Create an account Home  ·  ·  Forums  ·  ·  Articles  ·  ·  Downloads  ·  ·  Photo Gallery  
Login
Nickname

Password

Don't have an account yet? You can create one here.

Navigation
· Home
· Article Archive
· Article Submit
· Downloads
· FAQ
· Forums
· Members List
· Photo Gallery
· Private Messages
· Web Links
· Your Account

Search Articles



Forums

Wiper motor...which is the correct one?
Lead additive, one more question.
M31C mount with or without replica weapon
Backfire and Hesitation
Wanted: Steering column and shaft for M38-1952, or late CJ2A
2024 CT. MILITARY VEHICLE SHOW AND FLEA MARKET- JUNE 15,2024
Brake Line
How to link full size photos in posts
Clutch release bearing support cast tab for return spring
T90 case replacement required?

Willys M Jeeps Forums


willysmjeeps.com :: View topic - My new project: 1964 USMC M38a1
 Forum FAQForum FAQ   SearchSearch   UsergroupsUsergroups   ProfileProfile   Log in to check your private messagesLog in to check your private messages   Log inLog in 

My new project: 1964 USMC M38a1
Goto page 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8  Next
 
Post new topic   Reply to topic    willysmjeeps.com Forum Index -> Jeep Project Threads
View previous topic :: View next topic  
Author Message
wilfreeman
Member


Joined: Mar 13, 2006
Posts: 1079
Location: Richburg, SC

PostPosted: Thu Jan 05, 2017 8:18 am    Post subject: My new project: 1964 USMC M38a1 Reply with quote

Well, they're still out there! I found this 1964 "Army jeep" for sale on Craigslist about 85 miles away. Hauled it home yesterday. It starts with starting fluid - no big noises. Very complete - only a few accessories missing. One small area with rust in the passenger floorboard - none in the hat channels or triangular cowl braces! Came from the Darlington, SC Fire Dept , and kept under a shed by the current owner since 2005.

Will hopefully only take a few days to make it driveable (clean fuel tank and lines, replace pump, rebuild master cylinder, bleed fluid and replace). Bad weather coming this weekend and working, so will hopefully get to start on it next week. Will update here and on my blog https://wilfreeman.wordpress.com/1964-usmc-m38a1/ as I work on it.








_________________
Matt
1953 M38a1
1964 USMC M38a1
'51 USMC M100 trailer, '54 M100 trailer, '90 M101a1 trailer
Http://wilfreeman.wordpress.com (M38a1 build blog)
http://m38a1usmc.wordpress.com (USMC M38a1 rebuild blog)
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail Visit poster's website MSN Messenger
RICKG
Member


Joined: Aug 31, 2010
Posts: 1739
Location: SO IDAHO

PostPosted: Thu Jan 05, 2017 8:43 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Nice find Matt!
_________________
keep 'em rollin'
RICKG MC 51986 DOD 01-52, '50 CJ3a
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail
oilleaker1
Member


Joined: May 14, 2009
Posts: 971
Location: South Dakota

PostPosted: Thu Jan 05, 2017 4:46 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Very decent Marine corp. Jeep. Congrats. Oilly
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message
wilfreeman
Member


Joined: Mar 13, 2006
Posts: 1079
Location: Richburg, SC

PostPosted: Thu Jan 05, 2017 6:54 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks guys - I'm happy with it Razz so far! Been looking for a decent one that wouldn't break the bank. And the best part? My wife said instead of selling one or the other, just go ahead and build that shed I've been talking about for years and keep them BOTH! Guess I lucked out on the wife too!
_________________
Matt
1953 M38a1
1964 USMC M38a1
'51 USMC M100 trailer, '54 M100 trailer, '90 M101a1 trailer
Http://wilfreeman.wordpress.com (M38a1 build blog)
http://m38a1usmc.wordpress.com (USMC M38a1 rebuild blog)
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail Visit poster's website MSN Messenger
4x4M38
Member


Joined: May 30, 2014
Posts: 3440
Location: Texas Hill Country

PostPosted: Fri Jan 06, 2017 7:23 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Nice Matt!

