Thanks for the replies..
My focus is on returning the "74 Pattern" to "In Service" configuration for the mid 80's in Canada, prior to replacement by the Iltis, when one could argue all of the TB Mods and Improvements would have been completed.
My other reason for choosing 22 Fd Sqn (Aside from being a Sapper myself) is that this A2 originated in Gagetown NB prior to disposal. If they VMO'd SMP Vehicles between Units in the 80's like we do now, its entirely possible that it may have served in 22 Fd Sqn. I'm praying i'll find a Lazy E under that paint somewhere
The 74 A2 is actually Mike McKinleys, which i'm in the process of acquiring. Mike has done a tremendous job gathering all sorts of info on this A2 as well the 74 Pattern in general. The history of this A2 is well preserved.
I am also acquiring a second 74 A2 from Alberta that will become the Tub donor for the project. It is clearly marked as the DCO's Vehicle from 1 SVC BN. Unfortunately, it is a mechanical basket case, but has a nice rust free, albeit cut Tub. I have saved it from what would have most likely become a low budget ATV for a hunter.
My questions concerning paint are pointed at whether or not these would have been painted with CARC Paint at some point prior to withdrawal from service, and what the "Approved" cam pattern would have been. If not in the CARC Paint, what are the 3 Colors and Paint Type that would have made up the Cam Pattern? Also, many of the Canadian A2's i've seen have a much lighter color Green in the Interior that is different from the exterior colors. I've attached a pic below? Is this a Depot applied paint color, or something that was done at the Unit? It apears to be similar to what we have inside most Armoured Vehicles and CP Boxes currently in service.
My other concern is locating and placement of Stencils, Decals and Stickers under the Bonnet and on the Dash, that would have been somewhat generic to the Vehicle.
If I understand correctly, the TAC Signs and C/S Stenciling styles should be relatively unchanged from what we use now.
When it comes to painting Vehicles and the CF I am amazed and disappointed. Whenever I worked around US Units, I always appreciated how their equipment more often than not, sported fresh paint done "professionally". Other than when receiving a vehicle out of the Depot or back from Refurb, we often resorted to touching up ours with whatever we could find in the paint locker that was purchased locally, and in colors not specifically for the military.
Thanks again.
Scotty