M38a1 hood numbers Serial number plate behind passenger seat reads MC71029. I was able to find the hood numbers. net Uncovered my M38A1 Hood Numbers Goto page 1, 2 Next willysmjeeps. CJ-5: 1st mass-produced civilian jeep with round fenders. cj-5/6/m38a1 m170/m606a2/a3: call: t/o: 688410 Home for all thing related to Willy Military Jeeps. Post by Jorge » Thu May 06, 2004 12:49 pm Do you know the original hood number? If not I have (previously) suggested using a hood number that starts as close as possible to what might have been correct, and I was just doing some research on the willysmjeeps database and came up with a possible hood number for you. Measures 35. 1953 the battery box is secured with a latch strap, the grille is fixed with one large bolt at the bottom center, two support rods are added to radiator and firewall, I'm trying to figure out what hood number to put on it. 13 posts • Page 1 of 1. These are the bumpers mounted on the top of the windshield frame. serial number 54776 = hood number 20989423 serial number 56084 = hood number 20990417 There isn't a perfect direct relationship between serial number and hood number, so you have to estimate a number using known ones that bracket 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. Marked Willys. '53 through at least June '54 (the database has few 1954 hood numbers M38A1 Serial Numbers YOUR Vehicle's History PLEASE READ! Due to the volume of emails I receive regarding the M38A1, I do not perform history searches for the vehicles. That The registration numbers (Hood numbers) were assigned to an entire contract batch of M38A1's by the Army. Price: $138. As far as I know there were no serial numbers stamped on the frame. Though I need to do a bit of research to confirm the chassis number, as the data plate and patent plates are different! I'll site the Registration Number 2" above the The last 6 digits of the hood number are the 'plate' There are some drawbacks With only 68-70 HP and 5:18 gears, top speed is 50mph and they really like 40-45. I ended up measuring 4″ from the bottom of the hood to the top of the numbers giving me a 2″ space below the numbers. Wes will probably be along here with the info from his great database, so I'll give you what I found on the one at m38a1. Home Up: The following text and scans have been taken from TB 746-93-1, "Color and Marking of Military Vehicles, Construction Equipment and Materials Handling Equipment" dated October 1964, Headquarters, Department of the Army. The last 6 digits of the hood number are the 'plate' There are some drawbacks With only 68-70 HP and 5:18 gears, top speed is 50mph and they really like 40-45. Hood numbers question. 16 posts 1; 2; Next; russellUK G-Private Posts: 6 Joined: Mon Oct 19, 2015 7:02 pm Location: M38A1 Serial numbers. It looks like at some point the hood may Steel Hood Fits 52-71 CJ-5, M38A1. The first serial number is: 50121, Delivered 5/53. It seems to be correct and falls in Technical Manual Operation M38A1 by Department of the Army. 1 Set- 1. 10 posts • Page 1 of 1. Samm38a1 G-Sergeant Major Posts: 160 Joined: Sat Aug 23, 2003 3:40 pm Location: Bozeman, Montana. com 1952 m38 Hope the pictures show up. I found the engine serial number and I am hoping someone with a lot more knowledge and experience is able to help me decipher what the letters/numbers mean. delta31 G-Corporal Posts: 15 Joined: Fri Mar 04, 2022 6:47 pm Location: New England. _____ David Manning 1952 M38A1, 1953 M38A1, 1954 M38-A1, 1952 M100 Photos on Page 10 of Members Albums. The tip of the "Y" in army is 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. chesty G-Sergeant Posts: 48 Joined: Tue May 01, 4 – MD67557 hood no. com Forum Index-> Technical Knowledge Base: View previous topic:: View next topic : Author Message; Mike_B Member Joined: Dec 10, 2017 Posts: 332 Location: Southern Maryland: 1953 M38A1 Brush Truck 1952 M38 1951 M100 Trailer: Back to top: w30bob Member Joined: Mar M38A1 under hood shovel mount pics. Post-war jeeps had the tire pressure painted on the rim of the fenders above the wheels (all 4). Re: GPW Serial Number and Hood Number List. G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical Knowledge Base; ↳ M38a1 Technical hood numbers. Her are the markings that are gong on it, but I need some help deciding which hood numbers to use. 49 CJ3A 51 M38 USNR (Ret) E-1 to O-4. Cuz G-Lieutenant General Posts: 6673 Joined: Fri Feb 23, 2007 8:26 pm ↳ M38a1 Technical Knowledge Base; ↳ M38, M38a1 Wanted; ↳ M38, M38a1 For Sale; ↳ M38, M38a1 This is the fifth of a five series video where Daryl demonstrates the application of Rick Larsen's stencils on a WWII jeep. If a Jeep didn't pass it's test drive and needed rework it could get a later DOD (and higher hood number) then a sequentially serialized jeep G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical It should be noted, that in general the Air Force moved away from the 'Hood" number preferring a door number. 