fuel tank, selector valve and remote for MKII Carrier

[Lynn Eades]

The 3 position valves are: left-both-right. (or for the other hemishere, right- both-left) As I recall from a manual or hand book, it was frowned upon to use the both position.

[Robert Bergeron]

Left-both-right or right- both -left depending on the hemisphere. Thanks David , Rob and Lynn. Makes quite a lot of sense . In aviation, they have both systems : 1- Left-both-right -off 2- Left-Right-Off. I have seen and met many pilots running out of gas and have an engine quit and force land with a full tank after forgetting to switch tanks with the second system . Now some planes are very sensitive to weight imbalance in the wing tanks and it makes sense to burn the fuel alternatively from one tank to the other but in a Carrier ? I would leave it on both and measure the tanks with the level stick once a day . Now what about the overflow can ? I know it goes under the crew seat in the rear compartment right behind the gunner’s seat because i read all the posts on the subject. But how is the can bolted down ? Anybody know the answer ? Many thanks . Cheers , Bob

[Ron Pier]

I also installed a new change over valve from LWD. Fortunately for me, the whole rod and lever were still in place. My overflow tank rotted out, so I had a new one copied in Stainless steel, But I've forgotten how it is fixed. I can't find a picture on file. I'll take a reminder look later but probably Michael R will have a drawing......I haven't found one in my manuals yet. Ron

[Michael R.]

Your radiator recovery- overflow can is the correct overall size, however; it is not the correct mounting bracket for the carrier installation. I believe there are some plumbing attachment considerations to be repositioned as well. I will look for some images to clarify.

[RichardT10829]

need one of those cans for my Mk2 too. if I had a pattern I could make many

[Robert Bergeron]

Thanks Ron, Michael and Richard. I found the holes in the division plate for the special brackets . Michael provided nice details on the mounting of the MKII specific can . It is very similar to the standard Ford CMP overflow can but with different attachment points and bracket. Mine is a standard Ford can so i will have to work on it to make it fit but with the info provided again by Michael it will be relatively easy. Richie , maybe Ron could provide you with access to his «* can*» ? Can he ? Cheers. Bob. UPDATE : Epay just notified me that the MKII Carrier fuel tank i bought from a nice gentleman Carrier restorer in Arizona was delivered to my brother in law in New England USA. I guess i am going on a roadtrip to Maine soon ... well as soon as i am on leave ! Can’t wait to see my tank - her , i mean my brother in law !

[Robert Bergeron]

Hi , got my bracket back from the welder/ fabricator . Primed and painted . Found proper lenght temporary bolts. Found proper temporary brass fittings . Located the holes in the back plate . Drilled the holes in the newly made bracket . Installed same with valve . Connected selector arm with temporary wire to valve handle . Tested the selector handle in the driver compartment and the valve handle moves up and down ( last 2 pictures ) ! Victory . This one is for you Stephan Leegwater ! Q : What kinda bolt , sleeve or whatever should i use to connect the arm coming from the bottom of the Carrier to the valve handle. I have a picture from the parts manuel but it’s so small that i can’t make it out . ANSWER FOUND : A Clevis pin and cotter pin . Thanks Michael R