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Can anyone point me to a .gov page that lists what is required?

I plan to pick it up from a gov't auction or private sale somewhere in the eastern US, drive it home and then drive it daily until I know its reliable, fixing as I go. Then when I know it's reasonably tight and safe for my family to ride in (new interior seats, good brakes, etc) I'm going to sell the sedan and use this as my regular vehicle. Maybe change it over to a grease car at some point.

But I don't want to go this route if I can't get it licensed and on the road in the MD.

Thanks
Never mind. Found it (finally).

http://www.mva.maryland.gov/About-MVA/IN...appendix_c

Quote:The following are VEIP Exempt Vehicles:

- 1976 or older
- Vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight
- Vehicles powered solely by diesel or electric
- Qualified hybrid vehicle
- Motorcycle
- Vehicles registered as a farm truck, farm truck tractor or farm area vehicle
- Historic or Antique vehicles
- New vehicles for the first 24 months after titling and registration
- Fire apparatus owned or leased by the State of Maryland, a county, municipality, volunteer fire department or rescue squad
- Ambulances currently exempted will remain exempt
- Vehicles registered to senior citizens over 70 and over who drive 5,000 miles per year or less (if co-owned, both owners must be over 70)
- Vehicles registered as a Class N street rod vehicle
- A military vehicle owned by the federal government and used for tactical, combat, or relief operations, or for training for these operations
- Vehicles registered as a Class H school vehicle or Class P passenger bus
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Can anyone point me to a .gov page that lists what is required?

I plan to pick it up from a gov't auction or private sale somewhere in the eastern US, drive it home and then drive it daily until I know its reliable, fixing as I go. Then when I know it's reasonably tight and safe for my family to ride in (new interior seats, good brakes, etc) I'm going to sell the sedan and use this as my regular vehicle. Maybe change it over to a grease car at some point.

But I don't want to go this route if I can't get it licensed and on the road in the MD.

Thanks
Never mind. Found it (finally).

http://www.mva.maryland.gov/About-MVA/IN...appendix_c

Quote:The following are VEIP Exempt Vehicles:

- 1976 or older
- Vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight
- Vehicles powered solely by diesel or electric
- Qualified hybrid vehicle
- Motorcycle
- Vehicles registered as a farm truck, farm truck tractor or farm area vehicle
- Historic or Antique vehicles
- New vehicles for the first 24 months after titling and registration
- Fire apparatus owned or leased by the State of Maryland, a county, municipality, volunteer fire department or rescue squad
- Ambulances currently exempted will remain exempt
- Vehicles registered to senior citizens over 70 and over who drive 5,000 miles per year or less (if co-owned, both owners must be over 70)
- Vehicles registered as a Class N street rod vehicle
- A military vehicle owned by the federal government and used for tactical, combat, or relief operations, or for training for these operations
- Vehicles registered as a Class H school vehicle or Class P passenger bus
]]> <![CDATA[BB/Picnic at a Central Location]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2061 Thu, 17 May 2012 20:04:35 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2061
Sunday June 10th @1:00pm College Park area. Should be central to all quads.
***(Please PM for address and directions)


I will provide a location, BBQ grill and propane. If everyone brings a little something, we will have more then we can possibly eat! ( I expect that some food will be coordinated in the following messages)



If you have NEVER been to a meet, or an event, or a BBQ, or a campout, or EVEN if you don't post at all, come have a burger,,, kick back and relax.
Absolutely informal!


Families and children will be attending,, Feel free to bring them.


The standard rules apply ( I feel kind of funny saying this as it has never been a problem) Please refrain from talk of heavy politics or religion.


This would be an excellent opportunity to tactfully introduce a spouse to "Normal" people that happen to be preppers.


You MIGHT want to bring a folding chair.
For the fun, and green of it, bring an outrageous container for your beverage.


Who is in?]]>
Sunday June 10th @1:00pm College Park area. Should be central to all quads.
***(Please PM for address and directions)


I will provide a location, BBQ grill and propane. If everyone brings a little something, we will have more then we can possibly eat! ( I expect that some food will be coordinated in the following messages)



If you have NEVER been to a meet, or an event, or a BBQ, or a campout, or EVEN if you don't post at all, come have a burger,,, kick back and relax.
Absolutely informal!


