N.O.S. Posted June 25, 2012 Posted June 25, 2012 NGY XXX plates are from same civilian series as the Constructors supplied to Ministry Of Supply for haulage of new tanks from Vickers factory etc. This suggests a semi-civilian role for these Explorers, rather than direct into an Army unit - any ideas what their intended use was, and to whom they were supplied? Mr. Nosey Quote
gritineye Posted June 25, 2012 Author Posted June 25, 2012 (edited) All six went to the F.V.R.D.E. Mr Nosey but unobservant.... They differ slightly from both the 'Mk1s' and the 'Mk2s', wether they where for evaluation or just for normal wrecker duties around the place, is uncertain. Edited June 25, 2012 by gritineye Quote
Amazon Joe Posted June 26, 2012 Posted June 26, 2012 some photos as it came on Sat now has 1400 x 20 all round, rear chariot removed and will be green by next weekend Has Meadows diesel with no signs of replacement and bonnet has not been cut out for air cleaner pipes. also has trailer brake in middle of cab? sanding down at moment, if any insignia shows up will post. AJ Quote
gritineye Posted June 26, 2012 Author Posted June 26, 2012 (edited) Gets even more interesting now Joe, there was a rumor that some of the contract where Meadows diesel, that would support the evaluation theory. Mine has trailer (reaction) brake in middle above engine cowl. Edited June 26, 2012 by gritineye Quote
rbrtcrowther Posted June 27, 2012 Posted June 27, 2012 OOOhhh another one with a Meadows diesel.....Enjoy changing gear and eating lunch going uphill....:-D Quote
AndyFowler Posted June 27, 2012 Posted June 27, 2012 some photos as it came on Sat now has 1400 x 20 all round, rear chariot removed and will be green by next weekend Has Meadows diesel with no signs of replacement and bonnet has not been cut out for air cleaner pipes. also has trailer brake in middle of cab? sanding down at moment, if any insignia shows up will post. AJ A couple of pictures found on tinternet of this one when in Graham Booths fleet ! :-D Quote
gritineye Posted June 27, 2012 Author Posted June 27, 2012 looking at those pics with shiny/wet bonnet, to me it looks like some evidence of the air cleaner holes being filled in, which may mean a non original Meadows diesel.. Could be that the holes where filled at factory, but as it would have been easier not to have made them in the first place, it's a bit odd, looking forward to positive proof the engine is original! Quote
Amazon Joe Posted June 27, 2012 Posted June 27, 2012 H:undecided:ad bonnet off tonight to paint no welding, filler or any signs of repair? Quote
gritineye Posted June 27, 2012 Author Posted June 27, 2012 H:undecided:ad bonnet off tonight to paint no welding, filler or any signs of repair? Blimey that's excellent, do we agree the only way the bonnet could be uncut is if it came from the factory like that? Each Explorer was built/assembled by a five man team (I remember reading somewhere) and all sheet metal work was hand made, although I should think there was a former/jig for the main shape, presumably the bonnet finisher would cut and dress holes to suit the engine/air filters fitted. Seems to me that your Explorer is turning out to be unique..:bow: Quote
Amazon Joe Posted July 4, 2012 Posted July 4, 2012 Blimey that's excellent, do we agree the only way the bonnet could be uncut is if it came from the factory like that? Each Explorer was built/assembled by a five man team (I remember reading somewhere) and all sheet metal work was hand made, although I should think there was a former/jig for the main shape, presumably the bonnet finisher would cut and dress holes to suit the engine/air filters fitted. Seems to me that your Explorer is turning out to be unique..:bow: Have sanded bonnet holes no sign of weld or filler bronze green paint on bonnet and were cut outs would be ??? will update photos all now nato green and ready to roll Quote
John Comber Posted July 15, 2012 Posted July 15, 2012 All loaded for War and Peace, quite a task on your own! 1 Quote
fv11301 Posted July 16, 2012 Posted July 16, 2012 Blimey are you going to reverse all the way there. Dave. Quote
scammell 7377 Posted September 15, 2012 Posted September 15, 2012 bernard , i have another to add to the list chassis 9211 reg esu 197 meadows petrol more details in the explorer gallery post #1744 thanks andy Quote
