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Chevy 1008 pickup. Top to bottom. Suspension, drivetrain, ELECTRICAL. They`ll take a beating.

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I take care of several of these beasts used for extremely severe service, off road, ditch jumping, rock hopping, buffalo chasing work horses.

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In Category Military Vehicle Repair

Subject	Date Asked

M1009	3/31/2008
Q: Van, welcome back from vacation! Hope it was enjoyable. We have read nearly every one of your ... A: I believe it isn't a mysterious ground....I believe it is a poor ground. Run a ground cable from the ...
M1009 Glow plug relay	1/31/2008
Q: I have a 1986 M1009. I have converted the starting system to 12V and run it almost entirely on ... A: The 12 volts wouldn't do anything, since when you have the ignition switch in the run position, ...
m1009 starting problem	10/1/2007
Q: I have a 1986 m1009 with the 6.2. It has been converted from 24v to 12v. It sat for a number of ... A: The filter mount on the passengers side of the firewall. I have had the bleed screw on top of that ...
CUCV	9/4/2007
Q: My 84 M1009 blows out about 16 oz. of water out the right exaust when started. It starts and runs ... A: Didn't think of this before, but if you never need to add coolant, and there is no sign of ...
gear ratio on 85 m1009 blazer	7/19/2007
Q: i recently came across an 85 military blazer w/6.2l non-turbo diesel & turbo 400 transmission. it ... A: ' First make sure it is shifting to hi. A bad vacuum modulator won't let it shift. Also, if the ...
vehicle electrical problem	6/1/2007
Q: i drive a kia sportage 2.0 year 2000 i have had a problem with the vehicle after driving i cannot ... A: Alarm system might be. If it does it all the time, try a cheap fix. Disconnect the control wires to ...
Battery installation	5/31/2007
Q: Guys I pulled a stupid one. The Batteries on my 1009 were dead after this winter. I pulled them out ... A: First of all, the front one being dead would be common, since that is the one that supplies the 12 ...
M1009 Pre-Purchase 1984	5/28/2007
Q: We’ve found a similar rig here in Corvallis Oregon - 1984 that was used as a Fire Command Vehicle. ... A: E mail me at richard_vannatta@sbcglobal.net Enjoyed talking with you. Call back some time. Van
M1008	5/25/2007
Q: I recently bought an '84 M1008. It runs fine, but it doesn't pass inspection in Utah. I've got turn ... A: They are just standard Chevy truck problems, nothing military specific. Just a regular 84 Chiltons ...
M35 24 v to 12 v	5/23/2007
Q: I have a M35A2 which is 24 volt and an equipment trailer that is 12 volt, I need the adapter that ... A: You could use a separate brake controller, and just wire it to the 12 volt point in the battery ...
Dear Van, I have a problem with my CUCV M1008	5/22/2007
Q: I have a problem with my CUCV M1008 I purchased it a month ago with only 7,730 miles, and have since ... A: I think we are about there. There is a wire that goes to the passengers side of the injector pump, ...
Dear Van, I have a problem with my CUCV M1008	5/20/2007
Q: I have a problem with my CUCV M1008 I purchased it a month ago with only 7,730 miles, and have since ... A: There is no pump in the tank, and only a sock. I assume you have checked the hose from the filter ...
M1009 No Start	5/14/2007
Q: I just purchased an 1984 m1009 blazer from a military surplus auction. All in all it's not in bad ... A: On the right/passengers side head, way back near the back end of the head, down just above the edge ...
12 Volt Conversion	4/28/2007
Q: I know that I need to relocate the wires running through the transformer on the firewall but I need ... A: You didn't give much information here. I don't know what you are working on, or trying to do. But ...
Where To Buy Starter Relay?	4/27/2007
Q: I blew a starter and the starter relay under the dash. Anyone know where I can buy one? (hopefully ... A: If you want to stay with the orriginal military version, go to memphisequipment.com But it just ...
1994 C1500 cranks but wont start	4/24/2007
Q: Aloha!, A friend of mine tried to jump start his truck using a golf cart (36 volts if im not ... A: I assume you are talking about a civilian truck, even in the military vehicle repair section? So I ...
