M715 Military Trucks

I show and talk about 4 of the M715 series trucks that I have. Also a small bit in the middle about a Sale at NPS Industrial surplus store.
(Note: In the video I said the spool of 3/8" cable was 300 feet, it is in fact 500 feet)

[@einblutwolf5356]

All I'm seeing is 4 goats that need to be welded together 2X2 linking steering & having identical power plants installed. Some fat & squishy mudders deflated reeeal low... or 4 separate goats ready for rolling wherever already. My Pops had told me stories about riding around in these over in Germany between '66-'69. Driving around with chains in 2' of snow. After hearing about this and seeing photos, then reading anything I could find about them. I was hooked. The 318 is a GREAT idea. Nice discounted steals loaded on the ATV. Ever heard of ROKON? Well Alan... (shout out to Bob Fendrick for having posted in the comments) Thanks for the tour & time taken for the video. That certainly is a little piece of Heaven out there in the Mountains... Noticed you had a few tires... tire walls filled with earth & tamped make some seriously long lasting & insulated walls. Hey have a good one, thanks again for posting.

[@kingmanstudent]

I love those old trucks

[@robertottwell605]

Really like all your vehicles you have collected, I have driven most of them and operated most of the equipment you have from military. But I would sell all that stuff so you can finish your house on the mountain.

[@garyhopkinssr8561]

I love all of your Mopars Alan I'm a Mopar man to love your show.✌

[@fyerfyter339]

Get one of the 5/4’s a flat bed and water tank. You’re water and concrete hauling is solved. Then a fork lift attachment on the 331 to unload up at the top. Thanks for your videos as you proceed with everything. 👍

[@Kiki-Kauai]

I love those old jeeps!

[@milcommguy5927]

I believe you are the Alan I bought my Gama Goat tires and winch parts from. I have a 1968 m715 restored, thanks for sharing.

[@jayjones6904]

Could hear them mile away them gamma goat's

[@bobfendrick7819]

Thank you Alan for posting .. You inspire me to keep chasing my dreams .

[@mtnfortresslabs]

That's great! I am glad I can inspire. You are most welcome.

[@dustymojave]

In the 1980s, I had a neighbor who had one of these Kaiser Willys M715s. Always parked beside his earlier Dodge, which also had a pickup bed on back. Probably early 1950s vintage. Same sort of cab as seen on original Power Wagons. I loved the Kaiser Willys, but I always thought the Dodge was even more cool.

[@Dubnot]

I subscribed because I wanted to see you showcase this stuff. Now I feel like we are slowing you down so you can stop and show us. You are a gift. You don't need KZbin. There are other people for that. Just thank you for allowing some of us to think we can accomplish a fragment of what you started on that hill.

[@CAGE-CODE_30LU7]

Greetings, this reminds me of the 90's, out in blazing hot Phoenix Arizona… I built such a monster M-715 weapons carrier frame and chassis. Whereupon I mounted a red 1963 GMC Truck body on it, a close fit, powered by a built 454 Rat motor / Turbo 400 Trans, it had a Predator Carb with a bird catcher Mr. Gasket scoop, a massive tube bumper, racing seats and full harnesses, fail-safe (Selectro) front hubs on huge tires. It never failed me! Unfortunately I had to sell it off in 1999; sure wish I had kept it! Back then I had to make a command decision in order to expand my horizons beyond a certain Catholic/Hispanic Evil Influence/Control over my ex-wife; who refused to seek professional help, it infected our life for the worst… Anyhow, I wisely went AWOL instead of Atomic! I had too much stuff to move; so this main weldor/mechanic truck got sacrificed as the extra money was much needed. I also had a tiny International Scout 800 or some kind of neat International 2 door V-8/4x4? Anyhow, if anyone knows the whereabouts of this special custom built Rat/Rod, Red 1963 GMC upon an M-715 Weapons carrier truck I built, please advise? I would love to be reunited with it! I put much blood, sweat and tears into developing it and making it all work together so well... It was a real beast and much needed therapy! I remember the transfer case having slash cut gears, whining like a 747 coming in for a landing at 60mph down the highway! It would blow away shocked provokers, you could not touch the dash as it launched you into your seat hard. If it still exists today, you might hear it thundering before you get a glance at my spirit! Just my FYI… Kindly, CT

[@johnsquires9645]

Had a lot of fun driving the 3/4,5/4,2 1/2 and 5 ton when I was in the military

[@mothman4676]

Our fire department had one of those old war machines back in the 90s. I would’ve loved to have gotten my greasy mitts on it 👍

[@mtnfortresslabs]

They are HARD to find. I don't even know of any in my area. M715 stock will run 60 on highway no problem. Thanks!

[@graphite737]

Love the M715, my in-laws got one and I have always been fond of them.