Families and children will be attending,, Feel free to bring them.


The standard rules apply ( I feel kind of funny saying this as it has never been a problem) Please refrain from talk of heavy politics or religion.


This would be an excellent opportunity to tactfully introduce a spouse to "Normal" people that happen to be preppers.


You MIGHT want to bring a folding chair.
For the fun, and green of it, bring an outrageous container for your beverage.


Who is in?]]> <![CDATA[Memorial Day Hamfest Howard County Fairgrounds]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2060 Thu, 17 May 2012 11:30:24 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2060 http://www.marylandfm.org/Hamfest.htm

Just saw this when I was passing the fairgrounds yesterday.]]> http://www.marylandfm.org/Hamfest.htm

Just saw this when I was passing the fairgrounds yesterday.]]> <![CDATA[Free stuff]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2056 Thu, 17 May 2012 02:06:17 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2056
microtek scanmaker s400

nec mutisync lcd monitor 1700nx

acer acerscan 320v prisq usb

rca xc 100 27 inch tube television

orion 27 inch tube television

Let me know. Next week it all goes to whatever passes for electronics recycling around here.]]>
microtek scanmaker s400

nec mutisync lcd monitor 1700nx

acer acerscan 320v prisq usb

rca xc 100 27 inch tube television

orion 27 inch tube television

Let me know. Next week it all goes to whatever passes for electronics recycling around here.]]> <![CDATA[There’s An App For That….]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2055 Thu, 17 May 2012 01:56:21 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2055
There are 4 basic smart phone platforms; iPhone, Windows, Blackberry & Android. Let me tell you this off the get, I am not a salesman or a promoter of one or any of these platforms. I am posting this to help you utilize your smart phone to it’s fullest. I have an Android (Linux Based Operating System-“OS”) and I use it as a micro-computer as well as for phone, e-mail, GPS and web search. However, this system should be used as a back up system, not your primary reference source. You should have multiple digital backups and hard copies in a fireproof and waterproof case that has been modified for EMP/CME or Faraday cage.

The basic anatomy of a smart phone is: OS, Radio (the phone), SIM card (Subscriber Identity Module), Micro SD Card (Secure Digital), GPS receiver, WiFi, Bluetooth, Hotspot (Gateway), and of course, the power supply/battery.

Due to two-way communication in the phone (radio, WiFi, & GPS) some believe that you should not use it because of tracing/tracking. You don’t’ need the radio, GPS or the WiFi on to use the phone as a micro PC. By pulling the SIM card in some models you can disable most or all communications systems internally. Other models can be turned off or disabled manually through the OS. The iPhone is the exception to this. It would need to be hacked or cracked and I do NOT recommend doing this.

Most of your reference information such as documents, spreadsheets and PDF’s (portable digital format) can be stored like a thumb drive and also can be utilized on the phone itself. There are many free App’s for this. The one that I use is ‘Polaris’ for Android. Adobe has a mobile App for PDF files also. For the “bullet” enthusiasts, there are a couple of apps called ‘BallCall’ and ‘Strelok’. For navigation I recommend ‘MapDroid’ and ‘Rmaps’. These do NOT need an Internet connection because it uses a built in database.

For the survivalist, there are quite a few good apps. ‘The Soldier’s Blue Book’ by Tradoc Pamphlet 600-4, ‘SAS Survival Lite’ and ‘U.S. Army Survival Guide’. (There are also paid Apps available if interested). For First Aid and Medical there are a few good apps out there but I will only mention the ones that do not need any kind of communication connection. They are ‘Herbs of Tradition and Supplements’, ‘iTriage’ and ‘iMedJet Pocketguide’. Some that I think are good reading are ‘The Art of War’ (App in motion), ‘We The People’ (A collection of Declaration of Independence, Constitution & Bill of Rights), ‘Signals’ (by APK labs), ‘International Code of Signals’ (by ICS) and ‘Ham Radio Study’.