M35a2	4/23/2007
Q: Our Fire dept. has a m35a2 6x6 that we have made into a tanker truck and would like to know if there ... A: I have been maintaining a fleet for over 27 years. I have always had some military surplus vehicles ...
voltmeter.	3/29/2007
Q: I recently purchased a m1009, which I just converted to run on vegetable oil, but I am having a ... A: The volt meter should only be registering when the ignition is on. There is a relay that should ...
M-1009 Chev. Military Blazer	3/28/2007
Q: in your answer on how to jump start am-1009 with a regular 12 v. system...do the 2 mil. batts that ... A: No, don't unhook anything. You can jump to either battery, but the front one is almost always the ...
M1009 glow plugs	3/27/2007
Q: Are the original glow plugs from 1984 (-20 P) still good for installation. I had 6 NOS glow plugs ... A: 13G is what you want. After the relay closes, the voltage will be 12 volts, but if you just measure ...
running problems	3/15/2007
Q: yes, i am getting ready to buy a m1009 in a few days from someone in my local town. they have not ... A: I have had that problem before. If it will then start after a couple minutes of cranking, or ...
24volt gauge	2/22/2007
Q: I have a 24volt gauge from a M1008. Is there a way to install it in my 1985 M1009 even though my ... A: You are correct...one side connects to ground. The other connects to 24 volts, but through a relay, ...
Hard to start, smokes excessively for a while	2/20/2007
Q: I don't think it is the glow plugs as it continues to run poorly for up to 20 minutes after its ... A: The return line comes up off the front of the injector pump. The fitting right there on the cover ...
Hard to start, smokes excessively for a while	2/19/2007
Q: So I have a 1986 Chevy 1 ton 6.2L diesel. I am still having trouble starting it and it smokes a lot ... A: I had almost all of my injector pumps rebuilt, but not to say yours needs it. I would first remove ...
starter problem	2/18/2007
Q: Van, This is more advice than a question. The gentleman in the previous e mail said about smoke ... A: I remember answering a question a while back, and I did mention the fusible links, but on my trucks ...
STARTER PROBLEM	2/12/2007
Q: The information was very helpfull. I inspected all of the wires and they appear to be in good shape. ... A: Yes, that is what the fusible links look like. Actually, the pregnant looking thing is the splice ...
STARTER PROBLEM	2/11/2007
Q: My son has an 1986 military diesel truck with the 6.2 liter diesel that has run fantastic. It had ... A: \ I jump them quite often with a 12 volt Ford. The trick is to jump to just one battery, and to ...
M1009 CUCV Gen #2 Relay	2/5/2007
Q: I'm trying to understand the functioning of the charge light relay on the #2 generator. The wiring ... A: Lets do the relay first. The pink/black wire is from the ignition switch/fuse block. It isn't 24 ...
M 1010 to pick up	1/26/2007
Q: what about all the wiring... can I just cut through all of them.. and do I just need to cut off the ... A: Yes to both questions, but when you cut the wire harness to the ambulance body, either have the ...
M 1010 to pick up	1/25/2007
Q: I read one of your posting regarding changing a m1010 to a pick up, is it a big job to do? this is ... A: There were a few of us working on it, but no, it really wasn't much of a problem. With the bed ...
Hard to start, runs rough, whirling sound/start	1/13/2007
Q: The batteries were low and I did repeated starts. I put new batteries in, but when I start the ... A: The whirling sound may well be the starter still spinning, or the heater blower motor. There is a ...
M-1009 glow plug system	1/10/2007
Q: Thanx Van for upur past and present advice. I am repeating this just in case my "comments" get ... A: Yes, Ed, a bad module COULD cause that. Or the relay contacts could arc and stick closed.\ Or the ...
M-1009 glow plug system	1/8/2007
Q: After replacing all glow plugs (13 G NAPA )and glow plug relay (with as suggested Borg Warner S 55 ... A: The reason for the S-55, is because it has an isolated winding. If you measure continuity from one ...
M1010 conversion to P/U	1/5/2007
Q: I just purchased a 1010 ambulance that has low miles and runs great. I would like to remove the body ... A: I have some of them in my fleet at work. I have removed the beds from two, and installed pickup ...
charging system	12/27/2006
Q: I found a, what looks like, a pretty informative forum called Steel Soldiers. Here is a link to the ... A: I have also found that 1010 system to be unreliable, harder to work on, very expensive. I still have ...
charging system	12/26/2006
Q: I was able to download a service manual online and following the steps on troubleshooting the ... A: Yes, that could easily be your problem. Go to about any alternator/starter repair shop. I'd take one ...
charging system	12/23/2006
Q: I did like you said, with the vehicle off my first battery has 12.6 volts. After starting the ... A: So yours has the leece-Neville alternators. The others are 100 amp Delcos. I am thoroughly familiar ...
