Deuce 56 GMC 211

[JackG]

Hi, This is JackG.
I finally recieved my GMC M-211 It really is in good condition, I will post pix as soon as I can. Right now I have a bigger problem. The engine is running rough. When we do get it started it cuts out as soon as we put it into gear. Upon starting is it smells like it is flooding. I let it sit for a day and then tried to move it. All seem to be working fine until I tryed to back it into a parking spot. As I manuvered it into the spot it again cut out and I couldn't keep it running. Any suggestions?

 

[gunboy1656]

How old is the fuel?

 

[JackG]

Hey, gunboy1656, No I have not checked the fuel. It probably has been sitting around for a while. Hasn't been run. By the way I grew up in Chippewa and went to church at St Rose St. Ann. JackG.

 

[gunboy1656]

I grew up near Rolling Acres Golf course. I just sold off my 1956 M220/211, but it was not in great condition.

Might also be getting too much fuel into the carb, and that is why your getting the flooding.

 

[JackG]

If I am getting too much gas into the carb what can I do. It does smell like it is flooding very easily. Is that golf course the one that is just past BlackHawk High School?

 

[gunboy1656]

That is Blackhawk golf course. Rolling acres is off Achortown road.

Your truck is the 3rd G742 series I know of bought in recent weeks. My dad's neighbor bought one, then he bought mine for parts. Now yours. I will find the pics I have of the trucks.

 

[JackG]

My M-211 was at one time an M-220 according to the plate. Also if I may ask another question> I am in the process of retitling this truck. Do you know if the mfg. number is the same as the VIn. I have to go the the local court to title. I purchased it from a guy in Maryland The truck came form Ft. Mead to a fire Company in the late 60's. This guy had it for about 12 years. No one knows were the title or any other documentation can be found, What a pain. Anyway as I move my way through this project I'm sure I will have other questions if you don't mind. JackG

 

[gunboy1656]

Here they are.....

1st is the good truck he bought, 2nd was mine.

 

[JackG]

My truck is somewhere in between! For now, if I get it running I will be happy.

 

[JackG]

Thank you for all your help. I'll start first thing tomorrow.

 

[gunboy1656]

As far as I remember the VIN is stamped on the frame. Off the top of my head I can;t remember where it is.

Funny how you say yours was a 211 converted, mine was as well. I was going to put it back the it should be but lack of funding prevented me from doing it.

 

[JackG]

Good morning Gunboy, Can you tell me were you got the canvas top for the M211 you owned? Is there more than one place. Anyone local? Thanks

 

[gunboy1656]

I bought that about 15+ years ago. But try

NewLifeCanvas- Reproduction Canvas for Vintage Military Vehicles and Willy's Jeeps

or

John Johnson Company - military cargo covers, M35 series vehicle covers, textile products, military products

or

PIZZOFERRATO ENTERPRISES/WEEBEE Webbing

Those will get you a start, every once in a while I see a complete set (front rear and back) on ebay.

 

[JackG]

Thank you. Wow you guys can come up with the answers to almost anything.