When Setting up any Apps you will need an App like ‘App2SD’ so that you can put your Apps on your SD card and run them from there. This will do two things, one is back up your app and their date to secure source and second, it frees up memory on your phone.

The apps and information available is plentiful and can be tailored to your specific tastes and needs. If you have any questions post on thread and I’ll try to help if I can.

A howl from…
GreyWolf]]>
There are 4 basic smart phone platforms; iPhone, Windows, Blackberry & Android. Let me tell you this off the get, I am not a salesman or a promoter of one or any of these platforms. I am posting this to help you utilize your smart phone to it’s fullest. I have an Android (Linux Based Operating System-“OS”) and I use it as a micro-computer as well as for phone, e-mail, GPS and web search. However, this system should be used as a back up system, not your primary reference source. You should have multiple digital backups and hard copies in a fireproof and waterproof case that has been modified for EMP/CME or Faraday cage.

The basic anatomy of a smart phone is: OS, Radio (the phone), SIM card (Subscriber Identity Module), Micro SD Card (Secure Digital), GPS receiver, WiFi, Bluetooth, Hotspot (Gateway), and of course, the power supply/battery.

Due to two-way communication in the phone (radio, WiFi, & GPS) some believe that you should not use it because of tracing/tracking. You don’t’ need the radio, GPS or the WiFi on to use the phone as a micro PC. By pulling the SIM card in some models you can disable most or all communications systems internally. Other models can be turned off or disabled manually through the OS. The iPhone is the exception to this. It would need to be hacked or cracked and I do NOT recommend doing this.

Most of your reference information such as documents, spreadsheets and PDF’s (portable digital format) can be stored like a thumb drive and also can be utilized on the phone itself. There are many free App’s for this. The one that I use is ‘Polaris’ for Android. Adobe has a mobile App for PDF files also. For the “bullet” enthusiasts, there are a couple of apps called ‘BallCall’ and ‘Strelok’. For navigation I recommend ‘MapDroid’ and ‘Rmaps’. These do NOT need an Internet connection because it uses a built in database.

For the survivalist, there are quite a few good apps. ‘The Soldier’s Blue Book’ by Tradoc Pamphlet 600-4, ‘SAS Survival Lite’ and ‘U.S. Army Survival Guide’. (There are also paid Apps available if interested). For First Aid and Medical there are a few good apps out there but I will only mention the ones that do not need any kind of communication connection. They are ‘Herbs of Tradition and Supplements’, ‘iTriage’ and ‘iMedJet Pocketguide’. Some that I think are good reading are ‘The Art of War’ (App in motion), ‘We The People’ (A collection of Declaration of Independence, Constitution & Bill of Rights), ‘Signals’ (by APK labs), ‘International Code of Signals’ (by ICS) and ‘Ham Radio Study’.

When Setting up any Apps you will need an App like ‘App2SD’ so that you can put your Apps on your SD card and run them from there. This will do two things, one is back up your app and their date to secure source and second, it frees up memory on your phone.

The apps and information available is plentiful and can be tailored to your specific tastes and needs. If you have any questions post on thread and I’ll try to help if I can.

A howl from…
GreyWolf]]> <![CDATA[Anybody eat rabbit?]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2050 Tue, 15 May 2012 20:21:04 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2050 <![CDATA[WATER BARRELS]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2046 Sun, 13 May 2012 23:00:46 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2046
I bought 4 and there were 8 left Saturday late.

H]]>
I bought 4 and there were 8 left Saturday late.

H]]> <![CDATA[handloading manual@Ollies aberdeen]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2045 Fri, 11 May 2012 19:18:08 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2045 Front Cover
Judy Donnelly
0 Reviews
Skyhorse Publishing Company, Incorporated, Aug 17, 2011 - 608 pages
Now available for the first time since 2003, The Handloader's Manual of Cartridge Conversions offers the handloader all the physical data, how-to designs, tools, and drawings needed to convert modern, easily obtainable materials into more than 1,000 different rifle and pistol cartridge cases, ranging from the obsolete patterns to modern, cutting-edge "wildcats." This classic guide has been revised with a new, easy-to-reference format, complete with a full index of hundreds of cartridges. This truly is the handloader's one-stop guide for creating personalized cartridges.

