with the Rod Hall Suspension kit. Does anyone know if that system is included in any TM for field instructions, operation and maintenance? Looking to study and understand the system before the truck arrives. Consolation prize if you can at least find the same for...
  12. GMVguy

    Remove Tax for Vehicles Shipped Out of State

    Has anyone had any luck getting GovPlanet to deduct the Sales Tax from the final Invoice when the Vehicle is being shipped out-of-state? I requested it and they just replaced the CA Tax with Texas Sales Tax instead. I don't want to pay the tax until I go to register it (if possible). Any advice...
  13. GMVguy

    Using a REV B parts truck for an ECV

    Hey all, good day. I purchased a REV B M1165A1 parts truck (mainly for rear wall, roof, etc) for my ECV M1165A1 (with SN 244k). I have read all the posts about the differences between the trucks (pre versus post 300k SNs etc) and realize none of the mechanical/structural enhancements can me...
  14. GMVguy

    High back seat kit install

    Anyone install the front high back seats kit in their HMMWV that can give me some pointers? Anyone do video instructions? I’m starting the process today and the instructions that came with it are no good. And I’m 6’5” so need all the legroom I can get.
  15. GMVguy

    HMMWV Bed Toolbox

    I've been waiting for one of those Special Forces Toolboxes to install in the bed of my HMMWV, but am thinking they're long gone. Wondering if one of these would suffice... (CARC'ed of course). What do you guys think?
  16. GMVguy

    HMMWV Weatherstripping to Seal Hard Doors

    I had to cut off the old beat-up weatherstripping on my hard doors and am looking for alternatives. The OEM seal wasn't thick enough to form a good seal around all the corners. Has anyone found a good aftermarket alternative? Seems like a 1" wide, thick seal with heavy-duty doublestick tape...
  17. GMVguy

    Self Etching Primer Suggestion

    Just a tip here - I've used this self etching primer rattle cans on some small parts that I've had to take down to bare metal and it works great. Plus, it turns out to be a pretty nice olive drab color... https://amzn.com/B003CT498A (But it's only 5 bucks at Home Depot) Rust-Oleum 249322...
  18. GMVguy

    Flatbed HMMWV Trailer?

    I'm looking for a small flatbed trailer for my Humvee. Ideally, it would be like the M1101 or m1102 utility trailer's subframe, but with a flatbed deck. Have you ever seen something like that?
  19. GMVguy

    HMMWV Grounding Kit Install

    I purchased the Grounding Kit from Kascar (PN 535-A1) and installed it over the weekend. I know it's cheap & easy to make one yourself, but I don't have much wiring experience and for $70 I figured I'd get it right the first time. It was a quick & easy install. Here's a write-up in case it helps...
  20. GMVguy

    GMV Development

    I'm looking for some info on the development of the GMV Variant of the HMMWV for the Special Operations groups. For example, did depots start with an M998 and just add the hardtop, C-pillar and SF accessories? Or did they start with a M1025 or similar armament carrier, remove the sponsons and...
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