1994 HMCS Project

[BlueHUMMERH2]

This is the thread where I will document what I've been doing on my truck. I didn't feel like making a web page, and I don't want to do this on HML because then no one here can view it. So enjoy all of the updation I'm about to release. :popcorn:

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[BlueHUMMERH2]

Today's project was to remove some of the seats and apply my leather seat covers. I have had them almost a year and I have been anxious to install them. However, I have waited until now because they seemed complicated according to the directions.... Well, they were! :D

So far two are on, and it's taken 3 hours, 2 bandages, and my fingers hurt.

Old seat, YUCK!:
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Duct Tape keeps the bottom on:
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Seat back:
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New seat, YAY!:
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[NewHummerGuy]

Thats definately a big improvement. You doing all 4 seats?? That should be good for about a box of bandages ;)

[Ground hawg]

lookin good. forget the bandages, if it's a cut use superglue. press the cut together and then put a drop of superglue on.

have fun with your project and keep the pictures comin

[BlueHUMMERH2]

I have given up on that self-mutilation fest for now. :D I have 2/4 seats done.

I was just out removing interior panels to see where I can put sound insulation. I found a leak somewhere is bringing water down into the cab. I also removed the rear door panel on the passengers side, and I'm trying to determine why the door lock isn't working automatically.

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

Sounds like its gonna be a good, long project car. The seats look good, and I hope that your fingers heal! lol

[ssgharkness020147]

I have given up on that self-mutilation fest for now. :D I have 2/4 seats done.

I was just out removing interior panels to see where I can put sound insulation. You can fit the insulation pretty much everywhere. I would recomend spraying the floors, rather then lay mat.


I found a leak somewhere is bringing water down into the cab. Probably the roof seams.

I also removed the rear door panel on the passengers side, and I'm trying to determine why the door lock isn't working automatically. If its an electric lock the cable usually is what is getting hung up. Sometimes the acuator fails, and then once and a great while a relay will go.

[frenzy1]

Good luck and keep us posted ! Great ride !!!:beerchug:

[lennyrebel]

This is the thread where I will document what I've been doing on my truck. I didn't feel like making a web page, and I don't want to do this on HML because then no one here can view it. So enjoy all of the updation I'm about to release. :popcorn:

http://shutter04.pictures.aol.com/data/pictures/09/002/67/7E/21/B8/r0kWk-Umrh9-wVGczzo2q+a2K8GnsvBy0300.jpg
I love that portable garage ,but i don't see nothing holding it down. Either you have managed to control nature or your just dang lucky. The Rebel:confused:

[BlueHUMMERH2]

I was just out removing interior panels to see where I can put sound insulation. You can fit the insulation pretty much everywhere. I would recomend spraying the floors, rather then lay mat.



Carey, what do you recommend? I haven't found anything yet. I'm going to look around at some of the A/V stores today that do car audio and see what they use. I found some rubber mats too that are about 1/2" thick for use in the floor and the ceiling.

[Ground hawg]

You might also want to check the front window seals, mine are so bad it blows bubbles when driving in the rain. not too much of a broblem unless i've recently washed it. then the bibbles get realy big:D

[BlueHUMMERH2]

You might also want to check the front window seals, mine are so bad it blows bubbles when driving in the rain. not too much of a broblem unless i've recently washed it. then the bibbles get realy big:D

Haha, that's crazy. I think my seals are pretty good, but I've got some sticky windows which I'm still trying to evaluate. But when the windows go up the sound goes down... somewhat... :D

[ssgharkness020147]

I used Dynamat Xtreme, nice stuff but it is REALLY expensive. I think I spent 150.00 on just 14 sq ft, which is about enough for two layers on the doghouse! I would look on ebay, you should be able to find 100+ sq/ft for around 100-150. HUMMERDOGG, knows of a product that I would like to use next, I cant remember what its called, but I know if you do a search on the HML you will find the name.




Carey, what do you recommend? I haven't found anything yet. I'm going to look around at some of the A/V stores today that do car audio and see what they use. I found some rubber mats too that are about 1/2" thick for use in the floor and the ceiling.

[ssgharkness020147]

Use some dielectric grease on the inside of the window tracks (where the window slides up in the seals) to fix this. I believe HUMMER updated the design to fix this problem in later years.