Ollies had 4 of these books yesterday on an end cap display in their book section.MSRP $29.95 ollies price $6.99.]]> Front Cover
Judy Donnelly
0 Reviews
Skyhorse Publishing Company, Incorporated, Aug 17, 2011 - 608 pages
Now available for the first time since 2003, The Handloader's Manual of Cartridge Conversions offers the handloader all the physical data, how-to designs, tools, and drawings needed to convert modern, easily obtainable materials into more than 1,000 different rifle and pistol cartridge cases, ranging from the obsolete patterns to modern, cutting-edge "wildcats." This classic guide has been revised with a new, easy-to-reference format, complete with a full index of hundreds of cartridges. This truly is the handloader's one-stop guide for creating personalized cartridges.

Ollies had 4 of these books yesterday on an end cap display in their book section.MSRP $29.95 ollies price $6.99.]]> <![CDATA[Solar And Wind Expo, May 11-13]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2043 Thu, 10 May 2012 13:09:52 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2043 Friday May 11 - Sunday May 13
Timonium Fairgrounds Main Exibition hall
Cost: $12, Seniors $8
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

http://www.TheSolarAndWindExpo.com/]]> Friday May 11 - Sunday May 13
Timonium Fairgrounds Main Exibition hall
Cost: $12, Seniors $8
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

http://www.TheSolarAndWindExpo.com/]]> <![CDATA["Old" Bread Flour]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2038 Tue, 08 May 2012 17:48:41 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2038 From a recent inventory we had two buckets of bread flour that were dated 2003. The flour had been put up in mylar bags with oxygen absorbers and then into recycled buckets. Upon the last inspection I realized that two of them had not sealed as tightly as the others.

Being suspect I decided that these would be the perfect candidates to open and use. So one bucket came up to replace the 'AP' flour I had been using.

Opened it up and all appeared and smelled normal - even fresh. I used 5 cups and two of fresh ground wheat to make my two loafs of wheat bread.

I must say that I was surprised. Even the wife said that these were the best loafs yet. Even if the did rise and then fell never to rise fully again.

So several lessons learned here: (1) just because that oxy absorber mylar bagged flour (or what ever) still has some fluff in it doesn't mean it's oxygen. (2) 9 year old flour, stored properly, taste as good as the day it was bought. And (3) the 2 buckets that are tight as bricks are (I'd say) good to go for at least another 9 years and the one remaining bucket that has alittle fluff in it probably is too.

H]]> From a recent inventory we had two buckets of bread flour that were dated 2003. The flour had been put up in mylar bags with oxygen absorbers and then into recycled buckets. Upon the last inspection I realized that two of them had not sealed as tightly as the others.

Being suspect I decided that these would be the perfect candidates to open and use. So one bucket came up to replace the 'AP' flour I had been using.

Opened it up and all appeared and smelled normal - even fresh. I used 5 cups and two of fresh ground wheat to make my two loafs of wheat bread.

I must say that I was surprised. Even the wife said that these were the best loafs yet. Even if the did rise and then fell never to rise fully again.

So several lessons learned here: (1) just because that oxy absorber mylar bagged flour (or what ever) still has some fluff in it doesn't mean it's oxygen. (2) 9 year old flour, stored properly, taste as good as the day it was bought. And (3) the 2 buckets that are tight as bricks are (I'd say) good to go for at least another 9 years and the one remaining bucket that has alittle fluff in it probably is too.

