WC51/52 to WC62/63 question

[citizensoldier]

Is the front end on the Dodge WC62/63's exactly the same as the WC51/52 trucks? Same frame rail size? Same front springs? Are both vehicles geared the same? I see the WC's are 3 inches wider than the M37 frame and axle mounts. Any info on the difference between the two would be most appreciated.

 

[Barneyszoo]

Try a place called Vintage Power Wagons, think there in Iowa. They might be able to tell you.

 

[WolfWalking]

The answer is yes, the majority of the parts on the 3/4 and 1 1/2 tons are the same. In fact, the heavier upgrades in the 62/63 were incorporated into the 3/4 tons, i.e. ring and pinion. So specs for the parts are the same after 43'. If you can, get the Ordnance Supply Catalog for the 3/4 ton, I have the ORD 9 SNL G-507 for the 1 1/2 tons, we can cross reference parts if you like.

Or wait, which way are you looking to go, 3/4 to 1 1/2, or 1 1/2 to 3/4 ton? Or am I just confusing myself, which is easily done nowadays.

 

[citizensoldier]

I have a WC 62 rear suspension, tranfer case, and frame that was cut off behind the cab. My intention was to build a 6x6 M37 but the frames and axle width are not the same. So I am just checking on some specs. Weighing my options as they say.

 

[WolfWalking]

The M37 was designed from the ground up, all new specs. Your idea sounds interesting, might be interesting to see if it works, good luck.

Now they did work on a prototype for an airlifted 1 1/2 ton, has the field break behind the cab. You could consider that as a possibility for the match up. Corresponding plates bolted together, braces, and such.

 

[marlin_gunner]

WC37 6x6 mod

Well, since this is going to be a resto-mod, why not go a bit wild. Have you seen the flex frame setups? The whole point is to put a pivot in the middle of the frame. This is a way of hooking up two different frame widths.

 

[Bill W]

I have the book it was put out by portrayl press awhile back for the Dodge trucks ( Mil & Civie ) interchanges 1941-1971