Brings me back. Flying down a fire road on Ft. Bragg, no top, on the way back from a jump, pedal mashed to the floor and a full load of paratroopers. Company commander standing up in the back feeling the wind and wooping louder than the engine. "YAHOOEE!" Probably spend more time working on it on the motor pool than actually driving it, but damn well worth it.
From one Paratrooper to another, thanks for posting the first vid back in May of '16 when you bought the truck. I was interested in getting one, and your video was the bad influence that pushed my interest to obsession. I've been daily-driving a Boyce-Built bobbed M35A2 for 10 months now. I'm very, very happy with my truck. Thanks again - Maker
I personally like the 6x6 look but your truck looks awesome it is very well done it’s a shame you had to sell it thank you for the video and caring enough about American automotive history to restore this beautiful truck thanks and God Bless
As a daily driver, we burn through rear tires every year or two. Once bobbed, the truck drives so much better. No tire scrub, steering is much easier, the bull gear whine is far less, and the acceleration and fuel economy is improved by quite a bit. I've got a full length bob with the stock box. In this setup, tires can be as big as you want and in Michigan, we have no lift restrictions when the vehicle is over 10,000 lbs. For a daily driver, bobbed was the way to go. See "jim beam deuce" to see what a full length bob looks like. Pretty much the same setup I've got but in green :)
I've always thought why remove the axle. If I don't want it for daily driving. Then why not just lift it up and chain it to the frame. They have lots of individual lift. You could even disconnect the drive shaft between the tandem axles. And have it when you feel like off roading. You may not loose the weight like a Bob but it would still be easier to turn for daily driving. Semi have floating axles for when needed. Just something I've always thought.
@@roger111ify : I Agree with you airborne, shorter wheelbase in the mountains or anywhere off road is the way to go especially if you don't need a 3rd axle for hauling tons of ordinance and supplys.
Hey airborne what was the orange or reddish thing strapped to the side of your truck, was it a jack? What can you tell me about it & if it wasn’t did you get a jack for it & where? Where did you get your new data plate for in the cab? Eastern equipment or Boyce or C&C ?
Hey partner, it's a hi lift jack...on the side. The data plates I bought on line they are new copies. They were cheap no more than 20 bucks. I don't remember the website.
Great looking truck, good shape - clean. Would be fun. A buddy asked "why do you need that?" I am thinking "we live in Minnesota, what don't I need this - at least 6 months of winter a year." What couldn't you carry/pull?
Hey partner, tell your buddy that the right question is " why would you not want that? Because the beast is as close to a tank but with out a turret... and to answer your last question....EVERYTHING AND ANYTHING! goodluck buddy.
Glad this is a recent video, 'cause I was wondering why this thing is so quiet (for a Deuce). Even without a muffler it's not that loud. Is it one those multi-fuels without the turbo? EDIT: found the answer in another video.
Hey partner, there are some times where you have to double clutch, but for the most part you don't have too. As for down shifting you can but you will grind gears since some of the gears are not synchronized.
AIRBORNE Trooper . I have a 71 model. Stock. Well-kept mechanically perfect Seat reupholstering and a couple other little necessary things but not restored like yours. It would be a good candidate though. Trying to figure out how to get the most money out of it if I sell it . And still be fair. Trying to get practical. You know the deal . It hurts a little but someone else will get more use & enjoy it. Located in Carthage North Carolina. Any thoughts or advice greatly appreciated. maybe even a trade? Have a good day.
Hey partner he was correct in the sense that if the steering wheel turned quickly like for example in an accident or offroading and you are grabbing the steering wheel with thumbs locked in a normal grip, heck yeah it will snap you thumb....
They cut them out for a smaller truck.....and their buddy gets the extra axle for his mega truck!!!!!...then get another buddy's extra axle and hes a got a mudd truck!!!...ITS STILL A SWEET LOOKING TRUCK!!!!