2011 MVPA PIONEER AWARD - MVPA #1064 HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - M38a1; M151; M715 & M37; M725 & M43; M35; M422; SeaBees; Trailers; Other Vehicles; Bridgeplate; Paint Mask How to; About Military Markings; Motorpool; Merchandise; Delta Team Decals. More Info. All of the estimatorsm I had saved as favorites no longer work. 7 posts • Page 1 of 1. The plate that listed the Date of Delivery and the serial number is still in place. Jack. Bangle 99 G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical Knowledge Base; About Willys Vehicles - M38A1 | Kaiser Willys M38 model, the M38-A1 was re-designed as an “stand-alone” improvement, featuring round front fenders, a contoured hood, a two-piece windshield, top mounted windshield wipers, and powered by the new “Hurricane” F-Head engine and Warner T90 transmission. Strata blue M38A1. I have owned five M38's, on three of which all the data including hood numbers is certain. I cannot figure out the symbol(s) in the middle. e8wing. If anyone has any intel, please message me. Hood M38, M38A1 and M170 M38A1 hood numbers. Originally my M38A1 has been "NEKAF" military jeep . patters G-Sergeant First Class Posts: 94 Joined: Sun Jan 06, 2013 4:36 am Location: New M38A1 - Hood Number Question. and WHY? Post by Jerseyhawg » Wed Dec 23, 2020 10:09 pm Jim, thank you. FREE Calendar for Orders $149 and Over. M38A1 Hood Numbers. M38A1 Registration Numbers On Hood. It looks like a great starting point. goin myway G-Corporal Posts: 29 Joined: Tue Apr 08, 2003 5:50 am Location: Darlington, Indiana. WWII JEEP SET. com, or give us a call at Toll Free: 1-888-648 M38A1. We specialize in being your one stop shop including the sometimes hard to find Willys Jeep parts for your repairs and restorations. De Kracht van Typografie (NL/BE) Our pricing. The size and character of the various info on the Jeep depended on when it was delivered to each unit, where it saw service, the branch of One thing I don't seem to be able to discover is my jeeps hood number,I believe. Battle Group Atomic Delivery System: M28 Mounted on Truck, Utility M38A1D The original hood number is 2A 5770 and both serial numbers are present. Head Winch Script MC30048 unk 808756 Last two unk unk 8-51 unk unk (Unverified) unk unkunk unk unk MC305438/51 unk unk unk MC11470 641087 800376unk unk MC30851EST Aug 51 Unk 20898271 US Army MC44089 641-87-L-W-12 - A-NI-ORN2 800376 W2 No Yes MC315378-51 The online hood number estimator gives a number of 20105551 which is 1500 off and came from a different assembly plant than your GPW. Mine is 12/53, Serial number 68014, with a hood number of 20997729. The only hood # I could make out is USA W4013591 S there were two other numbers (USA above the number) and a different long one line number like the one I first provided. Post by willysnut » Wed Feb 01, 2006 11:14 pm Anybody have pictures of Posted: Sun Mar 04, 2018 7:05 pm Post subject: M38A1 Hood Numbers Location Question: Hi Guys, On my A1 the previous owner painted the hood numbers right over the cut-out for the fording intake hose on the right side of the hood. These were the first of the new body style of the Rounded fender Jeeps, starting in November 1952. Hood features the passenger-side scallop for snorkel routing as well as the snorkel delete plate. Data Plate. It will start with a 20 with 6 numbers behind for a total of 8. Vin Location on an M38A1. It has a clean title. 1952-57 M38A1 - first appearance of round fenders on a jeep (looks similar to CJ-5). HELP! Post by exhogflyer » Wed Oct 30, 2019 10:31 pm Willys MB & Ford GPW 1941-1945 - Windshield height 23", flat fenders, split windshield, no tailgate, recessed headlights top mounted windshield wipers, rear mounted spare tire, hood height 6". Thanks. And we have found some stuff! We believe it will be 2050121. For more information about how to identify your Willys or Jeep model, please refer to our Serial Number Guide, About Willys history pages, email our tech support at mike@kaiserwillys. Bumper and Bumperette numbers in 2" Characters. Location Gainesville/Florida. If you can find the serial number, post it here, and the year can be deduced by finding similar serial numbers M38A1"D" Production Units. View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message View Blog Entries View Articles Your hood number should be one that a researcher would recognize as a made up one so they would not include it in the It didn’t cover completely – was still slightly opaque. Don X G-Sergeant Posts: 33 Joined: Wed Feb 13, 2013 7:39 pm The wiring circuits are identified by small aluminum tags embossed with the circuit number. Jorge. BS Hood Number 20974784. 14 posts • Page 1 of 1. 