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Old 15-09-17, 00:44
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It was not just a case of squirt some WD40 on the plugs, put a bag over the radiator and leap into the water.

These instructions for CMP proofing indicate a hell of a lot of time and work.

From the Officers Notes Manual preparation times in man hours:

AEC 4x4 Matador 33
Bedford QL 32
CMP 26-32 Depending on model
Ward La France 44
Jeep 20
Radar AA 350
Bedford Printing Lorry 100
Searchlight Trailer 130
Most Crawlers 60-100
AA and Field Guns 20-65
Carriers 70-90
Tanks 160-286
Scout/armoured cars 87-195



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Last edited by Lang; 15-09-17 at 01:22.
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