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A little more work done to truck #5314. The added parts were missing from this truck, but thanks to truck #3194, things are becoming more complete.
Before/After
They don't even make that big of a bang. We always had a lot of them that were duds when I was in the service. Some didn't open that far even when they did fire. I wouldn't worry about that one hurting anyone, but make your own decision. That is just me.
I got mine here since they had the best price at the time. Maybe there are cheaper ones but I am not sure.
http://www.eriksmilitarysurplus.com/rekitform55t.html
Just don't chew on it or hit the primer with anything while you are holding it in your hand and you will be fine. There is little to no chance it will go off by itself.
Plowboy...I pulled those panels for you today. They need a little wire wheeling, paint and some weatherstripping, but are otherwise in good shape. I'll be working on the shipping this week.
I checked with Memphis and you will need the "L type" weatherstripping. They sell it in 5 ft rolls.
I think the blue is a civilian thing as well, but I sure could be wrong.
This is one of my parts trucks that I pulled out of the woods a few years ago. It is serial number 3194 and registration number 41122836.
No. I've not found a source for those other than at some of the major surplus parts dealers. I believe there are some Anco wipers and arms that people have used as an upgrade.
Not that I am aware of. I did not notice that it ate anything away, but it sure penetrated some rust that had been there a long time caused by corrosive blackpowder. That was on an original US Model 1861 Springfield.
I would check with McMaster-Carr for that bolt if you haven't already found some.
For the stuck engine, if what you have in there shows no sign of working, I would try Kroil. I've used it to free 150 year old seized gun parts with success. Pretty sure your truck hasn't been stuck that long...
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