1985 4X4 MILITARY DEISEL	12/22/2006
Q: WE FOUND AN ENGINE BLOCK HEATER THAT PLUGS TO THE FREEZE PLUG NOT SURE HOW TO OPERRATE ALSO THERE IS ... A: It's a 6.2 If it was just a pickup truck for the military, they called it a 1008. If it was an ...
charging system	12/21/2006
Q: I recently purchased a 1985 Chevrolet 1-ton ambulance. The truck is running great. It has a 6.2 ... A: That truck has a very intricate, and expensive charging system. In addition to the built in ...
1985 4X4 MILITARY DEISEL	12/19/2006
Q: WE FOUND AN ENGINE BLOCK HEATER THAT PLUGS TO THE FREEZE PLUG NOT SURE HOW TO OPERRATE ALSO THERE IS ... A: I am familiar with the trucks, but not that heater pump thing. I would guess that it was rigged for ...
M-1009 Chev. Military Blazer	12/7/2006
Q: If the glow plug relay is bad, in that it engages relay, to burn up glow plugs.....will this screw ... A: Yes,If the glow plug relay is bad, incorrectly wired, or the wrong one, it could screw up the glow ...
M-1009 Chev. Military Blazer	12/6/2006
Q: Have replaced the glow plug relay,glow plugs and glow plug module card and the 2 small wire on the ... A: One of the small wires should be hot when the ignition switch is in run.\ The other small wire goes ...
M-1009 Chev. Military Blazer	11/29/2006
Q: Is their a special reason a Borg Warner S 55 glow plug relay is recommended over a GM 6.2 Diesel ... A: The relay just needs to have isolated pullin windings, meaning the small terminals are not grounded. ...
injector pump and glow plug problem	11/27/2006
Q: I paid to get my injector pump rebuilt. The man filled it about half way as he said. Do I need to ... A: You will need to bleed the fuel filter and injector pump when you install it. I would disconnect the ...
M-1009 Chev. Military Blazer	11/24/2006
Q: What is a "controller" and can it be replaced as a module/unit on a M-1009 6.2 L ?After changing the ... A: A controller, is a solid state circuit board, located above the brake pedal area. There is a ...
M-1009 Chev. Military Blazer	11/22/2006
Q: After changing the glow plug relay and engaging the ignition key glow plugs will just about destroy ... A: The glow plugs will destroy themselves if the relay stays closed too long, for whatever reason it ...
cold weather starting	11/20/2006
Q: Van, I just recently bought a 86 cucv w/34,000 on it. The question that I have is about cold ... A: I grew up in Smethport ...around the Bradford area, and some time around Eldred. Deep snow, and ...
Glow plug & electrical on 1008 truck	11/17/2006
Q: Van, I'm thinking that from what you said that the solenoid/relay is bad. The first time I had ... A: The reason for the bigger spade terminals is they are for a different application. By wiring the ...
Glow plug & electrical on 1008 truck	11/16/2006
Q: Van, Thanks for your help previously with my truck it was very helpfull! I've encountered another ... A: Yes, the controller is near the fuse block under the dash. The relay and the solenoid on the ...
M1009 Hard Start/Goofy Noise	11/8/2006
Q: Gotta crank it alot. No problem later in day . Anyway I have looked at the other help you have given ... A: A noise before you start cranking the engine isn't fuel related. That engine has a mechanical fuel ...
m1010	11/2/2006
Q: I have a m1010 that is mostly complete but it seems to be missing some switches that control the ... A: The rear heater in the ambulance is completely controlled from back in the rear of the ambulance ...
m1010 wont start	10/24/2006
Q: i just bought a m1010 ambulance that came from border patrol in california, only had ... A: The glow plug controller is above the brake pedal. It is a plastic housing about four inches wide, ...
starting system	10/17/2006
Q: I need the switch under the dash that switches the 12 to 24 volts going to the starter solenoid. Do ... A: You could actually temporarily use a push button to carry the 24 volts. You could also use any 12 ...
