VICKERS MK6B's resto

[colin jones]

Hello all, I haven't posted for a while as I've ben away and quite busy, I have spent some time on the trans and I was at first quite concerned wether I could save it or not as all the bottom of the box is simply gone.
I am however, very fortunate that the oxidization has been localized to the bottom only. My first impression was that it was not salvageable but I am more confident that I can either repair the original box or I will attempt to fabricate a new one from steel. The gears are not damaged at all and even the bearings age in remarkable condition. It will be a slowish process but I feel very confident that I can make one. I would use the original top as it is still good.

[colin jones]

I got quite exited today as I have been tapping, spraying, tapping, spraying this part for about a month now and I must admit I never thought it would move but today it did. It was so solid with years of gunk and rust but consistency has paid off as I only have one of these and I need two. I am a very happy vegemite. The engine will be someone else's challenge.