ABANDONED APC DRIVES AGAIN!

We finally get the FV432 running and driving for the first time in 13 years.
Next time you see this APC we will be Aqua Blasting the hull to bare metal.

[@theoldhobbit3640]

Can I just say, your knowledge, expertise and dedication to getting these machines back up and running is astounding, thank you all so much. I used to mess about in the 432 when stationed in Germany and that engines sound brought back some fantastic memories 👍👍

[@garyharris8082]

me too I used to drive and fix them too. The pack sounds good when reved but that tick over sounds wrong

[@spritbong5285]

Totally agree

[@DaveDave65]

Ditto. Always does. Happy times.

[@gusgone4527]

Greetings to all brother BAOR Cold War veterans.

[@lewisdean22]

Greta Thunberg will be screaming at the level of pollutants coming from this 432

[@armorer94]

Nice how the startup turned the exhaust into a mouse-cannon there.

[@DarkVoidIII]

I missed that! Timestamp?😂

[@y0rkiebar]

@@DarkVoidIII 09:51

[@zstation64]

You guys are an antidote for depression. Brilliant job. (Also loving the HDR video, about the only channel that I watch that does).

[@MrHewes]

I have no clue what a HDR is but thank the IPhone 15 for that

[@pure_awareness]

Video zoom quality is impressive

[@GuyWilson706]

@@MrHewesHigh Definition Rendering 😏😏

[@davemcravedj]

High dynamic range- an expanded colour gamut for displays that are capable of displaying it. It allows deeper blacks and brighter whites which also allows a more accurate colour response. Aka should look more like what our eyes see rather than what exaggerated colours most older displays could reproduce ! Also your iPhone records in a much higher quality than most dedicated camera I would never have guessed you were using an iPhone !

[@blackdoublezero]

@@davemcravedj is that what makes the paint look 5h1t ?

[@andylees2940]

Once you made the tweak the engine sounded mint! Great troubleshooting to get it running and an encyclopaedic knowledge of the engine and how it all works. Jolly good show old bean👍

[@SimonSudbury-mi8us]

Brilliant video, who else could sort out the poor running of the FGV432 with only a screwdriver. I am 80 years old, never been involved with the military but follow your channel avidly

[@thepirate5955]

Speaks to how good the engineering, design, materials and construction used were back then - in the middle of a battle, reliability was key. Well done.

[@adriansherratt2145]

Absolutely brilliant watch. I was in army and drove AFV432 Mark 2. In Germany late 60s early 70's. Bought back so many memories. Well done to you guys. Great 👍

[@dickdegraaff5452]

Dear Joe and Adam, Holy Smokey APC is running finally more than smoothly so you both have done a great job and when you go to the pub please send everybody my warm greetings. Look forward to your next vlog and send you love from the Netherlands

[@raggytom]

So satisfying to see it run after the starter motor disaster. Although it looks like a bag of shite, tbf it’s complete and not wrecked. It’ll be nice to see it sorted (eventually). Great content as always

[@ianlulham]

I got to say how much I enjoyed this video. I didn't realise Jack was so short, bless.

[@Willheheckaslike]

A well known Italian dictator who was something of a short arse (er I mean statuesquely challenged) always insisted that he be filmed/photographed from below to make him look taller. Handy hint there for Jack. Most excellent video. Well done Joe.

[@john8451]

Kenneth Newman, former Chief Constable of the Royal Ulster Constabulary was so short that he always insisted on a cushion being provided whenever he did a seated TV interview! 😮😂

[@patrickmaloney6440]

Leave him alone he's perfect for cleaning wheels...

[@leecolclough2492]

U can tell why the brush handles so short made for the vertically challenged poor lad 😂👍👍

[@anthonyg4671]

That doesn’t matter the lady’s say he’s hung like an horse 🐴 .

[@timbo9200]

That sound takes me straight back to the 1980s in Germany. Great work fellas. Love all your videos.

[@brianwillson9567]

Absolute respect. Whatever you tackle the problem is defeated by experience, intelligence, hard work, all accompanied by good humour.

[@mstx1007]

These guys are great. Would like to meet them in person and shake their hands...and give Ted a doggie treat.

[@TheJones-xr2qx]

Heard these as a kid in West Germany as part of the British forces over there. So many memories of these bashing through the camp and roads. You show real passion and skill sorting it and its issues out. Thank you for making me smile from those memories and that there are people keeping them going!