Hey, Brotherman... I'm sorry to bother you. I bet you're over these videos... Maybe you could help me. I've got one of these headed to me from Boyce in the next few weeks. At 6:08 in I noticed a normal FL tag. I'm in Florida. If you've got a minute or two, would you mind telling me how you went about getting her tagged and on the road? I'll paypal you enough for a case of beer for your trouble... Thanks!
No don't worry about it, the truck comes titled from Boyce so you can get a tag that's the good news, the bad news is I was not in Florida when I got a license plate since I'm still active duty. I went to dmvflorida.org and clicked on registration, tag and title services; on top of website hit vehicle tags & title.. just follow the steps and paperwork that need to be submitted, after that you will get the plate in the mail. The hardest part is putting the packet together.
Hey partner, thanks for the compliment, however the restoration was done by Boyce equipment, I just did some upgrades like interior lights, driving lights and toggle switches.
@@roger111ify Thanks for the fast reply. Our 1973 M35A2 is down but not out. Needs a new engine. It doubles as our event stage since it's a drop-side. Thanks again.
Good question? But why would you want that, the beauty of the deuce is its Hercules multi fuel engine. The multi fuel capability is a major reason why you would like a deuce and half.
@@roger111ify : Thank you for your response. The Detroit 6V71 produces around 220/230 HP @ about 2,200rpm, what is that, about 3 times what the Hercules produces?, and the multi fuel capability, in my opinion, how often would the average "Joe" run into a situation where you can't find diesel #2, most think that you can dump "Anything" combustible in the tank and be on their merry way, not necessarily true, filtering and diluting/blending heavier patrolium based products is necessary in order for the injector pump to digest these products. think you can filler up with premium unleaded gas?, you can use gas but, if I remember correctly, gasoline can only be used in an extreme emergency, and may only be used for a distances "LESS THAN A QUARTER MILE",so that option would be 100% useless to me, If the owner/operator ran their tank so low to where they had to resort to using Gasoline to get to the nearest fuel station, well, they deserve to be stranded, always carry a couple of Gerry cans with fuel. I'am by no means kicking the Multi-Fuel engine in the teeth, but...this is only my opinion, two things should have been improved with the Deuce early on in production, (1) The uni-directional tires.... flat out dysfunctional, that 16,000lb vehicle should have had a much larger footprint from the get go, (2) The engine was underpowered. I will say though,despite some setbacks, the Deuce was and is a fantastic truck, no two ways about it. I would give my left arm for a bobbed deuce like the one you have, that's a very nice truck. Thanks for sharing! Kind regards, Eric Dee
hey there,im sorry,but im not quite sure what you meant!?.. i would like to buy the deuce. what did you mean by beast spending sale?. i do apologize, not trying to bother you,but i am a serious looker,looking only to by a 2 n a half.
@@roger111ify , Btw THX What I mean is How Much speed (Transmission) 6 speed manual transmission or 8 speed manual Transmission? Plus Is That your Truck Has a Power steering? Greetings From Indonesia Brother.
tater0909 good luck... most owners think their trucks worth gold which is bull shit because most of them bought them dirt cheap and want to charge 6-8 grand for a high mileage and high hours worn out fucking truck... pisses me off because guys wait until 4-5 go on auction and buy all the cheap so no one else gets a chance to own one.
Because there is a residual engine vibration that transfers to the cab, therefore since the phone is attached to the cab common sense dictates that the phone would shake also. Any other questions?
Thanks for your back seat driving comments, I will try not to coast to a stop because some individual in RUclips thinks he knows how to drive better than everybody else. Hey I'll make you a deal when you can afford a Deuce and make a video then I will listen to you Mr. I give advice but I don't own one....
with this truck you drive in whatever lane you want.....and he knew he was making a left turn , with a big truck you get in lane you need way in advance ....noobs.
