BosunAl

There's a restored 1915 Opel in Museum Sinsheim that look very much like the one you show . . . 4-cyl, vol 7.1 (cwt??), 50 hp according to the photo. Other sources indicate that Open made 3-t trucks, but don't give model numbers. Would appreciate it if you'd share any drawings you may come up with as I can find very few of WW1 German vehicles. Bosun Al

If anyone can provide the wheelbase for the 1903-04 Bussing light truck, it'd be greatlly appreciated it if you'd share with me. I have some good photos and some fair drawings and am considering building one in 1:32 scale. Thanks Bosun Al

Found Grace's Guide impressive. Are there other such books that provide drawings and dimensions of military and commercial vehicles that can be accessed in PDF or similar format? Bosun Al

Not 1:1, but am thinking of making some in 1:32 scale. Bosun Al

Thank you . . . this confirms what I had suspected. Bosun Al

What would be appropriate colors for a lastkraftwagen of WW1 vintage? Thanks . . . Bosun Al

Understand your feels, but there certainly are specific events worthy of recognition. Bosun Al

" The swatches used are BS 381. The grey paint applied first on a 1916 Leyland, appears to be Dark Admiralty Grey. Progressive layers appear as Dark Sea Grey and Medium Sea Grey. These latter two colours continue on into the 1920's being found on latter chassis wheels. Thornycroft pre WW1 have the colour Medium Sea Grey moving on latter to Dark Sea Grey. Aircraft grey is also in there as a layer as well as being found as well on other mechanical items of the time." Are these Humbrol paints or what? Bosun Al

" The swatches used are BS 381. The grey paint applied first on a 1916 Leyland, appears to be Dark Admiralty Grey. Progressive layers appear as Dark Sea Grey and Medium Sea Grey. These latter two colours continue on into the 1920's being found on latter chassis wheels. Thornycroft pre WW1 have the colour Medium Sea Grey moving on latter to Dark Sea Grey. Aircraft grey is also in there as a layer as well as being found as well on other mechanical items of the time." Are these Humbrol piants or what? Bosun Al

San Diego Fire Rescue has an old Liberty truck stored away somewhere. I've not seen it, so I can't comment on it's condition . . . am trying to get pictures. Apparently it was converted for wildland fire use. Have suggested that they sell it to get funds for other projects as I suspect there will be interested parties. Will post images if I can, but imagine it'll take some time. Bosun Al

Another possibility is to take a dried sample . . . perhaps a paddle used to stir the paint . . . to a hardware store and let them make a match electronically. Bosun Al

Where does one find the chassis logs? Are only Dennis vehicles listed there? If so, where can the others be found? Thanks . . . Bosun Al

Jack and I corresponded on several occasions about the LCP Fords several times before his untimely death. I was pleased to contribute several images that he didn't have, including the rear of the vehicle. I'm sure he'd approve of the fine job you did completing his dream. Bosun Al

Most interesting series showing some beautiful workmanship. By any chance do you have images of French or Italian Dodges with the disc wheels! Bosun Al

I, too, am shocked. Jack and I had exchanged information even before he joined HMVF. Unfortunately, another reminder of how fragile we are. God bless . . . Bosun Al

Found an image of a McLaughlin D-4 1916 ambulance among my archives. Unfortunately, I can't seem to attach it to this message. Any suggestions? Bosun Al

Do you have the Dodge light repair truck handbook? If so, are ther drawings that you could share? This is an interesting projest and I'm enjoying following it. Keep up the good work . . . both in the garage and on the forum. Bosun Al

Does anyone know of a book or web site that shows motor truck/auto logos and radiator shape by company as an aid in identifying WW1 vehicles? Having such a gouge would certainly help identify vehicles in old photos. Thanks . . . Al Fisher

I recently acquired a 1:32 lead Model-T circa 1913. My first choice is as a British Staff Car as I have some TAW staff figures, but am unsure how to finish it. Would appreciate your comments on the following questions: - Presently it's left-hand drive, but converting it to right-hand drive shouldn't be too difficult. Does anyone know if the Brits had any right-hand drive Ts? - As to the color: Should an early-war T be dark green, khaki or what? I would think brown leather seats, black floor mats, and no brass would be appropriate. Am thinking of doing the headlights silver with a yellow tint. - As to WD numbers: I've seen pictures of Ts in the Near East with WD numbers of LC^####, but I think I've also seen them in Britain or the Western Front as M^####. Comments? Thank's for your time . . . Bosun Al

Glad you joined us, Jack! I have several photos showing Lewis guns mounted behind the passenger seat. As a general rule, Vnckers guns seem to be behind the dash as you mentioned. Wonder if there was a practical reason for this difference? Looking forward to seeing your LPC car finished . . . Bosun Al

I'm a retired oceanographer with an intrest in the WW1 era. Also an occasional toy soldier maker who's interested in things that "go", both horse- and engine-powered. I find this link most educational . . . and continued to be amazed at what you accomplish! Al Fisher aka Bosun Al

Hi to all . . . I'm Al Fisher aka Bosun Al, a modeler and historian interested in the WW1 era. Spent ten years as a docent at the San Diego Firehouse Museum where we have a number of gas-powered rigs from teo 1914 Seagrave engines to a 1943 truck plus a few hand-pulled rigs. Although working on them is well beyond my capability, I appreciate them greatly. All American (and mostlly Seagrave) to this point. AL

I've seen some wonderful vehicles on this site and look forward to seeing more in the future as well as enjoying the progress of on-going projects. One thing that would be greatly appreciated is the posting of any 3-view drawings you may have acquired during the restoration process. Those of us who model these old beauties need all the help we can get! Bosun Al

Wonder if they squaked in German? Al