H]]> <![CDATA[2012 Beef Buy Interest Thread, Cont...]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2037 Mon, 07 May 2012 19:04:24 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2037
Note:
Steers are sold and priced by the side, if you interested in 1/4 steer, you'll need to find a "partner" to split a side with. When you partner up with someone I'll need ONE member to be responsible for the money and cut-sheets for that side. You can decide that with your partner who will take the reins....We have not had any problems partnering members for split sides...]]>
Note:
Steers are sold and priced by the side, if you interested in 1/4 steer, you'll need to find a "partner" to split a side with. When you partner up with someone I'll need ONE member to be responsible for the money and cut-sheets for that side. You can decide that with your partner who will take the reins....We have not had any problems partnering members for split sides...]]> <![CDATA[Greetings from Princess Anne]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2036 Mon, 07 May 2012 11:33:43 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2036

Nathan]]>

Nathan]]> <![CDATA[Craiglist ad]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2035 Sat, 05 May 2012 21:08:23 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2035 http://baltimore.craigslist.org/spo/2998309926.html]]> http://baltimore.craigslist.org/spo/2998309926.html]]> <![CDATA[Body work in Southern MD]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2033 Sat, 05 May 2012 06:41:21 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2033 <![CDATA[PERFECT BOV DIESEL 4X4 10,350 ORIGINAL MILES]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2032 Fri, 04 May 2012 22:57:45 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2032
PRICE REDUCED!!! CAN ACCEPT ALL FORMS OF PAYMENT INCLUDING CREDIT CARDS 1

Chevy pickup diesel military 10,348 mi. 1987.5 M1028 shelter carrier - $5000 (MOUNT AIRY-LISBON)
Date: 2012-05-04, 3:36PM EDT
Reply to: qvv2f-2988982008@sale.craigslist.org
cell: 301-524-6144 anytime

This truck is a real mechanical Gem. My wife doesn't want me to get rid of it but we just bought a bus and etc, etc...

