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Re: BIG BROTHER-LITTLE BROTHER

Post by Joe Gopan » Tue Jul 14, 2020 9:08 am

Note the natural metal finish on the windshield center strip that appeared on early closed cab trucks.
According to the Master Parts Lists, it is permissible. Anyone notice the layout of the 1st Series 1574 Windshield Wipers, they are not the same as on the 2nd Series 1608 Closed Cabs. The "Rest" position of the arms is different.

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Re: BIG BROTHER-LITTLE BROTHER

Post by Joe Gopan » Wed Oct 14, 2020 4:52 am

The 1st Series CCKW/CCKWX have a 1574 Cab with Civilian Instrument Panel. I chose to alter the dash to the later Round Gauges as the correct parts were too scarce.
The 1574 Cab was also installed on Civilian GMC Trucks, the Civilian 1574 Cab was different than the CCKWX/CCKW version in many details.
It's a good idea to mount the Pioneer Bracket on the drivers side, it is easy to scuff the tools when backing up in subdued light.
I finally installed all brass data plates, not quite OEM but they do match.
This truck uses Ethanol Free Gasoline only. It is a totally different truck. It feels its Wheaties now.
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Re: BIG BROTHER-LITTLE BROTHER

Post by Joe Gopan » Fri Nov 13, 2020 12:36 pm

The GI Issue CCKW heater comes in handy during cold Veteran's Day parades and ceremonies.
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Re: BIG BROTHER-LITTLE BROTHER

Post by Joe Gopan » Fri Jan 29, 2021 2:46 pm

LIFE BEGINS AT 80.
CCKW USA-W454317 will be 80 years young come May.
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Re: BIG BROTHER-LITTLE BROTHER

Post by Joe Gopan » Fri Mar 19, 2021 3:15 pm

Don't settle for just a Jeep, restore a CCKW.
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Re: BIG BROTHER-LITTLE BROTHER

Post by twinflyer17 » Fri Jun 25, 2021 11:13 am

Joe Gopan wrote:
Fri Mar 19, 2021 3:15 pm
Don't settle for just a Jeep, restore a CCKW.
LOL :lol: I'm sure most of us here would love to have a CCKW, but were would we all store it? You can't own/live in a location with a normal sized yard, driveway, and garage and own something that big. Would be cool to have someday, though :wink:
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