Jeff Glasser

Superb photos', especially the ones with a threatening sky behind the aircraft. p.s. I hate you too! Jeff

This belonged to me back in the '60's, I did contact the owner who has it now, but have lost his details, anyone able to help? It was on an advert some time back for 'jeeparts' (the company) I hope this is in the right thread thingy! Jeff

I'm sure the pleasure will be all mine J F Jeff

Bit late but heres one to add. Dunkeswell taken from the Skydiver clubs aircraft at around 12,000 ft. and one of a Stampe over same. Sadly, this aircraft now written off after getting airborne by itself at Goodwood earlier this year! Jeff

sorry about that Malcolm, I must have seen you on Sunday. Hope to see you later. Jeff

Hi Derek, how are you keeping. I think all our Wessex M.V.T. guys are aware of it, and Roy Gallina is working his butt off making sure other M.V.T. people are as well. If we only get 20-30 vhicles that would be good, any more and it's a bonus. thanks for getting in contact. Although it's not a 'Warbird' event there should be some nice classics there. The Airport management are hoping that it could be a combined event for the future. As you say, Dunkeswell is a great place to hold any kind of military event due to its historical past. Jeff

Rob, I hope you see these, thanks for the last message, I did'nt know where to to post these. Jeff

Yeah Howerd, there's no substitute for space is there. My trouble is that having once had loads of workshop/paintshop space pre retirement, I've been spoilt. I did'nt think about how good it was to have ramps, engine cranes etc. I just took them for granted. Do you share the workshop space with anyone else or do you work alone? I was always quite happy to bash away on my own, unless something heavy had to be shifted or held. I take my hat off to those guys that rebuild stuff in bad conditions. How far do you live from Bungay,do you get there much. If you get the chance, ask anyone who looks like they've always lived there and they're around 60 if they remember a lad in the '60's who drove American cars, was a bit of a character, and then known as 'Hank' Also my old man owned the 'Corner Cafe' in those days. Got any pics' of your truck? Jeff

Thanks Lord Burley. Unfortunately that talent has to stay hidden these days. I might have mentioned having to retire early due to the paint and dust inhaled over the years have taken their toll. I do miss doing that stuff though. You're right about Claremonts prices! I've had a penchant for Yanks since my teens, and have let some real gems slip thru' my grubby fingers over the years!! Jeff

Many years ago in the very late '60's, a couple of mates and I visited a small salvage yard in Fordingbridge, Hampshire. There were a couple of '60's Pontiac ambulances there which we were interested in. No one came out so we had a look around. At the back almost covered by the undergrowth there was, I believe, a Sherman, and close by a Bren gun carrier. Is this a figment of my imagination, or does anyone know of these, or those as the case might be? The memory is'nt what it was! Jeff

your right dave, though I am recieving therapy. I get plugged into the mains, then my wife shows me pictures of 'Vettes, jeeps, etc. and switches the power on! ( little does she know I'm getting to like it!) The Falcon Ute' sounds nice. I always wanted a late '60's El Camino with a big block, but s.w.m.b.o. said I'd look like a Hill Billy. I did have a '59 F100 back in the '70's which was good fun. Jeff

Hello mate, and welcome to a great forum. Jeff

Hi cj3b, Welcome. I'm new on here too, but I've already been made to feel as if I've been here ages. No problem with your English, 100% better than my Swiss (French?) Jeff

Hello Kyle, Welcome. I've only just joined myself and have had a great response already. It's a fantastic site. You'll love it. Jeff

I would have liked a G.M.C. like yours, but it would be a problem as to where to keep it, I imagine you have the same problem. I have sent a message to the guys at 'Harleston Military Trucks' on here re an old buddy from there, but so far no reply. Jeff

Thanks Tim, I have felt like taking something else on, but it would have to be a very easy job, and how many of those do you find! Jeff

Thanks C.W. see private message Jeff

The green engine was the original much cracked Willys. At that stage believe it or not I did'nt know G.P.W. engines were grey, and so repainted it as found! replacement motor correctly painted grey. Sorry to have confused you there C.W.! Jeff. p.s. where can I find reference to Car-go sealant that you kindly mentioned?

Hi Howerd, how is sunny Suffolk these days? How much work is there to do on the G.M.C? Jeff

Just goes to show how a military vehicle resto' can age you safariswing!!

