Military-Vehicles: Re: [MV] CJ-3A vs M-38

Re: [MV] CJ-3A vs M-38

Jeff Polidoro (willys@vgernet.net)
Thu, 11 Sep 1997 15:31:08 -0400

> I've come across a vehicle that is for sell that is either a CJ-3A or a
> M-38 (probably the CJ-3A but I want to be sure).
>
> It has the solid glass windshield and the vent centered on the
> windshield frame that is an earmark for both vehicles. My question is:
> What do I need to look for to see if it is a M-38 and not a CJ-3A?
> I'm not very familiar with these two Jeeps.
> Now show me an M-38A1, CJ-5 and later spinoffs and I can handle it...
> ;)
> I'd appreciate any help you can give.
> Thanks and have a great day.
>
> Garry Hancock

Many ways to tell but the easiest is by the VIN. What is it?

M-38 is 24V, has ID tag on front of RR wheelhouse should start with
MC-XXXXX. Has pivoting grille. Reinforced tailgate, doesn't say Willys on
hood or tailgate. Vent is closed. Fuel filler neck is large diameter.
Has military style plaques on dash. Has waterproof ignition. Battery tray
in cowl and underhood battery box (usually missing though). Pintle hook.
steering wheel is OD, not black, etc, etc, etc...

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