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Thanks for the suggestion, Frank, but the truck is stock and the reason I want to put the canvas on is because I have the complete M-42 command truck kit and all the radios. If I lower the top, I won't be able to use that stuff. Storm 51

Wow! Thanks for the compliment on the truck, Steve! I haven't won any trophies or anything, but I like the way it looks. Just wish my garage was big enough to get the canvas on the bed. Thanks again, Storm 51

I used TM 9 paint on my restoration. It is a catalyzed urethane paint and is as tough as nails. I also used 24087 for color which I am very happy with. I agree with Steve Kuhn on the canvas, with a couple of exceptions; Midwest Military has new canvas from the original manufacturer (J.J...

I've had my M-37/42 for 33 years. This is my second M-37. I kicked myself for six years after I sold my first one until I got this one. I'll give this one to my son when I'm dead. He can sell it. I just don't think I ever could sell one again. I just very, very happy that this particular M-37...

I'm still interested in acquiring some also. Please see my post above, # 15. Storm 51

I've got two, complete in the crate, winterization kits that include fuel fired heaters and winterfront grill covers. PM me if you are interested. Storm 51

I'll be there, Peter. M-37, Restored. Storm 51

I'll be there. Storm 51

I really like my Super Lugs. They certainly last longer and have much better traction on wet paved roads. Just my opinion though. Storm 51

I have 2 new, in the crate kits, NSN 2540-570-1356 which include winterfronts, etc. I am asking $600 each plus shipping. These are complete fuel fired heater kits which include everything you need to install them. They are the under the hood type with their own box. They weigh 162 lbs. PM me if...

Nice truck! The body looks straight, seems like most of the correct engine parts are there, and apparently "Bubba" didn't get to the cab. Welcome to the site and good luck with your project. Depending on how you plan to restore it, or improve it, manuals are your friend. Please post pics and...

I've got lots of bits and pieces for those slave receptacles; some complete units too, I think, if you are interested. Ebay can be a little steep. PM me if there is something you need. Storm 51

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If that's your truck you have ABSOLUTELY NO BUSINESS taking that out in the woods during a fire!!!! That is way too nice of a truck to be getting it all dirty and scratched up and stuff. You should go buy another fire truck. Storm 51

A positive point to remember about these trucks is that oftentimes they are more labor intensive than money / parts intensive. Not always, but more often than not. Storm 51

O.K., I'm glad we got to the crux of the matter. I have had an M-37 / M-42 for over 33 years (they were still using them when I was in the Army waaaaaaay back in "68 to '71). The engines used in these trucks is an industrial engine (they are still used in fork-lifts). These trucks were meant...

If you keep the truck STOCK and internalize the necessity that the truck will go SLOW (REALLY SLOW - not sort of slow, but REALLY SLOW) the brakes will be more than adequate. If you can't stand driving a 45 MPH truck and need a freeway flyer that will do 70 MPH you will need to do the disc brake...

The Spare Tire Carrier on the door is not a popular item. If the cargo bed is full of radios it is something you are forced to accept. As a practical matter, unless you are compelled to move the spare, most people don't do it. I may drill the holes and weld in the various pieces on my truck for...

If you keep it stock then the manuals will never lie to you and they will be your best friend. Spare tire carriers are easy to find and simple to install (please notice that I did NOT say cheap). These are truly great trucks (the Platonic Ideal of "pick-up truckedness"). Good Luck with your...

That looks like a great truck. What are you going to do with it? Are you going to restore it stock or do you want a macho freeway flyer? Answer that question and everything else will fall into place. I'm happy to go slow so stock is how I roll. If you can't be happy going slow, then keep the...