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Each of the gun trucks, whether transportation units or artillery units, contributed to the job. Each had different functions in the convoys and perimeter security. But, it's everybody working together that achieves the common goal. That's what I appreciate about everybody on here who are...

From what I have learned, when they first got to Vietnam, everybody had the wheels, etc. Those were "lost" or "misplaced" during rebuilds. That's also when armor started getting added on. The bat-wing armor protected the loaders, but made movement in the truck bed difficult. The 5-tons had more...

From what I have learned, when they first got to Vietnam, everybody had the wheels, etc. Those were "lost" or "misplaced" during rebuilds. That's also when armor started getting added on. The bat-wing armor protected the loaders, but made movement in the truck bed difficult. The 5-tons had...

My info came from the unit S2 and from some of the Air Defense guys that actually put everything together before it was shipped out. The trucks with all components were "assembled" at Fort Bliss (actually Orogrande Range) before being shipped over to Vietnam as a unit. Once they got to...

I just got the newsletter for the NDQSA (National Dusters, Quads, Searchlights Association), and they are planning on having their reunion this year in Oklahoma City with a side trip to Fort Sill. The Widow Maker will be at the reunion. I also am planning on it being at Sgt. Grit's in OK City...

Ok, I know who you're talking about now. That's Jim and his son. It didn't click with the kid's name. While they are not part of this project, they have given moral support. And, they did pick up the M332 for me. As soon as I feel up to it, I'll get to work on it as well.

Nope. Don't know them. I have a couple of Charleys, and the rest of the gand from the National US Armed Forces Museum, formerly known as Military Museum of Texas.

This week-end, the plan is to secure the quad mount to the truck bed. Also, the "new" ammo can mounts are in. They'll get sandblasted, primed, and installed on the mount. The Vietnam trucks didn't use the tombstone cans, so I'll put those in storage. Also, I have a VIC-1 intercom system...

Well, it's been long in coming, but we finally got the quad mounted in the back of the deuce. Many thanks to the the guys at the National U.S. Armed Forces Museum in Houston. They lent support - both moral and physical. The truck is parked there right now. My website...

The last photo in the above post shows My M35 from approximately the same angle as from when it was first acquired. This photo was taken before the new top was acquired.

Updates to The Widow Maker The first photo shows my M35 when I got it. Not a bad looking truck. It just needs some work. The second photo shows the truck as restored. That's two years of sweat, cursing, blood, more sweat, paint dust, grease, etc. The top has been changed out, new mirrors...

Sorry about taking so long in getting this posted. Lots of other stuff going on. Anyways, here is an update to the progress being made on The Widow Maker: The truck is fairly complete. Just a few small items (like re-routing the exhaust) to contend with. She's painted, and has been...

Just a side note to let everybody know that I have managed to find the fellow that painted the original artwork on The Widow Maker, and he has agreed to come down and paint the artwork on the replica. As soon as I get everything put back together, I'll post some photos.

Just an update for everybody. I should have the truck sanded down in the next week or so. I was able to get the correct mirrors and brackets. Thanks to Saturn Surplus for the mirror Heads and Midwest Military for the arms and brackets. Also, thanks to Erik's Military Surplus for the...

Matthew, PM me. I have some photos that show exactly what you need. Or, you can visit my website at www.HistoryFanatics.net and see the photos plus others.

Thanks to everybody for the help on this project. Also thankks to tree207 for the heads up about the National Dusters Quads Searchlights Association. I will certainly check them out. I am hoping to make the Gun Truck rally this year, although I won't have my project finished by then. If I...

I like the set up. I have photos showing that mount in the back of the trucks. But, all the photos only show the artwork or a general view. Since I am essentially scratch-building a quad mount, would it be possible to get some dimensions from you? Such as height of the sides, overall width...

I am attempting to replicate a Quad 50 gun truck from Viet Nam. Originally, I was planning to use an M809-series 5-ton as I have been unable to find an M39-series 5-ton. However, I have learned that none of the M809-series trucks made it to Viet Nam. And, they would appear too late in the...