Australian 2 pounder resto

[colin jones]

G'day everyone, well after the mortar carrier, I thought it best that I do its brother. Its not in very good shape when you look closely but nothings impossible. First thing is get rid of the dirt and give it a clean so I can evaluate the extent of repair. Here's what Ive got and I will keep you posted as progress happens.
Colin.

[colin jones]

couple more pics

[BSHEVLIN]

looks like you have lots work to do over Xmas
but at least its got a lot of the original fittings in it.

[ron]

Hi Colin.
What a nice find, I will be looking forward to watching your progress,and as usual it will be of a very high standard,thats a nice little project for you,
Regards Ron

[colin jones]

Hi Brenton, there is a few fittings there but a bit worse for ware so I will probably replace most af them.
colin.

Hi Ron, yes it is a nice little project. After the way the way mortar carrier performs and handles I'm going to disgust all those avid restorers and put in the windsor and C4 which I have. Its like having an automatic armoured gokart on steroids. Model AAGOS 6019
Colin.

[Ledsel]

Will it fit in there? I looked at that idea once but I found there wasn't enough room. The problem was the transmission was too long. The flathead and trans are very short.

[colin jones]

Hi Ledsel, the hull is exactly the same as the mortar carrier. In fact the mortar carrier was an ofspin af the 2 pounder hull. Thats the reason I am restoring this one as it is still fresh in my mind for fabrication and engine fitting..(just a minor upgrade)
regards
Colin.

[Ledsel]

Go to it fella!!!

[ron]

Hi Colin, its your machine and your money and time so I say go for it, its better than leaving it rotting away somewhere in the bush, at least you have saved it, good on you,
regards Ron

[RichardT10829]

here here, there cant ever have been many of these derrivatives in the first place so rock on. you rule !!!!!!

cant wait to see how this one progresses

Richard

[colin jones]

Hi everyone, the 2 pounder is back from the sand blaster and work has started. I have made and fitted the exhaust system while its upside down and given the underside a coat of paint. That part is finished so I won't have to get underneath later. I cut the wings and back off as it was not in very good nick so some new body is in order. I will probably flip it over tonight and get a few more pics then post them.
by 4 now
Colin.

[Alex Blair (RIP)]

Originally Posted by colin jones

Hi everyone, the 2 pounder is back from the sand blaster and work has started. I have made and fitted the exhaust system while its upside down and given the underside a coat of paint. That part is finished so I won't have to get underneath later. I cut the wings and back off as it was not in very good nick so some new body is in order. I will probably flip it over tonight and get a few more pics then post them.
by 4 now
Colin.

Colin..
Beautiful job ...I thought it may be a smart idea when the exhaust pipes were run originally that the angle iron would have been higher ,above the top of the pipe to protect it from being crushed on the firts rock you run over or high center on..even a small inverted channel iron tacked on over the pipes would do the trick..restricted exhaust pipes from crushed pipes soon lead to problems...Just a thought..

[RichardT10829]

i cant get my head around why they ran the pipes outside in the first place it oulde have made more sense to run them inside the engine bay then through the rear bulkhead pannel and up thus no pipes getting crimped, probably cheaper to manufacture as less welding too. obviously on the mortar type carriers this may not have been possible but surely on the scouts and regular Brens it would be dooable

[Ledsel]

Too much heat in summer and desert

[colin jones]

Hi all, Alex, you are right about the height of the angle. Mine is lower because of the size of the pipe i'm using which is 2" to suit the engine. I won't be driving over any big rocks so the damage factor should be zero and actually ist a nice fit.

Ledsel, yes it would have been extemely hot if the exhaust was in the inside. It was so simple to put it underneath for these front mounted engine models.

Hi Richard, they probably could have put the exhaust inside for general carriers as they did with some but it would be difficult on these machines as in mortar carriers and tank attack carriers because of all the fuel and ammunition carried at floor level but i'm sure the powers to be at that time looked at the best and safest way.

Thanks 4 your comments, Ill keep the pics comin'
well its 8.45 am sunday and my sheds calling me so I better get out there and make more progress.
Colin :

[colin jones]

Hi everyone, had to split the diff and found it to be in very good condition, its back together and bolted in. Exhaust completed and rear pioneer plate fabricated and installed. Had loads of trouble getting the centre axle out but it had to come out. Seemed like a never ending job but all is well and so is the axle. It will go back in tomorrow along with the cam plate.
Colin.

[RichardT10829]

looking good Colin you certainly dont hang about, in my opinion you are right to split the diff, i know i will best to be thorough or rebuilds may creep in when it comes to starting and driving

keep up the good work, cant wait to see the pics of the finished article next to your other carrier !

Richard

[Lynn Eades]

I never picked you to be so chubby, with such short legs. Is all that black on your face from the welding fumes?

[colin jones]

Hi lynn, I'm just too short for my height, the chubby is due to expansion and the black is just makeup. You should see me when I get dressed to go out
Colin/frank

[colin jones]

Something old, something new, something borrowed, something green well it will be. As you can see the displacement is refurbished and a few new bits and its back in place and operating again .
Colin.

[Ledsel]

At the rate you're going you'll have it going buy Christmas.

[colin jones]

hope so "Santa needs a new sled"
Colin.

[Justin Pollard]

Looking good Colin,
Thanks for posting nice clear pics of the track displacement setup,very helpfull.

Justin.

[colin jones]

Hi Justin, let me know if you need any other specific pics or info.
Colin.

[Dinty]

G'day All, Colin, I would love to have a workshop like you have or even a whopper shed where I could have all my vehicles in one place LOL, I'm looking forward to Corowa 09 to see this (or the other one) in the flesh mate keep at it and posting the pix for us lesser mortals cheers mate Dennis

[colin jones]

Hi all, Dennis I have to say I love my shed but they are never big enough. Here,s todays effort.
Colin.

[Dinty]

G'day All, Mate I love it cheers Dennis

[Lynn Eades]

Your a bloody goer aren't you. Are you going to climb out of that hull on christmas day, or are you going to put up a christmas tree in there, and bring your kids and missus in? If you pick up the pace a bit you'll be able to get the motor in and the engine covers. then you'll have somewhere to put the christmas cake!
Anyhoo, I enjoy your posts, but do take some time out to spoil those little tackers (kids) of yours. They dont stay that way for long. Compliments of the season.
Regards, Lynn.

[colin jones]

Hi Lynn, there is one thing I,m sure of. I will not be in the shed on xmas day unless I want my testicles removed with a kitchen knife .But it is good to see progress and my kids will and are a bit spoiled but thets what you do for them.
Merry Xmas everyone.
Colin.

[colin jones]

Now I have to admit I was going to have a shed free day today but my wife has taken the kids to nana's for a little while so thats just enough time to put the last puzzle piece on the back.
Colin.

Oh! and a show and tell pic as well