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M37B1 fuel issue Yes, the hood and doors were sanded to see if I could make out the original markings. Was able to make out what looked like 1st battalion, 2nd Marines markings on door and some of the hood numbers. Runs perfect now.....finally!

Not long ago, I purchased a pristine M37B1 that had been stored indoors since 1988 with the exception of an occasional drive in the country. The problem was, it was allowed to sit for long periods of time with Ethanol gas in the lines and the previous owner was unaware of the affects it has on...

Congratulations, Captain! Thanks for your service. I bet you are looking forward to civilian life.

Hey Bikeman, You have the right company, just the wrong era. I was stationed with 8th ordnance during the cold war (1962 to 1965). We were attached to the 11th ACR before it went to Viet Nam. I was an Ordnance turret, artillery and small arms guy. At that time, the 11th ACR was responsible for...

I do wish I had more info on the truck. All I know right now is that the guy I bought it from had stored it in his temp controlled showroom from 1988 to 2014 when I bought it. He is an older guy and had little info on it. I asked several times but no joy. He couldn't recall a lot about buying...

Ken, Did you ever get the issue resolved? I had a similar problem and figured out a way to get my seals in. Problem was, the channel that held them was too wide in spots and would let the seal just fall out. I put up with it but am thinking about just crimping the channel to make it tighter. Let...

Thanks, Amer-Team I have sanded the doors and one side of the hood with some luck. The truck had been repainted once so not a real big deal. In posting the markings on SS the info has been ambiguous at best so I am going with what I think it is based on USMC info I found. It seems my truck was...

I want to thank all you guys for the great insight and for putting things in perspective for me. One thing no one touched on is registration and insurance. I registered it as had the previous owner as a Historical Vehicle. There are some restrictions like keeping it garaged when not in use and...

I have a really nice, 95% original, 1963 M37b1. There are some amazing restorations out there and I am hesitant to do anything to mine as it is in nearly the same condition it was in when purchased from the military surplus sometime in the late 70s to mid 80s. The temptation to add a few things...

I don't own a deuce (have an M37b1) but sure recall the many times I rode in one. One of the memories that comes to mind was when I was stationed in Germany (ordnance attachment to 11th Armored Cavalry Reg patrolling the Czech border). My first winter there was the coldest they had had in 100...

T, Is this it? http://www.g741.org/Specifications.html

Thanks Gerrycan! I had seen those designs before and came to the same conclusion you did. The letter 'C" is my biggest stumbling block. That said, the only place I find the Marines or any branch of the service using a blue background, like the markings on my truck, is in war games or...

Thanks again, Steve, for your taking the time to make the graphic! Much appreciated. The only change is, the letter and numbers are white. Hopefully, some "old" Marine will see it and say "I know that unit!" and post a response. The vehicle was surpluses by the USMC around the southern area...

Thanks for the info Steve. It is amazing how difficult it is to find much out on Marine tac markings. I've written to two USMC museums. Only one responded saying they didn't have any info on MVs after WWII. I think I am taking all the info I can find and drawing my own conclusions about the...

I have not seen any mention of a standard, first echelon, operators tool kit for M37s. I know vehicles had them issued as standard equipment but cannot seem to find them either NOS or replicas. Any thoughts or sources for same? Perhaps I am just not looking hard enough.

Just purchased a well preserved M37 rigged for the Marines. Sanded doors and discovered tactical markings on both doors. If anyone can help me ID the unit I would be most appreciative. I believe the square represents the 2nd Marine Division. Description: Baby Blue square, approx 5 X 5 inches...

I recently purchased my first M37 and want to keep it as original as possible. It is a 1963 Marine vehicle. By gently sanding the doors, I was able to uncover its original tac markings. It is a baby blue square, about 6"x 6" with the numbers 12 stenciled in white, near the center and the letter...