Chevrolet G506 - Wikipedia
WEBThe Chevrolet G506 was a series of 1+1⁄2-ton, 4x4 trucks used by the US Army and its allies during and after World War II. Learn about its history, specifications, body types and variants.
US Army Chevrolet G506 series, 1-1/5 ton 4x4 light truck
WEBLearn about the US Army's Chevrolet G506 series, a light truck produced from 1940 to 1945 and used in WW2 and after. See the design, engine, variants and production of this iconic vehicle.
A Closer Look… Chevrolet G-506 1-1/2-ton trucks
WEBJan 16, 2020 · Learn about the design, production and use of Chevrolet G-506 1-1/2-ton trucks in World War II. Find out the differences between split and banjo axles, grille bars, spring shackles and other details of these versatile vehicles.
G506 5-speed - G503 Military Vehicle Message Forums
WEBApr 15, 2022 · I ended up going with a Muncie 5-speed out of a Studebaker US6 (should be identical to the CCKW 5-speed minus the input shaft that someone swapped before me, so it bolted in just fine). I understand the jackshaft needs to be shortened to accommodate the longer transmission.
GMC CCKW 2½-ton 6×6 truck explained - Everything Explained …
WEBThe transmission was a Warner T93 5-speed with a direct 4th gear and overdrive 5th gear. The transfer case had high and low gears, and engaged the front axle. Originally all axles were a Timken split type, later trucks also used GM "banjo" types.
My new G506 with questions - G503 Military Vehicle Message …
WEBJun 21, 2012 · I have a G506 that has been converted to a wrecker, and I'm looking to put "period looking" turn signals in where the B/O lights used to reside. Good luck on your parts searches to make your truck more complete.
Chevrolet G506 | Military Wiki - Fandom
WEBThe G506 used a Chevrolet BV-1001-UP 235 cu in (3.9 L) I6 OHV gasoline engine, producing 83 hp (62 kW) at 3100rpm and 184 lbf·ft (249 N·m) at 1000 rpm. This is a smaller version of the GMC engine used in the CCKW. All models had a 4 speed manual non-synchronized transmission and a two speed transfer case. Chassis []
42 Chevy G506 382497-S Restoration - The GMC CCKW
WEBNov 8, 2019 · The G503 speedo face I have has odometer and trip windows that are ever so slightly wider and a bit longer. So I blacked them out and copied a new face from the master copy I made. So now I can custom cut the windows specifically to …
G506 axle swap - G503 Military Vehicle Message Forums
WEBFeb 2, 2020 · Flat top aluminum pistons, a pretty health cam (440 lift - 276 duration) 8.5 to 1 compression, a Weber 2 bbl. carb. that flowed 425 c.f.m. and a Jimmy AS-T93 5 speed. That engine was dyno'ed and put out 245 H.P. at the crank flange and was able to the truck around very well.
1942 G-506 (G71017) Chevrolet 1-1/2-ton Truck - Military …
WEBMay 8, 2019 · Learn how Tim Scobie restored his 1942 G-506 Chevrolet 1-1/2-ton truck and how he uses it for parades, reenactments and charity events. See photos, specs and tips for driving this WWII historic military vehicle.
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