A few questions from a newer owner

[unstopable]

As a newer owner of a '71 AMGEN multi-fuel I have a few questions that are probably pretty basic for the rest of you, but here goes.
First off, I need to find (or have made up) a tach cable and cable casing. Mine has been busted since purchase. Any idea what website or SE Wisconsin shop where I could get one?

I also need the basic filters, Fuel (currently Baldwin pf902) and oil filters. I have a spent oil filter but no numbers. I might as well get any air filter elements I need right away also.
Ideas on where to locate these????

I would also like to know how much a complete set up for a cargo cover would run, at this point I have no setup for cargo cover, and was wondering if I can afford to put one on.

I appreciate all of the advice you guys post and thanks for your help!!!

 

[littlebob]

Memphis Equipment has a complete filter set for about $100.00 including fuel filters and gaskets.If your truck has had any upgrades let them now , when I ordered mine and they sent the wrong air cleaner because I didn't give them enough information. there is also a cross reference onthis site with NAPA part numbers. There are probably a dozen surplus dealers that you can find by doing a search on this site of the various threads. I haven't made it to the bed cover
yet. You can probably find it all on E-Bay if you have the time to.
Good Luck,
littlebob

 

[Stretch44875]

Link to cross-reference

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/index.php?module=pagesetter&tid=10

 

[bottleworks]

Saturn Surplus lists a NOS tach cable assembly. NSN: 6680-00-732-0561. Their web site lists it at $28.50. Very nice and helpful when I ordered. http://www.saturnsurplus.com/m35/m35-1.htm

Saturn: (717) 692-9500

 

[lacoda56]

Cargo covers with bows seem to run about $500 for canvas. This may or may not include end curtains, depending on seller. I'm not sure about the price of vinyl, but it seems to be cheaper. If you don't mind a small roadtrip, there's a guy in Wyocena, Wis. that has a few trucks he's parting out. If interested, send me a PM and I'll see if I can find his number for you.

 

[houdel]

Do you have troop seats? The uprights, corners and bows for the cargo cover all fit into stake pockets in the troop seats.

Watch Ebay for the uprights, corners, bows and covers. Good used Vinyl 3 color camo covers run in the $250-$350 range and are one piece so you don't need the end canvas.

 

[unstopable]

Wow, you guys RULE !!!!! Thanks for the great links and information. As far as the bows and the cargo cover, I will probably not have the $$$ til spring. I just wanted to know what I am up against. The price does not sound too bad.
Yes Lee, I do have troop seats in the back, I will have to look to see how the uprights would fit in there.

Once again, Thanks you guys!!!

 

[wallew]

Unstoppable, WELCOME to Steel Soldiers. If these guys don't know the answer, they know WHERE to get the answer.

For your troop seats, they physically drop into your bed via 'stake' (square) holes. The inside of the troop seat stakes are hollow, which is where the top down stakes drop into. The curved metal part of the top attach to these with the bow (top) portion of the tops being next, then down the other side it's curved metal portion attaching to the down stake.

That gives you ONE completed top bow assembly. Repeat as necessary. I think there are a total of six (five?). I can't remember. I'm a bit slow today.

Again welcome to Steel Soldiers.

jim

 

[houdel]

Five sets of bows on a Deuce. At least, that's what mine has. I think long beds and 5 tons use six sets.

 

[Hookin1]

There is a guy....I think in n.carolina that sells duece beds complete with troopseats bows and covers for 400 or 500 dollars he advertizes in one of the mv magazines....i'll have to look and find out

 

[clinto]

I have my bows and canvas on, if you want I will snap some pics of how it all goes together.

 

[emmado22]

I have a good used condition set of dropside CORNERS (10 each) for the bows for sale. $50 + shipping

 

[WillWagner]

unstopable, got a pic of yer stuff???

 

[unstopable]

Will, I do have some pics but I'll be damned if I can figure out how to get them on this site!!!

 

[clinto]

Will, I do have some pics but I'll be damned if I can figure out how to get them on this site!!!

Hey Unstopable, check this out, it may elp you get them uploaded:

http://steelsoldiers.com/index.php?name=FAQ&id_cat=5

 

[WillWagner]

When you post, click on the preview button, go to the section, "add an attachment" then click on "browse" under the "filename" section, and look for the place where you keep your pictures. Pictures can only be 640x480. If you're using XP, right click on the pic and you'll get an option to resize.

 

[unstopable]

Once again, thanks guys. The pics I have are not the greatest because I have put the truck away for the winter. In order to fit it into my barn I have to take the top off, lower the windsheild and remove the stack. In spring I will put some lighter oil in i and then maybe I will run it next winter. I am running straight 30 in it now and she is a cold blooded monster.

As far as the canvas and bow system for the cargo area, I think I am going to have to wait til spring since I don't have the extra "ching" right now.

I am sure you wil see more questions from me in the near future.

Thanks again!

 

[Massm35a2]

straight 30 is thick, I find Shell ROTELLA T 15w 40 to be great oil.

 

[williamh]

MAX SPEED 45 ? you will need to change that soon .. 55 ....red line at 60 !!

 

[MrAugust]

I have my bows and canvas on, if you want I will snap some pics of how it all goes together.