(Back to!) converting to a tractor!

(The title of this thread was: "Changing a cargo truck to a tractor."

I want(ed) to make this happen, but I'll need to turn to Steel Soldiers to make it happen.

Let's say I build the tractor variant. I will be romoving the bed, including complete troop seats and NOS bow set. I also have four (4) NOS cargo end-curtains. Two are canvas, and two are green vinyl. There are two very straight tail-gates that will be for sale as well. The bed, bows, and better-of-the-two tail-gates are in Indiana. The curtains and second tail-gate, is in Ohio.

At this time, I am trying to assess whether or not selling these items is possible, easy, and will defray some of the cost associated with the conversion.

I'm just testing the waters right now, to see if there is any interest in the items. I'm also hoping that the interested "potential" buyers, (of the cargo bed, tail-gates and troops seats, especially), would be able to pick the items up directly. Shipping could be a bear for these.

I know, I know... "E-bay!" I buy from there, but have never sold. I'm not really wanting to get into that right now.

Again, just looking to see which direction to go. This is the first stop.

Here are pics of the truck/bed as they are now. The troops seats are not complete in the pictures, but they are now. They are completely, complete.

I suppose it's safe to say, these items are for sale if I find out that there is a market, and I can get out of them enough to make this project worth taking on.

Please use the PM or e-mail feature here at SS if I can provide any additional details not mentioned in this post.

Thanks in advance for helping me with the project.

You'll sell the parts without any problems. Good luck trying to find a duece bridge truck headache rack though. CSI has a bunch of 5 ton racks that could be made to work but will be spendy.

This sounds like an interesting project, since the price of M275 and M48 tractors are too high, making a clone would be more economical. I could use the troop seats, but the shipping would be murder. Keep us posted with pics on your progress!

Mike, just pick up the troop seats at Haspin, no need to worry about upsetting any wheeling clubs there. You murderer.

Now that I have a truck (EUC notwithstanding) I may want to do something with that whatever you call it on the back and put something different on.

You know how close I am to ya.



I have an Ebay sellers account if you need help with that too.



steve

gimpyrobb said:

Mike, just pick up the troop seats at Haspin, no need to worry about upsetting any wheeling clubs there. You murderer.

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I was unaware thar deuce tractors were expensive. I had a heck of a time selling mine and in the end it brought $3250. If I were doing the swap I would use a 5 ton plate and ramps.

I am interested in the bows, uprights and corners.. Do you have the front storage rack on yours? Now if I could just find a good 3 color camo cargo cover..
This sounds like a good idea ! I have been kicking this idea around myself. Keep us posted on progress if you decide to do it.. I agree with Kenny on the 5 ton plate and ramps..

oifvet

Pls keep us up to date, Ive actually thought of this myself wont be the first deuce but who knows maybe the second one ! LOL

OH OH ........... already talking about more green , I can see where this is going
you guys should really remind newbies of this OD infection.

I agree Id find the 5 ton 5th wheel stuff and ramps and with a bit of luck the spare tire carrier , rack and stuff off a M818, would be interestiong to see, Id look back at the blue Deuce a while back Quay something, it was alot like what you want, his was Navy I believe.

CanadaDeuce

The 5th wheel NSN should be the same for the deuce and the 5-tonners. Image shows removal of 5th wheel for use on xm757 8x8, also the same NSN. Mounting and ramps are different....

I'm about to say, to this idea if you all keep fanning the flames!

That dag-gone Miltrucks deuce-tractor! It was just love!! I hate it!

My project-therapist, a.k.a. "Ron" at Military Vehicle Repair and Restoration, Inc. in Albion, IN, probably thinks I'm the biggest PITA to roll into the lot. He's a great man! He does beautiful work!

http://www.mv-restoration.com/default.html

Anyway, he's up for the project. I'm quoting him when I say, "Piece of cake!" That's what really got me moving on this idea.

Thanks for the encouragment. I'm there!

This should do it

This should push you over the edge!

Depending on price I might be interested in the bed.

Bill,

I have some pics and prices of the 5-ton tractor stuff that Chris told you about. If you want, PM me an email address, and I will send them.

Done.

Oh, and citizensoldier?? That's all I need right now! Brutal!! (That one isn't Miltruck's, is it?) I know one is Kenny's old M275.

Man! The deuce makes a sweet looking tractor!

Yep thats his rig... I have some good pics of the trailer he built somewhere but could not find them.. The longer wheel base of the cargo makes a good tractor in my opinion..

More to come to help concrete the decision..

I'm sorry, I couldn't resist.

You don't need to modify your truck, You just need more trucks. Armyman30years has,had one for for sale.
littlebob