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I am going for more flotation with my M139 - want to retain the original wheels and go with wider radials - specifically the 15.50s or 46s that are pretty common out there, or possibly 16.00s. I know a couple years ago I saw a pic of a bridge truck with no bed that was dualled up with 16.00s...

1943 GI 6x6 - $1000 - Pirate4x4.Com Bulletin Board= The pics aren't coming up on his post, but he sent me a couple. This truck has a ton of potential, and I would love to see it go to someone here before someone on Pirate......he is in Fresno County, CA - way too far for me, or I'd be...

Any interest in a CHEAP M135 in South Dakota? Trying to save another one from the torch/crusher...... A friend of mine picked this up recently, and has no real interest in the MV hobby. It is near Aberdeen, SD, and it sounds like the price is very negotiable. In fact, I don't know if he even...

I have finally made some real progress on my truck. Late last week, I finally got my title back from the state after a fairly lengthy wait due to a "make" discrepancy on the title, then yesterday I got my new plates and registration in the mail :-D. I am pretty happy about this - was...

On Saturday, a friend and I went to pick up my new truck. Some of you may remember the thread I started a few months ago regarding the M211s that were for sale at a local salvage yard for $200 / ton. Well, the same price applied to this truck, which I claimed on the spot - it came out to $520...

There are a couple of M211s? in a salvage yard in NE SD (Aberdeen) that are going to be crushed sometime next week. If anyone needs one, or parts, they are available for $200/ton. The hopper-bottom tank is coming off the one, and that will be sold seperately. These guys aren't real interested in...

This trailer has turned up at the local salvage yard. I don't know anything about it, except that it's green, so I want it :roll: (not really). Anyone know what it's purpose was? I think it would be cool to have a truck and trailer ID guide on the site - something with basic profile...

I need an input shaft bearing retainer for my M139. I haven't been able to find anyone that sells anything other than maintenance items or complete cases. Anyone know who to try, before I start calling random MV magazine vendors? Also, are all the 5 ton cases the same?

I came across this old truck awhile back, and originally thought it to be a CCKW because of the GMC engine. But after a bit of research, I decided (by the seam above windshield and the curved grille guard) that it must be a Dodge. I assume it was originally military, or did they produce...

I found an old converted-to-God-knows-what CCKW sitting on its axles in the dirt awhile back, and have decided to try to save it from the crusher. The front clip is fairly complete and decent, but the cab is full of bullet holes, and otherwise rough. I would need a good cab and glass. This...

So, today I'm under my truck, happy as can be, checking levels and wondering why the t-case lever doesn't do anything, when suddenly, I see something that knocks the wind right out of me..... The bearing retainer on the input shaft is broken!! I mean sloppy, wiggly shaft, big gap between...

I am sure this has been covered a million times, but as usual, I can't find anything with the search function. I am considering running radial 14.00-20 duals on my factory wheels, and want to see some pics of a truck set up that way. I want to see the difference in contact area and the...

Hey guys. My 5-ton is too long for my needs, and I've been trying to decide if a shortening is something I should tackle myself. I would like to move the tandems forward approximately 3 feet. Of course, just ahead of the suspension pivot point, the frame is double-wall, and significantly...

Hello guys. I recently got a canvas top from another member, and discovered that I only had one bow..... well, I am 1000 miles from nowhere, and had to think of something to fab more bows from. God forbid I actually wait a week for the correct parts. :roll: I went to a TSC- type place and...

I was installing a canvas top on my 5-ton yesterday, and turns out I have just one cab bow. No problem, I will just fab two more. Well, the one I have is bent all out of shape. Could someone post up a pic so I have a better idea of the correct contour? It would be appreciated.

Hello people. I have found a couple 3208s that I can obtain (cheap) if needed, and wonder about their suitability for a 5-ton. I am planning ahead for a re-power if I am unhappy with the performance/mileage/condition of the mighty 602. Will do some Googling, but thought you guys would be...

Colyork recently suggested a salvage yard locator map, and I think that is a great idea. Thought I could get the idea some more exposure over here. What do you guys think?

Guy says they all run - interiors look pretty tough, but starting at $100, may be a great deal for someone here. Listed as "military vehicles" in the, um, "military vehicle" category. Oh, they are in Stockton, CA. Hope someone can save them - I've always had a weakness for that body style.

Hello, guys. I've been researching the archives tonight only to find that my new 5-ton (M139 gasser)is destined to disappoint me where fuel-mileage is concerned. Does anyone here have real-world first-hand experience with before and after effects of the following changes (with regard to...

Helllo, guys. Curious if anyone here knows what the spline count and diameter is on the M139 steering column? Also, is it round or a D-shaft? I've just bought an M139, and the steering wheel is cracked, thin, and generally ugly. I'm hoping to replace it with something a little more...