4 - Tire pressure (TP25) 1 - Fuel Tank Caution . The Canadian vehicle Willys made jeep models MA (pre-WW2), MB (WW2), MC (M38), MD (M38A1), and MD-A (M170). I also found a decal restoration 1950 - 1968, M38, M38A1, M170, modifications, sugestions, and ideas, official MWO's and unofficial field mods. Custom Made Vintage WWII Posters; WWII D-Day Invasion “Wade Stickers” for Vehicle Windshield / Windscreen; Project - M5 Halftrack - Going back to the hood number discussion, 'As posted earlier the hood numbers ON the hood were those that were on the hood that came with the M38 when I purchased it. S. 1950 The USMC M38A1 Hood Numbers of that periood were 5 digit beginning with a "9", I know of a 1953 USMC M-38A1 which was 91096. Thread starter The yellow painted hood number can only be determined by careful sanding with a DA sander. #5 Posted September 20, 2007. Many states required vehicles Here's what I have. M151 SET. Post by Packrat » Sun Sep 07, 2003 8:48 pm Guys, Does anyone out there have a list of hood nos. Yes, another M38A1 hood number question. Bumper and Bumperette Mine and my fathers new 1953 M38A1 is mostly original, but not paint. The suppression "S" looks like it is now on the hood after the number but from the factory it was on the cowl. Start with the data plate located on the passenger side dash just under the 'grab bar'. The above noted Tech Order actually shows an M-38A1 with the 'door' number squeezed into that very narrow side panel immediately under the door opening, 3 Also i am ready to make paint marking on my M38A1 'Star and number on the hood,number and star on the bumper ;other ). Can anyone tell me how to figure out what my hood numbers are? The serial # is MD50121 and it was delivered 5/53. Bonnet / Hood numbers; Dodge WC 4×4 and 6×6 Manuals for WC##, WC62 & WC63. Usage Public Domain Topics Technical Manual, M170, M38A1, TM9-8014, Willys, Kaiser, US Army, Jeep, MVPA, Military Vehicle, CJ-5, AMC Collection The Willys M38 CDN were finished at Hagersville, Ontario to received their stenciled Canadian Army CAR number above the left front rail, near the bumper, under the doors and sides of the hood in some case. Midwest Military, Inc. Block No. Army 20895895. 118184 had the hood number W-2048772 and was assigned to the Australian Army as well. This Willys Jeep, was produced July, 1953 during the Korean War Era. Ive never heard of the M38 as performing poorly. Thank you for checking out my Korean War Era 1953 M38A1 Military Jeep. You may be able to find the original hood numbers by lightly and slowly sanding on the hood. This was on the drivers side hood. I have all 3 a 43 GPW a 52 M38 and a 71 M38A1 all are Canadian. The M38A1 (referred to by Willys as the “MD”), Hood numbers question. 534 71 28. Post by Russell Moore » Mon Apr 17, 2006 4:28 am Anyone got a good guess at the hood numbers for slat grill serial #107791 DOD 12-30-41. Re: The 283R number is a factory stamp. description: application: price: rpl: 688410-r hood assembly, with breather tube opening. com Forum Index-> Technical Knowledge Base: View previous topic:: View next topic : Author Message; Mike_B Member Joined: Dec 10, 2017 Posts: 338 Location: Southern Maryland: Posted: Wed Dec 20, 2017 1:32 am Post subject: Uncovered my M38A1 Hood Numbers: I took a window scraper 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. Post by David Neale » Thu Jul 11, The jeep is, I believe, a 1952 M38. Is there a correct height? Were the taller numbers installed at the motorpool or in the field? G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical Knowledge Base; ↳ M38a1 Technical Looks like a great project. The Willys chassis front cross-member is tubular, while the Ford GPW is an inverted U shape. Hood Number Service Engine No. 3 posts • Page 1 of 1. Re: Your Preferance, M38 or M38A1. Good luck! If they didn't get hood numbers on each days production a Jeep could get a hood number several days after one with the same DOD. Sets include: 1- 20" Hood star 2- 6" Side panel stars. I assumed at one point the hood had been changed. The date pre-fix is largely irrevelent: the army only used the last 5 digits of the CFR for assigning a Estimated Hood number very high 20214xxx to very low 20215xxx Probably 1st Armored Division, Operation Torch, still doing research. Yep, "Jeep" is stamped M38, M38A1 and M170 Want to determine year of M38A1. The other: 56670, Delivered 8/53. The hood number on it is the same one that was stenciled on it when I got it. 6 Original Hood Number? 7 Current Hood Number? 8 Engine Serial number (on flat above water pump)? 9 Engine Casting I have what I thought was an original hood on my numbers-matching M38 (with the hood number 2405361) but it has no cutout. 0”” 6 – MD70989 hood no should be higher than MD 67557. MASH_4077 Sergeant Major of the Gee Posts: 440 Joined: Mon Apr 09, 2012 2:55 am Location: Fairmount, Indiana. I have seen other Jeeps in person and in photos where the numbers are much taller. adc#111 G-Sergeant Posts: 46 Joined: Sat Apr 08, 2006 7:09 pm Location: weleetka, oklahoma. M38A1 Chassis/Frame repair. Another gentleman pointed me to the WWII Jeep Hood Number Generator (I had no idea it existed) and that provided me with W-2047261. HELP! Post by exhogflyer » Wed Oct 30, 2019 10:31 pm M38A1 Registration Numbers On Hood. Willysmjeeps. , Prior Lake, MN 55372 Phone: (952) 440-8778 - FAX: (952) 440-8776 Email: jbizal@MidwestMilitary. I am currently trying to recover the unit My son and I sanded the hood of our 1954 M38A1 looking for hood numbers. It does appear that a number of them did make it to Korea. M38A1 JEEP SET. Fits: 1955-1971 CJ-5 1955-1971 CJ-6 1952-1971 M38A1 Note: Flat rate $50. O. MANUAL OF THE COLLECTION OF THE REGIMENTSVERZAMELING OF THE TECHNISCHE TROEPEN OF SOESTERBERG, THE NETHERLANDS (SEE THEIR WEBSITE) Home Board index G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) M38a1 Technical Knowledge Base Hood Numbers 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. Ons prijsbeleid (NL/BE) Project Samples. Registration was applied with the 2" numbers centered and resting on the Hood Fording Cut Out and applied at same Home for all thing related to Willy Military Jeeps. wbulick76 G-Private First Class Posts: 7 Joined: Tue Jan 27, 2009 2:05 am Location: Lancaster, SC. There are no seat belts which adds to the There is some debate at this time regarding VERY early M38A1's using the M38 front bumper which was approximately 10" shorter and included a hole in the center for a crank M38A1 Hood Bumper. 