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BTT I'm hoping someone will get me some info????

Very nice restoration. It is good to see projects like this getting back on this site. I'm not nagging but I've been growing tired of "bobbing", "chopping", "mods" etc. I'm happy to see history being preserved again. I'm working hard to get my M543 wrecker done...your truck gives me wings!

I have always went with DOT 5. No offense to anyone but sticking with what was TM'ed makes me feel a bit more secure and I would easily spend $100.00 for some comfort versus wondering if I contaminated anything that may hinder my ability to stop a 13,000 pound truck. Remember, when the brakes...

Very nice truck and welcome from Nor. Cal.

I think you are onto something. The data plate is faded but there is stamping on it. There is an "A2". Below this is "2 65". I was guessing M543"A2" and I know it's a 1965 truck so the "65" also makes sense. I'll await others findings. BTW, thanks doghead for checking on your truck...

I am moving along on my M543 wrecker restoration. I am getting all new data plates re-made. The data plate I'm pointing to in the picture is so faded i can't make it out. Can someone help me out?

After changing the master cylinder, I still hadn't resolved my brake issues. I went ahead and replaced the airpack and all 6 wheel cylinders. Took a bit of time but now I've got reliable brakes...man those wheels and brake drums are heavy!!!

I installed a Keyed CAT switch between my batteries and starter with the CAT switch installed below the dash. Many others have posted this same mod with plenty of pics. I like this set up, non-intrusive and very effective.

nice job on your video. I love the sound of our trucks...nothing else like it out there...

I'll take a nice bridge plate set...by the looks of this thread, i'm the only one buying from you :razz: ahahaha Can't wait to meet you and more new folks.

I can't wait as well.

super job so far. I'm really enjoying this thread. It's nice to see someone restoring instead of "modifying".

I agree. I just replaced the master on my M543 and I had good brakes. I let it sit for a couple weeks, start it up and POOF, no fluid in the master and no brakes. I'm going to replace my airpack.

Welcome from the Sacramento/Vacaville area. I do business with Guardian down in Reedley...small world...hope to see you at Tower Park in April.

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Awsome job on this project. Very nice work.

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I'm working on my M543A2 wrecker restoration. The interior was heavily oxidized and I was expecting to prep and paint. I bought the rubbing compound shown in the attached picture and gave it a try. It took several coats but after trying several methods, a tooth brush worked the best. The...

What I'm bringing/available for sale: M35 hard top. OK condition. Restorable. I have an NOS rear window that I may throw in to sweeten the deal. Misc. M35 parts. Front blinkers, reflectors, soft top window seals. M35 new window glass. I replaced mine so i know they fit. This is normal...

I'm not sure either what hardware issue you are having. I just rebuilt both windshields, including replacing all hardware. Nothing unique that I found. It was all english.