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If you're using it to pull out other's pick-ups, the M35A3 would probably be fine for that. The truck alone weighs nearly two times more than the typical pick-up, so I'd think low-gear rescues like that shouldn't be a problem. The problems I see associated with deuces and this kind of work is...

I solved that problem by getting a longer hose to go between the lock-on air chuck and the handheld inflator with built-in gauge. Now I can sit or stand comfortably anywhere within 25 feet of the wheel :) If the M35A3C is a done deal, the manual way to inflate and deflate the tires will...

It blows my mind that they'd put a hydraulic pump on the air compressor instead of using a PTO off the transmission, which has a blank covering gears for one. The AT1545 can be replaced with an AT545 that's very common, and there's instructions in the maintenance TMs for making the swap...

An M35A3C with winch? That's a nice score! I wish mine had at least drop sides :p You want TM9-2320-386-24-1, which is two volumes. Those books have the attached troubleshooting procedures as well as instructions for working on the winch. You can download the PDF versions either here or at...

One other thing - if you haven't already, I strongly recommend that you download the TMs for your truck from the appropriate TM board on this site. They will show you all the different components necessary for your truck to stop and go. The lubrication order not only goes over oil types and...

If you're referring to the big box in the picture, that's the transfer case. Somewhat technically it's referred to as a divorced transfer case because it is separated from the transmission and connected via drive shaft. The transfer case on a regular deuce provides a high and low range in...

I wouldn't bother with 3D printing models for something like that, but that's just me. I'd start with a drawing of how you want to lay your truck out. My wife and I were considering buying a school bus to convert to an RV and we started out with a piece of paper with a floor plan on it. If...

Good eye! I see now that it has the same number of stake pockets on the bed as an M35A2. @Gmcfullsize I'd check the data plates in the cab in person if possible to confirm what they are. I'm thinking either someone fatfingered the model in the truck's listing, or data plates were swapped at...

I have nothing else to add here besides what everyone else has said except that the M36 is a rarer deuce. They're different from the M35 in which they have an extra long wheelbase with one dropside on the bed. I hope you don't plan on bobbing it, especially since I know some members here will...

I definitely agree that the deuce in the original post is overpriced. I'd think for $15000 you could get a nice 5-ton or some flavor of FMTV you can drive home. I'm not familiar with the former military truck prices in Texas, though. Maybe because everyone and their dog down there has at...

Based on what I've seen listed in classifieds across Craigslist and Facebook, old 5-tons in this condition are being listed for $3000-$5000, depending on how driveable they are. If it doesn't run or needs better tires to move, someone would have to be able to tow a 20000 lb truck if selling it...

Thank you! One of the things that encouraged me to start this project aside from dry-rotted tires was seeing the documentation of others who did it before me. There was a lengthy thread from awhile ago showing that it was safe to switch from 14.5R20s to 395/85R20s with M35A3 rims, and another...

@pick i suggest going to google.com and pasting this into the search bar: Site:steelsoldiers.com ky deuce title And you can modify the search as needed :)

According to the lube order, yes. The LO calls it an "Accessory Drive Pulley".

Thanks for the explanation! I have a Cat 3116 in my M35A3 and it seems to work the opposite you describe. When I first start the truck, it has no air in the system and the fan freewheels, so I think air is needed to actuate the clutch to engage the fan. The fan clutch is a grease point on my...

I'm half-way done! It's amazing how much difference 3" of diameter makes between these tires! 50 psi 395 next to 45 psi 14.5 (365).

I'm sad because I wanted an M813 as my first truck :p I'd still like a 5-ton because I like the proportions of those trucks more than the deuces. But there's benefits working with the smaller deuces for sure. Good luck on your clutch repair!

This is the second deuce I've read about in three days that had a drivetrain failure when pulling something probably heavier than it should. Data plates have capacity limits for a good reason, so take it easy and be safe! I think next time you pull you should bring a 5-ton instead ;)

I actually like that look and the singled-out 5-tons rock it too on the tandem axles. But it may affect deuce rear wheel bearings but no effect when done with the 5-ton? :unsure:

I had to look one up because I'm not familiar with vintage tractor cabs. The Ford CL-9000 is definitely tall. I read someone referring to it as a "two-story Falcon" :p