For Sale at Auction: 1953 Dodge M-37 in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

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1953 Dodge M-37 � Ton 4x4 Truck

The Dodge M37 is a 3/4 ton, 4x4 truck developed for the U.S. military, primarily serving during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. It replaced the earlier Dodge WC series and was itself later replaced by the Kaiser M715 and Dodge M880/M890 series. The M37 is known for its ruggedness and offroad capabilities, making it suitable for diverse terrains and combat situations.

Up for auction is this 1953 Dodge M-37 � Ton 4x4 truck showing 8,554 miles, but the true miles are unknown. This one presents in good condition with appropriately faded paint and patina throughout, along with some intact features. There are two VINS on the truck indicating 1951 and 1953. No keys are associated with this M-37.

Exterior
This olive drab pick up truck rides on three of four combat wheels which have beadlocks intended for rugged offroad conditions. There's a fourth combat wheel in the bed with a tire mounted. White markings such as numbers and Army stars are clean on the truck and the grille includes a Bridge Classification Plate in a different shade of green. The canvas top is in very nice condition with a small rear window that overlooks the bed. Back here, lots of surface rust exists on the bed's floor and the wooden stake sides are weathered. On the passenger side, we see a jerrycan mounted and an exhaust stack rising to the side of the bed towards the sky.

Interior
The no frills interior matches the exterior color, of course, and the 70/30 split bench seat is covered in canvas and in decent shape. The black steering wheel is faded and cracked, leading to the flat dash and instrument cluster that combines some newer Sunpro gauges with the originals. The floor is mostly barren and parts are constructed of textured steel for some grip, and a tall shifter rises up from the middle.

Drivetrain
The old engine has some modern additions including an inline fuel filter and some of the wiring. This is a 230ci L-head inline six cylinder rated at 78 horsepower and fueled through a 1-barrel carburetor. A New Process 88950 4-speed manual transmission is on board, sending power to the front and rear axles with 5.38 gears. Once you've returned to base, you'll use the drum brakes on all four wheels to bring the M-37 to a stop.

Undercarriage
The single exhaust runs through a stock style muffler and exits via a stack. Leaf springs make up the suspension front and rear.

Drive-Ability
There are no keys associated with this Army veteran.

Sale conducted by Geyer Auction Companies Pennsylvania license number AY-000243-L

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