Richard Farrant

Mark, you're confused, so am I from what you have just said. The old coil would no doubt have had some marking on it to denote its voltage. Not sure of the history of this vehicle without going back through the threads, but maybe someone "converted" it to 12volt, but had not changed the 6volt headlamps as they did not consider using them, hence why the indicators are 12volt. I doubt there is a voltage dropper in the system, but just in case there is, why not use a multimeter to check the voltage going to the coil. If 12v, then the answer is to try a 12v coil, but make sure it is a full 12v one and not one intended for ballast resisted systems as in a lot of modern vehicles. regards, Richard

The shocks may be a supercession, hence why not in the Saracen or Saladin books,................. but they are listed under these vehicles in the Makano website, http://www.makanosurplus.co.uk/?c=1

Mark, Just call one of the jeep parts dealers, they stock 6v coils, phone up and its in the post the next day.

I have a feeling I know where these are, but will not divulge on here as I do not think the owners will not want people coming around.

Hi James, Your second stock number ending 7152 does not come up in either the Saracen or Saladin parts lists that I have. The FV number does not match the first stock number either. Is there any prefix to these numbers?

a Thornycroft

Looks more Morris ...

Yes I can see it is now.

I think the lorry in the photo might be a Leyland (Lynx?), the other ones shown in the film with open cabs are Tilling-Stevens TS19 models

Hi Graham, I did some photo selection articles for Vintage Roadscene magazine a few years ago, with photos they supplied from Stilltime (same as seen on this thread, only several shots from differing angles) and were taken at the 1962 Chertsey display. The two motorcycles are different, one nearest the Moke is a Greeves and the other a Triumph Tiger Cub. I researched these thoroughly before being published. The reason for two vehicles bearing the same number board, 3 in the case of the Moke is easy, one is on the static display and the other is the demonstration vehicle on the mobility displays. I could be that the original concept Moke was used in the static and a later version on the mobility. As for the RAF "AE" number, the RAF reissued numbers over the years so the number could have been used several times. regards, Richard

It will be quite an event if all the other owners can be encouraged to take part

Tim, A chance to get the whole fleet out then! A logistical nightmare I am sure

I remember it well ............ does that date us Tony?

Hi Matthew, Cast iron pistons were quite common up until around 1950. I rebuilt a few 1940's Austin 6 cyl engines recently, all with cast iron pistons, they run very quietly.

Robert, You can do it with one length of wire, but I normally do them in pairs, cross the wire over between heads then once the ends are twisted together, I sometimes twist the wires are the crossover. Depends on distance between heads. If you do all 6 bolts with one length of wire, be aware there is a right and wrong way, you need to be wiring through the heads in a pattern so it is holding them in the tightening position. I use aircraft type stainless steel lock wire, only because I bought a bundle years ago. Someone once posted pics of the various methods on here.

Hi Bryan, The first photo shows a big Michigan 275 loading shovel. I used to work on a lot of RE equipment at REME workshops and we had one in to fit a new engine, Cummins 14 litre. This was before the Falklands war, it appeared back again sometime after the war having been working at the quarry over there when they were repairing the original airfield. The centre pivot bearings were shot and it was no mean feat to separate front and back of the machine to renew them. Six inches in diameter I seem to recollect. I enjoyed working on the heavy plant, very few of the other fitters wanted to work on them.

This recent thread would be in regard to that I think; http://hmvf.co.uk/forumvb/showthread.php?39645-1917-packard-truck

Except for standing on your head to get to the two master cylinders

Hi Graham, That photo you have attached was taken at the 1962 FVRDE display at Chertsey, I have a shot from the rear as well, taken at the same location. I used them in an article for Vintage Roadscene, May 2011 issue. It is indeed a prototype and very likely built as LHD because the display was a shop window for British Motor Industry to sell military vehicles to other countries. The stencilled four figure numbers are I believe a form of asset code or fleet number by FVRDE, who were not military as such and often used civilian registrations on trial vehicles. cheers Richard

Hey don't start on me Pete, just going on what Mr. S told me Someone mentioned B&Q, very much doubt they stock Imperial sizes, but if Metric will suffice, then try these people; http://www.namrick.co.uk/acatalog/Metric_Shakeproof_Washers.html regards, Richard

Hi Rob, "Great Kentish Steam Fair" - I doubt it will become that big, but still room for more MV's to participate, seeing as it is a Forties and Fifties theme. The Saturday evening entertainment was very good, as I mentioned before and Richard Bishop, the organiser, told me they served up 450 dinners in the marquee that night. Talking about steam, we did have a traction engine present on Saturday. When the date is set for next year (normally first w/end of August), I will post it up so you can put it in your diaries. regards, Richard

Hi Sjoerd, I am sending you a PM

Clive, One chair stamped with King's crown and along side it GVIR. The other one had Broad Arrow and 1943, plus makers name, Steen I think. About 8 slats on the seat.

If it is who I think it is, the word is that the MW is now sold. Was it parked against some trees?

It looks like a Nubian front axle