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lbesq wrote:I can not find a list for 1965 I believe that according to the Military nomenclature tag, that is states 4-65 . You should be able to find the chassis number on the frame rail as described earlier. It should match the International Harvester data tag number. By the Wheel base, it is a "shorty". Did you not get a title or any paperwork with it? If not, For all intents and purposes, it is a 1965 AM122 A would be the "model" and M designates Metro 122 would indicate at least a 3/4 ton capacity depending on spring pack on the rear axle. Those Drums are virtually impossible to find. If they are too far worn(do not let someone "turn" them down, they can be just barely smoothed to work) There is a place that can re-sleeve the drums, Not cheap. Shoes can be relined with material, and if drums are a bit worn, could perhaps go with a thicker brake material. Does it turn over? What are your plans? The one I had, my plan was to put a set of 1/2 ton axles under it from a Pickup. Easier to find wheels for and such. A lot depends on what you want to do, and How much you are willing to spend. Do not get discouraged.
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lbesq wrote:Picture of the motor, but by the HP, it is possibly a BD240. If you can find the Chassis number on the frame, and it matches the Data plate, then I think it might be in the Sixties. Someone will possibly speak up, and either confirm or deny. It does look a lot like the 50's one I had. If it has that low of miles on it, they are probably accurate. If it turns over, it will probably run. Does it have an old battery in it? If it does, is it a 6 volt or a 12 volt? If six volt, it will more than likely be a positive ground. Someone will want those Mail Bags, That is Cool! It is possible also that it could be a 50's That was sold to the military in the 60's but kinda doubt it. Again, out of my wheelhouse. As for Axles, Front is solid, correct? I have heard of someone putting the hubs from a heavy half ton on the spindles. That would require lots of measuring and finding the appropriate bearings to fit the spindles and "new" hubs with 5 bolt studs, also could look the other way to see if something from a newer brand might work and go with an 8 bolt. It is possible that a person could put something from a jeep Dana set up or early ford, Solid axle for the front. The main thing is to measure, measure, measure. Oh, and lots of money and patience. I hope you got it for a good price, years ago I paid a $1000 for mine without a title. Regret letting it go.
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