Haha, that's crazy. I think my seals are pretty good, but I've got some sticky windows which I'm still trying to evaluate. But when the windows go up the sound goes down... somewhat... :D

[BlueHUMMERH2]

In response to the sound insulation:
I found Hushmat for $5/SQ Foot. I cancelled the order however as I found pipe insulation, which is a foam mat of sorts, from a local HVAC company for $1.66/SQ Foot. It's a little bit on the thick side (about 1/2") but it looks like acoustic insulation, and it should be great for stuffing into the b-pillars and roof. It actually is made into cylinders later on, but I managed to get some from before it goes into that process.

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Forgot to add this picture with the seats. I thought the address was amusing:
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[BlueHUMMERH2]

Alright, I took off the crash pad today and some other trim. Here is the heater/AC/blower unit that has to be removed, and replaced or repaired:

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This is just a view looking inside from the passengers door. I hope I can remember where the three long screws and one short one came from that bolt on the trim!:

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My acoustical mat is visible there in the middle. Also, I am in the process of selecting a new audio system. I have been looking at a Memphis audio set up for about $1000 including 4 speakers, 2 amps, and a sub. I will also be looking at a new headunit.

[NewHummerGuy]

Nice Aubs. keep em coming.:beerchug:

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Foam insulation seems to be going in well. It might make squeaks when driving, but this has YTD. It is easy to cut, very flexible, and expands when you let it go so it fills up the space, and holds itself in. Seems like it will dampen the sound significantly if I can put enough in.

Time to go looking for A/V equipment!

[NewHummerGuy]

Foam insulation seems to be going in well. It might make squeaks when driving, but this has YTD. It is easy to cut, very flexible, and expands when you let it go so it fills up the space, and holds itself in. Seems like it will dampen the sound significantly if I can put enough in.

Time to go looking for A/V equipment!

So this one doesnt have the upgraded heater unit right??? I dont know much about H1's but was wondering can these be fixed and if not whats the cost of an upgraded unit?

[3Hummer]

Your doing all this work on it, and i cant even figure out how to put on my rear lamp brush guards, then again handy work defintly does not run in the family.

[3Hummer]

after all this work you could probably sell it for more than you bought it. Also which engine does it cuase didnt they offer two different engine options.

[BlueHUMMERH2]

NHG,
This is the original heater, correct. You can buy the new one from AM General for something like $4,000. Or you can get a 1992/1993 unit for about $400-$700. Or, like I want to do, carefully take it out, disassemble it, and replace the components, and then reinstall it. I think I want to build a whole new unit actually and put it in.

3Hummer,
This is the 6.5L engine, the larger of the two available. The truck has most other options also, such as CTIS, Upgraded sound (which still sucks), 2-piece rims, etc.

[NewHummerGuy]

NHG,
This is the original heater, correct. You can buy the new one from AM General for something like $4,000. Or you can get a 1992/1993 unit for about $400-$700. Or, like I want to do, carefully take it out, disassemble it, and replace the components, and then reinstall it. I think I want to build a whole new unit actually and put it in.

3Hummer,
This is the 6.5L engine, the larger of the two available. The truck has most other options also, such as CTIS, Upgraded sound (which still sucks), 2-piece rims, etc.


Well will most likely be a lot less expensive than 4g's. That should be one hell of a project. At least summer is approaching (I think) so heater wont be needed much:beerchug:

[BlueHUMMERH2]

I have begun to install the acoustic dampening material. The foam-like pipe insulation has gone in very easily so far, and fills the spaces in the doors/pillars nicely.

Here is the foam in the passengers side, up around the roof. Looks sort of like what was in there!
http://shutter04.pictures.aol.com/data/pictures/10/004/7F/EF/33/95/0hKPwZBsKcxy6A0dopBzD8qYnyEfP0T50300.jpg

This is in the b-pillar:
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For the smaller areas, instead of HUSHMat or something else thin and expensive, I opted for:
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I will be amazed if it works, but if I think the foam works, I can't see why this wouldn't. I found it at walmart, and it's about $0.50/SQ Foot! But if anyone ever tears this truck apart, they're going to be in for a colorful surprise! :jump:

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

Way to get in touch with your creative side!:clapping: :giggling:

[usetosellhummer]

get a box of crayolas to take care of the intereior scratches too:jump:

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Here is the inside of the rear passenger door with the color mats:

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This is the door reassembled! YAY!:

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Here, I have put Meguire's 1-2-3 refinish on some of the paint front of the A-pillar:
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This is the B-pillar overhead trim with the color mats inside:
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[Alan06SUT]

Why the restoration? Was it in bad shape when you found it?

