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Thank you! While I plan to use 2x12's as well, my inner bulkhead with reinforcing braces that keep the inner and outer bulkheads connected and spaced evenly should help keep things from wobbling. Your rear hatch design is based on no inner bulkheads. I'll need to modify it to fit my layout but...

Gentlemen, please keep the comments and suggestions coming. All have been very helpful. I wouldn't have gotten this far without all your help. Thank you!

As usual, Sgtmaj, you make some good points. A decision hasn't been made regarding a rear hatch. As this will be a "rolling exhibit ", I want easy access for the public at events. Although it takes away from authenticity, I have to accommodate all ages. Jeff is going to send me photos of his...

Antenna is going on the same side as the radio. Convoy lights probably will come off but not until I can get the truck out of the shelter. The inner light poles are too long to remove inside. Very much interested in pics of your hatch.

I'll put a couple of un-mounted tires, ammo cans, and other odds and ends similar to what I'm able to glean from photos. Trying to stay away from sandbags because they weren't used very much because they held water and rotted the floors out. A rear hatch is a possibility but undecided as to...

Update: I was able to get some time in on the truck today. Got the troop seats out and stored. Then used cardboard slip sheets to mock up my idea for the box armor. All side pieces are 3ftx4ft. The 4 panels that span the width are 31" x 4ft. Pedestal mounts are offset from each other by about...

They were $2500 each. These are mainly aluminum compared with the all steel $1600 ones from The US Replica Gun Co. guns; however, I think these are better quality. The top cover actually latches shut on these compared with the others that flop around. The detail is better too. I'm glad I...

Status update. The weather still sucks so not much action yet on the build. I did receive the two .50's for the pedestal mounts. Jeff at Iron Creations was a pleasure to work with on this purchase. Pics are from the test fit of the guns in their cradles. Hopefully this weekend I can start...

I've already welded on bracing as seen in the attached. I figure 2 points on the side armor and 4 to the bed floor should keep it stable. Did you need to add more? If so, where?

Was hoping you'd chime in, SgtMaj. Glad to hear that Marines could get a little creative too. No way I'd let my wife name the truck. She's already called it a P.O.S. and a few other choice names over the past few years. I already have a punisher skull on the bridge plate so I am kicking...

Thank you for the ideas. I like the two piece windshield armor. I have some other ideas for the door armor, but hinging it like you suggest is worth considering. I think, though, that for this year, I'll skip the cab armor and concentrate on getting the gun box set up properly. Trying to do...

Don't worry. There will be lots of pictures once I start the build. I appreciate the input. As for car shows... I usually keep my eyes out on Facebook for area events and then contact the organizers to make sure they're ok with us bringing the truck. Do a search for car shows in your area...

UPDATE: Radio (PRC-25/AM2060 in a MT1029 mount, AS-1729 antenna, VIC-1 acquired. Two .50 cal replicas on order for a total of 3 on the truck. Pedestal mounts have been fabricated and are ready for primer once the weather gets back into the 40's. I have two M23 cradles all ready to go as well...

See, now you're saving me money! I did find a working (maybe) PRC-25 with vehicle mount. Pricey but the data plate is stamped USMC. I think I'll snag it before someone else does. I really appreciate all the info. You're giving me first hand knowledge that is invaluable to setting my truck up...

I have a lot to think about. I had originally scrapped the idea of the VIC-1 or any radio because I removed the bench seat and added a second springer seat for my wife. I no longer had a place in the cab for the gear. I made a center console/strong box out of 1/8" steel to store valuables when...

Any chance you were able to look up the antenna and mount? Just as you pointed out, the radios seem to be available from multiple sources and non-working units are pretty cheap.

Well... I do like to accessorize...

I would love to retire! Unfortunately, my first wife cleaned me out in the divorce. I got the most important thing, though; my son. My second wife is a keeper. First thing she said when she saw the house was, "You need a garage". How could any man say no to that?!?!? Modular may be the way...

And boy you got a lot of stuff!!!:D

As always, Sgt Major, you make some very good points. I guess that's why you're a Sgt Major and not an officer...:unsure: Anyways, what you suggested about the hood and bumper numbers is exactly what I planned to do. And of course, your musing is on point and exactly what I was thinking about...