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Group,
about two years ago, I purchased a Canberra B.6 at an auction. The plane has not flown in over 17 years. I am currently working on rebuilding her to fly.
You can follow the restoration on Facebook at Canberra USA.
thank You
Avn-Tech
Here is my new military ride!
we are currently working on restoring her to fly again. So far we have been through the electrical, fuel, hydraulics and starting systems.
we are currently working on the flight controls and then brake systems. After that will come taxi test and high power engine...
Group,
Looking for southern California HMMWV owners, who would be willing to rent/loan their vehicles for use in a movie.
This movie is based on a true story of a veteran wounded by a roadside bomb in Iraq.
We are currently working on funding for this movie so no dates have been scheduled...
I made a mistake and purchased a GEM Cart from Iron Planet in Hawaii.
Currently looking for someone who may be able to help me.
Please contact me at fish@aviation-tech.com
Thank You
Avn-Tech
John Fischer
Group,
I have been contacted by a church group looking for some military vehicles for a men's event they are holding.
I am too far away to provide help to them, since they are in the Huston TX area, but said I would post and see if someone local can assist them.
Thank You
Avn-Tech
Group,
I am am looking for a second deuce for a film shoot in Los Angeles on May 11/12.
I have quoted $200 a day for my deuce, but you can ask what you want if they are willing to pay. I am also charging $200 to deliver the truck 100 miles and then pick it up.
I plan on being on set to...
Group,
I purchased 20 ea, gas mask carrier from the city of Stillwater, OK on Ebay.
They require a local pickup, so I am looking for someone to pick them up and mail to me.
Thank You
Avn-Tech
John Fischer
Cell (818) 257-0911
Group,
Last week my stepson graduated from 8th grade, and I needed to pick-up items at Barstow. I called and talked to Tim to schedule a late pick-up. Tim agreed to stay a little late if necessary to help me complete my pick-up.
I arrived about 10-20 min late (for the last pick-up time) and...
Group,
A small movie studio I provide props for has asked me to find them a military tent to use for a public service announcemnet (military to collage) being shot next wed.
The studio is located just north of Mojave CA.
Please contact me offline to discuss.
Thank You
Avn-Tech
John Fischer...
Group,
I have owned an M35A2C for almost a year now, but the military would not recognize and license me to drive theirs. Even though every month, a report comes out saying that I need to be licensed to drive one.
Currently I am attending training at March ARB, Regional Training site. I told...
Group,
Today I traded for a HUMVEE project, about 80% + complete. Some assembly required. Tuesday I am going to look at an M38, and in Jan I will be buying a Pumper (Fire Truck) to also add to my collection of projects.
It is not like I do not have enough projects (13 airplanes, deuce, 3...
Group,
Did anyone win one of the Deuces for sale at the GSA Auction in OK.
I would bid on several, but they were too far away for me to bring home.
Laterrrrr
Avn-Tech
Group,
So as not to hijack anouther thread, where I posted about my set up, I am starting a new thread.
After doing some research, I decided to go with a Dieselcraft OC-50 setup. I purchased a complete setup (Filter and pump), on Ebay for about $800.
I also purchased a 500 gal oil storage...
Group,
I have tried to search the database for info and found two different answers.
I am helping Shannon Deese bob his deuce and need the dimensionfor the rear spring blocks. I have seen 3" & 4 " listed, So should the blocks be 3" or 4 ". I also need the width of the block for the...
Group,
A couple of weeks ago, I picked up a Deuce from GL and the drivers seat bottom was missing. I am looking for a drivers seat bottom. even one that can be recovered.
It also has both windshield broken (good frames), so I need windshields also.
Thanks
Avn-Tech
Group,
I have an M35A2C and M109A3 that I am trying to get SF-97's for. I need a GVWR for both trucks to list on the SF-97's.
Also, How do I determine the year for each?
I have looked at the stock numbers, and they list them as being built over a 10 year period.
Thanks
Avn-Tech
Group,
On 05-05-09, I went to Barstow and picked up my first Deuce (M35A2C), two trailers (M105) and an Aircraft Tug. We left early (0600), and arrived at Barstow at approx 0830.
We met with Tim, who took us across the street to the Aircraft tug. We put a battery in teh tug and it started...
group,
is there a way of telling what the winning bid on a sealed bid auction is?
I bid on several sealed bid auctions and lost. I am trying to determine a fair price to bid next time the items come up.
Thanks
Avn-Tech