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23-10-09, 21:55
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..... maybe West than North......
.....another wild forray..!!!! Boob
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24-10-09, 00:55
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The window throwout bit I need is the piece that attaches the throwout arm to the window frame, secured with a staked clevis pin. I asked the machine shop out in the country to cobble one up for me, but he's a busy guy, and last time I checked in with him, a couple of weeks back, he still hadn't got around to it. I have had to acquire or fabricate all the throwout and bracket bits as all that was missing or broken on the truck when I got it.
As for doors, on reflection I realize the side and rear doors are not interchangeable - hinges and latch are on opposite sides. - I am hoping to find a rear door, or at least the bottom part, with hinges on right-hand side. Otherwise, I will have to try to patch together the old door and find, or have fabricated, a pair of hinges. I phoned the welder today, and apparently has done the links, so when I find out how much he wants for the job, and how much it would cost to re-work them to 8-inch opposite ends, I will decide whether to have him do that and buy the 9.25" pair from powerwagons. Ought to have my tanks back soon: I have am having a pair of good tanks made up from three tanks; the original LH tank, which was not too bad, an acquired LH tank which had original been a RH tank which Bill Spence had had refurbished and converted to LH, then decided he didn't need, so I am having converted back to RH, and the original RH tank, which was rusted and rotted out, which donates the filler pipe, etc. Confused yet? No idea what the shop will end up charging me for all that, but I will probably take the rad to them next for a checkup and refurb.
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24-10-09, 04:23
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25-10-09, 04:05
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Grant, Bob and I are highballing down the 401 near Trenton with some HUP goodies in tow. ETA Ottawa 2:30 AM. Weather is good - no more rain! Traffic is light. Bob is giving a history lesson on inline sixes. Grant is taking his turn at the wheel, and I am in the back seat typing and smiling. More later.
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25-10-09, 07:24
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Finally off the 401 and heading north to Hammond. Bob is at the wheel for the final leg. We got Raw Dog on the sat radio and no traffic on the country road (except the odd deer and a family of skunks). The coffee is wearing off, but the buzz will last until we leave Hammond for Ottawa. Great haul so far...
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25-10-09, 14:11
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This morning we will be off-loading the HUP and storing it for the long drawn out winter...pictures later. Many thanks to Bob for providing the transport, and Grant for providing the slave labour.
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26-10-09, 00:15
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Whodothunk twenty years ago that there would be this thing known as the internet, nor that it would be possible to type a text message on a portable computer while riding in the backseat of a truck full of rebrobates (well, a truck full of enthousiastic old vehicle rebuilders)?
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26-10-09, 00:20
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Technology...
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I take exception to the statement "a truck full of rebrobates ". There were three of us and the truck seats five. The Blackberry is a double edge sword - you can surf neato websites anywhere you get a signal, but it is also an electronic leash where the boss can reach out and reel you in... You will have to make a stop by the barn in the near future (before the snow socks us in) for an update/tour.
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26-10-09, 00:28
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HUP Haul October 2009
Here are some shots of the latest haul:
Dan and yours truly after the load out and having sealed the deal:  The "reprobates":  Another tall load: 
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28-10-09, 21:02
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29-10-09, 03:50
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Better late than never....
Just hate it when work interferes with your MLU activites....
Here are some pics of the last load...... ......for some reason they keep getting bigger and taller.... So far the OPP has been very understanding !!!! 1300 km ......19 hours.... Noticed that the Ford rode on the helper springs with the extra engine, tranny, T case, spare manifoldssss, etc and assorted tools and parts....but having an "Injun" in the back sure helps with the traction. Boob PS... the trucks are guarded by our Hammond steel vulture......which loves to nibble on Furds!!!!
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29-10-09, 23:19
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Oh man, for a moment I thought there were no Hammond updates, but than I reaised I wasn't looking at an old recovery, but a new one! Great stuff!
 What's up next? A clark CA-1 dozer to replace the tractor in the yard? Rob, thanks for the reply on the primer. I still have to find out which options I have here in Holland, but the brand you mentioned does make my search a lot easier. Alex
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29-10-09, 23:46
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That black cab with the rear end of a HUP instead of the normal back of the cab looks familiar... if it's the same one, last time I saw it in 2004 it had snow all around it.