Yes, marrying well doesn't always mean money!

That is a very clean anti-theft set up you have there. Is there
a pipe cap screwed into the side of the glove box wall?
_________________
Brian
1950 M38
MC11481
http://www.willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules.php?set_albumName=album372&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_album.php
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail
wilfreeman
Member


Joined: Mar 13, 2006
Posts: 1079
Location: Richburg, SC

PostPosted: Fri Jan 06, 2017 8:05 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

It looks like it is just a hasp type loop bolted to the dash Brian.
_________________
Matt
1953 M38a1
1964 USMC M38a1
'51 USMC M100 trailer, '54 M100 trailer, '90 M101a1 trailer
Http://wilfreeman.wordpress.com (M38a1 build blog)
http://m38a1usmc.wordpress.com (USMC M38a1 rebuild blog)
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail Visit poster's website MSN Messenger
4x4M38
Member


Joined: May 30, 2014
Posts: 3440
Location: Texas Hill Country

PostPosted: Fri Jan 06, 2017 9:51 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Yeah, sorry. Mixed subjects.

Somebody did a nice job installing the hasp on the shifter rod.

I meant look and see if there is a pipe cap screwed in the side of
the glove box wall. I've seen references to the Marines putting a
pipe cap in the glove box to screw the $&% housing plug into for
storage.
_________________
Brian
1950 M38
MC11481
http://www.willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules.php?set_albumName=album372&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_album.php
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail
wilfreeman
Member


Joined: Mar 13, 2006
Posts: 1079
Location: Richburg, SC

PostPosted: Fri Jan 06, 2017 4:54 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Yeah, kinda redneckish! I'll look about the pipe cap - that's a cool idea too !
_________________
Matt
1953 M38a1
1964 USMC M38a1
'51 USMC M100 trailer, '54 M100 trailer, '90 M101a1 trailer
Http://wilfreeman.wordpress.com (M38a1 build blog)
http://m38a1usmc.wordpress.com (USMC M38a1 rebuild blog)
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail Visit poster's website MSN Messenger
4x4M38
Member


Joined: May 30, 2014
Posts: 3440
Location: Texas Hill Country

PostPosted: Fri Jan 06, 2017 8:16 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

The shifter rod installation looks pretty nice!
_________________
Brian
1950 M38
MC11481
http://www.willysmjeeps.com/v2/modules.php?set_albumName=album372&op=modload&name=gallery&file=index&include=view_album.php
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail
DaveM38A1
Member


Joined: Oct 28, 2008
Posts: 99
Location: Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina

PostPosted: Sat Jan 07, 2017 7:09 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Good find.
I'm re-creating my dad's USMC M38A1 he had in Vietnam. Love those USMC Jeeps. Looks like Denton show is on again this April. Hope to see you there. I will be interested to see your progress and to get some information on what should be on the USMC version.


Dave
_________________
1955 M38A1
1964 CJ5
1968 M274 Pepe'
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message
wilfreeman
Member


Joined: Mar 13, 2006
Posts: 1079
Location: Richburg, SC

PostPosted: Sat Jan 07, 2017 7:25 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

It will be there - painted or not. How are you coming along on yours?
_________________
Matt
1953 M38a1
1964 USMC M38a1
'51 USMC M100 trailer, '54 M100 trailer, '90 M101a1 trailer
Http://wilfreeman.wordpress.com (M38a1 build blog)
http://m38a1usmc.wordpress.com (USMC M38a1 rebuild blog)
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail Visit poster's website MSN Messenger
DaveM38A1
Member


Joined: Oct 28, 2008
Posts: 99
Location: Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina

PostPosted: Sat Jan 07, 2017 5:43 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Seems like so many other things have taken my time lately. I have all the parts to rebuild the engine and patch panels made up for the rust repair. I got a new TIG welder to weld up the patch panels, practicing with that, but have had very little time in the garage lately.

