berna2vm Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 She looks beautiful,the colour looks good to me! I would be proud to own her just as she is. I am a little biased because I love Dodge WC's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoggyDriver Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 Very nice vehicle indeed. My missus wants one. What is the weight of one those? Do they need an MOT? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowtracdave Posted August 24, 2009 Author Share Posted August 24, 2009 A little over 2 1/2 tons and test exempt - at least according to the paperwork I've been given . Probably someone will be along shortly to say I'm wrong :-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Degsy Posted August 24, 2009 Share Posted August 24, 2009 A little over 2 1/2 tons and test exempt - at least according to the paperwork I've been given . Probably someone will be along shortly to say I'm wrong :-D Sorry to tell you but as it's under 3.5 tonnes it does need an MOT. Really nice vehicle, I've always fancied one myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowtracdave Posted August 24, 2009 Author Share Posted August 24, 2009 (edited) 2 1/2 Imperial tons unladen . 3 1/2 Imperial tons gross .(Approximate figures) Edited August 24, 2009 by snowtracdave clarification Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Degsy Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 I agree that the gross os going to be very close to 3,500kg but I think it is going to be just under. I am aware that a lot of people are claiming exemption on weapons carriers etc but the problems will arise if there is an accident and the insurance company start to dig into things. To be on the safe side unless you can definitely prove a gross weight of 3,500kg I think you would be better getting it tested. If the vehicle is in good nick you should have no problems passing but it would be worth asking around to find a test station with an understanding of old vehicles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWade Posted August 25, 2009 Share Posted August 25, 2009 I use a Dodge WC53 Carryall and I MOT every year, better to be safe than sorry. Howard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowtracdave Posted August 25, 2009 Author Share Posted August 25, 2009 I agree with both of you - always better to err on the side of caution & exempt or not we prefer to submit our vehicles for an inspection at the local garage where we get our MoT tests done (and who long ago got used to us turning up with odd , elderly and occasionally bizarre vehicles ! ) . Whilst working in the office this evening I sat and reviewed the weight figures given in the paperwork I acquired on Saturday and calculated that the gross weight is 3501.79kg ! So technically - assuming this is what the vehicle weighs in actuality - it does seem to qualify being over the 3500kg requirement but I would want this confirmed by a weighbridge and I still would not be totally happy not having the vehicle professionally checked over once in a while . In any case , it won't be going anywhere much until such time as I get some bits sorted out - whilst I am not in favour of sacrificing originality I am not at all happy with the indicators & brake lights as there are at the moment . It was fine coming home with a modern vehicle following directly behind , knowing pretty much what I was going to do next , but I would worry out and about in normal traffic that following drivers might not recognise or understand the lighting as presently fitted . I would welcome your thoughts and comments on this aspect . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted August 26, 2009 Share Posted August 26, 2009 You can always add a pair of discret brackets and attach a trail board to the back. Then remove for shows. What is the chasis number? Chrysler musuem can supply a copy of the build card, although some are missing, current cost about £25. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowtracdave Posted August 26, 2009 Author Share Posted August 26, 2009 Serial Number is 81553201 . I've already got a copy of the build card from Chrysler - Alison gave it to me along with a couple of repro manuals and a thick wad of other bits and pieces of paperwork and that gives the date built as 29th June 1942 . Hopefully I'll get a bit of time away from work in the not too distant and will be able to have a proper look at the documentation & a bit of a tidy up . I'll also get in touch with you Tony in regard to your kind offer . DM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enigma Posted September 1, 2009 Share Posted September 1, 2009 About originality versus safety. Go for safety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted September 2, 2009 Share Posted September 2, 2009 (edited) Problem with a WC54 is do you call it a van or an ambulance? The MOT rules are totally diffrent for both. With that weight as a van, it should be plated, as an ambulance it is just a Class 4 (Car) MOT, rehardless of weight. Edited September 2, 2009 by Tony B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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