Two more wrecks in my yard

[Aidan]

I would think if it was an English Carrier it would have all English threaded bolts? Aidan

[Lynn Eades]

All the carriers, British and Canadian, are fastened with BSF fasteners. The only variation that I can think of, is the fasteners in the original Ford componentry. for example the bolts that hold the two halves of the diff housing together, the lid on the gearbox, and the motor fasteners etc.

[rob love]

I have a video tape of an old training slide show somewhere at home, where the film points out that the two bolts holding the angle iron over top of the division plate MAY be 3/8 UNF rather than BSF. I think Gunner had something to do with the video if I recall.


There is no doubt in my mind that this is an early Canadian carrier. It will likely not have the serial numbers on the front armor plate because they likely were still using the large British style ID plate on the front right fender. A quick check of any parts will show the FMOco markings. I am not 100% sure where the changeover was from the data plate to the stamped serials, but I have seen the data plate on carriers in the 500 range.

[Phill]

I looked yesterday for the stamped #'s on the top edge of the armor, just in front of the driver, but found nothing. I think I was looking in the right place. This hull has been out in the elements for a long time. I can't wait to wash the bottom out, my forklift has a hard time lifting it, so I'll have to wait until my backhoe is ready. I'm realizing with all the interest in this hull and not the other MK1, that historically she's quite important.

Thanks for the continuing interest. Would they be any signs of where the data plate was, if on the front right fender? Phil

[Lynn Eades]

There should be two holes in the right guard ,190mm apart The guard bolted on at the back via the head light bracket.The two holes are 200mm forward of the rear edge.

[Phill]

I found the two holes, you chaps really know your stuff . I guess the proper decal is going to be hard to find?

Attached some more pictures. Note the Ford ID on the bogie assembly. The small bracket under the ration box, what is it for? Also what was bolted on the rear armor? Thanks,Phil

[charlie fitton]

The small bracket under the ration box, what is it for? Also what was bolted on the rear armor? Thanks,Phil

..is for the pointy-in end of the starting crank.

I've actually used the crank a few times - surprising how easily the old bugger starts...