Jimmy F Posted October 26, 2013 Author Share Posted October 26, 2013 Oh, and the front axle looks like itms going to need at least part of it replaced, if not all. Which is a pain in the bottom! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 As this has coil springs on the front, is the chassis different from the ones having a transverse leaf spring? I know where there is a good chassis with axles on, if it is of any help I can talk to the owner. It is the transverse front spring type. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy F Posted October 27, 2013 Author Share Posted October 27, 2013 We're not too sure on that one ourselves! Haha. We're going to have to go and see a Humber with the transverse leaf springs and compare. in reality there is only one piece that needs replacing, which is the bottom plate, that runs beneath the differential (in fact, has a hole that the diff sits in). Saying that, a whole new spare axle could also be useful for other parts, depending on what fits where on our spring/shock absorber version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy F Posted October 27, 2013 Author Share Posted October 27, 2013 This is the panel that has gone. It seems that because of the design mud and crud has built up around the diff and eaten through the plate. Having had a rudimentary search online the piece looks the same on all Humber Heavy Utilities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy F Posted October 29, 2013 Author Share Posted October 29, 2013 The vehicle is now pretty much just a chassis and we've got a sandblaster coming to pick up all the parts to be done this week so the rebuild can start in the next couple of weeks. Can anyone advise what this 'K-Gass' thing in the dash is for? It seems to be a manual pump. Our vehicle had a Diesel engine in it at some point, so not sure if it's for that. Also, not sure if it's supposed to be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon_M Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 Not K-GASS but KI-GASS, basically starting ether for cold starts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy F Posted October 29, 2013 Author Share Posted October 29, 2013 That makes sense! Thanks for that. We'll make sure it stays then. Haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pauletto Posted October 29, 2013 Share Posted October 29, 2013 (edited) Another Humber saved! :goodidea:Guys are surprised, only people with a will of steel can start with a project so difficult you have all my respect and esteem I hope I have spelled it right and no mistakes were made greetings from Italy:wave: Edited October 29, 2013 by pauletto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy F Posted October 30, 2013 Author Share Posted October 30, 2013 So, got the brass plates for the vehicles sorted out. Dom went on a shopping spree today and bought a selection of parts (thanks to Alex and Jon). Going to speak to Jon Walker tomorrow and get any gaskets and such I can ordered. While the chassis is at the sandblaster a our attention will turn to the mechanics. so, on the repair plate it has a code of SPR in 1953. Anyone know what this means? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unionjackjim Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I had the pleasure of seeing this vehicle in the flesh & would take my hat off to you for starting such a project especially at this time of year . Wishing you all the best with this & looking forward to watching the progress of the build so keep the pictures comming . All the best Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 So, got the brass plates for the vehicles sorted out. Dom went on a shopping spree today and bought a selection of parts (thanks to Alex and Jon). Going to speak to Jon Walker tomorrow and get any gaskets and such I can ordered. While the chassis is at the sandblaster a our attention will turn to the mechanics. so, on the repair plate it has a code of SPR in 1953. Anyone know what this means? I've seen something similar on another Humber 'Box'. I think it means it was overhauled in Singapore in September 1953, however I could be completely wrong! Looking forward to seeing this thread develop. Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 I've seen something similar on another Humber 'Box'. I think it means it was overhauled in Singapore in September 1953, however I could be completely wrong! Looking forward to seeing this thread develop. Scott Hi Scott, I think this was done in the UK. B282 was the code for a contractor to the Ministry of Supply, they could be garages or manufacturers service depots. If it were an army workshop a code for that establishment would be used. I think SPR could relate to something like "Specified Repair", which was a term used in army workshops. The plate shows it having a civilian number so it may not have been in military service at the time of that repair, possibly another government department. regards, Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Runflat Posted November 6, 2013 Share Posted November 6, 2013 The plate shows it having a civilian number so it may not have been in military service at the time of that repair, possibly another government department. Almost certainly correct. Newall's book on vehicle registrations says that the HYV series was issued by London County Council between January and August 1947. The records don't appear to have survived. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy F Posted November 7, 2013 Author Share Posted November 7, 2013 Thanks for the info guys. I haven't had much time to work on the Humber recently due to other things coming up. Dom has continued though. The metalwork went to the sandblaster and is back, the chassis is going to him tomorrow I believe. Wheels are off and the brakes are in pretty good condition. Work on the engine has started in earnest. We've found a wood yard that will sort out the ash and cut it for us, which is good news. we've been collecting parts so now have a lot of, dare I say it, most, of the to work. We also have a lot to sell as it came with a load of tin work for an earlier box. I'm trying to get hold of John Walker for as gasket set but can't find where I put his number! Sod's law. