So I apologize for not being absolutely clear in this video. I do love my truck and everything about it. This video was to make those folks who are looking into owning one of these and maybe talk some sense into them and go buy one. But just not because it is easy to own one but because it is fun to own. Put your grownup pants on and buy one!!! Don’t be a sissy. 😅
Noooo. I drive and maintain one for our rural fire service as a water tender. It does well in this application, but is pretty out of date and uncomfortable. I suppose instead of talking shit I could makey own video on maintenance tricks, right! Sorry to be a dick, I'm a little jaded, and amused somebody would drive one for fun!
In 1999 my platoon had a deuce with a plate on the dashboard that said "overhauled to taccom standards 1974". As LT, I had to sign for that beast. Good thing I was 91B, so the maintenance crew was in my company, because it needed a full overhaul. BUT....when it was working....it really worked. We almost got it stuck once, all muddy in Washington state on field training....and that thing REALLY goes. We didn't have to do any recovery, it got itself out.
The local onion farm has a pair of red ones that they've been using my entire life to haul onion from the fields to the barn. Youre spot on about treating them well and them doing right by you. Every 5 years or so they'll get a new coat of paint and they just keep on keeping on
My reason would be... I have nowhere to keep it. The HOA would freak out. And, I really would not need that much truck anyway.. But... it is very cool to look at!
Some of those things can be remedied: final drive ratios can be changed & the engine's HP can be upped to make it more roadworthy, and fuel economy and top speed will improve as a result. That said, it loses some of its off-roadability and tow-ability when you change the final drive ratios. So, proceed based on what you bought the truck for. The cabs can be sound-deadened to a point. There are hard tops available for the cabs, to help with creature comfort, and you can install a stereo and speakers - and once you install sound deadening, you'll be able to hear it! Parking & maneuvering only takes a little brain power: if you drive a semi for a living, its a piece if cake. If not, then look at where you want/need to take the truck, and figure out the best way in & out. Same applies if you're in a pickup pulling any kind of trailer - park so that you're out of everybody's way, but can get out with ease. Every Lowe's, Home Depot, and WalMart has entrances and exits for delivery trucks: learn where they are, and use them. Google Earth helps with this. Other than those - it's a big truck, and anything big truck related, is expensive (except maybe brake drums & shoes...comparitively speaking...).
Yes mostly all can be remedied. You just to be smart do your research like you should before buying anything. Make the truck to your specifications and enjoy. Just don’t be a sissy about it. lol. I love my truck and I knew what it was before I bought it. First thing I done to mine was added an EGT gauge and turned the fuel up a smidge and bypassed the FDC and woke the truck up a lil. Then added power steering. Added a few interior comforts and changed the headlights so my blind ass could see. But slowly I am building to my specifications
What is your cruising speed in the 1083a1? Also, how has it been in terms of reliability? The issues I hear with them is what kept me away from getting an LMTV or FMTV
It rolls a comfortable 60mph. It has the lower gears in it. I have had very few issues with it. I switched from engine oil in the trans to ATF that made it shift really nice. I do pretty good maintenance on it maybe that helps. I searched for quite a while before buying it I passed on a lot of hammered trucks. I live in Utah and really got tired of crawling up all the hills in a Deuce with no power not to mention the noise got really old. The air brakes have been outstanding verses air over hydraulic.
@@mikepappas6415 Interesting, when you mentioned lowered gears, you're talking about the OEM gearing or the highway gearing they made for these trucks? Also, is the MPG much worst than the M35s? I'm planning on possibly going with a 12 valve cummins in the M35 and maybe an Eaton TO-11605A, that's if I can find one. I'm planning on also doing the disk brake conversion as well, but I would like to have another big truck to use on the side before I take on this project since it may go on for a little while
Standard gear ratio. Not the highway gears. I am good with the gears it has. I think I am going to put a locking diff in the third axle and call it a day. I think it gets around 8mpg. An engine change would be awesome on your truck.
I still want one but I need to have the resources to take care of it (ie tools, shop space) could care less about cost of tires or fuel economy. Its cool, I want one, and no one is stopping me except my bank account
Fuel economy isn't too bad, depends on how you drive it, tire cost would be an issue though, getting good tires and wheels can cost as much as the truck lol
my dad drove a 5 ton in vietnam 67-68. I think those pictures is what got me hooked into wanting a deuce or 5 ton....the deuce was just my first opertunity to own one.
