The GMC CCKW

I have been working on the troop racks and I cannot find a picture of what the rear strap that goes from side to side on the rear of the troop racks looks like. Does anyone have a picture of that strap? Does it use hooks like the jeep doorway straps?

John

The hook is different from the side straps on a Jeep.

You can use an M-Series until you find the correct WW2 one.

I lost my 1st WW2 one at an airshow. Someone needed it more than me!

My 2nd WW2 strap has an 8-32 hole in it with a bolt and Elastic Stop Nut on it to prevent that hook from being opened unless you have tools to remove the bolt and nut.

John
Frank von Rosensteil had some avail NOS a few years ago...don't know if he has any left,but you could give a shout.

Hope this helps
John

Thanks John. I've got to speak to Frank tomorrow. I never thought to ask him for that!

John

I bought a strap off ebay for an M37. At least that was what the seller said. The hardware looks correct. The stap was a khaki color. It had to be expanded to the max to reach from side to side, but it did fit. It is tight but puts a slight pressure on the racks which I guess is good.

John