This truck is from Army Materiel Command in Northern Virginia. It was kept indoors in a hangar and was absolutely free of any rust when I got it in 2007 with about 6800 real miles on it. The interior was beautiful and had great vinyl, a little more wear now but it is still very nice. Everything on this is original except for the batteries. I have commercial batteries in it at the moment. The charging system was gone over by vehicle electrical specialists, great bill of health. I have had Fitzgerald Chevrolet in Frederick go over every detail of this vehicle and also adjust the alignment. They offered to buy it from me at the time (guy doesn't work there anymore). The service manager told me it was the best preserved low mileage truck he had ever seen back in '07 and we kept it as a bug out vehicle. It has been dealer serviced since. I have driven this about 500 miles a year or less, it now has 10, 348 miles. It fires up beautifully first light crank, no smoke and runs awesome. The 6.2 liter diesel is a Detroit (fantastic, not crappy revamp) and the automatic trans is a th400. The truck is truly unique it has a 200 amp breaker on the dash to control the wiring for the peripherals. There is wiring for a shelter or trailer at 200 amps of 24V power neatly housed in a cool little compartment in the front of the bed. Also, there is an air conditioner compressor under the hood that is in place from the factory and ready to be plumbed to the dash. I was very excited about this when I bought it. I would love to see this become someone's beloved collectible but don't be fooled because this truck can be a well behaved daily driver and is very happy on the road at highway speeds (no b.s.). It is very comfortable and the ride is not harsh. The bushings are all still in great shape. I have driven it to Aberdeen and back many times while at 55-70, it's not like any of the others I have owned. It may be because this truck is part M1010 and part M1028. It is badged as a M1028. The dash pad should be replaced for this to be excellent in the interior. I have not done that since it is so close to being air conditioned I wasn't sure if I wanted to alter it. Easy enough fix though, 20 minutes? or so. I have the replacement. I have 6000 in it and the S-250 shelter can be purchased for 500-1000 depending on what you want from inside of it. These have sold for as much as 7500 to 9000 all over the internet. Many have sold for a little less that were not turn key and not mechanically flawless as mine. The price is great and I am willing to take a non refundable deposit and a check or credit card for the difference if the terms are agreeable. I have the title and the original Army plates that were on this truck when I got it.
I will attach the specs as follows:
This M1028 has been equipped with heavy-duty electrical systems that incorporate the M1010 200 amp/24v electrical system and air conditioner fixtures. These M1028s have not been provided with a different designation.
General Motors
The GM CUCVs were produced in the 1983-86 time period (model years were 1984-87 and mostly 1984) and were powered by 6.2L Detroit Diesel V8 engine. The GM CUCVs were assembled mostly from the heaviest duty bits and pieces from the light commercial truck lines. The CUCVs came in three basic body styles, a pickup, a utility and an ambulance body. A chassis cab fitted with a service body could be called a fourth. The M1008 was the basic cargo truck, the M1010 was the ambulance and the M1009 3/4 ton utility rig, which was a stripped Blazer uprated to 3/4-ton capacity. With the exception of the M1009, the trucks were all rated as 1-1/4 ton (commonly called a "five-quarter"), even though some of them had payloads in excess of that. In the truck lines there were some heavy duty variants, to include the M1028 shelter carriers, the shelter being a mobile command, communications or intelligence operations enclosure. The M1031 was the chassis cab which was most commonly found in the two door version. These latter trucks were all rated for heavier 3,600 or 3,900 pound loads, vs. the M1008s 2,900 pound load capacity.
Powertrain
All the CUCVs were powered by GM's 6.2L J-series Detroit Diesel V8 engine non-emissions diesel. These were rated at 155 hp (116 kW) and 240 lb·ft (325 N·m), which was 5 hp (3.7 kW) more than the emissions diesel engine of the time. They were all equipped with the TH-400 automatic. All but the M1028A1 and M1031 used the NP-208 chain drive transfer case. The M1028A1 and M1031 units had a slip-yoke rear output version of the NP-205, which was specified mainly for its PTO capacity.
Axles
The M1008 trucks used open Dana 60 front axles, with the M1028 and M1031 variations often having a Trac-Lok limited slip. In the rear, the M1008s used the GM 10.5-inch (270 mm) 10.5" Corporate 14 Bolt Differential with No-Spin lockers (the commercial trade name for the Detroit Locker). Though the M1028A2 and A3 duallies have Dana 70 HD axles. Axle gear ratios were 4.56:1.
Electrical
As with other military vehicles, the CUCVs used a 24-volt electrical system. It was actually a hybrid 12/24-volt system that used 24-volts under the hood, complete with dual 100 amp alternators, the mandatory NATO slave receptacle for jump starting any NATO vehicle, and hookups for military radios. The rest of the truck was 12-volt.
GM Defense
The GM CUCV may not have made the grade as a battlefield vehicle, but it served well enough in its original role as a dollar-saving bridge between out-and-out tactical vehicles and off-the-shelf civilian vehicles. Like the rear echelon human troops, they provide support for the frontline forces. CUCVs of all generations are still in US service, though there are also many that have passed through military surplus sales into civilian ownership. In US military service, CUCVs have been removed from MTOE-based organizations in the Army and Marines, but are still in use as base / garrison support vehicles for organizations like Range Control, Base Facilities and Engineering, and other TDA[?] uses.
CUCV Specifications
Model years: '84-'87 GM M1008 CUCV

Engine: 379ci (6.2L) Detroit Diesel V8 engine
Power: 155 hp (116 kW) @ 3600 rpm
Torque: 257 lb·ft (348 N·m) @ 2000 rpm
Compression Ratio: 21:1
Transmission: THM400, 3-speed automatic
Transfer Case: NP-208 (unsynchronized)
NP-205 Used in trucks requiring PTO
Front Axle: Dana 60
Most were open except M1028's which feature Spicer Trak-lock (limited slip)
Rear Axle: 10.5" Corporate 14 Bolt Differential, with a Detroit Locker
Dana 70 used in trucks with dual rear wheel modification.
Axle Ratio: 4.56:1
Wheelbase: 131.5 inches
GVW: 8,800 pounds
Curb: Weight: 5,900 pounds
Tires: 235/85R-16E
Fuel Capacity: 20 gallons
Fording Depth: 20 inches
Approach/Angle: 42 degrees]]>
PRICE REDUCED!!! CAN ACCEPT ALL FORMS OF PAYMENT INCLUDING CREDIT CARDS 1

Chevy pickup diesel military 10,348 mi. 1987.5 M1028 shelter carrier - $5000 (MOUNT AIRY-LISBON)
Date: 2012-05-04, 3:36PM EDT
Reply to: qvv2f-2988982008@sale.craigslist.org
cell: 301-524-6144 anytime

This truck is a real mechanical Gem. My wife doesn't want me to get rid of it but we just bought a bus and etc, etc...