[BlueHUMMERH2]

So far, with just one door completed, and some of the B and A pillars stuffed with the insulating foam, it appears that the interior has indeed quieted down some. I have no way to measure this unfortunately.

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Why the restoration? Was it in bad shape when you found it?

No, it was just too loud on the highway, and I wanted to bring the haze out of the paint. It is 13 years old, and the paint has faded like most cars from that time. I figured it would be fun, and a good experience. It's really not been very difficult so far, and it's been rather inexpensive.

So far:
3x foam mats= $60
2x Small foams= $12
Paint cleaners= $15
Tape, plastic linings= $15

As for other items:
Drivers side windshield with gasket= $100
New CV boot= $15
New spline seal= $15

[usetosellhummer]

be honest, you just gota toy and you wanna play:jump:

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

be honest, you just gota toy and you wanna play
I'd do the same thing in a similar situation!!

[BlueHUMMERH2]

I have about half the paint refinished. This is the passengers side, which was been done.

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Hood with the left refinished with Meguire's 3-step and Meguire's Gold Class, a patch on the right with just the Meguire's Gold Class, and the rest on the right as it was when I got it:

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[Alan06SUT]

Cool project. Its amazing what some of those paint products can do. I use the meguires clay bar on my vette and it literally looks like it was just repainted after you get done. No swirls at any angle. It takes like 3.5 hrs on a vette though.

[HUMMERDOGG.]

Second Skin Audio
http://www.secondskinaudio.com

I want to try Sludge at some point...
http://www.secondskinaudio.com/cgi-bin/index.cgi?pg=2&p=ps&_scb=2

Vibration Dampener followed by Close Cell Foam and then Accoustic Barrier...


I used Dynamat Xtreme, nice stuff but it is REALLY expensive. I think I spent 150.00 on just 14 sq ft, which is about enough for two layers on the doghouse! I would look on ebay, you should be able to find 100+ sq/ft for around 100-150. HUMMERDOGG, knows of a product that I would like to use next, I cant remember what its called, but I know if you do a search on the HML you will find the name.


I used Dynamat Xtreme, nice stuff but it is REALLY expensive. I think I spent 150.00 on just 14 sq ft, which is about enough for two layers on the doghouse! I would look on ebay, you should be able to find 100+ sq/ft for around 100-150. HUMMERDOGG, knows of a product that I would like to use next, I cant remember what its called, but I know if you do a search on the HML you will find the name.

[NewHummerGuy]

I have about half the paint refinished. This is the passengers side, which was been done.

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Hood with the left refinished with Meguire's 3-step and Meguire's Gold Class, a patch on the right with just the Meguire's Gold Class, and the rest on the right as it was when I got it:

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Damn Aubs looks great. Nice work bro:clapping:

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Damn Aubs looks great. Nice work bro:clapping:

Thanks! What a lot of work though! I can see why if you had a professional shop do this it would probably cost a fortune. But the difference is astounding. Makes you think twice about how old this truck really is, even though it is hard to tell in these photos.

[ssgharkness020147]

I detailed my HMCO once. Key word being once. It took close to ten hours, after that I decided that it is well worth the 150.00 to have a local place deal with it. Plus the results are far better then anything I every achieved.



Thanks! What a lot of work though! I can see why if you had a professional shop do this it would probably cost a fortune. But the difference is astounding. Makes you think twice about how old this truck really is, even though it is hard to tell in these photos.

[NewHummerGuy]

I detailed my HMCO once. Key word being once. It took close to ten hours, after that I decided that it is well worth the 150.00 to have a local place deal with it. Plus the results are far better then anything I every achieved.


Yeah but for 150 bucks the local shop wont do everything Aubs is doing.

Example...my neighbor just had his twin turbo supra done. A FULL out exterior detail. Cars 14 yrs old so paint was a tad worn and is black. 50 bucks an hour for 11 hours. I tell you what though the car looks better than it did in 1993.

A regular detail will run 150-200+ for a large vehicle. To do anything other than this will cost you. At least around here thats what it goes for.:o

[ssgharkness020147]

I'm buddies with the shop manager so I get a bit of a deal. Usually what I get goes for 250.00. I dont go full out and get the works like your buddy did, I dont want to pay that much.


Yeah but for 150 bucks the local shop wont do everything Aubs is doing.