Another one, that thinks a deuce is a speed truck, hey partner if you wait to only come out on the left lane with a deuce your going to sit there for a while, have you driven one. I am going to take a while guess and your answer is NO. So let the driving to guys that know how to handle real vehicles, and not sunday night quarterback.🤫
@@roger111ify I was a combat engineer and heavy equipment operator/ diesel mechanic, I know great deal more about these trucks than you could ever hope to. Further more you're driving in the left lane aka the express lane aka passing lane. You should be in the right hand lane for slower moving vehicles. Everything you just said proves your stupidity and that you don't even know the road laws. Way to make yourself look like an idiot tough guy!😂🤣
@@roger111ify I particularly love how you smart off saying about waiting to be in the left lane yet that's the lane you're driving in!😂😂😂 Do you even know your right from your left?! 🤣🤣 You also had plenty of chance to switch over to the right lane where you should instead hogging the express lane like a jackass! 😂🤣Go study up on your state DMV laws and get back to me hero
Brings me back. Flying down a fire road on Ft. Bragg, no top, on the way back from a jump, pedal mashed to the floor and a full load of paratroopers. Company commander standing up in the back feeling the wind and wooping louder than the engine. "YAHOOEE!"
Probably spend more time working on it on the motor pool than actually driving it, but damn well worth it.
Excatly you know why I had to get one....
From one Paratrooper to another, thanks for posting the first vid back in May of '16 when you bought the truck. I was interested in getting one, and your video was the bad influence that pushed my interest to obsession. I've been daily-driving a Boyce-Built bobbed M35A2 for 10 months now. I'm very, very happy with my truck. Thanks again - Maker
Should make a video of your truck
What's the insurance run? Thinking about picking up one
I personally like the 6x6 look but your truck looks awesome it is very well done it’s a shame you had to sell it thank you for the video and caring enough about American automotive history to restore this beautiful truck thanks and God Bless
Thanks partner, I agree the 6x6 is nice, maybe my next truck.
WHY WHY WHY do people cut one of the rear axles out of these trucks?!?? There is an especially hot place in hell waiting for those who bob a 6x6.
I agree partner, the 6x6 gorgeous truck however the bobbed version is easier to drive and live with in a city area.....
As a daily driver, we burn through rear tires every year or two. Once bobbed, the truck drives so much better. No tire scrub, steering is much easier, the bull gear whine is far less, and the acceleration and fuel economy is improved by quite a bit. I've got a full length bob with the stock box. In this setup, tires can be as big as you want and in Michigan, we have no lift restrictions when the vehicle is over 10,000 lbs. For a daily driver, bobbed was the way to go. See "jim beam deuce" to see what a full length bob looks like. Pretty much the same setup I've got but in green :)
I've always thought why remove the axle. If I don't want it for daily driving. Then why not just lift it up and chain it to the frame. They have lots of individual lift. You could even disconnect the drive shaft between the tandem axles. And have it when you feel like off roading. You may not loose the weight like a Bob but it would still be easier to turn for daily driving. Semi have floating axles for when needed. Just something I've always thought.
@@roger111ify : I Agree with you airborne, shorter wheelbase in the mountains or anywhere off road is the way to go especially if you don't need a 3rd axle for hauling tons of ordinance and supplys.
Kell Schultz for sure ! Leave that Rockwell there WTF
truck is beautiful though.... Youve done an awesome job in preserving it.....
No he molested it and cut half the truck off
Awesome ride thanks..💪♥️
Awesome Truck!!!! Omg i love it
thats bad ass sir....
Genau so sollte er sein. Sehr schön!!!!
A very nice truck man
That is one nice truck !
thank you
awsome truck
I'm getting one From Boyce also.Thanks Airborne Trooper. Great videos.
Enjoy her, they are the best trucks
Love your truck
thanks partner.... it's a great truck, don't want to get rid of it...
Bad Ass Brother, I will Definitely Consider Buy At Boyce
Hey airborne what was the orange or reddish thing strapped to the side of your truck, was it a jack?
What can you tell me about it & if it wasn’t did you get a jack for it & where?
Where did you get your new data plate for in the cab? Eastern equipment or Boyce or C&C ?
Hey partner, it's a hi lift jack...on the side. The data plates I bought on line they are new copies. They were cheap no more than 20 bucks. I don't remember the website.
I love it
Great looking truck, good shape - clean. Would be fun. A buddy asked "why do you need that?" I am thinking "we live in Minnesota, what don't I need this - at least 6 months of winter a year." What couldn't you carry/pull?
