Mk3iain

Thanks Ian Any info would be appreciated. When I was looking over at her Davids I spent some time on my back underneath it (Is that sad or what, I was happy just lying there looking up at her undersides). It looked really clean and there was signs of maintenance ie grease and oil in all the right places and it looked like the front brakes at least where at the minimum adjustment. Only a couple of spots of surface rust and no signs of patching. so far i`m pleased Iain

Hi "Grumpy" Many thanks, I am after few bits and bobs , as you can see in the pics the rear shelf is bare! Also no heater or screen washer, I have found a heater that will fit but there are no witness marks in the area in front of the passenger. There are holes on top of the engine cover in front of the Hyd PTO lever that look as if it could have been mounted here? Will have a look around in the morning for the unusual shape! I am after any pics of a standard cab and of the bracket that fits on pins to hold the o/s planks in place, I have the plate for the artillery planks. Does your spare battery carrier include the frame that goes into the space behind the passenger seat? Sure I will have many more questions and requests etc. Cheers Iain

Some more "as found" pics. Regards Iain

It was in his collection, but he already has one and needed more room. The bear is one of a pair, local legend has it that they only like big green trucks. "Some say, that many jeeps and drivers have gone missing in the area the last few years, all I know is , they dont go hungry!" Some more pics

Hi John How long will you be in Aberdeen? It`s good to get some backround on the Milly. I have been looking at removing the master links on the boom, I think I just need to pull the sheave shaft for them to drop out. I had been talking to a previous owner over a year ago when they were advertising AEC spares and just did`nt chase it up. The turbo conversion was not completed, the engine side panel needs making and a passenger seat fabricating. I have started by putting the batteries back in the cab, but need the framework to properly mount them. Just bits and bobs to do, I hope to get around with it/her/him this year. Some "as found" pics of the cab! Regards Iain

OK. a. The bear is a newfy called baxter. b. The pickup in the corner is an M1008 (84KA250), with a burnt out t400, ex, spec ops sqn at Mildenhall, I have the service records. I have had it for 8 or so years and normaly it is reliable, honest. Anybody repaired a GM T400 before? is it possible or shall I hand it to an expert? c.Yes its got TL12 heads and it drives quite well, except for the smokescreen on start up! any history would be appreciated. I may convert back to original at some time. Still getting to know it and realy want to spend some time on the brakes before opening her up. Will post more pics of the milly and Chevy if any interest! Iain

Some pics of my Milly, it`s the one thats got a turbo. Recently bought from David Crouch.

Many thanks all, will put some pics in the right places today.

Bubba Did you ever get your M1008 or M1009? I have had an ex Mildenhall M1008 for about 8 years now and would not be without it! It`s not in perfect condition but it is original and is usualy reliable, except the gearbox has failed recently!!! I would love a Blazer, the pickup is a usefull tool but a bit low geared. I have thought of a Blazer with a 6.5 turbo and 4 speed box (ex Tavern maybe?) as a project, hmm. Any other M1008/9 owners out there? Regards Iain

Hi Andy Its a whistler and sounds lovely on tickover with a gentle whistle. I had a few vehicles and tried to make a go at corporate entertainment, the M62 was bought as a tool and was hardly used. It was vital when needed but rarely needed, I used the crane a couple of times as a game swinging a weight between barrels and pulled the engine from a stalwart etc. It is very clean, I suspect it had been refurbished before release or had a lot of work done. It is a serious piece of kit and the pull is exceptional! It had no loose kit when I had it but I am sure Rod can help you out if you talk nicely to him, he has a 900 series wrecker now and I think has got hold of some extra tools, stays etc I think it came from Germany. Regards

Hi All Been looking in before and thought I should join. I have a Militant Mk3 recovery 88ET12 and an M1008. I am just getting to grips with the Militant. In the past i`ve had Chieftain Mk10, FV432 Mk2, Ferret, Stalwart, M35A2, M62, L/R lightweight, BV 206, M1026 etc I am ex. airforce/civil aviation and now work in the offshore industry. Cheers Iain

Hi all Just joined the forum and had to come in on this. I have owned this vehicle in the past (2004-6) and it is a lovely example. It has been re-engined some time in its past possibly by the military and runs beautifully. I know Rod has put some work in to it lately and registered it for sale. I would love to have it again but have a Militant wrecker instead. As far as Marltrax, I have had a few vehicles from Rod and have never been let down, he makes his living in other areas and military vehicles are more of a hobby/sideline. Regards