This truck is from Army Materiel Command in Northern Virginia. It was kept indoors in a hangar and was absolutely free of any rust when I got it in 2007 with about 6800 real miles on it. The interior was beautiful and had great vinyl, a little more wear now but it is still very nice. Everything on this is original except for the batteries. I have commercial batteries in it at the moment. The charging system was gone over by vehicle electrical specialists, great bill of health. I have had Fitzgerald Chevrolet in Frederick go over every detail of this vehicle and also adjust the alignment. They offered to buy it from me at the time (guy doesn't work there anymore). The service manager told me it was the best preserved low mileage truck he had ever seen back in '07 and we kept it as a bug out vehicle. It has been dealer serviced since. I have driven this about 500 miles a year or less, it now has 10, 348 miles. It fires up beautifully first light crank, no smoke and runs awesome. The 6.2 liter diesel is a Detroit (fantastic, not crappy revamp) and the automatic trans is a th400. The truck is truly unique it has a 200 amp breaker on the dash to control the wiring for the peripherals. There is wiring for a shelter or trailer at 200 amps of 24V power neatly housed in a cool little compartment in the front of the bed. Also, there is an air conditioner compressor under the hood that is in place from the factory and ready to be plumbed to the dash. I was very excited about this when I bought it. I would love to see this become someone's beloved collectible but don't be fooled because this truck can be a well behaved daily driver and is very happy on the road at highway speeds (no b.s.). It is very comfortable and the ride is not harsh. The bushings are all still in great shape. I have driven it to Aberdeen and back many times while at 55-70, it's not like any of the others I have owned. It may be because this truck is part M1010 and part M1028. It is badged as a M1028. The dash pad should be replaced for this to be excellent in the interior. I have not done that since it is so close to being air conditioned I wasn't sure if I wanted to alter it. Easy enough fix though, 20 minutes? or so. I have the replacement. I have 6000 in it and the S-250 shelter can be purchased for 500-1000 depending on what you want from inside of it. These have sold for as much as 7500 to 9000 all over the internet. Many have sold for a little less that were not turn key and not mechanically flawless as mine. The price is great and I am willing to take a non refundable deposit and a check or credit card for the difference if the terms are agreeable. I have the title and the original Army plates that were on this truck when I got it.
I will attach the specs as follows:
This M1028 has been equipped with heavy-duty electrical systems that incorporate the M1010 200 amp/24v electrical system and air conditioner fixtures. These M1028s have not been provided with a different designation.
General Motors
The GM CUCVs were produced in the 1983-86 time period (model years were 1984-87 and mostly 1984) and were powered by 6.2L Detroit Diesel V8 engine. The GM CUCVs were assembled mostly from the heaviest duty bits and pieces from the light commercial truck lines. The CUCVs came in three basic body styles, a pickup, a utility and an ambulance body. A chassis cab fitted with a service body could be called a fourth. The M1008 was the basic cargo truck, the M1010 was the ambulance and the M1009 3/4 ton utility rig, which was a stripped Blazer uprated to 3/4-ton capacity. With the exception of the M1009, the trucks were all rated as 1-1/4 ton (commonly called a "five-quarter"), even though some of them had payloads in excess of that. In the truck lines there were some heavy duty variants, to include the M1028 shelter carriers, the shelter being a mobile command, communications or intelligence operations enclosure. The M1031 was the chassis cab which was most commonly found in the two door version. These latter trucks were all rated for heavier 3,600 or 3,900 pound loads, vs. the M1008s 2,900 pound load capacity.
Powertrain
All the CUCVs were powered by GM's 6.2L J-series Detroit Diesel V8 engine non-emissions diesel. These were rated at 155 hp (116 kW) and 240 lb·ft (325 N·m), which was 5 hp (3.7 kW) more than the emissions diesel engine of the time. They were all equipped with the TH-400 automatic. All but the M1028A1 and M1031 used the NP-208 chain drive transfer case. The M1028A1 and M1031 units had a slip-yoke rear output version of the NP-205, which was specified mainly for its PTO capacity.
Axles
The M1008 trucks used open Dana 60 front axles, with the M1028 and M1031 variations often having a Trac-Lok limited slip. In the rear, the M1008s used the GM 10.5-inch (270 mm) 10.5" Corporate 14 Bolt Differential with No-Spin lockers (the commercial trade name for the Detroit Locker). Though the M1028A2 and A3 duallies have Dana 70 HD axles. Axle gear ratios were 4.56:1.
Electrical
As with other military vehicles, the CUCVs used a 24-volt electrical system. It was actually a hybrid 12/24-volt system that used 24-volts under the hood, complete with dual 100 amp alternators, the mandatory NATO slave receptacle for jump starting any NATO vehicle, and hookups for military radios. The rest of the truck was 12-volt.
GM Defense
The GM CUCV may not have made the grade as a battlefield vehicle, but it served well enough in its original role as a dollar-saving bridge between out-and-out tactical vehicles and off-the-shelf civilian vehicles. Like the rear echelon human troops, they provide support for the frontline forces. CUCVs of all generations are still in US service, though there are also many that have passed through military surplus sales into civilian ownership. In US military service, CUCVs have been removed from MTOE-based organizations in the Army and Marines, but are still in use as base / garrison support vehicles for organizations like Range Control, Base Facilities and Engineering, and other TDA[?] uses.
CUCV Specifications
Model years: '84-'87 GM M1008 CUCV

