Bedford Mad Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Hi, My name's Alec and I have a problem, namely a slightly unhealthy interest (obsession) with Bedfords, since riding around in my Dad's in the 60s. I currently have 3 TKs, one of which is an ex Army Dustcart (often referred to as a Chip Fryer), an HCB Angus Fire Engine and a Post Office "Pole Erection Unit". I'm down in sunny West Sussex and am still looking for the right MJ. I did have an ex Reserve Stock left hand drive one for 2 days, and a civvie M Series Cherry Picker for a while. I do have am MJ cab, that I can sit in and dream! I have quiet a few spares for TKs and TLs and have some useful contacts for Bedfords. Unfortunately I can be easily persuaded to buy more Bedfords, just don't tell my wife. Looking forward to reading more on the forums and perhaps seeking some advive, possibly even providing some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G506 Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 Hi Alec, welcome aboard, you're in good company because we're all a bit out there :nut: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garry taylor Posted February 14, 2012 Share Posted February 14, 2012 My GF would say ive gone Bedford crazy, i think she will kill me one of these days Ive got a MK, im going to drive it up first to Iceland and then in the newyear drive it down to Capetown taking 6 months My truck is in portsmouth in storage as im in Iceland right now ( but im English) i will be picking it up and driving it to dover in early April 8th,9th or 10th Any chance you know were to get a wheel ( rim) for it, ive been driving myself crazy trying to get one in the south east of england, but no luck so far,its 10 stud and it takes 12.00x20 tyres ( i have a contact to get a tyre already).I dont want to drive up north as thats were it looks like all the wheels are. Garry http://vikingsacrossafrica.webs.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.O.S. Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 Suggestion: Speak to Dave Crouch. Buy a tyre and wheel assembly, same make and degree of wear as the ones you have, (or better still with your journey in mind buy a truck load :D:D) and ask him if he would arrange to have it freighted down to where the truck is stored. Might cost a bob or two for freight but will save a load of time, hassle, and whatever else to pick one up somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 Hi Alex, I also have a soft spot for TK's. Learnt to drive them as horse boxes. Is the pole cat in full working order? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosie Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 Hi Alec,welcome aboard, you're in good company because we're all a bit out there :nut: speak for yourself mate!!!!! Welcome Alec :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowtracdave Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 Welcome to The Forum Alec . Just sold my TK a fortnight ago and it broke my heart to do it but sadly I'm having to dispose of my collection . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Johns Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 (edited) Hi, My name's Alec and I have a problem, namely a slightly unhealthy interest (obsession) with Bedfords, since riding around in my Dad's in the 60s. . Nothing wrong with that, this is my 1972 civvy TK Edited February 15, 2012 by Nick Johns Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niels v Posted February 15, 2012 Share Posted February 15, 2012 Hi and welcome There is nothing unhealthy about liking Bedford..... Well until it reaches a certain level like with one of my friends... he has more than these, but they are civy or not restored yet... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Hi Alec and welcome. You are not alone! Now, would you like another?:cool2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joris Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Welcome, we all have our obsessions here so nothing unhealthy!! Unless you start sleeping with one of course... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.O.S. Posted February 16, 2012 Share Posted February 16, 2012 Welcome, we all have our obsessions here so nothing unhealthy!! Unless you start sleeping with one of course... :nono: Caution - gearbox and axle oil is notoriously difficult to wash off the sheets, a dead giveaway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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