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Mic Heinrich 18-06-19 08:44

M41 Walker Bulldog restoration Australia
 
Hi all, we are currently doing a complete nut and bolt restoration on a Kiwi M41. Although we have 80% NOS parts, I’m keen to hear from anyone that may also have parts or an interest in these vehicles. Once completed it will be the only one running in Australia, there is only 2 in Oz! Please check out our restoration page
https://www.facebook.com/Weapsim-119975015364818/

dcrfan 18-06-19 09:34

Wow great restoration. Looks better than i've they were when they first arrived in Wellington. Here are some photos of the arrival of M41s in Wellington.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...fc47a9a785.jpgM41 Handover by tankienz, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b0b9ed1c_c.jpgM41 arrival 3 by tankienz, on Flickr
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...86c64fc9be.jpgM41 Arrival 1 by tankienz, on Flickrhttps://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ca26b15b39.jpgM41 Arrival by tankienz, on Flickrhttps://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...abdd93fab0.jpgM41 when new by tankienz, on Flickr

Photos are from collection of the late Mark Priestley.

Paul
Ex Kiwi M41 loader, gunner and crew commander.

Mic Heinrich 18-06-19 09:53

Thanks Paul that’s awesome!

dcrfan 19-06-19 15:28

From your photos on the other thread am I right in assuming your M41 is ex NZ 30545? If so I can update my 'Disposal of NZ M41' list :)

Paul

Mic Heinrich 20-06-19 12:39

Yes Paul that’s correct

dcrfan 22-06-19 05:50

Here's the detail from my list

NZ No. 30545
Name. Anarchy
Withdrawal. 7 Sep 78. To School of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering as a recovery hulk.
Location. Located in Engineer compound. Owned by Army Museum.
Remarks. No power pack or 76mm gun. Some of left side suspension ripped off. Still painted origin deep bronze green. A wreck.

Paul

Michael R. 22-06-19 21:07

loaders periscope
 
Mic is looking for a replacement loaders periscope. Can someone comment on the interchangeability between the Walker and M4 Sherman series periscopes?

StephenKeast 22-07-19 03:03

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Hi Michael, I have a few Periscopes lying around. Can you comment on whether it is a normal mirror or a telescopic periscope?

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I have 2x pictured below. Flick me a PM if these would be of use to you.

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Originally Posted by Michael R. (Post 261604)
Mic is looking for a replacement loaders periscope. Can someone comment on the interchangeability between the Walker and M4 Sherman series periscopes?


Ryan 08-08-19 00:31

I really need to visit this restoration, if I'm allowed.

Mic Heinrich 08-08-19 11:39

All good Stephen, now have all periscopes, thx

Niels V 08-08-19 12:51

https://www.facebook.com/jdrveteranpanser/ these guys are also restoring a M41 and have a running danish upgraded version

Ryan 13-08-19 00:04

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Originally Posted by Niels V (Post 262432)
https://www.facebook.com/jdrveteranpanser/ these guys are also restoring a M41 and have a running danish upgraded version

Always been a fan of the Danish variant, looked great. Seeing it in books about Reforger and such.

Tony Smith 30-11-19 23:47

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Another NZ Walker Bulldog for sale.:

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/spe...e25cc3fe0d-006

I think the seller has had past experience with silly questions and "experts" contacting him.

Bob Phillips 02-12-19 01:05

M41 projects
 
Hi Mic
Have some parts and need some parts, can you PM me please??
thanks Bob Phillips

Mike Moran 03-02-20 08:52

Thinking there are a pair of Walker Bulldog sprockets in very good condition
around here somewhere.


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