Vic rail 2225

[colin jones]

I just picked up another 2 carriers. So into the shed they go. A set of boxes finished, cleaned and painted.

[colin jones]

Also made the rear guards, primed and test fitted.

[colin jones]

A couple of pics of the boxes on the back of VC2225. They're just sitting there of course.

[Keith Webb]

Originally Posted by colin jones

I just picked up another 2 carriers.

What are their numbers please Colin?

[The Bedford Boys]

How many carriers have you restored now colin? Your threads are truly inspiring!

[colin jones]

Thanks guy's, I think it's 5 or 6 but lots more to do.

[David Dunlop]

You do beautiful work, Sir!

Just one question…How far away are you from putting these carrier hulls back into production? Your efforts look even better than the factory originals!!!


David

[Paul Dutton]

Originally Posted by colin jones

I just picked up another 2 carriers. So into the shed they go. A set of boxes finished, cleaned and painted.

Another two carriers....!!!!
Are you rubbing in for me friend....????

Do they blooming well grow on trees over there???
I was in Oz at Xmas and didnt see any, must have been under the snow you had........... (41 degrees in melbourne!!)

[colin jones]

Thanks Dave, those couple of carriers will be stored away for a while as I've got some other projects in line first. Paul, you probably didn't see them hiding behind all those kangaroos
Onto some fuel tanks. These must be bent in sequence or you won't get the last bend without destroying it.

[colin jones]

If they're not bent at 90deg to the side then they'll be twisted when welded.

[colin jones]

I also made a new forming plate which is a bit thicker than the other one I had. It certainly needs to be clamped to a solid base for peening.

[colin jones]

As I form it around the corner I kept grinding the excess away as you don't need to shrink/stretch any more than you need to.
Another 7 to make and a dead arm at the end of it
Colin.

[Paul Dutton]

Originally Posted by colin jones

Thanks Dave, those couple of carriers will be stored away for a while as I've got some other projects in line first. Paul, you probably didn't see them hiding behind all those kangaroos
Onto some fuel tanks. These must be bent in sequence or you won't get the last bend without destroying it.

You have kangaroos..............???? How bloomin big are they to hid a carrier???? Ideal in combat as camoflage I think!!

[clarkray]

Hi Colin,I am in my fifty fifth year as a toolmaker and I must say you learned well and you have what it take.My hat is off to you.

[colin jones]

Thanks Clark, I would love to have the knowledge of a tool maker. I'd have a die for everything.
Keith, sorry for the delay on the numbers
Ford, NSW 2822
VR, 634
The paintball tiger I made was VR 3413
The Fuel tanks to date. I decided to mig weld the joints as it was the quickest and most effective way for me to do it.

[Nathan Clark]

Hi Colin. Can we get some more pics of 2822, not very far off mine. Would love to add the photos to my collection.
Regards Nathan