Finally! M66 ring mount installed (with pics)

[halftrack]

Well, finally got around to installing the M66 ring mount on the truck. After a thorough break down and lube job on the ring, I managed to get the ring installed. THAT SUCKER IS HEAVY! At first I thought me and a few buddies could just lift it up and install it. NO WAY. So, I had to get a big boy with some reach and muscle. I don't know if the way I have it installed is right, but the bolt holes matched perfect for the way I have it. If it is wrong, it is staying wrong. However, I am open to criticism and suggestions. By the way, you will definitely will need the support bracket that goes in the back of the cab wall. I currently do not have one but will install one later. Also, I decided installing the ring in a open area was not challenging enough, so I installed it in a confined area (my backyard) with power lines hanging around.

Sermis, do you have any more rings?

 

[clinto]

That first picture really plays tricks with your eyes, makes the ring look much bigger.

I have one of those cab reinforcement plates, not looking forward to having to drill and install 100+ pop rivets......

Nice looking Deuce...

 

[Manstein]

Awesome job! Looks like you made it thru without arc welding the back hoe to the deuce via the overhead wires. One of these days I want to acquire a ring for mine.

 

[hndrsonj]

I have a spare complete ring with legs also a couple of the panels. I was going to keep them but may sell one if you need it. PM me.

 

[maddawg308]

Great job! The pics show the work progress really well.

I've been thinking about a ring mount on my keeper deuce when I get it. Great to know there are several threads on SS dealing with M66 installation to make my job easier if I choose to go that route.

 

[jwaller]

I just put another ring on. this time on my 5T. Neither one of mine has the plate on the front leg like yours does. I also went to the time to put reinforcement panels on both trucks. you need it for sure. thats a lot of weight on long lever arms.

 

[halftrack]

I just put another ring on. this time on my 5T. Neither one of mine has the plate on the front leg like yours does. I also went to the time to put reinforcement panels on both trucks. you need it for sure. thats a lot of weight on long lever arms.

Can you post a picture of your bolt pattern for each leg so I can see where I went wrong?

 

[sermis]

I have one ring left. It is missing the felt and the band that goes around the cover but spins good.

I am trying to blast my legs and get them painted before I put my ring back on.

Did you get the pic of the tires?

 

[ajg6989]

looks great

 

[David_4x4]

Lookin Good.

Guns rings are honestly my favorite mods to these vehicles.

 

[wsucougarx]

Just curious, are all the legs the same for the ring support? It looks like they may all be different from each other.

 

[wsucougarx]

Hmm, nevermind. Went and picked up two sets of M66 leg supports today. Each leg is different Hmm, now where to do I find two rings...

 

[decodeme2]

Nice setp!, I too had to use my backhow to lift the ring.HEAVY!.
Now Im installing one on my M923, I have seen M923's with 4 leg rings, But, not with 3..!
Has anyone seen a 9 series truck with a older 3 leg gun ring?..(picture)?.
Kevin..

 

[WyColo Deuce]

I have a spare complete ring with legs also a couple of the panels. I was going to keep them but may sell one if you need it. PM me.

Any chance you still have an M66 for sale?