In old pictures of the Strv m21, there is a triangular radio antenna mounted. On the bracket that we are renovateing, the antenna mount has been modified to carry a modern rod antenna.
We have removed the bracket, cleaned brackets for the antenna arms and the insulating plates that the brackets are mounted on
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From two broomsticks, we have produced a new triangular antenna similar to the original image.
The fuel system consists of the fuel tank, carburetor and an electric fuel pump.
The petrol pump, an AutoPlus, works surprisingly good. after the renovation. We did not think that we could get a pump more than 80 years old started.
The electrical system is not particularly complicated. It consists of two fuse boxes, lightning, the electric starter and an electric fuel pump. Under the dashboard are most cables coated.
Even in the engine compartment begins cables come in place.
A number of images of the powerpack. Radiator, engine and gearbox from Scania, manufactured in 1929. All other mechanics were made in Germany 10 years earlier.
We have started to refit the interior of the body. All hatches are mounted. However, they are not painted jet. The fuse boxes and wiring inside the fighting compartment are mounted. The cables for the front lights are prepared for mounting.
Finding a termostat housing that fits and at the same time fits the sensor to the temperature gauge was not easy. Finally we found a house that after some modifications could be used. The first picture is taken before the modification. The second image shows the modification for the temperature sensor.
Now the carriage has come back from Skövde, where it attracted a lot of attention. There were many people who took their time to study it closely. One comment among many were “Do not put the body on because then you cannot look at the interesting parts” and that is true, because with the body mounted you see very little of the fascinating mechanical design.
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September 24 is the Garrison day in Skövde. The theme is The tank 100 years, and our 21-29a will be shown. Both chassis and body will be in place. To give the body a more “authentic” look, we have mounted the tower, and some hatches.
The hatches are not renovated yet which is why they have a deviant color.
In the chassis the complete power pack is installed. Which will give you an opportunity for detailed studies of 100 year old technology.
Today, Arsenalen had an exhibition day and we had the opportunity to show the 21-29 for the audience. There were many among the visitors who were very interested in enjoying and admireing 100 years old mechanics.
