Top 5 Things I HATE About My Military Humvee (Daily Driver)

[@vnigallahoir3523]

For the noise, I have a massive old fire truck that I use as a race support truck/mobile home. It's airplane loud inside. My solution is therefore, an airplane headset and intercom. You can plug your phone into it for music, you can have a conversation with the person next to you, it's great. So great, I'm putting them on most of my other vehicles, soundproofed or otherwise.

[@bradhobbs6196]

On the bright side, it is an upgrade from an original Willy's Jeep, circa WWII. If you've ever experienced that kind of power, your Humvee will probably feel like a rocket. I know because I got to drive both in Panama. Taking a 4 cylinder Willys over the Bridge of the Americas was. . .quite an experience.

[@Kevin24Seven]

They really aren't that slow, just undergeared for US highways tbh

[@V8AmericanMuscleCar]

I still want one! 😁❤️

[@BHBricksNfigs]

Same, the only hurdle for me is I live in California and I've heard they don't like to register them. I really want to buy one though and pimp it out, make it my own. Just really cool vehicles.

[@williamgrissom1995]

I'm disabled on a low fixed income. I can only dream of having one, let alone one that works great. I am a mountain man from Oregon originally, so your off road adventures are what I dream about. Now I'm a North Carolina man, that dreams of that freedom you get from going into the mountains in an off road 4x4. God bless, and I pray you enjoy my dreams in your awesome hummer. Please make it fun. Don't waste the off-road adventure by not enjoying it. Be excited and explore when you can. Being in the mountains it a true joy, even if you are not in a 4x4. Having a hummer must be the most amazing thing to drive, while in the mountains. Rock on! 😁👍

[@Kevin24Seven]

Thanks man, I really appreciate that. Maybe one day we will cross paths

[@Capone2525]

I waited so long to get one it finally happened keep the faith you'll get one

[@fdokey9933]

Addressing the leaking issue, buy the spray cans of clear flex seal. It works, dad used it on the ceiling of his peterbilt and it stopped the leak.

[@Kevin24Seven]

Thanks for the advice, I will give it a shot

[@davidbrunner4413]

I drive these things in the Marine Corps atleast every other day and as far as the water leaks, I'm chillin as long as my seat stays dry. The truck bed water flows straight back to the bed when you hit the gas

[@thechasecomplex]

What kinda maniac doesn’t back into the garage? 😂 otherwise you’re spot on with everything you’re saying. They’re not luxury, they’re not security, they’re not fast. But they are pretty tough and cool and they’re one ton trucks so we still got love for em. (But I take the wrangler to town every time) 😅

[@BrianTaylor-AlwaysInTao]

Those remote start batteries that turn off with a button press might be useful for security.

[@c-sleezycook3398]

I'm glad you made this because, I've spent a lot of time in them and on top of what you mentioned they get hot in the summer and if your in the back and its winter your gonna freeze. With all that being said, your videos got me hooked! I'm definitely going to buy one, hook it up just like you did, my hearing is already damaged so I'm "good to go". Great job, stay safe

[@Kevin24Seven]

Thanks bro! The no AC is something big I missed all though it can be added of course. The heater works a good bit better once you seal everything off but it is a little weak on the highway when it's very cold out. I still need the bed divider and door corner seals so we will see if that helps. Probably will do a quick vid on those. Thanks for the support and glad you enjoyed!!

[@phycoticwarflake8996]

How are they off-road like in mountains

[@Kevin24Seven]

@@phycoticwarflake8996 Amazing, probably the best vehicle you can get for that type of wheeling. They don't have much flex and will pivot a lot on 3 wheels (which is fun btw) but the wide stance keeps them from tipping. Since there are no solid axles the ground clearance is unmatched by any other civilian vehicle and with the vast majority of the weight being down low they have an almost supernatural ability to climb up steep inclines. The only weak point is the width, tight trails with lots of trees can be difficult to fit through, especially side by side trails.

