Author Topic: M2 FS in Minnesota  (Read 8203 times)

Tapper02

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1942 Diamond T M3 Halftrack
  (Being restored to an M3A1 configuration)
  Frame Number M31789
  Ordnance Number 3692
  Hood Number USA W403570-S
1944 Schelm Bros. M10 Ammunition Trailer
  Serial Number 16959
MVPA # 30507

steve-0

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Re: M2 FS in Minnesota
« Reply #1 on: November 25, 2011, 11:49:07 AM »
thats not a bad halftrack.
has alot of good stuff. looks like its missing the data plate (no big deal). im not sure how much value i would put on nos tracks from the 40s  but definitely worth something.



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Serial number 232905.  Engine runs.  Needs a new fuel pump, currently running on an electric one.  Rebuilt card installed, new plugs, points, condenser and rotor.  Has all the original shielded wiring for the distributor, including the upper and lower can.  All the sides are not armor, just sheet metal.  All original rear floor and rear crossmember.  2 original used fuel tanks with shields included.  One set of NOS USA made Goodyear track also included.  Pedestal mount is NOT included.  I may also have some instrumentation that I can add.  Great starter track! Since these pictures were taken, I have added some extra parts to complete the cut pieces on the floor and several other parts as well. Extra combat wheel also included.  No title, bill of sale only.
Payment by cash or cashiers check drawn on a US bank unless prior arrangements are made.  Payment must be made within 5 days of auction close.  Removal must be within 30 days of auction close unless arranged otherwise. 
I can arrange shipping anywhere in the world for you.  If you have questions or want to discuss shipping, you can ring me at 952-440-8778 between 8 am and 8 pm CST Monday thru Saturday.





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Re: M2 FS in Minnesota
« Reply #2 on: November 25, 2011, 12:31:40 PM »
I think the price is pretty fair for what you will be getting.

steve-0

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Re: M2 FS in Minnesota
« Reply #3 on: November 25, 2011, 11:36:47 PM »
it also has the original doors and windshield armor  if im not mistaken

FrankUSMC

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Re: M2 FS in Minnesota
« Reply #4 on: November 26, 2011, 08:07:02 AM »
Steve
Did Goodyear only make tracks during WWII? The tracks on my M2 where made by Goodrich and I "think" they where made in 1969, as they look very new compared to the rest of the M2. I just went outside to check the date I had seen, but the the tracks are covered in leaves, it's cold, and I have not had my second cup of joe. This Mairne is becoming a weenie in his old age......
One of the few, Frank USMC RET

WayOffTrack

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Re: M2 FS in Minnesota
« Reply #5 on: November 26, 2011, 09:48:14 AM »
Windshield armor is not original, I asked already. JB got this track and several others out of Nebraska last spring and none of them had windshield armor. I think it is about the hardest piece of original armor to find except for pulpit armor.

spec4don

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Re: M2 FS in Minnesota
« Reply #6 on: November 26, 2011, 09:51:02 PM »
Frank one of my tracks has Annisten Arsonal embossed into the track. I thought that was interesting.

Don G.
1941 M2A1 not restored
1942 M3 Diamond T Mostly restored
1943 M3A1 Under restoration
1967 M51A2 Tractor
1945 WC 63 needs restoration
1967 M36 Long wheel base duece
1951 M135 GMC Fire truck conversion

steve-0

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Re: M2 FS in Minnesota
« Reply #7 on: November 26, 2011, 11:39:09 PM »
they may be later tracks, im not sure when goodyear stopped making them. i did find a set of nos tracks that where embossed Red Rock Arsenal" i think from the 50s but i dont remember who made them.

thanks clint.

FrankUSMC

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Re: M2 FS in Minnesota
« Reply #8 on: November 27, 2011, 06:34:10 PM »
There is other stampings in my tracks, I will check them out and get back to yall....or maybe just start a post on track markings?
One of the few, Frank USMC RET

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Re: M2 FS in Minnesota
« Reply #9 on: November 29, 2011, 11:46:12 AM »
reserve not met at $5600

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Re: M2 FS in Minnesota
« Reply #10 on: November 29, 2011, 03:35:08 PM »
I and a few other Canadians were willing to bid on this, ad stated he shipped worldwide. When contacted he said no????

reserve not met at $5600
1943 M4A1 (restored to M2A1)