WCMatt

Well.......Just came in from the shop after installing the aformentioned linkage pins. No way a washer(s) would have fit on there along with the cotter keys. So it's just the cotter keys which seems to jive with my (somewhat) fuzzy memory on how those things were/are supposed to go back together.... Matt

Thank you, Richard. While I'm certainly no expert on the subject, I can't say I've ever heard of one failing either. That's good news :cool2:. Matt

Hey guys! I now have the linkage pins that connect the steering wheel to the outter steering boxes. These pins are held in place by a pair of cotter keys (two keys per pin). It's been so long since I removed them that I can't remember if there was a (flat) washer also in there as well? Or are the pins held in place by just the keys alone? It seems like it would be a weak link in the design to have a four ton off road vehicle's steering system dependant of four little cotter keys...... Regards, Matt

Subscribed! Always liked the 432s. Should have brought one back in the late 90s when they were really cheap......:-(. Good luck with your project! Matt

Wouldn't have been the same thing as everyone else, sans weapons? Matt

There in lies the conundrum, Tony. I'm trying to save money-not spend it :laugh:. It is (kind of) growing on me, though. Matt

Thanks, Tony. I had a G98 that was made in Obendorf in 1916 (also had one dated 1917 that was made in Danzig). From what I'm to understand, Obendorf is where H&K is located. Matt

Hello I was at my local gunshop today looking over a kar98k that they've had up on the wall for a little while. It's in good shape certainly nothing to write home about but probably a good "shooter" if nothing else. I was looking at the markings on the receiver ring attempting to figure out year of manufacture. just above the bolt is the (year?) "1937" but above that is "S/42". The weapon is covered in the usual serial numbers & cartouches and has they typical metal cup for a butt plate. As I sit here typing this, I think the "S/42" is some sort of maker's code & that "1937" is what it is, the date of mfg but I'm not sure. What does the hive mind say? Matt

Mike First off, the S3 looks great. It's really coming along. Now that I'm subscribed to this thread, thought I'd ask a question of you and some of the others on here. How does a S3 109 stack up to a D110 in terms of reliability & (on) road performance? Would it make a good daily driver (maybe just weekends)for around town type stuff? Matt

A lot of effort went into that! Are the center wheels powered? I ask because they look like they are suspended above the ground. Matt

The Russians would have been using the T-62 & T72 by that time frame and yes, T55s were still in service. Did not know that the Italians had/used the T34 (learn something new everyday). I'd imagine that if the Soviets were there back in the 1970s probably proping up a sympathetic regime & or fighting a counter insurgency, then that T34 could have been doled out as part of a Military aid package? Older armor like that is Ok for Infantry support against an enemy who doesn't have armor or aviation of their own. I think they (The Russians) gave the Afghan Army some T34s as well back in the 1980s when they were there. Matt

I'm up to my eyeballs in the restoration of a Mk.1/2 (00EA85). Had all four of my bevel boxes gone through by a local shop. Installed new seals & boots. I purchased all of my manuals from these guys: http://www.khakicorpsimports.com/ They're in the USA. I can't remember where I purchased my seals from (it's been a good while) but wouldn't be suprised if it was Pat Eagan of khaki Corps imports. Sorry I couldn't be of more help. Matt

Just wondering alloud here, but did the MOD still issue the "para smock" that late (1990s)? I would have thought that peice of clothing would have been phased out back in the 60s/70s. As for the plastic zip, could it have been a repair/replacement done later on while still in service? Matt

As a SIII lightweight owner I have no idea why I wasn't subscribed to this thread :blush: :nut:... Matt

Beno1983 Thanks for the tips. I tore my lwt down last fall but haven't touched it since ('been to cold over here to work in an un heated shop :embarrassed:). I'm going to "regroup" and hit it again this spring. I'm hoping to have the frame & suspension done depending on how things go, maybe the axles as well? Would be nice to have all that blasted, painted & rebuilt, back together again.....:cool2: Regards, Matt

Thanks for post #55 as I was wondering how you did that with all of the galv. cappings. My lwt is torn completely down & I was wondering if I should drill out all those rivets or not......... Your truck is an inspiration to me. Regards, Matt

I've seen pictures of Adolph taken during/shortly after the war with a full 'stache but threre's also photos from the same period that show the toothbrush style being worn so..... Maybe Hitler wore that style to make fun of Chaplin??!! Matt

I think Charlie Chaplin actually shaved his full moustache to look like Hitler's in order to make fun of him..... At least that's what DB Cooper told me...:cool2: Matt

I used to have a pair of ammunition boots with a very similar sole. Didn't have all those screws in them, though. I was told that the lug sole was put on by the P/O who attempted to use them as work boots. wish I had kept them now. Matt

Boy am I in the same boat as you! 'Took my ferret apart back in '08. Now into the reassembly phase of the resto and I've run into the "now where does this go?" road block more then once. Kind of wish I had: a) a second ferret, complete/still together to look at or: B) the Brit manuals were more like their American counterparts -very picture heavy with lots of detail. Or C) one of each of the above :cool2:. Regards, Matt

Ian I don't want to give you bad advice so I'll refraine from (attempting to) answering your last question. Best advice I can give is to post such questions over on the G838 forum as there's enough old "mutt jockeys" over there who can answer just about any conceivable question you might have with regard to the M151 series 1/4 ton. As for the "lazy" starter, I'd check to make sure all electrical connections were both clean & tight. Might help, couldn't hurt. Matt

M151 & M151A1s both had electric in tank fuel pumps. However, a mechanical fuel pump can be fitted to the block (quite easily) if nessasary. Matt

Wonder if you have a bad coil? For all things g838 related I recommend this site: www.g838.org Very helpful bunch of guys over there. Sorry I couldn't be of more help, good luck! Matt

Robin I do! You can PM me with details if you like. Thanks, Matt

Hello List! Was wondering if anyone on here would happen to know who the manufacturer was for the ferret (FV701) wheel shock absorbers? Were they made in house by Daimler or were they built by an outside contractor? Matt