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Old 10-12-13, 16:04
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So many items point to British manufacture, including the water can rack. The part numbers off the brackets may also support this. The divisional wall may indicate a lack of fastening holes for the ventilator boxes, pointing to a MK-III welded hull.

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Old 10-12-13, 16:13
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I think MR is correct. British steering wheel and what looks like a bishops steering gear. British steering wheels are very hard to find in any condition, that one looks very good. Nice project, upper armour is pretty straight forward, looks like most of the frame is still there too.

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Old 10-12-13, 17:43
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Yep agree welded hull, mk3 it has the removable glacis plate section for the pedals too.
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Old 10-12-13, 20:15
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That's a really nice project , should be on the road in no time . Arnhem next year ??????
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Old 10-12-13, 21:11
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Thanks for all the nice comments!
Will see, it all depends on the spare time. Hopefuly it became a runner soon. Perhaps Petr could tell you more - if he will be ever allowed to join the forum? Hanno, please!
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Old 15-12-13, 11:01
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Here are some promised pics of welded Mk.III's in use of Czechoslovak Independent Armoured Brigade Group in UK and in the Europe 1944-45. I would say these are the same type as Petr's.
Hope you will find them interesting (photos by T.Jambor).
Would like to ask you guys, if here is anybody who owns the same british made welded UC? Thanks!
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Old 15-12-13, 11:26
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Lynn Eades owns a welded hull MKIII I think?? I know he's off line for a few days but Im sure he'll let you know when he's back, not sure if it's British or Canadian.

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Old 15-12-13, 21:27
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Here are some promised pics of welded Mk.III's in use of Czechoslovak Independent Armoured Brigade Group in UK and in the Europe 1944-45. I would say these are the same type as Petr's.
Hope you will find them interesting (photos by T.Jambor).
Would like to ask you guys, if here is anybody who owns the same british made welded UC? Thanks!
I restored a welded hull many years ago ( it's now in Greece ). You will be pleased to know they are a lot easier to restore than the riveted carriers. There are several differences ... Engine covers, fuel tanks and air intake to name a few.
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Ferret MK 1/1 1956
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Old 16-12-13, 22:05
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Perhaps Petr could tell you more - if he will be ever allowed to join the forum? Hanno, please!
Dusan,

He's on the waiting list. Sorry, I am very busy but hope to process all new applicants during the Christmas holiday. So have a little more patience, please ...

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Old 17-12-13, 09:57
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Thank you Hanno, no problem!
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