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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
Nov 13, 2019

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

Optimal vehicle operation results from optimal maintenance. Follow the 13 tips in this article to avoid a vexing breakdown somewhere down the road. John Adams-Graf collection

Restoration and Maintenance Tips

HMV Maintenance

By Steve Turchet
Nov 13, 2019

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Tech Tips: August 2019 Edition

By Steve Turchet
Nov 13, 2019

Motor vehicle transmissions may be divided into two basic types: manual and automatic. There are three basic types of manual transmissions: the sliding gear, the planetary, and the friction disk, though the sliding-gear type — such as this three-speed — is the most common today, and is what most people think of when manual transmissions are mentioned.

Restoration and Maintenance Tips

HMV Transmission Basics

By Steve Turchet
Nov 13, 2019

Soviet MT-55 at the Militärhistorisches Museum der Bundeswehr in Dresden, Germany. During the 1960s, US forces had captured one of these in Vietnam. They sent it to the home of the Corps of Engineers at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, for “reverse engineering.”

7. Armor / Tracked

The Engineer Bridge-Launcher Incident

By Wesley S. Trindal
Nov 15, 2019

(ABOVE) Harold Wohlfert converted the M37 into the local fire department’s “Brush Buggy” in his pole barn back in the early 1970s. He had not seen the truck in more than 30 years when I caught up with him at a local show. He had several stories to share about the build. He was happy to see it all fixed up and back on the road again.

3. Half to Three Quarter Ton Vehicles (Mules, WCs, M37s, etc.)

Life with “Maggie”

By John Allen
Nov 13, 2019

U.S. military off-road vehicle. A GMV 1.1 .with a minigun mounted at the gunner's station. The gunner's mount can transverse a full 360 degrees for all round defense. Note the storage boxes fitted to the doors. Also visibile on the front of a vehicle is a winch for recovery purposes. U.S. DoD Photo.

Modern Vehicle News

Oshkosh Teams with Flyer to Produce New Infantry Support Vehicle

By Mike Eppinger
Aug 23, 2019

When I bought this Ford GPW in 2008 for $2,800 in 2008, it wasn’t running, had the wrong seats, incorrect engine, a homemade gas tank, and a roll bar. Regardless, it was a good candidate for restoration — it had no rust.

2. Quarter Ton Vehicles (Jeeps, etc.)

Finding Your Own WWII Jeep

By William Leslie
Nov 13, 2019

After two convoys in a WWII Jeep, Gil saw the appeal of closed-cab M37. He finally found one and drove it in the Route 66 Convoy. This was his setup, photographed somewhere in New Mexico

'Convoy Conestoga'

By Gil Snyder
Nov 13, 2019

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