Example...my neighbor just had his twin turbo supra done. A FULL out exterior detail. Cars 14 yrs old so paint was a tad worn and is black. 50 bucks an hour for 11 hours. I tell you what though the car looks better than it did in 1993.

A regular detail will run 150-200+ for a large vehicle. To do anything other than this will cost you. At least around here thats what it goes for.:o

[BlueHUMMERH2]

I think a shop could probably do a better job, but I like the satisfaction of doing it myself too. But I hate the tennis elbow and severe arm pain that follows hours of work... haha. I picked read a book in the bookstore tonight on detailing, and I have determined that I need to do this again when it's warmer (I was getting smearing) and that I should use the polish step to get the scratches out too. So I'll probably end up doing all of it again, and then putting a few coats of the Gold Class on there. This truck is going to look like a million bucks, minus the hood damage.

[NewHummerGuy]

I think a shop could probably do a better job, but I like the satisfaction of doing it myself too. But I hate the tennis elbow and severe arm pain that follows hours of work... haha. I picked read a book in the bookstore tonight on detailing, and I have determined that I need to do this again when it's warmer (I was getting smearing) and that I should use the polish step to get the scratches out too. So I'll probably end up doing all of it again, and then putting a few coats of the Gold Class on there. This truck is going to look like a million bucks, minus the hood damage.


You are doing awesome Aubs:beerchug:

That old a vehicle and being red you are doing great.

[BlueHUMMERH2]

These are some before shots of the truck. They give a decent comparision of the paint. I've got the roof rack off to paint it, and so the truck fits in my quonset hut:

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This is the hood, which I need to replace or repair. I'm thinking a repainted HMMWV hood might be in order:

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Here is the truck with the wheel shields on (which I got with it):

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[NewHummerGuy]

I'm buddies with the shop manager so I get a bit of a deal. Usually what I get goes for 250.00. I dont go full out and get the works like your buddy did, I dont want to pay that much.

Yeah I know what you mean. There are several things proffesionals can do. But it will cost ya;)

having a buddy in the business helps:beerchug:

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Oh, my new plate also has "666" in it, all in a row. :D Unless I get a custom plate, I thought about nicknaming the truck "Red Devil" but that's overused. "Mephisto's Wagon" was another possibility. "Bat Out of Hell" was also comtemplated. "El Diablo" is very cliche.

"Phoenix" is another possibility.

[NewHummerGuy]

Oh, my new plate also has "666" in it, all in a row. :D Unless I get a custom plate, I thought about nicknaming the truck "Red Devil" but that's overused. "Mephisto's Wagon" was another possibility. "Bat Out of Hell" was also comtemplated. "El Diablo" is very cliche.

"Phoenix" is another possibility.


Hows about BLOOD WGN....or that to many letters:beerchug:

or............ALGORE4ME;)

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Hows about BLOOD WGN....or that to many letters:beerchug:

or............ALGORE4ME;)

ERTHKLR :jump:

We are allowed 8 characters in PA.
I am considering:

1994
1994 H1
RED H1
RED HMCS
INURFACE
REAL4WD
OUTATIME
FOLLOWME

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

Oh, my new plate also has "666" in it, all in a row. :D Unless I get a custom plate, I thought about nicknaming the truck "Red Devil" but that's overused. "Mephisto's Wagon" was another possibility. "Bat Out of Hell" was also comtemplated. "El Diablo" is very cliche.

"Phoenix" is another possibility.

"Diablo's Uno" "Satan's 4X4" "Hell's HUMMER" (I like that one!)

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

ERTHKLR :jump:

We are allowed 8 characters in PA.


HELLZHMR
:giggling:

[BlueHUMMERH2]

The foam is in ceiling and in 2 doors, and so far it sounds more quiet. I can tell now for sure that the remainder of the sound is coming from the doghouse and the related area. So I am going to do that next. Perhaps I will use Hushmat because it's not as thick.

This stuff is "elastomeric foam pipe insulation" from what I can tell. It's highly insulating and it is apparently evironmentally friendly. It does smell funny though. But if it doesn't kill me, I saved a lot of money over Dynamat or all Hushmat.

