©2020, D&L Bensinger. In 1998, Daryl was awarded the Expert Driver Pin from the MVPA in the 2 1/2 ton truck class. The first Mighty Mites to have the 71" wheelbase were an experimental model fashioned from an M422. In the “hobby” days, at the MVPA Convention in Lowell, MA, Daryl was awarded 1st place in Mighty-Mite category, 2nd place for Viet Nam era, and Special Mention for the entire show, all for the restoration of his M422 Mighty-Mite. serial number 1356. Vintage Car Parts. Like the M151 MUTT, the transfer case only engages/disengages the front wheel drive and is part of the transmission. 1962 AMC M422A1 Mighty-Mite. History. Once put into production the 71" wheelbase model was designated the M422A1. The Mighty-Mite was developed by Mid-America Research Corp., but was perfected and produced by American Motors from 1959-63. item 1 Jeep Willys M38 M38A1 M422 Mighty Mite Fording pipe NOS (see description) 1 - Jeep Willys M38 M38A1 M422 Mighty Mite Fording ... - Best Selling in Other Parts. Daryl’s 2 ½ ton GMC CCKW was driven by Daryl and featured, along with other GMC’s from the MVPA’s Red Ball Chapter, in the Discovery Channel documentary entitled “Machines That Won the War.” This program was based upon a quote by Gen. Eisenhower stating that the machines that won the war were the DC3 airplane, the bulldozer, the Higgins landing craft and the 2 1/2 ton truck. Although basically a two-seater, the little vehicle could theoretically move six people, thanks to two additional fold-up seats that were integrated into the functional tailgate, as well as two folding backrests on the rear fenders. Professionally rebuilt engine. The M422 'Mighty Mite' is a light weight ¼-ton 4x4 tactical truck, suitable for airlifting and manhandling. Daryl is a contributing correspondent with several trade magazines and national publications. DESCRIPTION. M422 Mighty Mite Fuel Pump Authentic And Original Nos, Comes In Original Packaging. I have talked with several people. He has written articles for Army Motors magazine (the journal of the Military Vehicle Preservation Association) including the following: “Can’t Win” and “Something to Think About” (issue 99), “How I Got Started & Why I’ve stayed 25 Years” (issue 96), “Winter Convoy” and “Juicin’ Up Jimmy”” (issue 86), “Field Repairs – D-Day Jubilee” (issue 70). LOCATION. this would be number 7. They had an extended, frame and aluminum added behind the seat and crudely fashioned tool storage boxes. BATT 12V 22 NF $ 94.00 Add to cart; BATT TERMINAL NEGATIVE M SERIES $ 10.00 Add to cart; BATT12V 2HN $ 262.00 Add to cart; BATTERY TERMINAL PLUS M SERIES $ 10.00 Add to cart; BLACK OUT MARKER LIGHT M151 $ 40.00 Add to cart; BLACK OUT MARKER LIGHT M38/A1 $ 97.00 Add to cart; BRAKE BLEEDER WRENCH $ 12.00 Add to … In 1958, seven prototypes passed grueling tests, and the first 250 vehicles were built by American Motors (AMC). Valid Pennsylvania title. 1962 AMC M422A1 Mighty-Mite. Like any other USMC contract vehicle, the M422s came from the factory with all deep-water fording equipment installed, except for the pipes. 1961 M422A1 Mighty Mite. After production of 1,045 units, the Mighty Mite evolved into the M422A1, six inches (152 mm) longer in both wheelbase and length, and 80 pounds (36 kg) heavier. These events haven’t just been business, but also a lot of fun. Runs, drives, shifts and stops as it should. All four of their children have been to Normandy for D-Day anniversaries with Daryl and Lida, who have also attended the War and Peace show in England. He also worked for farm machinery manufacturer, New Holland Machine Company in New Holland, PA, for 12 years. More recently he was awarded the Expert Driver Pin for the ¼ ton Jeep and ¾ ton Dodge. $19,500 or best reasonable offer. Daryl Bensinger graduated from Shippensburg State College in 1978 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. The addition of the rear mounted spare tire rendered the tailgate unusable. 1962 AMC M422A1 Mighty-Mite… The M422 was designed for the U.S. Marine Corps to fill the requirement of a small, lightweight, low profile, highly maneuverable vehicle.What the Marines got was a vehicle that did just that, and gave incredible off-road performance as well. See pictures in our gallery. Windscreen is published by the MVT (Military Vehicle Trust) based in the United Kingdom. Daryl and Lida, along with their 4 children, have attended many MVPA International Conventions and local shows. Jeep M422 M422a1 Mighty Mite Usmc Complete Distributor . Our body kits come complete with many extras that other dealers do not offer. Education and Employment History. This model was the M422E1 of which only a few were made. Chevrolet VIN Number Tag Data ID Plate Embossed Aluminum (blank) Chevy USA. We also stock parts for the M422 "MIGHTY MITE", the M151 "MUTT" and the M715 "FIVE QUARTER" as well as the 1/4 ton military trailers. serial number 1356. is the earliest known A1 model in existence. VEHICLE CLASSIFICATION. We have been selling and installing these bodies on our restorations for over 10 years. The Marine Corps' Sikorsky H-19 with its 2,650-pound (1,202 kg) cargo limit (including crew and fuel), for which the M422 had been developed, was being superseded by the Vietnam era UH-1 “Huey", that could carry more than 1½ times that load. Buy M422 on eBay now! 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