VICKERS MK6B's resto

[colin jones]

Hi David, sorry I posted so quick but I didn't think I would have sorted my problem so soon. Just to confirm though, the sump is still in the exact same rotation and configuration. What I have done is shorten the depth of the deep end and increase the depth on the low end which gave me more volume of oil in total by probably a litre. I do have the original oil cooler to connect to as well. The pick up was shortened by about 50mm. This should have fixed the problem and I will find out today when I do another trial fit.
Thankyou everyone for your help.
Colin.

[colin jones]

I have made and fitted the two new engine mounts which are made on the same principal as the original. The drive train fits like a glove.

[David Dunlop]

Exciting times, Colin!

David

[colin jones]

Yes David, it's getting cccccloser.

[colin jones]

Having only one drive hub I am attempting to fabricate another. As far as I know, the missing one is on the Vickers at Duxford. Anyway! I cut some supports so it retains the flat surface while bending. I know I won't get the exact shape but somewhere acceptable. I drilled through all three sections to stop it from pulling in when under pressure.

[colin jones]

I am going to fabricate the bearing housings, weld and machine the excess off after completion. I need two more for the other tank but will wait until I decide what type of drive system will be suitable. after I weld in the boss, I will be able to lathe the outside perimeter down to size. The holes that are in the dish at the moment will be machined off and new holes put in the correct locations.

[colin jones]

Almost finished the drive hub. I just need to drill the perimeter holes, face off the plate edge and make the bearing spacer that fits in between the two bearings but I will wait until I get my new ones. I sure will be disappointed if this tank doesn't drive after all this work But I do have plenty of confidence she'll work.