Hey partner, tell your buddy that the right question is " why would you not want that? Because the beast is as close to a tank but with out a turret... and to answer your last question....EVERYTHING AND ANYTHING! goodluck buddy.
beautiful truck!
Thanks partner, I'm sad I sold it
@@roger111ify I just bought one - Its not bobbed - but super super clean paid large for it $14k
That thing is bad ass.
Lovet it man
How much do you ask for
M35 A1-A2 is my favorite trucks
AIRBORNE Trooper is that highlift jack for the deuce and a half or for recovering other vehicles?
For both partner, for the Beast you going to make sure you lift a corner of the truck and it will work.
If I ever get one, I’m doing a 6-71 repower.
Glad this is a recent video, 'cause I was wondering why this thing is so quiet (for a Deuce). Even without a muffler it's not that loud. Is it one those multi-fuels without the turbo?
EDIT: found the answer in another video.
Leroy Lowe where can you link the video
So nice
Where did you get the red light , possibly toggle switches on the lower right side? I’m about to order my truck.
I found them on pepboys
Nice truck you did it up right
I will buy one one day. expcept I will have the dual axels in the back with the double tires on each hub.
You should they are great trucks
Nice drive,,
I have the same deuce, its cool but I got some trouple with, engine is too hot, and too feul consumtion how can I fix it, ✋✋
Very good 👍
Question
Do you double clutch it and downshift like tractor trailer.
Hey partner, there are some times where you have to double clutch, but for the most part you don't have too. As for down shifting you can but you will grind gears since some of the gears are not synchronized.
m35 is my hugest love ❤
GAH! NO! I would have bought this from you had I seen it earlier.
I drove one of those in 1979 and 1980. No hydraulic steering. You really have to wrestle with the steering wheel to make a turn.
Yes you do.... Its a man's truck.
@@roger111ify Also, the voltage regulator always malfunctioned. Where can you find replacements for it?
out of curiosity, how much did you get for the truck? my goal to buy a nice restored military truck in the next 5 years.
Hey partner, I got 21.5k for it
AIRBORNE Trooper . I have a 71 model. Stock. Well-kept mechanically perfect Seat reupholstering and a couple other little necessary things but not restored like yours. It would be a good candidate though. Trying to figure out how to get the most money out of it if I sell it . And still be fair. Trying to get practical. You know the deal . It hurts a little but someone else will get more use & enjoy it. Located in Carthage North Carolina. Any thoughts or advice greatly appreciated. maybe even a trade? Have a good day.
Dad drove one back in the day while he was in the army said if you hit a bump you almost break your arm 😂
Hey partner he was correct in the sense that if the steering wheel turned quickly like for example in an accident or offroading and you are grabbing the steering wheel with thumbs locked in a normal grip, heck yeah it will snap you thumb....
Dang I wish I could find a decent one
They cut them out for a smaller truck.....and their buddy gets the extra axle for his mega truck!!!!!...then get another buddy's extra axle and hes a got a mudd truck!!!...ITS STILL A SWEET LOOKING TRUCK!!!!
Dude your in FL?
Where did you get the data plates
Hey, Brotherman... I'm sorry to bother you. I bet you're over these videos... Maybe you could help me. I've got one of these headed to me from Boyce in the next few weeks. At 6:08 in I noticed a normal FL tag. I'm in Florida. If you've got a minute or two, would you mind telling me how you went about getting her tagged and on the road? I'll paypal you enough for a case of beer for your trouble... Thanks!
No don't worry about it, the truck comes titled from Boyce so you can get a tag that's the good news, the bad news is I was not in Florida when I got a license plate since I'm still active duty. I went to dmvflorida.org and clicked on registration, tag and title services; on top of website hit vehicle tags & title.. just follow the steps and paperwork that need to be submitted, after that you will get the plate in the mail. The hardest part is putting the packet together.
