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“The most original WD16H” being
rebuilt. (1st edition, 25.9.07)
On these pages the progress of the
restoration of W4261 by Richard Payne will be followed.
Hopefully it is an inspirations for others.
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After three years of research
and collecting parts, W4261 is now dismantled for restoration. This has
enabled a better look at the probable fragmentation damage and exposed
areas of unfaded colour for matching.
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The forks have been to Jake
Robbins (formerly Elk) for straightening as they were bent and twisted.
He also made two new spindles as despite little use, they were scoured
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The painted parts have been examined by author Mike Starmer and the
original finish confirmed as Khaki Green No. 3 but the overpainted areas
are lighter than the Dark Green often referred to and may be a local
mix. The Royal Engineers Arm of Service marking is indeed cobalt blue
and the number has been painted in the early bright yellow Gas-detector
paint as suspected. |
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The camouflaged areas have now been measured and documented |
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The engine while being rebuilt. Used cleaner and a bit of elbow
grease. Shines a bit too much, but will get its intended "patina" soon
by itself. The blueish glow near the head gasket is a reflection from
the flashlight. The gasket is installed dry as it should be.
Note the KLG KS5 spark plug! |
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