Question about Cab 12 Chevrolet FAT

[Niels V]

Here are a couple of better pictures of the axle

[Keith Webb]

In my understanding the front axles for 3 ton payload CMPs were all the lighter (4 7/8") type until the 6" steering ends were introduced sometime in 1942. So the axle shown is correct for your vehicle. The brake drums for the 6" type were a lot wider.
The 4 7/8" type steering ends were then used only on the lighter 15CWT and 30CWT models.

[Phil Waterman]

Hi Niels

The photos and comment are confirming that the axle and brakes are the same or nearly the same as the front axle on my 1941 Pattern 12 Chev 3 ton.

So for more photos of the axles go over to my web site http://canadianmilitarypattern.com/ and look at the section on Pattern 12 or jump directly to the axle page http://canadianmilitarypattern.com/P...eRemoveal.html Remember to click on the pictures if you want a larger picture. If you need more detail on any of the photos just post your question and which photo. I'll be glad to post a larger higher resolution link.

I've been able to find most of the brake parts, the only thing I really have not looked for is brake shoes, but there is a photo of the basic dimensions for the front and rear axles shoes.

Cheers Phil

[Niels V]

Thanks
I will study it

[Niels V]

Finally the export documents cleared and I could collect my newly acquired Chevrolet cab 12 GT.
It is fitted with a post war chevrolet engine, ist running and driving nicely but no brakes (there is nothing inside the front drums...)

[Keith Webb]

She's beautiful Niels!

[Alex van de Wetering]

She's beautiful Niels!

Definately! lovely project Niels. Even though part of the rear has been cut, the remaining portion seems to be pretty straight.
Alex