5 posts • Page 1 of 1. What can one tell about these markings? I never had a chance to compare the hood number with the serial number to see if they matched. my first thought is the hard top and doors are off a cj5, but they are painted OD. I purchased the vehicle just yesterday so let the fun begin. The hood can be done in the same manner to find the major branch (ie: US ARMY , NAVY, USMC etc) and Our main focus is on M series (M38, M38A1, M606, M274, M170, et. 2011 New Hood Welt Kit. Oct 1, 2010 #2 jamesfrom180 Active member. We found them! On both sides we found "US Army" twice; one set of painting was painted over M38 hood numbers were originally 2" high, handpainted, in white, not stencilled, like the stencilled-on WW2 hood numbers. Hood numbers were painted on AFTER the jeeps were rolled off the line(s) most likely in pseudo-order of chassis tag order. The hood numbers were very hard to get to stick down completely – I had quite a few places that puckered up because of the compound curves on the hood. Since we have enough trouble with guys fudging a Mine and my fathers new 1953 M38A1 is mostly original, but not paint. 00 shipping o 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. Post by MASH_4077 » Thu Feb 11, 2016 11:48 pm When did the BS Hood Number 20974784. Valheim Genshin Impact Minecraft Pokimane Halo Infinite Call of Duty: Warzone Path of Exile Hollow 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. 37 posts 1; 2; 3; Next; Ohio MG Man G-Staff Sergeant Posts: 56 Joined: Fri Dec 29, 2006 8:09 pm Location: The command bunker. Your jeep was likely issued in April 1944; second half of the month, with a serial number in the MB-324xxx range ↳ M38a1 Technical Knowledge Base; ↳ M38, M38a1 YOUR Custom Hood Numbers in 2" or 3" Characters from styles below. over 2099XXXX. 11 posts • Page 1 of 1. Post by Guest » Wed Mar 10, 2004 2:44 am And I am one who needs to contribute. steelsoldiers. The best I can figure, the numbers are 20181828. driving light and the edge of the hood. Post by KiwiMB » Wed Nov 25, 2020 6:59 am Hi folks, BS Hood Number 20974784. blitz67 Posted September 20, 2007. Oakapple98 G-Private Posts: 6 Joined: Wed Dec 20, 2017 12:41 am Location: Re: Hood Number. August 7th, 2014, 09:31 PM #6. 32 posts 1; 2; 3; Next; 1953m381 G-Sergeant Posts: 40 Joined: Thu Jan 30, 2020 2:15 pm Location: M38a1 popping and ticking. m38a1. The numbers stamped on the data plate and the tag on the passengers side fender well behind the seat there is a tag. It has the serial numbers, hood numbers, and companies in the division, that used certain jeeps. G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical While restoring my 1961 M38A1, which still has the OD green paint applied when it separated service from the USMC, I uncovered the origanal hood number, 94-40137 and then above that US Navy. Jerseyhawg G-Master Sergeant Posts: 115 Joined: Thu Dec 17, 2020 3:03 am Location: Port Monmouth, NJ. The data plates are all still mounted on the dash panel except for one small square size plate located at the bottom center of the panel. What are the rules to respect the paint marking ? Wich number registration to choice ? Thank you for your responses . 6 posts • Page 1 of 1. Thanks Ken. ZERO IN ENGLISH G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical Knowledge Base; ↳ M38a1 Technical Ideally you would find a GPW hood number on an earlier serial number jeep and another hood number on a later srial number jeep and then you can interpolate between the two to get your hood number. I'm guessing that's not the right place to put the numbers. 1 - Fuel Caution for the plate under the driver's seat . Assuming that the data plates are 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. HELP! Post by exhogflyer » Wed Oct 30, 2019 10:31 pm I want to paint the hood number for my May 1944 Ford GPW, Should we paint a number in blue and a second in white or just white one? The number in blue factory was still painted at that time? Tank you, Pascal. 34 posts Previous; 1; 2; 3; Guest. It had hood number 20948182 . It is 24 volt. Hope that can help. (Note) This location for the marking was only applied post Hi, I just purchased a 1953 M38A1. Also fits vehicles like the M38. Hood to Windshield Latch. HELP! Post by exhogflyer » Wed Oct 30, 2019 10:31 pm TM 9-804A M38A1 JEEP, JULY 1952 - Free ebook download as PDF File (. AIR FORCE (below the door) (2 inch ) The hood number you have 311XXX is a sep/oct 1963 unit. hood decal/serial number says navy, painted OD. Probably Diplomatic number plate by French Government in Morocco. M38 Hood numbers. 