Thanks Bodge, Yeah, I spent many hours and a fortune on it, then when it was finished I did'nt like it. It was a '77 with the L.48 350 cu inch motor, which to be honest compared to the earlier stuff was gutless. The decision to sell it was that I was always looking for the speed cameras and the arsholes who wanted to damage it! At my age I was also starting to feel like the oldest swinger in town when driving it! (I'm entering my 61st year!) Jeff

HWade, although I now live in Somerset, I lived in Bungay, Suffolk in the '60's. How old are you?:sweat: Jeff

For you Lord Burley... I see you have been struck down with the other desease! I sold this a while ago. Body off resto' more money! I did own a very nice '64 rag top back in the '70's. Ahhhh! happy days! Jeff

Blimey guys, that was quick. Thanks for your kind comments. I had actually gone back and edited it a bit, you probably missed it. Of course there are a lot more photos' ( never enough though is there!) but I thought I'd condense it somewhat. If some of you chaps are like me, the attention span is'nt what it was! Jeff

I've only very recently joined this superb site, and am already getting feedback on jeep related problems. Having looked through at some of the incredibly brave restorations, I thought I'd chuck in a few photos' of my jeep which I rebuilt nearly ten years ago. I take my hat off to all you guys with the rare and big stuff. When viewed for the first time I should have walked away from it and found something easier to rebuild, but I'm sure you are all aware of how they talk to you and beg to not be left to rot away in some overgrown shed (if they're lucky) So I handed over too much money and dragged the poor thing home. I'd also had a jeep in the '60's and had always wanted another. ( I think it's a desease! ) I had been in the bodywork trade for around 30 years and thought the job would take around a year to do. In the end it took three, working most evenings, and some lunch times! I had decided that this would be my swan song so I'd try and do it to the best of my ability. I do'nt think it turned out bad, apart from the odd oil leak, and hairline crack in the block which even now still plagues me. The jeep was much worse than I thought, with nothing in or on it that was'nt worn out or damaged in some way! Most of the ancillaries had been robbed, along with stuff that bolts on the outside! Anyway, I hope you like these few pics'. It was a great help having the resources of the garage and bodyshop at hand, saving huge amounts of money. The first engine build was a failure as the block leaked so badly it could only be used as a garden ornament to put pot plants in the bores! A new block was sourced and was rebuilt with all new innards. ( sadly, this block also has a hairline crack in the usual place above the distributor close to the head.) The tub was so badly rotted I decided (after much soul searching) to fit a new tub. I have no idea where it was manufactured, but is a superb replica, unlike some that I have seen over the years. As I said, everything has been rebuilt or replaced. I've had a lot of help information wise and the most helpful of all has been Tony Sudds. (even when I've rung him during his annual bath!) I'm sure I'm not alone when I say that it's a very emotional experience when you drive it for the first time, and nothing breaks or falls off! It is finished in 2-pack paint. I added a small amount of flexi' additive that is used for plastic bumpers etc. This gives a very slight sheen that allows easy removal of the remains of toffee apples and ice cream. One of the first outings after only a short time of finishing was to Dunkeswell Airfield in Devon to ferry around some U.S.Navy Veterens that had come over to see their old base. As usual it rained heavily, and the jeep was at times up to her axles in mud when me and other jeep owners took them of a tour of the airfield. (some of the old buildings were down very muddy tracks) So the jeep was 'Christened' Which brought forth the comment from friend and jeep owner who was with me, that he " could'nt believe I'd done that" It took a whole day to clean it after this, ( they never look quite so pristine again do they!) but it was worth it to see the pleasure on the old guys faces. He and I later took it to Normandy in 2004,the only fault being a dud starter motor, (which suddenly decided to work again as we were going to the ferry home!) but it's not like a jimmy or other heavy kit, and we always found someone to give us a push. I have been offered serious money for it, but I would have to be in dire financial trouble to even contemplate selling. There's too much of 'me' in it. I had to retire early due to dust and paint taking their toll over the years, ( be very careful guys when painting or sanding your vehicles ) plus the odd ciggy over the years probably did'nt help! So it has a special place in my heart as it was the last resto' that I could do. the photos' are-- 1. as found ( it does'nt look too bad does it! I should have known better!) 2. going home 3. Strip down, that's a pal who thinks it's funny because it is'nt his! 4. frame and body tub, apart from being very bent, the chassis was rust free 5. chassis repairs on jig. 6. naturally, both axels were rebuilt 7. chassis build up. 8. first engine dissassembled. 9. chassis with first engine in place (mistakenly painted green, it's a G.P.W.) note jeep 'Gremlin' offspring of pal. 10. tub and 'new' engine in place. 11. markings going on. (jeep finished to represent the personal hack of Lt Joe Kennedy Jr. (older brother of President John F. Kennedy) U.S.Navy, whilst a pilot flying P.B.4.Y.1's at Dunkeswell, Devon during W.W.II. This was decided on as at the time I was a co owner and director of said establishment. 12. under hood photo' taken not long ago. Still looks o.k. 13. as it is now. (yeah, I know it says 2007) I would have put captions with the photos' if I knew how. Sorry. While I'm here, I discovered during the engine (1st) strip down that a groove had been machined around the crankshaft journals out from the oil holes. Also, there were thin brass shims between the con rods and their caps! anyone seen this before? On the gearbox there was a plate stating it had been rebuilt at the V.W, factory in Wolfsburg. It also has a plate on the dash stating it was rebuilt to 'class III by R.A.W. workshops, Bremen, Germany. 1948.' No numbers or other markings were found on the hood. Sorry if I've gone on a bit. Jeff