Help wanted on early CMP C15

[JohnG]

Hello,
My name is John and I am living in the Netherlands. Recently i came across a early C8 (I think) cab11. With a 2A1 body. It is partly restored with care and the vihicle seems very complete to me! Unfortunatly No dateplate;-(
I have bought it (I consider myself very lucky!) and start completing the resoration asap
The truck is stil at the Sellers address. I Will post pictures when I pick the truck up.
I would like to ask the experts on this forum if they can point me in the right direction regarding the research on some numbers and letters i have found on the engine.

I have seen the following markings:
0R CH dP (small letters left above the following characters on the same spot)
PV50I6xx (I am not sure on the P could be also a R, the last two are digits but I prefer not to reveal them)
I would be happy with what ever information regarding the engine comes up and if there is a link with the model it sits in.
Thanks in advance!
John

[Alex van de Wetering]

Hi John,

Welcome on the forum and congratulations on the purchase of the early Chev!

Some info on engine/chassis numbers of C8's can be found here on the forum:
http://www.mapleleafup.net/forums/sh...?t=6749&page=6

More info on engine numbers can be found in the link below. A lot of the info on this site actually comes from MLU's David Hayward, who has sadly passed away a few years ago.
http://hotrod.gregwapling.com/chev-t...dian-chev.html

Judging from your description that it has a 2A1 body, I wonder if it could be a C15, in stead of a C8. Is it a wooden body?

Please post some pictures of the truck when you have picked it up.

Alex

[JohnG]

Thanks Alex for the welcom!

I have found the database, but tough the search option, I couldn't find anything simmelar to the engine number I have found.
Also the additional little letters have to mean something and I can't emagine that this is the first truck where they are found at.

Nevertheless I think this forum is absolute the place to be to gather information on my CMP Chevy.
And I will be a regular visitor for sure!

The body is indeed full wood, the sides and back can be opened in downward position!
The spare wheel and toolbox are positioned in between the cab and body!
the truck has two full back fenders.
After studying several pictures and discussions in this Forum I must conclude is is a 2A1.

I am new in this scene and not familiar with the CMP vihicles. as far As my knowledge goes it is possible that the truck is a C15. I was informed that the previous owner died before he could finish it. Very sad!
And the seller was not really into wartime Vihicles and had told me what he heard. So for me all motivated options are open

Alex does your remark on the body means that there where no C8 with the 2A1 body?

I have done some search on the web to identifying differences between C8 4x2 and C15 4x2. But could not find helpful information!
At the moment I don't know the chassisnumber but recall that i have seen on the French registration papers the truck is mentioned as " model 84"

Will be continued I assume!
I will send pictures when I pick the truck up for more details.
For now I am open for suggestions and help!

[JohnG]

This is a picture of the engine nr i have found. after the 6 there are two digets more.

[cletrac (RIP)]

Here's my thread on the C15 with a 2A1 body.

[JohnG]

Thanks David,
I have looked over your threat and his is helpful indeed. Nice job!
A good impression for when I start to rebuild the body!
I have the luck that the body is rotten but very complete with all wood and hardware.
Hope I will find some identification on the type that confirms it is a C15.

I would like to ask you an additional question....
Is the number I posted not the engine number? I have read something on cast numbers that could identify the production date!

Kind regards!
John

[JohnG]

I am looking for the part number of the “Seal, pinion Flange Oil” for a C15 AND “Gasket , pinion Bearing Teainer to Carrier.”

Number 10 AND 7 maintanance Manuel CMP 1942.
Chapter Rear Axle H-13

Or is there a Way I can find iT myself?
Thanks!
John

[Alex van de Wetering]

John,

Hopefully your project is moving along nicely!

Part numbers:
3653618 Gasket , pinion Bearing reteainer to Carrier
3652257 Seal assy, pinion Flange Oil

Also attached is a page from the part manual that you might find useful.

Alex

[JohnG]

This is very helpfull.
And yes my truck is ready for the road just some issues after test driving.
Will post picture later but have to reduce size before uploading.

[JohnG]

My almost fully restored 1940 CMP C15, cab 11

After replacing the engine I did some test driving and completed in total 150 mile without any serious trouble so very proud and ready for the season!!

[JohnG]

My speedometer was not working, and replaying the cable did not work.
When I opened the gearbox the speedo drive was missing.

Now I am looking for a few part numbers:
I believe in my truck sits a sm420 4 speed gearbox.

I am looking for the speedo drive gear. Indicated as 4.337 speedometer gear on the picture. Are they available anywhere?
And I would like to renew the (Rear) oil seal on the gearbox.

Appreciate all help.