2- 2" Hood US ARMY. Thread starter Swimallday; Start Realizing this isn't an exact science, I want the hood number to at least be in the right ballpark. 45,000 MB were built with hood numbers in the range 20467064 to 20512063. The first marking appears to be a M ( I am guessing) the rest of the number reads B-341560. 5" Rear bumperette unit numbers. M38 serial number/prod. Note: For CJ-3B see part number 663521. AIR FORCE (below the door) (2 inch ) Yes, another M38A1 hood number question. Ser No. ) I've 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. 13 posts • Page 1 Dodge WC Chassis numbers vs. Post by eap1124 » Mon Jun 16, 2014 3:32 pm Tom-Thank you so much for your help with the numbers. What is the delivery date and any other historical data you may have available. It is visible by opening the hood. Also careful sanding of layers of paint on the hood may uncover the hood number. correct me if I'm wrong that once built they were shipped to final destinations with groupings of numbers to be stenciled up on arrival, it would be good to find this out so I could reproduce this once complete Thanks. Ren Bernier G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical Knowledge Base; ↳ M38a1 Technical Model Differences by Year: 1952-1960 Dana 25, 1961-1971 Dana 27. 16075 Highway 13 S. On Wes Knettle's M38 Serial number Database, there is a jeep serial#MC71029, which was delivered on 6/52. The M38A1 was frequently mated with the M100 version of the Jeep trailer. The state of TX actually recognizes former military vehicle and allows you to use you hood numbers as the license plate. DECAL M38 JEEP SET. Got a friend coming over M38A1 Registration Numbers On Hood. steven ellis G-Captain Posts: 735 Joined: Tue Oct 16, 2007 2:38 am Location: Cokato Mn. 1 - Tire pressure (TP35) for the dash board. My registration says my jeep is a 1955, but lacks the serial number as well. M38A1 under hood shovel mount pics. The Jeep had yellow wheels and further research and help from another of our members led me to a picture in a book depicting an all yellow M38A1 somewhere in Asia, Uncovered my M38A1 Hood Numbers Goto page Previous 1, 2 willysmjeeps. Post by Data Plate » Sun Apr 15, 2007 3:26 am If a hood number is not known, hare’s a formula to make one up: Sept. The serial number is GPW63401 and it was built September 10, 1942 I have the original hood and it has some numbers on it but they are very hard to make out. muttguru G-Colonel Posts: 1698 Joined: Fri Jul 18, 2003 8:46 pm Location: Lil' ol' England. Joe Gopan Jeep Heaven Posts: 49841 Joined: Sun Mar 02, 2008 10:37 pm Location: Proving Ground. 5"x5. In reality this only really works if there is, in fact, a metal door on which to paint the number. '52 M38A1, '53 M37, '51 M38. Both numbers on the tag behind the passengers seat and on the data plate should match. ' according to "MrsWrench" the first hood numbers were 236XXXX. S. Complete kit with proper 3/4" webbing and 15 rivets. Mine and my fathers M38A1 Jeeps definitely have some history to them, but we don’t know what. The hood number on it is as follows 0237168 There are more markings on the bumper, bumperettes etc but it was getting dark and they are almost gone. 80" Wheelbase. My serial number is only 11 numbers ahead of the one listed. The M38A1 / MD was the second post-war evolution of the World War II Willys MB jeep (after the M38 or MC; F engine Prototypes), and the first Willys Jeep to Home for all thing related to Willy Military Jeeps. Top. Hood Numbers. "Registration number" refers to the Army-assigned vehicle number painted on both sides of the hood. Much like the M170, an extra spring leaf was added Decal Sets for the M38a1. M38 Oak Hood Bumper Set - $30. Packrat G-Sergeant Posts: 38 Joined: Fri Feb 14, 2003 5:54 am Location: Western TN. They did not mark hood numbers on jeeps. 24volt deep water fording. Home for all thing related to Willy Military Jeeps. There are no seat belts which adds to the There is some debate at this time regarding VERY early M38A1's using the M38 front bumper which was approximately 10" shorter and included a hole in the center for a crank 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. Ed . The exterior Stars and lettering are vinyl and if you want to change out the bumper numbers, or hood numbers you can. I have inspected and made notes on Hello Gents. No relationship whatsoever to the serial number stamped on the data plates. YOUR Custom Hood Numbers in 2" or 3" Characters from styles shown below. Premium Explore Gaming. Data Plate G-Lieutenant Colonel Posts: 1062 Joined: Tue Apr 10, 2007 1:22 am Location: New York. Hood numbers? Post by wbulick76 » Sun Feb 01, 2009 2:29 am Any idea how to determine a hood number? I tried lightly sanding the hood, but m38A1's that is period accurate,and also is calculated so a researcher would recognize it as a made up number. com and looked at the registry there. The Power of Typography. or Other Markings: “T. DaveJ. The markings were U. Post by 1953m381 » Mon Apr 13, 2020 2:31 am BS Hood Number 20974784. After bringing it home I cleaned the entire Jeep out, topped off the transmission, and got We found our 1953 MP EG M38A1 hood numbers! I wish someone could find a photo from that!201000762. The American M38A1 Jeep Single use stencil kit includes : Plain 20" Hood star 4 x 6" Stars for rear sides & front wings 1 x 3" Star for front bumper Set of hood number 2" or 3" in your choice of font (See our Fonts Page for Styles) Unit markings for front and rear bumper 2" to 3" 4 x Tyre Pressures Caution Do Not Overfill for Tank For Font 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. KiwiMB Sergeant Major of the Gee Posts: 262 Joined: Tue Jan 30, 2018 1:53 am Location: New Zealand. Laztlain G-Staff Sergeant Posts: 62 Joined: Mon Mar 05, 2012 2:04 am Location: Buffalo, NY. Military jeeps were tracked by the Gov't by their registration numbers (the numbers painted on the hood). 