Search results

Hello SS, It is time to trade up the M35A2 to a 5 ton, but which one? Currently we are using the deuce to hall the dozer around and clearly need more truck. I have ruled out a 5 tonner with the LDS465 but I'm not sure about the Mack or Cummins. The Mack ENDT-673 is rated @ 211 hp / 610 lbs-ft...

Hello SS, I remember some SS members looking for a 17' cargo cover. Here you go! Ebay 320109875023 Click Ebay link here

Hello SS, Hopefully an easy question about large kw military generator sets. If the data tag only shows the out put as 3 phase, can it be converted to regular 120 / 240 volt single phase? Basicly I know zip about these units. Thanks, Karl

Hello SS, Pictures of work currently happening on the M35. We use this as a work truck so down time is hard to fit in. Replacing the leaking head gaskets, heads resurfaced, replacing broken valve springs, drill & tap exhaust manifold for pyrometer, change all hoses and belts, replace very worn...

Hello SS, Have some questions about installing a pyrometer on the M35A2. I'm confused on how the probe is connected to the gauge, they all appear to have electrical connections on the backs of the gauges. Are these available with mechanical connections, if so were can they be purchased? I...

Hello SS, I'm right in the middle of changing the head gaskets on our mutli-fuel now, just picked the heads up from the machine shop. This is my second time doing the heads on a M35, not very difficult task even single handed. First time I just pushed the manifolds to the side still attached to...

Hello SS, It is time to put the markings on the GMC 2.5 T dump truck, I had planned on doing it as a Seabee truck. I don't know if the Navy ever used the GMC M215 dump during the 50's or 60's or how they marked their vehicles. When did the fighting bee logo appear? When viewing some CCKWs...

Hello SS, The gods at GL have smiled upon me! I faxed my application to GL for the SF97 along with the state vehicle inspection form on Thurs 1/18 and perpared myself for the next big hassle dealing with these fine folks. Monday 1/22 (yes, one business day) Fedex delivered an envelope with my...

Hello SS, Some interesting info and experience with my M215 tranny. During the restoration we put a Memphis rebuilt tranny in the truck, it was over a year after the install before the tranny was ever tested. I quickly realized that the rebuilt tranny had problems, slipped in reverse (low range...

Hello SS, Forgive me if this subject has been covered before, but It has been over five years since I have had to change the head gaskets on a multifuel. Are the new type gaskets really that much better than the old style with the fire rings? I never had any problems with the old type and the...

Hello SS, Anyone need a cargo cover for a 5 ton dump truck? This is the special cover that fits around the cab shield, very different compared to the standard 14' cargo bed cover. Overall great orginial canvas (darker OD) condition, there are some patches and repairs. I was going to shorten the...

Howdy SS, I've posted pictures of the M215 dump truck several times, but here is one of the real work truck. We have this M35 rigged to tow our track loader into the woods. We are clearing land to build our new house in the middle of 70 acres, the primitive access lane is about 3/4 mile through...

Hello SS, Ok, it is almost complete, just need to do the USN Seabees markings! It runs great and is very easy to drive as long as you are not in a hurry, about 45 mph. The other day I had both the M35 and the M215 parked in the driveway, never realized how much smaller it was compared to the...

Hello SS Anyone going to the HRMS show at the Virginia War Museum / Newport News VA 9/22-24? I plan on driving the recently completed GMC M215 dump truck to the show, usually there is a nice display of vehicles if the weather is good. This group does a great militaria auction Fri. / Sat. night...

Hello SS, Need help locating a pair of the knee action front shocks used on the M211 series truck. Checked with Memphis, they no longer stock them. Any one know of a pair? Prefer NOS or non-leaking take offs. Thanks, Karl

Hello SS, I'm in the process of dropping the oil pan to change the rear main crank seal that has started to leak. The new seal is two pieces of rubberized rope looking stuff? I have never done one of these before using this type of seal, anything specail to know? I plan on removing the main...

Hello SS, Will a 12.5x20 tire fit on a standard deuce 9x20 wheel? Thanks, Karl

Hello SS, Had the dump truck out of the garage yesterday to rearrange some stuff, just enough day light to take some pictures. Almost complete!!!! Karl

Hey SS, Unloaded the new project today (AKA money pit), this should keep me busy for next 5 years. Kind of rough, but good drive train and frame looks perfect. Karl

Hello SS, Thank you to those who helped me understand what I was doing wrong on attaching pictures! These are some recent pics of the M215, it is almost complete. I was hoping to have it ready for Aberdeen, but to many small bugs to work out before such a long trip (5 hrs at M-series speed). The...