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by refit1701
Thu May 26, 2016 6:40 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: Finally a 1:35 M37 Model!
Replies: 21
Views: 3339

Re: Finally a 1:35 M37 Model!

My two kits arrived. Looks pretty good at a glance. I want to build my AF truck but there appears to be no decals for modernish USAF lettering in that scale or in yellow. I see people wanting resin tires for them, any tire for a WWII 3/4 ton Dodge should be OK.
by refit1701
Fri May 06, 2016 4:16 pm
Forum: Technical group
Topic: New windshield fit problem
Replies: 2
Views: 525

Re: New windshield fit problem

I think when we installed mine we spent a lot of time on the alignment. We eventually decided that the washers on the locking arms were too thick. Those rubber flaps are awfully stiff and I remember having to push the insert towards the cab will my buddy latched it. We left it like this for a while ...
by refit1701
Fri Feb 26, 2016 4:06 am
Forum: Technical group
Topic: The M37's "Superior Brakes"
Replies: 28
Views: 3667

Re: The M37's "Superior Brakes"

You also have to take their claims in light of average highway speeds of the day. Most people putt-putting around in the country were doing 30ish, not screaming at 55mph at redlining their M37. Mine are fine at 25 to 30 and even when driving to a show across town I only run 40 to 45 and at that spee...
by refit1701
Sun Nov 29, 2015 8:14 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: My M37
Replies: 14
Views: 2275

Re: My M37

Very nice! Good work!
by refit1701
Sat Oct 10, 2015 1:40 pm
Forum: Builders Blog
Topic: My 1953 Air Force M37 Build Blog
Replies: 93
Views: 24184

Re: My 1953 Air Force M37 Build Blog

Thanks! What do you want to see pics of?
by refit1701
Sat Oct 10, 2015 1:39 pm
Forum: Technical group
Topic: (ETW carb ISSUES!)
Replies: 6
Views: 1011

Re: (ETW carb ISSUES!)

If the idle screw does nothing, it might be running off the high speed circuit. What is the idle speed set to? I think it should be around 500 rpm. You really have to start at zero with the adjustments.
by refit1701
Wed Sep 09, 2015 2:37 am
Forum: Technical group
Topic: Exhaust Tailpipe Tip
Replies: 9
Views: 1310

Re: Exhaust Tailpipe Tip

I didn't originally have mine installed until someone pointed out that the paint near the pipe was distressed and the tire was very hot.
by refit1701
Wed Sep 09, 2015 2:34 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: Massive new Dodge book available at 2015 MVPA convention
Replies: 16
Views: 2394

Re: Massive new Dodge book available at 2015 MVPA convention

My set came in last week and I am still just looking at the photos...a huge resource for Dodge fans. We all should be buying David a beer.
by refit1701
Sun Aug 16, 2015 5:53 pm
Forum: Technical group
Topic: OD Canvas
Replies: 10
Views: 1170

Re: OD Canvas

That truck is so cool, it made the kid pass out! 8)
by refit1701
Sun Aug 16, 2015 5:50 pm
Forum: Swap Meet
Topic: List of M37 parts for sale some on Ebay
Replies: 13
Views: 2662

Re: List of M37 parts for sale some on Ebay

RIP, DAP. We will miss you.
by refit1701
Sun Aug 16, 2015 5:48 pm
Forum: Soap box
Topic: RIP DAP
Replies: 9
Views: 1609

Re: Rest in Peace DAP

RIP, DAP.

Prayers for the family.
by refit1701
Sat Jul 25, 2015 4:41 am
Forum: General M37
Topic: A little more progress
Replies: 6
Views: 1028

Re: A little more progress

You should have left some clutter around the frame. That pic could have been photoshopped. Nice job on the paint though!
by refit1701
Fri May 22, 2015 5:28 pm
Forum: Technical group
Topic: M37 driveline drag
Replies: 8
Views: 1096

Re: M37 driveline drag

It's the weight and the gearing. With lockout hubs, I can coast down a fairly steep grade and not speed up enough to worry about not stopping. This is why you should be using the transmission to brake the engine on steep hills.
by refit1701
Sun Apr 26, 2015 2:06 pm
Forum: General M37
Topic: Name that water leak!
Replies: 8
Views: 1325

Re: Name that water leak!

You need thread sealant on all the bolts that pass through a water jacket.