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I went out looking for a step van or flatbed work truck when a 1947 2 or 3 ton Loadmaster found me. It has a running 235, it seems to shift and want to move but it has no brakes and I don't have room to test it were it is now. It looks like it might have the two speed read because of the vacuum lines but I'd have to get numbers off it to find all the info.

I just bought it and I'm waiting to bring it home but to be honest I'm I little lost with something of this age and have a few questions. Any help would be appreciated. Also I'm trying to keep it mostly original but as a functional work truck.

Are they 6v and what would a 12v coversion require if so?
Where would be recommended on the east coast to get vacuum and hydrolic parts remanded?
What should I look for as far as known wear and tear specifically for these trucks?

Thanks.

Let me start by saying welcome to the bolt. All the information you need on knowing your truck is on this website. Great bunch of people on here can answer any questions you may have,and using the "search" answers alot of questions too.
As for your truck being 6v or 12v depends on what you wanna run check out the electrical section and tech tips. Congrats on the 47. Don't forget to add pics of your new beauty.

WELCOME TO THE BIG BOLTS JZ!

Lots of Info here with a lot of guys that know where to go and where to look for anything you'll need. I to am working on a 47 Loadmaster 2 Ton. Good Luck ask away and Post some pictures when you can.

Hi I did a 4930 mile round trip with my 48 2 ton last year -Atlanta GA to Kingman AZ and back I have a lot of tips and info I'll be happy to share with you ,just pm me and I'll send you my email and phone number . I just tried to send a pm to you but you're over your limit to receive a pm. Paul N.
Here are some pics from my trip
going to AZ
https://www.flickr.com/photos/58989402@N08/albums/72157644935420409
return trip to GA
https://www.flickr.com/photos/58989402@N08/albums/72157645781325596