SirLanceUK

Hi, Still working my way around bits fixing where i can, but i need a connector to fit the comanders periscope No 62 Mk1 on my Spartan. I have enclosed a picture of the connector on the periscope but I need the the cupola feed side. If any one has one, or a part number or knows where i can get the conector to make my own cable up

Also noticed on my drawings it mentions the positive feed on Pin A it in reality it appears to be on pin 2

will after quite a bit of messing about I got the fan unit out, after making a tool to extract the shaft. Then using normal pullers I  removed the bearings and using a friends hydrolic press, pressed the replacement ones in place.

Many thanks to Andy Baker for pointing out that belleville spring washers should be coned shape and not flat as mine our and as shown above... I have a feeling I  have lots more to learn:

On 5/31/2020 at 5:59 AM, sexton said:

I've read through your attempts to unscrew the end cap of the equilibrator, item 48 in the parts diagram, and I don't see anywhere where you specifically heat the bugger up to red hot with an oxy-acetylene torch. That's what it needs! 

And by the "bugger", I mean the flat face of the end cap and the region of the cylinder with the internal threads. 

I don't know the diameter of the cylinder but you may need to buy or borrow a crescent wrench, aka adjustable spanner, large enough to fit the flats. And it must fit snugly!

Soaking in the huge variety of penetrants always suggested for this kind of problem doesn't hold a candle to heat. 

The Belleville washers will not suffer from this heating as the thermal conductivity across an interface is very poor, especially if rust is involved. 

Malcolm

Hi Malcolm,

I did try heat but couldn’t generate enough. I have a friend who has the bigger hammer, torch and when he gets 5 minutes he has s going to apply his larger toys... I will feedback when he is successful 

A further update, I have sent the Equilibrator to a friend (he is now) who has his own fabrication company he has the tools to heat the body and large hammers to do hopefully do the job. I have written to 2 companies on the washers but no reply yet....

Still trying

The final picture, mostly put back, and screwed back together been fun on to the next item

On 5/10/2020 at 2:42 PM, Pete C said:

Afternoon Gents,

I was with 25 Field Squadron, Royal Engineers from January 1970 - November 74, they had just moved from Paderborn to Iserlohn, at this time there was HQ Squadron, 5 Squadron & 2 armoured. We were based in Corruna Barracks and was part of 26 engineer Regiment. 

The Chinese symbol associated with 25 squadron does indeed come from the Boxer rebellion, and was associated with a group of Chinese called the "The Society of the Righteous and Harmonious Fists", this was a group who were intent on overthrowing the outside dominance of China.

 

They were defeated by multi national force and China had to Pay 330 million dollars in compensation, this was later returned on the proviso China built universities.

I am still in contact with quite a number of Sappers from that period, we were supposed to have been in Coventry this weekend for another of our reunions, but sadly due to the state of things at the moment we had to cancel it. Not to worry we are going to have a 50th anniversary gathering next March.

I hope the above has been of some benefit.

 

Pete C

 

Pete C,

Thank you, it is the clearest explination I have had. Your symbol is not quite the same as the one I was supplied with, but understanding where the name came from and some history, I can see the links that means the version I came across is a bastardasation of the correct symbol. That is something I would/ could not have know without your help.

Hi Paul,

I have done a few vehicles now, when i asked for the V55/5 they sent instructions as to what I needed to fill in. Of course the first time I got this wrong, but a very nice lady from DVLA walked me through the form. even corrected my mistakes.  

The biggest help was the Tank Muesum libary  at Bovingdon as the paperwork I had was incomplete, something I didn't know till I engaged with MVT and DVLA.

Only took 4 months, but I got my V5

Moral support from the people of this forum did keep me sane so if I can be of help

Hi Colin,

3 places I started when i wanted to do something I hadn't a clue about:-

here -  there are so many good guys on here that can tell you what you need to do

MVT - if you can talk to the right people, like here a wealth of knowledge

DVLA - a bit hit and miss, talked to really good people who spent a long time talking to me helping me figure out what form I needed to put where, but then I also spoke to a numbty who told me I would not be able to drive my Spartan on the road....

Welcome to the site

On 4/7/2020 at 12:51 AM, Messier4715 said:

I have a small affinity for Spartans been in and out driving and was just done with some of my commanders course before being medically discharged. One day I’ll have my own ( be easier to drag my ass in haha) rig some hand control for gear up down and I’ll be sorted the lands that I served with live local and they love the old girls as much as I do. When this is all settled (corvid19) I would love to try see a show or what not, anyway lads and lasses chat soon. Trust your all well and safe.

