adam4949

Hi Clive

Sorry for the delay replying to your last. I will get some photos of the Pig as it is now and send them to you. A couple of new points you might be able to help with. The skid plate is corroded and I want to remove it and repair, or 're make. However, where it joins the undershield, the bolts are badly decayed. Can I remove the undershield, without support, is it just protective? Interestingly, I found a lot of very yellow sand behind the Skidplate and undershield. Is it likely that this vehicle could have served somewhere hot?

I have canvas commanders seat and back, probably provided by you, when you were helping Wayne. The problem I have with battery box clearance is in the frame, which has had weld repairs in the past. I will have to fabricate some new bits and weld them in.

Regards

Malcolm

Hi Clive

Thank you for your response. Yes, I purchased the Pig from Wayne. It was pretty well in the condition  it was when he purchased it, except that he had removed and sadly thrown away, the remnants of wings, bins etc, which made fabrication of new tinwork that little more tricky, without the benefit of the remnants as templates. My progress with the restoration has been slow, due to many other projects getting in the way from time to time. It now has new wings, bins and I am currently attempting to repair cracked weld in several places, something I have never encountered on any other armoured vehicle I have restored. Unfortunately, my welder has recently packed up and, supposedly due to Covid, no repair agents locally are able to offer better than 2 to 3 months lead time to get it fixed. Go figure. I am currently looking at upgrading to a new Tig.

I am surprised that the configuration of lugs on the back are not for anything specific but at least I do not need to try sourcing a suitable item. I will soon be re-commissioning the lighting system, yet again bleed the brakes, do some repairs to the passenger seat, so that I can get both battery covers to fit, without the back one fouling the underside of the seat frame and many other small jobs.

Thank you again for the information.

Malcolm

10 hours ago, fv1609 said:

Adam these are for the attachment of any "approved equipment" in a similar way to those on the inside of the roof & the  three vertical slats on each side to give a degree of adaptability bearing in mind the Pig was conceived for a range of roles in RAC, RA, RE, RS & Infantry.

It is unusual to see them put to use but here is an in-service photo of the upper two blocks used as the anchor point for a rope supporting riot shields carried at the side of the Pig.

Given that you have posted in this thread does it mean you now have Wayne's former Pig?

 

I purchased a Humber Pig a few years ago, that had belonged to Dale Prior, prior to the owner I purchased it from. Although it has taken some time, the vehicle is nearing completion, after a long and often interrupted restoration. I have all the parts that I need and many more besides but have a question about a detail on the vehicle. To the left of the rear, nearside door, there are 4 threaded lugs welded in a rectangular pattern, presumably for something to bolt too. Has anyone got any ideas of what might have been mounted  in that position? I have not seen anything similar in any of the Humber Pig literature, although, they do look original, 

I purchased a Humber Pig a few years ago, that had belonged to Dale Prior, prior to the owner I purchased it from. Although it has taken some time, the vehicle is nearing completion, after a long and often interrupted restoration. I have all the parts that I need and many more besides but have a question about a detail on the vehicle. To the left of the rear, nearside door, there are 4 threaded lugs welded in a rectangular pattern, presumably for something to bolt too. Has anyone got any ideas of what might have been mounted  in that position? I have not seen anything similar in any of the Humber Pig literature, although, they do look original, 

Hi Can anyone point me towards finding Manuals for the SUMB, in English

Was first loitering around the forum back in 2012 and until now just didn't have the time or money to indulge in an Ex Mil vehicle.

 

Changed jobs recently from 80+ hours a week to a more normal 40 so now find I've found the time but still no funds!!

 

This leads me to offering a spare set of hands if anyone wants help with their project or even the upkeep of a finished vehicle.

 

Happy tinkering on anything from a Generator to a Chieftain through to a CR1, have tools and not afraid to abuse them :nut:

 

Im based in Stourport On Severn, give me a shout if I can help...

Hi welcome to the site. I live just North of Brecon, possibly a bit to far for easy commute. I have the vehicles needing help and TLC, currently, Austin K9, Humber Pig, Saladin, Champ and Eager Beaver. The Pig needs the engine out, Champ needs welding and brakes, K9 needs TLC, the Eager Beaver just requires finishing etc etc. I always struggle to find someone who wants to get their hands dirty.

Hi. Can anyone help me find a suitable, period, Derivers seat for an Eager Beaver, nearing completion of restoration?

Hi all, can anyone point me in the right direction with regards to some replacement brow band strips for the hatches on a ferret. Is there a substitute I can use. Mine have gone all hard and crumbly, and they just look yuk. Also has anyone got a photo of the piece of metal that supports the oil cooler. Looks like there should be something from the rad cowling or somewhere there across to the rear wheel arch support bar/tube. Getting close to seeing if she will fire up, getting impatient too. :drive:

Gave up on the cables and cut them. Jammed solid so hopefully can get NOS. Levered the drivers hatch open enough to get a military jack into the space and used that to get it 3/4 open. Will try heat next. Got more stuff out but won't bore you with that.

101 Ron's query: I later discovered it was on the market for a while, steadily dropping in price so that by the time I heard of it it seemed reasonable (after dropping more). But I got seriously distracted - was looking for a turret for a Ferret but am now besotted!