Great video! Looking at one now. Around what did this sell for? A guy I know has one for 11k but I'm not sure what they are worth
I was asking 21k, I guess it depends on how well maintained they where
@@roger111ify Ok, cool. Thank you!
I just to fix those in the army as a mechanic it's a good strong truck
We like what you've done with your M35A2. Please drop us a line. We want to restore ours in a similar way.
Hey partner, thanks for the compliment, however the restoration was done by Boyce equipment, I just did some upgrades like interior lights, driving lights and toggle switches.
@@roger111ify Thanks for the fast reply. Our 1973 M35A2 is down but not out. Needs a new engine. It doubles as our event stage since it's a drop-side. Thanks again.
that's a mint deuce !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks, partner....she is a beauty
wow, i want one
There's a 5 ton near me for sale and I'm having a tough time trying not to buy it!
Hey partner, but it... they all have personalities you'll love it
Buy IT !
I'am curious if a Detroit 6v71 would fit under the hood without drastic modifications??
Good question? But why would you want that, the beauty of the deuce is its Hercules multi fuel engine. The multi fuel capability is a major reason why you would like a deuce and half.
@@roger111ify : Thank you for your response. The Detroit 6V71 produces around 220/230 HP @ about 2,200rpm, what is that, about 3 times what the Hercules produces?, and the multi fuel capability, in my opinion, how often would the average "Joe" run into a situation where you can't find diesel #2, most think that you can dump "Anything" combustible in the tank and be on their merry way, not necessarily true, filtering and diluting/blending heavier patrolium based products is necessary in order for the injector pump to digest these products. think you can filler up with premium unleaded gas?, you can use gas but, if I remember correctly, gasoline can only be used in an extreme emergency, and may only be used for a distances "LESS THAN A QUARTER MILE",so that option would be 100% useless to me, If the owner/operator ran their tank so low to where they had to resort to using Gasoline to get to the nearest fuel station, well, they deserve to be stranded, always carry a couple of Gerry cans with fuel. I'am by no means kicking the Multi-Fuel engine in the teeth, but...this is only my opinion, two things should have been improved with the Deuce early on in production, (1) The uni-directional tires.... flat out dysfunctional, that 16,000lb vehicle should have had a much larger footprint from the get go, (2) The engine was underpowered. I will say though,despite some setbacks, the Deuce was and is a fantastic truck, no two ways about it. I would give my left arm for a bobbed deuce like the one you have, that's a very nice truck.
Thanks for sharing!
Kind regards, Eric Dee
23k......there, that saves you and us "trolls" a lot of time. I bought a bobbed 5-ton instead.
Give me a duce, you'd fall over the cliffs here with a 5 ton on our roads.
the two red switches down there, what are they ARB lockers?
Internal light strip and 12 inch light bar
Ok...X23... 🎥🐧😁
Where's the tarp and seats?
Did I miss the price?
Old is gold
That's sad, I was hoping you'd post more video's of this beast.
I have two other videos floating around RUclips partner
nevermind just noticed you Bob the rear end of it I want a natural truck
Cool, good luck they are great trucks you will enjoy them.
Want a good running deuce? Located in North Carolina.
How much did you sell it for? I just bought a 6x6 tractor mint condition for 15k with all new tires and another set of new tires.
21k.... but remember mine was a custom built...
Shane Hendricks where did u get it I want one lol
Hey partner 21.5K
Yo Airborne Trooper, what city you in?
Raileigh NC
Do always start off in 2nd?
Not always, but if you want to start and at least hit 10 mph with out shifting second it's the way to go. First gear it most for load.
hey there,im sorry,but im not quite sure what you meant!?.. i would like to buy the deuce. what did you mean by beast spending sale?. i do apologize, not trying to bother you,but i am a serious looker,looking only to by a 2 n a half.
The deuce is pending sale...... tomorrow if the gentlemen backs out I will send you a message
Fyi I'm asking 23k
Do you still have the deuce I'm very interested
Sold it a while ago, partner thanks for the interest....love that truck
How much gear or speed in This truck Has?
