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Convoy of trucks is much safer, b/c all LEO assume it's military. Don't think it's the same with one truck. I think attire also makes a difference, wear military gear and you are more likely to get waived through.

If a 3/4 pickup can tow 10K, a deuce can surely tow more. I read somewhere the tow ratings are for off road duty, when you are driving on some grassy field that may be hilly, bumpy and full of microwave oven sized rocks. Plus, the military sets their specs for 18 year old grunts, who don't...

If you are looking to get one, my best advice is find the best one out there. It's much cheaper in the long run and more enjoyable. Also manuals are key. I wound up getting parts manual, service manuals, engine manuals, user manual, probably 10 binders of docs in all. It turned into a project...

Been awhile since I logged in, so an update: I bought an MK6 version (latest iteration and up armored to deal with troubles in Northern Ireland). I had it fully overhauled in UK before importing it. Engine and transmission out, all mechanicals serviced, turret off, sandblasted and painted...

No idea about Indiana, but most states have special rules for antique vehicles that are far more permissive than usual. For example, in PA, you can register an antique vehicle if it's older than 25 years, without getting it inspected. I have a British Saracen (6 wheel drive armored personnel...

Interesting video on testing the Hawkers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osBu4Zc8qmo&feature=youtu.be And charging them: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzmupSrlPHQ&feature=youtu.be

What does "high amps" and "long time" mean? 10 amps? 50 amps? 10 hours? 5 days? I am afraid to cook mine if too high a charge is applied for too long. Can you charge the entire pack by just connecting the charger to one battery's terminals? Or do you have to disconnect all wiring and charge...

Why would the GEN4 be better? You have to wire up each battery (more hassle) and according to their website, it's recommended only for battery maintenance, not charging (See the charging chart at bottom of page: https://no.co/g4) The G26000 seems to offer more power and have additional...

You have the male plug connected to the output of the charger. It would be safer to connect a female to the charger output and the male to the NATO slave. That way, you do not inadvertently have a hot plug putting out 15 A of current when connected to the charger - the male has prongs exposed...

Start by visiting a tag specialist that services used car dealers. They will know all the ins and outs. To find such a place, visit a couple car dealers and ask who they use. There is probably a way to get a title, though it may be a hassle. Calling Harrisburg may be an option, but results will...

I just searched for an ether start can and they seem to be quite expensive, $49 per can. Does the Quick Start brand have retail distribution anywhere? I may want to start the truck once or twice in the winter, so heater is not practical or cost effective.

I have a 923a2 and although it starts easily in warm weather, it does not like starting below 40. I thought about adding the ether start, since it seems to be plumbed for it. Does anyone have a link to the ether bottle that is used in these? Also, what would be the safest way to use the system...

I'm curious what a complete but not running version would fetch and how much money it would take to restore.

You could buy an m923a2 for $6K, pull the 8.3L turbo Cummins engine and Allison trans, part out the remaining truck and wind up with a free drive train. The Cummins can be modded to 600 hp easily...

You can find the prices here: http://www.auctionsamerica.com/events/all-lots.cfm?order=price&SaleCode=LC14&rowsperpage=all

What do they cost, project and restored?

According to mod-sales website, DROPS has a payload capacity of 15 tons. PLS looks so much beefier, plus has an additional axle. I can't imagine needing more payload unless you want to haul tanks -- and then you probably can't do it anyway due to limited width of deck on the platform. Does...

I was thinking about a PLS in order to haul some British armored vehicles, but it seems like you need to have financial reserves of a small nation to buy, run and maintain it. They are not often sold on govplanet and apart from the purchase price, I presume they are monstrously expensive to run...

I'm curious if there is an ending to this story worth bragging about. Did the M8 make it out?

Is there any kind of loophole if you can register something as antique? Here in PA, they didn't even require GVWR to be put on my registration when I got my 5 ton. Worth checking.