M-1009 Chev. Military Blazer	10/16/2006
Q: For the M-1009 Blazer..What is the voltage/amps coming across the glow plug relay when relay is ... A: It is correct that 24 volts go to the resistor. The hi amps/lo amps....?? The glow plugs are twelve ...
M1010 Electrical	10/14/2006
Q: The Hartford PD (which I work for) has an M1010 for it's uses. Except that I have no 12V service in ... A: I had already left work when you called. Tried to call you. Coretta said you wanted me to resend ...
Chevy M-1009 Blazer	10/12/2006
Q: Being somewhat new as a M-1009...What is the voltage to the glow plugs ? Is the glow plug relay a ... A: The glowplugs are 12 volt. The relay can be replaced with a commercially available Niehoff S55. ...
winch	10/11/2006
Q: Van,bought a new electric winch today for a really good price. Got any idea how to hook up the ... A: Connect the ground cable to the frame. Connect the red, or hot cable to the Pos cable of the front ...
alternators	10/8/2006
Q: Van,thanks for all the info you gave me. I figured it out pretty easily. My alt.2 light comes on ... A: Unhooking that in dash volt meter won't make any difference. That little push on stud on the left ...
Cucv alternator	10/7/2006
Q: Van, I reinstalled the passenger side alternator this morning. Everything is ok,for now. The fuse ... A: That pair of blocks on the passengers side is where all the 24 volt things are connected. The ...
cucv alternator	10/6/2006
Q: Van,got the starter fixed on my cucv. went to start it the next morning to find the front battery ... A: The front battery operates almost everything on the truck. The rear one is only used for the ...
Glow plug & electrical on 1008 truck	10/5/2006
Q: Van, Thanks for the answers! I've got a couple more questions to clarify things a bit for me. This ... A: Correct on cutting the wire. That black plastic diamond shaped junction block on the firewall is ...
Glow plug & electrical on 1008 truck	10/4/2006
Q: I've got a 87 chevy CUCV that was parked for 2 months. When I attempted to start it, it wouldn't ... A: On most of my 1008's, I have done away with the 24 volts to the glow plugs only. I still use the 24 ...
Cucv starter	10/3/2006
Q: Van,in response to your answer on my starter problem. I had it repaired again and put it in this ... A: The solenoid is marked 24 volt. A 12 volt solenoid will burn up. The bracket can be bought at any ...
help	10/2/2006
Q: do you know where can i buy good & cheap OXYGNE SENSOR TESTER (diagnostic tool) for oxygen sensors. ... A: Go to a parts house, and get them to connect their scan tool. You can read them while they work. If ...
cucv m1008 colors codes	10/1/2006
Q: I have a 1984 cucv m1008,a former camo green navy seebee unit.I would like to have the paint redone ... A: Is there an additional question here? I don't think the military pays much attention to a color ...
not military but , 24volt to 12volt	9/30/2006
Q: I HAVE AN OLDER SEMI TRUCK (1982 KW) ONLY THE STARTER REQUIRES 24 VOLTS,I WOULD LIKE TO RUN 4 ... A: That is the kind of stuff I do, but there is no way I can explain it on here. You can easily replace ...
starter	9/24/2006
Q: Van,I have had to have my starter fixed again for the fourth time today. Its still 24 volt. Is there ... A: Under the dash is a relay. It is operated by 12 volts, but switches 24 volts to the starter ...
Engine swap	9/14/2006
Q: Van, have you ever swapped motors in a cucv? Is it pretty straight forward or is there any tricks to ... A: I have swapped the engine, and nothing special about it. I have not seen one with a turbo. I would ...
M1010	9/13/2006
Q: I have found a M1010,that I would like to buy the engine is low milage, and it has a rebuilt trans ... A: The plugs may be burned out. Test them with an ohm meter. Now....you could operate the glow plugs ...
24 volt electrical: one battery not charging	9/11/2006
Q: I have a CUCV with a 24/12-volt system. All of a sudden one of the batteries is not charging (the ... A: In the dash, above the parking brake lever, is the light for alt 2 on? If not, the bulb could be ...
cucv 1009 batteries	9/10/2006
Q: I'm in need of replacement batterys for my 1986 CUCV 1009. I would like to replace them with the ... A: memphisequipment.com should have them, or tell you where to get them, but I just use Interstate ...
12 conversion	9/5/2006
Q: Van, My truck is also whats left of a 1010. Mine now has a pickup bed on it and was converted over. ... A: Yes, the compressor was on the drivers side...and it was only for an air conditioner mounted above ...
