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  1. Tinwoodsman

    WC-51 12V Question

    My WC-51 has a 12V system and there is a starter solenoid mounted on the drivers side inner fender. There is nothing wire to the solenoid and the vehicle starts and runs without it. Any idea why it is there? I do not see it included in the TM wiring diagram.
  2. Tinwoodsman

    Strange Startup Sounds

    I have had my Deuce for 2 years now and always started right up and ran great. The last three times I started it, it starts fine and then stalls after about 15 - 20 seconds. I crank it 2 to 4 times without success and then wait about 15 seconds and it starts up fine. Today I noticed that...
  3. Tinwoodsman

    WC-51 Restoration or Bust!!

    Well, took the 1945 WC-51 off the trailer today and moved it into the shop. Soldiers B & C help steer it into position as I towed and pushed it. Continuing to look for parts and tomorrow I will attempt to disassemble the combat wheels that were in the bed. The rim studs and nuts are really...
  4. Tinwoodsman

    M37 Hardtop Question

    I am considering the purchase of three M37's in decent mechanical condition. One has a very nice hardtop but the windshield is different than anything I can find in my searches. The others have hardtops that were fabricated about the soft top frames. Is the windshield in the attached photos a...
  5. Tinwoodsman

    Source For Canvas Work

    I am looking for a source for the canvas top on a Dodge WC-51. I assume it will have to be a custom job. Any recommendations?
  6. Tinwoodsman

    M931 Question

    Can anyone tell me what the gross vehicle weight of the M931 tractor is? I would like to know for CDL purposes.
  7. Tinwoodsman

    Classified Suggestion

    Would it be possible to add the seller's location below the screen name in the main listing. That would reduce the number of views a person has to do if they are limited to a certain geographical area.
  8. Tinwoodsman

    Parking Brake Switch Instructions

    Does anyone have a picture or instructions on the installation of the parking brake switch normally found on the A3 but workable on the A2?
  9. Tinwoodsman

    395 Speedo Adapter

    I planned to order a new speedometer adapter for my deuce today to accomodate my 395's. I called Boyce and they now want $112 for that puppy. When I checked last it was approximately $65. Anyone know of a source to get one that is cheeper than Boyce?
  10. Tinwoodsman

    New Style Airpack with Break Switch Upgrade

    Anyone have a photo of the new style airpack with the brake switch upgrade installed? I have seen diagrams and photos of old style airpack installations but would sure like to see photo of the new one.
  11. Tinwoodsman

    120 psi gauge connections

    I replaced my 60 psi oil pressure gauge with a 120 psi. I must confused as to the wire connections. Does the #27 wire (from the spider harness) go to the ribbed connector of the smooth connector?
  12. Tinwoodsman

    Dome Light Fuse

    Can anyone tell me the correct fuse size for this Dome Light?
  13. Tinwoodsman

    Central Wisconsin to Texas

    Looking to move six HEMTT wheels and 395 tires from central Wisconsin to Texas. Anyone move in that direction? Flexible on time period and drop off point.
  14. Tinwoodsman

    Door weatherseal question

    For those who have replaced the weather seals on your deuce doors, did you install the seal on the passenger door area where the gun ring bracket is mounted? It does not seem to have enough surface area for it to stick.
  15. Tinwoodsman

    Door Glass Parts Question

    I am disassembling my cab doors and I started by removing the glass. The 20 TM recommends marking the location of the regulator stop brackets before removing the glass. Unfortunately, my doors do not have all the brackets mentioned. The parts missing are shown by the orange arrow. They are...
  16. Tinwoodsman

    Master Switch and Terminal Block

    I am installing a relay switch and terminal block to handle some 24V accessories (fan, dome light, etc) and I want to control the relay and terminal block via the master switch. My plan it to come off the #27 wire on the master switch to the relay. What is the best way to tie into wire 27?
  17. Tinwoodsman

    Need measurement!

    Will someone please give me the measurement from the point where the jpipe exits the fender to the top of the exhaust stack. Thanks.
  18. Tinwoodsman

    Installing cowl seal

    I am looking for information on the correct position of the foam cowl sealwhich goes between the cowl and the windshield frame. I know the seal is glued on the bottom of the frame but I do not know if it goes in the center, toward the front edge or toward the rear edge of the lower frame. The...
  19. Tinwoodsman

    Hood hinge orientation

    I am re-installing the hood on my deuce and I forgot which way the hinges are positioned. I am not sure whether the two prong portion of the hinge is on the cowl or hood side. I have attached a picture on my hinge as currently installed. Would someone please check their deuce and let me know...
  20. Tinwoodsman

    Camo Cover Pattern

    Are the patterns on all of the vinyl camo cargo covers the same. For example, if you paint the truck to match the cargo cover, will it be the same if you replace the cover? I am sure the government has more that one source but do they follow the same specs?
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