[@phycoticwarflake8996]

@@Kevin24Seven ok I'm bout to be 17 and I'm gonna buy one but how would good would it be for daily use to school or work and are they hard to work on

[@Kevin24Seven]

@@phycoticwarflake8996 Hey man, good on you for following through with your dreams/goals so early in life. Like any early 2000s vehicle they can have problems. Mine has been relatively problem free (knock on wood) but there are a lot of moving parts in that drivetrain and a lot of seals. For the most part everything is relatively simple to work on. Very few electronics to worry about. The only way you can learn is by doing and youtube is your friend. Expect to spend at least $12,000 on the auction from Gov Planet and much more if you are buying one off the consumer market. You should watch my vids on buying and street legaling if you are interested.

[@MrGomjabber]

Love your reason at the end why you would still buy another one. Why else would you buy one of these if you didn't plan extensive offroading. Ending clips were cool. I never got a chance to drive one in the service, just the M151 which was a blast off road but had all the drawbacks you listed except for the noise. It wasn't quiet but I doubt it was Humvee loud.

[@TacticsTechniquesandProcedures]

Re: sound when I was deployed to Iraq, we drove M1114 and M1151 uparmored with frag5 kits and GPK. They were loud but I have to admit, I miss that turbo whine.

[@crazyrock6896]

1. I/ we never cared about the weather getting in, other than those little black mosquitoes and fire and shrapnel. 2. You can't go over 55 mph is because of the governor. Call your local chevy dealer and they'll get you scheduled to come in and rid yourself of that plague. -We found that if suspected terrorists made it to highway one in Iraq they'd usually get away. 3. regarding the noise, what noise? After a couple of years you'll quit hearing it. 4. Why would you want to drive one across country? Merica' big place. 5. Why would you want to talk to the person next to you? You won't like each other after an hour anyway.

[@allenshepard7992]

Thank you. Your video helps with "Informed consent" and "know what one is getting into." I'm not a rock climber so this really helps me. I may still get one for non highway driving (17 hour drive to Florida)

[@MotoDeSoto]

Sounds like these are more of a Jeep than the Jeep’s are. Slow, leaky, loud, uncomfortable. Like back when Jeeps were cool.

[@Kevin24Seven]

For sure... Jeeps have become bling machines for Rich dudes that hang out at Buffalo Wild Wings. Also the most important aspect, even though they are loud, slow, and leaky, a Humvee will almost always get you home.

[@butchs.4239]

You're not wrong. Military vehicles were built for the military's needs, and creature comforts were a low priority. I don't own a Humvee, but I do own a M38 and every thing mentioned in the video applies to it as well.

[@jordbjor1]

I’ve had mine for 5 years now m998 6.5na 3spd biggest changes for noise k&n air filter and dual 24v pusher electric fans keeps big fan from running so more power available all the time while staying cool

[@bbconrad92]

These things are more closely related to tractors than actual road vehicles lol

[@stephenbland7461]

The love/hate camps apply to all ex military vehicles. I have a Land Rover 101 forward control V8 and I get the same reactions. My vehicle is slow, noisy, thirsty, uncomfortable, not all that reliable, steering is very hard, spare parts are expensive and rare, and as a rag top it has no security. But I love it and that’s all that counts.

[@DadofTwinGirls-uo9xe]

I just won one at auction yesterday. Now for the wait and titling fights

[@Kevin24Seven]

Congrats!! You will get through it!

[@dieselburner4461]

How much did you end up getting it for ? And which model?

[@DadofTwinGirls-uo9xe]

@@dieselburner4461 I got a 2010 M1123 for $13,600. I over paid. It came with a broken transmission despite Govplanet saying it worked. Follow my build on Instagram at hmmwvM1123.

[@dieselburner4461]

@@DadofTwinGirls-uo9xe will do! . Oh no way?? How much is it to repair? I’m in California and I just found a 2011 humvee with soft doors and top , has no parking , ca legal already . At a mom and pop shop for 37k .. way to much huh? I think I should just buy off planet gov instead . Do you have videos on your KZbin channel of the build?

