Jeff Glasser

Great nostalgic photo's. I'll go through the pile of old photos' in the loft and see what's there. Here's a few that I have to hand. These were all taken at the Air Day at R.A.F. Khormaksar, Aden, 1960.

I see you could'nt have the nosewheel fully extended, I had a similar problem when doing my Vampire. The 'rust bucket' has to be more fun though! Jeff

Having like most people on here, started with a pile of sh*t,and then done our best to make it into something to be proud of, I can appreciate what has gone into your G.P.A. resto' My hat is raised very high to you. Superb job. I also go along with the not getting all that hard work messed up just because someone thinks you should off road (in your case off land) it because that's what it was designed to do. in awe, Jeff

These photo's were taken just after a Mosquito crashed after clipping (with the undercarriage) a monument in a cemetary situated on the approach. A learned friend feels that it was most likely Mosquito PR34, PF672, of 81 Sqn, which came to grief landing at Labuan on 9 Aug 51. That aircraft struck a 20 ft high obstruction some 75 yards from the end of the runway and suffered undercarriage failure on touchdown. There were no casualties thankfully. The other photo' is of an Avro Lincoln that looks like it has suffered a belly landing. Sadly, I dont know where this was taken. Jeff

Rummaging through photos taken by my father when in Malaya or Borneo when in the R.A.F. around 1951, I found this. Of course it might not be from there as there's no info, but I thought someone might find it interesting. It seems to have had a bit of a kicking! Sorry if I've posted it in the wrong place. Jeff.

I rebuilt this Vampire T.11 to static condition back in the '90's. The cockpit section at home in my workshop, and the rest of it at dunkeswell in Devon. The aircraft is now in Ireland. (Weston)

Are you really rebuilding this outside, now that does split the men from the boys! Great job Marty. Jeff

Thanks Nick, got it now. I was only curious as my jeep has plate on the dash that states it was rebuilt to class111 at R.A.W. Bremen, Germany, 1948. I thought there might be some connection. Jeff

A little while ago someone posted that there was a good set of postings re R.A./R.E.M.E rebuilds in Germany on the G503 website. Anyone know where they are? Thanks ,Jeff.

Thanks R Cubed. I am about to get it checked. Strange you should mention this as the steering has felt a bit spongy lately. It would be nice if this turned out to be something so simple! Jeff

That's why I have'nt got any tools left! Did'nt get a chance to thank you, and the few others that turned up at Dunkeswell 3-4 July. Many promised, but did'nt show. Never mind, it was a new thing, so better luck next year when we'll try again. Jeff

That's quite enough from you John, and I suppose by now you know that nobody likes you!:-D Jeff

Yeah, I'm sure you're right, especially when you've most likely got slight buckling in the wheel!! Jeff

Thanks Nick, that's what I shall do, it'll give me peace of mind if nothing else. I originaly set it up with a plank of wood, so it could do with being looked at by people who know what they're doing. Jeff

Thanks for the input guys, I had'nt thought of the fairly obvious re-extra weight etc on the left side. Done that Glynn, cheers anyway. I knew I'd get good answers on here. Jeff

Thanks gritineye, that describes the problem perfectly . Oh well, looks like it's something I'll have to live with. Though it's good to hear that it's maybe not a steering/suspension problem. I might get the tracking checked anyway. Jeff

yeah, I knew that! thanks Bodge, though I'm hoping it might just be a tracking problem. (well, you live in hope do'nt you!!) Jef

Thanks for that Bodge, Lock outs? Jeff

I'm happier painting stuff, so I aint too bright with the machanical side of things. :confused: Can anyone help me rectify a developing problem that I've just noticed before a tyre is ruined. The outside outer rear edge of the the 'bar' on the n.s.f. tyre on my jeep has started to wear unevenly, I'm hoping this is a tracking problem, and nothing too serious. I'll try and attach a sketch of the problem. I hope it shows just what I mean. The jeep does'nt wander or try to steer left or right when the steering wheel is let go. Thanks for any help. Jeff

Re: Hi, i'm ray from workington Welcome mate. A good bunch of guys on here, all completely mad! Jeff

I'll have a go this weekend hopefully Stu' , I'll keep you informed. As it's fairly clean, and the radiator is'nt that old, I'm not sure whether it's worth flushing out, still, it probably wont do any harm. I try never to be more than six feet away from my hammer! Over the years we've become very close! Jeff.

Thanks Stu, I'll take a look and see what they've got. I used K-Seal once, but did'nt have any luck. I'm going to try some of the ceramic stuff that catweazle sent me. Fingers crossed. Jeff p.s. love your signature!

Ahhh! it feels so good to ruin someones day!!!!! Jeff

Sorry if there's already a post on here relating to this, but has anyone got a good idea for flushing out the cooling system on a jeep? It's in good condition, but i want to use a crack repair sealant, so want it as clean as possible. Thanks for any ideas. Jeff

Not quite in the same league, but here's a pic' taken of my jeep and a beautiful L4 Cub at Dunkeswell a week ago. Jeff.