sparrow legs Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 heres my finished tyre van at work, didnt make a hiab for it as it proved too hard in the end, dont know weather to sign write it, i think it looks good plain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JC Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 That looks good as it is.... I see you even have the obligatory "Marky chep pallet" on there too!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike R Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 Hey that looks good a great idea converting a ford trany Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanvics71 Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 looks good m8 just apitty you done it in ATS colours what ETA did they give to come out round here they always give between 4 and 5 hours as they cannot get staff hehe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tractorman810 Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 i know the feeling mate,we use them at work if we gat a flat, reported mine a while bak,got told no probs where was i wembury devon,just outside plymouth ok be with you in a hour or so after 2 hrs i was still there so rang up,,yeah hes left the yard,we will get him to ring you 5 mins later he rings,where are you guv,been driving round the wembly ring road for at leats an hour now why i am in wembury devon quick as a flash he came back,no way i can do that in an hour mate,will call you back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tanvics71 Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 thats the fun when ringing there bcc call centre full of idiots that know sweet fa we do loads of work for them when you get on site its all ways the say 'how long ya been waiting m8' answers always the say 4 or 5 hours and thats roadside ffs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJB1 Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 yeah i waited at portway industrial estate in andover for 3 hrs before the bloke finaly phoned me to ask exactly where i was , turned out he was looking for me in portbury ,bristol \ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich.new holland Posted March 6, 2006 Share Posted March 6, 2006 very nice but what is the yellow block for on the back rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MODELFARMER Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 tool box??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere-est Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Looks very smart with a few chocs, trolley jack etc around it. Excellent piece to have on every layout Sparrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJB1 Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 jack the suspension up & he could have a county mod transit for field repairs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich.new holland Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 thanks ,they normally have vans down by me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FB Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 nice work sparrow legs, looks better now its complete. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow legs Posted March 7, 2006 Author Share Posted March 7, 2006 rich.newholand, yes its a toolbox all the HTS vans near us use flat backs and put big tool lockers on the back as they move agri tyres that wont fit inside a van. they have just done a 7.5 ton merc in the same way with a hiab on it for earthmovers on the docks and quarrys etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Ferguson Posted March 7, 2006 Share Posted March 7, 2006 Great looking piece of kit SL - the jack and blocks of wood really make a difference - very authentic indeed - I would like one of those for my layout... in fact why not send me yours as a gift :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow legs Posted March 8, 2006 Author Share Posted March 8, 2006 markey, im off to see DT this week so if i can get a transit i will make you one, i aint a jack or compressor but i will make do, its the least i can do for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere-est Posted March 8, 2006 Share Posted March 8, 2006 rich.newholand, yes its a toolbox all the HTS vans near us use flat backs and put big tool lockers on the back as they move agri tyres that wont fit inside a van. they have just done a 7.5 ton merc in the same way with a hiab on it for earthmovers on the docks and quarrys etc. You should have a go at one of these SL, use the Britains RSPCA Iveco cut down? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Ferguson Posted March 8, 2006 Share Posted March 8, 2006 markey, im off to see DT this week so if i can get a transit i will make you one, i aint a jack or compressor but i will make do, its the least i can do for you. That's very kind of you SL - but I'm happy to get a tranny myself and have a go mate - it's all part of the fun - at least I have your shining example to copy now - that makes things a little easier - but a big thanks all the same Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparrow legs Posted March 8, 2006 Author Share Posted March 8, 2006 deer est, i want to have ago at making one but cant get a iveco to base it on, DT had one but someone beat me to the post to get it, G&M want ?18 for one and i dont think its worth it at that price. seee if any turn up at spalding. markey, are you sure about the van as i got hold of one today, dont worrie as i can still make it and will then put it on ebay if not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Ferguson Posted March 8, 2006 Share Posted March 8, 2006 deer est, i want to have ago at making one but cant get a iveco to base it on, DT had one but someone beat me to the post to get it, G&M want ?18 for one and i dont think its worth it at that price. seee if any turn up at spalding. markey, are you sure about the van as i got hold of one today, dont worrie as i can still make it and will then put it on ebay if not I'll PM you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere-est Posted March 9, 2006 Share Posted March 9, 2006 That's very kind of you SL - but I'm happy to get a tranny myself and have a go mate - it's all part of the fun - at least I have your shining example to copy now - that makes things a little easier - but a big thanks all the same I take it you'll be wanting my number then Sweetcheeks?!! * Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FB Posted March 9, 2006 Share Posted March 9, 2006 I take it you'll be wanting my number then Sweetcheeks?!! * :D :D .... he walked into that one Tris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deere-est Posted March 9, 2006 Share Posted March 9, 2006 He well and truelly left that wide open eh Ben. You really think he'd learn by now!! Sparrow, try farmmodels.co.uk as they have unboxed bits and bobs floating around. It will be worth emailing Karen and asking. She's very helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Ferguson Posted March 9, 2006 Share Posted March 9, 2006 :D :D .... he walked into that one Tris I really don't believe I did that - what a lead in hey Tris... seriously though... PM me anytime with your number :D 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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