One way to get the engine to turn over if it's not wanting to is to cover the exhaust exit with a binder/book. Usually helps a lot if they're being stubborn...
Own a '99 1123 and my cold start was doing the exact thing with the relays clicking...put a multi-meter on the glow plug wire and a ground and you will see the voltage pulsing which eventually fried my glow plugs...a new control box is the answer. I had the same version PCB as you and was told it should have never been sold to me like that...the seller did the right thing and sent me a newer version (S3) along with a sending unit and it cold starts no problem!
I bought a 07 M1097A2 with 40k miles. Stated it doesn't run missing radiator. Hoping its not locked up. I know this is a broad question, but do you have any pointers on how to approach this build or just advice in general about this model? Trying to get a list together to be somewhat prepared for when she arrives. Thanks in advance!!
Yes, very common problem, with wait light, sometimes the KDS protective box goes bad when disconnecting the battery improperly. Other than that they are very tough vehicles and reliable. Hey you got a good M eleven 23, not a one one two three. Other than you got a good buy and get a slant kit.
Don’t forget to install a cdr valve. When yours was demilitarized they removed the deep fording kit which included a special cdr valve. That is why your heater duct was removed and a standard cdr will work fine.
You should be able to get the ETM manuals online for them the operators 10 manual, the 20 for organizational maintenance and the 30 for direct support/ general support and the 34p for parts. Most parts on the 998 series are Chevy 3/4 ton parts. CV joints are but shafts are not. But just knock joints off the shafts. Keep the maintenance up and grease everything including the shift linkage often overlooked. Didn’t do much time working on them in organizational level but rebuilt many an engine and transmission and t cases and diffs for them. They are not speed demon vehicles but cruise comfortably at 55 mph. Will run a very long time if not flogged to death. Several in the 90’s at FT Irwin that ran several hundred thousand miles in nothing but dirt roads and tank trails for the OP4. They are tough and frames can be unbolted and damaged parts removed and bolted back together.
Great video dude! I’m looking to get one of these from Gov Planet as well? Can you share how much you paid including all taxes and fees? Plus delivery? Thank you
All in it was probably right around $13,000. Mine is really nice condition though and its one of the newer ones. My winning bid was $10,300. I would say definitely do not bid over $8500 on an older M998 as you can pick up already gone through and street legal m998s for $13,000 - $15,000 off Facebook Marketplace. Definitely worth just spending a few thousand more for something that guaranteed runs and drives and not having to wait 7 or 8 months to get it street legal. If you are going after a newer model like my m1123 though I would say spending around what I did is well worth it. You get a bigger motor, 4 speed trans (so you can actually highway drive), a bit more ride height, and much nicer condition.
@@Kevin24Seven - I've been looking at GovPlanet for awhile now. I originally began looking at the trailers, but then also started getting interested in the Humvees and some trucks. I just found your channel and subscribed. Like others, I'm interested in learning about your GovPlanet experiences, along with your mods. Looking forward to your future videos and any bidding tips. Have a great day.
Looking good. I am working on my '04 M1123 at the moment. No vids but I have drawn a ton of info from channels like yours and Dakota Woods, etc.... Thanks!
@@Kevin24Seven Thanks! Started as a truck version and converted it to a 4 man. Been a chore just getting all the dirt out of it. It came from the California desert. Are you a member of Steel Soldiers forum yet? Great resource of info there. It has proven Invaluable.
@@crwray I am! Great forum for sure. I am going to convert mine to a 4 man as well. Originally thought about doing a 2 man because it is pretty rare but honestly wheeling is more fun with more people!
Yep, that is what people don't realize... There is no free lunch. I probably have 12k into this thing not counting the initial 12k purchase price. I could have bought a running rust free Jeep Wrangler for that much. But I didn't want a jeep Wrangler...
What I have learned is that they are all worn out somehow and it is a lot of problems just getting to a point where you can drive it around. Seems like way too much work (to me) just to have something that we all for the most part would like to have and drive...
It is definitely not for everyone, don't think of these as anything but a running project car. Like an old Jeep or Bronco. Good news is they don't rust at least.
@@Kevin24Seven that is good to know. I know my wife would not like me to take on another project... lol I have always wanted one from they were first available way back when. I know my son-in-law says he plans on getting one for himself (like what Chris Fixx has)
Yep, I am in Missouri right across the river! You have to work with Jeff City to do it but my buddy has done 5 of them so its definitely something you can pull off. Illinois is awful, bunch of Karens sipping their Starbucks run that state.
You may have to install back up lights on it in your state. I heard that somewhere. Here in Alabama it was supper easy. I did have to get Gov P to send paperwork stating their dealer number before I could file for my registration. I'm on the road, tag title and insurance now. Had to send pictures of the data plate to the insurance company also. They didn't want to except the serial number instead of a VIN. Enjoy!