Engine: 379ci (6.2L) Detroit Diesel V8 engine
Power: 155 hp (116 kW) @ 3600 rpm
Torque: 257 lb·ft (348 N·m) @ 2000 rpm
Compression Ratio: 21:1
Transmission: THM400, 3-speed automatic
Transfer Case: NP-208 (unsynchronized)
NP-205 Used in trucks requiring PTO
Front Axle: Dana 60
Most were open except M1028's which feature Spicer Trak-lock (limited slip)
Rear Axle: 10.5" Corporate 14 Bolt Differential, with a Detroit Locker
Dana 70 used in trucks with dual rear wheel modification.
Axle Ratio: 4.56:1
Wheelbase: 131.5 inches
GVW: 8,800 pounds
Curb: Weight: 5,900 pounds
Tires: 235/85R-16E
Fuel Capacity: 20 gallons
Fording Depth: 20 inches
Approach/Angle: 42 degrees]]> <![CDATA[Updated - Solid Red Oak Corner Computer Hutch]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2031 Fri, 04 May 2012 00:19:39 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2031 Nice piece of furniture and I hate to let it go but we've just down sized out of it.

BEST OFFER and would consider trades of ???? whatcha got?

I'd post a picture but can't seem to figure it out...]]> Nice piece of furniture and I hate to let it go but we've just down sized out of it.

BEST OFFER and would consider trades of ???? whatcha got?

I'd post a picture but can't seem to figure it out...]]> <![CDATA[Concrete work]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2030 Fri, 04 May 2012 00:10:37 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2030 One is a 4'ish x6'ish 2" concrete slab on mostly flat ground.
Second is 2x2 foot step down pads on a slope for rain barrels. Want at least 3 of these.

Figured I'd check here first...might as well help someone buy some beans and bullets!

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Second is 2x2 foot step down pads on a slope for rain barrels. Want at least 3 of these.

Figured I'd check here first...might as well help someone buy some beans and bullets!

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This is one of the things I would like to just print and have.


I found this site when researching Sage this morning, (very informative)
http://www.vitaminstuff.com/herbs-sage.html


I guess we could use this thread share our herbal suggestions.]]>
This is one of the things I would like to just print and have.


I found this site when researching Sage this morning, (very informative)
http://www.vitaminstuff.com/herbs-sage.html


I guess we could use this thread share our herbal suggestions.]]> <![CDATA[Growing Sweet Potatoes?]]> http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2028 Thu, 03 May 2012 12:50:13 +0000 http://mdpreparedness.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=2028
For those of you that have grown them, how did you go about curing them?]]>
For those of you that have grown them, how did you go about curing them?]]>