Lynx II, hull # 4225

[lynx42]

Nice photos, thanks for them. Something does not look right to me. I don't think the fuel tank covers are right for that type of cabin top. If they are the right ones then the cabin top with no roof is incorrect. The cabin top with the padded cushions around the top does not go with round tanks. This one has 3 hinges on the rear hatch which is an early Mark identifier, but round tanks were only on the first early Mark with the vertical radiator, not the horizontal one it has, and would have had a full length engine cover. I know that modifications were done as they came down the line so who actually knows what is right and what is not.

My lynx is a change over model which was modified during its build from vertical to horizontal radiator louvers and the shorter engine cover. You can see in many places where the have welded up holes and oxy cut other areas to fit the horizontal louvers and short engine cover. It has the same hinged covers on the lubrication points as Dirks which also points out that is is an early hull.

Having said that, I don't mean to be a rivet counter as I am so glad to see one on the road and Dirk has certainly helped me out with hard to get parts for mine.

[Peter Duggan]

Folks,

Trailered the Lynx to CFB Kingston to support the Base's Family Fun day. Got to drive the Lynx around for a bit, but the true heroes of the event were Ryan Harriman's FV432 and Paul Hudson's Kaiser M35 that hauled hoards of "civilians" over a hilly course overlooking Fort Henry. Dave Muralt is at the controls of the FV432 in the attached picture, the blouse for the RCDs in the Italian campaign is also Dave's.

Peter

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[Peter Duggan]

Guys,

In anticipation of finally getting new tires this winter I acquired an additional set of wheels. Now sandblasted, primed, painted and waiting. Still hoping to find a good set of Dunlop Trak Grips, if not new NDTs.
Made a pattern for the canvas top using heavy clear plastic, now to see if my friendly tent and awning manufacturer can make one with the heavy canvas that came from a deuce and a half.

Peter


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[Peter Duggan]

Guys,

Jeff Church was able to stitch together a nicely fitting cover for the Lynx using my pattern. Also sewed in the stiffeners and riveted the webbing together. Used the Lynx 11 in the CWM for the pattern for the webbing. Now to try and find a pattern for the crash pads C19SR 111213 that surround the crew compartment - only need 20 !!!

Peter


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[Peter Duggan]

Guys,

I'm always on the search for period pictures of Lynxes in service. I recently came across this picture of an early Lynx. It must of been a painful moment for both the operator and the Lynx itself. Judging by the background I think it was taken in either Australia or New Zealand.

If anyone knows anything about this picture and the circumstances, it would be great to learn what took place.

Thanks, Peter


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[lynx42]

Like you Pete, I am always on the lookout for Lynx photos and only last Friday evening I was filling in a bit of time and I went to our national Archives Newspaper site and came across these photos. I was not able to download them so out came the trusty phone. They are not as clear as I would have liked but I still have them now.

The first one shows Australian ARN.123817 in flight before the hard landing.

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ARN.123892

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One in a bit of bother. Can't distinguish the ARN.

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A White Scout Car assisting the recovery.

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Regards Rick.

[Peter Duggan]

Rick,

Many thanks ! I continue to be amazed at the power of the internet, forums such as MLU combined with the generosity of people such as yourself.

Peter