Canadian contract jeeps (was: CDLV 505 Jeep Serial numbers...)

[Colin Macgregor Stevens]

Chris Vickery wrote:

Colin, my MB was mfg around Aug 31, 1942 or possibly Sept 1, 1942. Trying to make it as correct as possible, I could therefore use a non script body, add the BODL assy and eliminate the lifting rings and still be OK?

Canadian contract W-LU 440-M-PERS-1 CDLV 505 last batch of jeeps (technically although they are part of the MB serial number sequence and have the MB chassis according to the dash data plate, they are not MBs but rather are a sub-variant) made between Aug 31 to Sept 2 1942 were approx SN MB 170383 - 171286 (based upon known surviving examples +/or data plates recorded in my data base which has 1,539 WWII jeeps plus many post-war Canadian jeeps, trailers, Ferrets etc. These jeeps had:
1. Black out drive light on left fender
2. CDLV 505 data plates (including the special manuals one on dash over the steering column)
3. Three stud spare tire carrier
4. NO "WILLYS" script
5. Did have Jerrican carrier
6. Did have safety rings for pintle hook
7. Did have trailer socket for electrical connection.
8. Did have the four lifting rings (note they are NOT towing rings. USMC special contract jeeps also had these four lifting rings and as well two front tow hooks on top of frame horns but Canadian jeeps did not have the two tow hooks.

The parts manuals go into detail for Canadian changes e.g. a minor wiring change in the light switch.

Evidence indicates that the convoy light was added in UK as was the convoy light switch. Also added in UK were the blackout head light guards and special black out headlight (I have one NOS and have several replicas of the BO headlight guard but would like an original - found 3 but could not talk owners out of any.)

Hanno - Regarding the new book on Canadian jeeps coming out from Service Publications - I expect it will be good and will use material from our national archives in Ottawa but it will not have all the details that collectors want as the series is not aimed at collectors and restorers, but rather at the casual market. It will be worth buying however as the series is a good overview of the various Canadian vehicles.

[JRRDixon]

Originally Posted by Colin Macgregor Stevens

Chris Vickery wrote:
Canadian contract W-LU 440-M-PERS-1 CDLV 505 last batch of jeeps (technically although they are part of the MB serial number sequence and have the MB chassis according to the dash data plate, they are not MBs but rather are a sub-variant) made between Aug 31 to Sept 2 1942 were approx SN MB 170383 - 171286 (based upon known surviving examples +/or data plates recorded in my data base which has 1,539 WWII jeeps plus many post-war Canadian jeeps, trailers, Ferrets etc.

I did recently stumble across two sets of data plates.

Both CDLV 505 plates on brass stamped
Chassis 170319
Engine 176690
8-31-42

Chassis 170812
Engine Blurred in picture
8-31-42

They are in a private collection.

[JT Kweens]

Hey guy/gals

I first want to say thanks for all the information you guys have recorded here for the 505's.

I got good new I have found one of our lost CDLV 505 Jeeps. PO though it was a 46 and was planing to use it for parts for a CJ-3A. DOB 7-1-42. She is in extremely rough shape. Still trying to figure her out. Been luck and have found a correct T-84/Dana 18, combat rims and frame for her.

But I do find we lack of newer picture of current 505's. Been trying to find what the dash should look like, and I would love to see everyone's projects.

[Gavin E.]

Evening all, to resurrect this thread; i acquired Canadian Slat serial 118916. with a Complete restore able body. Unfortunately some where along the line the engine was swapped with a Chevy 350 and the frame hacked up.

Since I have gotten it, I have found a Canadian Slat Engine 200 serial numbers off with a REME tag from 52; I have the correct head/ oil pan and found the right transfer case and transmission casting. I am hoping to have this restored over the next 2 years. The frame was gone; but i have a line on a Canadian slat frame, (premium price ) It will live again,

This thread has been great for photos; If anyone knows of or has a correct wiper motor or other slat parts they are will to part with please message me. i have lots of MB and M38 parts and a F marked head to trade.

kind regards,
Gavin

[M38CDNBill]

Hi Slat grille enthusiasts,

A friend of mine has found a slat grille near my town in Quebec. He found a CDLV 242 contract and the SN is 120446. The body number stamped on the gusset is 22244. He's very excited of this gem despite the bad shape of this jeep. Here is the first two pictures of the data plate and the general view of this Slat.

[Eric B]

Interesting

Very close SN to some used overseas.

SN 120452 had WD 1185623 and was found in the UK.

A look at the dash will confirm if it had the convoy/Brake light switch added.

Nice find.
Eric

[BCA]

Sorting my engines and found this MB block: MB161122. I suspect it was from a CDLV 505 contract. Does that make sense?

[M38CDNBill]

Originally Posted by Eric B

... Very close SN to some used overseas. SN 120452 had WD 1185623 and was found in the UK. A look at the dash will confirm if it had the convoy/Brake light switch added...

Hi Eric, here is a picture of the dash of this slat. I asked Luc to take a look under the rear frame to find some evidence of a convoy lamp. To teach and help him, do you have a vintage or current picture of this lamp and the place where it was placed?