My 1972 M151A2

[Dietz1]

I'm not new to the forum, but just slow in getting photos posted. First, let me thank all of the gurus and all others who keep this forum going and help everyone keep their vehicles running. I've had this vehicle for two years, and it has become a fulfilling hobby.

To date, besides general maintenance, I have done the following:

- Installed battery isolation switch
- Changed the front bumper to a USMC bumper
- Purchased and installed gun mount and demilled M60
- Purchased M16A1 and installed rack
- Purchased PRC-25 radio
- Cleaned out my foot locker and sea bag for displayed deuce-gear (trying not to make it a clown car, but the kids love it).
- Converted oil-bath air filter to paper cartridge filter
- Stenciled markings (I understand that the original USMC numbering should be 6 digits, but anyone who was in the Corps in the mid to late 60's will understand why I have 7).

I'm not happy with the color, but it was repainted just before I purchased it. I eventually plan on repainting it the proper USMC forest green (34052).

Hope to see some of you in Findlay, OH on the 21st, weather permitting.

Last, but not least, at least I have the fuel can positioned correctly!

[Horst]

do we still run the tradition and pick on the small details? Specifically if it is a nice one like this?

[rickf]

I see what you are looking at but I believe it has been modified to prevent problems. I do see one minor issue in the engine compartment also. He did mention the can so he is aware of our reputation. I for one am going to let it slide since it is such a nice representation, very well done.

[csmith]

Very nice rig!! Welcome Dietz.

[70mford151a2]

Excellent I was looking for a Marine unit in which to get ideas for setting up & signage,
I would like to learn where the hood numbers come from. right now I just have my applied Vin #'s on the hood under the US ARMY as it is set up as a 325 Combat Engineers MUTT. I already have the Marine Corp. Bumper, I will post pics as soon as I remember how

[m3a1]

I know everyone would like to see more of your truck. Surely you'll have it out on Memorial Day, right?

[DevilDog7090]

Very nice....nice serial number on the hood. You got me by a few.....mine started with 260......wish I would have saved all my 782 gear....
Semper Fi,

[rickf]

Guy's, I figured I would let you know that the last time the original poster was on here was December 2016.

[DevilDog7090]

I haven't been a Private since January 1970. LOL

[acudanut]

Sir, Nice M-151. I love the M-60. (hog) is that 782 gear correct ? Seems 1950's Maybe early 1960's.
I see a Winter Kit for a Marine Corps Vietnam era jeep. ?
Anyway, it does not matter. It is still a Fine looking Jeep. !!! Cheers !!!
Can I bum a smoke. ?

[Mark]

The 782 gear is correct for 60's--70's and earlier, as that's what I had in early 70's. The gear went back to 1941

[DevilDog7090]

My experience.....From 70 to 76, if you were with the FMF you were issued a M-16 and Alice pack. If you were with the Non-FMF, you were issued the M-14 and 782 gear.
Semper Fi

[rickf]

My experience.....From 70 to 76, if you were with the FMF you were issued a M-16 and Alice pack. If you were with the Non-FMF, you were issued the M-14 and 782 gear.
Semper Fi

I got the 16 and pack in 71.

[Mark]

I was with FMFPAC.