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  1. Redleg130

    Vacuum tubing routing behind the dash

    Ill grab pictures of mine under the dash when I have daylight since its cleared out, but it does enter from the engine compartment as G744 says, next to the speedometer cable, at least on mine
  2. Redleg130

    What does the M37 bed weigh?

    Maybe ask the "Watson's Wagons" guy from Youtube? He has a series of videos on the M37 that he is rebuilding, and last I checked he had the bare frame so he had to have lifted the bed out at some point. I contacted him once on Facebook and he responded so he should be reachable. Watson's...
  3. Redleg130

    Electrical system

    Can anyone identify this heater blower? There is no part number on this, and it isn't standard to the M37. It works but it sounds like it vibrates or shakes when starting up, it quiets down, but it may need service/replacement? nearing completion on mapping. I got the AF8 tool, so I can...
  4. Redleg130

    Electrical system

    My apologies, I don't follow the first part of this. Do you mean the SignalStat is undesirable? For the second part, I agree, but its too late now, so many parts are different (eg distributor assembly) it wouldn't be practical to go back to 24, even if I would prefer it. As I am working on...
  5. Redleg130

    Electrical system

    Me contemplating my wiring looms before cutting them open I may have found the foundational issue: The 2ga wire coming from positive battery to solenoid (then to the rest from there) is worn through in 3 spots, the worst is shown above. It appears burned so this may have been the or a cause...
  6. Redleg130

    M37 Restomod?

    BD Radiator in McLouth, KS recored my original M37 radiator, but he has an extensive shop that focuses on radiators exclusively. He seemed to be really happy about getting an old military vehicle back up and running, and did a good job on my setup. I dont know if he can adapt something in your...
  7. Redleg130

    Katrina Deuce Story - MUST READ

    https://www.lonestar-mvpa.org/events/2005/05_katrina.htm is a working link as of March 2024 http://lonestar-mvpa.org/events/2005/05_Katrina.htm, mentioned in the original post, is not working. It looks that the website reformatted their domain name, requiring the www instead of leaving it implied.
  8. Redleg130

    Getting behind or under the dashboard M35A2

    While messing with my M37, and watching some tactical repair videos, it occurred to me that the instrument cluster can come off, perhaps giving me access to the vent tubing and buzzer. I looked around regarding the speedometer cable and saw where some folks have removed the speedometer cable...
  9. Redleg130

    Headlights OR parking lights ???

    I have a Signal Stat 900 in my M37, I am not sure if these were ever government purchased items or not, but they sure do look the part, particularly when painted green. Mine appears to be rugged and solid, I don't feel like I have to be gentle with it. They seem to be a popular choice, I am...
  10. Redleg130

    Electrical system

    I am finding corrosion and wire rot in several areas. I disassembled the barrel connector and cleaned it thoroughly, I have seen some types of oils cause electricity jump in communications barrel connectors so getting it cleaned up should help, ill post photos of that process. It isn't easy...
  11. Redleg130

    Electrical system

    canofworms.gif I am going through the likely suspects, the wire seems rotted in parts which may have been the issue. I may just have to redo it. That does not seem like a straightforward task. At least I got to drive it for a day 🥳
  12. Redleg130

    Headlights OR parking lights ???

    You mean like running lights? If you have the military three lever switch, "service drive" should be headlights and taillights or headlight and "running lights" (for all 4 amber lights) both with stop lights. The second type is what I have seen most often, and I found a reference here - MV...
  13. Redleg130

    Electrical system

    My M37 is done rebuild (engine/transmission) and is running beautifully. I do have an electrical system issue, however. Symptoms include: Turn signal and headlights are intermittent, but mostly not working. I have not found a pattern to what makes it work vs not work, like jiggling a wire...
  14. Redleg130

    First Dodge truck - 1962 M43B1 Ambulance

    Witamy What a great truck. Very well maintained it appears. They are really fun to drive and people really find them interesting, I would imagine the ambulance doubly so. My oil pressure runs about 60 too. I have read from several sources that Rotella (Shell brand) 10-30 is appropriate, and...
  15. Redleg130

    Getting behind or under the dashboard M35A2

    searched but really didn't find much. I have an M35A2 and I need to do a couple things behind/under the dash. I got replacement heater hose sections to replace the rotten hose thats in it now. The 4in sections are easy to reach, but the 3in sections going to defroster vents are not. Also the...
  16. Redleg130

    What did you do to your deuce this week?

    Got old rubber items replaced (hoses, fan belts, wheel seals, etc) just in time for Winter Field Day 2024, an amateur radio activity.
  17. Redleg130

    How does the "preheater" work?

    Older thread but closest to my question and there is great info in this thread. It has been below zero in my area last few weeks, and I was curious about its ability to start in these cold temperatures. Good news is that it does start after a small handful of tries, like 7-10, which I think is...
  18. Redleg130

    Good, Cheap, Fast - Pick one (M37 Rebuild)

    For anyone interested in the parts list, which of course was specific to my truck but could be useful for an idea of what may go into a 'full' rebuild, I itemized it here: Cost of Dodge M37 rear main oil seal repair (by rebuilding everything) – Stickelman.net I will post pictures when I get...
  19. Redleg130

    Good, Cheap, Fast - Pick one (M37 Rebuild)

    This was my experience, but for someone wondering what it might cost to rebuild an M37, I can share what I ended up spending. Overall, it was just under $20k ish This was full engine rebuild, done by NAPA in (North) Topeka. Transmission rebuild done by Smith Brothers transmission in Topeka...
  20. Redleg130

    Multifuel Reliability or The M35 itself

    I have 395s and do not have full swing on right hand turns. You also cannot keep spare in the spare rack since it wont fit there. Not show stoppers, but factors for consideration. My thoughts - If you want a truck that is "as issued" then naturally you would have to keep the multifuel. I am...
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