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15-10-12, 20:43
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Scout T5329
Hi
A couple of days ago my new project arrived, Scout carrier T5329 (Phillip Hastings old project) I'm looking forward to cracking on with it and finding out all the differences between these early carriers and the later universals. It's very complete and is a fantastic project but there are a few missing bits and bobs so i'm going to do a list in the hope that some of you may have any of the parts i'm looking for. I plan on recording the progress here, carrying on where Phillip left off. If there is anyone who's after LP spares i may be able to help as some arrived with the scout, let me know. Ben 
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15-10-12, 21:43
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that's a great project mate, i look forward to following the resto.
all the best rick
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15-10-12, 21:49
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Hi Ben, Looking forward to seeing the project progress, now I have an excuse to come over to yours, I have a Scout Carrier service instruction book, will bring it with me when I come over.
kevin.
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2pdr Tank Hunter Universal Carrier 1942 registered 11/11/2008. 3" Mortar Universal Carrier 1943 registered 06/06/2009. 1941 Standard Mk1 stowage Carrier, Caunter camo. 1941 Standard Mk1 stowage Carrier, light stone. 10 cwt wartime mortar trailer. 1943 Mk2 Daimler Dingo. 1943 Willys MB. 1936 Vickers MG carrier No1 Mk1 CMM 985.
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15-10-12, 21:52
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T5329
Congradulations on your purchase!
Probably the most complete Scout left in existence, and also possibly the only one to be on, or arrive back on british soil in the last 70 odd years. I look forward to following your posts, and helping where I can. It was a bit disapointing to miss the Scout by a day, but having seen her at Phillips made it easier. British WWII military vehicle enthusiasts should be very pleased with what you've done. You have a unique vehicle, and given time, you will uncover her rich history. Not so many of us have a WWII active service vehicle in our shed. I look forward to seeing her in her full glory. I'm guessing you will have a steady stream of tourists through for a while. While I'm thinking of a them, Hi to Nigel and George! Once again, Thank you for your hospitality. We really enjoyed our stay at your lovely peaceful home.
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16-10-12, 20:49
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Very very very green with envy.... I love the scout, sad that Phil let it go, but glad it came home and to a person who will do the job right..... Ben I guess you are in the habit of buying the rarer ones, what with the sentinel Bren and now this.... What's next ? Vickers light tank ?
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is mos redintegro __5th Div___46th Div__ 1942 Ford Universal Carrier No.3 MkI* Lower Hull No. 10131 War Department CT54508 (SOLD) 1944 Ford Universal Carrier MkII* (under restoration). 1944 Morris C8 radio body (under restoration). Last edited by RichardT10829; 27-10-12 at 12:12.
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17-10-12, 15:18
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Thanks for the comments, You're more than welcome to pop round and have a nose whenever you like. Lynn It was a shame it was a day late but Thursday was a very long day at the docks and we got soaked!
I've spent the last couple of days going over the Scout and taking all the loose bits out. There is almost no corrosion at all to the hull and apart from replacing the missing upper armour it's good to sand blast and paint. There are some fittings that need to come off first but I'm not stripping anything off for the time being. It looks like it was painted khaki green no3 first then a sand colour with what I assume to be the darker colour of the desert scheme on top of that. None of the unit markings from the period Australian photos have survived. A couple of the bigger bits that are missing are.... Steering box Steering column Handbrake assembly Spare barrel box (same as mk1) Aerial hook for the division plate Small top idlers for main suspension unit One of the lower oil cooler mounts If any of you can help with these bits I'd be glad to hear from you. I can buy or swap for carrier parts if you like. I'm sure I'll add to the list at some stage. I've taken some pictures to show the differences between some of the parts but I'm away for a few days so I'll have to post them when I'm back. Ben
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20-10-12, 22:25
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Ben i can oblige a Mk1 park brake assembly all be it repro ? i have an original one now. Failing that lend you one to copy
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is mos redintegro __5th Div___46th Div__ 1942 Ford Universal Carrier No.3 MkI* Lower Hull No. 10131 War Department CT54508 (SOLD) 1944 Ford Universal Carrier MkII* (under restoration). 1944 Morris C8 radio body (under restoration). Last edited by RichardT10829; 27-10-12 at 12:11.
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