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I don't remember that one - so she was inside the changing room was she? Oh, hi Martin. I admire your optimism.

Tuned into BBC2 Genius Of Design prog. 8.00-9.00 tonight about 1/2 way through - tail end of British wartime poster design. This segwayed into fascinating look at tank design, going from Tiger 1 to T34 then to U.S. airplane production and Liberty ships, then Kriegslok German freight loco. Well worth a look if repeated - no idea what was in first half! :-)

Perhaps a skilled engineer/welder could make a small fortune cutting them down the middle and 'slimming' them by the few requisite magic inches

Well wa' da' ya' know - Bendix Westinghouse diaphragms are still made in USA (to the original design of 1924!). I just happened to pick up most of a long-standing order this Tuesday (still waiting for 6" size). Only problem is they've taken about 3 months to arrive - normally should be 6 weeks delivery. DT 969 size prices are comparable to modern truck spring brake chamber diaphragms, unfortunately both DT 980 sizes are twice the cost. Here are the sizes and part numbers: DT 969 Rear (AC 7144T) 201271 7 7/8" dia. DT 969 Front (AC 7144T) 200728 6" dia. DT 980 Rear (+ WLF rear) 200001 9" dia. DT 980 Front 200014 6 3/4" dia. Note: I am assuming that DT 969 diaphragms are same as Autocar (the axles are identical) - best to make sure by measuring or checking part numbers before ordering :cool2:

Surely that's a re-badged Seddon (Motor Panels cab isn't it?)

I know an old chap who ran a large scrap company - they won a contract to clear a landmine factory on the Rainham(?) marshes, in the early '70s I think, which had a very large internal railway system spread over several miles complete with two fireless steam locos. The rail track was taken up last. He got a call from his foreman saying "I hope you didn't pay too much for this railway line - it's cr*p metal, the crane magnet won't pick it up". He hot-footed it down there with a file and magnet, and promptly discovered the entire rail system had been constructed with gunmetal rails to prevent sparks, but nobody had remembered or noticed that. He was quite pleased with that discovery! :-)

I'd like to see the pic of him doing the sides, must have been lifted by the front end only :cool2:

I bet that finds a few heating system leaks Lee :cool2: You're right, it would be the mutt's nuts for vehicle use.

I guess some flushing additive might potentially cause damage to the rad core but as you say it only finds weak spots which would eventually fail. I've used additive on a couple of occasions without problems, but admittedly the radiators were in very good condition. Best way I've found is to constantly alternate between flush and reverse flush with a really good flow rather than just one way flush. It seems to be this flow reversal which does more to dislodge accumulated deposits than anything. And keep at it - it took 1/2 a day to clean out a Rolls C6 diesel block and cooler - I couldn't believe the almost constant flow of rusty water!!! Of course a good flow helps - a 1" hose on my 6" water pump gives a marginally better flow than a domestic tap But I'd certainly stick a pressure washer outlet on the block - just be gentle with the radiator!

The last batches of photos posted seem to take for ever to load up. I imagine this is probably the trouble.

Did the Cummins Ward make it to Bunker bash and back, Mark? What's the verdict? :coffee:

One good spreader pic deserves another :-)

Could it have been Russell Grant? He has similar curly hair.......

Do you mean the moped with a jeep strapped to it? (only kidding!)

Check out Rcubed's recent thread on rebuilding his 352 cab -a couple of sources mentioned on there, he got his from Allied Forces.

I could agree you. There will be a few ready to lynch you, but I'll be here in the bunker urging you on!

Obviously missing the data plate with gearshift pattern

Just a thought.....

You won't have time for the archive - you'll be too busy achieving Daisy standards on the exhibits

What a fascinating program. I always hankered after running some sort of industrial museum, but doubt I ever posessed the right set of skills, and for sure I no longer have the patience required!!! Quite sad in many respects, not least of which is 'where are all the youngsters'? Having said that, where would we be without those 'old boys'?

Is that Tankograd Autocar book still pinned to your notice board Jack, or has it been replaced by a Sherman Buyer's Guide?

Well I'm gobsmacked! Didn't think you'd have much luck by the look of it. I'm still trying to decide if it is a petrol or diesel.......can't tell from either vid!!! My money's on a P6.

:-D It was a family hand-me-down. I suspect my mother would have obtained it during one of her regular junk shop trawls in the 1950's / 60's when these things were more acceptable. You must appreciate that taste have changed somewhat since then. Mrs. NOS has not allowed it in the house ever since I inherited it (she obviously has better taste), but somehow I just cannot bring myself to sling it. Hey Jack, do I get a prize for the tackiest thing ever posted?

Amongst all my junk I just happen to have an Armadillo - sadly it's a basket case :whistle:

That's nice! Much better than the one in post 708 :D