Philliphastings

What a great project ! I am restoring (very slowly I might add) the Mk1 Scout Carrier here in Western Australia. I note the earlier posted comments regarding parts in Australia. Although the remains of a few universals have turned up in the Eastern states, there seems to be almost nothing over this side of the country. As an example I have been searching for a CAV lighting and ignition swith box for two or three years and only recently obtained one - from the UK ! Good luck with your restoration Cheers Phill

My real vote would probably be for the beaverette scout car... Cheers Phill

What about the 'Carrier, Scout Mk1' seriously under powered, very very lightly armoured for a true AFV (which it was designated as it's day) and only armoured on one side. despite that though, I happen to think thay are brilliant - but then again I am biased as I have what may well be the last one in captivity and currently under slow restoration right here in Australia ! Cheers Phill:-D

Greetings all. When I can I will certainly post up some pics of what's left of the poor old Scammell (notice the correct spelling now). At the moment I am without a home computer or scanner and have to use the local public library. When the Scammell comes home in a few months (after a two year wait) I will post up some homecoming pics of the monster. Cheers Phill

Hi All, Just thought I'd let you know that I own one of the ex Australian Scammel (Leyland) contractors and have plans to restore it 'maybe one day' I served in 26 Transport Squadron, Royal Australian Corps Of Transport at Puckapunyal which was co located with 158 Tank Transport Troop, primary operators of the 'Scammels' they were known. Unfortunately my vehicle has lost it's original Cummins engin, winch, fithe wheel coupling and radiator /Grille assembly. Cheers Phill

Hello gentlemen and Thanks for the warm welcome, sorry no but I'm not a fosters drinker. I originally hale from New South Wales so Tooheys is my weapon of choice ! In the fullness of time I will try to get some pics of my toys posted up as well as other snippets etc Cheers and thanks again Phill

Hello all, Just a quick note of introduction from the dry central wheatbelt of WA. My name is Phill Hastings and I seem to collect Military vehicles which are primarily of British design or origin. I have been heavily involved in preserving Vintage and Military vehicles since 1979. Currently up to my armpits in eight Landrovers, three Ferrets, a mk1 Scout Carrier and a Caterpillar D4 lend lease. I'm especially enamoured with the technical design and physical utility of Military vehicles and equipment. Looking forward to making new and lasting friendships on this site which I found while researching my 'Carrier, Scout Mk 1L'. Phill