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  1. captw

    M1010 DUVAC Removal Plan "B"

    are two or three batteries being using in this application?...I assume that three are being used, one charged by the 12v alternator separately and two others connected in series being charged by the 24v alternator. Correct??
  2. captw

    WC Identification

    WC identification Gilles...see what engine is in it...judging by the hood panel cut out on the lower right rear corner, it may be a conversion that someone did to a CDN APT, the same type truck I was driving in the Coe Hill parade, Shore Patrol...Wilf
  3. captw

    cure for death wobble on stock m1028

    Dana 60 kingpin parts Hi guys/gals...I see throughout most of this thread that people are using bushing/spring kits from ORD....I found a website, AllJeep.com, which lists the individual Dana parts, and total price is cheaper than ORD kit, shipping is cheaper also...I spoke to them on the...
  4. captw

    seat back latch

    seat latch under normal conditions the seat back will always be free to move, there is no latch to lock it in place...the catch and pawl mechanism in the pic only comes into play, or at least is supposed to, in a collision situation...there is no spring, it works as a pendulum, and swings into...
  5. captw

    seat back latch

    safety latch when properly assembled, this latch is supposed to engage the pawl on the seat back to prevent the seat back from moving forward in the event of a frontal vehicle collision...W
  6. captw

    M101 Series Trailer cover fitment

    fitment of vinyl covers the evil Dr. porkchop is right on the money...I have the camo cover on my M101A2 trailer which sits just above the tie downs(p/n is correct as per manual)...the bows are the proper length, not cut down as some would suggest was done when carrying a generator...my buddy...
  7. captw

    M1010 Adventures

    Do over okay...not sure if you're chain yankin' or not...DO not OVERfill....in regards to radiator level, or engine oil, etc.
  8. captw

    M1010 w/12v get A/C working?

    M1010 12v conversion and battery drain hey 41cl8m5...thanks for that info...interesting....I'll forward the info on to my buddy...I know that on my M1008, the swiches stays in the service position and no problem...W
  9. captw

    M1010 w/12v get A/C working?

    M1010 A/C on 12V Hi Gilles...you need to send a PM to C15TA on this site...Barry's M1010 was also converted by a police agency to 12v, his battery also drains if he leaves it connected, but I'm pretty sure his A/C does work and blows cold...W
  10. captw

    i wanna winch

    Hi guys...I'm interested to know how you access the clutch or hi/low controls on the winch, when they're mounted up behind the bumper...FYI, I have two HMMWV Warn winches and a MileMarker 10,500lb. winch...Wilf
  11. captw

    ATV tires on a Mule

    that's Nick Denardo's TOW missile mule in the photo from Aberdeen, MD, and those tires are what was placed on the mule, in addition to the wide fenders, to operate in ares where high flotation was required...I have the same set up on my mule...W
  12. captw

    M116A2 bow stowage

    Hi could someone please tell me how the bows are stowed on this trailer using the short stakes for that purpose?...thanx...Wilf
  13. captw

    M101a2 master cylinder question

    M/C cap just an FYI...in order for the brakes to operate properly, the cap must be vented...I have seen bothe styles of caps used on the M1**A2 series trailers w/surge brakes...mine has the muhroom shaped cap with vent hole, others have a vent line...water tends to get in the vent hole on mine...
  14. captw

    M101 electrical question

    M101CDN2 trailer first of all, that is NOT!!!!!! a 416 trailer!...the CDN trailer is a helluva lot better!...heavier trailer, similar size bed, better built...bulbs are probably still 24V, as used for the Iltis...most of these trailers never even made into CDN service, and sold surplus w/o ever...
  15. captw

    New M274A5 Owner

    mule accessories Ed...did I mention that in addition to BIG tires, I also have pads, seat and electric start!!...W
  16. captw

    M1008 Hydro Winch

    Hyd. winch hidden mount still standing still cyco ...I was going to mount my MM winch under the bumper, but it would be tough to operate the HI/LO speed lever or clutch in/out lever...just sayin'...W
  17. captw

    m1008 starter

    starter if the starter requires shims(some do, some don't), it should be stampted saying so, right on the starter itself, as indicated in the repair manual...W
  18. captw

    700r4 swap into a M1008

    700R4 swap it makes no sense to install the 700R4 into an otherwise unmodified M1009, unless you leave the transmission selector in drive, and don't use OD, because the axle ratio is 3:08 to 1....the engines in these trucks were designed to run at a decent RPM, but with the 700R4 and 3:08 gears...
  19. captw

    Eaton Locker for Dana 60 Front Axle

    front axle I have the LockRight locker in my Dana 60....performs very well off road, where 4X4 is intended to be used by these vehicles.....with the factory Detroit installed in the rear, some weight in the bed, and proper driving techniques, I drive my truck frequently here in Ontario, Canada...
  20. captw

    FAQ Thread for CUCV's

    alternate tire size for M1010 Crash_AF stated in a previous post( 04-21-2008, 14:13) that LT245/75R16 was used as one of two OEM tire sizes used on pickups/ambulances ...I highly!! question that, due to the vast difference in tire size...if these tires were fitted in place of the correct tire...
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