Gun port cover

tankbarrell · #1 10-12-09, 09:46

I am currently making a gun port cover for a Windsor and have a question about the flap. Was it originally folded from a piece of 3/8" plate or were the wings welded on?

Restored carriers often seem to be the latter but I would have thought it would be folded in the same way as the main cover. I assume it is the same as a Mk2 carrier.

Any help gratefully received!

kevin powles · #2 10-12-09, 16:24

Hi Adrian,
I borrowed malcom Caleys Mk2 gun port plate to make one for a Mk1 carrier without the hinged flap. I thougt the Windsors had this type of plate without the flap. I have an original Mk1 1943 gun port plate you are welcome to borrow but I am sure malcolm will lend you his. I think also the T16 gun port plate is different too.

tankbarrell · #3 10-12-09, 17:08

Hi Kevin,

the early Windsor had no flap but later ones did. I have made the cover, I just need a definative answer on the flap. I would prefer to copy a known original rather than copy a copy if you know what I mean!

I'll perhaps slip and look at Malcolms and make a decision.

Regards,

Adrian

kevin powles · #4 10-12-09, 19:45

Hi, no worries, just to clarify, i made one then dropped onto an original one, so have an original here too.

thanks.

jeff davis · #5 14-12-09, 00:45

Could you post some pics and dimensions so that i can reproduce one of these.or is there one for sale.
Jeff