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markyakyak Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 john walker 0115 9607860 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy F Posted November 7, 2013 Author Share Posted November 7, 2013 Cheers for that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithy Posted November 7, 2013 Share Posted November 7, 2013 Hi Scott,I think this was done in the UK. B282 was the code for a contractor to the Ministry of Supply, they could be garages or manufacturers service depots. If it were an army workshop a code for that establishment would be used. I think SPR could relate to something like "Specified Repair", which was a term used in army workshops. The plate shows it having a civilian number so it may not have been in military service at the time of that repair, possibly another government department. regards, Richard Thanks for that Richard. They say you learn something new every day and this proves the point! :-D:tup:: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lssah2025 Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 Hummmmm humber parts, would like a few of those....:-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy F Posted November 23, 2013 Author Share Posted November 23, 2013 Sorry for lack of updates on this, had to focus on something else for a while, but Dom has been cracking on like a trooper.Chassis goes to sandblaster on Thursday. All body panels are back from the sandblaster now. Have found a good supplier for the wood too. It has been ordered and is being cut for us as we speak. Engine has been stripped down. It was a bit of a job as pistons were seized. In fact, everything was seized. Head had been skimmed, valves seated, pistons freed up. Everything now turns and pistons move. Gasket set arrived yesterday from John Walker so the block is now ready to go back together. We're still missing a few parts and the oil pump and filter need stripping and cleaning. The block was in a real mess and took a long time to clean it up.Ordered the engine mounts a we're still looking good to have the engine in and running in the next two weeks. From there the front axle is going to take the time. Brakes are all off and in pretty good condition so just need cleaning and putting back together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy F Posted December 3, 2013 Author Share Posted December 3, 2013 Work has slowed as we're waiting on the replacement wood to come back from the mill, the sheet metal to be bent up and the chassis to be sandblasted (which should be tomorrow). engine is now together after finishing the tappet and valves/spacing today. It has been sprayed red oxide, when the chassis is back we'll then get the engine and mechanics in, the paint it all up in prep for the rebuild of the body. We have also managed to find storage for the 8 vehicles we've got. Should be in that within the next few weeks. (Then the work on the Morris can also be done at the same time as the Humber. Chassis as it is before sandblasting. and the engine block with the head, sump and such on. Water pump is just being cleaned up and have sourced a carb, which will be cleaned up and on soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfy Posted December 4, 2013 Share Posted December 4, 2013 Some nice Humber box footage at 2 minutes here - (plus other vehicles) http://www.britishpathe.com/video/british-and-german-officers/query/army+driver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy F Posted March 28, 2014 Author Share Posted March 28, 2014 Been a bit quiet recently, apologies for that, but work on the Humber has been progressing. we have now put all the mechanics into the chassis, which has been painted around the engine mountings. We have then started fitting the mayal together so that the woodwork can come together. We're still sourcing a few mechanical parts before it runs, plus all the fuel lines need to be fitted. Fuel tank has been fitted, as have both axles and all the brakes. It's starting to actually look like a vehicle now! Still a long way to go, but I think we've made a lot of progress. This is going to be a picture heavy post... The hubs when they were off. Engine and such painted and ready to go in Chassis ready for Engine. The front diff Engine and mechanics mounted And now the front end all together and on, including the wings, wheels and rad Fuel tank seated. And the woodwork begins... We're trying to keep as much of the original as possible, but in some cases we're having to replace a lot, all the floor woodwork is having to be replaced, as is much of the wooden skeleton. The wood above is a first fitting so needs to be sanded and finished. We've managed to save all the original metal bar a few parts at the front on the chassis. The truck had been tested in the sea, which had filled the chassis up with sand, shells and crap and just eaten it away. I'd also like to thank everyone who has helped us with part so far, I will name you all when I have a complete list! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_bish Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 nice progress, starting to look like a Humber again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedawnpatrol Posted March 29, 2014 Share Posted March 29, 2014 Glad to see you are still making good progress, and looking very nice. Jules Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lssah2025 Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 Looking good... I have seen wartime pics of HSC's being built and they had black chassis, engine, running gear, pretty much everything from the frame down was black. I wonder if the Humber heavy was the same? I did mine in green, but if I was going to redo it, again :shocked: I would do it in black. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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