[@mtnfortresslabs]

Once the main building is over, all my M715's are in line with being restored... 2 are almost restored, but 2 will need some work. One will get a military Mopar 318 as the power plant... Thanks

[@Kathy98363]

Love Your videos. I'm continuing my binge watch. God Bless.❤🙏 No comment necessary. ❤

[@bellofbelmont]

Slowly working through your content. Thanks for the vid. There's a LOT of stuff on youtube. 🤣 Jim Bell (Australia)

[@jayjones6904]

Ty Allen you are blessed brother stay safe

[@nellieblankenship1115]

I wish Motors still had the space to crawl around to work on them like the older ones.

[@enterBJ40]

Cool comment coming from a girl.

[@ardtessa]

"I've got a lot more stuff to do today" Starting by getting your coat ! 😅

[@mtnfortresslabs]

When the sun went down I froze my buttocks off riding the ATV to the bottom....

[@jamesmcfarlane945]

Dammm amazing awesome much blessings Allan

[@benzimmerman5667]

Thanks Alan! I had mentioned that I love the M715 in the comments of one of your first few videos. I really appreciate you posting this video! Keep up the great work!

[@mtnfortresslabs]

No problem.. Thanks!

[@jps99]

I'd love to hear how you assembled your collection of vehicles and equipment. I'm going through your series of episodes, hopefully I'll find that story.

[@carlinshowalter1806]

I've had a few 880 Dodges but I'd like to find a 715 rolling chassis that I can put a 12 valve Cummings and Allison in. I really dig your compound,looks to be in a great location! Keep up the good work brother!

[@hanzketchup859]

Hi Alan , good to see you :)

[@mtnfortresslabs]

Thanks!

[@valtanner2156]

Love your videos. I'm on the east coast now, but lived in Utah for decades. I used to work near NPS, and went there several times per week. Awesome place to look around and shop, I got hundreds of great deals there.

[@bib4211]

Man that first m715 with the utility bed is way cool! Would love to own one of these! I'm working on my 73' j4000 and going for a utility bed. And when i have is back together and running again with the 12 valve Cummins in it it's going to be my daily work truck again! Keep up your cool postings!👌👍

[@kerrylewis2581]

I did wonder why you were not wearing a coat. My first thought was Alan must be really well adapted to the elements to not need a coat in January.

[@mtnfortresslabs]

I handle it pretty well. I did not forget today though... It was even colder!

[@jparish2469]

what a collection man thanks for the video

[@fyerfyter339]

Get some security out there. With the popularity comes the crazies. One carburetor is enough to lose. ✌️

[@grundyb]

My favorite! They are just so cool! If you get a chance check out garage squad because they built one that looked like new when it was finished. They used a different Diesel engine.

[@AllstarVentures]

Channel seems to be growing. 👍🏼

[@mtnfortresslabs]

Slowly, but yes. Thank you!

[@patm7453]

Keep posting regularly it takes about 6 months for channel to start growing and you tube to monetize your channel

[@earnierosenow9834]

cummins 12v getrag 4sp, dana 60 front, dana 70 rear and your golden

[@mcdonaldm73]

I'd love to have one of those trucks!

[@davidbrooks4294]

I think Trevor from Matt's Off Road Recovery should get one of those. It would be perfect for his Military service he did and now his Recovery jobs. It just looks like a Trevor vehicle. But Restomoded with radio, A/C and cup holders.

[@jamesnichols9753]

Would like to have one, drove a 3/4 and a 5/4 while in the service. Very dependable and the 5/4 had a 50cal over the cab. Always ran good. They all had winch on the front.

[@masenlynn1177]

Much love!!

[@mtnfortresslabs]

Thank you! I appreciate it!

[@allenctracy6511]

I guy stopped by to look at my 715 and said he has a m37 that has been converted to a 318 and I almost bought a 37 with a 318 so they did make a kit at one time. 5 miles away from me is a 715 with the 350 and he keep the transmission. I have never heard it run.

[@dustymojave]

I suggest installing a Cummins 12 valve in that 3rd unit with the pickup bed. While you're at it, the Tri-Phase air filter unit makes GREAT sense, although I would be worried about the flex hose if it's mounted under the hood. Solid mounting it in the same area as you indicated you thought most of those trucks had it would be less serviceable, but the hose wouldn't be so subject to failure. While it would be cool to have OEM winches, it might be more practical to install a modern Harbor Freight BadLands electric winch on it. VERY few people would know the difference. Dana 60 front and Dana 80 rear axles from wrecking yards out of Dodge Ram 3500 trucks, same source as the Cummins might resolve the hub/wheel issue.

[@zxcvbnm24242424]

good stuff

[@macgyver2417]

Nice jeeps, you might try solar charger to keep the batteries changed.

