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  1. Thanks guys for your interesting replies. I have a pair of Danish boots with no studs and they can be OK to use with my BD as they very similar to the British WW2 boots. Best to be safe when jeeping in Normandy. Don't want to slip the clutch and run over a Gendarme.
  2. Hi, Would the crews in tanks, tank destroyers, and similar have used the standard issue hobnail boots ? I get the impression that in the field clothing was pretty relaxed and I assume that hobnails on steel floors surrounded by ammunition, fuel, oil, etc could have been possibly dangerous from sparks or sliding on the internal or external surfaces. Thanks.
  3. Had a closer look at the data plate and can just make out BROCKH so presumably Brockhouse of West Bromwich.
  4. Hi again, Here are a few more photos. There is still the original T sign on the rear. The frame at the front has the name Villiers Ltd or Villers Ltd etched on with a welding torch or similar. And the drawbar does still have the original dateplate. It is worn and not easy to read but I can see a number "TP 42628" and underneath "2 T. Gen". This trainer is located about 50km north of Oslo at a construction company aad is for sale. Approx GBP 1000 as is / where is. I know the seller. It is moveable but for transport would need a lowloader. If anyone in the UK (or elsewhere) is interested then drop me a line. Thanks.
  5. Hi, A friend has this trailer and I am hoping someone can identify it and tell a bit more about this type. It does look so very British. Thanks.
  6. Thanks, REME245. As far as I can see the glass is in two thin layers with a plastic yellow layer in between. After loosening the central leather and the hinge I'll give them a careful push and see what happens. I cannot see that the glass is glued in so I guess it is only held in place by the pressure of the leather. Will definitely go for perspex as replacement as this cannot crack or smash. Hey Ho, amazing what daft things we do to fill the time.
  7. Hi, I just bought these and the glasses need to be replaced. Any suggestions on companies that do this ? Hope can be done without ruining the metal frames and the stitching as leather is in good condition. Thanks.
  8. Some postings back was a photo of traffic waiting in a street and there was speculation about the type of trailer. From looking at the simple and high mudguards and the fat tyres I go for the 20-cwt 1-ton GS Trailer.
  9. Hi and thanks to everyone for replying. I have several of the larger floodlamps (Butler) but after looking at the pics I realise that I also actually do seem to have a couple of the Lucas floodlamps. That is I have 2 of the lamp bases with brackets and bulb fittings (which I need), and 2 of the longer tubes with a sort of baffle halfway down and a smaller hole in the middle (2 of which I do not need). Here it is. So if anyone wants one of these and can do a swap for the shorter tube with the red plastic to act as a normal rearlight then please contact me. Or if anyone wants a Butler and can do a swap for a complete Lucas rearlight then pls contact me.
  10. Hi, Does anyone know of a source for the rear lights used on the AB trailer. If I am correct they were : Tail Lamp Lucas Type T1A and Axle Flood Lamp Lucas Type AF1 I might find some at W+P in July, but thought you guys wld know of any dealers or trailer geeks with a surplus. Thanks David H Oslo
  11. Russell, Thanks for your PM to which I have replied. Hope you received it OK as I forgot to file a copy in my Sent folder this end. DavidH
  12. Hi Topdog, Must admit have never seen one of these before but I think might be a bit small for our needs. Still it looks to be a fun machine to have. Thanks for the tip. DavidH
  13. Hi, For use on an historic airfield I am investigating how and where to obtain a WW2 DB Tractor. Does not have to be a jewel, can be tatty and worn, but the engine and mechanics must be OK. All tips, leads, and advice, gratefully received. Thanks. DavidH Oslo Norway.
  14. Anyone interested in an Albion WDHD from 1954 ? Found not far from Oslo. Probably the only one over here. Was all-over yellow so we guess used on airfield. Been standing for long time but amazingly started first time (a nice throaty sound at the moment) and it is driveable to some extent. Had it on show at recent MV event here and several took test runs round the ground. Original chassis and date plates in cab. Original engine. It is a restoration project but absolutely a good starting point. I took some flyers with info to W+P last month so some of you might already have seen it. If anyone interested drop me a line to davidh52@online.no . And pls pass this info on to anyone else you think might be interested.
  15. Thanks to everyone for the clarification. I've seen both, but ordered the stencil now from Axholme as it is quite difficult to make one myself with the good old stick-backed plastic. Axholme's is as you all say jumping off to the right.
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