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Put some duct tape around that axle. It'll be fine.

First Rule of 4 wheelin in an environment like that: NEVER GO OUT ALONE.

Where did you get the new foam? The seat looks fabulous.

@Pete: Check the bolts that hold the trans to the engine. I had a God Awful noise in my 1008 and thought it was the flex plate. I removed the inspection cover and found scrape marks on it where the flex plate had been hitting it. I had no choice but to keep driving it as it was my only...

I replaced all the fan belts on my 1008 yesterday. I went with belts that were 1/2 inch smaller than the ones listed in the CUCV Wiki. The last time I replaced them, I used the numbers provided and they were all at the very end of the adjustment range from the git go. When they got broke in...

It is nice to see other open minded people. I am by no means knocking the purists that want to keep things original, I just want my truck the way I want it. Yes, the 24V system works great, WHEN it works. When it doesn't, it is a pain in my _ _ _. I do not have a way to effectively jump start...

I finished up the Roscommon 12V conversion on my 1008 today. Installed the brand new (NOT Reman) gear reduction starter, fabricated a support bracket so I didn't have to wait till I got the OE part before I drove the truck. Starts great and charges great. I am so glad I finally did this mod. Go...

Very nice winch mount. I especially like the storage compartments on the ends. Nice work my friend.

Speaking of starters, I got me a brand spanking new 12 Volt Gear Reduction Starter, NOT A REMAN. Can't wait to do my 12 Volt Roscommon Conversion. I have opted for Version 3 which will give me 2 separate charging systems, 1 for all the stuff the truck came with originally and another for the...

I'm just messin' with ya brother. It's all good. Thank you for your Service.

@ AECS. Did your brakes break?

Did your brakes break?

Yep. My fuel mileage drops from 15.4 down to 12something when towing a car on the trailer. I'm not complaining too much though, because it tows a 1500lb trailer and 3500+lb Mercedes with ease.

This past Thursday, I replaced the steering shock as a precautionary measure to try and cure the death wobble. It only does it every now and then and I have learned how to quickly get it under control and to avoid it all together. I drove the truck 195 miles that day, then 150 on Friday, another...

I fixed the vibration I had between 40 and 45 mph. I took the rear drive shaft out and the rear u joint fell apart and was very bad. The tube had some dents in it from Gov-lick fork lift operators. The drive shaft shop re-tubed it, replaced both u-joints and balanced it for $200.00 She rides...

I think my vibration has to do with the fact three of the bolts that hold the trans to the engine fell out and the other three snapped off. That is why I had the engine out, and to fix a bunch of other stuff. I think it warped the flex plate. I should have replaced it but I plan to install a...

I went to Auto Zone yesterday morning and picked up a 60" and a 20" pice of ready made brake line and a union. I bent them as best I could to the original shape and installed them with the two P clamps that were still remaining to secure them to the frame. The TM called for a 78" line so 80" was...

Did my first real journey since having the engine out for major repairs other than the usual test drive. I drove 65 miles to my sister in law's house to help my niece get rid of a junk vehicle. The truck ran fine but has a wicked driveline vibration from 40-45. I have to deal with that because...

We want more details on how you did the goose-neck hitch. At least I do anyway.

I went to town a bought my tag sticker. Had to pay last years taxes of $2.99 plus penalties for not registering on time. It cost me a whopping $40. I came home and went on the maiden voyage of the Beast after major repairs. Ran like a top. I may need to adjust the trans shifting but other than...