Top 10 Deuce Modifications

[oddshot]

I got two lists ... 1) Maintenance and Repairs and 2) Modifications.

When the current semester ends I hope to knock a big hole in each of them.

My modifications

1.GET A PYROMETER!!!
2.Engine pre-luber.
3.Install remote brake fluid reservoir using M105 Trailer Master Cyl.
4.Build center console from passenger seat frame
5.Mount the big ol’ tool box I bought from Angus
6.Mount Map Light.
7.Canvas bikini top (shelter halfs or old top)
8.Mount driving lamps and back up lamp (need 24 volt Quartz Halogen bulbs)
9.Mount 2 Jerry can holders on mud flaps
10.Plug all holes and seams holes in floor to reduce noise. Make “brush type” gasket for hi/lo shifter, Multi-piece shield around floor shift hole.
11.Muffler
12.Locks for fuel shut-off and electricity
13.Bed Crane/hoist
14.Electric Radiator Fan
15.Mount a step so the wife can climb up in the cab. I got this truck in February and the wife ain't even SAT in it yet.

The first two items are the highest priority.

oddshot

 

[srodocker]

1. 395s
2. pyro and turning up fuel
3. backup lights
4. tie down points in standard bed
5. shift boots
6. dual fuel tank *adding this weekend*
7. 4runner seats recovered with canvas *need to be put in*
8. 12v alt kit *just ordered*
9. fording kit *need to instal*
10. insulating/sound damper the inside of the cab

 

[cjtroutt]

My list is short and to many to list
I feel just build it with every thing you need and enjoy it and keep addons in the list to do
and man it is a long list.

 

[motomacguyver]

1. Lockouts
2. Lockers
3. in cab communications
4. Led lights, all around
5. Working CTIS
6. Increased fuel capacity which is mounted under bed.
7. Receiver hitch.
8. Water storage.
9. Plow.
10. Camper.

DONE: #7, #6 above bed, #4 rear lights, front head lights are h4's (very good, I would recommend them. #1 "poor mans lockouts" have the parts haven't done the mod yet, seems like too much hassle to switch from “locked to unlocked”

 

[General Mcgregor]

My best (and most fun) modification has to be my roof-chain-pull-remote-valve-horn, thingey.... It allows you to run large horn(s) under your hood (seperate from the good ol' stock horn) and mount a valve with a remote cable leading to your top. PULL THE CHAIN! just like the big rigs, very loud too.

Allows you to remove the top when desired without having to disconnect your horn.
Keeps the maximum ammount of pressure as close to your under-hood horn as possible.
Does not effect stock horn.
Super fun!


I did a thread with a writeup of the install.
http://www.steelsoldiers.com/deuce-...66181-installed-grover-products-air-horn.html

 

[Tinwoodsman]

Don't knock the panties. Maybe MD's cab smells like Summers Eve

 

[BadMastard]

I had a really good list till I read these posts.... now the list is more like.

1. Stripper from chicago. Replaces heater I had on the list, same effect.
2. Ice machine- in case I show up where MadDawg is, gotta keep the beer cold
3. Blackout windows- see number 1.
4. Brighter headlights- see number 3
5. Remove muffler- what's the point? I'm not listening anymore.
6. Remove horn. Really? who misses seeing me? who CAN'T hear me already?- see number 5
7. remove rifle rack, add gun safe to shop area
8. Bumperette mounted BBQ. Yes, it's a BBBQ
9. Propane tank- runs BBBQ and can be used to shoot flames out of previously used muffler.
10. Lastly- Couch. I'm going to need someplace to sleep after this list.

 

[motomacguyver]

Don't knock the panties. Maybe MD's cab smells like Summers Eve

More like fisherman’s wharf; Dead fish, asphalt, diesel fumes, and just a hint of vomit.

 

[DUG]

11.00 x 20s
Dual alts (24 volt off a Cummings/12 volt off a Chevy) using TMAmerica's kit
Westfolk's spin ons on all filters
Heated mirrors (all 4)
LED turn signals with the front wired to come on like a car
H4 headlights with insanely bright wattage
Air Hose reel
Tool box to replace the pioneer rack
Kenworth air horn
Electric hotrod wipers and ANCO blades
Remote brake fluid res.
Jeep heater
Windshield washer
Convoy lights
Winch in bed to load quads
Springer seat with box seat moved to passenger side
Lots of dash mods
Bumper mounted vice
Bumper mounted flag pole (removable)
Jerry Cans on the rear mud flaps
Hinged jerry can holder on passenger running board
M109 box pulled off to use as shed - M35 cargo bed added with troop seats and TAN cover
Civilian hitch and wiring added to tow scout trailer

I think I'm over the TEN requested. There's a few more that I can't remember right now.

 

[shannondeese]

My Done List
#1 Pyrometer
#2 Turned up the Fuel
#3 Bobbed
#4 395's on self modified HEMMT wheels
#5 Bench seat from a Ford Aerostar
#6 Dynomax Muffler
#7 ARB in the rear axle
#8 12,500 hydraulic Milemarker winch
#9 Dash Lights so I can see at night
#10 LED turn and brake lights
#11 40 gallon aux tank in bed

To Do List
#1 LED head lights
#2 Power Steering
#3 Disc Brakes
#4 Heater with Defrost

And the most important thing I have left to do though is to get home from this deployment so I can see my family and drive my Deuce again.