More to do at work has put a lot of things on the back burner. Oh, well 9 years and I can retire.

Looking forward to making more progress.

Everything I work on on that M38A1 needs a total rebuild plus lots of past bubba work. Worked out the hood and it now looks good, repaired lots of the floor boards. Brakes are in great shape now and I added silicone brake fluid.
Slow progress.
Looking forward to the Denton show and any more close by.
See you there.

Dave
_________________
1955 M38A1
1964 CJ5
1968 M274 Pepe'
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message
wilfreeman
Member


Joined: Mar 13, 2006
Posts: 1079
Location: Richburg, SC

PostPosted: Sat Jan 07, 2017 6:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Slow progress is better than NO progress! It takes me forever to get anything done too (I'm still working on the m100).

I plan on being at Denton Fri - Sun as usual. This Jeep will be there finished our not. I plan on getting the mechanical done and maybe staying on the metal work - prob won't be painted by then.

See you there!
_________________
Matt
1953 M38a1
1964 USMC M38a1
'51 USMC M100 trailer, '54 M100 trailer, '90 M101a1 trailer
Http://wilfreeman.wordpress.com (M38a1 build blog)
http://m38a1usmc.wordpress.com (USMC M38a1 rebuild blog)
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail Visit poster's website MSN Messenger
wilfreeman
Member


Joined: Mar 13, 2006
Posts: 1079
Location: Richburg, SC

PostPosted: Sat Jan 14, 2017 8:27 am    Post subject: New blog about this Jeep Reply with quote

OK, so I had to start a new blog on this Jeep. The old one just wouldn't let me do what I wanted to as far as integrating the new page. I'm still trying to figure out the new theme, so forgive the mess!

Anyhow, here is the link:



http://m38a1usmc.wordpress.com
_________________
Matt
1953 M38a1
1964 USMC M38a1
'51 USMC M100 trailer, '54 M100 trailer, '90 M101a1 trailer
Http://wilfreeman.wordpress.com (M38a1 build blog)
http://m38a1usmc.wordpress.com (USMC M38a1 rebuild blog)


Last edited by wilfreeman on Sun Mar 19, 2017 6:54 pm; edited 1 time in total
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail Visit poster's website MSN Messenger
wilfreeman
Member


Joined: Mar 13, 2006
Posts: 1079
Location: Richburg, SC

PostPosted: Tue Jan 31, 2017 9:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

So far, I've gotten the gas tank cleaned and painted, gas tank well and driver floorboard painted, battery box and trays cleaned/primed/rubberized, dash removed/stripped/painted, gauge cluster painted, dash installed, passenger floorboard stripped/primed/painted.


Tomorrow I plan on stripping the rest of the interior and priming/painting. Maybe even doing a little mechanical work. I still have a skip and exhaust leak. I also have to replace the exhaust (I have the pipe and muffler already), and rebuild the bellcrank.
_________________
Matt
1953 M38a1
1964 USMC M38a1
'51 USMC M100 trailer, '54 M100 trailer, '90 M101a1 trailer
Http://wilfreeman.wordpress.com (M38a1 build blog)
http://m38a1usmc.wordpress.com (USMC M38a1 rebuild blog)
Back to top
View user's profile Send private message Send e-mail Visit poster's website MSN Messenger
Display posts from previous:   
Post new topic   Reply to topic    willysmjeeps.com Forum Index -> Jeep Project Threads All times are GMT - 6 Hours
Goto page 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8  Next
Page 1 of 8

 
Jump to:  
You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot vote in polls in this forum

Powered by phpBB © 2001 phpBB Group
Forums ©

 



PHP-Nuke Copyright © 2005 by Francisco Burzi. This is free software, and you may redistribute it under the GPL. PHP-Nuke comes with absolutely no warranty, for details, see the license.