The headliner is a PITA to put back in the truck BTW. :D

[BlueHUMMERH2]

I started cleaning the panels, and found that they were very dirty. I was using Blue Magic leather and vinyl cleaner, and found that it worked great at first and then it suddenly would trap the dirt on the vinyl, and it was almost impossible to remove. So I must say avoid this stuff:

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To reverse the evil effects of the Blue Magic, I had to use some of the Meguire's Gold Class shampoo (car wash) which when rubbed in or brushed on removed the dirt. I then just used a diluted solution to clean off the rest of the panels. Then I've been applying Son of a Gun interior shine up stuff which has so far worked very nicely, better than Armor All.

Here are the three products I've been using on the outside. One cleans, then 2 polishes, and then I have been skipping 3 (Carnuaba Wax) and applying the Meguire's Gold Class wax. I still need something to remove the scratches. Turtle Wax Polishing compound was ineffective:

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Here are some more random photos:

Floor area before installing seat:

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New seat inside (that's nothing wrong with the paint there, just some reflection):

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Quite a production:

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[NewHummerGuy]

Aubs man you are doing great. A lot of work but you will benefit from it all.

Nice man..:beerchug:

[3Hummer]

so are you keeping the brush guard on or taking it off? And also are you keeping the roof rack on or taking it off. Does the underbody have any damage to it?

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Roof rack is probably going back on when repainted. The brushguard... I haven't decided. Looks like someone is going to give me a HMMWV brushguard this week, so I might put that on instead. There is no underbody damage, but also no underbody protection.

[BlueHUMMERH2]

I got Turtle Wax Rubbing Compound today to try to work out the scratches more. It seems to be helping, but it's hard to tell. The driveway makes for a dreary reflection on the side of the truck too, so I can't get a good idea. If I get the passenger's side done today, I can turn the truck around and put the newly finished side in the sun. Then I will know! :D

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Well, the Turtle Wax Rubbing Compound worked, but without very visible results other than creating a red-tinted applicator pad. :rolleyes:

So I dug around in my bin of detailing supplies, and found the Mother's Power Ball that I use for the H2 rims. I decided to try that on the rims, but all the bolts foiled any attempts. I put the Meguiars Step 2 Polish on the Power Ball instead and started with that on the paint. I figured it could make 10,000 passes over the spot as compared to my 100 or so in the same period of time. It actually worked great, and the polish buffed out a lot of the scratches. I was really happy with the result. I will probably go back and do the side that I've already finished and redo it with the Power Ball.

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Here is a picture of the side that is finished in the sun:

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Still too many scratches. I hope to remove those more with the Power Ball:

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I have the hood to redo yet, and I began working on the roof but it was still too hot so I decided to come in and make dinner while it cools in the shade.

The truck, IMHO, looks pretty awesome! It's going to be badass with a repainted roof rack, and once I get the rims cleaned (which I started to do). It's going to turn a lot of heads. I should perhaps think about taking it to some local car shows when the hood is fixed up.

One problem that I will have to remedy is that the door hinges are rusting rather badly on the drivers side. I think that I will remove them if it gets much worse, and paint them black to match the rims. I think matching the hood to the paint is going to be hard enough, and I know the hinges would probably really show if they mismatched. :D

I think that I have at least 20 hours into the truck so far. Maybe 25.

[NewHummerGuy]

Nice Aubs.:)

Whats amazing in this pic is the color difference between the roof (not done) and the side. Looking good:clapping:

By the way....do you have a job:beerchug:

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[ssgharkness020147]

Aubs,
To really get out all of the scatches you will need to wet sand those areas. I would just use 1500 grit on it, instead of 1000. The downside is that you will need to polish the area with a real polisher, a high speed orbital. But, if you wet sand/polish when you are done the results that you will get will be flawless and I promise you'll be happy. Good work no less. I bought one of those power balls last week to do my wheels, holy sh!t I have never seen them so shiney, they look brand new.

[usetosellhummer]

ok now turn a wrench on it. clean out the water filter on the fuel line. and check the t-case fluid. It might be burnt. looks like fun man!

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Aubs,
To really get out all of the scatches you will need to wet sand those areas. I would just use 1500 grit on it, instead of 1000. The downside is that you will need to polish the area with a real polisher, a high speed orbital. But, if you wet sand/polish when you are done the results that you will get will be flawless and I promise you'll be happy. Good work no less. I bought one of those power balls last week to do my wheels, holy sh!t I have never seen them so shiney, they look brand new.

I have been reluctant to do any serious polishing to avoid burning through the paint. :D I think the Power Ball will reduce the scratches enough to make me happy. Afterall, they are part of the character of the truck. :) But I will have to keep the wet sanding in mind.

