Jessie The Jeep

The additive works out much cheaper, with a mix of 20ml to each 6ltrs of fuel. It costs about £7.00 for 500ml Steve

A single 150 gallon tank gave the P-47 a radius of action of 375 miles. Two on the P-47 gave it 550 miles. Two were carried on the P-38, just inboard of the engines, giving it a radius of action at 600 miles. The more common type was the tear drop 75 gallon tank made from steel, and the more parallel sided 108 gallon tank made from both steel and a paper/plastic composite. They were connected to the aircraft by a glass tube which would shatter as the tank was released. If you get hold of a copy of "The Mighty Eighth War Manual" by Roger A. Freeman, there is a section in more detail there. Steve

The tanks were made in the US and UK, from Steel with a capacity of 150 or 165 Gallons. Steve

Looks to me to be a 150 Gallon drop tank as used by P-38 Lightnings. Steve

I just use a lead substitue by Morris. I think it's called Zero Lead 2000. Steve

I checked out a few of the groups vehicles at the weekend and found a mix of hot and not gauges. I hope Mr A doesn't want any more kids, as his speedo is hot, and with a cracked glass, is even more dangerous as the paint dust could escape and be breathed in. I also know why Mr M with the Dodge is fairly bald! The other two jeeps are ok, and I havent checked the other vehicles yet! Steve

The jeep with the crates is actually my jeep, and they contain a 12v caravan battery, a mains inverter and a CD player and two big speakers to give us 40's music where ever we go. Since the jeep is an airbase jeep ( 100th BG ), the crates are stencilled up with aircraft and engine parts. Steve

Most of the Dodges in the group are loaded up with kit, so it stops it all falling out or blowing around. Plus I don't think the owners can really be bothered until we get to proper summer weather. This is England you know, in 5 minutes the weather can turn from summer to snow!!! Steve

Here's a few of the more 'normal' cars Steve

Cliff had a fuel problem resulting in him spending most of the afternoon under the hood of the Ward le France It was probably Carma paying him back, as earlier in the day, when Gerry had turned his back for 5 minutes, Cliff tried to sell Gerry's Jeep to anyone interested from the public!!

The Classic Car Rally held at Hartlepool's Historic Quay was very well attended by both vehicles and public, with vehicle parking spreading into the second overflow carpark. Eight of our vehicles attended, comprising of four Jeeps, two Dodges, the Staff Car and Wrecker. As can be seen from the pictures, there were clear skies, with the sun giving plently of heat, despite a small breeze from the coast.

I had a day like that yesterday trying to replace the steering belcrank kingpin on my jeep, but it refused to move at all. We love these old vehicles but they can be so ******* frustrating sometimes!! Steve

I've been collecting old aircraft instruments for form a small diorama to go with my jeep, but one of the things to be careful of is radiation! Many instruments prior to 1950, have the pointers and numbers painted with Radium 226 to make them show in the dark. With a half-life of 1600 years, they are likely to be 'hot' for some time yet! I bought myself a Geiger Counter to check the instruments before use. Some are not much above background radiation, and are considered safe for display so long as the instrument case and glass are intact. I recently read that many American Military vehicles also used Radium on their instrument dials. Has anyone had their vehicle instruments checked or even thought about this potential problem? Steve

The 100th Museum at Thorpe Abbotts is indeed on the Bolero Tour. The museum is free, and run by people who care that the deeds and actions of the 100th BG aren't forgotten. The museum started in 1977 when a group of locals banded together to restore the empty abandoned tower. Pictures inside the tower show how much work was involved in the creation of the museum. It is considered one of the best museums covering the 8th Air Force, and has a large collection of artifacts and personal items, many donated by 100th BG veterans and their families. There are many displays with uniforms, flight clothing, equipment and documents, along with many original photos of life around the base. Steve

100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum Opening Times: The Museum is open Saturdays,Sundays and Bank Holidays. From 10am to 5pm throughout the year. The Museum is closed Nov,Dec & Jan. From May to September the Museum is also open on Wednesdays. 100th Bomb Group Museum Website 100th Bomb Group Foundation Website Exhibits include: A fine collection of U.S.A.A.F. uniforms Decorations Combat Records Equipment Memorabillia and war time photographs Facilities: Facilities at the Museum include: REFRESHMENTS MUSEUM SHOP VISITOR CENTRE REST ROOMS PICNIC AREA Telephone Diss (01379) 740708. Common Road, Dickleburgh, Nr. Diss, Norfolk, IP21 4PH, England. Registered Charity 285169 Accredited Museum No. 665

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Steve

Auster AOP Jason's Dodge and display

Here's the display belonging to our very own 'Timo376'

Here's a few of todays pictures

General view Me! Cliff's Ward le France Wrecker Tomorrow's weather is looking good too. Steve