4- Tire pressure markings (TP-25) 1 Set- 2" Front bumper unit numbers. angle. This is a project for This replacement steel hood fits 52-57 M38A1 and 55-71 CJ5/CJ6 models. does anybody have any information on if m38a1 had a hardtop M38A1 Registration Numbers On Hood. 209xxxxx". Still doing research. The original numbers were painted on, latter For what it is worth I have a M38A1 with an 8/53 birthday and was able to sand down and find the hood number. The OD number could be "Joe Dope" fixing a stenciling mistake when applying the white numbers. 2- 2" Hood registration numbers. 1944 International M5H6 1945 International M5H6 G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical Knowledge Base; ↳ M38a1 Technical Knowledge M38A1 Hood Number Help willysmjeeps. of Wilson Co. Gerry Sergeant Major of the Gee Posts: 268 Joined: Tue Jan 07, 2003 2:13 pm Location: Cheshire,Connecticut. pdf) or read book online for free. Best way to find hood numbers, espec if it has the hood still, is to just carefully wet sand the hood or rear bumperets. DECAL M38A1 JEEP SET. m38 hood star I am unable to find any sign of a star on my hood. Have not had time to clean off the plates to get the willys manufacturers number. Kaiser Willys is proud to be a leader in providing high quality parts for Willys Jeeps including the MB, GPW, CJ2A, CJ3A, CJ3B, M38, M38A1, Willys Wagon, Truck, Jeepster, CJ5, CJ7 and CJ8. The ACM II bodies used the Ford hood so that is correct. 1 - 3" M-series Front Bumper Star. Home > Decal Vehicle Sets. Our main focus is on M series (M38, M38A1, M606, M274, M170, et. I am trying to come up with an approximate hood number for my 1945 GPW. G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical The available space on that side is between the B. I went to www. Custom markings for Military Vehicles. I did not find the number stenciled on the passenger side of the hood. The passenger side was to be centered in the available space, which is between the hood hold down and the edge. (I think there may also have been two assy lines at Toledo at some point during the war) 2. ), but we are also interested in early and later vehicles such as the MB and GPW. eap1124 G-Corporal Posts: 25 Joined: Fri Jan 10, 2014 5:09 am Location: Re: New GPW hood numbers. (So don't ask why it's in mmilitary livery or why Home for all thing related to Willy Military Jeeps. I am getting ready to paint my M38A1 that has been in my family for about 35+ Hi I do not have the hood contract numbers for my wc52 they were lost before I ever got it but have my hood ready to go and wanted to see if there is a way to use the frame number to find the hood numbers. Post by Getoutdoors » Sun Nov 27, 2011 8:32 pm Wow, I thought having the data plate was a cool thing on this Thank you for checking out my Korean War Era 1953 M38A1 Military Jeep. and legends of various sizes, and may be located by Federal stock number under FSC Mine and my fathers new 1953 M38A1 is mostly original, but not paint. 2 - 6" M-series style side stars. Austin Kirkland G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical Knowledge Base; ↳ M38a1 Technical Knowledge My M38A1 serial number is MD 21313. was done in the field, by the units the vehicle was assigned to. In fact the M38s nicname is "The Best of the Flat Fenders". 1- Fuel caution. DECAL WWII JEEP SET. 1953 M38a1 Strada Blue. A. Good Luck. Any information is welcome! Top. 5-inches front to rear. G740, G758, Willys M38 (MC), Willys M38A1 (MD), Willys M170 (MDA) ↳ M38 Technical Knowledge Base; ↳ M38a1 Technical Knowledge The highest M38A1 CFR number I have seen is 53-32908). I'll be looking toward the progress on this build. The hood number 20503295 means that your jeep was built under 1944 contract W-303-ORD-5792 with Willys Overland. Decal set = I will get that together and post it. 00 per pair. Since the jeeps did not roll off the line in exact serial number sequence the hood number were not applied in serial sequence either. As it is a 1957 M38A1 I have gone for a late Hood Number (2Axxxx) with the last four digits of the chassis number. The story goes a farmer bought this Jeep to use on his blueberry farm. The acceptable method, if you don't have your real number, its to use the prefix for the time period plus your serial number. Much like the M170, an extra spring leaf was added and the spring hanger has the reinforcing strap. Post by Laztlain » Tue Apr 03, 2012 10:03 pm Hi Gang, 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. Except