Wanted -M38A1 Tub

[Jermac]

Looking for a tub to replace what is left of the one on my 1968 M38A1 - CDN2. I was told all M38A1 tubs are the same regardless of the year but could someone verify that for me? I can get a "Repli-tub" out of Toledo ($3000 US). I would rather not spend that much just for a tub. It would be better spent on the other thousand things I need to restore this vehicle. Not in a real hurry as I will start the restore when I find enough parts. Until then it is tucked away in the corner of my garage and out of the elements. Wish the previous owner didn't leave it in a field uncovered for years.
Thanks
Jerry

[rob love]

There are still a couple decent tubs out in Westbourne surplus yard here in Manitoba. But one mans idea of decent may be another man's equivelent of scrap so you would have to look at them yourself.

All A1 tubs are not exactly the same, but close enough. The battery box lid had a different closure on the earliest tubs (50s) and even between the 67 and the 70 tubs there are some differences like seat belt points and some minor differences at the taillight mounting points. 1970/71 also had the closed hood hinges so the hood wouldn't fly off your head if you forgot to latch the hood whilst driving, but the mounting points for the hinges were the same, so you could change the hinges across. There are some other minor differences on the dash, but in a pinch, any M38A1 tub would interchange.

One has to watch those repli tubs. Apparently they all pretty much come from MD Juam of the Philipines, and no two are exactly alike. Seems like there are some serious issues regarding frame to body mounting points, fender mounting points, cowl geometry, etc.

[G166UC]

Jerry,
I have a very nice M38A-1 jeep for sale down here in Arizona. The body is in excellent condition. Includes all seats, wheels, correct motor. Most body parts are intact. I can send you pictures if you are interested. Just give me your e-mail address. Asking $2500 for the jeep. Rod Shaver

[JBizal]

I have several jeeps to part out and this includes the tubs. You can view them at www.midwestmil.com
John

[Jermac]

Hi Rod
Would love to see some pictures of the M38A1 you have. Might be a better start for a restore. Can you also give me info as to the year, engine, t/c etc? My email is (gmac@golden.net). Found this web site while searching for M38A1 parts. Glad I did. Seems like there's a heck of a lot of knowledgeable people on here. Can see this as my main source for information on military Jeeps.
Thanks
Jerry

[rob love]

Jerry
You have been over to G503.com, haven't you? While Maple Leaf Up is the absolute best site in my opinion for WW2 Canadian rolling stock, the M38/M38A1 forum section on the G503 site is considered by many to be the best in the M38 knowledge.