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The e—Newsletter
April 2016
Our 25th Year
Volume 171
What are you viewing through your windscreen - Vernon Dates?
Snapped by Vernon Dates young fella at last years
Jeep Jamboree—something you don’t see often
through your windscreen! Jeeps racing around
Mount Panorama. Well, doing the speed limit
anyway, which could be pretty hairy in an old
banger especially going down the other side!
PRESIDENT
Cliff Bambridge—[email protected]
EDITOR and MEMBERSHIP
Mitch Holland—[email protected]
STATEMENT and FINE PRINT Information
World War 2 Jeeps NSW is NOT a formal Motor Vehicle Club, but more an “Association” of
WW2 Jeep enthusiasts, bonded together by this e—newsletter. It’s sole intention is to share
information about their vehicles, future displays, trips and events. It was founded in 1991 by
the late Peter Walker in an effort to bring together genuine users of the legendary Jeep.
Contact can be made with the current “Committee” as per the email addresses on the cover.
Joining information for new members is, a sense of participation and contribution to the
Association for your benefit and that of others, your email address for sending of the
newsletter, (this can be of a family member or friend if you don't have one—Don’t forget to
tell them!), a good colour picture of your Jeep along with a few words of your Jeep related
history, so we can introduce you via a “Member Profile”. If you have any Jeep related
restoration talents, please let us know and whether you are prepared to offer any advice to
fellow members. If you really like what we do, then a “Donation” towards our HQ development.
Members, their relatives, friends or guests are reminded that some Four Wheel Drive
activities, events or trips notified herein, can be extremely dangerous. Participation in any
activity, event or trip is entirely up to the individuals discretion and that no responsibility,
what so ever, can be held against any land holder, group or individual, for what ever situation
that may arise, in travelling to or from or during the course of that activity, event or trip.
If we are participating in an activity, event or trip organised by others outside of the
Association, we do so as a group of individuals at their invitation. Prior contact with the person
organising any particular activity, event or trip advertised herein is mandatory, to avail
yourself with the most up to date and correct information, as dates and itinerary can change
due to unforeseen circumstances.
Finally, views expressed in our newsletter are also individual and do not necessarily reflect the
Association as a whole. Membership lists forwarded from time to time are for the benefit of
those listed for contact purposes amongst each other only and are not intended for
dissemination to third parties or to be used for soliciting of unrequested services and or
advertising material.
The image of the Jeep below under the banner “Keeping The Legend Alive” and on the front
cover is from an original drawing by Krystii Melaine and is used with permission.
Prints on quality art paper, ready for framing are available by contacting Krystii at
[email protected]
Dedicated to wearing out yesterdays legend,
today for some bugger to preserve tomorrow!
Deb, reports on their adventures—”Don't know whether
you would want to include in newsletter? Dodge Weapo’
Carrier spotted at Port Augusta. Also hungry boy, Cliffy
tucking into a Mrs Mac pie at Fowlers Bay in SA. Trip is
going well. Travelling towards Margaret River region.
Cliff may be re-cultured with a “winery tour”.
Don't hold out much hope!
Bazza’s Say....
Greetings to you all, Mitch prompted me to “have ago”
and although its more of a New Members Profile, than a
“Say” on any particular subject, I would like to tell you about my affair with
Horatio H B.
I saw my first Jeep in the early forties. During WW2 the American
Army had a base in a Nursing Home not far from our house and there
was a continual movement of vehicles to and from the base and that
was my first contact with Jeeps. I remember telling my mates that one
day I will have one of those. It was 1983 before that happened.
The previous owner had started restoration but due to a medical problem he could not proceed with it. The motor, gearbox, diffs etc had
been finished and fitted to the chassis but the body was a different story. Work had started on it but it was full of bog and after sandblasting
the real condition was revealed. Several panels needed to be replaced.
The rest of the trailer full of bits and pieces, I learned later that the
motor and chassis was Willys and the body from a Ford.
