1986 M1028A1 CUCV Update!

[@trailrunnah8886]

Awesome build! I just found this video while researching these trucks, I've been thinking of getting one as maybe a less expensive way to get into a square body. Seems like there's a lot of potential with them. I'm going to check out your other videos to hopefully learn more.

[@esmechanics8691]

Love the simplicity of your rig very nice

[@ronbonick4265]

I wish I had this video on a DVD, excellent work

[@05EVORS]

I got a 21k mile 686 desert carc'd 1008 on 38" Patagonias and 5" lift w PSC and 1.5" wheelbase forward. Tons of inspiration here! I dig the Humvee bucket/jump and cable shifter. I want to go manual valvebody 700R4 on mine to stay analog bc I had great reliability w manual 700r from the old Camaro days and they came in the 6.2 burbs that people turbo'd. Take 5 min with some tire shine silicone on those door panels and they will look deep dark red again... Kept me from spending $200 on new panels!

[@tdub5731]

Mr. Grant - I've love to speak to you about your truck. I'm in GA and am rebuilding an M1028.

[@charlesuplifted5216]

You need to turbo charge the 6.2 and ur power issues will be solved

[@robertl5168]

Which racor filter and assembly are you using. I have an 1984 k20 6.2. I keep a solar panel plugged in to keep my batteries charged as it does not get driven a lot. I agree with fuel economy. Not the fastest but it gets me where I'm going. Used to drive these and the Blazer when I was stationed in Germany from 88-90

[@AlexanderJScheu]

Joseph Grant .. Gentleman, Thank You so much, following Your *Excursion - amazing You - did technical and 'upgrading. - Amazing I guess You are totally Independant - for 'each Crisis - will hope -never come's. In own case -I did steal with eyes especially the A/C mounted 'York; for my Project M1009, as using for country my- manor, as all- weather car universal applications. Maybe can see - more of *Your*sand Your *Beast M1028A1 Wishing You Your Familiy - and cute Dog-- *Simply the *Best. for MMXXI.. Greetings from Germany...

[@thomasnaranjo1358]

So found a set of dually hubs and I'm in the process of installing new bearings, races and seals. Just looking at them, seems like it would be the equivalent of a 5 inch spacer.

[@glockfan]

They are closer to 3” spacers

[@worldbyjay]

Where can i find the front bumper and rear diff cover part numbers? Got an 84 k20 with a 12 valve in it here in Ohio

[@xcelerator67]

Did you need to relocate the shifter because of using the 4l80e?? I have one that needs rebuilt so I was wondering how much needs to be fabricated if any?

[@glockfan]

I opted for a cable shifter and relocated it just above the NP203/205 sticks

[@jamessmith-sl1ws]

Joe, what mods have to be done to run the humvee wheels on a K30?

[@craig317]

Love the truck. I have an M1008 and want to run 37’s what lift is in yours?

[@glockfan]

I am running ORD parts on my truck. I am using their 4” shackle flip and 2” blocks on the rear. The M1028 springs make it close to an 8” lift in the rear. Up front, I am running a 6” leaf spring lift and an ORD 1” “zero” rate block.

[@craig317]

Joseph Grant awesome thanks. Did you move the fuel tank to the bed?

[@somebodyyouusetoknow4532]

I just got my Cucv and yours is beautiful! Is your solar panel wired directly on to your battery?

[@glockfan]

Mine is actually wired through a Pulsetech fuse panel/charge controller.

[@millertime8136]

What cab lights did you put on your truck? What were the three aftermarket gauges you install in the truck? Awesome rig🇺🇸🤙🏻

[@glockfan]

Just some lights I found on eBay. The aftermarket gauges are oil pressure, coolant temperature, and alternator

[@tslucam]

I'd be curious to know more about how you mounted the york air compressor. Did you fab up mounts or source them from somewhere?

[@glockfan]

Me and a friend fabricated the mount. I’m sure he still has the cad files saved if you need a compressor bracket.

[@mikegresham2419]

Hey Joe - I really like those seat frames ! Where did you come up with that idea ? HaHa

[@glockfan]

Mike Gresham someone way smarter than me designed them... 😀

[@quarksbay]

What adapter did you use for the 4l80e? Do you have the NP 205 trans case? Was installing the transmission pretty much bolt on or was there modifications required?

[@glockfan]

I decided to go with an NP203 range box coupled to my NP205 transfer case. This effectively gives me 4:1 low range and it’s needed here in Utah. The 203/205 “doubler” kit was purchased from Offroad Design in Colorado.

[@quarksbay]

Joseph Grant i forgot to ask about bed. I have an M1031 cab and chassis..what bed did you get for it a swb or a lwb?

[@glockfan]

@@quarksbay it’s a long bed

[@johnnybelvoir2328]

What model antenna base is that, and what frequencies can you use it with on your radio?

[@craig317]

I am curious as well.

[@mblake0420]

Best place to buy one?

[@thomasnaranjo366]

Did I see a gap between the front spring driver-side and the axle

[@user-cb1ln8vc8d]

That's a gap between the axle tube and the spring perch which is normal. But that spring looks twisted or something, maybe just the camera lens playing tricks.

[@rangerismine]

Do you still have it?

[@chewnk]

Nice truck, what fancy color is it?

[@glockfan]

Gillespie 383 CARC substitute

[@chewnk]

Joseph Grant Thank you it sure does look nice!