Watch this space, dont know where you are in the world but i would love you to pop over and see (maybe drive dont promise that) my Spartan, give me a few tips and maybe buy me a beer

Sorry to hear your having to go to plan ‘c’ 

1 hour ago, Terra1936 said:

I still cannot locate one for the one I am missing! 

Unfortunately I can’t find one either. I do keep looking though. 

Having read the reasons it does look like nimby . I am not sure any of the reasons make much sense. 

If I can be of help just ask 

I have also just got an email saying the permission has been declined. I am now off to read the decision.... I just can’t believe it

Hi Dale,

That Shutzenpanzer HS 30 looks in superb condition, road wheels and track look almost new.

Maybe after  lunch and you have track off, engine, box and steering unit out a couple of pictures woudl be fun, and as you will have so much time how about a little of the history?

Hi Alex,

I have only just picked up on this thread. I have owned a Spartan for around a year, it didn't look anywhere near as pretty as yours However I have had a lot of blood, sweat and swear words trying to replace all the bits that were missing, a never ending job...

I so wish I had a field to go rushing about on, I am finding the local roads are doing no favours for the rubbers on the tracks. I have however had a great deal of help from the forum and others (local guys and girls that own military vehicles, and former miltiary personal who used to operate CVRT's), and while I am still learning everytime I climb on board, most of the time I come away with a tired smile on my face.

Love to see your vids I am guessing I missed your facebook name or even utube link....

Please feel free to read through my numerous threads some of which might answer some of your questions or contact me directly

On 3/16/2020 at 12:39 PM, steviem said:

up date here, all compete and registered, thanks for the help folks.

Good Job

Phone call happened everything moved forward 2 became 12 became 10.

Baby was uncovered and battery connected and failed to start.. flat battery..

Fortunately Simon's beast of a machine (picture below) was able to reach out and place the cupola back in place... What A toy

Even better I was trying to fit the bolts in place and asked Paul and Rob to rotate the cupola slightly and instead of the fixing ring turning the cupola turned. Slight mod the fixing ring was turned bolts in place, a big sigh...

Even better the cupola now rotates with very little effort. Next step to fix everything back on... Still keep me busy for a while

Just now, sirhc said:

Hi Lance,

I have some roof hatch struts somewhere, if I can remember where they are I’ll let you know.

Chris

Hi Chris,

you are a star

Lance

Just an update, I have the local farmer arriving at 12:00 on the 12th to replace the cupola and the hard work can start replacing the GPMG, spotlight, cocking mechanism and periscope. As an aside I have finished fabricating the roof doors openers and stays. I might even get replacement gas springs..... lots happening

Love the video, thanks for sharing. I don't have a Sherman or Stuart but I am sure some of the tips will make great talking points in the snug at some get together

My very quick answer above is totally incorrect, and I am sorry for misleading you. When I checked my paperwork I did indeed discover that I had valid insurance based on the data plate so Mk3iain is correct. But when I checked my submission I didn't include any insurance documents hence my mistake..... 

I forgot to add I had to add the vehicle tax with my submission as well as my V55 fee.

When I registered my vehicle I did not need insurance to get the registration. I also did not to have it separately insurance at the time. But if I had to guess providing you can show unique numbers then they can insure it against theft

This really is a strange subject. I registered my Spartan after several delays without a NOVA after calling DVLA and speaking to them they told me then did not need me to supply one. I know others have told the opposite. I was also told by a certain person at the DVLA that I was unable to drive my vehicle on the road FULL STOP. 

At one point I was passed on to the technical team who write the specifications for the MOT, a very interesting conversation with most of the team, and in further conversations with DVLA I was able to quote their name

Being a tracked vehicle I also had the backing of the tank museum who bent over backward to help me get the registration. MVT did help in the end but were not very speedy as they had to satisfy themselves that their documentation was complete and through enough for the DVLA.

I think in my limited contact with DVLA I found it was sometimes worth calling in again and talking to someone else.

26 minutes ago, timbo said:

Following this with interest as I have 2 Spartans and a Striker to do this job on!  As an aside, I have exactly the same T handle hex set as you!

My earnest advice, get the cupola at a height you can sit down and work on, those bearings take along time to remove and put back in.... on the plus side if I can do it anyone can 

"Still don't know what the microswitch does but it operates when the cupola is forward facing, maybe it is a cut out so you can only fire forward.... If I do find out I will let all know "

Just letting you know - talking to a Striker owner (he knows who he is) reading the prf the micro switch is a trigger inhibitor and stops the GPMG from shooting in a rear ward direction taking out the rear equipment and aerials.

Not a problem I think I will ever have, but knowledge I am glad I have ...