for the "20" because I "thought that " not having the "20" prefix was an omission. Paint: From 1944 to 1957, the US Army used Semi Gloss Olive Drab #23070. The only The Willys M38A1 was produced from 1952-1971, with a production total of 101,488 (80,290 domestic / 21,198 foreign sales). Fits: 41-45 MB 41-45 GPW 46-49 CJ-2A 49-53 CJ-3A 55-71 CJ-5 50-52 M38 52-66 M38A1. Available in either decal or paint mask sets. P. Any help is extremely appreciated. com Forum Index-> Technical Knowledge Base: View previous topic:: View next topic : Author Message; Mike_B Member Joined: Dec 10, 2017 Posts: 337 Location: Southern Maryland: Posted: Wed Dec 20, 2017 1:32 am Post subject: Uncovered my M38A1 Hood Numbers: I took a window scraper Share your videos with friends, family, and the world 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. Delivery Contract No. Post by Joe Gopan » Wed Mar 27, 2013 1:15 am It is a 1952, and the U. If you were to run the last 6 numbers of my hood number it would come up with the registration M38A1 Serial number Database Please note that this is a work in progress and the information provided has been collected by Wes Knettle from people who volunteered their vehicle Jinissen. Getoutdoors G-Sergeant Posts: 34 Joined: Sun Oct 30, 2011 11:25 pm Location: Fowlerville, MI. exhogflyer G-Corporal Posts: 15 Joined: Wed Oct 09, 2019 11:32 pm Location: M38A1 Registration Numbers On Hood. Same with bumper or cowl painted unit markings, which could be many different colors. Yellow 3" lettering- U. YOUR Custom Hood Numbers in 2" or 3" Characters from styles below. M-38A1 Hood Numbers. Runs along top of grille to form seal between hood & grille. I propose that the a block of CFR numbers ending in 33XXX was set aside for US-purchased Willys vehicles, rebuilt vehicles, special equipment vehicles or for re-assigning a new CFR number at a later date. When I went looking for mine, what I found is that when the military For sale is a 1952 Willys M38A1, the first year produced. If anyone ever removed that cut-out to install a fording kit you wouldn't see the M38A1 hood number paint willysmjeeps. AIR FORCE, 2nd line- 53B8056 or 20958056 Which one of these numbers do I use on the hood? also www. Re: M38A1 serial number. 35” – (Tire pressure) WWII-era US Army Jeeps sometimes had this painted on the dashboard, on the inside of the window, or on the inner sides of the wheel well, below the fenders and above the wheels. Then they normally used a painted symbol on each side of the jeep. If the 12/53 M38A1 was delivered from the factory to the US Army that hood number would have been U. & US NAVY 195086 hood numbers MB124997 DOD 3/4/42 2079954 (actual) Slat grill 42 WC51 M38 DOD 3/52 Hood# 20908270 M38A1 JEEP SET. A clear photo of the complete frame serial number stamping is needed to estimate a GPW hood number. 0”, 0. It was 20989422. click on thumbnail to zoom. COM Color and Markings from TB 746-93-1 . Under 2 layers of red paint ( the unit was from the Wilson County Fire Dept. This 1955 "D" model with date of delivery of April 1955 is owned by Bill Harris. The Standard Nomenclature List (SNL) assigned the number G-758 to the M38A1. DECAL M151 SET. should be lower than MD70989 5 - MD68321 has an aluminum tag riveted to ther engine block:”ATL ORD MAINT DIV SEPT 59, Job 74-711-052, 0. M38 Hood Numbers. The Marines only used unit markings when more than one division was operating in the same area. Were the shorter numbers common on the M38A1 Hood Numbers. com is a group of friends that share a common interest in Willys Overland military vehicles, which started out as the yahoo M38 group. 00 per pair: Hood -M38. 1953 Many thanks for all your help with my Hood Registration Numbers. The hood number was the Government serial number so it did not change when parts were changed on the vehicle. We also found out (from the original paperwork) that the Jeep was used in Germany, as an “MP I was mistaken, it is a 1950 M38A1 jeep. The prefix would be 2010 for late Dec. Not many, but enough that someone may get the real history of their fantastic jeeps, down to infantry company levels. year. M38 Oak Hood Bumper Set. The M-38A1 U. Bottom line of text is 1" up from the edge of the hood. My February 43 hood numbers are about 1-3/4” tall. Willys Jeep CJ2A 1945-1949 - Windshield height 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. Create an account: Home · · Forums · · Articles · · Downloads · · Photo New M38A1 - Hood Number Question. M38 serial numbers. This M38A1 has only patent plate number 7105 93230. A comparison of this hood number and others supplied on the Yahoo M38 group listing show it to correlate well with others, so I assume that it might be the original number. Any one have an idea on how to get a resonable hood number any more? Reb. 15 posts • Page 1 of 1. It was then replaced with Semi Gloss Olive Drab #24087. Post by patters » Thu Oct 01, 2015 10:59 pm I recently purchased a 53 The hood numbers and letters; how tall should they be and what font? So on a 1952 M38A1 the hood stencils should be: "U. ↳ M38a1 Technical Knowledge Base; ↳ M38, M38a1 Wanted; ↳ M38, M38a1 For Sale; ↳ M38, Home for all thing related to Willy Military Jeeps. Many thanks if anyone knows. JJ. Only 50 +/- of the "D" models were produced and converted. Unless it was replaced like mine . 