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29-10-09, 23:51
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Bob I finally understand !
Bob , Are you single handed aiming to collect all the CMP trucks ever built and that were issued in Canada or shipped over seas then returned at the end of hostilities?
I thought maybe it was a new Green initiative  , Return them to the plant that built them for End of life recycling, Quite a task but if you carry on collecting them at the current rate of two at a time, Should all be done by the end of 3009, maybe 3010 provided the local traffic police dont get you for overloading or carrying hazardous waste without a licence, [Hazard to your wallet maybe]. Your tow truck should carry a ledgend THE GRIME REAPER, [Yes you read it right GRIME]Have you ever considered restoring a CMP semi and have a nice long deck put on the trailer? collect 4 or more at a time,this should see you finished collecting maybe a 1/4 of a century sooner! On the bright side you are doing a wonderful job with all the CMPS that you are saving from the scrappie and of course I watch with interest the HUP restorations as they are such nice vehicles. Very practical in size and with the climate up in the northern hemisphere practical in summer and winter. Regards to all "Barn wallahs" Stephen  
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30-10-09, 00:32
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30-10-09, 01:20
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Have you notice how many people view this thread?
Hi Bob, Grant, Richard, et al
Have you guys noticed how many views this thread has. Get a couple more viewers and you could have your own reality TV program, but what would you call it: Red Green, no that one has been used CMPS gone wild CMP busters Just kidding but we really need to look in to a web cam for the barn, which would more interesting that most of what is on TV normally. Cheers Phil
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30-10-09, 03:44
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Some Other Suggestions
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The Three Stooges - appropo at 2:30 any given morning; Road Warriors - pity no Aussies kicking around Hammond; The Transporters - no explanation required; The Transformers - my son's input; and Gawddammed Rotters - as were are known by the competition....
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30-10-09, 03:59
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Interesting Engine Markings
Here are the markings found on the HUP Haul engine:
 I've seen only a few inline sixes in the past seven years, but this is the first one I've seen with the GM48 marking...
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30-10-09, 04:53
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To follow up on the thread on engine ID in Softskin....
Hi Rob......
David has nicely clarified the ID of your last block..... a 1948 - 50 216 engine... so the GM 48 is very appropriate...... wonder what David can say about the specific X engine serial number.... TYhis site is a wealth of imformation. Now for the lighter side..... I really like the "GRIME REAPER"...... You guys have to realize that there are 3 of us sickies that are collecting so the hauls are usually shared..... however lately most has been HUP related... Now to help the failing memories.... we are.... Rob .... who is HUPping everything he can find..... working towards every model year of the HUP/W starting with the prototype. Bob... that would be me.... who stubbornly pursues the cab 11 / 12 series even though I can hardly fit in them..... ..and Grant..... we always wanted a government grant..... who focuses on the cab 13 series.... namely the cab 13 radio van and cab 13 tipper..... So stop calling us Richard... Garry ... Doug..... and particularly Louise !!!! I consider myself very lucky to be part of the trio...... the synergy of the group is something to behold..... working alone in the barn is never as much fun as tripping over or helping one another on a weekend. I just wish some of the other MLU members were closer to Ottawa to join us in our crazy venture to corner the CMP market. If we can ever be of any assistance with parts or a hands on visit you need only to ask. It's fun to be insane !!! Boob
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30-10-09, 05:06
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Can I be Frank with You?
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I am sure we got called worse on the last trip with the headlights pointing slightly upwards... As for the Grime Reaper - I'm no fan of that title - reap = death. We breathe new life into these trucks. And to call them Grime, well, that just rankles this CMP lover, but I see the humour... It has been said that one need not be insane to be in this hobby, but our example shows that it surely helps. Just so our readers don't get the wrong idea, the Summer of the HUP was a well-executed campaign that took advantage of local knowledge, exploitation of opportunities that could not be overlooked, and deep pockets. I have been fortunate in my misfortune - that is to say, with me being between contracts, I've had the time to do recces, meet folk and more importantly do the recoveries with Bob and Grant (who are employed). But all parties end - economics will dictate that I go back to work and once again, I will live the lament that I post at the end of each of these missives. That is not to say that there is not room for one more...
