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Hi all,
similar to others my early days was spent (up till i was 16 yrs old ) in army life and seeing all types of vehicles from ww2 types and early fifties vehicles.
My earliest hands on with a military vehicle was in 1972 (at 13) as my father was in NI the regt. wanted to have a day for all the children, most were content with climbing over vehicles trying on uniforms etc, but with my brother and two others we asked to actually drive some vehicles.
Some weeks later we were at a training ground called Achmer (one of Germanys first jet fighter bases) where we did circits of humps and bumps in an old 10 ton GS wagon,
(read Hippo) never getting out of first gear for what seemed like hours.
Then smaller trucks intill we took turns in a landrover, and to finish a 432.
A fantistic week end and one i shall never forget.
Ashley
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Hi all,
how about the Bedford "Traclat" basically a Bedford copy of the popular German 251 halftrack series.
Three were built and trailled but were sold off to forestry companys who i belive later scrapped them :cry: :cry:
Ashley
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Thanks for posting Joris,
the German troops are usually buried in in groups of four from what i recollect.
I always remember at School whilst in Germany attending the German ceremonies, and when in the cadets marching with survivors and (then) current Bundeswehre forces .
Despite all the bad press i am know (i have met some) not all Germans were bad.
Ashley
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On a similar vein,
can anyone recomend a good medal mounting / framing company ??
Ashley
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Well done,
Neil and members of TVMVT a good show all round.
Ashley
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It seems strange to me,
or am i the one whose is strange but this event along with what i classify as a HMVF event at Poole Park, are the only two that happen for the Poppy appeal locally.
This is despite many attempts by interestred parties but the Local RBL from what i understand really do not want to know ??
Ashley
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Hi GWT,
you will need to visit / speak to some museus to see how they do it, or have a collection room that has acceptable humidity and the ability to block out sunlight, as mentioned acid free backing, something to keep the moths away (mothak) has that "military stores" type smell. Also any condensation / damp will be a killer. May be your cardboard box is the best place after all :dunno:
Sounds simple but avoid double sided sellotape at all costs maybe dress maker pins if they are wollen / serge material but do reserch as much as possible may be check out the wehrmacht-awards .com site..collections and display forum for ideas.
Take it from someone who nearly followed the advice of a top collecter of the late seventies..... that the best way to treat Iron Crosses was to clean with Amway metal cleaner (read abrasive) the dry them in a heated oven (gas mark 6 for 30 mins) :shake: :shake:
Ashley
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Nice one Enigma,
i find it a bit embarrassing at times that a lot of other nations other than ourselves can celebrate the brave deeds of these men /women and their comrades including those that made the supreme sacrifice.
I can understand the thanks of peoples who were liberated by the allies, but sometimes feel saddened at the lack of acknowledgement / respect / thanks to these men and woman from our nation :-(
Ashley
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Hi all,
to-day saw the commencement of the poppy appeal in Wimborne today in keeping with tradition the Mayor brought the first poppy (after i brought mine) :roll:
As per usual quite a small turnout of vehicles, (eight ) .vehicle but sadly a few of the veterans not in attendence.
The chap in my jeep Alan (?) was a catalina pilot in Singapore and Burma.
The morning was also to promotethe local drama society`s play Journey`s end by R.C. Sherriff at the Tivoli theater 31/10/07 till 3/11/07 some of the actors attended in Johns GMC.
After a short parade through the town to the center and lining up, the town cryer gave his speech with a warning that those who give the ultimate sacrifice in all conflicts should never be forgotten.
Some pictures to enjoy.
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a344/atcase/Wimbourne%202007/DSCF0057.jpg[/img]
Ashley
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Be warned during wet weather........ there is a ford in the New Forest which shows up as a normal road on Sat Nav systems, to make matters worse the depth marker shows a water depth but is placed in the shallow section and the actual road way is approx 2ft 6 in deeper :shake: :eek2: :eek2:
Ashley
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As already mentioned should be there
Ashley
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" The beer is on Lawson this year :-D :-D :whistle:"
Sounds great :tup: as i`ll be driving i shall just have a half....... a crate of Pils before the meal and possibly a swift half after (BURP)
Hey Tony come on down... you can try out the water obstacle on site if your not scared of a few flapping Canadian geese (and the occasional swan)
Ashley
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All going well,
i`ll be there again just not too sure on the camping arrangements at present.
Ashley
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.... :whistle: :whistle: but how long can you remember Ash - think I got away with that one[/size]
sorry but do i know you ????? my mother always warned me of talking to strangers/strange men in raincoats....
by whats its name
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Hi all,
to my knowlege this has been on display in the FWWH for as long as i can remember
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have good solid stands, check jacks are in good condition.
i have kevin to help me as he has fitted a few clutches to vehicles in the passed...and there is also jack there too...so i feel with all your great advice and lots of beer we
best of luck best not start work untill PM for this Jack to be in good condition..... :-D :-D
Ashley
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didn't think it were a voltswagen......... :rofl:
Very good :rofl:
Ashley
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Well done Rick,
and thanks to Kevin Wheatcroft for this insight in to man behind the name. I am sure millions know the name and it is a privilege to hear (read ) from the person himself.
Ashley
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Nice pictures :tup:
Thanks for showing.
Ashley
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the scene I mentioned, a few postings ago,..............the film crew had not blocked out road behind, properly. :whistle:
Modern car was seen to go past, :roll:
SAD, I KNOW............... ;-)
Naaahhhh,
that was one of Adolf`s "wonder weapons" to save the war :roll: :roll:
Ashley
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AAHHH,
but you`ll be hard to beat Stingray with Troy Tempest and his side kick `Phones` with Marina.
Real people with real strings :-D!!
!!!!!!!! ANYTHING COULD HAPPEN IN THE NEXT HALF HOUR !!!!!!!!
Ashley
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Basically,
after the scene where the British officer tears down the two swactica flags the next scene shows a jeep driving away......... but the Jerry can and the spare tyre have swapped sides with the wheel and tyre on the left as viewed and the Jerry can on the Right ?? :dunno:
Ashley
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*did anyone spot the blooper, though ?? (well, I don't think I imagined it. :whistle:)
I am sure i spotted a Jeep "blooper" also mentioned at last nights meeting.
may well have to watchagain to make sure.
ASHLEY
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Hi Rick,
as you are needing a lot of parts would it not be easier if possible to try and get the items Stateside and pay for part of a container ?? i am told the parts are cheaper but shipping is the killer.
Downside is waiting for the the `bulk` purchase to arrive :-( Unless you just purchase all major parts from the U.S. and get smaller items locally/European so`s to speak.
Ashley
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`ere Jack,
any use to you for the missis ??
http://www.milweb.net/index2.html
Ashley