Daimler Ferret Restoration - Canadian Service

[Neil Smith]

I've been distracted for the last few weeks, earning a living is getting in the way of my restoration

However, I have made some progress on the engine. It would not turn when removed but after some gentle persuasion with "Marvel Mystery Oil" and a lot of patience I have it turning over by hand and the compression in all cylinders is good. I thought I'd show you a picture of the engine test bed that I have made.

Now I've decided to use the switchboard and instrument cluster with the test bed. So the second picture is of the stand in which they will sit along with the batteries and fuel tank. My intention is to be able to run the complete unit out of the ferret so that I can test all the systems and address leaks prior to installation. Robin, you can see the engine lifting bar lying on top of the engine.