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MB 343496
This jeep is currently being restored. The engine, transmission, gearbox and dataplates were missing.
I found out that the jeep was sold at the W.A.A. SF Bay area jeep sale to veterans at may 17th 1946. I found OD painted over with forrest green and a few yellow markings under which the brand of MCB Camp Pendleton South California. I assume that the jeep was a standard MB issued to the USMC. It is most likely that the jeep was a base vehicle.
I got an estimated Hood Number from Tom W. which is 20606150. I'd like to get the Hood Number a little more accurate if I can, so if anyone with a Jeep is near my serial number with an original Hood Number, I'd like to hear about it.
I am also still looking for a good estimate of the USMC number, photos of Camp Pendleton jeeps or I would like to get in touch with other Camp Pendleton jeep owners. I know there are at least 2 other Camp Pendleton jeeps.
Finally, if there is someone who can help me with small items to dress the jeep with, for example a period correct window sticker from the MCB, then I would be recommended. You can reach me on the G503 forum under the name Michel. Thank you and enjoy your jeep!
| Model & Serial Number | MB 343496 |
| Registrant's Name | Michel |
| City, State/Region, Country | , Gelderland, Nederland |
| Date of Acquisition | 2020-08-28 |
| Date this SNdb Record Created | 2020-11-14 13:01:06 |
| Date This SNdb Record Last Updated | 2022-01-26 19:24:32 |
| Mystery Box | ORD |
| Gross Weight | 3125 |
| Data Plate Origin | Missing |
| Data Plate Material | Zinc |
| Date of Delivery (DOD) | 1944-06-19 |
| Frame Number | 343496 |
| Engine Number | 430968 |
| Hood (Mil. Reg.) Number | 20606150 (est.) |
| Body Number | 62420 |
| Body Type | ACM Type 2 |