From: MV Don Low (MVdonlow@hotmail.com)
Date: Tue Nov 04 2003 - 15:23:19 PST
Advice on what to look for you seem to get fine ,
MPG ? Both ! I get 13mpg Highway, city ,rough ridding no diference,
except towing I got 11MPG .
Club members have 2 other M1009s getting about 20 .21 mpg. at highway
Why everyone is diferent, I think its up to a good mechanic and proper
matience !
----- Original Message -----
From: "Combat" <hellcat@provide.net>
To: "Military Vehicles Mailing List" <mil-veh@mil-veh.org>
Sent: Monday, November 03, 2003 3:00 PM
Subject: [MV] M1009 questions
> Well folks it looks like our shop truck may be biting the bullet after
> 210000 (she's paid her dues times two) and I am considering replacing the
> vehicle with an M1009.
>
> First the vehicle MUST get decent mileage and I am getting differing
> feedback from 12mpg to 27. Whats the truth?
>
> Second I assume the drivetrain is standard GM stuff that is easily
sourced.
>
> Third I see many for sale that have been converted to 12V that doesnt make
> sense to me? Why not just use a converter or tap off one batt for 12V
> accesories?
>
> Finally what are the things to look for when examining one?
>
> (any have a nice one?)
>
>
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