How To: Restoration of Ford M8 armoured car US Ordnance number 7373

[Big D]

Hi all,

I have now stripped the second axle. The differential looks in much better shape in this one. I believe that after a good clean up, the bearings on this one will be fine. I'll get it blasted as well and fit new axle seals and a pinion shaft seal.

Work has just resumed again on the hull. The ring gear is complete and bolted inside the hull, and some of the plating is being fitted now. The ability to do full repairs to both sides of the hull lower channels is now apparent.

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More hull photos...

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The last couple...

[Petr Brezina]

Nice job!

[motto (RIP)]

Darryl, The pinion installation appears to be the same as on the Studebaker US6. I have some spare yokes should you need one.
As regards removal, I would definitely recommend applying a puller to the yoke then supporting one side of the parallel section of the yoke with a steel block whilst striking the opposite side with a heavy hammer. So as not to bruise the yoke place a flat steel bar against the side you are striking. Support it well and strike it hard. If at first nothing happens rotate the yoke 90 degrees and try again. I've never known this method to fail to release a tapered fitting.

Dave

[lynx42]

Hi Darryl,
Anything here of interest for you?

https://www.troostwijkauctions.com/u...23047-3814012/

Regards Rick.

[Big D]

Hi Petr,

Thanks for the kudos!


Hi Dave,

Thanks for the advice. I did try striking the yoke from behind while I had the puller on it. Admittedly, I did not have a steel block supporting the other side so I will give that another go.


Hi Rick,

Thanks, yes, I have been in touch with the person who has these items for sale at BAIV. I'm just awaiting details of exactly what is included but it does look interesting. I have a container coming from Belgium next month so the timing may be spot on...