Due to family commitments, I didn’t start my restoration until I retired in 1991. Work continued at a
steady pace with advice and guidance from Max and Neil Goodridge. In early 1995 I applied to go on the
“Back to the Track” trip to Darwin, so I had to apply some “giddy up” to the project. Unfortunately about
a month before departure, I had a ladder accident and fractured my right heal bone. The closest I got to
Darwin was to wave goodbye to the Sydney Group as they left Nazareth House heading to Central Railway to load the vehicles onto the train, but at least the Jeep was finished and registration was done. (Only
after a very detailed inspection by two DMR inspectors prior to the blue slip inspection.)
The only use it got was to attend local parades until 2000, when I attended the Jeep Diamond Jubilee in
Tamworth where I was awarded 3rd prize for the “Most Sensibly Modified Jeep”
…….. Continued on Page 10.
Bazza
MARATHON SPARE PARTS CO.
Established 40 plus years.
Jeep specialists in Army Models GPW & MB
Website: www.marathonspares.com.au
[email protected]
Contact Neil Goodridge on phone (02) 6762 8666,
Fax (02) 6762 8777 or Mobile (0411) 864 988
4 In Street (PO Box W686),
West Tamworth NSW 2340
Jeep News No.171 April 2016 - Page 3
STANDING
ORDERS
THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT BIT OF
YOUR “NEWS” - Read it and act! No use having a
Jeep tucked away in the shed if you don't use it!!
REMEMBER THE SLOGAN!!!
STICK THIS ON YOUR BED HEAD
IRONFEST– 15—17 April Lithgow
Lithgow Living History, Ausreenact and
AAVA have booked in for a huge live show
in the main showground arena.
ANZAC DAY—Everywhere! SEND PICS
Wings over Illawarra - 30 Apr to 1 May
See www.wingsoverillawarra.com.au
YOU WILL NEED TO REGISTER.
MARATHON AUCTION - Sat 7 May
Tamworth Showground 10:30am
350 lots, See advert last edition for details.
Search Light Night - 28 May. Register
your interest to Jan, mobile 0417 215 513
Classic Not Plastic - 10 to 13 June.
Gloucester Tops Riverside Caravan Park
[email protected]
Military Muster - 16 & 17 July at the
Menangle Steam Museum.
Russ Johnson (0438) 130 641 for info.
JEEP 75th ANNIVERSARY 2016
And Jeep Show - 1 & 2 Oct in Bendigo
Victoria. Full Details in Jeep Action Mag.
Subscribe to www.jeepaction.com.au
Tell ‘em WW2 Jeeps NSW sent ya’ for a
special deal!)
Www.jeepevents.co (yes—.co) for info.
MJCQ SWAP MEET - 13 to 16 October.
Www.mjcqinc.com for better details, cause
those banana benders don’t tell us!
The Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, one
of the premier Jeep-only events in the
USA, will welcome Jeep owners from all
over the country to the birthplace of the
Jeep in Butler, Pa. June 10-12, 2016.
Jeep News No.171 April 2016 - Page 4
The Military Vehicle Wedding of the Year
Much has been mentioned of the impending marriage of
Jan Thompson to Troy Creamer, stalwarts of the
Military Vehicle movement and in particular KVE who
organise the Corowa Event every year.
Well hot off Facebook come these set of photos of the
grand wedding to start this years Swim—In event.
BLACKTOWN CITY FESTIVAL—21 to 28 May—Anybody interested ?????
Ken Whyte advises “Other members may be interested in this repeat event. Unfortunately I shall be away
during this period and regret I cannot attend.”
Overview details are it starts with The Medieval Fayre at Nurragingy Reserve on the 21st and concludes with
the “Streets Alive Parade” on the 28th. Registration close on Friday 22 April and you need to contact the
Co-ordinator, Susan Sroba on (02) 9839 6166 to get the forms and detailed information pack.
DIDJA KNOW?