Years ago, I was an Advanced Adapters dealer. They were making 3 speed overdrive transfer cases for turbo 400s. Pricey, I'm sure, but maybe not considering all the mods and cost of a 4l80e... or allison good luck, sir
Tony Materazzo rag top for me. Aluminum is better honestly but it’s like a $5000 difference and I’d rather put that money to other things like a lift kit and tires.
Tony Materazzo nice! I’m actually going to run the stock wheels and tires until I wear out the tires that came with it then I plan on putting on a set of IROK radials on the stock wheels (I like the idea of having a double beadlock for off-roading). I am a bit worried about longevity though because we are talking around $380 a tire!!
@@MrJeep75 If I was asking myself questions like that I wouldn't have got a Humvee in the first place... plenty of cheaper vehicles that are still capable enough for most off-roading and more practical overall. My rig however is going to be turned up to 11 in almost every way once I'm done with it.
You bought a military surplus Humvee from auction what the hell did you expect. just be glad they didn't cut a segment of the frame out of it for demilitarisation.
You are the worst kind of commenter. Video was not about me being pissed or anything like that.. just updating my subscribers on what was wrong with it so they can know more or less what to expect when they buy one.
This vehicle is majestic but has too many flaws, floor is not flat, not enough space for luxury seatings, no fine interior like jeep wrangler or ford bronco etc. All vehicle came and gone but this still people buy as H1 or Hmmwe. Unfortunately no any company came forward to mend these flaws.
Bikes and Press, ... thats thinking *All , - don't worry. My experiences are = *Total-sum (of Problems) = - of each Project Car, are same !! Dekades ago -(I was in your age) as private use, I bought var. types - Models M-Series vehicles, such as M38A1, M170, M37, M3-Halftrack(Belgium-Army) from US-Army-surplus- in Germany, as US tactical vehicle *Enthusiast, mostly easy to maintain, One problem -(that time) I was depending buying spare parts through support US- Military-friends, purchasing on PX-Army-stores. Took long time, later I learned to buy from Whitney ,USA; The Tracks I bought in France as Army drove longest this Model in Europe - later has gone to Israel. in case of spares for humvee, luckywise, full of surplus. also for my Blazer M1009, 35-yearso old, use it for country-life, as workhorse, best what I had, esp. i. Winter. Take it easy, young friend, wishing you healht and luck w/ this Beast. Greetings from Germany,
Great video! I'm very interested in this project! But I have to look away most of the time I'm watching your videos. I get motion sick the way you do your camera work.
Underpowered? Yes. Troublesome? No. GM cut some corners and certain parts are known to fail. If you swap those out it's basically bulletproof. 6.5s are still used and well respected today in the Marine industry.
I don't mean to sound like a pick-ass, but the American flag in your garage is not displayed correctly. The canton (the blue field with the stars) should be on the observers left. In other words, you should flip it around. I commend you for displaying our flag but there it should be done properly. Good luck to you.
Great Video!!!
Keep up the Great Content!!!!
One way to get the engine to turn over if it's not wanting to is to cover the exhaust exit with a binder/book. Usually helps a lot if they're being stubborn...
That is an answer from experience
Own a '99 1123 and my cold start was doing the exact thing with the relays clicking...put a multi-meter on the glow plug wire and a ground and you will see the voltage pulsing which eventually fried my glow plugs...a new control box is the answer. I had the same version PCB as you and was told it should have never been sold to me like that...the seller did the right thing and sent me a newer version (S3) along with a sending unit and it cold starts no problem!
I bought a 07 M1097A2 with 40k miles. Stated it doesn't run missing radiator. Hoping its not locked up. I know this is a broad question, but do you have any pointers on how to approach this build or just advice in general about this model? Trying to get a list together to be somewhat prepared for when she arrives.
Thanks in advance!!
So I think a bunch of people would like to know.......
Where do you buy military specific humvee parts, and how readily available are they? Thanks.
eBay is your friend, you can get just about anything for a Humvee of off it!
@@Kevin24Seven ok, thanks. I have been considering getting one, but getting parts has been my concern.
Yes, very common problem, with wait light, sometimes the KDS protective box goes bad when disconnecting the battery improperly. Other than that they are very tough vehicles and reliable. Hey you got a good M eleven 23, not a one one two three. Other than you got a good buy and get a slant kit.
Don’t forget to install a cdr valve. When yours was demilitarized they removed the deep fording kit which included a special cdr valve. That is why your heater duct was removed and a standard cdr will work fine.
Ps: they installed the elbow off the cdr in its place which will eventually cause issues.
Thanks for the tip! I had no idea!
John caldwell just ordered one!
Enjoy your videos. Quick question…how mechanically inclined would I need to be to tackle such a project. I’d love to try but am far from a mechanic.
