07BE16

I have always assumed it was for a water Jerry-can as per the one on the back of a Champ

Thanks

Richard

I have sent you A PM.

Thanks

Richard

They were the standard 5 inch rims for Lightweights. Original tyres being 6.50 x 16 - which are almost impossible to find now!

I have seen these modified wheels  fitted on MOBAT Recoilless Rifles. Others may be able to confirm if it was a modification specifically for MOBAT.

On a Champ they  are wired / labelled  GR = Ground (Earth) BK = Brake (Not used originally as no brake lights were fitted) . TL = Tail Lights and SL = Number Plate Light / Convoy Light

The Rover 6, 7 , 8 and 9 Handbook also indicates similar wiring

I think if you look closely R is actually B also  there is a T to the left of L so that terminal is TL so it makes sense

1952 Sankey Mark 1 trailer 58BL33  - restored to original condition

Due to lack of space and use I have decided to sell my Sankey trailer as featured in 'Champ World' August 2022.

The following work has been carried out,

- Tub, chassis and wheels shot blasted

- Floor repaired including new lasing eye 'cups'

- Replacement of end panels. 'Cross' strengtheners recreated using home made press tooling

- Wiring harness remade as per original.

- Floor inside and out seam sealed and painted with stonechip protection

- Brush painted with coach enamel in Deep Bronze Green

- New Camac 6.00 x16 tyres fitted matching original Goodyear Eagle type

- New Canvas from American Canvas (John and Mary Worthing)

- Handbrake has been modified (Easily removable mod) to meet legal requirement for break way braking system

- 7pin trailer socket hidden underneath to allow modern trailer board to be used when towing behind a vehicle fitted with a Warner cable

The following original features are present,

- Duckboards

- Warner socket

- Trumpet rear lights

- Correct number plate plinth

- Triangular trailer reflector

Looking for £850 ono.

Located near Wolverhampton email ashmorerj@aol.com or call 01902 844151

Thanks

Richard

I didn't spot the 'The Horse' bit but had a recollection that 'Bull's troop  was RHA - got to the same place regardless

I had spotted that,  see link to 'Bulls Troop'

 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Parachute_Battery_(Bull's_Troop)_Royal_Horse_Artillery

When Convoy or Side and Convoy are selected there is no feed to the brake or indicators

Richard

I believe 19ZR19 was part of a batch of serials allocated to Comets

Richard

William,

Please see scan of the Rover 8 (Land Rover Series 2A) wiring diagram / key which has the same 6 way switch with ignition key. You should be able to work something out based on that.

Richard

In the cold winter of 1947 my dad was a vehicle mechanic in the UK and got fed up of draining the vehicles each night so persuaded the MTO to buy some anti-freeze on petty cash. 

I believe it indicates the cooling system is filled with anti-freeze

Ruxy, they do appear difficult to find. Fortunately there is an online copy available, I will just keep looking.

Thanks

I am looking for a copy of a Rover 1 (Series 2A Lightweight) User Handbook

PM me if you have a copy that you are interested in selling.

Thanks Richard

I have a trailer from the same contract -58BL33. I have just tried the RLC Vehicle Search and they do not appear to have records for 58BL33 or 71BL30. Oddly my plate is incorrectly stamped as a Mark 2 even though the chassis number, VRN, Chassis type and body are clearly a Mark 1.

I had the same result, however if you search on Google for adblock plus you can then install it.

It's working fine now - normal service has been resumed!

See picture of extinguisher with 101 parts 'decal' The decal does tend to 'scuff' under the clamp but it is not visible when assembled. Also the 'decal' is vinyl so you can see the edge of it if you look closely.

If you are talking about the 1970's green BCF type you can obtain decals to replace the original printed data from

https://www.101parts.co.uk/shop/body-and-fittings/chassis-plates/fire-extinguisher-sticker/

Table now sold - set is still available.

Thanks Richard

You can try approaching this from the other direction. If you know the persons details you can get their service record which will record units locations etc. https://www.gov.uk/get-copy-military-service-records/apply-for-someone-elses-records

This has given a very full set of information for my great uncle in the first world war and my great great etc grandfather who joined the 6th Dragoon Guards in 1819

Hope this helps

I am looking to sell my C42 Wireless station. The original plan was to fit this in my Champ or a Rover 6/7/8/9/10/11 this changed when I purchased a non FFR Rover1.

When last tested the intercom worked ok. I might willing to split the table etc,

Please PM me for more details if interested.

Thanks Richard

Looks like a Mark 1 with 3 periscopes for the driver (rather than one in the Mk2). Checking the VRN it started life as an Caernarvon and was / is at Shrivenham

Champ Spares has changed ownership Try the new owner d.bamford@btinternet.com 07861 416718

Sells some parts via ebay and also advertises in the Champ World the Austin Champ Owners club magazine

If you are not a member it is probably worth joining for the contacts.

Richard Owner of Champ 07BE16