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We've had the coldest weather in a few years and the coldest since I converted my M1008 to 12 volt. It has been down to minus 30 with highs below zero. I let my M1008 sit for a week with only a battery warmer plugged in. After two cycles of the glow plugs she started right up. It did take...

When you do the 12 volt Roscommon Conversion ( I am not advocating doing so, just passing along info) the instructions tell you to use the ground from the DS alternator to ground the PS alternator. The Wiki tells you to use the DL7157 on the DS only as it does not need the isolated ground...

I had to tighten the belt on my rebuilt alternator because my new belts stretched. I could tell something was up by the voltmeter. Lately it seemed like every week I was tightening my alt belt when I realized it may be slipping in the adjustment bracket on top. I bought a 3/8" external star...

My voltmeter started moving from 13-14 volts on my rebuilt alternator using CUCV Electric parts. Using the search I read where the voltage regulator usually works or goes out all the way and it was probably a loose wire or belt. I found my new belt stretched. Problem solved from reading this...

Awhile back my Gen 1 light let me know I needed to rebuild my alternator. I used the Roscommon method and converted to 12 volt in case I wanted to convert back. My M1008 has been sitting in below freezing temps for four days. I let the plugs cycle and it started right up. My next test will...

Every time someone asks about converting to 12 volt I hear how great the 24 volt system is for starting and how the 12 volt will not start in the winter. I risk going out on a limb to say not necessarily... When two batteries are connected in parallel they double the cranking amps, thus with...

I know belts have been discussed many times. I was changing my belts today and found out the power steering pump and PS Alt use the same belts as the K30 pickup. For me that was Gates High Performance 5725 for the PS Alt and Gates 7455 for the power steering. Same as the civvy truck. Makes...

I am going to replace my dash speakers in my M1008. I know there are two 3 1/2's and I think the center speaker is 4x10. Is this correct? I know about Crutchfield and I am not looking for stereo sound, just better sound. I am not interested in door panel speakers. So do I need a pair of...

I finally changed my differential covers on my M1008. Awhile back I bought the SOLID brand covers because of price. The quality is great. I did need a couple of longer bolts on the rear diff because of a bracket and I got Lubelocker gaskets and did not use the liquid gasket they sent me. I...

If we can use the AutoZone DL7157 alt on the DS why not use the alt for a civy K30 truck on the DS? They are both uninsulated. I've never heard it mentioned and was wondering if it will work. Duralast/Alternator For...

I broke my M1008 passenger side mirror backing out of my garage. It broke the outside edge of the mirror glass and is still usable. Anybody know where I can get a replacement mirror? :mad:

So last night I was driving down the highway thinking how good my M1008 was running when the Gen 1 light came on. There was freezing rain and the defrost was blowing full blast. Please tell me what you recommend... I have two CUCV Electric rebuild kits in my garage. I want a spare alternator...

I've been wanting to install some radios and other electrical devices to my M1008. I was thinking about the wiring and how my fuse block is getting old, so I came up with a new idea. This auxiliary fuse panel is compact (3.0” x 2.4” x 1.25”) and easy to install. My plan is to use the 12...

My M1008 speakers sounded terrible and my radio is an 8-track. I sprayed electric cleaner heavily on the speakers and to my surprise they sound great now. I needed a AM/FM/CD radio and bought a inexpensive Boss from Walmart. I also bought a hideaway antenna and wanted to pass it along. I...

I've seen it before and searched for 3 days and can't find it. I need the STE-ICE Diagnistic Port Diagram. The one that shows what the holes are for. Your help will be greatly appreciated. I might have seen it on another forum, but I think it was Steel Soldiers. :cookoo:

Since I retired I have traded my military fitness for corrections fitness and I am not a slim as I was. In my defense I am 53. :whistle: I bought a 15" OEM steering wheel off EBAY after researching and deciding it would work on my M1008. It not only worked, but is a pleasure to drive around...

I have always had white smoke when I start my M1008 and understood it was unburnt fuel. The white smoke was only on startup for a short period and not ever while driving. I have been cleaning connections and recently installed some copper battery cables with military connectors. The only...

My front differential cover leaks at the drain plug and my rear is just ugly. What kind should I buy? Dana 60 cover for the front and 14 bolt for the rear? I am looking for heavy duty more than shiny.

The CUCV Slave Receptacle is 24 volt because the batteries are connected in series. If the batteries were connected parallel the slave receptacle would be 12 volt. Am I reasoning correct here?

No, there is not anything wrong with my engine. I have been reading all I can about the 6.2, 6.5 Optimizer and P400, 6bt, and 4bt. Some day when I need to buy an engine I was thinking the 4bt is the best bang for the buck. I don't plan on towing much over 6,500 lbs ever and it fits with the...