I got them all. But I own a logistics company and have a full shop. BUT, pretty easy to work on. Grew up FT Hood so always bought anything and everything unlike today's. Your video is great. Every kid wants to buy my surplus but I talk them out of it. Mine stay clean, reliable, and great for the ranch or pulling a john boat for laughs. Young kids really think it's neat! Nope, not a sissy, just a can do grey haired ole boy with a creating smile attitudes for the youth. They make great parade rides for youth sports. But again, your correct, a little tool box isn't going to cut it 😂. 🇺🇸🇺🇸
As crazy as it sounds, you can make it somewhat comfy, I put A/C, power steering, and a radio in mines. I will probably do some minor insulation inside to help reduce the sound just a little bit. Personally, my only issue is mostly just top speed, 47-48 is about the most for me at cruising speed, if I was able to cruise at 60, I'll be 100% more happy with the truck, I still have the 395 tires that I can install, but would hate to lose the acceleration and ability to climb the bridge out here in 5th gear
@@justamanandhisdeuceandahal5399 Yep, the tires is on my list, I had started to install the 395s but I had the wrong wheels to fit on the front, ended up putting the NDTs back on till I get the motivation to get the correct wheels and change them again
@joey8567 🤣 yeah that's what everyone in the county says around here, Camp Taylor, I have m105 trailers, military trucks, military shelters, 3 big military tents, military tires, etc. People tell others when they are telling them directions, when go past house that looks like a military base then you went to far, 🤣. Thinking about making a sign and mounting out front, " Camp Taylor " it makes me feel comfortable, like I'm still in the Marine Corps 🤣
But the downside to a 5 ton is the weight, mpg, and length of the truck, not to mention, super heavy parts, although, I would still love to have a 5 ton one day
1992 I was working at a Mazda dealership in the St. Louis when this old man comes in with his new truck. He said he thinks the speedometer is off because he just drove from Memphis,TN to St. Louis and it only took 4 hours. He said that trip used to take him over 6 hours. I told him I had just made that trip twice in the past year and it took me about 4 hours each time. He laughed and said, " Of course, back then, I was driving a Duece and a Half sipping on a fifth of Jack." I still laugh about everytime I see one. Thanks for sharing yours with us.
10/10 completely obvious. If you need to include parking this in a Walmart parking lot, or needing a tow...you shouldn't even be doin a video. Sorry, bro, your not a tough guy for buying old surplus.
Why???? Love this video!! Basically, "BRO", when us guys have several, we obviously can afford a pick-up and DO NOT rely on Walmart. Enjoy the Prius experience, I reckon you'll surely be a head Turner!😂😂😂.
@joey8567 I am not sure how to react but maybe you misunderstood my video a bit. I love the Deuce...so basically if you watched till the number 10 I thought I spelled it out. But anyway I feel the same way as you...those who don't understand why to own one shouldn't worry why we do own one. 😅
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So I apologize for not being absolutely clear in this video. I do love my truck and everything about it. This video was to make those folks who are looking into owning one of these and maybe talk some sense into them and go buy one. But just not because it is easy to own one but because it is fun to own. Put your grownup pants on and buy one!!! Don’t be a sissy. 😅
Noooo. I drive and maintain one for our rural fire service as a water tender. It does well in this application, but is pretty out of date and uncomfortable. I suppose instead of talking shit I could makey own video on maintenance tricks, right! Sorry to be a dick, I'm a little jaded, and amused somebody would drive one for fun!
In 1999 my platoon had a deuce with a plate on the dashboard that said "overhauled to taccom standards 1974". As LT, I had to sign for that beast. Good thing I was 91B, so the maintenance crew was in my company, because it needed a full overhaul. BUT....when it was working....it really worked. We almost got it stuck once, all muddy in Washington state on field training....and that thing REALLY goes. We didn't have to do any recovery, it got itself out.
