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Hi Ron, if Jan is up for making a run, two for me please 😊

https://www.prewarcar.com/282029-white-camion-a-chaines Just seen this on prewarcar.com 😊

Happy New year all! Reference cab ID, I can't help thinking this looks very Australian to me, the cab is very International /ACCO in appearance. https://www.bing.com/images/search?view=detailV2&ccid=HA3HQ804&id=24E757EDA1D57F5A6C5A9E3BF85DDB59E2675739&thid=OIP.HA3HQ80413tZAAlHy4vS6AHaFe&mediaurl=http%3a%2f%2ffc09.deviantart.net%2ffs71%2fi%2f2011%2f134%2fc%2f5%2facco_troop_truck_4x4_by_redtailfox-d3gd7bw.jpg&exph=758&expw=1024&q=international+australian+army&simid=608036757681539124&selectedIndex=42&ajaxhist=0

Looking for a Willys/composite tub to go on a '44 chassis, in the UK. Light repair work ok. Anyone have anything suitable?

On the look out for used but serviceable WW2 jeep style canvas hood/top and seat cushions (bases and backs). Doesnt need to be perfect, a bit dog eared is ok in fact. Anyone have anything suitable to sell? Thanks

Hello all, sorry, bit late replying. I would tend to agree, 15cwt Napier. And there's a corking photo of one of page 92 of Tim's book, with another (in shadow) on page 93. I was hoping to find it in one of my Napier books, but no luck so far.

Yes, Paul Farber (who I think runs one of the CCKW forums?)

Guys, over the weekend I was able to buy an original H700 ignition barrel for my Chevy, but it is missing the outer threaded collar to retain it. Does anyone have a collar spare they would sell me? Condition not too important (within reason), and a modern repro collar would do.

Paul, this is a problem I've come across on my 42 Chevy truck. I believe that early war (1940 to 41) military Chevs and CCKWs had lockable doors, but those handles and locks are now rare and horribly expensive. I found a pair of post war British truck handles and locks that are very similar indeed and have fitted those, so far so good. Another consideration is that early on in the war they only fitted one externally lockable handle, the other door was locked from inside (this harked back to the civvy delivery trucks of the thirties). If you can track down this mechanism (which I'm afraid can be tricky to find too) that means you then only have one external lock to sort. As a footnote, I believe (happy to be corrected on this) all lockable doors (and ignition keys) on US vehicles had been done away with by the end of 1942.

I don't really follow what you mean, Tony

I'm biased as I have an early 109'' 2A military, but yes save it, that is of course if you have undercover storage/space spare to keep it. You can sit on it while you look for some of the other missing specific 2a military parts. I'm guessing the chassis is shot? Be aware, getting a mil 2a back to original spec and keeping it there is harder and more expensive than many realise. But, I say save it :-)

Good job Ben! Didnt happen to have a spare Napier engine laying forgotten under a bench as well did he? LOL!

Hi Noel, welcome. Excellent to have another WW1 vehicle fan on board! As per Tim's comment, I cant wait to see some pictures!

The convoy looked great as you turned right out of the Tank Museum! Hope you all have a good day tomorrow

Loving it! :-D

Tamber, if the machine shop cant help with the bore out and sleeve job, speak to Past Parts (in Norfolk I think, but cant remember), this is one of their specialities

Howard, one Take Off switch currently for sale on G503 forum, on the MB;GPW for sale section. Situated in Australia.

Hi Tamber, only just discovered this thread yesterday, and Ive really enjoyed reading it! Always loved the RL, and I am really pleased another one is safe, good job fella. A good mate of mine used to have an RLW , and I got to drive her a few times, cracking truck. Incidentally, he still has a radiator (you could have done with it a few days ago, sorry) and three grills which he wants 100 quid for the lot for if that is of interest to you. The main problem is we are the other end of the country from you, in deepest darkest Southern Hampshire. Out of curiosity, are you aiming to bring her back to military spec, or keep her in her civvy trim as she is now: I used to think they should always be brought back to original, but a friend pointed out to me that a whole period of history gets lost if we do that every time. There would be no AEC Matador timber tractors, no Bedford MW breakdown trucks, no French Fire Service GMCs, etc etc. Personally, I think she would look fantastic in the colours shes in now, but either way Im just glad she is safe in preservation. Keep up the regular updates, Tamber, we want more!

Help! Is anyone from Southern or Mid Hampshire going to Malvern this weekend? I need a couple of fairly small items collecting. Any help gratefully received :-)

Well done, Rick. A great inspiration for those of us just starting out on WW1 restorations. Happy birthday to the old girl!

303fan, Just be aware that anything towed that weighs over 750 kgs needs to have brakes fitted that apply themselves (over-run brakes, etc). As I understand it, people such as AA and RAC patrolman have dispensation for limited use/limited distance. I have seen photos of WW2 jeeps that have been modified so that their brakes do come on with the towing vehicle's brakes. I know this wasn't your original question, but just wanted to make sure you knew and didnt get yourself into a spot of bother!

As per Gordons thoughts, lots of sheet metal. She will look great behind the MH, any chance of a photo?

Cheers Rosie x

Thanks Tim, very pleased indeed.

Hi Gordon, I'm not so sure actually, as I have a feeling they were fitted to other Napier commercials and cars, with a small handful currently either awaiting or undergoing restoration. Mind you, I expect some of those still have the original switch in place! Maybe you're right!