[@jimsmith9819]

thopse 715s were designated as 5/4 tons

[@sunnyray7819]

Sweet collection! It would be interesting to see the differences in the military 318... I am new to the channel so if you already have, I appologise. I am kinda suprised that the Jeeps don't have a steel roof but maybe it's easier for transport or something.

[@peterwaroblak166]

I meant to say overhead cam engine, maybe one of the first OHC engines made in the US

[@mtnfortresslabs]

yes, overhead cam....

[@rodneyarmstrong3813]

Start keeping a coat or suit that stays on top of the mountain.

[@frankguttmann9814]

U have an extra M715 😉! Military trucks are cool they are custom

[@mtnfortresslabs]

The M715 was the best of the pickup truck style. I really like them.

[@paulday-lh5mx]

It would be kind of neat if you had one that runs.

[@devrabiallas1292]

Another interesting video, people want to help, think about a po box they can mail to...

[@mtnfortresslabs]

That is an idea, I have a Patreon account but will get a GoFundMe account soon... Thanks!

[@t.franklin5447]

Thanks for taking your free time on the weekend to post a video for us! Check out Vice Grip Garage. He has over 1.2 million subscribers and no film crew. Just a few tripods and go-pros. Keep up the content, and you could definitely get there too!

[@mtnfortresslabs]

Thanks for the vote of confidence! I will check him out.

[@benzimmerman5667]

I'm guessing you meant AMC rather than GMC when talking about a possible replacement engine for the M715 that is missing its engine.

[@mtnfortresslabs]

Yes, sorry my bad!

[@Oldtimered]

What camera stabilizer do you use Allen?

[@phuque2ho]

gm used a 250J L6 like my 1976 scummarro

[@gjnezat]

Engineer trailer at 1507. Gull wing. I want one

[@highway7562]

👍

[@peterwaroblak166]

I dig those old Jeep Pickups, seems to me that they had an overhead valve 6 cylinder gas engine, I don't think that the bolt pattern on the bell housing will mount up to a 318 dodge. You might have to use the complete Chrysler 4x4 set up from one of your Dodge pickups. Keep some WD40 handy and spray all of your hood hinges before you bend a hood.

[@mtnfortresslabs]

Thanks, I might have some custom adaptors made...

[@carlinshowalter1806]

@@mtnfortresslabs There used to be a few places that made engine swap stuff for Willys,Kaiser-Jeep etc. One was Transdapt and another place called Kennedy Engineering that sell plates to swap all kinds of motors to other transmissions.😉

[@CodyBilsborrow]

First ones a m726, data plate must be a bit worn

[@automotiveaddiction428]

I was told that some military vehicles have engines that can run of pritty much anything and it won't ruin the engines. Like gas diesel and other fluids ? Can you tell me if this is true or false ?

[@mtnfortresslabs]

My 2 1/2 tons and older 5 tons are multi-fuel. Except a couple gasoline powered ones. The multi-fuel engines run on a lot of things. It is possible to run 1/2 old motor oil and 1/2 regular diesel but old contaminated fluids can clog filters. You can run gasoline, kerosene, jet fuel in the multi-fuel, but always best to have some diesel in it too.

[@martinmurphy3868]

Can I come over and put one of those M715s together Ill work for minimum wage I love old trucks and would stay for a coupke of months

[@stingrayrat765]

show the complete rear pto please, its not in the service book

[@mtnfortresslabs]

I will try to put a video on it. Basically it is an additional transfer-case rear output, but to keep the rear axle from turning a coupling on the rear drive-line can be opened and closed.

[@jimmyclayton5916]

I will donate my tire bars to you

[@tonyharry7613]

Bạn có bán xe jeep đó không?❤️👌

[@traceyvanhoeflaken3174]

Hi are you planning to do hydroponics for your garden.

[@benzimmerman5667]

He should do aquaponics. That was he gets fish from the process, and he wouldn't need to pay for additional chemicals and nutrients like you need with hydroponics.

[@mtnfortresslabs]

Not really, I will stay with more natural old school methods. Thanks!

[@dustymojave]

Another issue with hydroponics where he's at is water, as in "hydro". Not readily available and what ever is trucked in at substantial difficulty, will evaporate very quickly. so it's not a real good solution there.

[@traceyvanhoeflaken3174]

Wish someone would gift you one of those GoPro cameras

[@mtnfortresslabs]

Yes, especially with this search party trip coming on in a couple days... Thanks,

[@joemorris414]

✔

[@mtnfortresslabs]

Thanks!

[@jeffhalperin8066]

M715's are not that good for off-road,sorry but it's true.I've had two of them,still have one and I don't want to sell.They actually drive pretty good on pavement or maintained dirt roads.Get one before the price goes up even more.And they look great.

[@victorcarreras2499]

Bad truck in the army

[@blahblahdrunksheep]

@issacitllbefine thought you might be interested in watching