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ORignal GTB engines were only G series Fords with the front mounted distributor. It seems you can make almost any straight six fit as I've seen Chevy, Dodge and other Ford engines installed. I just got done with the machine shop work on my original flathead and I can see why a lot of them...

I think your best bet is to find another truck or two with the parts you are missing. If you are going to keep it original, you need a lot of parts. Check Craigslist, Ebay etc. There are still a lot of GTB's out there, but most are missing quite a few parts. It will take several trucks to...

You can make anything "fit" if you really want. What are your plans for this truck? Do you want to restore it? or just get it running again. If you just want to get it running and have a little fun with it, it might be easier to fabricate a frame form scratch.

Do a Google search for "Tom wolboldt gtb block numbers" and follow the first link. Tom does research at the Ford archives and may be able to tell you the build date and location if you can provide pictures of the frame and or engine number. Your trucks military history will be very difficult...

It might be easier to find a new frame as the brackets that you need are riveted to the frame. I have a spare frame, but it's in Minnesota

Barry: I believe the troop seats etc.. from a G-506 1 1/2 Chevy are exactly the same. I know of chevy locally with troop seats, just wating for the snow to melt to go and take a look. A far as the cab bows go, the is one in Wisconsin (kevin Kronlund) that I hope to get measurements from...

Midwest Military has a late box for sale...........not the best shape, but he may know of others. WC 62/63 Cargo Box For Sale

For what it's worth........I have a few bomb trucks and a cargo and the frames are all stamped with just GTB and the serial #

Tom Wolbodt on the G will be able to tell you if its a bomb or cargo if you get him your serial number. I've got a few parts trucks so let me know if there are any parts you are looking for http://www.g503.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=25&t=169499 John

My battery box is all metal, but not totally sure if it is original. I would think you could use any kind of wood for the side boards if you are painting them. I used ash on my wc-63, but oak on my M-37.

what parts are you looking for?

I just got a GTB also. Pretty complete truck and it runs good. I am looking for a complete windshield frame(inner and outer). If anyone knows of one or a parts truck with one on, let me know John

IHC Military Vehicles - Binder Planet Forums Portrayal press has the parts book, but a repair manual is next to impossible to find.

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