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I like the set up. I have photos showing that mount in the back of the trucks. But, all the photos only show the artwork or a general view. Since I am essentially scratch-building a quad mount, would it be possible to get some dimensions from you? Such as height of the sides, overall width...

I am attempting to replicate a Quad 50 gun truck from Viet Nam. Originally, I was planning to use an M809-series 5-ton as I have been unable to find an M39-series 5-ton. However, I have learned that none of the M809-series trucks made it to Viet Nam. And, they would appear too late in the...

Thanks to everybody for the help. As of right now, due to other reasons, it is looking like the gun truck will be built on an M35 truck. It just comes down to economics at the present time. However, I am planning on obtaining an M809 series 5-ton wrecker, tractor, and expanso-van.

Howdy All! I am doing quite a bit of research on gun trucks in Viet Nam, and have this question: were any M809-series trucks ever used in Viet Nam? If so, which models? Also, were any used as gun trucks? I am trying to get to the point of actual construction, and have been having a hard...

Well, since you will be staying off the interstates, might I suggest a romp through northern Arizona and Northern New Mexico. Definitely a lot cooler than the desert Southwest. Points that come to mid are: Grand Canyon Shiprock Four Corners Tahoe Bottom of Boulder Dam Copper mines of Arizona...

What about 383 green? I know it is a slat color, but can it be glossed up?

Question for those who know more than me. What is a ballpark price to paint a deuce? Also, what about sand-blasting? I have located two trucks, but both are painted desert tan. After acquisition, I plan to paint them semi-gloss od and letter them for Viet Nam. Any help on this is greatly...