Radiator cover TL3473

[Michael R.]

Could someone please share some details in Chilwell 63/90: . . . 'Instructions to Guide the Preparation of Carriers Universal . . . for Sub-Zero Operations . . .'


I am looking for detail on the sliding lower engine covers that can close off the area beside the fuel tanks. Nigel W. in UC VOL II at page 276 reports on the blanking board as well as the British MK-II and MK-II MMG carrier modifications to the deflector, as well as the canvas 'muff' over the ventilation screen.

Perhaps a cold weather operations modifications guide exists in the Canadian Bulletins ?

[Mike Gurr]

Resurrecting an old thread with a new question. Does anyone have the correct size for the blanking board on a Canadian No2 MK2*. I have what appears to be the original board but it also seems to be slightly too short. I have all the correct fixtures in the Carrier hull but the board does not reach the floor fittings when in the carried position and when mounted in front of the radiator it looks too short. Mine measures 22" tall buy 11 3/4" wide and 3/8" thick plywood. My guess is that for some unknown reason approx 1" has been cut off the top of the board.

[Ron Pier]

I'll measure mine in the morning Mike. Ron

[Ron Pier]

Picture. Ron

[Ron Pier]

Mine is 23" tall and 11" wide with one hole in the top corner. Ron

[Mike Gurr]

Thanks Ron, it looks like my guess was correct and 1" has been cut off the top.

[Ron Pier]

Joinery skills to the fore! Ron