1942 cmp f15a

[leo tomaiolo]

i can't believe it's been a year since i posted my progress. new computer and just super busy. but i have been working on the cmp right thru. with the cab off i have taken the engine out. i won't be using this block. so it will go into storage for now. it does have a rebuild plate dated 1947. the engine from the f60 will be used. it's at the machine shop and should be done in a few months. i use the winch to roll the frame back up over the 4" lip on my concrete pad. saves a lot of effort. now the engine and transmission are ready to be split.

[leo tomaiolo]

so the transmission is in tough shape inside. the gear cluster is pretty much spare parts. so i will be using the transmission from the f60 also. it's in fantastic shape. i do a separate post on the transmissions later. so i have continued to strip down the frame. took the 3 small tool boxes off the under side of the bed. there in rough shape. probably fab them new, when i do the large tool box behind the cab too. i took the 41 to a local show, didn't unhook the PAK yet. can't be all work. lol

[Bob Carriere]

Hi Leo

Once the tranny is cleaned up you may be surprised how good the parts are bearings may need replacing but the guts may be very good.

The small fuel can boxes are easy enough to repro as most bends are 90 degrees.... the bigger tool box is a little more complicated.

Good luck with your resto......

Bob C