M1010 to 12 volt conversion	9/3/2006
Q: I read your other post recommending not to change over to a 12 volt system - just curious as to why ... A: I believe I said not to switch...unless you had the 1010. Yours would definately be cost ...
12 conversion	9/1/2006
Q: Van, could you give me the instructions on how to convert my truck to 12 volts? I get different ... A: My advice is....don't. Exactly, what is your truck? A 1008, a 1010, a CUCV?? The ONLY 24 volt ...
Generator light	8/30/2006
Q: I just installed a new alternator on the driver side and it is puting out 13.9 volts at idle but the ... A: 13.9 is just a little bit low...I would like 14 to 14.5 volts. Are you sure the belt is tight? ...
1986 m1009 Master Cylinder	8/27/2006
Q: I am wondering what the unit is between the master brake cylinder and the firewall? Power steering ... A: That thing is a Hydroboost unit...hydraulic assist power brakes. Then the fluid goes to the steering ...
1986 cucv blazer	8/15/2006
Q: I just purched this cucv with 69000 miles on it head lights initially worked on low beam,but not on ... A: Turn the blackout lights off. The headlights and turn signale won't work with them on, nor the stop ...
Flywheel teeth	8/13/2006
Q: My K5 ('86 ex-military from Germany) misses a few teeth from the flywheel (I hate that shrieking ... A: I think it is because the starter mounting bolts work loose, and are not cought soon enough. The ...
Key for M 1008 CD-30903	8/3/2006
Q: Van, I"m to pick-up my first M1008 and have hit the wall trying to get an ignition/door key in ... A: The site manager? You bought a truck from some place, and they won't give you a key? ALL 1008 keys ...
M1008	7/30/2006
Q: I have read one of your answers on the M1008 electrical system and was wondering, I have one with ... A: I am a firefighter also, over here in Oklahoma. Checked out your home page. That big resistor will ...
cocv stalling	7/27/2006
Q: I have a 86 cucv that that has no power and stalls alot. Changed fuel filter on fire wall and also ... A: That little fitting where the return hose connects....remove it, and make sure you can blow thru it. ...
Relay	7/15/2006
Q: Van,Do I need a relay like the ones that come with some fog light kits? A little black box? Are they ... A: Fog light relay would probably be heavy enough, though I'm not sure. That big solenoid looking one ...
Relay	7/14/2006
Q: Van this is just a follow up to the previous question. Do I need to put something inline of the wire ... A: First off, I might not run the wire from the alternator. I would use that power tap on the firewall, ...
m1010 cucv electrical problem	7/13/2006
Q: I have a m1010 cucv ambulance that, for some reason, keeps draining the front battery and killing ... A: The front battery operates everything on the truck except the starter. The starter is the only 24 ...
Truck numbers	7/11/2006
Q: Van, when you guys refer to 1008 and 1110 and 1009 and all the other numbers how do I know which I ... A: A 1008 is just a plain looking pickup. A 1009 is a Blazer. A 1010 is just about like a 1008, except ...
84 Chevy Military Diesel Starter Problem	6/30/2006
Q: We have a 1984 Chevy Military Pickup, 4X4, 6.2 diesel motor. The starter has been grinding up the ... A: I got an answer back from Memphis Equipment. I would foreward it, but this site doesn't have that ...
84 Chevy Military Diesel Starter Problem	6/28/2006
Q: We have a 1984 Chevy Military Pickup, 4X4, 6.2 diesel motor. The starter has been grinding up the ... A: Memphisequipment.com Any starter/alternator repair shop can rebuild the starter. You may need a new ...
tires, lift	6/12/2006
Q: I have an '83 Military blazer; 6.2L 4X4. Want to put on some large tires for looks mostly. This is ... A: Sounds almost like Hummer tires. Lift will depend on how much you care if they rub a little when you ...
M1008 Glow plugs Voltage and glow sequence	6/7/2006
Q: On my M1008, I was wondering could I remove the glow plug resistor bank and put 12V directly on my ... A: Yes, remove the resistor, and connect to 12 volts. I think about seven seconds, but don't quote me ...