I have yet to really do any of the mechanical work. That outer CV boot needs to be changed, but I need some Nordlock washers to replace the ones that come out. My parts guy is out on surgery right now, so I have to wait for him to return.

I do have to examine the possibility of Vampire. I find water drips down the side of the truck from the air filter, but it's not oily. It does leave weird water spots however. It's confusing.

[ssgharkness020147]

I would not buy the nord locks from the local dealer, last time I did that I spent something like 50 or 70 bucks for a full set (each axle). I'd call Dave B, or Travis at Rubber Duck 4X4.

[BigPoppa1411]

ERTHKLR :jump:

We are allowed 8 characters in PA.
I am considering:

1994
1994 H1
RED H1
RED HMCS
INURFACE
REAL4WD
OUTATIME
FOLLOWME

What about:

DEVLRIDR OR RLLNDEVL ?:popcorn:

[3Hummer]

just curious whatd your neighbors say when you pulled up with this?

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Nothing so far. There are about 3 acre lots here. However, I have had quite a few positive comments around town.

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

You've come a long way all ready! Nice job, and keep up the good work!

Looks great!!

[mikejr]

so what kind of cash did you have to outlay to get the beast if you dont mind saying? How much do you figure you will have into it when you are done? Looks like an interesting renovation project. Have you had a chance to play with it off road? Keep the pics coming.

[Ground hawg]

She's startin to look realy good all that works startin too realy show.

why dony you call her "DEVELDOG"

[BlueHUMMERH2]

so what kind of cash did you have to outlay to get the beast if you dont mind saying? How much do you figure you will have into it when you are done? Looks like an interesting renovation project. Have you had a chance to play with it off road? Keep the pics coming.

Purchased for $22,000. With taxes, and all the improvments/repairs, it will probably end up around $26,000.

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

I just went on a desert tour in a '96 with the same engine.

All I can say is, "I like!" :clapping:

[BlueHUMMERH2]

I should add this update:

I've been trying to remove the rear passenger half shaft so I can replace the CV boot. Well, the shaft will not come out of the hub. So I've spent about 6 hours just trying to free it and I've made it out about 3/4".... No idea what's wrong yet. But I will need a new half shaft and probably some geared hub components...

[Longhorn94]

excuse my ignorance, but what does HMCS mean?

thanks!


jason

[BlueHUMMERH2]

HMCS is the wagon H1. HMC4 is the four man opentop. The VLCO had the zip out windows and the soft top. I don't know the rest off hand, but they were short-hand within AM General for the different models.

[Longhorn94]

thanks for the reply! its always fun getting to know all about a new-to-me truck or car.

do you know what the initials actually stand for?

thanks again!

jason

[BlueHUMMERH2]

http://www.hummerknowledgebase.com/general/civdes.html

There are all the designations, but no explanations. I will have to ask around next time I'm at an AM General event.

[hmcoleap]

You have doubled my production -- I have done 1 out of 4 leather covers on my truck so far since I got them in June '06 :beerchug:

I have given up on that self-mutilation fest for now. :D I have 2/4 seats done.

I was just out removing interior panels to see where I can put sound insulation. I found a leak somewhere is bringing water down into the cab. I also removed the rear door panel on the passengers side, and I'm trying to determine why the door lock isn't working automatically.

[hmcoleap]

That was a unique one, Aubs - make sure you post some pics of your halfshaft adventure here!

Let me know if you end up needing a new geared hub.

I should add this update:

I've been trying to remove the rear passenger half shaft so I can replace the CV boot. Well, the shaft will not come out of the hub. So I've spent about 6 hours just trying to free it and I've made it out about 3/4".... No idea what's wrong yet. But I will need a new half shaft and probably some geared hub components...

[BlueHUMMERH2]

That was a unique one, Aubs - make sure you post some pics of your halfshaft adventure here!

Let me know if you end up needing a new geared hub.


Thank you for the offer Manny. I should know in the next 2 weeks.

I'll try to post up some pics tonight.

[BlueHUMMERH2]

Alright, this past weekend things shifted from the cosmetic to the mechanical, and I decided to get started on the CV boot. I thought it would be difficult as it's the first major mechanical thing I've done. Well, it has been more difficult that I ever imagined!

So I parked the truck, dropped the t-case into N, and then put it in park and jacked it up. Now the right rear wheel could spin independently. I took off the tire, removed the halfshaft retaining bolt, and then the six bolts on the rotor. This took about 30 mins. I was feeling pretty good. Then the "fun" started.