You just need to be willing to learn. None of it's hard, but TH-cam and buying the proper tools are a huge help!
Did you request the operators manual? It usually has good pmcs information. You may want to get the mechanics manual also.
You should be able to get the ETM manuals online for them the operators 10 manual, the 20 for organizational maintenance and the 30 for direct support/ general support and the 34p for parts. Most parts on the 998 series are Chevy 3/4 ton parts. CV joints are but shafts are not. But just knock joints off the shafts. Keep the maintenance up and grease everything including the shift linkage often overlooked.
Didn’t do much time working on them in organizational level but rebuilt many an engine and transmission and t cases and diffs for them. They are not speed demon vehicles but cruise comfortably at 55 mph. Will run a very long time if not flogged to death. Several in the 90’s at FT Irwin that ran several hundred thousand miles in nothing but dirt roads and tank trails for the OP4. They are tough and frames can be unbolted and damaged parts removed and bolted back together.
If a humvee has no title for road use how do you get one at a bank or notary etc?
Good job so far.
Great video dude! I’m looking to get one of these from Gov Planet as well? Can you share how much you paid including all taxes and fees? Plus delivery? Thank you
All in it was probably right around $13,000. Mine is really nice condition though and its one of the newer ones. My winning bid was $10,300. I would say definitely do not bid over $8500 on an older M998 as you can pick up already gone through and street legal m998s for $13,000 - $15,000 off Facebook Marketplace. Definitely worth just spending a few thousand more for something that guaranteed runs and drives and not having to wait 7 or 8 months to get it street legal. If you are going after a newer model like my m1123 though I would say spending around what I did is well worth it. You get a bigger motor, 4 speed trans (so you can actually highway drive), a bit more ride height, and much nicer condition.
@@Kevin24Seven thank you! You're right, the M1123 is the way to go. Hopefully I'll be able to pick one up soon. Keep those vids coming man.
@@Kevin24Seven - I've been looking at GovPlanet for awhile now. I originally began looking at the trailers, but then also started getting interested in the Humvees and some trucks. I just found your channel and subscribed. Like others, I'm interested in learning about your GovPlanet experiences, along with your mods. Looking forward to your future videos and any bidding tips. Have a great day.
@@davidyergensen4509 Thanks David! I may make a video with my top Gov planet tips and tricks.
@@Kevin24Seven - That would be cool.
IT has to be freezing cold for the glow plugs to warm up and the light will stay on longer when in good weather it will not stay on
army humvee driver from alaska
Looking good. I am working on my '04 M1123 at the moment. No vids but I have drawn a ton of info from channels like yours and Dakota Woods, etc.... Thanks!
That's good to hear man! How is the project coming?
@@Kevin24Seven Thanks! Started as a truck version and converted it to a 4 man. Been a chore just getting all the dirt out of it. It came from the California desert. Are you a member of Steel Soldiers forum yet? Great resource of info there. It has proven Invaluable.
@@crwray I am! Great forum for sure. I am going to convert mine to a 4 man as well. Originally thought about doing a 2 man because it is pretty rare but honestly wheeling is more fun with more people!
ohm out glow plugs .then monitor time volt and current on glow plugs
I restored a 1996 surplus diesel Chevy K2500. It costs 24000 over 10 years but the cost of ownership was really no different than if I had bought new.
Yep, that is what people don't realize... There is no free lunch. I probably have 12k into this thing not counting the initial 12k purchase price. I could have bought a running rust free Jeep Wrangler for that much. But I didn't want a jeep Wrangler...
Etween gov planet and iron planet which do u recommend and why ?
What I have learned is that they are all worn out somehow and it is a lot of problems just getting to a point where you can drive it around. Seems like way too much work (to me) just to have something that we all for the most part would like to have and drive...
It is definitely not for everyone, don't think of these as anything but a running project car. Like an old Jeep or Bronco. Good news is they don't rust at least.
@@Kevin24Seven that is good to know. I know my wife would not like me to take on another project... lol I have always wanted one from they were first available way back when. I know my son-in-law says he plans on getting one for himself (like what Chris Fixx has)
Ask "Split Builds" TH-cam channel.. he does in-depth HMMWV rebuilds. He's currently doing a Duramx swap out and may be able to answer your questions.
how long did you wait after you won the bid until it was delivered to you?
You go and pick it up.
glow plug timer on back of intake ,maybe
Where do you find new or refurbished replacement parts??
Ebay, Govplanet, Ironplanet, facebook etc
In the state that you live in do they register Humvees I know where I live in Illinois they will not?
Yep, I am in Missouri right across the river! You have to work with Jeff City to do it but my buddy has done 5 of them so its definitely something you can pull off. Illinois is awful, bunch of Karens sipping their Starbucks run that state.
