USM may indicate a repro frame that was sold via a company in Minneapolis in the 70's and 80's. Posted: Mon 11:21 am Post subject: USM serial number The problem therein is a lack of interest by so many members whom I have sent survey forms to and never recieved a reply. We need a much more complete database before we can accurately interpret engine production vs jeep production. It would at least indicate a year.ġ986 CDN Armstron MT500 dispatch Motorcycle Assuming that that is the original block. Also it was very common for the date of the vehicle's purchase from the government to be listed on the title as year of manufacture.Ĭan thje engine serial number be used to determine approximate date of delivery of the US built ones. Just a reminder that here in the US many Motor Vehicle departments used yo use the engine serial number for the title's VIN. I should recieve the title docs soon and may be the registration will help me identify the Jeep. I will take a much closer look when the vehcile arrives from the transport. (Not riveted)Ģ-The front frame rails are boxed in from the bumper to almost the firewall.ģ-There are two welded brackets on the right frame rail just behind and below the battery tray for mounting the military voltage regulator.Ĥ-The pedal mounting shaft support is bolted to the right frame just below the driver's feet. Just to be sure that M38 tub is in fact sitting on an M38 chassis can you confirm the following:ġ-Front bumper is bolted on. Are there no serial tags on the dash or the front end of the right rear wheelhouse? I believe I recall seeing the listing for that jeep. Also Willys did not stamp any serial numbers on the frames of the M38 and M38A1 series jeeps.
Aslo unlike the Canadian Armed Forces the US did not stamp serial or registration numbers on the frame. Could be the property of stamp for another type organization such as Univ. I can't think of any US military branch that uses the prefix USM. Can anyone help me identify this vehicle, and when it was produced? I am trying to determine what these numbers mean. The Chassis has a military stamp USM4414CM. I need to prove the year the vehicle was produced to be able to import the jeep. The body tub is definitely an M38 howevere it is registered as a 47 CJ2a I just purchase an M38 in Colorodo and am going to import it to Canada. Posted: Wed 10:47 am Post subject: M38 Vehicle Identification :: View topic - M38 Vehicle Identification Forum FAQ Search Usergroups Profile Log in to check your private messages Log in WTT: M38A1 driver door w/canvas for passenger sideĪir Force M38 to McConnell AFB open house Reputable Willy's mechanic in Jacksonville Area Willys M Jeeps Forums-viewtopic-M38 Vehicle Identificationĭon't have an account yet? You can create one here.
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