264Charlie's M51A2

[264charlie]

Hi all, I just picked up an unseen M51A2 from an auction site. It was a bit of an impulse purchase that resulted in about 50 hours of research, during which I'm much more educated about what I bought. I purchased the truck to move about 250 yards of dirt around my property. It should be a fun journey.

 

[SCM35A2]

Good looking truck!

 

[NDT]

Welcome and that is a sweet dump! Hope it serves you well.

 

[fuzzytoaster]

I recognize the truck and background. Haul it home. Do yourself a favor and PMCS it before it ever hits the road.

 

[264charlie]

I recognize the truck and background. Haul it home. Do yourself a favor and PMCS it before it ever hits the road.

100%. I suspect I'll have a few long weekends before it moves much. I'll post everything that needs attention and the process of getting it running.

 

[swbradley1]

Welcome to the site, nice looking truck and listen to Fuzzy.

 

[264charlie]

Does anyone have a recommendation for axles and brake rebuilt kit vendors? Or are the big ones that pop up on Google the best route to take?

 

[NDT]

Highly recommend Memphis Equipment for parts support for this platform.

 

[264charlie]

Well, the truck is home. Next week, I will uncover its condition and outline the project list. My neighbor unloaded it for me as I will be out of town for a few days. It was about 4k to my door, about $1,500 more than I planned, but my schedule did not allow me to pick it up.