Finally got one! Now gotta get her home

[mooresM35A2]

Finally got my first mv and it couldn't be sweeter. It's a 42 352 and its 3.5 hours away. I was wondering if you fine fellas could give me some dimensions on it. I need to know the exact width because my buddy says he can bring it home but his gooseneck is only eight feet wide.

 

[m109a2]

We will need some pics.

 

[gunboy1656]

I want to say it is around 7.5 feet x 25 foot long. Don't know why those numbers are in my head.

 

[mooresM35A2]

 

[tommys2patrick]

That is a sharp looking MV. Best of luck getting it home. I presume you don't want to try driving it home.

 

[FrankUSMC]

Short wheel base without winch, they were mainly used to haul artillery. I had two CCKWs, a closed cab that I LOVED!!! and a very rear air transportable open cab CCKW (it was designed to be taken apart to fit into two C47s).
Great trucks, a little on the lite side for hauling, you will love the truck.
One of the few, Frank USMC RET

 

[SD T16]

Congratulations! Whats her name? She looks nice....why don't you just drive her home. Sounds like a nice drive to get to know her.

We have logged thousands of miles on ours in the 21 years we have had her.

Cheers!

Sean

 

[mhassett]

Awesome pictures.
Thanks for sharing.

 

[gerrykan]

I would remove the canvas, if the trip will be at highway speeds.
It will save some wear and tear, or possible destruction if the canvas is very old.

 

[mooresM35A2]

Thanks everyone for the enthusiasm. The canvas is pretty new but yes we are going to remove it. It runs sweet too. It starts faster than a brand new truck. Should have it in about a week or a week and a half.

 

[Viper8]

Wow - NICE looking MV!! I'd vote for a leisurely drive home if you have the time. Enjoy your new ride!

 

[ODFever]

SD T16: I've had the pleasure of riding in Plain Jane Doe many times! I've known your parents for over over a decade. I met them when I was a member of the FFC. Did you have to use her during all of the flooding in NPR?

 

[mooresM35A2]

Got her home safe. Had some play time out on the field roads yesterday evening.
She actually has a couple issues. It likes to fall on its face when you go to take off or put a load on the engine. that's the biggest thing

 

[m109a2]

Super nice truck have fun.Al