Ford Blitz Restoration/Rebuild

[Lionelgee]

Originally Posted by Private_collector

Thanks Cliff, that might be best.

I did get them scanned at work, but they went through as pdf files and stayed on their sides, as that was the way I fit them on the glass platen. I incorrectly expected to be able to rotate them prior to posting. Still trying, but will post then 'as is' initially, if no success.

Added 1900hrs: Unable to upload the pdf files. Too large, apparently.

Hello Tony,

It all depends upon what program you are running - there are some scanner programmes that allow you to select JPEG. The PDF option seems to be becoming a default function lately. This is a pain in the arse! The JPEG option might be a better way to go.

I have found that sometimes when a forum's "Manage Attachments" tells me that a file is too large to upload I add an additional step. I paste the image into "Paint" and save a copy. I then attach the Paint version and it seems to let the attachment through the system.

No I am not trying to teach Granny about various methods of removing the internal contents of an egg

Kind Regards
Lionel

[Keith Webb]

I've sent you a PM on how to send them to me to fix for you.

[Private_collector]

Just stumbled across this MASSIVE repository of all things military, from virtually every conflict in last several hundred years. Everything here from Hiroshima photos and scientific research, to a Service Manual for the T - 34 tank.

http://www.allworldwars.com/subjects.htm

Add it to your bookmarks, people!!!

[Private_collector]

I made a curious discovery this very day. Dogs don't chase CMPs! At least the two I saw today didn't fancy their chances with mine. The first occasion, a dog was chasing cars driving by, but it took a close look and decided it better to sit on it's fat arse instead of taunting a Blitz. Second one, dog actually ran away. I wasn't even trying to run that one over.

Maybe canines are smarter than I give them credit for. Guess they realise one squishing from those tyres would mean bye bye Sunday walkies.

[Private_collector]

Just finished a phone conversation with the friend of mine who sourced and retrieved the sunshine roof I spoke about a while ago. He emailed me this morning, to say he is now back home from his trip to central QLD where he acquired my roof and a complete vehicle which he will be restoring for himself. In the email, he reported that my roof panel still had ALL the wing nuts intact and in place. In fact, everything is present, minus the canvas which had rotted away. I can't wait to go and get the thing, but will have to be patient for a few weeks. We had to fork out for another daily use vehicle, a couple of weeks ago, and it doesn't have a towbar yet.
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This is the truck my friend brought back from a 1500km round trip into the sticks. That truck still has all the original military side, tail, and diff lights. I REALLY want to get a close look at that vehicle, and will take as many photos as I can. That's my roof upside down on the rear tray.

The tri-axle trailer the truck is on, was manufactured by my friend in a week! It was made primarily for the retrieval of CMPs. Thats dedication to the cause. He is one of those rare people who can do anything he turns his hand to, and do it well.

[David Dunlop]

That roof is a great find, Tony. Congratulations! Also keen to see more photos of your friends CMP. Hopefully the plates have survived as well to help tell it's story.


David

[Private_collector]

Thanks David. I will check what identification is present when I go there to pick up my roof panel and some other parts. Will also take photos of anything significant, including the original side and tail lights. I believe the diff light and changeover switch are still in place, and may be surplus to owners needs, so he may be selling the military lighting. Possibly to be sold as a complete set! Parts usually get sold via ebay.