Did you know the Spirit of Anzac Centenary Experience
covers an area equivalent to three basketball courts? The
exhibition includes more than 200 artefacts from the
Australian War Memorial along with still, video imagery
and interactive experiences. The exhibition is travelling
the country in a fleet of 10 B-double Toll trucks, which
have been specially fitted out to protect the priceless
artefacts. Free tickets can be booked for our next locations
at www.spiritofanzac.gov.au. We'll soon be visiting
Tamworth (April), Toowoomba (May), Brisbane (June)
and Mackay (July). #spiritofanzac
ABOVE
Snapped by a mate of Tony P, a
nice display Jeep, fully kitted out
in Napier, Noo Zealund recently!
OFF THE INTERNET—Somewhere in Europe?
Nice way to get some attention! An original looking Press
Jeep and a fairly happy local lass about the war being
over is my guess.
Perhaps we can get Akiss, our Greek Correspondent and a
great photographer of women (and Jeeps) to update us?
He even has a Press Jeep—True!
SIGNALS
From the BBQ—(Maybe I might change the name?)
Who can I shit stir this month? Well know one, no one wants to
talk to me! The Roads Minister, his staff, no one! Was once
told, if you don’t have something nice to say, then don’t say it!
Some interesting things coming up, particularly ANZAC Day.
Hope you all can get out there and help. We have lots of
members doing stuff, none the least, our regular gig at
Tamworth.
Speaking to Dave Mc. The other day, who again has issued you
all a hearty invite to be a part of the huge proceedings in a town
that greatly appreciates their Diggers and those that help them.
Bazza Greenland hopes to attend and if you want to join him in
a drive up there, he would appreciate a bit of company.
Some of my most memorable trips, have been those going to
Tamworth. Give him a call on 02 9477 1502
KOKODA 75th Anniversary 1942-2017— (Our “Ragged Bloody Heroes”)
2017 marks the 75th anniversary of the Kokoda Track Campaign.
Kokoda is one of the most significant campaigns in Australia’s history.
Ordinary Australians became extraordinary Australians fighting a continual battle against the elements,
inhospitable terrain and a voracious enemy hell bent on taking their land and our Australian freedom.
When you walk Kokoda with all its obstacles and challenges you feel the aura and spirit of the young men who
defeated an enemy, an enemy who had never been conquered, an enemy that had never tasted defeat.
Our diggers overcame overwhelming odds and atrocious conditions, outnumbered and out gunned their victory
was possible due to their trust and respect for each other, their dependence on each other, their ability to never
give up, to hang in there when all seemed lost, self belief, courage, endurance, mateship, sacrifice, and
resilience.
To walk in the footsteps of heroes, to walk in the footsteps of our brothers is a heady experience, it is an
experience a turning point that blows away our preconceived limitations of our physical ability, endurance and
reminds us that the human spirit and our boundaries are only limited by our ability to dream and believe.
With our Kokoda Veterans now in there 90’s… 2017 may be the last significant anniversary to commemorate,
to remember and to be empowered by the indomitable Spirit of these incredible men.
How will you show your respect to our real Australian heroes in 2017?
Achieve something extraordinary.. (This Company specialises in treks over the Track, however has other info.)
The above and significant Kokoda Dates from this website—http://www.kokodaspirit.com.au/kokoda-statistics/
July 7 1942- 39th Battalion walks past Mc Donald’s Corner on route to Kokoda, led by Captain Sam Templeton and
guided by Bert Kienzle. July 15 39th Battalion arrive in Kokoda. July 21 Japanese land in Buna.
July 23 39th Battalion engages Japanese in fight at Awala north of Kokoda. July 24 Australian withdraw to Kokoda.
July 29 first battle of Kokoda is lost, Australians withdraw to Deniki. Lt Col Owen Killed.
August 8 Australians retake Kokoda unopposed.
August 10 Japanese retake Kokoda and withdraw to Deniki and onto Isurava.
August 16 Lt Col Ralph Honner arrives in Isurava to replace Owen’s.
August 26 Forward elements of 21st Brigade led by 2/14 battalion arrive at Isurava.
August 26 Battle of Isurava commences.
