Tillies

David_Hayward (RIP) · #1 24-01-08, 12:17

I know nothing about Utilities so suggestions please?
# 1

David_Hayward (RIP) · #2 24-01-08, 12:18

# 2

These shots were taken at an ATS mechanical engineering school I think..1942??

Richard Farrant · #3 24-01-08, 20:28

David,

First photo is of two Austin 10hp Utilities and the second photo is not a Tilly, but a Morris 12hp model Y, there were military ambulance versions, but this looks like a van.

David_Hayward (RIP) · #4 24-01-08, 21:55

Could be a converted ambulance then...evidently not a "4 x 2 Utility" then. Thanks Richard.

David_Hayward (RIP) · #5 24-01-08, 22:11

ATS training school

austin tilly · #6 24-01-08, 23:18

Again an Austin Light Utility.

These are the other makes:

Hillman Tillys in store

Morris Tilly

Standard Tilly

source: The Tilly Register

Cheers,
Arjan

David_Hayward (RIP) · #7 28-01-08, 19:36

What can you guys say about this wonderful photo that proves that gender is no barrier to getting automotive hands dirty? I assume that it's a Morris engine with SU carb?

David_Hayward (RIP) · #8 28-01-08, 19:39

Austin [10hp?]...my later father-in-law's best friend had one of these post-war, which he repainted silver.

What are these lovely ladies, doing driver training, saying? They had an eclectic mix of Wolseley, Austin cars & Tillies, Austin and Bedford ambulances, Bedford MW & OX, and Morris-Commercial C.2 dual-control vehicles to 'play' with.

Radek · #9 29-01-08, 07:56

Hi David,
this is "Austin 8AP military tourer" it is possible send me pictures of the silver one. The civilian 8Hp is similer as the military 8AP.
Thanks Radek

Quote:

Originally posted by David_Hayward
Austin [10hp?]...my later father-in-law's best friend had one of these post-war, which he repainted silver.

What are these lovely ladies, doing driver training, saying? They had an eclectic mix of Wolseley, Austin cars & Tillies, Austin and Bedford ambulances, Bedford MW & OX, and Morris-Commercial C.2 dual-control vehicles to 'play' with.

Radek · #10 29-01-08, 07:59

civilian, look on the deferents

David_Hayward (RIP) · #11 29-01-08, 08:05

If we can find my late father-in-law's photo box! The chaps were wearing post-war RAFVR uniform.

Radek · #12 29-01-08, 08:43

Here are any pictures and information.

http://www.mapleleafup.org/forums/sh...ghlight=austin

http://www.hmvf.co.uk/smf/index.php?topic=7457.0

http://www.hmvf.co.uk/smf/index.php?topic=6985.0

Radek

Radek · #13 29-01-08, 09:53

tillies

Les Freathy · #14 29-01-08, 12:37

couple for the Tillies thread, first the engine compartment of the Morris

Les Freathy · #15 29-01-08, 12:39

and the rare tilly based on the Z type van, never seen one of these in a combat photo so presume they were built for training and base use
cheers
Les

Phil Waterman · #16 29-01-08, 14:35

Quote:

Originally posted by Les Freathy
couple for the Tillies thread, first the engine compartment of the Morris

Given the size of the battery, as large as the engine you almost have to wonder if this is an early Hybrid. Wonder how far and how fast if you put it in 4th gear and hit the starter.

Cheers Phil

austin tilly · #17 11-05-10, 22:40

It took some time, but she is ready to rally now.... She has made her appereance at two rallies.

Cheers,
Arjan

Radek · #18 11-05-10, 22:57

Great!!!

i wish my tilly in the same shape.

Hard work is before me. :-)

austin tilly · #19 02-09-10, 13:05

It took 6 years to finish this project. Time was an essential key, which I did not have. The last years a professional finished the restoration to a roadworthy vehicle. This year I hope to make it complete with some minor features, such as rifle clip etc.

How far are you with your restoration?

cheers
Arjan

Ron Pier · #20 03-09-10, 10:44

Looks superb Arjan, I have noticed you in TT. Do you know your chassis number to work out a serial number?

Ron