Maurice Posted November 15, 2013 Share Posted November 15, 2013 with regards to the reflectors , these are Dutch army , did the truck come from Holland ? Remember seeing 3 closed cab GMC`s without winch in Van Dams yard in the late 80ies , one went to Italy . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWade Posted November 16, 2013 Author Share Posted November 16, 2013 Hello Maurice, I am not sure of the History of the truck, I do know that the currant owner purchased it here in the UK, as to where it came from before that I dont know/ With regards to the reflectors, these were the ones that were on the body, so they are going back.Regards Howard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWade Posted April 1, 2014 Author Share Posted April 1, 2014 Its been a while since the last update, but as some of you know I had been unwell over Christmas and the New year, well after having a good break from it all, I have been getting back to work on a day by day basis. I am pleased to say that I am feeling alot better. The dump truck is coming on really well, The bonnet is now on and all of the electrics are sorted, I have also fitted a hidden electric socket at the rear for a trailer board.The seats have had new canvas fitted, and I have also fitted a canvas headlining. The headlights are also all together. The tipping gear also works a treat and theres no leaks from any seals.I have also fitted the pioneer rack, and a jerrycan holder as requested by the owner. Ive also fitted a isolator switch. Here are a few more pics I would have liked to put the markings on but the customer wants to do this. Howard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Degsy Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 Glad to hear you are now fit enough to return to work Howard:thumbsup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starfire Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 Was it difficult to install the small dog on the quarter panel? How do you keep it from falling off during accelerating, braking and cornering? Love the work. Cheers, Terry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.O.S. Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 (edited) Terry, that is the ultimate heavy truck accessory - the SIRENDOG. Much more fun than a Sirenlight. The big ones as seen below are great on big WLF wreckers and the like, maybe the occasional GMC, but definitely over-the-top on a Jeep. I think the one Howard has put on this GMC is actually the smaller Jeep version. As with the SIRENLIGHTS they come in 6, 12 and 24 volts - here's one that looks to be the wrong voltage for the truck: Edited April 2, 2014 by N.O.S. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWade Posted April 2, 2014 Author Share Posted April 2, 2014 High Terry glad you like the work the dog is an extra if required, super glue works wonders,it helps to have a streamline dog though. I took the tipper into the meadow for a run and a couple of pics with the body in tip position. Howard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon_M Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 Good to have you back Howard truck looks just fine too - maybe a bit too nice for a GMC .....:blush: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWade Posted April 2, 2014 Author Share Posted April 2, 2014 Hello Gordon I did think about getting a digger and giving it a load of rubble, don't think the owner would have liked it though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerry275 Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 Looking good Howard.:-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWade Posted May 3, 2014 Author Share Posted May 3, 2014 Well I am pleased to say that the dump truck was collected today by her owner, who was very pleased with the result. So keep your eyes open and you may see her on the show circuit. Thats another satisfied customer. Now for the next project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.O.S. Posted May 3, 2014 Share Posted May 3, 2014 …... Now for the next project. :shocking: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vulture Posted November 21, 2014 Share Posted November 21, 2014 Well I am pleased to say that the dump truck was collected today by her owner, who was very pleased with the result. So keep your eyes open and you may see her on the show circuit. Thats another satisfied customer. Now for the next project. Stunning job Howard :clap: Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWade Posted November 22, 2014 Author Share Posted November 22, 2014 Hello Ian Thanks for that I do my best, the owner has had the truck out this season and very pleased with her. Howard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom goodman Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 Just bought a gmc dump truck 95 percent complete could use some information 1942 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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