Great War truck Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 OK. So how original do you rate this one: Somewhere in between not very original and totally ruined. My personal thought is, on crikey, goodness me (or something like that). What have you done to it. Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enigma Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 It may still be a WW2 jeep. Just a lot of crap bolted on and incorrect wheels, seats and who knows what else. Still it may be a easyish job getting it back to WW2 spec..after a lot of welding holes. My first Jeep (M38) also had a lot of crap on it like extra headlamps, wheels like the above one, green sunvisors and was painted white. (we called it Free Willys). It wasn't to difficult get it back to spec because most stuff was easy to replace. It even had the original dataplates including the one at the passenger seat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gritineye Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 Hard to understand how anybody could happily drive around in a Jeep looking like that, I mean just look at that awful crooked spot light....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fesm_ndt Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 Ok you started it... first search pimped tank http://englishrussia.com/?p=381 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 Next year, My hummvee will be wearing the 'redneck' look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stone Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 Mind you a pink tank :argh: I heard there was also an armoured vehicle that got stretched, pimped with a hot tub in the back. I've seen it Same bloke owns the pink Abbott. Stone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 OK, this looks the place for the attached photo. it was emailed to me be a friend, so source unknown. But it would appear to be British Army in Malaya, 1950's. Now, it is a Bedford MW, with raked windscreen and a CMP 15cwt body........take a similar example to a show nowadays and everyone and his dog would tell you they were never like that in service.........just shows what did go on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antarmike Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 OK, this looks the place for the attached photo. it was emailed to me be a friend, so source unknown. But it would appear to be British Army in Malaya, 1950's. Now, it is a Bedford MW, with raked windscreen and a CMP 15cwt body........take a similar example to a show nowadays and everyone and his dog would tell you they were never like that in service.........just shows what did go on. What a sensible comment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enigma Posted November 30, 2009 Share Posted November 30, 2009 Next year, My hummvee will be wearing the 'redneck' look. :shocked: Uhmm, well, yeah? It's Orange so loose the Confederate flag and its a Dutch football fancar?:??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fesm_ndt Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 But it would appear to be British Army in Malaya, 1950's. I need to get back to the junk yards soon and do a better exploration of the truck yard. My apologies to the big truck guys, I need to pay more attention to the old trucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sabre Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 OK, this looks the place for the attached photo. it was emailed to me be a friend, so source unknown. But it would appear to be British Army in Malaya, 1950's. Now, it is a Bedford MW, with raked windscreen and a CMP 15cwt body........take a similar example to a show nowadays and everyone and his dog would tell you they were never like that in service.........just shows what did go on. Thats what originality/an original MV is to me and how you can take the vehicles to shows: as they came out of the factory or/and how they could have been in service. so MW with CMP body = OK Defender with Larkspur = not OK Orange Humvees = not OK (no problem if you want to take it to TESCOs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fesm_ndt Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 (edited) Not suitable for people under 15. MA15+ content may only be viewed between 9:00 pm and 5:00 am on any day. Consumer advice is mandatory. Do not view on an empty stomache. Do not view whilst drinking hot beverages. http://www.tankedup.com.au/wedding-hire-school-formal-vehicle-hire.html It gets worse http://www.tankedup.com.au/photo-gallery.html Edited December 1, 2009 by fesm_ndt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enigma Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 Not suitable for people under 15. MA15+ content may only be viewed between 9:00 pm and 5:00 am on any day. Consumer advice is mandatory. Do not view on an empty stomache. Do not view whilst drinking hot beverages. http://www.tankedup.com.au/wedding-hire-school-formal-vehicle-hire.html It gets worse http://www.tankedup.com.au/photo-gallery.html Well ehm. I think....eeeehhhhmm. Maybe.....? OK, don't know what to say... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 Well ehm.I think....eeeehhhhmm. Maybe.....? OK, don't know what to say... I do,..............It's only an old 432. Of course it is OK to cut them up and smelt them for metal to be reused in the manufacture of dustbins, but if someone takes a piece of scrap and makes it into a vehicle that loads of people will have fun with, then what ? We should pick up the pitchforks and flaming torches and organise a vigilante hunt ?..............I personally think their efforts and hard work should be applauded. No, it is not to my personal taste - I would never waste that amount of time and money making such a piece of crap out of something that was better befor the time, money and effort was wasted on it. But so what ? .............I do not have a monopoly on good taste, only what I consider good taste. The very vehicles that we strive to preserve, were for the most part (allied) manufactured specificly to maintain a way of existance where freedom was the fundamental principle of life - that freedom includes allowing others to do as they like, and to enjoy life as they see fit. If that includes painting some old scrap red - so be it, lets celebrate the creativity and applaud the effort.:yay: :yay: Yi Haaaaaaaaa ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted December 1, 2009 Author Share Posted December 1, 2009 I do,..............It's only an old 432. Of course it is OK to cut them up and smelt them for metal to be reused in the manufacture of dustbins, but if someone takes a piece of scrap and makes it into a vehicle that loads of people will have fun with, then what ? We should pick up the pitchforks and flaming torches and organise a vigilante