 

[OD_Coyote]

Done:
11.00 X 20s
Locking Hubs on Front Axle
Spin-on Oil Filters
Spin-on Primary Fuel Filter
Dual Springer Seats
Hula Girl on Dash
Air Intake Mushroom mounted on 90 Deg Elbow.

To Do:
Pyro & Boot Gauges
Turn up Fuel
Finish Installing Winch
Replace Wiper Motors

 

[wsucougarx]

In no particular order here's what I deem to be the top 10:
1. Actually not a mod but rebuild all wheel cylinders and get those brakes adjusted
2. Manual Windshield Washer
3. Air-O-Matic steering
4. Air Tank Drain Kit (so you don't have to crawl under the truck-->safety)
5. Solargizer to keep those batteries maintained
6. VIC-1 Military Intercom system w/RT-246/524 radio
7. Coolant filter system
8. Auxillary Fuel Tank (use a 2nd 50 gallon tank to feed the primary tank)
9. Winch to all my non-winched trucks
10. Auxillary lighting (aux driving lights, side lights, and back up lights)

 

[kenpugh1]

Thanks for the topic, I enjoyed reading of MOD's

 

[goldneagle]

Let me see, how do I count the ways???

Pair of Air Ride Seats (lowriders)
60 AMP Battery Equalizer
12 space 12 volt fuse panel
12 space 24 volt fuse panel
Fog lamps under front bumper
Four 12 volt outlets on dash
Two 12 volt fans on dash
Solargizer
Large Center Console
First Aid Kit on back of cab
2 extra bows for cab top
Coolant Bypass Filter
Primary Fuel FIlter Upgrade
Oil Filter adapters
Rubber horse stall mats in 109 box
Reese Hitch on rear
Kill switch locking mechanism
Lockable door handles
locking gas cap
locks on Hood (both sides)
locks on tool boxes
New ammo box battery tray
locks on battery compartment
lockable boarding ladder
3 led ceiling lights in cab
LED tail lights
Adjustable cargo tie in rings on 109 box walls. (Unistruts with sliding EYE hooks)
Under deck tool box.
Air tank drain kit.
Muffler!
Gas can locking strap
11.00-20 XL upgrade Singled out!


TO DO LIST:
Double up the 11.00-20 XL's in the rears.
Secondary Fuel filtrer upgrade
Cab Split air conditioning
Small Generator
Cab insulation and rubber mats
12 fuse panel in 109 box
Backup light
backup camera

 

[Hank.]

In no particular order:

1. Spin on filters
2. Pyrometer and turn fuel up
3. Front lockout hubs
4. Replace windshield weatherstripping
5. Install whistler turbo
6. Rooftop A/C powered by generator
7. LED headlights
8. Blast and repaint
9. Locking door handles
10. Train horn
11. Insulate cab for A/C

 

[OldDominionIron]

From the home office in Wahoo, Nebraska, the top ten things I'd like to do to my deuce are.

10. LED taillights/front composite lights
9. Install jeep heater for those wintertime drives
8. Vernier throttle control
7. Install 24v/12 inverter for parade lighting
6. rotating amber convoy beacons
5. Install modified fording kit (or at least extend axle vents to engine compartment.)
4. Intake piping elbow to raise mushroom above hood.
3. 2" receiver hitch to haul civilian trailers
2. Add the little extra things like pioneer tools, jerry can w/holder

And the number one thing I'd like to do to my deuce......
1. Get it a stable mate! (Although it likes the M105A2 trailer, it wants a bigger brother.)

 

[kennys@wi.rr.com]

If I ever buy another cargo truck the first thing I am going to do is drill a 1/2" hole in the bottom of all the stake holes. They just don't drain well enough. I had one that must have filled with water, freeze and expand. That took a little while to get out and left a nice scar.

 

[Josh]

I just came to the realizeation. There is only 4 Mods I've done to my truck.

1 - Pyro
2- Cranked the fuel
3- 2in recevier
4- Kick ass lightbar.

 

[OPCOM]

1. 11.00x20's
2. pre/post luber and spin on oil filter adapters
3. battery equalizer and 12V socket, etc.
4. lockouts on front
5.pyro and boost gauges, turn up fuel
6. air o matic steering
7. auxiliary dash lighting, and dome/map lights, all dimmable
8. drop hitch for civvy trailers
9. A 5" GPS (waterproof marine type, but with detail road maps)
10. radios and antennas setup for amateur and CB communications

 

[goldwing2000]

My list of what I did on mine.

1. Installed Peterbilt air horn
2. Installed Coke-style bottle opener on front side of deuce bed next to the door.
3. Cup holder.
4. Mini-humidor in the glove box.
5. Beer cooler on the front where the winch should be.
6. 12-volt stereo hookup
7. Pair of panties from a stripper I met in Baltimore hanging from the electric wiper switch.

Still need to do:

8. Install kegerator in bed.
9. Install beer taps in the side of the bed, just opposite the kegerator.
10. Install 2-person hammock in the bed for camping/relaxing.

Hey, you gotta ENJOY your ride once you get there too!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wY7JMfor93o[/media]

You, sir, are a friggin' inspiration to us all. Keep up the good work!