VICKERS MK6B's resto

[colin jones]

Hi Dennis, I was aware of that one in Canada and it certainly looks to be quite original too. Mine is actually a MKV1A and the one there is a MKV1B. There would not be very much difference between them apart from the front engine covers. As far as I know about the MKV1A/B's left in the world, there are two in the UK, one in the US three in Australia and a wreck in Egypt. There might be another wreck somewhere. I think Canada only had a handful so they are very lucky they still have an example left. I just noticed in the pictures that the tracks were very loose and I can see why. They have assembled the rear bogies opposite way around and have concealed the tensioner brackets. Also the rear wheels are facing the wrong way as well. I don't know how they could have missed that during rebuild but I'm sure they would be well aware of it. I'm glad you are enjoying this thread.
Colin.

[Dennis Cardy]

Hi Colin,
Thanks for your prompt reply.

That's an interesting comment about the track and suspension.
I live out in British Columbia and am just visiting family and friends in Ontario.

Perhaps someone on the forum who is more knowledgable about the situation could provide some helpful insite.

Dennis.

[colin jones]

All my small componentry is now together. One set of wheels is away getting blasted and nice new rubber. I now need to concentrate on the bogie units to sand blast them and reassemble ready for the wheels.
I know they are all lined up but that's how I keep tabs on what I need. I'd keep my children lined up if they'd stay there!

[Dave lean]

After reading through some of the replies since my OCD comments, I think some have misunderstood my humour. The point I was making is in the last part of my comment.. "Vickers Tanks all lined up". Let me know lads if this needs further explanation?
I'll catch up with you tomorrow Col.

[David Dunlop]

Colin.

Purely a neophyte curiosity question.

Leaf springs that have sagged and failed over time can be re-arched. Can coil springs which have similarly failed over time be restored in any way at a shop? Just wondering what sort of options (if any) might be available to you with your two suspension sets.

David

[colin jones]

Hi David, I'm sure they can be re tensioned. I am however, quite fortunate to have some NOS spring sets to replace any that are beyond use. Should they need to of course but as these tanks will never be fully loaded for war conditions I won't be as critical, but I do want them to sit level though. I am going to make some spring compressors that will give me some indication what they are like.
Colin.

[David Dunlop]

Good to know, Colin. I don't want to see you porpoising down the road when out for a simple Sunday morning drive one day. One could spill a lot of very fine coffee that way.

David