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| A 4X4 Lend-Lease Chev |
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| Well, not exactly. This interesting vehicle attended the 2005 Corowa Swim-in, and was built by Barry Peters. It is in fact based on a Chevrolet C60S winch model chassis serial 28442S00711. |
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| Barry based this on a MCP Maple Leaf seen in the Observers book by Bart Vanderveen, and it's an impressive sight on the road. |
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| The cab was found in a creek where it had sat for over 25 years. |
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| A Chevrolet Blue Flame 235 Ci engine has been used. |
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4 7/8" front axle. |
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| Barry has also fitted a 5 speed gearbox which meant moving the transfer case back. |
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| Some universal joints were used to make the steering work. |
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