The next step is to simply pull the half shaft out the back of the geared hub. I tried this, and it wouldn't budge. So I pulled harder, pulled left, up down, right, etc. Nothing. I decided maybe there was something in the way, so I removed the parking brake cable, and still couldn't get it to come out. Well, I was really stumped at this point.

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I called up a buddy from the HML, and asked him what to do. He'd never heard of one being stuck like this, and suggested that I thread a 3/8" screw into the slot where the retaining bolt was that would miss the retaining washer. Hopefully this would push the shaft out. Once it was in, I started banging, and to my dismay, there was no reaction....

I posted on the HML at this point, and it was suggested I try to remove the gear and halfshaft as one. I took the rear access off from the upper gear and then started tapping on the screw again. Finally, I got some progress. About 3-4 hours had gone into this by now.


This shows the progress, with the upper gear in the hub moving out.
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Here, you can see the CV joint coming out.
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I kept banging away at this point, and decided to give up for the night. I sprayed the whole thing up with Bolt Buster, put the wheel back on, and let it sit. In the morning, I came back out and started the process again, and I guess my renewed effort was enough to get it out.

But now I have to figure out why exactly the halfshaft wouldn't come away from the upper gear. Something either has failed to bind it in there, or the previous owner applied red loctite and bound it in there.

Here's looking at the outer end of the halfshaft with the upper gear from the geared hub stuck on it. That small 1.5" or so circle in the middle is the end of the halfshaft. It should not have the gear stuck to it.

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Here is a side view. Everything from that round black thing on the left (CV joint) should be off of there with just the splined end of the halfshaft showing.

http://shutter02.pictures.aol.com/data/pictures/10/007/5F/FF/84/03/tPV0Qs05hXwXuGDB1UNhe-Ibt9MGh60V0300.jpg


Here is the outer bearing/race which won't go back where it belongs:

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So it looks like I will need a new halfshaft at the very least. If it turns out that Kascar is at fault, I hope they will reimburse me for the cost of their halfshaft. I have the box, etc, and there is only about 1,500 highway miles on this thing.

As for the geared hub, I will need to take it apart and examine all the parts to make sure nothing is bad. I think it will require an extensive rebuild or an entirely new hub. I would prefer a rebuild personally because full replacement parts are going to get harder to find I suspect, and I hate to do that if what I've got will work out ok.

[mstams]

http://www.hummerknowledgebase.com/general/civdes.html

There are all the designations, but no explanations. I will have to ask around next time I'm at an AM General event.

More info on designations can be found here:

http://flashoffroad.com/features/Trivia/trivia.htm

(Look under "Hummer History - UPC/ Model codes i.e. HMCO")

HMCS = HuMmer Commercial (or Civilian) Station Wagon

The H1 Alpha models (not listed in the link above) are as follows:

HMDO - for HuMmer Duramax Open Top
HMDS - for HuMmer Duramax Station Wagon

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

Dang. That sounds like a real bizznach. I hope it works out for you!!

[SELWA]

I love seeing all the pics and info abou tthe work. When I get mine I'll be doing the same. I just pulled out my stereo and it will be going into the H1 once I get it. Far too much invested to leave it in the car. I won't spend much time on the HWY but sound levels inside will be another project.

I'm so glad these forums are around. It really help all of us and saves lots of time and $$

Keep us posted as I will once the H1 is in my hands!:excited: :excited:

[BlueHUMMERH2]

I will add here that I'm working on a video tutorial on how to change the geared hub out. I would have had it finished, as I finally have a geared hub and halfshaft to replace the old ones, but I found the upper ball joint is shot. So I'm waiting for those parts to come in. Should be Wednesday.

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

Can't wait to hear (or see) your progress! :D

[Ground hawg]

Have you tryed eny of the Zebart products???. A budy of mine who is realy anal about his car swears by it. when he first gets a car he washes it ti get all the dirt of then uses a clay bar!! aparently this gets rid of all the imperfections (scratches, high spots) after that he uses the zebart cleaners and polish. most of his cars look better than any showroom cars i've ever seen.

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

Its nice to hear of your enjoyment/progress with your big guy!

[Hummer Aficionado_VT]

That third light is sharp looking!

[NEOCON1]

looking great man :cool:

[MovinH2]

Very interesting. Nice job.:perfect10s: