Re: [MV] M211 pros and cons

From: DDoyle9570@aol.com
Date: Tue Feb 19 2002 - 18:12:37 PST


In a message dated 2/19/02 8:58:30 PM Central Daylight Time,
specwar@piace.com writes:

<< Was wondering what the pro's and con's would be of owning an M211? What
 are some of the problem areas people have to deal with on them.
>>

Cons:
Harder to take apart than G-742 trucks.
Harder to find parts for than G-742 trucks.
There is more bogus information about the transmission in these trucks than
there is real information about them.

Pros:
Unique styling.
Automatic Transmission.
Much quieter than M35A2.
Better ride than M35.
Really cool spare tire carrier.
Historically, has unique place in post-WWII tactical trucks.....watch for
book (eventually)

Before buying:
Make sure that the truck will drive, and back up, check both.
If truck doesn't run, verify that the water cooled transmission has not
frozen and burst.

Before putting a wrench on the truck:
BUY the manuals, and follow them (as opposed to old wive's tales).

Hope this helps,
David Doyle



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