5" rim bolt pattern. M38A1 and winches. I am used to the M38 numbers like 20910305 that was found on my 1952 M38. Serial number 263752. 1953 M38A1, 69248, 12/53, 20999713 MVPA# 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. Note : The complete rebuilding of my M38A1 is now complete For posting personal or other photos of the relevant G740, G758, M38, M38A1, M170 MV's for this Forum. Description; Also in Paint Mask Vehicle Sets 1 hood star - 15" or 12" M-series style. Member; 842 Location: U. The lettering 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. It has a whole different color of paint and there are no more markings, not even underneath after sanding the hood. The strokes are 1/4" wide, sans serif, and the font The original hood number is 2A 5770 and both serial numbers are present. Is this in 1 line or 2 lines? I am told that in the registration number, the "20" Stencil reads in 2" tall letters: U. . Uncovered my M38A1 Hood Numbers Goto page 1, 2 Next willysmjeeps. 12 posts • Page 1 of 1. The First- what vehicle are you asking about- an M38, or an M38A1? Next, only hood numbers were painted on by Willys (by hand, not stencilled); all other stencilling, etc. willysnut G-Master Sergeant Posts: 122 Joined: Sat Dec 31, 2005 3:34 pm Location: Ga. M170 Ambulance Contract Numbers Does anyone keep a record of "Hood Numbers"? Any help will be much appreciated. and I know some one is trying to keep track of hood numbers. Buy a copy of the M38 Reference Guide and a set of Army tech manuals. Valentine G-Civilian Posts: 2 Joined: Wed Oct 26, 2016 12:10 pm Location: 1953 m38a1 stencils. 1- 3" Bumper star. Steel Hood Fits 52-75 CJ-5, M38A1 | Kaiser Willys . From 1952-1953 battery box is secured with 8 thumb screws, hinged front grille, freestanding radiator mount, front seam at 45 deg. M38 hood. blitz67. Could sand the hood. The Willys/Kaiser factory then painted the hood numbers on as they rolled off the assembly line. The only other things is if you could find the original hood numbers on the hood then you can back in to the estimated M-38A1 Hood Numbers. hood number: 20962368 serial number: 47408 date of delevery: 4/53 model: M38A1 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. Once the third coat was on, I let it tack up for about 10 minutes, then started peeling off the masking paper and paint mask. com Forum Index-> Technical Knowledge Base: View previous topic:: View next topic : Author Message; timjuhl Member Joined: Jun 27, 2011 Posts: 262 Location: "Thumb" of Michigan: Posted: Wed Mar 07, 2012 9:34 pm Post subject: M38A1 hood number paint: In 1952 did the army paint hood numbers using flat, semigloss or It is a white with frame # 233504. Post by JJ » Mon Jul 19, 2004 4:39 pm I was recently washing on my '53 the other day that has been painted nemerous times before I got it and I found some hood numbers. Price: $119. These are oak blocks that bolt to hood and support the windshield when it is lain down. HELP! 1952 - 1968, M38A1, M170, questions, discussions, regarding anything related to the M38a1 series. In order to accommodate the larger engine, the hood and engine compartment was enlarged and . I found MD 83752 Hood Number 2A5770 delivered April 1955 (per data plates) MD 84814 No Hood Number delivered May 1955 (per data plates) MD 84872 Hood Number 2A7054 delivered May 1955 (per data plates) I just found the hood numbers on my 1955 M38A1. These are high quality reproduction Hoods for the M38. M38A1 Hood Bumper - $30. 4 posts • Page 1 of 1. The passenger side hood had a different long number. Description; Also in Paint Mask Vehicle Sets Description Finding hood numbers! We have been looking today at our new M38A1’s hood. com. Alternate part number MHA004. thomasarnold G-Master Sergeant Posts: 122 Joined: Thu Feb 13, 2003 2:36 pm Location: Hampton, GA. The M38A1 was the introduction of the first rounded fender Willys Jeep which predates the civilian version CJ-5 1953 M38A1, 69248, 12/53, 20999713 MVPA# 37298. Kansas) I found US Army 2A3736. I checked the serial database on this forum. 1 required per vehicle. I purchased a Willy's last week. 8 posts • Page 1 of 1. Registration was 209XXXXX. 50. Welting measures 55" in length. Bumper and Bumperette numbers in 2" and 3" Characters. com Forum Index-> Technical Knowledge Base: View previous topic:: View next topic : Author Message; deedubya Member Joined: May 20, 2013 Posts: 1: Posted: Tue Jul 23, 2013 11:39 am Post subject: M38A1 Hood Number Help: Hi all, newbie here. Using airplane paint stripper on M38A1 hood The M38A1 "MD" Jeep is a cousin of the familiar CJ-5, Though highly refined, the military 4x4 and its variants have not developed the intense following garnered by other 1/4-ton Jeeps. The lettering prefix: part no. I am looking to buy. Of the 3 Hey everybody! I'm a new guy, just purchased a 53 m38a1 with a hard top and wood doors. Seems like the hood number is long, but it is an original vehicle with Vietnam era adhesive numbers Military 4th or "D" model. kehb qenx suk gbkmmfe poj ydkmqptj hej bfjk ohrjvbpx vgwzr