84 m1008	5/29/2006
Q: I recently acquired a 1984 M1008 I have read your answers on the electrical system my question is ... A: Series paralell....Hmmm, I don't know. What it does, is, use a 12 volt pullin coil to close a ...
alternator bolt	5/9/2006
Q: Do you know where I can get the long lower bolt the holds the passenger side alternator on my cucv? ... A: Instead of a parts store, try a hardware type store. See if there is a Fastenall near you. A machine ...
12 volt conversion of CUCV	5/8/2006
Q: Saw your article about 12v conversion of the 24v CUCV that was posted back in 2003. You mentioned ... A: Not a whole lot of converting to do, because just about everything on the truck orriginally was 12 ...
M-1009 Meltdown	5/6/2006
Q: I installed a brand new, not rebuilt, brand new military starter in my M-1009 a couple of weeks ago. ... A: Beg to differ with you on the starter lasting more than a day...it is the solenoid that wouldn't ...
cucv question	4/29/2006
Q: How many miles do you have on your trucks. Can I expect to get a lot out of one with regular ... A: How many miles I have is not a good comparison. The miles my trucks get on them are harder than even ...
Chevy cucv	4/28/2006
Q: I own a 1985 cucv pickup. I have owned it for 11 years. I recently had to have the starter ... A: No. That red terminal is electrically the same as the positive post of the front battery, and the ...
chevy 1008 parts	4/25/2006
Q: where can i find a new glow plug "card"? will ordinary 12 volt alternators fit/work? my large ... A: First for the resistor.....you can just forget it, and run a little jumper wire from the 12 volt ...
Where would I go to buy an...	4/20/2006
Q: Where would I go to buy an M1008? I live around Dallas, Texas A: Watch the government surplus auction site, for vehicles, as well as a lot of other interesting ...
cucv 1009	3/15/2006
Q: Van, what about the electical side of the problem? Any ideas as to why its doing this? RobElectrical ... A: I sent this yesterday, but in case you didn't get it, here it is again. Hello Rob, Those readings ...
CUCV 1008 electrical	2/12/2006
Q: I have a mint condition 1008 which worked well until this second snow storm of the year hit. The ... A: So...how did you get a mint 1008? Your problem sounds like a fusible link, or the connector where ...
85 Blazer brakes	1/31/2006
Q: Van, Good call on the ether. It fired up on the second turn. I checked Memphis Equipment for the ... A: I finally was able to connect. Good deal on the controller. Brake fluid...Hmmm. I bet that has a ...
85 Blazer brakes	1/31/2006
Q: Van, Good call on the ether. It fired up on the second turn. I checked Memphis Equipment for the ... A: Sorry for the time, but I haven't been able to log on for a couple days. I typed in an answer for ...
Another M1008 glow plug question	1/16/2006
Q: I recently bought an 86 with 104K and a plow for $2,000! I'm here in the NE and it's 16 degrees ... A: Actually, that thing under the hood that looks like an old solenoid, is a relay. The actual ...
1985 M1009 electrical system	1/14/2006
Q: I've got a blazer with electrical parts missing (mostly under the dash). From your description of ... A: Memphisequipment.com is the only place I know of to get parts, and I would bet they can get the ...
CUCV M1009 Starter Problem	12/27/2005
Q: Van, I notice that you're an expert on these. I have an M1009 1984 CUCV. I had the 24v Starter ... A: What you are hearing under the dash is a relay. It is operated by the key switch, and is operated by ...
No fire to glow plugs	12/7/2005
Q: I have an 1986 Chevy 1008. The other day the battery grounded out and caused a power failure. Now ... A: 12 volts is what you need at the relay. Some 1008's have a large resistor across the firewall that ...
M1009 Starter questions	8/10/2005
Q: My 1009 CUCV's old starter had damaged teeth on the starter gear and would make a loud grinding ... A: Sounds like someone did some converting, and if that is true, it will be very hard to help from ...
M1009 CUCV	7/1/2005
Q: Van, Thank you very much for your rapid reply. Do you think the blue smoke could be related to ... A: I think the blue smoke is unburned fuel. The glow plugs can cause it, or the injector pump advances ...
M1009 CUCV	6/30/2005
Q: I am considering purchasing a 1984 CUCV that the owner states has "very" low mileage (1000). He ... A: I have about six 1008's in my fleet now. I have had 1009's, and other mil vehicles. It sounds like ...
Career	5/23/2005
Q: First off i'd like to say i appreciate what u are doin for our country.Keepin it safe and all. What ... A: First I would like to clarify, that just because I know a bunch about military vehicles, doesn't ...
