Re: [MV] For Sale: Winch for HMMWV-OUCH!

From: M35products@aol.com
Date: Thu May 31 2001 - 17:12:25 PDT


In a message dated 5/30/01 10:59:24 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
samfans@sprint.ca writes:

<<
 Uhh what "tactical" use would that be? There aren't HMMWV owners out there
 having their own little "limited engagements" are there?

***Our company slogan is "For Combat, Work or Play" We do not ask purchasers
what they will do with our equipment. We are in negotiations with a
Middle-East country. I suspect that they will not be using their M35's and
HMMWV's just for parades and BBQ's.
 
 our feeling is that one should strive
> for authenticity and accuracy in the addition of accessories.
 
 Does that include a uniformed Corporal to drive it ??? :-)

 ***Sarcasm noted.
 
  The NSN that we
> referenced includes everything necessary for an installation. Some of
 these
> items might be difficult to acquire separately, especially the brakets,
> decals, data plates, hydraulic connectors, etc, that are required for a
> mil-spec installation.
 
 So exactly what is a "mil spec" installation? Can anyone post the technical
 details to the most salient question, which, IMHO is, exactly what are the
 technical differences in the hardware itself (not the number stamped on it
 or the sticker) between the mil spec and civilian versions?

***Ask the manufacturer. Don't ask us. We are obviously scoundrels even to
have suggested the thing in the first place.
 
  We feel that a $50,000 vehicle deserves the extra
> cost of the proper accessory.
 
 And I feel poor MV owners are being gouged in the name of "authenticity",
 and getting a few nuts and bolts for their $2K.

*** We have never gouged anyone, to our knowlege. We provide the finest
equipment for the discriminating buyer. If you have any evidence to the
contrary, please advise.
 
 Sorry, but that's my opinion.

*** Why apologize? Flame on. We have thick skins, and adequate testosterone.
Should we assume that you don't want a winch?
 
 Bill A
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