August 29 Bruce Kingsbury wins VC, Charlie McCallum holds off Japanese and kills 20 plus Japanese firing Bren gun and
Tommy gun alternatively from hip while wounded three times, while his mates withdraw. Awarded DSM.
August 29 Battle of Isurava ends with withdrawal back through Alola.
August 30-September 2 Withdrawal to Eora creek. Eora creek defence. September 2-3 Templeton’s crossing defence.
September 5 Withdrawal to Efogi. September 6-8 Battle of Mission Ridge/Brigade Hill.
September 17 Australians dig in at Iorabaiwa. September 17 Australians withdraw to Imita Ridge.
September 21 53rd Battery of the 14th Australian Field Regiment fire first rounds on Japanese at Iorabaiwa from Ower’s
Corner. From Ower’s Corner to Iorabaiwa Ridge is 10km. It takes 25 seconds for rounds to hit their mark. Over the next
few days 700 high explosive rounds are fired.
September 24 Japanese begin their withdrawal. Japanese have no word for retreats so are ordered to advance to the rear.
September 28 Australian troops attack Iorabaiwa, but find Japanese have already withdrawn.
October 12-17 Japanese dig in at Templeton’s crossing. October 21-29 Japanese dig in at Eora Creek.
November 2 Kokoda recaptured unopposed. November 5-11 Oivi-Goiari Battle.
November 17, 16th and 25th Brigades cross the Kumusi River. The battle of Kokoda is over.
Feedback
Right at the bottom, Chris and Jeannie out at Hill End have found a
great camping spot for our next trip out there. Just waiting to be
organised!
Hi Mitch, For your info, the mini jeep is a Crossley Pup, only 36 ever made, 'I think!' Mark Askew
Just goes to prove that Beer and Jeep were one back in
the ‘40’s. I love the smug look on his face – obvious well
over 0.05 !! For information, this is fantastic web site.
https://archive.org/details/wwIIarchive
Have a look at
https://archive.org/details/ADC-4647
https://archive.org/details/FC-988
https://archive.org/details/ADC-2325
or search willys jeep for manuals just for starters
Kind regards Ken Whyte
Check out this Jeep with a raincoat. I don't know how original the grille guard is, I've
never seen one. Might interest readers? Cheers Larry.
Looks like someone has too much free time, plenty of canvas and a sewing machine,
but I am sure there is a valid reason to do with cold snow or something—Ed
Jeep News No.171 April 2016 - Page 7
More—”What can we find
on THE INTERNET?”
from CAM FINLAY
WW2 Jeeps NSW bonafide members
would note a lot of stuff gets
forwarded on pronto, but these pages
are a continuation of all things Jeep
and Military or just plain quirky as
found on the net by Cam in his
endless research. Some you may have
seen before.
Thanks Mate, we say!
1944- Actress Toni 7 surrounded by
admiring GI's at the U.S. Army
recreation camp in Santa Monica,
California.
Jane Russell, Toni Seven and
Martha Tilton are shown signing pin
-up pictures for servicemen, who
crowded the Hollywood USO
canteen to see the World’s First
Pin-up Exhibition, December 4,
1944
“Mitch in his natural environment”
was the subject of a recent Facebook
Post
Here is one especially for the Cardinal (not George,
but Carl), who regularly has a shot at me for not
using my Jeep nor taking it “OFF ROAD”
Cheers Mate!
Jeep News No.171 April 2016 - Page 9
RUSTY, RECKS & RELICS
An excited Chris Grossett found these
near to Hill End, but I was able to
ascertain they are of a fellow members
collection, awaiting some time.
Continued from Bazza’s Say
Since 2002, I have attended the Swim-In at Corowa five times and enjoyed Tamworth ANZAC Day
parade each year except for the last two years (due to medical problems), but I will be there this year
and I look forward to seeing all the regular faces and any new ones again.
What’s behind the name HORATIO H B, you might ask? Well, I was visiting a friends farm with the
Jeep, driving around the paddocks, when suddenly, each time I turned the steering wheel, the horn
would blow and it was suggested I name it “Horn Blower”. At the time on the tele, there was a show
about a Navy Captain with the name HORATION HORN BLOWER, and I thought that sounds
better, so it was reduced to HORATIO H B.
