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Hello All, We just brought home a set of wheels (2 pc. bolt together combat style) and tires (1400 x 20s) off of a M916. My question is if the wheel offset on the M916 is the same as those used on the supper single wheels found on the M813. Currently we are running 1400 x 20s mounted on Hemitt...

We had the opportunity to display our halftrack today along side a current USMC MRAP ATV at a Wounded Warrior event. I doubt the old and new have been side by side much. Interesting to compare 70 yrs worth of technical advancement.

I'm finishing up the turbo install on our M813, where is the best place to plumb in the boost gauge port? There is a tapped and plugged location on the lower / middle of the intake manifold or does the port need to be closer to the turbo? Thank you.

Hello all, I'm in the process of acquiring all the pieces parts to add a turbo to our M813, currently I have the exhaust manifold and turbo (Holset BHT3B). My question is regarding placement of the exhaust, I want to run the exhaust up the back RH corner of the cab. The large space between the...

Never say never when it comes to parting with a cherished item. We first purchased the M215 in 2001 and spent several years restoring it. We have enjoyed maintaining this piece of military history, taking it to parades, car / air shows and many special events. The time has come for it to have a...

I'm looking to add a turbo set up to our M813, any suggestions on a supplier for the manifolds and turbo? The 855s that have the boxy high profile intake, will this manifold and crossover tube fit under the hood without modifying the hood? Yes, I have followed the various threads discussing the...

Hello, I'm in need of 6-7 Gamma Goat tires for a CCKW project (running DUKW rims), any known sources? Reading back through the old posts did not turn up much info. Looked like Jack Tomlin had some years ago, but that is not an option anymore. Thank you, Karl

Hello All, Anyone running XLZ 395/85R20 tires on their 5 tons, what are your experiences? Currently I'm running 14.00x20s on Hemitt rims on our M813A1, this vehicles purpose is to pull our Halftrack to shows. My thoughts are with the smaller 395s (46") compared to the 14.00x20 (49") I could...

Hey fellow SS members, I need to fabricate a gin pole for the front of our 5 ton. Intended purpose is to lift a 1,500 lb load. What size pipe and wall thickness is advised? I plan to modify tow bar feet to mount to the bumper. Not really sure how long the legs will need to be, maybe 12 - 15'. I...

This past weekend was the mostly complete M2A1 halftracks first outing. The Orange Co. Va. Somerset Steam and Gas show has everything from steam traction to antique tractors and vehicles. This year there were 8 MVs present including our Halftrack and M813A1.

Hello SS, I'm looking for a running Cummins V8-300 out of a M123 10 ton. Prefer east coast if possible. Thanks, Karl

I had the opportunity to display the GMC M215 this past weekend at the Culpeper VA. Air Fest. For a small regional airport, they put together an impressive show. Some of the highlights - Nalls Aviations Sea Harrier - Yak 9 - 6 T28 Trojans and 11 T6 Texans / SNJs in the air at one time - B25...

Hey cramped deuce / 5 ton drivers. I'm getting ready to recover the seats in the 5 ton, the cramped drivers seat space has been an issue. Today I took an old seat back and cut the foam pad in half, reducing the thickness by 2.5". Recovered the cut down seat back with a temporary cover to test...

With everyone chopping up perfectly good pieces of military history these days, figured I would follow along and save myself some work. Installing tires on the rear jack-shaft, cutting the frame will be much easier than putting the tracks and all those rear suspension parts back on! Sorry...

Has any one ran Hy-Tran fluid in their Hydramatics in place of Dexron or motor oil? I have followed all the old posts and debates over the Dexron & SAE30 and understand the pros / cons. Tractor Supply sells their brand of Hy-Tran replacement (International Harvester no long offers the original...

Halftrack project UPDATE Hello SS, This week marks a turning point in the 2.5 year old halftrack project, actually starting to put it back together! The newly sand blasted and primed frame re-entered the barn to be positioned on blocking over the rebuilt front axle, jack-shaft and bogie...

Hello SS, What is the going rate to pay someone to sand blast and prime a bare vehicle frame? I have the halftrack frame stripped down to rails and cross members. Had planned to blast it myself, don't really have the time and our weather has been wet and cold to try this outside. Thanks, Karl

Hello SS, Used the GMC M221 truck tractor to move the newly aquired M146 trailer around the other day. It will be awhile before time is available to give these much attention, but at least they are safe now. Karl

Hey SS, Found some pictures from earlier this summer of the M215 actually getting dirty. Each load was 4 cu. yds of top soil, top speed was about 30 mph. Job site was about 7 miles away, all back roads so I was able to take it easy on the old girl. Not bad for being 56 yrs old (the truck, not...

Hello SS, I'm looking for a windshield assembly for our new M221 project, outer frame is needed most, inner frames with good glass would be great also. I have found one but it is too far away to justify a road trip and shipping is expensive. Anyone near Virginia / NC / MD / PA have one...