Jesse Browning
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The hold downs for the splash shield are different than the seat hold downs. I think they are just longer, but have never had an original to examine.
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Almost all the parts on this weasel were in remarkably nice shape. Other than one missing seal, one missing key, and some of the outer washers inside the wheels, they were in great shape. The suspension bolts were nice shape also. None were plugged as on previous restoration.
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Weasel parts available for sale.
Jesse Browning replied to Jesse Browning's topic in Buy, Sell, Trade
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It has nicest fuel tank Ive seen on any WWII vehicle.
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Will have data plates, and stretcher foot pockets
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It will have complete rudder system.
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We will be completing an M29C weasel in a few weeks. The hull was stripped and sandblasted. All suspension was dissassembled, cleaned, repaired if needed. Engine torn down. Float tanks reskined. Has all floor sections, winch parts, skirts. Engine section partitions. Original sprockets like new. New rubber on sprocket wheels. All other rubber in nice shape. One track has 3 repairs. The other track is intact. One seat. No wipers. Starting at about $35k US. It’s easier to email picture to interested parties. It will go on Milweb when finished.
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Not sure of the number. It’s the one that goes in the M-3 halftrack.
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Earlier there was discussion about the hat channel under the fuel tank. Your add reminded me to respond. I think the cutout was so there wouldn’t be a pressure point on the stud for the electric fuel pump that came later.
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They’re still there. $45 per wheel. I thought about buying a few but have no use for them now. It always happens that way. A halftrack pedestal, cradle, and can holder fell into my lap now that I dont have anything to put it in.
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The half track, scout car, and even the radial engine in the Sexton used the same basic fuel pump. Anyone know of a source for just the diaphragms?
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That’s what I say, but not what I do.
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You might check a set of bogey seals And bearings to see how they are. Unless you drive it in sand or water every day the seals aren’t that important. Just keeps them greased up. I wouldn’t spend any time resurfacing the idler wheels when they are available on ebay for $45 NOS. That cheaper than I paid 6 years ago to have a set resurfaced.
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I would see how it steers before you tear down the diff. That a lot of work.
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Dave. Do you have the data plate with the raised characters on the rear right of the bulkhead? I have data plate 433 that came with some parts years ago.
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I have found that it doesn’t matter what temperature the metal is, as long as the paint is warm. Have been seen with 4 cans of spray paint in my shirt to keep them warm. After the unpleasant task of putting on the COLD respirator when its 15 degrees in the barn, I have to be careful not to drip the condensation onto the work.
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The big, heavy plates need not be used to secure the outer part of the band. Simpler, and just as effective with conveyor belt is some good graded bolts, fender washers, and good lock nuts. I built 3 sets of tracks since I restored my weasel, and had plans for the 4th type of design. Graded elevator bolts will work for the inside row of bolts, but are a pain to install.
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Nice work! It’s interesting how we differ on our approach. You did a lot of small area replacement. We chose to take a lot of measurements and replace entire sections, framework and all.
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Yes, they also refer to it as the new amphibious type, which it is not.
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They dipped them in something.
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Is there a point where we say “ just build a whole new hull from scratch”? Haven’t seen one yet, but it’s probably coming soon. Nice work.
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