Trucker54 Posted November 21, 2013 Posted November 21, 2013 Hows about MFF487 caught up with it at the Great Dorset Steam Fair in about 2004 have seen and heard nothing of it since. In RAF Blue with 71MU badges on the doors. I used to drive it round the camp and go out as second man with it in the 70,s. The owner kindly let me have a drive but i havent seen it since. Quote
Smithy Posted November 22, 2013 Posted November 22, 2013 Hows about MFF487 caught up with it at the Great Dorset Steam Fair in about 2004 have seen and heard nothing of it since. In RAF Blue with 71MU badges on the doors. I used to drive it round the camp and go out as second man with it in the 70,s. The owner kindly let me have a drive but i havent seen it since. That be this one, from the 2004 show. Excuse the poor quality, it was very early days of digital photography! Scott Quote
John Comber Posted November 23, 2013 Posted November 23, 2013 Yes that's the Explorer, it's tucked up in a friends barn gathering dust and birds nests, not one of mine before anyone asks! Quote
Edd Posted March 8, 2014 Posted March 8, 2014 Another one to add to the list. Chassis no. 8064, from contract - 6/VEH/7443. Military reg - 93BD66. Civvy reg - RVF447W Engine - Meadows diesel, believed original Now living in Lancashire and awaiting restoration. Ed Quote
John Comber Posted July 15, 2014 Posted July 15, 2014 A short video the apprentice dept made for me at the weekend with the Explorer out, the old Cummins still pulls well!! . hope you enjoy. www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrg8KMDd2a8&list=UUOEfuwe3MwNnOTM_f-18heA Quote
Smithy Posted April 12, 2015 Posted April 12, 2015 Spotted one the other day on the M6 near junction 5 going northbound, reg I think - MVS 639, on the back of a low loader. Looked in pretty good nick. Quote
Trucker54 Posted April 21, 2015 Posted April 21, 2015 Hi Scott I know its a bit late but i always get there in the end. Yes thats the one I got some pics of it at the time and the owner allowed me a quick drive in it but have seen nothing of it since just wondered what happened to it. I know he was still restoring it at the time. Quote
Smithy Posted April 21, 2015 Posted April 21, 2015 Hi Scott I know its a bit late but i always get there in the end. Yes thats the one I got some pics of it at the time and the owner allowed me a quick drive in it but have seen nothing of it since just wondered what happened to it. I know he was still restoring it at the time. I think John has answered your question at the top of the page. Looks like it is still around. Scott Quote
Ex-boy Posted May 23, 2018 Posted May 23, 2018 On 16 September 2008 at 9:52 PM, gritineye said: 00 I am struggling to access the photos in the gallery. How do I get a picture to come up? I have tried to click on the index number but nothing happens. I also have a picture I would like to upload once I have managed to get it into a suitable format. Can I add it direct to the gallery? Assistance would be gratefully received. Steve. Quote
gritineye Posted May 23, 2018 Author Posted May 23, 2018 Hi Steve, they mostly all seem to be there for me, just a few ex members ones missing. Are you looking in the right place? The gallery is separate from this index: http://hmvf.co.uk/topic/5202-scammell-explorer-gallery/ Bernard Quote
Ex-boy Posted May 25, 2018 Posted May 25, 2018 On 23 May 2018 at 11:43 PM, gritineye said: Hi Steve, they mostly all seem to be there for me, just a few ex members ones missing. Are you looking in the right place? The gallery is separate from this index: http://hmvf.co.uk/topic/5202-scammell-explorer-gallery/ Bernard Hi Bernard and thanks for the prompt reply. I have been busy these past few days, hence slow response. I will have a longer look when time allows, but I think I haven't found the correct link, as the one you gave sent me to a thread I'd not seen before. Thanks again. Steve. Quote
64EK26 Posted July 16, 2019 Posted July 16, 2019 Another one for you list ? https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Scammell-Pioneer-Recovery-SV2S/223571036499?hash=item340ddf4953:g:7REAAOSwXXBdGHac Reg 36YZ14 Chassis 5460 Quote
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