I am in the process of rebuilding my LU 4 winch and I am unsure what lube to use in the gear cases . I have been told 90w gear lube , than somebody said to use "Worm Gear Oil" . The tech manual is not clear , besides things have changed in the last 50 years or so . Now I am confused , :D b...

I agree with Bruce, I also use the black zip-ties , they kinda blend in with the OD . It more of a deterrent , slows them down , but then again so does a 45ACP! It's a shame that people would steal your tools from something you put a lot of time and effort into for people to appreciate and enjoy . I...

Thanks all for the info , it was just the info I was lookig for . This is THE best site for M37 info , and it has helped me out on more than a few occasions , bob k

I am in the process of installing wire harnesses in M37 and need to crimp a few wire ends , is there a special tool for crimping on the male connectors . It appears that the connectors are crimped on 4 sides . I could use my regular wire crimper,but I don't think it will come out "ok", I s...

The fittings are 1/8" NPT. 90 degree inverted 3/16" tube brass flare You will need at least 4 , plus 2 more for the gas tank ans brake vent lines . I got mine from Valley hydraulic Service , 610 Stevenson road ,South Elgin, IL,60177 , email www.valleyhydrsulic.com They have a great selecti...

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> Good afternoon to one and all ,just a quick question , my winch has serial # 6313058
> , can it be used to determine any history of the unit , year issued etc ? Bob k

wrote: > Sal ,. corn head grease is a type of lubricant used in John Deere farm equipment . It has high viscosity and is a good lube for your steering box . You can pick it up at a John Deere dealer , one that deals in AG equipment , NOT a lawn and garden tractor dealer . You could probably find som...

I am in the process of replacing the wiring harnesses on my 1953 M37 , I am thinking about replacing the 25 amp generator with a alternator while I am at it . My one question is what alternator should I be looking for and two, who is a source for the alternator. I want to leave the system 24 volt , ...

Charles , Josh ,thanks for the info , I plan on resealing the PTO and winch assembly before I do the install . I plan on replaceing the safey band because the end with the adjustment nut is broken off . My de-clutching handle is also stiff ,so I will also take a look at that when I reseal the unit ....

Good morning all , I just picked up a lu-4 winch and all assorted parts for my 53 M 37, and I have a few questions before I start the install . I am in need of a safety brake band assembly . The one on my winch got broken by some rough handling on the way home. What does the safety band do ? also wh...

I had the same problem with my steering box . The internal parts are very hard to find ,ended up getting a rebuilt steering box from Vintage PW . bob k

Charles ,thanks for the info , As I have the fittings and 1/4" tubing I will give it a shot . Why some people have to remove vent lines is beyond me ,They do nothing for the general running of the vehicle . It's a VENT line NOT A vacuum line . I will drop you a line when I do this job ,as I wan...

:D How is everybody today, my question of the day is , I am in need of the brass fittings that are used in both the distributor and air horn .It seems that in a former life someone removed my M's vent lines and installed brass plugs . I have installed differential vents in the distributor until I ca...

Thanks all for the info , that cleared up a lot of the questions I had about the trailer . I will check out gov/liquidators to see what's available . bob k

Good evening all , I have a opportunity to purchase a MV105 trailer to tow with my M37 . What is the correct trailer for the M37 ? The trailer I am looking at has air/over hydraulic brakes (Glad Hands) with a trailer electrical plug . The trailer was arsenal rebuilt in 2002 and is is nice condition ...