[@DadofTwinGirls-uo9xe]

@@dieselburner4461 before you do Govplanet. Look at planbsupply- they have the “Rambo” model that’s not listed on their sight for $18k unfinished, and the next one up for $25 ish. You can also get one from Damage control customs for $25-35 finished, or Black dog customs, also look at Easternsurplus.net (they have 11 models from $17-30k), stay away from the M988, they are slow three speeds. Get a m1123 or higher. 6.5l v8. Govplanet is for someone that’s going do all the work themselves. Stay $11 k and below and be prepared for lots of pain in the A$$. www.easternsurplus.net/VehiclesList/4/HMMWV

[@ghoutdoors1857]

I think “plan b supply” out of Utah sells parts also

[@jordbjor1]

They buy off eBay and resell, they bought some led front turn signals lights off I had up for auction

[@blueracer66]

I'm a combat veteran, an infantryman, and I love these things. They can go anywhere!

[@raycarlone2005]

Thank you for making this video. You have officially confirmed my neverending desire for me to still obtain my Humvee.

[@stephenlott6968]

I'd do a 6.2 LS/6L80e swap + add some sound deadener

[@Kevin24Seven]

Yeah that is not a bad idea tbh. I am not sure what your MPG would be with a gasser lol.... its already like 10 or worse with the diesel but it could just be that engine.

[@stephenlott6968]

@@Kevin24Seven with the 6 speed the MPG's shouldn't be too bad. I've seen AWD Denali's with that combo getting like 20mpg with normal driving. So 12-15mpg in the m998 should be doable. Plus then you can use regular 87 octane, so the savings are greater. In Florida diesel costs about 35% more than regular, so with the lower cost per gallon it would be equivalent to 16.2 - 20.25mpg with a diesel. Assuming my estimate is correct and your gas to diesel price difference is the same where you're at.

[@Kevin24Seven]

@@stephenlott6968 good point but keep in mind that engine is gonna be fighting horrible aerodynamics, full time all wheel drive, 37 inch tires that are quite heavy, portal axles, and a vehicle that weighs around 6500lbs haha. Probably won't be worse gas mileage than the ole 6.2/6.5 that comes in them though and you are definitely right gas is usually cheaper than diesel. If I was gonna do a swap I would put a Duramax or Cummins in it though.

[@stephenlott6968]

@@Kevin24Seven yeah, the Duramax and Cummins swap would be awesome, they're just way out of my price range. I got quotes of $20k for a Cummins 4bt swap, $30k for a Cummins 6bt, and $40k for the Duramax swap.

[@Kevin24Seven]

@@stephenlott6968 oh yeah definitely need to do it yourself unless you got some cash haha

[@brianlacroix6894]

1st noise I reduced a lot of noise with sound dampening mat and carpet. I dropped about 20 db from stock.

[@floridaboz1]

I spent years in the US Airforce Driving the Up Armored M1116 HMMWV, The passenger mirror would never stay in place (sucked because i had to mainly drive it on the Highway, they was loud, they was undependable, They road hard, they was unconformable. If you was in the front passenger seat, the heat from the engine would almost burn your leg... I want one so bad for personal use.....

[@PracticalTacticalFedeli]

Drove my 94 6.2 M998a1 as my daily driver for three years in Michigan. I absolutely loved it. Granted I did zero to no highway driving besides going to Detroit and even then I took State Route 12 which is a nice country drive all the way into the heart of Detroit. But I absolutely love mine as a daily driver. It never didn’t start… Can’t say that about my current vehicle

[@jake66]

My 6.2 with 3 speed will hit 67. Can cruise at 60 all day. Drove from Niagara falls to the Poconos in PA and back. They are lighter.

[@carterpinczes6330]

The water thing isn’t something I thought about but I just want it as a summer vehicle anyway🤷‍♂️

[@CoreyBrass]

They are designed to get water in them quickly. I had to fordge a river in one and had water up to the dash. Until those tires hit bottom you aren't going anywhere. If anyone wants military grade these are the things they have to deal with. That's not aimed at you it is aimed at those that get one of these and want all the comforts of civilian transport with all the capabilities of military transport... those two things quickly become incapable.

[@mikei8957]

They make a bracket that goes across the back to keep water from coming in ...

[@Kevin24Seven]

Very expensive lol...

