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by Explorer0863
Wed Jul 06, 2022 7:40 pm
Forum: Technical group
Topic: Bridge plaque paint
Replies: 8
Views: 825

Re: Bridge plaque paint

One more result of the Google search. This one came from another popular military forum. See attached pictures.

Edit: Had to fix the pictures.
by Explorer0863
Wed Jul 06, 2022 7:25 pm
Forum: Technical group
Topic: Bridge plaque paint
Replies: 8
Views: 825

Re: Bridge plaque paint

Did a Google search and this is what I found: “Yellow Drab #316 WWII Yellow Drab #316 is now available in spray cans. This shade of yellow was reengineered from an original can of paint from WWII and an original copy of the US Army Spec. 3-1 paint chip manual dated April 1943. Replicating any shade ...
by Explorer0863
Wed Jul 06, 2022 7:05 pm
Forum: Technical group
Topic: Boiling Fuel?
Replies: 14
Views: 2359

Re: Boiling Fuel? UPDATE

Hey everyone... wanted to offer a huge "thank you" for all who provided insight into my fuel problem. Today I took Fiona to a car show about 25 miles away and coming home it was mid-90s with a heat index of near 100. She didn't miss a lick!! I purchased and installed the insulated wraps f...
by Explorer0863
Sat Oct 23, 2021 12:22 pm
Forum: Technical group
Topic: Brake line flare
Replies: 7
Views: 1672

Re: Brake line flare

Great topic/information here. Just what I was looking for. Thanks!
by Explorer0863
Thu Oct 14, 2021 3:52 pm
Forum: General M37
Topic: 1963 M37B1 and introduction
Replies: 92
Views: 8379

Re: 1963 M37B1 and introduction

John Mc wrote:That's impressive work with that transfer case!
Thanks John! It was a lot of work.
by Explorer0863
Wed Oct 13, 2021 11:03 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: 1963 M37B1 and introduction
Replies: 92
Views: 8379

Re: 1963 M37B1 and introduction

I also started working on the wheels. Between this truck, the parts truck and the Power Wagon I have 12 good wheels. 5 of them are stamped 1963 and are in good shape. Perfect. Tires were dismounted yesterday and later this week I'm going to the sandblasting shop. Next, I am rebuilding the drive shaf...
by Explorer0863
Wed Oct 13, 2021 11:01 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: 1963 M37B1 and introduction
Replies: 92
Views: 8379

Re: 1963 M37B1 and introduction

The transfer case is ready for paint. It looks a thousand times better when compared to what I originally found.

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by Explorer0863
Wed Oct 13, 2021 10:06 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: 1963 M37B1 and introduction
Replies: 92
Views: 8379

Re: 1963 M37B1 and introduction

Little by little, putting it all together. It's about 95% completed.
by Explorer0863
Wed Oct 13, 2021 10:01 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: 1963 M37B1 and introduction
Replies: 92
Views: 8379

Re: 1963 M37B1 and introduction

As promised, a few pictures of the progress. It's been so long since I resized and uploaded pictures, that I forgot how to do it. But I figured it out. The engine is installed.
by Explorer0863
Mon Oct 11, 2021 3:33 pm
Forum: General M37
Topic: 1963 M37B1 and introduction
Replies: 92
Views: 8379

Re: 1963 M37B1 and introduction

Cal_Gary wrote:Welcome back, Tony, I was wondering about you!
Thanks for checking in,
Gary
Thank you Gary!
by Explorer0863
Sun Oct 10, 2021 6:27 pm
Forum: General M37
Topic: 1963 M37B1 and introduction
Replies: 92
Views: 8379

Re: 1963 M37B1 and introduction

NAM VET wrote:I know what it is to have health issues, although mine right now are pretty mild. So we hope you stay health, and can continue your restoration.

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Thank you, sir, very much. I appreciate that!
by Explorer0863
Sun Oct 10, 2021 6:35 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: 1963 M37B1 and introduction
Replies: 92
Views: 8379

Re: 1963 M37B1 and introduction

Hello everyone! After several months dealing with health issues at the local VA clinic, I am feeling strong enough and sufficiently motivated to continue this project. I started working on the B1 again 2 weeks ago and have made a little progress. Engine is back together and mounted. Yesterday I work...
by Explorer0863
Mon Feb 08, 2021 8:23 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: 1963 M37B1 and introduction
Replies: 92
Views: 8379

Re: 1963 M37B1 and introduction

Looking at that photo, I can tell you there is rust all along that seam. I would cut out much more than that. Get as much of the loose rust off or out that you can. Buy some Phosphor Prep and Etch from Home Depot and paint it on keeping it wet for a number of hours. Don’t let it get on your shop fl...
by Explorer0863
Mon Feb 08, 2021 5:49 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: 1963 M37B1 and introduction
Replies: 92
Views: 8379

Re: 1963 M37B1 and introduction

I believe first you have "neutralize" rust, then prevent it from coming back. POR and the like have to be properly applied or rust will continue under ir. I think the best site for information and products is KBS, at: https://www.kbs-coatings.com Once rust is neutralized, then it can be c...
by Explorer0863
Sun Feb 07, 2021 6:20 pm
Forum: General M37
Topic: New member - 1952 M37
Replies: 77
Views: 35318

Re: New member - 1952 M37

I just read all 6 pages of this thread. What a nice looking truck! Really enjoyed looking at all the pictures and the progress made. Congratulations! In one of the show pictures (post dated 8/14/2019) I believe I saw a vehicle that looked like a Range Rover Classic military ambulance. Very cool too....