MK 2 carrier jack.

[Ben]

Hi Ron

There are two types of 4 ton jacks that fit that (British) pattern. The first and it seems the more common is the type you have got. On a carrier I believe the handle is in three pieces and this comes apart and is stored in the boxes on the rear deck, there's a strap for stopping them coming out. There's also a cap that fits on the top section, I've attached a picture of what I believe to be a complete carrier set up.

There is a second type that has the same base dimensions, operating procedure etc but is an entirely different shape. This type has a folding top rather than one that slides off. My one shown below is 1/43 dated and has a slightly different handle fixing, I'm not sure about this specific handle set up.

I have seen period pictures of both types stowed on carriers, the second one seems to be the standard type seen stowed on the wing in period photos of Dingos (the manual shows another type!!) the Chilwell carrier workshop manual shows the second type used whilst explaining how to jack and remove the suspension on a carrier.

Yours looks like a good find, you need to look out for a handle and top to complete it for the carrier. Mine is not dated but I've seen them dated into the 60's

Hope that helps

Ben

[Ron Pier]

Thanks Ben. That is exactly the information/picture I need. I'm now looking for that thee part handle.....Or more likely have to get them made. Ron

[Ben]

Ron.

Beaulieu auto jumble..............

Ben

[Ron Pier]

Well I'll be ensconced on my stall at the Netley bike jumble Ben. If you go to Beaulieu and see anything....Please grab it for me. Ron

[Lynn Eades]

Ron, Mine is exactly as per Ben's first picture.
If you happen to find a one piece extension (it will be shorter than the over all length of the two piece) I'm interested.

[Ben]

I'll keep an eye out Ron. Unfortunately I can't make beaulieu this year.

[Phillip]

Ben,

The three piece jack handle is exactly the same as that found in the CES for the Ferret (although the jack is different). I might be so bold as to suggest that the handle may be used in other 1950's era vehicles - try Marcus Glen or similar.

Regards