Hi
Yes, the RCD Vehicle Restoration efforts are all Voluntary and Operational Commitments come first.
The NCO that was heading up the Staghound, Frank L., is deploying as a Tank commander to Afghanistan soon. Money isn't a problem as the Guild underwrites many costs.
When I headed up the first version of the RCD Rest Tm, we also sought sponsorship from local shops etc. That's how we got brake lines, upholstery, mirrors and tire balancing done on our Ferret. Unfortunately, our Operational Tempo required the then CO and RSM to close up the Team for a while. At least the Regt has tried to re-start it in some capacity.
Oh, and to re-align this thread with the M-8, I see one here in the background:
http://www.dragoons.ca/125parademedia.html
regards
Darrell