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I just picked up a 1953 M-37 Dodge Power Wagon [Marine Corp] . I'm new to this type of truck and wanted to find people who are in to the truck and love there M-37's . I traded my M38A1 for the M-37. The Dodge runs and drives [a little] and has it's rust spots. I need parts that need to be replaced or are not there. I do like this Power Wagon alot! Hope to make new fiends here and see all the projects turn in to something a ower would be proud of. Miles....
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Welcome to the site and the wonderful world of Me7's and Power Wagons. Yea the Dodge will sure be a difference over the Jeep you had, but they are great trucks, just get used to everyone calling your M37 a Jeep.
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Yes I have heard of people calling the M-37 a Jeep... I'm in Redding California and we have rain for a couple of days. Free car wash for my Dodge. I just bought two tires 9.00 x 16 off ebay for $325 + $140 to ship. Is there any other place to get tires cheap? And do they still make this tire ????
http://www.ebay.com/itm/180772576492?ss ... 1497.l2649
M37 M715 Tires Denman 9.00-16 LT 8 Ply Military Non-directional, Set of 2
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Welcome and since it hasn't been said yet, WE LIKE PICTURES!!!!!
They still make tires, though only Firestone and STA (formerly McCreary) are doing it. There are a few places, most advertise in the Military magazines. Universal, Coker come to mind and there is a place in TX that I can't remember off hand. Watch for cracking on the older tires, Denman's are older.
If you are looking for a place where folks love their M37s this is it!
I think it's Wallace Wade in TX.
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How do I post a picture ? I do have a facebook with pictures of my M-37.....
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set= ... 826&type=3
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WELCOME ONBOARD FRIEND!!! YES, YOU ARE AT THE RIGHT PLACE. YES, WE LIKE PICTURES, (I HAVE A BUNCH OF THEM, AND I CAN NOT FIGURE OUT HOW TO POST THEM. I WISH YOU BETTER LUCK THAN ME LOL) AND YES, CALLING AN M37 A "JEEP" SEEMS TO BE A UNIVERSAL TREND. HAPPENS IN GREECE TOO :)
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Welcome to the world of M37s and as stated in an earlier post....we like to see pictures.

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Click here for pictures. http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set= ... 826&type=3
The M-37 is at the bottom of the page. This is my Face Book Page of pictures... Miles
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WELCOME, FORM THE FAR EAST,
the east coast of the U S of A. Great people, willing to share all there knowladge. Great vendors also, John at Midwest Mil and Adrodack Dodge come to mind, I have dealt with both. I have trouble posting pics also. got tons of them but cant get them on the site. Ltas I tried they were too big. I am having a new top made and would love to put the pics up when the top is delivered and on, I will give it another try at that time. AGAIN WELCOME BOB
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Welcome "53"M-37!
I guarantee you to came to the right place to find good help with your project and Great Friends!! Our "52" M-37 has parts from almost everyone on this site! All you gotta' do is ask and someone will find what you need!!
I'm in and out because of my job, but like a bad habit I always come back!
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Thank you for the big welcome here. Did anyone see my M-37 on the facebook page ? It needs alot of work and help. Not one tire is the same and it has rust holes , wiring is going to be fun , needs glass , front bumper and brackets , seat covers , oil gauge , 3 way light switch , Ect...... HELP!!!!!! I do like this truck alot so I know it will be a money pit. cash is tight but I know the M-37 will be a sold driver. one day. I'm not trying to do a show truck but a sold truck to drive and enjoy. Miles.....
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Hey 1953 M-37! I'm not a Facebook guy but I did try and look at your pictures. Could not get on your page for some reason!! Have you considered putting a picture album on this site????? Click on the "pics" link and check it out! Pretty much self explanatory, and if this old truckdriver can figure it out I'm sure you'll have no problem! Let us know if you need help.
My Wife's 1952 M-37 and our trailers are posted on the "Tim Powell" album!
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Welcome to Your New Home , need help just post it and We all try to Help! 8)
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Ok where do I start to post pictures ?
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Look at the line right above the Board Index. Click on the "Pics" link. That will take you to the photo albums! It fairly simple!! Follow the instructions!
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