The local onion farm has a pair of red ones that they've been using my entire life to haul onion from the fields to the barn. Youre spot on about treating them well and them doing right by you. Every 5 years or so they'll get a new coat of paint and they just keep on keeping on
these trucks are real good work trucks
I had a Deuce and a half girlfriend once ... she didn't last long at all .....😂
My reason would be... I have nowhere to keep it. The HOA would freak out. And, I really would not need that much truck anyway.. But... it is very cool to look at!
Hands down the most fun thing Ive driven on or off road. Id own one or a 5 ton but to tow anything you need a CDL.
Unless you're towing for commercial purposes, all you need is a class a driver's license, same as a big RV
Just like having a semi, going to cost
Some of those things can be remedied: final drive ratios can be changed & the engine's HP can be upped to make it more roadworthy, and fuel economy and top speed will improve as a result. That said, it loses some of its off-roadability and tow-ability when you change the final drive ratios. So, proceed based on what you bought the truck for.
The cabs can be sound-deadened to a point.
There are hard tops available for the cabs, to help with creature comfort, and you can install a stereo and speakers - and once you install sound deadening, you'll be able to hear it!
Parking & maneuvering only takes a little brain power: if you drive a semi for a living, its a piece if cake. If not, then look at where you want/need to take the truck, and figure out the best way in & out. Same applies if you're in a pickup pulling any kind of trailer - park so that you're out of everybody's way, but can get out with ease. Every Lowe's, Home Depot, and WalMart has entrances and exits for delivery trucks: learn where they are, and use them. Google Earth helps with this.
Other than those - it's a big truck, and anything big truck related, is expensive (except maybe brake drums & shoes...comparitively speaking...).
Yes mostly all can be remedied. You just to be smart do your research like you should before buying anything. Make the truck to your specifications and enjoy. Just don’t be a sissy about it. lol. I love my truck and I knew what it was before I bought it. First thing I done to mine was added an EGT gauge and turned the fuel up a smidge and bypassed the FDC and woke the truck up a lil. Then added power steering. Added a few interior comforts and changed the headlights so my blind ass could see. But slowly I am building to my specifications
Deuce owner for 16 years. Loved it. I moved to a 1083A1 5 years ago love it a lot more.
What is your cruising speed in the 1083a1? Also, how has it been in terms of reliability? The issues I hear with them is what kept me away from getting an LMTV or FMTV
It rolls a comfortable 60mph. It has the lower gears in it. I have had very few issues with it. I switched from engine oil in the trans to ATF that made it shift really nice. I do pretty good maintenance on it maybe that helps. I searched for quite a while before buying it I passed on a lot of hammered trucks. I live in Utah and really got tired of crawling up all the hills in a Deuce with no power not to mention the noise got really old. The air brakes have been outstanding verses air over hydraulic.
@@mikepappas6415 Interesting, when you mentioned lowered gears, you're talking about the OEM gearing or the highway gearing they made for these trucks? Also, is the MPG much worst than the M35s?
I'm planning on possibly going with a 12 valve cummins in the M35 and maybe an Eaton TO-11605A, that's if I can find one. I'm planning on also doing the disk brake conversion as well, but I would like to have another big truck to use on the side before I take on this project since it may go on for a little while
Standard gear ratio. Not the highway gears. I am good with the gears it has. I think I am going to put a locking diff in the third axle and call it a day. I think it gets around 8mpg. An engine change would be awesome on your truck.
@@mikepappas6415 That's pretty good, that truck would be a beast with a locker on one of the axles. Also, do you know what's your RPMs are at 60?
Drove one while I was n the Army back in the late 70's.
I still want one but I need to have the resources to take care of it (ie tools, shop space) could care less about cost of tires or fuel economy. Its cool, I want one, and no one is stopping me except my bank account
Fuel economy isn't too bad, depends on how you drive it, tire cost would be an issue though, getting good tires and wheels can cost as much as the truck lol
@@hummerguy I believe it
If anyone's actually curious about fuel mileage, i get between 10 and 12 at cruising speed (45-48mph). The smiles per gallon are a lot more impressive
Yep same
Drove on in Nam 67-68 . 543rd trans 48 group , Dam fine truck.
my dad drove a 5 ton in vietnam 67-68. I think those pictures is what got me hooked into wanting a deuce or 5 ton....the deuce was just my first opertunity to own one.