hunt ?..............I personally think their efforts and hard work should be applauded. That's ok, if it stays away from military vehicle shows. When I started this thread, many moons ago, I was commenting on how people do that kind of thing (perhaps not always that extreme) to a vehicle, and then take it to a military vehicle show. I don't want to see anything like that an MV show. I want to see original, or well restored, examples of these vehicles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antarmike Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 (edited) That's ok, if it stays away from military vehicle shows. When I started this thread, many moons ago, I was commenting on how people do that kind of thing (perhaps not always that extreme) to a vehicle, and then take it to a military vehicle show. I don't want to see anything like that an MV show. I want to see original, or well restored, examples of these vehicles. How do you feel when you see the BBMF Lancaster painted as "Phantom of the Rhur" which it isn't? Did it ought not overfly a military show because it has a co-pilot's seat, and a second joystick that should not be there? Should it not be seen doing a flypast at a military show because the crew are wearing White flying helmets, not a leather flying helmet? It is not what it purports to be, it is unoriginal , the crew are wrongly dressed......Or are just really glad to see it despite this? Edited December 1, 2009 by antarmike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 That's ok, if it stays away from military vehicle shows. When I started this thread, many moons ago, I was commenting on how people do that kind of thing (perhaps not always that extreme) to a vehicle, and then take it to a military vehicle show. I don't want to see anything like that an MV show. I want to see original, or well restored, examples of these vehicles. I like them coming...............gives me something to laugh at, a bit of light comedy can make the day go well :-D Seriously, I agree with you. I do prefer my stuff to be authentic, and certainly I prefer to see well restored and original vehicles at military vehicle shows. I do sometimes take my military stuff to classic car shows - they are very welcoming, and seem to have a very pleasant disposition that does not include a prejudice of design type - they just enjoy life with an open mind, and have a nice time - all together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted December 1, 2009 Author Share Posted December 1, 2009 How do you feel when you see the BBMF Lancaster painted as "Phantom of the Rhur" which it isn't? Did it ought not overfly a military show because it has a co-pilot's seat, and a second joystick that should not be there? Should it not be seen doing a flypast at a military show because the crew are wearing White flying helmets, not a leather flying helmet? It is not what it purports to be, it is unoriginal , the crew are wrongly dressed......Or are just really glad to see it despite this? Mike, you missed the point. If it was painted pink, had random antennas, stickers, chrome wheels etc then stop it overflying a military show. Since it is not, then I see no problem with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirhc Posted December 1, 2009 Author Share Posted December 1, 2009 Since so many people seem to get the wrong end of the stick, I'll try to define what I believe to be 'original' and see who else agrees. Original (in the context of military vehicles) In keeping with the spirit of the vehicle, in terms of colour, markings and accessories. Modifications in terms of safety, reliability and economy are not seen to affect originality providing they do not detract from the factory or in service look of a vehicle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antarmike Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 Mike, you missed the point. If it was painted pink, had random antennas, stickers, chrome wheels etc then stop it overflying a military show. Since it is not, then I see no problem with it. Someday when I have a bit more courage I'll post a picture of how my 80" Landy ended up looking, That will make a few of you wince. And before you say anything, I NEVER booked it in as an Ex Military vehicle or pretended its history was other than it was. After all you can do whatever you like, if you want to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark m uk Posted December 1, 2009 Share Posted December 1, 2009 Someday when I have a bit more courage I'll post a picture of how my 80" Landy ended up looking, That will make a few of you wince. And before you say anything, I NEVER booked it in as an Ex Military vehicle or pretended its history was other than it was. After all you can do whatever you like, if you want to. :-D....Go on, post it up, I want to see it if no one else does. Way I figure, life is too short to alienate people that have the same hobby and only disagree on the preference of a couple of years, a shade of paint or a particular countries products. There is no shortage of peadophiles and polititians to hate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony B Posted December 2, 2009 Share Posted December 2, 2009 As was pointed out to me once. What is 'original ' about worn gear? When it was in service if a bit broke it was replaced with new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferrettkitt Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 Have a look at War Weary B 24 Liberator used for formation assembly totally authentic http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/B-24_Liberator under formation assembly picture http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:First_Sergeant_B-24D_Assembly_Ship_or_Judas_Goat.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bodge Deep Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 Thats quite conservative compared to some of the assembly ships But they were supposed to be as 'loud' as possible so it is in context and still correct I like assembly ships there are some really whacky ones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferrettkitt Posted December 3, 2009 Share Posted December 3, 2009 That's ok, if it stays away from military vehicle shows. When I started this thread, many moons ago, I was commenting on how people do that kind of thing (perhaps not always that extreme) to a vehicle, and then take it to a military vehicle show. I don't want to see anything like that an MV show. I want to see original, or well restored, examples of these vehicles. Those kinds of vehicles would be better seen at a general car show or mixed vehicle type of show rather than a purely MV show. Joe public expects to see green vehicles at MV shows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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