Richard Farrant

You will see the front axle number corresponds with the data plate, so it is the original one.

Hi John, The company that supplied the tap under those numbers that Andy sent is shown below, no idea if they are still in business, but worth a try: BRASSFORM LTD UNIT E ROAD 31 HORTONWOOD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE, TF1 7GS UNITED KINGDOM Phone:01952 606998 Fax:01952 606923 regards, Richard

Have you seen this? : http://www.gracesguide.co.uk/Cherry_Tree_Machine_Co The company is still operating in Blackburn.

Trevor, I can see why you thought that! Actually the MkIV is now a listed monument and still in the same position it was driven to, in 1919. Now appreciated to ..

The A7V German tank "Mephisto" captured by the Australians in WW1 has lived the rest of its life in Queensland, but a few days ago it was transported to the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. It will be on display there for a couple of years.

Now a sticky Paul :thumbsup:

Click on the black X, picture comes up every time.

Iain, I had a feeling it was a Kohler. Oil, the army used the same oil (multigrade) in these as most of the other vehicles. My preference would be to use a SAE30, as used in mowers and cultivators, etc.

Hi Iain, When I worked at REME, then ABRO workshops we did a lot of overhauling of this type of equipment and putting into preservation. They would have been run on an inhibiting oil then drained. This oil would also have been sprayed down the sparkplug hole as well. Carb and exhaust sealed and label on to say do not turn engine. Basically you can fill with new oil and away you go. Check plug is not oily first. I recall a Countryman generator coming in to service, but cannot recollect what engine it had. cheers Richard

Terry, When I was with ABRO (and before that as REME Workshops), if an AFV was to be repainted, it was not taken down to bare metal, but rubbed back with sanders, any damaged areas prepared and then painted. We had a full time paintshop with all the facilities. They came out looking pristine too. No blasting was done there. This was not rebuilds, but when units requested a repaint

Dave, Have a read of this, I assume they are discussing a similar engine to yours; http://forums2.gardenweb.com/discussions/1637928/craftsman-tractor-w-17hp-kohler-stalling-out Main problem appears to be filters or fuel cut off valve.

Ok thanks Dave, From what you say about stator/magneto coil, this leads me to believe this is a self generating ignition and there fore might not be 12v, or does this flywheel generator charge the 12v electrics (assume for starter) ? Points by pushrod, so must run off the camshaft. Did things get worse after you connect a battery straight to the coil?

Dave, It might have helped if you said what engine was fitted and someone might be familiar with it, up to now, no clues on its type, even a photo of it might help. If you have put power to the coil, assume 12 volts, are you sure the coil was a 12v one? I am assuming the power for ignition comes from the flywheel, like the old flywheel mags on 2-stroke motorcycles, mowers etc. You also mentioned a module, this might have suffered by connecting a battery to it, not only voltage but polarity could affect the module. If we knew more about this engine, it might be easier to diagnose. Richard

I remember the old Scammell Pioneer breakdown from Boscombe Down was still on civvy plates in the 80's, it used to come out to GDSF and other shows in the area.

These wheels appear to be what were known as 'artillery wheels" in Britain at the time.

Balloons for communication links are very much 21st century technology now, mind you not low level ones tethered to a winch. I know this is getting sidetracked but interesting all the same; https://plus.google.com/+ProjectLoon/about Great to see the Leyland all complete now, what engine powers the winch? regards, Richard

Hi Howard, As the engine has a Ministry of Supply rebuild plate on it, then it is unlikely to be the original engine. Faulty engines were removed and complete new or reconditioned assemblies fitted, old engine returned to Ordnance depot and on for rebuild, and the circle continues. regards, Richard

If the scrappie knows his job, then he will be aware that the hull has no scrap value as it is a special alloy.

As the CMP's were made to a British War Office spec. and all British military lorries were fitted with tyre pumps, I would say yes to that.

How can it be a "balls up" as far as your job is concerned. I would be pretty sure your company (Busesareus) have your licence number and NI number on record, and also your postcode, so they will be able to look whenever they like.

I second that Clive, see you there, hope you have a trouble free journey this time :thumbsup: (suncream and gumboots all in the wagon ........ I was a Boy Scout , Be Prepared)

Tony, I heard all about this on the radio several weeks ago, apparently any points on your licence will not be known by a car hire company and I guess they do not have direct access to DVLA, which is as it should be. So you have to get the access code for them to check your up to date licence situation regarding driving offences. They are no longer recorded on paper, only back at the database.

Thanks Howard, had forgotten about that plate!

Hi Howard, Going by the colour of the engine, it looks like it might be a British Army rebuild ( or one done by an Auxiliary Army Workshop). Is there a rebuild plate on the engine? regards, Richard

This is what you are after; http://www.stationaryengineparts.com/Felt-Oil-Seal-Materials.html