Robin's query re the Ferret: I was told it's a "prototype". It runs a car carburetter (I think Chev) so air cleaner pokes through the top. Wouldn't last long if shot at but mileage is reasonable. No other obvious mechanical mods apart from "normal" spark leads and plugs. More pics of it on my introduction.

Thanks Jon - I'm currently seeing if I can get a turret off a wreck and might need help, since it's missing bits (don't know what yet).

Can I ask how to get the drivers hatch torsion bar off? I've removed the plate on the right hand end but not sure if I should just bash it to the left with a centre punch?

Also, is it feasible/possible to knock the pins out to get the engine hatches off, or best left on. I haven't managed to budge them so far.

James

Hi An important tip, with any armour but especially Saladin, due to shortage, or expense of many parts, is would not chop, cut or bash anything off until you are sure you can source a replacement. If the torsion bar can be waggled enough to get it working, leave it alone. Many sealed parts of Alvis vehicles can look like **** on the outside and be perfect within. Check fluids and top up but leave them alone if they work. Do not cut any brake cables, especially the front one's, as they are very hard to source now. Similarly, you mentioned the dust shields for the steering rams. Jack up the front and establish you have a full range of steering. If you have, again check fluid, clean up the outside and leave it alone. The Saladin has simply thousands of parts, so play with as few of them as you possibly can, as the rest will keep you very busy for a few years. If you get stuck for a turret, I might be able to help, as have 2 but only one hull.

I've been able to dig all this out now.

 

I have all the interior fittings bar one desk and the radios themselves, plus a number of components and loose fittings, plus bags of stakes and cabling that came with the vehicle.

 

Interior fittings: All radio mounting brackets and pins etc., shelves for above the windows either side, table for OSR with box under, base for NSR desk with heater, fold down seats and cushions, interior lights, notice boards, 240V distribution board for OSR, breaker etc. board for NSR, complete interior wiring loom, various connectors, fasteners, clips etc.

 

Components and loose fittings: Marconi power transformer, Marconi HF transformer, telephone handset in case, morse key, large ceramic aerial mount, bags of cable etc.

Hi I have a K9, with Radio Body and am looking for interior fittings. Do you have any photographs and an idea of cost. Regards Malcolm

I need to remove the radiator armour, I've removed all the bolts and it is free to move but it needs to move upwards about and inch or so to clear the bottom 'frame' part of the grill. The problem is that when I lift it, one of the captive nuts fouls with what I think is the radiator/fans mounting frame. Am I correct in saying this, does it mean that I need to remove the rad assembly or a least move it upwards before I can remove the armour? Why is nothing ever simple on a saracen?

Hi You do not need to remove any of the interior parts before lifting the front armour panel away. If you have removed the front lower panel, upper engine covers, central support strap and all bolts, it should lift away. Are you using at least an engine crane. It is very heavy?

Saladin Owners and enthusiasts !

 

I am building a website www.fv601-saladin.co.uk ( Its not online yet , so don't try to go to it yet...) and I am hoping to encourage owners and enthusiasts to forward me details / pictures of surviving vehicles and their location etc to allow a global register to be developed.

 

A friend has been keeping an informal count and he is up to 60 so I would like to formalise that , and also build a network of owners and enthusiasts to share information and network on spares supply etc.

 

PM me with your details ! Many thanks

I think a Saladin Register is a great idea. I am currently restoring Saladin Reg 00 EC 86. It entered service Jan 67 and was sent directly to the Persian Gulf. Back to UK in 72 and saw no further service and left the Service after 79. I carry quite a few parts for Saracen/ Saladin vehicles, including duplicates.

Ok all I am going ask the question I think I know the answer to. Does anyone know where or if anyone is making mufflers for the Saladin. We need three for the Saladin's we have in Texas.

I also had one of Jim Davies Saladin Exhaust boxes and heat shroud and can vouch for the quality. I think Jim had them manufactured.

Hi

I have a Mk1 432 and have heard all the critiscisms before but I find the B81 a very reliable engine, especially now I have re-built mine. It does sound great and the only problem from my point of view is the current cost of fuel.

Regards

Malcolm

Hi

I am interested in Post WW2 British armoured vehicles, research and restoration. Having recently left the armed forces, I now have the time to take my hobby to another level and will be looking for parts to complete restorations on Saracens, Ferrets, 432s, Saladins and Bedford RLs. Equally, over the years, I seem to have acumulated lots of parts that it has turned out I did not need and hope in time to list some of these for swop or disposal.

Malcolm

Hi

I am interested to know how you are getting on with your FV610 restoration. I have two, one largely restored and the other with a long way to go. Do you still need parts?

Regards

Malcolm

Hello,

I have recently purchased a FV610 command post and need to find information and parts.

 

Parts required are:-

Exaust silencer

Metal box's for the sides or some working diagrams.

Metal work for round the edge of the roof or drawings.

Rear light lenses.

Radios and intercom, what was it fitted with.

Ariels.

Front top stowage cage.

Picks and shovels.

Manuals.

Spare wheel and tyre.

Belts,cooling generator etc.

 

Please advise where I can find more info internet etc.

 

All advise warmly recived Thanks Paul.