[@noahhhh19]

i’m saving for a humvee and can’t wait for the day that i get one

[@miguelestrada8779]

I got one and wouldn't trade it for a lamborghini

[@RevN3]

All of these things would be an improvement over my CJ5

[@mrdato116]

Do you still have key switch? I heard they are bad for start box?

[@jonpaulison2283]

Thanks for the video im heading out thursday to buy one . I have been looking forever and found a sweet one .

[@mikei8957]

Recommend lizard skin to reduce sound & heat .

[@stevenjulian3137]

You forgot leg room! There huge but personal space is minimum. Maybe because I'm 6'8" and 240lbs but still deceivingly small. Mime has 6.2 with bulletproofed engine and build injection pump and will do 63mph on a good day. Yes loud! Very loud

[@Kevin24Seven]

That is a super good point actually! Leg room is definitely a bit limited...

[@b-kerbchek-k7582]

Hey bud I’m new to the Govpl process. Do you have to pay storage fees while you wait the 2-3 months for delivery? Great videos by the way

[@Kevin24Seven]

Nope!

[@Mossy500A]

It sounds just like the 6.2L in my '86 K20.

[@Kevin24Seven]

Almost identical actually

[@ronstrubel3479]

Have you thought of bedlining to sound deaden the Humble?

[@TheRubernck21]

Id love to have one of these, but dont have the storage for it. But I wonder how much more sealed/quieter the civilian Hummers are?

[@PaulyWC]

Night and day!

[@Capone2525]

I have the 6.2 drive it daily done research and the 6.2 is more reliable than 6.5 i do 45 to 50 on mine all day .i never take it on highway. Lol

[@leeturner1838]

how do you insure it, i could not get insurance for one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MrMrphil100]

How much was delivery?

[@rollinghumvee2283]

Don't be afraid to give it the hot shot treatment mind loves it.

[@Kevin24Seven]

whats that?

[@rollinghumvee2283]

It's called hot shot diesel treatment

[@rollinghumvee2283]

When's the last time you changed the filters for the fuel system?

[@jacobanderson7102]

How about them fuel prices?

[@Kaws4u]

As a mailman, this seems just like my LLV.

[@jarviskillz9731]

It's built to "Drain" not "Leak"! These are tractors/trucks not a family car.

[@Kevin24Seven]

When a vehicle is peeing water all over your socks, shoes, and pants its not draining its leaking... straight up. Most tractors don't even have this problem. Doesn't mean I don't still enjoy owning one and can't see through the several flaws (I just bought another for that matter), but I'm not gonna make some excuse for everything that goes wrong with these pieces of junk lol it would be like a full time job! That being said I love old junky trucks, even the old government junky trucks. They have a lot of personality ​compared to the new stuff.

[@joshuar6580]

If you were in the military you would already know about the noise etc

[@eggshellboy91]

I have a 6.2 3spd and yes it’s slow but I plan on swapping it at some point so motor trans didn’t matter to me also 6.2 not as loud as the 6.5 but it’s a turd

[@ALBERTOGALINDO1983]

I laughed so hard on the leaking part hahahaha!

[@TDMstevo]

I want one just to piss off every CSM on every post I drive on because I don’t have a TC lmfao

[@sgtfives7043]

Any back pain is not service related.

[@Kevin24Seven]

ahahhaha

[@pritongkandule5835]

How about the parking spaces? Does it fit?

[@Kevin24Seven]

Amazingly, the width is actually less than a lot of modern pickup trucks... however, it looks very wide because the body is so wide and not just the wheels. So yeah it fits easy in most American parking spots.

[@miterbox9491]

That thing fits in a car wash ?

[@mikei8957]

Tons of parts on eBay....

