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Old 31-08-14, 03:09
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Default Possibly Robert

I think you're right Robert, but the telltale marks and bolt holes may indicate another use.

I'm not sure, but it may have been a fold down bench seat the length of the side.

People may be wondering why this truck has full steel body?

This body was fitted to this truck in 1944 as its original configuration was as a 2 pounder anti tank portee.

In answer to your question earlier Alex - tail gate has been obtained from Ashley Wilson at Yass and repaired by Andy Fulton. Many thanks to both of you lads.

Photo's also show that Clevo seems to find his new Kennel quite acceptable.
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Old 31-08-14, 04:31
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Default Portee

Hi Tony.

Just wanted to know if all 2 pounder anti tank portees came with the same steel floor yours has? Your truck looks great mate, hope you find a drivers door soon.
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Old 31-08-14, 05:41
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Gday Shane,

The two pounder body is a totally different body altogether, including the floor.

Back of this truck would have been stripped to the chassis and then this back (including tray floor) was then fitted.
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Old 07-09-14, 03:29
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Took the old girl to another local show after being invited to go.

Back is not finished yet. Sides needed a bit of heating in places and tailgate is presenting a few challenges as well.

Anyhoo, hinges are back on the rear for the first time in about 50 years. So I took a couple of quick crappy photo's.
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Old 11-10-14, 01:23
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After much stuffing around....Ta Dah!!!
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Old 11-10-14, 02:19
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Looks good Tony, Clevo will need a step ladder now.
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Old 11-10-14, 03:32
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Default Beautiful Tony.....

....just love that drop side cargo box.....

???? on the pass. side under the floor.... above runing board... is that the rad. expension tank for the cab 12...?

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