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Early Chevrolets, like this parts truck, had a looped bar grill. There was a narrow tie bar between the front fenders but the last civilian owner of this truck added an angle iron reinforcement.

4. 1 to 2-ton Vehicles (M715s,CUCVs, HMMWVs, GTBs, G-506s, etc.)

A Closer Look… Chevrolet G-506 1-1/2-ton trucks

By Clell G. Ballard
Jan 16, 2020

Ken Roggow wrote, “My wife and I taking a friends fast attack vehicle for a drive at the Jackson, MI air show.”

Facebook Friends 2020

By Military Vehicles Magazine
Jan 15, 2020

JAG FILE HEADER

NEW MT / MVM WEBSITE

By John Adams-Graf
Jan 17, 2020

This April 9, 1941, photograph shows the pilot M2 during testing at Aberdeen Proving Ground. Notice the Firestone tread pattern tires on the front axle. Photographic evidence suggests that only the initial production vehicles had this tread pattern, which was soon supplanted by the chevron tread pattern tires, which in turn were replaced by non-directional tread pattern tires.

7. Armor / Tracked

The Proving Ground : White Half Tracks

By David Doyle
Jan 9, 2020

Tech tips Jeep

Restoration and Maintenance Tips

Tech Tips 2020 no. 2

By Steve Turchet
Jan 7, 2020

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Vehicle Show and Rally Reports

2020: Year of the Military GM - Paul Rea's Photos

By Paul Rea
Jan 13, 2020

Sherman Tank Vol 1

Books and Videos-Military Vehicles

Books in Review: Tanks

By John Adams-Graf
Jan 2, 2020

There are two basic types of lighting systems found on most common U.S. military vehicles in the MV hobby. These are the WWII type (shown here) and the post-war, or M-series, systems. Although the systems themselves are similar, many of their components and switches are different.

MV Lighting Systems

By Steve Turchet
Dec 23, 2019

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Modern Vehicle News

Oshkosh Trucks for Israel

By Mike Eppinger
Oct 21, 2019

3/4 view along the left hand side of the Morris LRC MkII showing the large run-flat tyres ideal for cross-country work. The good ground clearance is also evident.

7. Armor / Tracked

Morris Light Recon Car

By John Norris
Jan 9, 2020

Beyond the inherent dangers of operating a soft-skinned vehicle in a combat environment, gunners in particular are vulnerable to snipers, IED blasts, and roll-overs due to their exposed position. In response to these problems, the Up-armored Humvee has been developed, which offers protection against most small arms fire, shrapnel and anti-personnel mines.

4. 1 to 2-ton Vehicles (M715s,CUCVs, HMMWVs, GTBs, G-506s, etc.)

In Combat With HMMWVs

By David Doyle
Nov 13, 2019

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Military Vehicles

Facebook Friends: October 2019

By Mike Eppinger
Oct 1, 2019

As vehicles came to shore, troops invaded the “Normandy Beaches” of Conneaut, Ohio, for the 20th Anniversary D-Day reenacment this past August.

D-Day on Lake Erie

By Peter Suciu
Nov 13, 2019

With tanks driving, trucks racing, and flame throwers flaming, the 2019 MVPA Convention had plenty of “history in motion” this past August. One of the new activities at this year’s Convention was the historic military vehicle (HMV) race held in the arena around the near half-mile dirt track.

Vehicle Show and Rally Reports

History Sped Into Motion!

By Rick Forys
Nov 13, 2019

A typical single-circuit master cylinder as used on many MVs with “suspended” clutch and brake pedals, such as M151s and M715s. To ensure long life of both master and wheel cylinders, brake fluid should be drained and renewed every two years.

Restoration and Maintenance Tips

Brake Systems Basics

By Steve Turchet
Nov 13, 2019

Some MVs, such as the CCKW, have a strainer screen in the oil pan. This screen should be removed and cleaned every time the oil is changed.

Restoration and Maintenance Tips

Changing Your MV’s Oil

By Steve Turchet
Nov 13, 2019

There are two basic types of mechanical parking brake systems used on most vehicles with hydraulic service brakes, as well as on many vintage vehicles equipped with air brakes. The first type, shown here, uses a drum or disk on the transmission or the transfer case output. When the brake is applied it locks the drive shaft so the vehicle’s rear wheels can’t turn. This system is used on many common collector military vehicles, including most jeeps, Dodge WCs and M37s, Kaiser M715s, some early model HMMVWs, most deuce-and-a-halfs, five-ton trucks, and also on many larger vehicles and construction or material-handling equipment. This CCKW example uses an external contracting band type brake.

Restoration and Maintenance Tips

MV Parking Brake Service

By Steve Turchet
Nov 13, 2019

This photo shows the measurements from the outside of the fender to establish the tapered fender cut. Be sure to verify the measurements used for your particular trailer to allow for proper tire clearance.

A Trailer to Haul Your Mule

By Nick DeNardo
Nov 13, 2019

Mack Trucks has made deliveries of the Medium Support Vehicle System Standard Military Pattern, or MSVS SMP, to Canada.

Military Vehicles

Bulldogs for Canadians!

By Mike Eppinger
Sep 18, 2019

Another happy amphib ride as Kevin Kronlund of Army Cars, USA swims his beautifully restored GPA.

Awash With Interest

By Manny Rogers
Nov 13, 2019

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Military Vehicles

2020 Callout to Military Vehicle Vendors, Suppliers, Promotors and Hobby Supporters

By Mike Eppinger
Sep 17, 2019

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Tech Tips: September 2019 Edition

By Steve Turchet
Nov 13, 2019

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Military Vehicles

2020 - The Year of General Motors

By Mike Eppinger
Sep 11, 2019

The M38 was a Korean War-era Jeep built from 1950 -1953. Approximately 60,000 were built, many of which continued into service well into the early 1970s.

2. Quarter Ton Vehicles (Jeeps, etc.)

Military Vehicle Profile: Willys G-740 M38

By Steve Turchet
Nov 12, 2019

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