I'm new here so please accept my apologies for being almost completely stupid.....
Anyway, I have just taken delivery of a Commer Q4 dropside, ex AFS, that hasnt been run for approximately 20 years. I have restored a few classic cars and motorcycles in the past and have a reasonable grasp of mechanics, and always fancied getting an old lorry.
Well now theres one in the yard and I'm completely flummoxed. Basically, could anyone tell me how to start it? The dash centre console has oil pressure/fuel etc on the left and speedo on right. Top centre is a pull switch with P on it, below this are three more (C presumably choke, another illegible one and one with S,) is this the pull starter like a morris minor? In front of the steering wheel is another panel with a small toggle switch that doesnt do anything except make the amp meter quiver slightly, and hazard/indicator switches.
If anyone could shine a light on how I could attempt to start it I'd be eternally greatful. I've turned the engine over on the starting handle and the oil is nice and clean.
Sorry for being a nuisance, hope someone can help!
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Hi All,
I'm new here so please accept my apologies for being almost completely stupid.....
Anyway, I have just taken delivery of a Commer Q4 dropside, ex AFS, that hasnt been run for approximately 20 years. I have restored a few classic cars and motorcycles in the past and have a reasonable grasp of mechanics, and always fancied getting an old lorry.
Well now theres one in the yard and I'm completely flummoxed. Basically, could anyone tell me how to start it? The dash centre console has oil pressure/fuel etc on the left and speedo on right. Top centre is a pull switch with P on it, below this are three more (C presumably choke, another illegible one and one with S,) is this the pull starter like a morris minor? In front of the steering wheel is another panel with a small toggle switch that doesnt do anything except make the amp meter quiver slightly, and hazard/indicator switches.
If anyone could shine a light on how I could attempt to start it I'd be eternally greatful. I've turned the engine over on the starting handle and the oil is nice and clean.
Sorry for being a nuisance, hope someone can help!
Cheers
Rich
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