CaptMax

Had a major malfunction with my Photobucket account, I will relink the pictures as soon as I get time. I apologize for the inconvienence. Here is what I did this week. I will continue to post and repair the lost pictures as soon as possible. CaptMax Radiator before and after: Then came the rest:

Well said ferretfixer, everything you mentioned is true. A year ago I new very little about the MK2/3 ferret I had recently purchased, this week I removed the motor and transmission with confidence thanks to information and friends from the internet. I never would have thought I would be into this as deeply as I am in such a short time. CaptMax

New master cylinder too.

The brakes were in great shape but I wanted to go through everything so I dissasembled them and sandblasted the backing plates. They use asbestos brake pads so I first sprayed them with fluid to prevent the asbestos dust from flying around the shop.:eek: Took everthing apart, checked the cables, pads, hoses, ect. These were actually taken to a professional blasting shop as I didn't want that stuff in my blast cabinet!! Here they are before and after blasting. The one one the top left picture is a finished one with new pads. The one on the top right is as they looked when removed. Last picture on the bottom is after sandblasting them. They all are now primed and painted. I will begin reassembling them this weekend. CaptMax

I really like these tents that have been posted, the camouflage ones have that "look" to them that I enjoy. Would anyone happen to have a nice spare they would like to sell or know of any dealers selling them? CaptMax

Steve, Let me ask a few friends who know and I will get back with you on this. CaptMax

Tim, your persistance has paid off!!! I just recently found an in service picture of my MK2/3 Ferret so I know the feeling. Speaking with a well known military vehicle restorer he said it is not very common to find these but that it is easier to find British vehicles than American. That is rare to find one picture of yours, congratulations!!!! CaptMax

125LAA. This should help explain it, let me know if you need more information. CaptMax http://browningmgs.com/AmmoCans/T-Chial/AmmoBoxes01_WW2.htm

Yes this is for the early MKI Ferrets. They made a few different models of these, but they were all similer. Here is a #7 MKI mount to compair to your #5 MK2 mount.These are available from BMG Parts in the US. CaptMax

Thanks for the comment Matt. In answer to your question, the CV joints are the same size as the old Ford Transit vans. CaptMax

This afternoon I cleaned, checked, painted, and greased my drive shafts. Here are before and after pics. CaptMax

Sure are lots of parts to each wheel station. Having the drums blasted and turned and cleaning everything up. New pads being installed along with wheel cylinders. 144 needle bearings per wheel. :eek: CaptMax

The US M series lights are a Canadian giveaway as well. Thanks for educating some of us on the differences Robin. CaptMax

MKI's usually have an open top hull and why are the side bins smooth? CaptMax

Well I got all the hatches sand blasted, primed and painted but forgot to take pictures. They came out looking like new. I did take some of the oil filter both before and after, it was supposed to be painted the British sky blue that the motor is so I used that paint as opposed to the silver. I also have several other pieces done like the air tube from the carburetor to the air cleaner and the cross brace over the hull. I'm getting there but am still working on the new brakes which should be done by the end of next week. CaptMax

Old thread I know. But mine is #17129 CaptMax

Walter, I have plenty of pictures on how I removed mine if you need to see them let me know. I will be happy to discuss this with you this fall while at the Knob Creek show. Thanks to Jacki & Diana I have been able to rebuild most all of my wiring harnesses to look like new. Chris who sits at our table with Walter and I has been a big help as well, he has owned several of these ferrets. CaptMax

This is the thermostat and housing after cleaning and painting it. I replaced the thermostat and the gaskets as well as the hose. I also verified that it was opening at 170 degrees and was full open at 200 degrees Fahrenheit. This was accomplished with a pot of heated water and a cooking thermometer. CaptMax Thermostat housing before and after. New hose, thermostat, and gaskets. CaptMax

You did tell me the story and how it was located, but you can always tell it to me again and I will pretend I didn't know. Wait till you see what I've done to mine since April, you will be shocked!!! Will look forward to seeing you there this fall Walter.:thumbsup: CaptMax

It usually is but this one is a bit on the rough side. After all, he did say he was looking for one to restore. This one has the early square front side hatches. CaptMax

Next I am working on the thermostat and hoses. Found some interesting paperwork in the little cylindrical holder attached to the thermostat housing. CaptMax

I just had some magnets made for my Daimler Ferret. The company did a great job, was very fast, and the prices were more than fair. They offer custom stickers, magnets, and banners as well. I have no affiliation with them but would highly recommend that you check them out. When one was damaged in shipment they sent out a replacement the very next day at no charge to me. It is not often that you get price, quality, and speed all from the same business as well as great customer service. The company's website is: http://www.stickylife.com/ Here are a couple they did for me. I may order stickers next to see which I like better, but with magnets I can change them easily enough. CaptMax

Yes Diana you have been a great help in rebuilding my AFV wiring conduit. Your tutorial and links enabled me to rebuild mine as if they were new. I was able to save all my fittings and rebuild new harnesses that would fool even the experts. I really appreciate your help, without it I would be at a loss as to how to repair them. "Thank-you". Here are my before and after pictures. CaptMax

Before and after pictures of the master cylinder, also have new flexible brake pipes ready to install. I will be re-sleeving the wheel cylinders, turning the hubs, and installing new brake fluid and brake pads as well. CaptMax