M151 Military Tow Bar
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M151 Military Tow Bar
I want to buy a towbar for my M151. Any out there and what would you want for it?
Barter system accepted! I have some extra 151 stuff you might need.
Barter system accepted! I have some extra 151 stuff you might need.
Jeff
2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2001 Jeep Wrangler
1975 AMG M151A2
1971 Ford M151A2
MVPA # 36773
Go Navy - There are 2 types of Ships, Submarines, and Targets....
2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2001 Jeep Wrangler
1975 AMG M151A2
1971 Ford M151A2
MVPA # 36773
Go Navy - There are 2 types of Ships, Submarines, and Targets....
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
unless you just specifically want an issue tow bar, any good welding shop can make one for you as a custom job. i had the guys in our shop make one for me, and they had it done in no time.i designed it to fit right where the front shackles and pins are. once it was in the slot, and the pin was back in, it dropped onto my truck hitch and away we went. given the price of issue gear, you might wish to consider this.bhm1jvg wrote:I want to buy a towbar for my M151. Any out there and what would you want for it?
Barter system accepted! I have some extra 151 stuff you might need.
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
And given the weight of a military medium tow bar, which is the one you are looking for. They are hefty suckers!
1964 M151A1
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
I have seen 1 on Ebay listed a Military Tow Bar. Its an IBIS - military style but not military. Looks good though. I can get one made at the Tech School. I know the welding instructor.
Jeff
2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2001 Jeep Wrangler
1975 AMG M151A2
1971 Ford M151A2
MVPA # 36773
Go Navy - There are 2 types of Ships, Submarines, and Targets....
2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2001 Jeep Wrangler
1975 AMG M151A2
1971 Ford M151A2
MVPA # 36773
Go Navy - There are 2 types of Ships, Submarines, and Targets....
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
Aren't there some issues with flat towing the M151's? I remember reading something about that in the TMs.
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
Steering tends to want to turn full lock if it goes to far around. The solution is to limit the turning radius by putting bunji's on the steering wheel. That way the front tires still turn but not all the way.
1964 M151A1
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
I have the military tow bar with the correct feet for the Mutt. I would be happy to sell it but as Rick said....its HEAVY! Pickup is likely the only option....
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Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
1960 M151 Run 1
1963 M151 Willys DoD 10-63 in Baltimore
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1963 M151 Willys DoD 10-63 in Baltimore
1989 Alley Cat. "work in Progress"
NRA Life Member
American Legion Post 275 Fl
US Army 6 years 2nd Armored Cavalry Bindlach Germany
Colorado Army Nat. Guard 5 years
Md Air Guard 15 years active duty on C-130's
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
That is a damn good price, especially with all of the attachments. Might even make up for the shipping.
1964 M151A1
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
It is a good price. I have seen the feet from $65 to $189 by themselves. I agree with you Rick, it is way more Tow Bar than I need for my MUTT.
Both of my younger brothers are Welders and have there own shops. One of them will make me a replica - on a little smaller scale. I will post pics when done. I grew up in my Dad's Welding shop as well but have spent the last 30 years behind a desk for a very large Transportation Company - UPS. I still have the ability just don't have the equipment. My wife is OK for now with 2 "Investments" in her garage, if I start bringing in Welders and cutting torches......................
Both of my younger brothers are Welders and have there own shops. One of them will make me a replica - on a little smaller scale. I will post pics when done. I grew up in my Dad's Welding shop as well but have spent the last 30 years behind a desk for a very large Transportation Company - UPS. I still have the ability just don't have the equipment. My wife is OK for now with 2 "Investments" in her garage, if I start bringing in Welders and cutting torches......................
Jeff
2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2001 Jeep Wrangler
1975 AMG M151A2
1971 Ford M151A2
MVPA # 36773
Go Navy - There are 2 types of Ships, Submarines, and Targets....
2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2001 Jeep Wrangler
1975 AMG M151A2
1971 Ford M151A2
MVPA # 36773
Go Navy - There are 2 types of Ships, Submarines, and Targets....
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
Rick,
If I bought the one on Ebay, does anyone need the large feet and the axle mounts? I could recover some of my moneybag selling those parts. They are probably not very sought after, or are they?
If I bought the one on Ebay, does anyone need the large feet and the axle mounts? I could recover some of my moneybag selling those parts. They are probably not very sought after, or are they?
Jeff
2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2001 Jeep Wrangler
1975 AMG M151A2
1971 Ford M151A2
MVPA # 36773
Go Navy - There are 2 types of Ships, Submarines, and Targets....
2011 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
2001 Jeep Wrangler
1975 AMG M151A2
1971 Ford M151A2
MVPA # 36773
Go Navy - There are 2 types of Ships, Submarines, and Targets....
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
You might want to hold onto them in case you ever have the need to tow another military vehicle be it yours or even someone elses. Or if you decide to sell the tow bar they will add substantial value to the sale.
1964 M151A1
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
1984 M1008
1967 M416
04/1952 M100
12/1952 M100- Departed
AN/TSQ-114A Trailblazer- Gone
Re: M151 Military Tow Bar
THe axle clamps arent worth much based on what I have seen. The large feet(1") however fit a CUCV(as well as other vehicles) so they are quite sought after.