Posted by ken uhrich on November 12, 1997 at 09:21:52:
In Reply to: Re: Dodge M880 Questions posted by dave on April 06, 1997 at 22:51:00:
: the 880 nothing more than a W200
: GENERAL trouble are wiring circuits , front axles bearing from being full time axles,
in mine a M886 amp meter melts the claster
i bolted amp meter wires with 1/4 20 bolt
and 1/2 roll tape
: 203 transfur haveing a chain drive
: 16.5 wheels , and no power steering
: look for a truck with locking hubs, 205 tranfur
: : I am considering the purchase of a Dodge M880 to use
: : as a daily driver and would like to know if anyone has
: : had much experience with them. The "Standard Catelog
: : of U.S. Military Vehicles lists them as rated for 1-1/4
: : tons. I have inspected a few and do not see much difference
: : from the standard W200. A surplus store near Harrisburg, PA
: : sell them for about $3,000. Are there any special
: : considerations I shoud be aware of in these vehicles?
: : Any help would be greatly appreciated.