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  1. M215

    Moving my M3 halftrack in the snow

    Hey Don, I have noticed the variant on your frame before, that is one weird / mutant set up. Could be different for the GMC, I never had a chance to check one out. Any chance the brace could be off an International?
  2. M215

    Moving my M3 halftrack in the snow

    Your serial number puts your halftrack around late 42 production. Our M2 was rebuilt into a M2A1 Serial #2754XX production date approx 5/43. I can't explain your data plate being marked M3. You can decide to restore your track as an M2 (w / skate rail) or M2A1 (w / pulpit ring mount). If you...
  3. M215

    Moving my M3 halftrack in the snow

    Possibly incorrect data plate? Look at the LH frame rail outside surface above the front drive axle, the serial number will be stamped there. White used numbers only, 6 digit serial # starting with 2. Autocar serial numbers will start with M2-serial #. Diamond T did not manufacture M2 or M2A1...
  4. M215

    Moving my M3 halftrack in the snow

    Looking at pictures of your track's frame, looks like you have an M2 or M2A1. The frame is overall 10" shorter, wrap around rear idler braces and close spacing of the two rear cross members are the visible differences. What does your data plate say and is it a White or Autocar?
  5. M215

    Moving my M3 halftrack in the snow

    Could your front axle or front brake shoes be locked up? Unusual for it be that difficult to maneuver. I had ours at a show once where the ground was mud, the track only wanted to travel straight without the front drive engaged. Nice starting point, stand back and watch your wallet hemorrhage...
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