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That's very interesting! I bought a second rotten truck recently to share with a friend for drivetrain spares, but am definitely interested in a source of parts. Could you share the location/name of the site? We're planning to drive down to the South next May to watch the European Truck Trials, so would be interesting to stop off on the way and have a look

Thanks Robin, I've managed to get hold of a couple now, local to me. Has anyone tried Kerry for Sumb parts lately?

I've got a couple of spare rims now, thanks

Hello experts! Questions regarding a Simca Sumb... I realise this is an old thread, but hopefully can get some advice from those with experience of these two questions, as I have previously asked the DVLA but they could not answer: - Has anyone determined what of meant by 'running gear'? I have asked the DVLA but they could not answer the question, ave could only suggest that I make changes, then submit a report and they will determine whether the truck should keep its Historic status, which seems risky - If the original V8 petrol engine and 4-spd gearbox are not rea

Hi Martin, I might have one on the garage but I do not know what condition it's in. I'll dig it out at the weekend if it's there. Otherwise it'll be at work, and unfortunately I can't travel there with the current restrictions Adam

Thanks Robin

Thank You Robin

Ditto, maybe just didn't have a cab or axles that I was enquiring about - I'll send another email to check if they have any Sumbs left

Nelson Hydraulics can supply the wheel cylinder seals, but I haven't tried to source any air pak seals

I recently emailed Kerry at RR Services to enquire about spares for the Sumb, but got a brief reply saying that they were unable to help at present. Does anyone know if they still have trucks/spares?

This is the link to the French manuals (thanks to Pitmole) I am steadily working through them so may be able to help with certain sections

Thank you for those links

Hello MV experts, Does anyone know the maximum width of tire that can be fitted to Simca UNIC Sumb rims, instead of the original 10.5 R20? I am looking at (Unimog) 335/80 R20 or 12.5 R20, but the sellers are not sure if they will work? I'm aware there will be an increase in tire OD and need to check rubbing clearance. Thanks, Adam

Hello MV experts, Does anyone know the maximum width of tire that can be fitted to Simca UNIC Sumb rims, instead of the original 10.5 R20? I am looking at (Unimog) 335/80 R20 or 12.5 R20, but the sellers are sure if they will work? I'm aware there will be an increase in tire OD and need to check rubbing clearance. Thanks, Adam

Thanks Ian for this advice - apologies that I didn't reply sooner