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1953 M37 parts wanted
Posted: Fri Jul 16, 2010 5:33 am
by rtkjmk
I am in the process of restoring my m37 and I am in need of a few parts, I am in need of ALL the engine vent lines and fittings , on a prior rebuild someone removed them for whatever reason is a mystery to me . I am also in need of a set of running boards ,as mine are dinged up quite a bit . I appreciate any leads , Bob k
Re: 1953 M37 parts wanted
Posted: Mon Jul 19, 2010 4:42 am
by T. Highway
Hi Bob,
Call John @ Midwest Military
Re: 1953 M37 parts wanted
Posted: Tue Jul 20, 2010 4:22 am
by mike_l
The vent lines can be easily fabricated from standard stock found in parts stores. I was able to make a set using the TM illustrations, a couple inexpensive tools (bending and flaring), and a few hours of time and some coffee. Use the '54 edition of the TM (ORD 9 SNL G741) for the lengths. Isn't much work at all, just a little attention to detail to get the bends at the right places (measure twice, bend once). Definitely saves you a bunch of dough and the satisfaction of doing it yourself is priceless. The tools are re-usable for when you replace your brake and fuel lines (make sure the flare tool can do double flairs).
The fittings in the air elbow are special but I think most of the rest is standard stuff.