[@Stephen-carr]

Only one I would buy is a 6.2 3 speed. They do 65 on highway and pull better

[@hummerguy]

The 6.2 3 speed is the slowest humvee you can possibly get

[@mudmaster99]

Doesn't deter me

[@tengoats0]

Great Video , I bought one 2 years ago I love it , but you are correct , how load it is , is insane , not a pleasant noise lol , correct again , i love load vehicles , but the Humvee noise is annoying

[@johnnysinger3353]

I still want one. =(

[@longlivechina7538]

Will stick with my H2

[@tomwhiteman9587]

Hi Kevin, what would you charge if I want you to get a humvee at the auction for me and to have it exported to germany. You don't have to do any work on the car. I am just asking you for getting one at the auction and for taking care of the export. Thank you in advance for a short answer. Thomas

[@Kevin24Seven]

Hey Tom, thanks for reaching out. I have no idea what would go into that process unfortunately. A big part of the release and demilitarization forms you have to deal with is you assuring the government you will not export the vehicle overseas. It has been done before though so it is not impossible, but I am not sure I would be able to help you. Sorry

[@tomwhiteman9587]

@@Kevin24Seven Hey Kevin, thank you for getting back to me. Everything is fine. I have found a guy in California. He is into the export thing of those humvees from govplanet. I will see how that goes ... Hope you are doing well with your humvee. Your videos are cool. Don't stop posting your experience with the humvee. All the best! Greetings from GERMANY! ;-) Thomas

[@mylt1z28]

@@tomwhiteman9587 check out the forum steel solders. There are members on there that can help you with the export process.

[@modificationnation73]

All I hear is whaaam whaaaam whaaaammmm humvee, whaaam whaaaamm, fabricate, whaaam whhhaaam, cheap, whhaaam, loud, whaaam. Buy one.

[@rollinghumvee2283]

That's weird mine's a four-speed with an overdrive.

[@Kevin24Seven]

idk maybe I got that wrong I always counted 1-2-3 and the OD lol

[@kiana6512]

great video

[@eagle7757]

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 KJV, Jesus Christ is the only way...

[@joshmartinez2286]

You think a 350 engine will fit in it

[@mylt1z28]

It will and its a horrible idea. The civilian H1 had the 350 vortec as an option and that thing got like 8MPG and was screaming doing highway speeds. Diesel is really the only way to go on these.

[@duaneulman9915]

Thank You :)

[@4x4texas12]

That's no fair for the jeep though compete against mine I'm running actuall humvee tires 😂

[@Kevin24Seven]

Humvee tires are the least grippy things known to man hahahah

[@Apebrains]

Parts, duh, security, duh, leaking...um, have you ever driven a Jeep, lol? Power, unfortunate, it's true - noise....so, very duh. That said, all great things to consider; keep people from buying these so they stay cheap for the rest of us. ;)

[@angelrodriguez5985]

I'll trade you my jeep wrangler for the hunvee

[@Kevin24Seven]

Too late!!!

[@felixreina1754]

You're insane

[@angelrodriguez5985]

@@felixreina1754 in a good way or a bad way lol

[@felixreina1754]

@@angelrodriguez5985 I couldn't even say, just wanting a hmmwv is a mechanical headache believe me. I work on them and my gabadagooul, it's a headache. GM sure ran with their money I'll tell ya. Not the worst on the market believe me, but makes you wonder why all these retired military mechanics aren't working with them alot. But if you want to test you're skills and patients as a mechanic it's a challenge.

[@felixreina1754]

@@angelrodriguez5985 However if you found a diamond of a mechanic that would work on it, and only want to drive go for it. I'm just venting from work.

[@generalshibusd4948]

I want one this my dream

[@claymerritt1822]

good information... BUT use a tripod! The camera movement is nauseating.

[@SteelWolf13]

Seats are ass numbing.

[@Kevin24Seven]

Lol it was one of the first things I upgraded

[@MrBlaze256]

Lmtv is what I want. Humvees suck. Worth 5k

[@nothingtoseaheardammit]

DEAR GOD ALMIGHTY you just listed to two WORST HMMWV/H1 suppliers in the market. MME sells chinese knock off parts. Predator is a ripoff artist that slaps their sticker on off-the-shelf parts and charges 400% more for it. Plus their duramax conversions blow. Hummerpartsguy, adventureacessories, rubberduck4x4, modmafia, macmotors, kascar... any of those shops are LIGHT YEARS better than MME and fucking Predator.

[@JasonMaurath]

You got an A1, A2s are WAY better

[@Kevin24Seven]

I am just gonna laugh at this comment.

[@FormigaFit]

bruh just get to the point

[@vietnam2513]

With all those I wanted one NOW 😆