Tandem trailer database questions
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Tandem trailer database questions
Gentlemen/moderators
May I just pose the question as to how many of us G ers have genuine tandem trailers ? I would be interested to see how many survive ?
My bantam ACM B50604 is a tandem modified trailer and wS reputedly a generator trailer assigned to the 486th BG Sudbury England in 1944-45
How many have tandem trailers ?
Regards
Lloyd
May I just pose the question as to how many of us G ers have genuine tandem trailers ? I would be interested to see how many survive ?
My bantam ACM B50604 is a tandem modified trailer and wS reputedly a generator trailer assigned to the 486th BG Sudbury England in 1944-45
How many have tandem trailers ?
Regards
Lloyd
1942 Willys MB (Script).Chassis #MB 132051. Named "CONNIE"
1943 Bantam T-3 (Tandem)Trailer..ACM # B50604
1944 RL-35 Johnston Lawnmowers Reel Cart
1944 WC54 Dodge Ambulance "Florence"
1943 Bantam T-3 (Tandem)Trailer..ACM # B50604
1944 RL-35 Johnston Lawnmowers Reel Cart
1944 WC54 Dodge Ambulance "Florence"
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Re: Tandem trailer database questions
Mine had the pintle and two braces and a socket box on the rear when I got it so I restored it that way:
Paulie's trailer?
My trailer
??? Trailer (Bill's ?)
Here is the socket box and harness before I added the reflector on that side:
Back in the day....at Tower Park.
That is Bill Hollinger and his MBPaulie's trailer?
My trailer
??? Trailer (Bill's ?)
Chuck Lutz
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
- Bill H.
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Re: Tandem trailer database questions
Yes, my trailer in the rear with my son Jeff and the late Marc Open.
Bill H.
"Each shall seek his own kind, in other words, a bird may love a fish but where would they build a home together?" Tevye, Fiddler on the Roof
1952 Dunbar Kapple M100
1953 Willys M38A1
1962 AMC M422A1
1965 Stevens M416B1 X 2
1967 Kaiser M715
2 Timothy 3:1-5
"Each shall seek his own kind, in other words, a bird may love a fish but where would they build a home together?" Tevye, Fiddler on the Roof
1952 Dunbar Kapple M100
1953 Willys M38A1
1962 AMC M422A1
1965 Stevens M416B1 X 2
1967 Kaiser M715
2 Timothy 3:1-5
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Re: Tandem trailer database questions
When fitting a pintle hook to a trailer, the bracing that is fitted into the chassis/frame has the 1/2" bolts holding it on at the pintle hook end, what size bolt is used at the other end ?
Thanks Brett
Thanks Brett
1942 WC-56
MkII, Shanks's Pony
MBT Restored No ACM #
43 Bantam Restored ACM # 64130
Steel Ben Hur Trailer
MkII, Shanks's Pony
MBT Restored No ACM #
43 Bantam Restored ACM # 64130
Steel Ben Hur Trailer
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Re: Tandem trailer database questions
I believe they are 7/16 NF but Chuck can tell you for sure.
Bill H.
"Each shall seek his own kind, in other words, a bird may love a fish but where would they build a home together?" Tevye, Fiddler on the Roof
1952 Dunbar Kapple M100
1953 Willys M38A1
1962 AMC M422A1
1965 Stevens M416B1 X 2
1967 Kaiser M715
2 Timothy 3:1-5
"Each shall seek his own kind, in other words, a bird may love a fish but where would they build a home together?" Tevye, Fiddler on the Roof
1952 Dunbar Kapple M100
1953 Willys M38A1
1962 AMC M422A1
1965 Stevens M416B1 X 2
1967 Kaiser M715
2 Timothy 3:1-5
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I'd like to help ya Brett, but we are getting another 2-4 inches of rain today and I'm not too keen on uncovering my trailer to measure the bolts. Suffice it to say, if you can dry-fit 1/2" bolts through the brackets where they are attached to each side of frame then use 'em. The length should be what it takes to pass through the frame with a flat washer on the bolt, then add a lockwasher on the bolt and a hex nut. You should have two or three threads exposed past the nut. NF or Coarse threads? Up to you, but probably coarse I guess. I think that is what my trailer has.
A little trial and error will get you what you need. Unless the bolt Nazi's come to check out your trailer you are good to go.
Remember this is a field expedient mod so some latitude on the bolt size/threads is okay here....
Anyone have the packing list they can post for the tandem trailer equipment? That would be what the "book" says....
A little trial and error will get you what you need. Unless the bolt Nazi's come to check out your trailer you are good to go.
Remember this is a field expedient mod so some latitude on the bolt size/threads is okay here....
Anyone have the packing list they can post for the tandem trailer equipment? That would be what the "book" says....
Chuck Lutz
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
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I'll gladly take you some pictures of my tandem trailer no problem.PM me your email I'll shoot them to you tomorrow
Regards
Lloyd
Regards
Lloyd
1942 Willys MB (Script).Chassis #MB 132051. Named "CONNIE"
1943 Bantam T-3 (Tandem)Trailer..ACM # B50604
1944 RL-35 Johnston Lawnmowers Reel Cart
1944 WC54 Dodge Ambulance "Florence"
1943 Bantam T-3 (Tandem)Trailer..ACM # B50604
1944 RL-35 Johnston Lawnmowers Reel Cart
1944 WC54 Dodge Ambulance "Florence"
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Re: Tandem trailer database questions
Would anyone be able to post the socket box dimensions, please.
Brett
Brett
1942 WC-56
MkII, Shanks's Pony
MBT Restored No ACM #
43 Bantam Restored ACM # 64130
Steel Ben Hur Trailer
MkII, Shanks's Pony
MBT Restored No ACM #
43 Bantam Restored ACM # 64130
Steel Ben Hur Trailer
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J - E - E - P - D - R - A - W
Chuck Lutz
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
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Re: Tandem trailer database questions
have we ever confirmed or denied that the US Forces used tandem trailers?
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Rumor has it that a "refit kit" was available so I would take that as a YES. Take a look at AAW for more on the tandem setup.
Chuck Lutz
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
GPW 17963 4/24/42 Chester, PA. USA 20113473 (USA est./Tom W.)
Bantam T3-C 1947
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I'm familiar with the setup. Just would like some maybe pictures?Chuck Lutz wrote:Rumor has it that a "refit kit" was available so I would take that as a YES. Take a look at AAW for more on the tandem setup.
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