Max speed 61MPH
@@roger111ify , Btw THX
What I mean is How Much speed (Transmission)
6 speed manual transmission or 8 speed manual Transmission?
Plus Is That your Truck Has a Power steering?
Greetings From Indonesia Brother.
What was the reason for selling it?
New kid....
I fainted when i saw that it's neutered.
Now thats funny... LoL
Were these made in the 40‘s? They look so old
Mine is a 1971, however they have been making these Deuce and Half since the WWII but they are different
Is the truck still available?
Sorry partner, sold it
that looks very uncomfortable.
No its not that bad, but it is a military truck, simplicity over comfort.
Where can you find these trucks ?
Hey, partner try Boyce equipment
They located in Utah, brother...
tater0909 good luck... most owners think their trucks worth gold which is bull shit because most of them bought them dirt cheap and want to charge 6-8 grand for a high mileage and high hours worn out fucking truck... pisses me off because guys wait until 4-5 go on auction and buy all the cheap so no one else gets a chance to own one.
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Where did you get the head lights
It was a gift from my soldiers, could not tell you where they got them.
Mignon Meyer did you ever find any of those lights? I need some on mine.
Pick my 1971 in a week.
Where can I get one
Hey buddy go to BOYCE equipment
Ok ..how much ???
Sold for 21K
In Pa slow trucks have to be in right lane
Thanks, for your informative comment I'm not in PA.
Will this tow an aluminum bass boat ?
Hey partner, yes it can your gonna have to buy a drop down hitch... the M35A2 can pull easily 15k plus...
:) That's a real nice Deuce, my dad used to drive one in the Army. He's retired from Chrysler now. I'll share your video with him next time he's over.
Am I the only one wondering why the cameras bouncing or not bouncing but waving
Because there is a residual engine vibration that transfers to the cab, therefore since the phone is attached to the cab common sense dictates that the phone would shake also. Any other questions?
Why did you sale it
New family member.......trust me I did not want to.
You went from this to whining about a Browning 1911 .380, whatever happen?
Hey buddy, it's not whining it was giving potential buyers a heads up. I think you need to understand the difference. Also I made another video today.
@@roger111ify You were giving them incorrect info. Talk to them about it after firing, then I can understand it good or bad.
100 bucks?
Hey buddy, wish the truck was that cheap, would have avoided plenty of arguments with wife......lol
It's not a real deuce and a half
why
Bad to the bone
Thx...partner
@@roger111ify been looking at one. Not as nice as yours. But guy wants to trade for my atv. It's very tempting
you never coast to a stop or down a hill if you can't drive don't own one
Thanks for your back seat driving comments, I will try not to coast to a stop because some individual in RUclips thinks he knows how to drive better than everybody else. Hey I'll make you a deal when you can afford a Deuce and make a video then I will listen to you Mr. I give advice but I don't own one....
Thumbs down for left lane
I agree boss, move that big ass slow rig to the right lane.....
with this truck you drive in whatever lane you want.....and he knew he was making a left turn , with a big truck you get in lane you need way in advance ....noobs.
Needs to learn to drive in right lane🙄
Another one, that thinks a deuce is a speed truck, hey partner if you wait to only come out on the left lane with a deuce your going to sit there for a while, have you driven one. I am going to take a while guess and your answer is NO. So let the driving to guys that know how to handle real vehicles, and not sunday night quarterback.🤫
@@roger111ify I was a combat engineer and heavy equipment operator/ diesel mechanic, I know great deal more about these trucks than you could ever hope to. Further more you're driving in the left lane aka the express lane aka passing lane. You should be in the right hand lane for slower moving vehicles. Everything you just said proves your stupidity and that you don't even know the road laws. Way to make yourself look like an idiot tough guy!😂🤣
@@roger111ify I particularly love how you smart off saying about waiting to be in the left lane yet that's the lane you're driving in!😂😂😂 Do you even know your right from your left?! 🤣🤣 You also had plenty of chance to switch over to the right lane where you should instead hogging the express lane like a jackass! 😂🤣Go study up on your state DMV laws and get back to me hero
@@roger111ify nothing to say now huh hero?