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Jan C S

30-05-20 00:10

Writing a book on the CMP 8-cwts

I am in the process of writing a book on the CMP 8cwts I already have photos of the HUP Computer version and the The Ford F8 8cwt truck.

I am looking for preserved examples of any of the other versions to photograph.

In particular the HUA Ambulance, the HUW Wireless, the Machinery ZL version, the HUP Personnel and the Chevrolet C8 truck

If I can find examples of the early (run-flat) and late bodied (spare wheel carrier) versions that would be a bonus!

I am based in the SW of England so if you are within a day's travel ( due to current restrictions) own any of the above and would be happy to let me take some photos or know someone who owns one please PM me.

Thanks for reading!

dcrfan

01-06-20 09:06

There are numerous photos of Chev C8 and one of Ford F8 in RNZAF service on the RNZAF Museum photo on line collection. Search for 'truck' https://fotoweb.airforcemuseum.co.nz...on/?q=%20truck

Hanno Spoelstra

01-06-20 09:37

If you want to take pictures of a C8A HUA, try to contact Nick Bullock. He owns the ex-Bart Vanderveen HUA which was later restored by Ian McCallum:
http://www.mapleleafup.net/forums/showthread.php?t=5524

John Corden and Marty Morren have HUMs. All of them are on this forum.

There are a couple of C8s kicking about in the UK, too.

Looking forward to your book on C8 & C8A’s.
Hope this helps

Alex van de Wetering

01-06-20 12:51

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I agree with Hanno; maybe Nick can help out. Apart from the HUA, he also has a C8 Wireless. Nick is in East Yorkshire.

Alex

cordenj

01-06-20 21:41

C8a HUM_ZL

Hi,

I have a restored HUM that you are welcome to see. I'm in Reigate, Surrey.

Richard Nixon

19-06-20 00:32

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Hi,

I have a 1941 Cab 12 Chev C8, I'm in Kent UK.

The engine is out being repaired at the moment - but heres a photo taken last year of it.

Richard

Hanno Spoelstra

05-12-20 13:17

Jan,

This thread has some HUW photos: http://www.mapleleafup.net/forums/sh...ad.php?t=13544

As discussed, I'll send you a large size scan of the one I posted in that thread today.

Haridimos

05-12-20 22:28

Jan,

I wish I could help you, but unfortunately my HUW is being rebuilt right now,and I still have a long way to go to reach the level of others here in this forum...

Kostas

@Hanno, you will have a PM.!

Bruce Parker (RIP)

06-12-20 04:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by Haridimos (Post 274368)

Hi Kostas. I've been in contact with at least two previous owners of your HUW and who have shared great information with me. I'd love to see pics and hear more about your restoration.

Hanno Spoelstra

07-12-20 08:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bruce Parker (Post 274376)

Hi Kostas. I've been in contact with at least two previous owners of your HUW and who have shared great information with me. I'd love to see pics and hear more about your restoration.

See the Chevrolet C8A HUW reference thread for a link to Kostas’ resto thread here: C8A HUW restoration in Greece

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