Richard Farrant Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 On 5/27/2020 at 7:45 PM, daleheywoodtanks said: Waiting for new seals for tillers ! I still don't quite understand why there are four tillers. I'm sure it will all come out in the wash, as my nana says. Like the Oxford Carrier no doubt, this had two sets of tillers (as did T16 I think). One set of tillers works the brakes in a Cletrac type controlled diff, while the other set work the brakes on the outside for skid steering. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted May 29, 2020 Author Share Posted May 29, 2020 I was told it had 'neutral turn' capability, however, i am not convinced this gearbox or steering unit are capable of that ! therefore, i will run with the theory for now that the two inner tillers are for regular steering, with two separate system per lever, and as Richard said, skid steer options on the outer tillers. That reminds me, i must force myself to continue with the very mundane task of translating the field repair manual. Thank you all for input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted May 30, 2020 Author Share Posted May 30, 2020 Removed rocker cover and sump today. Both surprisingly clean. Thankfully no bits of metal in sump. Oil was mid brown in colour, the vehicle has been stood for some time. Looked like it has been a while since any kind of a service. No evidence of water in oil. Photos to follow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted June 4, 2020 Author Share Posted June 4, 2020 Engine back from overhaul. Didn't need much as it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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eddy8men Posted June 5, 2020 Share Posted June 5, 2020 you've been a busy bee mate. excellent job so far 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andym Posted June 6, 2020 Share Posted June 6, 2020 On 6/4/2020 at 10:08 PM, daleheywoodtanks said: Very pretty - now it looks like a B81! Andy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted June 6, 2020 Author Share Posted June 6, 2020 Stuck in, what I consider, a mundane section of the refurb at the moment. Sandblasting and repainting every piece of it. I much prefer the strip down part of it, but then comes the rebuild, and hopefully a positive key turn at the end of it ! Ah well, a necessary evil. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowfat Posted June 6, 2020 Share Posted June 6, 2020 Liking it so far.. where did you get the B81 engine stand? I need one for one of my patients Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted June 8, 2020 Author Share Posted June 8, 2020 The stand would be easy to knock up ! Let me know if you need measurements etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowfat Posted June 8, 2020 Share Posted June 8, 2020 Measurements would be great and I can knock one up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted June 9, 2020 Author Share Posted June 9, 2020 OK, i'll get to it tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted June 9, 2020 Author Share Posted June 9, 2020 Not that it matters, i'm just curious. What does BILCHROME mean on a rolls royce B81 SV block ? Did they make the casting ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowfat Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 It’s the foundry that cast the block. Sheffield Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted June 11, 2020 Author Share Posted June 11, 2020 Thanks for that ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted June 23, 2020 Author Share Posted June 23, 2020 Sorry, Lowfat, i forgot to do the measurement thing for you. I'll get on that. Been busy with other parts. I had to do a bit of brazing on the coolant header tank. I was aware it had a dent, but sandblasting revealed a small crack that needed to be repaired. I am happy i have the correct paint colours now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted June 23, 2020 Author Share Posted June 23, 2020 Sandblasted transfer case also, no issues there ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowfat Posted June 23, 2020 Share Posted June 23, 2020 No rush Dale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowfat Posted August 25, 2020 Share Posted August 25, 2020 have you seen this https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb/auction-catalogues/gilbert-baitson/catalogue-id-ibgi10619/lot-d56ccc92-4588-4b6b-8760-ac0600cb37e2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted August 26, 2020 Author Share Posted August 26, 2020 Cheers for the heads up, yes, i had spotted it, looks like an interesting auction. I will not be bidding on the other Schutz' one of them is plenty ! My Schutz' is on a back burner for now, as we are focusing on a refurb on a 25 pdr and my 434. But should be back on it soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzH Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 What a great thread, keep the updates coming when you are done with your other projects.. Sorry to say, but I remember shooting at these when live firing LAW in Germany, Sennelager I think.. didn't think twice about it then... but now..! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daleheywoodtanks Posted August 28, 2020 Author Share Posted August 28, 2020 Thanks for the encouragement, i will be back on it soon. I do forgive you for shooting at them, i have often thought about blowing this one up myself ! But then i convince myself it will be worth it when it is done ? We'll see. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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