Happy Jeeping to all—
Jeep News No.171 April 2016 - Page 10
Bazza
From a Facebook post from an old Aircraft Nut
mate, whose information is not unfamiliar to
these pages. Thanks Geoffrey!
Titled “Some of the heavy metal at the
#tyabbairshow2016 #spitfire #p51 #f4ucorsair
#p40 #warbirds”
Tyabb Airshow—”Winged Warriors” was on
recently down in Victoria on March 13.
Certainly the Corsair would have been a big must
see for our Cam Finlay, who just loves em’!
Might see a few of these at Wings Over
Illawarra?
UPDATE—From Jeep News No.166 October 2015
This was posted on the Corowa Facebook page and
reprinted here in the interests of keeping you
informed JIC you were about to launch a rescue
mission? “I’ve just completed 25,217 km or 15,669
miles around Aussie in my Jeep. I’d like to give a
huge shout of thanks to both Nigel from MVSPARES
and Neil from MARATHON SPARES. For their
fantastic support. I’ve rebuilt the engine at 20000km
after its first failed build. Then replaced the transfer
box and gearbox housings after a selector fork nut
came loose and exited through the casting. The clutch
needed replacement after Corowa last year. The
broken steering column whilst driving was the most
fun. One last thanks to Dallas and Glen for their help
in the gearbox issue.
This is what makes Jeepin’ fun, the people ya meet.
Enjoy Corowa this year, sadly I cant make it.
Happy and safe travels to all attending. Gary.”
http://blog.kaiserwillys.com/a-16-month-journeyaround-australia-in-a-willys-mb
INFORMATION
Hi Mitch
I'm after a G503 trailer so I can move mine
around to distant fields. Someone said you
know of a person who builds light weight
trailers so they fit a G503 perfectly with
guide rails for the wheels etc.
Can you help, please? Regards
Al Hirschel 0415-259 777 [email protected]
PS Cullen Bullen last year was great, when is
the next 'working bee' so I may assist?
Mitch, I have had a look at a KS5—1945 International Lorry, it
is in original condition, shedded all its life except for its army
days, runs and stops 6 volt system, has a Ford table top not the
round cornered inter, what is a fair price for it?
Mitch would you mind asking the team for me?
Thanks Dave Mc.Ilveen (0404) 059 151
Well Allan, not sure who to recommend to build a trailer.
Ken Berry of CMI Safes in Sydney just recently built one specially
for the Jeep but that to me makes it useless for anything else if
needed. I have seen a few with large dual axle box trailers
modified for the purpose. I guess many have differing ideas and
how much you have to spend?
But it would make for an interesting feedback?
Glad you had a good time and will be great to see you next time.
Not sure when the working bee will be as we are still getting bits
for the hot water service, so standby ….. Cheers Mitch
If anyone has advice, pass on to me & Allan Hirschel
Jeep News No.171 April 2016 - Page 12
50 Cal machine gun mounts going cheap!
$25 bucks each!
Call John on 0488 523 182 or email him [email protected]
Ural 2012 752CC Ranger Gear Up
Side Car Special, Brembo Disc Brakes,
Electronic Ignition 55 amp alternator, new
battery, Stainless exhaust.
All accessories they had! Kms: 3600kms,
Rego til May 2016.
Recently serviced and aligned,
Asking price $13,000 ono Call Jez 0422209993,
Currently on show at Jeep City, Canberra.
14/16 Barrier St, Fyshwick ACT
Phone 1300 JEEPCITY www.jeepcity.com.au
From Noddy and Big Ears Ipad … Cliff
and Deb are just about home from their
big WA adventure, so we are looking
forward to hearing all about it sometime soon, but they did visit
Gnomesville some where over there
Not even going to try and caption this picture or say who’s “Big Ears”!
and they like going on Jeep trips too!
“OUT AND ABOUT”
COROWA
A couple of pictures plucked from
Facebook. Now this IS weird!
