1959 International 4x4 shorty

vintage guy

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Pics of my field find in Vancouver WA. 59 4x4 Shorty
Going to try and fit a 6BT cummins in there? Any thoughts?
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This is a 16 passenger, last used as military transport, possibly from Canada. It has power steering and vacuum assist brakes. 392 International V8.
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That'll be a cool bus once done.... I hope you keep posting pictures as you go, I'm looking forward to seeing it!
 
Neat bus. Surprised it has a 392 in it, not original then? The 6BT would be a good choice, will need to cut the firewall and make a doghouse. That is not a big deal though. Interesting rims, they do not look like split rims, have they been modified? or are they split in the middle rather then a lock ring on the side? The ones that are split in the middle are a real pain to work with. I would not keep that type except for a restoration.
 
That's gonna be cool. I mean, it's cool already, but it'll be even cooler once converted. Is the International engine worn out?
 

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