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    M105 Top Bow Dimension Needed

    I recently bought an M105 trailer with side racks and a brand new vinyl top; however, no top bows were included or available. There is currently nothing locally available or for-sale, and shipping is expensive, so I will wait until something does become available closer to home. In the...
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    Fan Belt Commercial Equivalent for the MEP-006A, 60 kW?

    Is there a commercial equivalent for the belt numbers on the MEP-006A, 60 kW genset? I just bought one from Uncle Sam, missing the 2 matched fan/water pump belts, and the 24V alternator belt. I have not yet located a cross reference while searching Steel Solders or Google Mil numbers...
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    Axle Ratios for the M1028 & M1031: Same or Different?

    I picked up a stock, low mileage M1031 Contact Service Body truck this month. The first thing I noticed is while driving at 55 mph the engine seems to be screaming. The 1028a1 is supposed to have the same axle ratios, yet my stock 1028a1 unit can go 60 mph, even 65 for a short burst without...
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    Dodge 318 to 360 Swap Questions

    Is swaping a 318 to 360 as easy as unbolting the 318 and bolting in the 360? Motor mounts, exhaust manifolds, transmission no problem? The 318 is in a 1977 M887, the 360 is in a 1985 2 wheel drive 1 ton. Both are automatics, and I have the comple running 1985 available. The M887 just does not...
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    900x16 NDCC tires on a M880?

    It looks like this M880 on ebay features military 900x16 NDCC tires. Wonder if the turning circle is reduced or the tires rub on springs and/or body. Anyone ever tried this combo? What results did you experience? 1976 Dodge : Other Pickups 1976 DODGE Item number: 110219377366 Located in...
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    Idaho (IMVPA) Vintage Military Vehicle Show June 7,8,9

    The Idaho Military Vehicle Preservation Association (IMVPA) presents the 14th annual Vintage Military Vehicle Show. Coming Soon! This June 7, 8 and 9 Swap meet Desert Trail Rides Military Displays Vintage Vehicles on Display Demonstrations Car Crushing Vehicle Rides Flyer...
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