My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
The steel brake line I but has a "copper" like coating on the outside for some corrosion protection.
I am sure Henrik would not use copper line as his work is at the top!
Keep posting photos!
Ed
I am sure Henrik would not use copper line as his work is at the top!
Keep posting photos!
Ed
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
Ed is right. These are steel lines. I was not happy with the color in the beginning, but it has grown on me and they
are easy to work with. These new lines have better corrosion properties as Ed says.
Reg
Hinrik
are easy to work with. These new lines have better corrosion properties as Ed says.
Reg
Hinrik
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
Getting ready to overhaul the dash. Die Hard is early model with glass fuse circuit brakers. Old board was hopless, so got a NOS one
to replace it with. Original board at bottom of photo.
One thing of interest, there is a small condenser, bolted on the inside of the dash close to the CB board,. It is not listed on the wiring diagram.
Where does it connect to, and where do I get a new one? Gary H?
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to replace it with. Original board at bottom of photo.
One thing of interest, there is a small condenser, bolted on the inside of the dash close to the CB board,. It is not listed on the wiring diagram.
Where does it connect to, and where do I get a new one? Gary H?
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
My instrument cluster was in poor shape, had rust on the dial etc. But good news was that the center decal was ok.
I tried fixing it without too much hassel. Used fine sandpaper and scotchbrite to sand down the damage.
Before
Tried to use the satin chrome paint. Cae out ok, but looks better when dry,
After sanding:
Used a simple spray can lid to protect decal:
This was a bit of trail and error, but I think it came out ok. I only spent ca. 2 hours on the total rebuild.
I tried fixing it without too much hassel. Used fine sandpaper and scotchbrite to sand down the damage.
Before
Tried to use the satin chrome paint. Cae out ok, but looks better when dry,
After sanding:
Used a simple spray can lid to protect decal:
This was a bit of trail and error, but I think it came out ok. I only spent ca. 2 hours on the total rebuild.
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
I guess a small update might be in order.
Dash repaired and fitted. Ready for the gauges!
NOS light switch with correct markings
NOS panel dimmer switch
Dash repaired and fitted. Ready for the gauges!
NOS light switch with correct markings
NOS panel dimmer switch
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
Wiring work in progress
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
Since I overhauled the engine, I did not like the paint on the starter, so I took a look at it.
Good thing I did
All parts cleaned and painted
As per army regulations, all grease points should have red markings, so I painted that on service points
Good thing I did
All parts cleaned and painted
As per army regulations, all grease points should have red markings, so I painted that on service points
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Wonder what this unmarked NOS package is....
NOS starter solinoid switch still with nice cadmium plating
Starter complete ready for installation
NOS starter solinoid switch still with nice cadmium plating
Starter complete ready for installation
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
Conversion to roller model. Used a simple car jack to remove old gusset plates
Then got "Valli" my expert welder friend to come in and fit the repro brackets to frame
Then got "Valli" my expert welder friend to come in and fit the repro brackets to frame
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
Much better then my welds!
Test fitting of parts
Once primed, cant hardly see this was welded on
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Some NOS / arsenal refinished parts. Found the gun mounts in Holland. Only 250 Euros per mount with ammo box,
cheapest price I found
cheapest price I found
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
Outstanding! Keep up the great work.
"Keep 'Em Rolling"
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
Thanks for the update Hinrik.
Amazing work.
Kevin
Amazing work.
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
Hinrik glad to see you back on the board, nice progress. the gauge set looks really good.
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Re: My M2A1 "Die Hard" Halftrack
Henrik, beautiful work!! An inspiration to all of us budding halftrack restorers. Any new updates?
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