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I have been asking around about this issue I am having with my scout car, and I am hoping I can find the answer here. My scout starts up and runs smooth, but the 2 most rear cylinders (the 2 closest to the firewall) are dead. I have a good strong blue spark on all new plugs, timed correctly...

The transmission in my WC-54 is pretty worn out. I am not the only one who drives the truck, and some of the family has not fully grasped the art of double clutching... My question is, is it possible to take the transmission out of a Dodge M-37 and use that? I will keep my old transmission and...

The water pump case on my scout car cracked today while attempting to pull the impeller off. Does anyone have a line on where I can get another one? I have the earlier style open kind, with the packing nut. Or is there a credible cast iron welder that anyone knows of that would be able to take a...

Just thought I would reach out here first. I bought a Ford GTB (Burma Jeep) in Post Falls, Idaho, and need to get it shipped up to MN. I can specify the location and address to whoever may be interested and or able to haul the truck. Weight is around 7,000 pounds, truck does not run but should...

Anybody have any experience with the following. On my WC-54 I am able to upshift through the gears with no issues. I am unable to downshift, even with double clutching, gears just grind so to avoid any damage I can only down shift, 3 to 2 or 4-3 when I am at rest or moving very slowly. I am a...

Hello all, I am going through the front axle on my scout car, and I would like to rebuild most of it while I have it apart. My question is, What are the seals for the axle, and where is their location. Before I tore down the front axle, it looked like I had some heavy grease or possible oil...

I just got my WC-54 put back together, and I have been having a problem with the oil pressure. I did not have the engine rebuilt, as I was informed it checked out OK by the previous owner. The truck burns a little oil, but nothing too bad, so I know the engine has some wear on it. Still has...

Hey all, So, I have been getting the Scout all tuned up for a upcoming car show, and I keep running into the same problem. When the engine gets to operating temp, the clutch does not want to stop spinning. This problems only seems to happen when trying to go from neutral into gear. When the...

Does anyone have a image they could forward me of the bracket that holds the Passenger seat to the body for a WC-54? I have two brackets which are identical. They fit the drivers seat, however the passenger seat has a bar the seat attaches to. I am hoping if I can see what it looks like I can...

Looking for any tips or tricks to replacing door glass in a WC-54. I have removed the handles and inside panel. I presume the glass needs to come out through the top, however I thought I would see if anyone with previous experience would weigh in. thanks,

I am in the process of restoring a WC-54. On the passenger side of the vehicle there is a strip of wood, about 4ft by 3in. mounted above the rear wheel forward. I have looked at multiple photos of completed WC-54 and in only one do I see this wood strip. Can anyone tell me what this is for...

Just completed a tune up on my 24 volt M-37. I was hoping to check the Point settings. I have a dwell meter, however it is for a 12volt system. Does anyone know if a 24 volt units are available?

I have read my manuals on the scout car and do not see how to adjust the clutch. Wondering if anyone knows the procedure. After first road test the scout car the clutch was not fully disengaging. thanks,

Is there a proper way to test a mechinal fuel pump prior to installing it? Current pump did not work, removed and overhauled with a neoprene rebuild kit. When I activate the lever I can not feel any suction, however ,I am not sure if I need to plug both input and output? Do I need to plug the...

I am trying to start my project vehicle, white scout car, and I am wondering if I need to prime the fuel pump as this is the ifirst time I have had fuel in the tanks. The pump is not passing fuel to the carb. Motor fires if I pour gas into the carb. Is there a process to prime the pump? Thanks,

I am looking to see if anyone has any advice on adjusting brakes with a vehicle that has a brake booster. Restoration was just completed, M1A1 Scout Car, and I have not attempted to start the engine yet. I attempted to adjust the brakes by first bleeeding all the lines, verified master...

I am putting the finishing touches on my Scout Car Restoration project. When I purchaced the vehicle, it came with a BC-659 Radio & Transmitter. Does anyone know where or how this radio would be mounted in the M3A1 Scout car. I have looked through all my reference material and am not sure...

I would like to ask what is probably a simple question. I want to change out the plugs on my M151. They are the water proof type. Am I correct that the plug screws out of the attached pipe end and if so are there any hints in getting the plug off with out cracking it. I have had no luck so...

I am currently completing a frame off restoration of a 1940 White Scout Car. I am wondering if anyone knows where I can locate a tailpipe and associated hangers for this vehicle. Currently I have everything upto and including the muffler. Any assistance would be appreciated.