M1009 Cucv starter problem	5/15/2005
Q: I have a 1984 M1009 CUCV. Was having starter problems, so I replace the old starter with new Delco ... A: "The old starter always worked (just the wrong voltage and had stripped teeth). "?? So...what ...
Oil Cooler Hose Leak	5/5/2005
Q: Not sure if you can help me with this, but here it goes. 2002 Chevy Blazer 2 Door 2 Wheel Drive I ... A: It can be a pain, but it can also be done in the driveway. I might try just puting hose clamps on ...
cucv 1008	4/20/2005
Q: Van, Just bought a '86 cucv 1008. Looks like a great truck. Tough and heavy duty!!! This truck has ... A: No posi on the front end. I think LT 285/85R16's will fit eight in. The rear diff is probably a ...
please help	4/17/2005
Q: how are you? first of all i like to thank you for your free service and time. Sir my question is, ... A: I like a Fluke, but any analog or digital meter will work to check for that power, as well as a test ...
M38A1 Jeep Clutch replacement	4/8/2005
Q: What is the recommended way to get at the clutch for replacement. (Drop the transmission/transfer ... A: I don't know, but I think I would just pull the tranny and transfer case. I'd sure think that would ...
alternator for m1008	3/2/2005
Q: 1985 M1008 6.2L desiel 4X4 24 volt starting system I need a replacement alt. for the driver's side ... A: That is a civilian alternator. There are two alternators on the truck, and they are both identical, ...
86 m1008 electrical	2/9/2005
Q: I am trying to wire up a 94 chev 350 TBI into my originally 6.2 equipped 86 m1008 pickup. Have the ... A: I really don't know if I can be much help on that. I have a bunch of the 1008's, and have worked on ...
Cars	1/3/2005
Q: 1. What is your occupation title? 2. What are the duties and responsibilities of your job? 3. What ... A: 1. Maintenance Mechanic 2. Maintain a fleet of firetrucks, law enforcement vehicles, and maintenance ...
V8 Engine and spec request???	11/22/2004
Q: I have only a V8 engine, and I am looking to find out what type it is? I need to tune it up but ... A: Go to this site, http://www.chevytalk.org/threads/ubbthreads.php?Cat=0&C=6 and if it is a Chevy ...
Hi my name is conor larkin...	5/6/2004
Q: wich school did you go to. what made you go into the military. was boot camp hard. were are you ... A: That is kind of a long question, so I saved it for last. I am not in the military right now, ...
Hello My van Astro van...	3/24/2004
Q: My van Astro van has no other place now but park under the strong Arizona sun. 1 would it hurt ... A: Wax the paint, use a reflective shield inside the windshield to protect the dash and interior, and ...
converting m1008 to 12v.	10/10/2003
Q: how difficult is it to convert a m1008 6.2l diesel to a 12volt electrical system? and is it worth ... A: Everything on your 1008 is 12 volt except for the starter, and the relay that operates the starter. ...
Doom Light	5/12/2003
Q: I have a problem with my 1998 Ranger - my dome light stays on about 90% of the time. How can it be ... A: I am sorry this is so late. I have been out of town all week, and had put myself on vacation, but ...
chevy hard start hot 6.2 turbo diesel	10/1/2002
Q: I HAVE A FRIEND THAT HAS A 96 CHEVY TURBO DIESEL THAT WONT START HOT, STARTS OK COLD. WE HAVE ... A: On the right front corner of the engine, with I believe an orange and a white wire going to it. I ...
electrical problems	7/29/2002
Q: van, iknow this isnt about a chevy truck its about a 94 chevy caprice police package. i have analog ... A: Sounds like a loose connection on the ignition switch, which is on the steering column, above the ...
front end shimmy	12/4/2001
Q: I have a 1985 m1008, that has a terrible shimmy in the front end. When you hit a moderate bump or ... A: Make sure the tires are balanced, no slack in any of the ball joints and tie rod ends,(Which you ...
GM Defense	11/8/2001
Q: I was wondering if you know anything about the GM defense department that supplies military ... A: That's an interesting question. I don't really know the inner workings of the military contracting ...
window motors	7/7/2001
Q: I have a Chevy Astro van 1995 and the window motor for the passenger window has started to slow down ... A: That depends on just how much you feel comfortable with. But yes, a handy person can surely do it ...

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