mark4974

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Hi folks, I own a M38 jeep which as all military vehicles do leaks at bit of oil! I went to take it out this morning and whilst it was idling on the drive noticed a pool of oil on the floor. Closer inspection revealed oil leaking from the bottom of the bell housing. Not quite running out but a fairly constant drip! Im guessing the main seal has gone so not a quick fix but anyone have any other suggestions before I start taking her apart! Cheers Mark

Evening folks, My mate is still struggling to get his jeep to fire up. He has replaced and checked all the electrical components (coil, etc) and static timed the engine to no gain. Today he has done a compression test and three of the four cylinders have no compression!! Anyone any ideas or suggestions? Cheers Mark

Hi folks, My mate has a GPW or MB (can't remember which!) which won't start. It has been a chassis up restoration but having got nearly to the end it won't start. It has a new (6 volt) battery, leads, coil, condenser, point, leads and plugs. Power is getting through and there is a spark on each plug. He has tried pouring a small amount of fuel directly into the carb and has even tried Easy Start but still no joy. All earthing leads are good. I've no experience of 6 volt systems, can you have a weak spark?! Could it be a dodgy component? Has anybody had a similar problem got any ideas? Cheers Mark

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This came as a spare with my QL and is not needed. The paint is peeling and there is a bit of surface rust but this will all clean up. No idea what it's worth so best offer secures. collection only from Bradford or can take to Yorkshire Wartime or War and Peace. Cheers, Mark

Hi folks, These came as spares when I bought my QL. I'm unlikely to ever need them but I'm sure someone can make use of them. Not quite sure what to call them. The manual describes them as the door garnish rail panel (the bit with the lock and winding mechanism on), a vertical runner and god knows what you call the U shaped piece but it goes on the inside of the door frame. Anyway there is a left hand and right hand set. The paint is peeling and there is a little bit of surface rust but otherwise in good condition and ready to fit. Selling as a complete set and collection only from Bradford (can take to Yorkshire Wartime or War and Peace). Not sure what they are worth so best offer secures. Cheers, Mark

For sale - Classic Military Vehicle Magazines Issues 1 to 188 (missing issue 56) so virtually complete set. All in good condition and come in a plastic stacker box for storage! £70 obo Collection only from Baildon, West Yorkshire

We are probably all nuts but my question regards the nuts that connect the con rods to the camshaft on the Bedford 28hp engine. I'm presuming they are the same for the MW, QL, etc (I have a QL) and need a new set of 12. Easy enough to get hold of I thought but when I checked the parts list it describes them as Nut, special, connecting rod cap stud. Does anybody know what is special about them (my guess was they are hardened?). Also, does anyone know the size and thread off the tops of their head as I don't have the con rods with me. Many thanks, Mark

Thanks for your reply. I know nothing about Carburetors and hate setting them up. I have 3 that came with the truck. The one that was fitted, one used and one new one. I was planning on putting the new one on but welcome any advice. Would it still be wise to overhaul it (I have a new kit) and any guidance on setting it up. I always seem to wing it and hope for the best 😬 Thanks, Mark

Hi Hendrik, I own a 1944 Bedford QLD and was lucky enough to have the relevant vehicle card come with the vehicle. The card is titled Truck, 3 ton, GS, binned (4x4). The vehicle registration range is 65 RE 66 to 65 RE 63. Mine was 65 RE 44 and recorded as binned. It also belonged to 16 BVD BAOR. From the various research I have conducted I have found out the following information (if any of this is wrong please feel free to correct me). 16 Base Vehicle Depot RAOC was Camp C at Olen (Belgium?). Based there approx 1952 - 1960's. The base was used for the storage and shipment of vehicles and held for TA units for exercise. Vehicles out of service were returned (to the UK?) via Olen. My QLD was sold in the UK at auction in 1977. There is an engine rebuild plate dated 26.2.54 at 22 Base Workshops REME. During restoration I found a unit ID for 3rd Armoured Division but I don't know anything else about its history. When I bought it the previous owner had replaced the old wooden load bed with new wood so there is no evidence of what may have been fitted in the rear. According to Barts Bedford book vehicles 65 RE 32 to 67 RE 63 were binned post war. I hope this helps. Mark

Thanks Richard. I've tried Norman and Chris (Morter) but they haven't got any. I hoping someone might have some lying around somewhere! Mark

Hi folks, I'm in need of some big end bearings for my QL (28hp) engine. I need 0.20 u/s, part number 1046779. I already have 10 nos so need two more but would consider buying a full set. Thanks, Mark

Hi folks, Another question regarding my QL. It is fitted with a Solex RZFAIPO carburetor which has another number stamped underneath it, this being LJ57. I have a spare Carburetor and this has LK52 stamped on it. Does anybody know if these numbers mean anything important or are they like a batch or casting number? Thanks, Mark

Hi folks, Can anybody confirm the correct distributor for a Bedford QL? Mine is currently fitted with a Lucas DMZ6A which I will be sending for refurbishing but want to make sure it's the right one before I spend my money! When I have checked the parts list it refers to a Lucas 410503. The only other number I can find stamped on my distributor is 40405A. Any help is appreciated. Mark

Thanks Steve, The plan is to convert the QL into a REME workshop vehicle. I'm in the process of rebuilding the engine so a job for next year. Does anybody know where I can find photos or plans of workshop bodies? Mark

Hi Richard, Mine was bought from LW Vass in 1977 (not by me!). As the Bedford expert can you shed any light on the term binned? My father is ex REME and remembers QLs from their workshop having storage bins, but cannot remember how they were configured (he's 81 and his memory isn't as good as it used to be!) Do you know of any photos and who else would have used them? I'm guessing RAOC/RASC? Thanks, Mark