VICKERS MK6B's resto

[Ryan]

Just a couple of random pics, unusual views. Top of turret and open engine covers.

[Ryan]

Destroyed Vickers tanks but showing open covers.

[colin jones]

Hi David, I was doing an inspection yesterday of another sump I have to determine if I have enough space to make a larger squat type reservoir under the oil system and I am pretty sure I do so the existing system will be able to remain. As far as a blue flame engine in concerned, as much as more HP would be nice, I don't think it is of major importance. As long as the specifications are as close to the original as I can get it and it works well, I will be a happy vegemite. I have inspected the clutch set up and know that I need to change the spigot/pilot bearing and either find a clutch plate with the correct spline centre, get one made or change the centre myself. Just as a general observation I don't foresee any big problems in marrying the two together.
I will post photos of my progress as usual and hopefully should not take too long. I still have to get some drive parts made that is way beyond my abilities.


Ryan, thanks for the photos. I feel for the poor buggers inside those tanks. Not much protection I'm afraid. There's a drive sprocket and hub in the bottom photo I would love to have.

[colin jones]

I am doing a dry run of the trans and final drive to make sure everything fits as it should, turns as it should and to get a final distance to the engine spigot/pilot bearing as I need to make an adapter plate between the trans and the bell housing.

[colin jones]

I am really happy that it fits great and every thing turns without hitting so the clearances are good. The brass speedo turns with the gears and the bevel gears mesh with little to no play.

[colin jones]

What a wonderful compact design these are. You have to hand it to the designers 80-90 years ago. As I am using the chev clutch and the Wilson gear box, I didn't think the clutch plate would be a perfect match as it's a different diameter and the spline centre also different but I was ever so lucky to find a brand new replacement and a replacement spigot as well.

[Big D]

Outstanding Colin!