Jeff Glasser

Thanks for the comments melchy, I'll investigate K-seal as well as C.W.'s Car-Go when I can find it on tinternet. Jeff

I've posted you a personal message, I've checked out the brilliant Beech site. Here's a picture of my jeep. There is a connection with the two finishes. (Beech/jeep) Jeff

Thanks C.W. I'll look for it, if I fail, I'll contact you re cost etc. As I said, it is only a cosmetic thing, but it does spoil the look of my hard work under the bonnet see pic. (weeping not visible, only my own sobs of frustration!) Jeff

Yes, that was the stuff Richard, It had been recomended by a guy from Westland Helicopters, so I figured it ought to be good. maybe I was doing Something wrong. Having been in the bodywork trade for nearly 40 years I have found that it's rarely the product that's at fault. I've also come across some real crap in my time. jeff

Some time ago I was in contact with a chap who had something to do with a printing firm in the midlands. His jeep, and a Dodge were pictured as part of the advert that 'jeeparts' had at the time. This jeep, KCG 509 a G.P.W, belonged to me in the late '60's and I have a couple of (poor) photos' of it that I'm sure he would like. His surname sounded Polish! Here's one of them anyway. I hope he sees it. Jeff.

I do'nt suppose you'd know anything about that would you Jack?:shocked: Jeff

Catweazle,What is this, and where do I get it? I've had a small crack in my jeep block for years, usual place above the distributor. It only weeps for a short time after start up and shut down, so it is'nt a problem really. More cosmetic, but is very annoying to see the whitish stain down the block after a run. When I first rebuilt the engine and noticed the crack, I was given some 2- part stuff that came in an orange and blue egg cup shaped plastic containers. You had to grind a vee into the crack (not good), then fill it with this stuff which was like grey body filler. It lasted a while, but started weeping again. I've learnt to live with it, as it is'nt a problem, and I do'nt have a cooling problem (touch wood), but I would like to try and stop it without resorting to major surgery! I've tried many additives, but none seem to work. Jeff

Thanks for the welcome guys. I assume that after said chores and duties are completed, there will be the standard damned good thrashing in the dorm from Potherington-Smythe (senior)after lights out! On the parking pecking order, I'm very aware of the perils of the parking lot. Nobody wants to hear the chap you saw earlier at the helm of a Sherman asking if the owner of a jeep/Tilly/ motorcycle, is in the bar! Does'nt everything upset the Dutch?! Jeff

Phew! I have a pal,an ex bootneck, who climbed his way up through Gazelles,' Lynx, etc, and is now an Airline Capt. He had many tales to tell of such things that never were reported! and to think us lesser mortals hold these skygods in such awe! I had some near scrapes myself during my early days of flying, and during flying for the R.N.and R.M. skydiving club at Dunkeswell. When it's wet and they can't jump or fly, that's when all these stories surface. Though I'm sure some of them have been somewhat embelished! Well, nobody wants to hear a dull story do they! Jeff

Thanks for that Lee, If I'd paid more attention on joining the site, I would have seen where it had to go. I shall now stab myself in the eye with a bayonet as a penance! Jeff

Dammit, Chrisg, you had to go and mention it did'nt you! undoing months of very expensive therapy. Jeff

That must have been interesting for a few minutes Yorkie370, what was the outcome? Expensive?!! Jeff

Now that's more like it C.W. Though I am recieving therapy for my debilitating dependancy on the bisquit that cannot be mentioned. Jeff

Thanks Snapper, from now on I shall always carry a supply in the jeep. Would they be Class A custard creams, or is it o.k. if they're for your own use? I'm afraid I'm new to the world of Custard cream dealing! Jeff

A lovely aircraft, I helped restore it some years ago at Dunkeswell/Devon when my friend owned it. I was responsible for the paint job! It originaly had a Renault engine which even after a complete rebuild was crap and could never be trusted! It was later fitted with a trusty D.H. Gypsy engine which made it a much better aeroplane. I hope it can be rebuilt. As for whoever was in control that day, well, hind sight is a wonderful thing! I've attached a couple of pics' of it from a few years back. Jeff

Thanks for the welcome Tony, I'm sure I'll figure it all out in time. I've wandered through the site and found it most interesting. Custard creams! is that all it takes!!

Dunkeswell Airport, nr Honiton Devon. On the 4th-5th of July there is a 'Fly in' for light/homebuilt/and Classic aircraft. There can be up to 200 visiting aircraft ( Saturday is usually the busiest) The organisers and Airport management would like to combine this event with a Military vehicle contingent, with the hope that this would become a future attraction for the likes of us people who own green things. The Airport facilities would be accessable to all visiting military vehicle owners and their passengers etc. This would include free entry to the meet, the display area, and the Air Centre, which has an excellent bar and restaurant with all day food, drinks etc. being served. Those that wish to, can camp overnight. On the Saturday night there is a band (type not known) and 'Hog roast' The airfield is ex U.S.Navy W.W.II (flying B.24/P.B.4Y 1's and Catalinas') and is steeped in history, and still very much intact. It's very busy with one of the best skydiving schools in the U.K. and an equaly top notch and thriving flying school. (should you wish to see Devon from the air, this can be arranged.) retaining many of the original buildings and all three runways. Those that wish to attend, and they will be most welcome, should try to arrive by mid morning either day. We know that new events are always difficult, but it would be appreciated if as many as possible could give it a go! By the way, I own a '42 G.P.W. Jeff

Hi there, my name is Jeff and I'm a bit new to computers etc. so please bear with me. First I'd like to mention a forthcoming event that members might be interested in. (If the moderators feel I've put this in the wrong place, please feel free to move it to a more appropriate thread.) Dunkeswell Airport, nr Honiton Devon. On the 4th-5th of July there is a 'Fly in' for light/homebuilt/and Classic aircraft. There can be up to 200 visiting aircraft ( Saturday is usually the busiest) The organisers and Airport management would like to combine this event with a Military vehicle contingent, with the hope that this would become a future attraction for the likes of us people who own green things. The Airport facilities would be accessable to all visiting military vehicle owners and their passengers etc. This would include free entry to the meet, the display area, and the Air Centre, which has an excellent bar and restaurant with all day food, drinks etc. being served. Those that wish to, can camp overnight. On the Saturday night there is a band (type not known) and 'Hog roast' The airfield is ex U.S.Navy W.W.II (flying B.24/P.B.4Y 1's and Catalinas') and is steeped in history, and still very much intact. It's very busy with one of the best skydiving schools in the U.K. and an equaly top notch and thriving flying school. (should you wish to see Devon from the air, this can be arranged.) retaining many of the original buildings and all three runways. Those that wish to attend, and they will be most welcome, should try to arrive by mid morning either day. We know that new events are always difficult, but it would be appreciated if as many as possible could give it a go! By the way, I own a '42 G.P.W. Jeff