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  1. Junkyard Wars Crusher

    M342a2 factory dump truck is now home

    That u-channel seems to look like the one in some of the pictures posted by 11Echo. However, be sure to check the dimensions of the rectangular pockets in the bedside. Mine are under 3" x 1 1/2". The part shown in your link is too big to fit without modification. You will need to cut...
  2. Junkyard Wars Crusher

    M342a2 factory dump truck is now home

    Here is the previously mentioned drawing I made for a potential side board post. It is a formed sheet metal channel that would still allow the use of bows and cover. The cross section dimensions will permit easy insertion into the stake pockets yet still allow staves (bow vertical member) to be...
  3. Junkyard Wars Crusher

    M342a2 factory dump truck is now home

    Wow Ron, You have quite the collection of 342 pics. I recognize some of those, but not all. I found a stock steel channel that was almost the right size. Had to grind quite a bit to get to fit. They are difficult to install and remove. I made a drawing of a formed channel from sheet steel. It...
  4. Junkyard Wars Crusher

    M342a2 factory dump truck is now home

    Interesting, . . . it looks as if your replacement engine has a "D" turbo, but the exhaust is a N/A type (skinny stack and muffler under the cab) . Mine was originally a N/A also. Is your data plate there? Is it a '66 Kaiser-Jeep model? Here is an illustration of the spare tire carrier.
  5. Junkyard Wars Crusher

    M342a2 factory dump truck is now home

    How are your metal fabrication/welding skills? I have looked at this tailgate many times, and it is very basic. If you are looking for a utilitarian replacement and not concerned with authenticity, you could make a suitable facsimile. The frame could be made from square tubing. The bottom...
  6. Junkyard Wars Crusher

    M342a2 factory dump truck is now home

    I know of a brand new tire carrier main saddle for sale. I'll send you the info.
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