Left:
Interesting concept or making use
of some left over parts, BUT ….
You can’t be serious???
Below:
Couple of nice Studs. Typical FB
photo, they lack resolution, but
where is that Bushfire Brigade?
Jeep News No.171 April 2016 - Page 14
A nice picture of some Corowa wildlife, but
more importantly to us, its Don Marriot’s
Jeep! Yes Don went to Corowa this year and
recently in a conversation, he told us, he had a
good time down there. Even getting the roof
off.
Been a bit busy since last seeing him at
Oberon in February, attending his local
Shows at Cumnock and a little further afield
at Wellington, where he was pleasantly
surprised to return to his Jeep after a trip
around the Showground to find a large
envelope on his seat. It contained a certificate
for picking up FIRST PRIZE in the Jeep era
judging of the many cars in attendance.
Well done! He is looking forward to seeing us
again back out at his joint and even reckons
he is going to shout all attending Jeepers a
meal at the pub!
THIS PAGE HAS BEEN INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK
Two great events have just happened (Corowa and Camp Coffs) and I know there has been
member participation, but no ones in any hurry to get me some pictures and a few words!
So …. It will have to carry over to next issue. PERHAPS?
Com’on chaps, hard to keep a newsletter going with FRESH info,
if you don’t put me in the loop asap upon return!
DEAR DOROTHY
TIPS, Q&A and TALES OF WOE
Dear Dorothy, writes Rick of Maitland way, Thought readers may be interested in this.
Discovered that the left shifter rail when installed was slightly longer than the original, and the result was
damaged to the gear in the transfer case. Something to be weary of in their future works!
Also, he did want to know “if it is possible to convert an Army transfer intermediate shaft 3/4" bore to a 1-1/4”
bore and install CJ5 gears? I have seen a CJ5 converted to fit an Army Transfer Case, but seems a lot more
effort. I have had the caged needle rollers fail one too many times! However, he later answered his own question.
I have spoken to John Wilson about the issue I have with my transfer case and he has told me an army transfer
can be modified to fit the larger 1-1/4"shaft.
Jeep News No.171 April 2016 - Page 16
I was hoping you could print these two Fault Finding Charts I used when I was in the Army Corps of
Transport. There is one for petrol vehicles and one for diesel vehicles. When printed out and laminated they
are perfect for the glovebox. Would make a great addition to the Jeep Newsletter. Regards Phill
EUROPEAN
CORRESPONDENCE
WITH …
Akiss Paraskevopoulos
On the 26 and the 27 of March 2016 a Military event took place in Halkida Town in Greece. The
main Event was organised by the local scale model club Panevoikos Association of Modelers, The
event took place in a house called the Red House "Kokkino Spiti" by the beach which was used by
the Wehrmacht during WWII as "Kommandantur". Right outside on the square in front of the house
and in the gardens there was a display of reenactors of WWII with Greek Uniforms as well as US
and German. there were also Korean War reenactors from the Greek Expeditionary Forces from the
Korean war. The Uniforms were accompanied with military vehicles from WWII and Korean war.
In more detail there was a Korean war Field Hospital and tents with everyday personal objects
which were used by the Greeks during WWII. Thousands of people were gathered despite the heavy
rain on the second day of the event. I personally Drove my Willys MB, U.S. War Correspondent
Jeep from Athens back and forth 150km in heavy rain to attend the event, I hope you will like and
enjoy the photos. - Akiss
Jeep News No.171 April 2016 - Page 18
It never ceases to
amaze me, the level
of detail that the
groups go to in their
vehicles and their
displays. A big well
done to all
concerned and
thanks to Akiss for
allowing us to share
his pics to us
“Colonials”
The Back Page
Might become a regular feature?
Who Knows? Who Cares?
Send us anything you think might fit?
The Ultimate “Playboy” Machine of the the Fifties! A Catalina
Flying Boat. She has beautiful lines and very graceful out of
uniform! I have no Idea how these pics came to my inbox and can
only credit “Life”