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Old Feb 13, 2010 | 08:56 PM
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Default 1942 Dodge WC-53 Carryall.

hmmmm. let me try and get some 'order'
1942 dodge wc-53
the below pic is my truck, before i owned it.


1989 cummins 4bt rebuilt stock
1998 4l80e w/compushift
np241 transfer case clocked flat
high-angle drivelines.
dodge dana 60 front 4.88 w/arb air locker
14 bolt rear disc brakes and 4.88 w/arb air locker
stock suspension on chevy 8 lug alcoa aluminum rims on michelin xl 38.6" tires
vintage air a/c
power windows on all 6
milemarker hydraulic winch
moon-roof

22" ground clearance under the frame
20.5" ground clearance under the transmission crossmember.

beside driveshafts, springs and the axle, nothing hangs down

even on the 'hottest' days the a/c WILL cycle the fan off. i have plenty of cooling!

ill try and get some engine pics tomorrow
more pictures at this link: MCINFANTRY WC-53, Click for more photos

 

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Old Feb 13, 2010 | 09:02 PM
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welcome to diesel bombers and that is a really nice rig there and why dont you go here to introduce yourself Diesel Bombers Introduction - Diesel Bombers
 
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Old Feb 13, 2010 | 09:08 PM
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done.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 11:20 AM
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That thing is awesome!
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 02:34 PM
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engine compartment
Engine Compartment, Click for more photos

 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 02:51 PM
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OMG! I LOOOOOVE IT!!! That thing is SICK!
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 02:59 PM
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i had NO room for an air filter so i am using a K&N apollo with the cold air intake built in in front of the radiator.



 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 03:22 PM
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Awsome !! best/first HD SUV !!!I want one !!!....any idea where I can find a good one ?
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 06:10 PM
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That thing is badass! Great job!
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by njneer1
Awsome !! best/first HD SUV !!!I want one !!!....any idea where I can find a good one ?
if you are serious, i come across them from time to time. $3500~ $60,000 is the range..... LOL thy only made 8000+ in 1942.
 
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