This was a bonus. Whilst waiting for the truck I explored the surrounding vegetation and came across a small scrap pile. As Peek-a-Boo was missing the offside (right hand driver’s side for you foreigners) front mud guard I was still hoping to find it. And guess what; there it was in the scrap pile. But then, when I looked at it, lo and behold, the maker’s plate was still attached. You can imagine how I felt, orgasmic.
Data - 1941 South Australian Railways manufactured LP 2A with Hull Number of 1653. I believe a series of these SAR Carriers started out as LP 2s as the “A” is stamped instead of being cast. I have heard various viewpoints but have still to obtain a definitive answer.
This Carrier was spotted by one of my scouts and as you can see by the date stamp of April 2005 I have been sitting on this in secrecy since then.
She looks better than what she is. Very rusted out, useless wheels, bogies and tracks, but at least recovered.
I am in the middle of another recovery operation at this time and will post results and a grandiose scheme on that completion. Stay tuned to the channel.
Bob
