M1028 CUCV Build

[Chief_919]

Thanks for the info Chef. I've been debating doing a regear to 4.10's to keep the truck from hunting in and out of OD, but the torque converter mod might be a better solution.

It requires some internal mods to the transmission to work properly long term without damage, so find a good transmission shop who knows 700R4's.

You can try it short term without hurting anything, just disconnect the wiring harness that goes in on the left side. But don't run it long term like that or with heavy loads, so just pull that out and see if you like how it runs.

 

[lstzephyr]

Welcome to the club. I daily drive a 1028 on 9.00 r 16's with a FWC in the back.

I'm sure you are aware of it, but http://www.steelsoldiers.com/cucv/ is a great site.
Search first before posting any questions.

Would you happen to have a picture? I would like to see it.

Very informative thread!

 

[MakersTeleMark]

These are a year old, but give you the general idea.

And yes, I'm running STA Superlugs.

 

[Chief_919]

One of the reasons I am keeping the trucks 24v/12v hybrid electrical system is that there is a lot of cool stuff the military has that can run on 24v. I used one of them today- sorry I didn't get more pics, I will soon.

For those not familiar, military vehicles all have what is known as a slave cable connector. In typical military jargon, jump starting a vehicle is called slave starting. By putting the connector on every vehicle, it is far easier to jump start any vehicle. That is also one reason all tactical vehicles are 24v.

Of course there are lots of other great uses as well. The military comes up with lots of other uses for that outlet, and one was one I used today to change the tire on an M416 trailer I am about to sell.

28v impact wrench! It has lots of torque, and is quick to deploy and use.

Yes, I now that isn't an impact socket but it was getting late and it worked.

I also have a large fuel pump, my Ready Welder, and some other cool 24v stuff I run from the same connector.

 

[dieselfuel]

awesome truck man! i'm a sucker for old GMs, and the K30s are the cream of the crop. i'm not too familiar with the military ones but that connector looks useful as hell.

 

[Chief_919]

Got my pioneer tool rack setup today. The rack is the one from a military HMMWV, but I love using them for trucks like this. Great way to stow your tools.

Once the tool box/aux fuel tank is in the bed, I will have this mounted to the back of it facing the bed.

 

[chilliwak]

Chief, I am hoping your rig is coming along nicely! Please keep us up to date with LOTS OF PICS!:ylsmoke:

 

[Outback]

I too am a fan of the CUCV family line with the M1028 top on that list. When I am home which isnt often, I spend most of that time working on my M1028. I love what you have done so far. Keep up the great work.

 

[Outback]

Any Updates?

 

[dblsprt68]

I've been to Clyde! My wifes step-father grew up there. That house got messed up during the flood many years ago... Love the CUCV, was looking at them; but wound up with a Suburban. This works out much better for family hauling. It's our trailer pulling, outback treking and general bug out truck!!! David