You may have to install back up lights on it in your state. I heard that somewhere. Here in Alabama it was supper easy. I did have to get Gov P to send paperwork stating their dealer number before I could file for my registration. I'm on the road, tag title and insurance now. Had to send pictures of the data plate to the insurance company also. They didn't want to except the serial number instead of a VIN. Enjoy!
I'd be curious what a new set of tires would go for on that beast.
The humvee tires are not bad at all,. It if you look at my later vids the ones I got now go for about 480 a piece lol
37s are going to be costly any way you slice it.
I’m looking to purchase a military Humvee m998 6.5l from private seller , how can I make it go at least 75 mph
Years ago, I was an Advanced Adapters dealer. They were making 3 speed overdrive transfer cases for turbo 400s. Pricey, I'm sure, but maybe not considering all the mods and cost of a 4l80e... or allison good luck, sir
You do not want to go 75 in them. Believe me they were never designed nor do they handle well to go 75. They are not a civilian version.
Are Civillian H1 parts direct replacement parts for the Military Versions?
Depends on what part, sometimes yes.
Are you going ragtop or aluminum top?
Tony Materazzo rag top for me. Aluminum is better honestly but it’s like a $5000 difference and I’d rather put that money to other things like a lift kit and tires.
For aftermarket wheels and tires I went through Rimzone. Ask for Rick he knows all about the m1123 I have a 2008.
Tony Materazzo nice! I’m actually going to run the stock wheels and tires until I wear out the tires that came with it then I plan on putting on a set of IROK radials on the stock wheels (I like the idea of having a double beadlock for off-roading). I am a bit worried about longevity though because we are talking around $380 a tire!!
@@Kevin24Seven what the hell do you need a lift kit for on a Humvee
@@MrJeep75 If I was asking myself questions like that I wouldn't have got a Humvee in the first place... plenty of cheaper vehicles that are still capable enough for most off-roading and more practical overall. My rig however is going to be turned up to 11 in almost every way once I'm done with it.
12k still feels like too much given the condition
You bought a military surplus Humvee from auction what the hell did you expect. just be glad they didn't cut a segment of the frame out of it for demilitarisation.
You are the worst kind of commenter. Video was not about me being pissed or anything like that.. just updating my subscribers on what was wrong with it so they can know more or less what to expect when they buy one.
What state do you live in
This vehicle is majestic but has too many flaws, floor is not flat, not enough space for luxury seatings, no fine interior like jeep wrangler or ford bronco etc. All vehicle came and gone but this still people buy as H1 or Hmmwe. Unfortunately no any company came forward to mend these flaws.
Bikes and Press, ... thats thinking *All , - don't worry. My experiences are = *Total-sum (of Problems) = - of each Project Car, are same !!
Dekades ago -(I was in your age) as private use, I bought var. types - Models M-Series vehicles, such as M38A1, M170, M37, M3-Halftrack(Belgium-Army)
from US-Army-surplus- in Germany, as US tactical vehicle *Enthusiast, mostly easy to maintain,
One problem -(that time) I was depending buying spare parts through support US- Military-friends, purchasing
on PX-Army-stores. Took long time, later I learned to buy from Whitney ,USA; The Tracks I bought
in France as Army drove longest this Model in Europe - later has gone to Israel.
in case of spares for humvee, luckywise, full of surplus. also for my Blazer M1009,
35-yearso old, use it for country-life, as workhorse, best what I had, esp. i. Winter.
Take it easy, young friend, wishing you healht and luck w/ this Beast.
Greetings from Germany,
washer reservoirs all look like that...plastic is crap, reacts to diesel fuel and degrades
Great video! I'm very interested in this project! But I have to look away most of the time I'm watching your videos. I get motion sick the way you do your camera work.
Yeah up until recently my cameras were terrible. I got one with stabilization so hopefully that helps.
I've owned over 30 military trucks Deuces 809 series 939 series I wouldn't own a Humvee.
Im still not creazy....jezzzzs
Besides the Fee’s? Lol!
Paint? Really?
I hear the Taliban has a sale on Humvee's
That engine is way more trouble than it's worth, its troublesome and underpowered.
Underpowered? Yes. Troublesome? No. GM cut some corners and certain parts are known to fail. If you swap those out it's basically bulletproof. 6.5s are still used and well respected today in the Marine industry.
I don't mean to sound like a pick-ass, but the American flag in your garage is not displayed correctly. The canton (the blue field with the stars) should be on the observers left. In other words, you should flip it around. I commend you for displaying our flag but there it should be done properly. Good luck to you.
Thanks for the advice!
look for the thermostat. turn it up and then you can take off that stupid beany. KIDS!
No thanks brotha
Looks like an overprice dog terd!
That constant walking around is irritating as hell! Hard to watch to the end.