Buried deep but obviously in this video is a self-evident commentary on the military industrial complex.
I got them all. But I own a logistics company and have a full shop. BUT, pretty easy to work on. Grew up FT Hood so always bought anything and everything unlike today's. Your video is great. Every kid wants to buy my surplus but I talk them out of it. Mine stay clean, reliable, and great for the ranch or pulling a john boat for laughs. Young kids really think it's neat! Nope, not a sissy, just a can do grey haired ole boy with a creating smile attitudes for the youth. They make great parade rides for youth sports. But again, your correct, a little tool box isn't going to cut it 😂. 🇺🇸🇺🇸
As crazy as it sounds, you can make it somewhat comfy, I put A/C, power steering, and a radio in mines. I will probably do some minor insulation inside to help reduce the sound just a little bit. Personally, my only issue is mostly just top speed, 47-48 is about the most for me at cruising speed, if I was able to cruise at 60, I'll be 100% more happy with the truck, I still have the 395 tires that I can install, but would hate to lose the acceleration and ability to climb the bridge out here in 5th gear
yes I also installed power steering. I would love ac but need tires first.
Mines?
@@justamanandhisdeuceandahal5399 Yep, the tires is on my list, I had started to install the 395s but I had the wrong wheels to fit on the front, ended up putting the NDTs back on till I get the motivation to get the correct wheels and change them again
I agree, 'sshoulda got a 5ton!
Why I own both.
@@staym925
Absolutely!! My ranch looks like a base. 😂😂😂.
@joey8567 🤣 yeah that's what everyone in the county says around here, Camp Taylor, I have m105 trailers, military trucks, military shelters, 3 big military tents, military tires, etc. People tell others when they are telling them directions, when go past house that looks like a military base then you went to far, 🤣. Thinking about making a sign and mounting out front, " Camp Taylor " it makes me feel comfortable, like I'm still in the Marine Corps 🤣
5 tons are better in my opinion. Much more ground clearance. Not THAT much wider.
But the downside to a 5 ton is the weight, mpg, and length of the truck, not to mention, super heavy parts, although, I would still love to have a 5 ton one day
Wait, so if I don't want a truck that you pretty much need to have earpro on when you're driving it, I'm a sissy? Not sure how that works.
You should make the music louder. And your voice, quieter.
I will correct that thanks
good manure hauler
I agree with all 10 reasons yet I would still choose to drive one!
your music was 3x louder than your voice and blew out my ears
my apologies I will correct that in the future
You buys a truck for gas milage
1992 I was working at a Mazda dealership in the St. Louis when this old man comes in with his new truck. He said he thinks the speedometer is off because he just drove from Memphis,TN to St. Louis and it only took 4 hours. He said that trip used to take him over 6 hours. I told him I had just made that trip twice in the past year and it took me about 4 hours each time. He laughed and said, " Of course, back then, I was driving a Duece and a Half sipping on a fifth of Jack." I still laugh about everytime I see one.
Thanks for sharing yours with us.
That's why it's only worth 3k!
These are your regrets, not reasons.
I have no regrets
Yeah you shouldnt, just give to me and ill take that burden off your hands. I love my m35a2, but i love my m925 a little more.
To long of an intro. Yes, we ALL KNOW if we like the video and the Channel to subscribe and hit the LIKE BUTTON.
Thanks I will shorten it...much appreciated
10/10 completely obvious. If you need to include parking this in a Walmart parking lot, or needing a tow...you shouldn't even be doin a video. Sorry, bro, your not a tough guy for buying old surplus.
you are correct thanks for pointing that out your the coolest guy I know now
Why???? Love this video!! Basically, "BRO", when us guys have several, we obviously can afford a pick-up and DO NOT rely on Walmart. Enjoy the Prius experience, I reckon you'll surely be a head Turner!😂😂😂.
BRO😂😂😂. I'll be giving you a nickname 😁. "TURNIP" 🎉🇺🇸
@joey8567 I am not sure how to react but maybe you misunderstood my video a bit. I love the Deuce...so basically if you watched till the number 10 I thought I spelled it out. But anyway I feel the same way as you...those who don't understand why to own one shouldn't worry why we do own one. 😅