Texas M-38 and New Member

Investig8

As requested, I have uploaded some photos of the good, the bad and the ugly of my new project now affectionately called "The Admiral".

http://www.willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules.php?set_albumName=Investig8&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_album.php
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Dennis Haas
1953 M-37
1952 M-38

Investig8 · Posted: Thu Dec 23, 2021 1:18 pm Post subject:

My M-38 was owned by a ranch owner in Central Texas after its life in the military and Texas National Guard, so it has not title. The great State of Texas has required that an inspection is required of the "assembled and complete" vehicle. Hence putting it together before tearing it apart...

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Dennis Haas
1953 M-37
1952 M-38

RonD2 · Posted: Thu Dec 23, 2021 2:06 pm Post subject:

Hi Dennis,
Had to do the same inspection in South Carolina to get a Title. No cost, no big deal, the inspector (lady) was pleasant and professional. She came to my home, looked, signed off on the paperwork, and I had a Title and Registration a few weeks later.

Putting it together before tearing it apart? I wish I had a nickel for every time I've done that on mine. Besides great practice, I found it breeds excellent familiarity not only with the jeep but the manuals too. As a rookie mechanic I need that.

Good luck!
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Ron D.
1951 M38 Unknown Serial Number
1951 M100 Dunbar Kapple 01169903 dod 5-51

“The only good sports car that America ever made was the Jeep."
--- Enzo Ferrari

Investig8 · Posted: Sun Jan 09, 2022 4:19 pm Post subject:

Well, I found this today under a pile of crap in the back of the jeep... This should be fun!

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Dennis Haas
1953 M-37
1952 M-38

Investig8 · Posted: Fri Feb 11, 2022 3:22 pm Post subject: Body tubs

Initial inspection of my body tub after unloading and reassembling as required for title, there is quite a bit of rust through in the floor area. I am thinking that a replacement tub will probably be the best and in the long run, cheapest avenue for me to pursue. Any comments, recommendations would be helpful as I see there are many different suppliers and pricing.
Thanks,
Dennis
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Dennis Haas
1953 M-37
1952 M-38

Pierre · Posted: Fri Feb 11, 2022 6:56 pm Post subject:

Hey Dennis,

no experience with new tubs yet but from what I've read SGI tubs from Debella seems to be best in the business for accuracy, fit and attention to detail.
When the time comes, I'll most definitely will be ordering body parts from Debella's.
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Pierre H.

full restoration in progress
1952 M38 MC60228

Investig8 · Posted: Thu Jul 21, 2022 7:10 am Post subject:

Good Morning All...
Finally received my title a short time ago after several months of DMV and Bonding Companies so now the fun begins. I've decided to use a local metal fabricator to replace the floor in my tub, I just really wanted to keep the original tub. He did some work on my M-37 which I was very happy with. Clean and power washed the engine, trans, transfer case and frame and now have the engine stripped down and ready to go to the machine shop. Waiting on my $89 engine hoist from China.... which might be interesting Confused

Here are a few photos for your viewing pleasure...

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Dennis Haas
1953 M-37
1952 M-38

rgmutchler · Posted: Thu Jul 21, 2022 2:50 pm Post subject:

Dennis for what it is worth if you need a new floor board or the whole floor board and firewall Mullins has NOS of both, The can be pricey but then so is labor for metal work.
Ralph
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R G Mutchler
M274A5
M-38 MC13312
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Investig8 · Posted: Thu Jul 21, 2022 3:54 pm Post subject:

Sorry for the tiny photos, thought I'd try to enlarge them a bit so you can actually see something Smile

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Dennis Haas
1953 M-37
1952 M-38

Investig8 · Posted: Sun Mar 19, 2023 1:22 pm Post subject:

Thought it was time for a few more photos...

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Dennis Haas
1953 M-37
1952 M-38

wesk · Posted: Sun Mar 19, 2023 1:28 pm Post subject:

You linked your thumb files not the larger photos:

I apparently I have lost my Admin Status by upper management, since I can no longer edit your posts, but I'll try to get your photos up anyway:

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Wes K
45 MB, 51 M38, 54 M37, 66 M101A1, 60 CJ5, 76 DJ5D, 47Bantam T3-C & 5? M100

Mjeeps photo album: http://www.willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules.php?set_albumName=Wes-Knettle&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_album.php

Investig8 · Posted: Mon Mar 20, 2023 6:53 am Post subject:

Thanks Wes, much better!!
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Dennis Haas
1953 M-37
1952 M-38

Xamon · Posted: Mon Mar 20, 2023 8:35 am Post subject:

Looking good.
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Carievale Saskatchewan Canada
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