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03-11-09, 19:22
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Winter Preparations
This morning started out chilly complete with rain and strong winds. A perfect day to replace the UV damaged tarp that covered my UV damaged shelter roof. This time I used some heavy duty modular tent centers that I got from Greg Wright in Kars - just south of Ottawa.
These mod centers are the rubberized version that replaced the all canvas modular tentage. The rubber does get brittle, but for the price, you will be hard pressed to find a new fabric roof that will last 3-5 years. On that note, I learned that the all canvas mod tentage is getting harder to find. If you are looking for canvas to cover seats, make hip ring pad covers or even hip ring canvas tops, or tents stop in and see Greg. I recommend the rubberized sections for shelter roof replacement. You can PM Greg on this forum for prices and availability, but like all commodities, first come, first served. Interestingly, after I got the replacement roof on, the sun came out...For the eagle-eyed and perfectionists, you may have noticed that the tarp is not on the centre spine of the shelter. You may have noticed that the overlap where the mod tents join is in the lee portion of the shelter roof away from the prevailing winds and rain. 
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03-11-09, 19:28
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For Bob and Grant who lurk on the Forum while at work:
The time has come for us to give the barn a good cleaning out. If we want a useable work area over the winter, the back of the barn will have to be cleared out and parts put away. It would also be a good time to clean out the shed and properly organize it. I propose a barn cleaning party this weekend. I'll even bring the beer!
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04-11-09, 02:57
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Let's start with the beer....
.... then see what happens.....
Need to screw down some of the roofing sheet metal..... requested the long stretch ladder from Grant.... alos have a leak near the chimney I noticed last Saturday.... Sunday may be the best day with some sunshine..... I need to start cutting down trees for next Winter firewood.... if weather hold out will take Monday and Tuesday off for lumberjacking!!! Bob
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09-11-09, 21:53
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09-11-09, 23:50
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If Bob hadn't seen it I had. Now Bob and I will have to negotiate to see who bids on behalf of the rotters. The same seller also has a Ford on the go, not as useful as a Chev to us, but still some common parts, or for resale to Ford addicts.
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10-11-09, 00:11
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It was a full weekend at the barn. Saturday saw Bob and Grant mounting tires (Michelins) to 16 in rims. They seemed to fit quite nicely. They also took time to do some much needed roof repairs to the barn. it is good to see Bob getting high up in the world.
Sunday, I joined the fray. In fact, we had a full house with the arrival of Guy Vapeur - who was sporting some type of flu (normally we would suspect the 24 hrs Molson flu, but Guy is not a drinker). Grant and I kept our distance from him just in case...The rest of the morning involved sandblasting (Grant at the cabinet), parts shuffling (out with the old parts - to the shed) and frame wrangling. After lunch, Bob, Grant and I started the process of stocking the woodpile for next fall. We ventured into Bob's back 40 acres and took out trees that were rotting or leaning over the the boundry fence. After a few hours of that fun, we retired to the barn for a beer. It wasn't hard to get to sleep last night... Monday. We were down to two of us. Bob and I headed back into the woods to harvest more logs for firewood. We spent the day cutting down trees, retrieving logs and ferrying them back to the woodpile. It was 16oC today - pleasant at most times, but hot when you are working the chains over rough country. I called it quits at 3 PM and headed for home to start my honeydo list. If I get through most of the list by noon tomorrow, I'll pop out to see if Bob wants some more help. Lord and master surveying the "harvest":  More of the harvest: 
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10-11-09, 02:25
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Wow Bob you property sean to have a lot of military vehicle  Do you have more pic of the tresor land 
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10-11-09, 04:00
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HI Eric......
We decided it was cheaper to raise our own.... they have been mutiplying and we also have a smaller herd in the other field....... will need to take some more pictures we now have 3 rows of them...... ....and still looking for bargains..... Bob
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Thanks for the lead Paul....
Grant and I will be looking into the Chev at least...... the Ford seems to have some sheet metal modification to the roof line at the windshield......
If any one is interested in the Ford we can pick up and store for you in Hammond's CMP cemetery..... Boob
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The wagon lines/Vehicle park/Compound/Assembly area/Motor pool/Spare parts storage/Parking lot/Robbing stock/Cannibalization yard. There is one exception - the Ford is so low on the restoration list now (due to infux of HUPs) it smells like whale crap. One good offer and it's gone...
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