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I ordered a copy of the TM 9-8022 from these guys http://www.tm-ww2.com/. The price was $14.95.

Looking good. Is the bed sub-frame made of metal or wood?

I never saw the need for air assist steering any of the M35s I have owned. As long as you are rolling they steer pretty easy, also I make it a point to never crank the wheel unless I am rolling on all of my vehicles.

If it runs and stops, I would say yes...Its a good starter truck. The headache rack looks like motor pool special to me.

That is a cool family tradition!

You may want to consider purchasing a coolant tester. They are inexpensive and come in handy in situations like yours.2cents

Excellent job!! I hope to do the same thing to my M47.

Bought an M47, had is hauled home and got it licensed.

Roger that....A hard top is on my list of must have items...A personnel heater is on the list too.

Thanks...Let me know what you want pics and measurements of and I will PM them to you. I would like to see detailed pics of the tool box and spare mount when you get a chance.

TacticalTruck - Nice looking M47!

FWIW - If there is any way you can hang on to your M59, I would encourage you to do so, even if you cannot start the restoration until few years down the road. I do not plan on starting the restoration of my newly acquired beauty until next spring.

More pic...Sorry about the duplicate in the previous post.

Here are some more pictures of the M47....It also has a dual output PTO and the control valve for fording kit on the air cleaner canister About the only things I may change from original are to install an air shift transfer case and put a winch on the front end.

The top is a custom plywood affair with a sheetmetal top and a little bit of dry rot.

Yes, I plan to restore it to its original configuration.

hndrsonj - Thanks for the info on the spare tire rack. Weather permitting, I will post more pics tomorrow and I will definitely include one of the data plate.

When I sold my 86 M35A2C three weeks ago I had no idea I would be replacing it so soon. Anyway, I have always wanted a 2.5 ton dump and when this beauty showed up on craigslist I just had to buy it. It is a 1951 REO M47 that runs, but need a complete restoration. I figure it will be a 5 year...

That is a sweet looking ride! [thumbzup]

While you are at it, I would suggest verifying that the axle vents are working properly.2cents