[@terryfowler6090]

You've made me appreciate how much simpler our m113s were to maintain and repair😊

[@simonchaddock4274]

Boy! Is that 'power egg' a tight fit. As an apprentice I worked at J Sankey in Shropshire where the 432 final assembly took place and ! even had a ride in one on the test rack there. New with engines direct from RR they did not smoke at all but they certainly sounded the exactly the same. Well done. Now see if it still floats!

[@tompiper9276]

I was going to say don't hold your breath, but if it's going to be driven in to a lake you might just have to! 😅

[@paulvernon4160]

The extra tooth on the starter should help the engine turn over faster, in the car community that I belong to(Mazda RX8) it's common to use a starter with an extra tooth and this helps tremendously with the cranking speed(in a rotary compression is directly proportional to engine speed)

[@julianvasey1]

What a babe that 432 is, Takes me back to my 20s when i was the driver of one. Love it 😍

[@alxgu198]

These videos are getting more frequent 😁👍, tanks a lot.

[@orionbirch2705]

Thanks for the injector pump adjustment explanation. These first drive 'it's alive!' repairs are the best.

[@user-fd6og9ym9l]

These lads would have been great on the Scrapheap Challenge TV show!

[@Nalski2007]

Haha, that would've made some interesting viewing.

[@MrHewes]

Now that was a program I would love to do with my Dad

[@baseddoggie]

@@MrHewesvery sad we didnt have an Australian version of that one. Id be one of the first to put my name down.

[@philleeson7835]

​@@MrHewesspeak to Mark Pacey. Pacey transport Spratton,he did a couple of episodes,one as a contestant and one as the specialist when they built some tractor pullers

[@GreenJimll]

@@MrHewes Being farmers, I think you'd do a "proper job"!

[@MercuryGremlin]

Yesterday was crappy and chuffin' cold. Maybe the iPhone was full for a reason. Today's video is a belter. Watching and hearing old kit like this brought back to life is fantastic viewing. Smiles all round and rightly so. Top job.

[@ejharrop1416]

Engine install was a reminder of the Golden Shot. 😊. Showing me age there. Brilliant job.

[@sagecouncil]

Excellent job.. Used to pack-lift these with an 8 tonne TM truck and a couple of army issue shovels.. Ahh the joys. Love this channel brings back great memories!

[@aks8291]

I love these videos. I have no knowledge of engines/tanks etc but just love watching how you get a mass of wires/metal and moving parts all working!!! It's captivating. where do you get your knowledge from?? you seem to know everything about these vehicles.

[@baseddoggie]

you get it from pulling shit apart and swearing a lot, from my experience. all you need is the determination

[@deanedeane4318]

Now thats the ultimate supermarket tractor !!!!!! You can keep your Dodge rams Ford rapters and Toyota Hilux . Great job Lads !!! Love from New Zealand 😉😎

[@andrewsmith7395]

I remember these firing up in the early hours, in the German forests, along time ago whilst on exercise, a unique sound but when they started you new that we would soon be on the move. Great vids guys.

[@figerchannel]

Greetings from Poland! The more I watch your videos, the more addicted I become ;) 👌 Great job, gentlemen!

[@ianwestmoreland5950]

Well done lads, it's a good job you have a sense of humour! 😁 I must say, Adam showed immense self control on the crane when you Joe, instructed Adam 'straight down!' I expected the pack to fall faster than gravity! 😁 There's light at the end of the tunnel, things look to be going well. Move any soviet equipment well out of sight! 😃

[@garyphillips7993]

Another great sounding machine 👍😎

[@jediknight9284]

Top video guys, just hearing that 432 running brought back so many memories of Germany in the 80’s. 👍

[@ScienceChap]

Greta Thunberg has left the chat.

[@Allan_aka_RocKITEman]

*A.M.F.* 😉

[@LETSGOBRANDONFJB]

LOLOL

[@AndyUK-Corrival]

That new starter was so mint…. Lol love it. Sounded great after a fettle. Pretty nimble driving it around, not sure I’d want to be cooped up inside waiting to be let out into battle.

[@Mercmad]

That crook sound and smoke said an injector or pump element was sick. I worked on Rolls Diesels (C range) when I served my Apprenticeship 50 years ago . They ran a lot smoother than the Equivalent Leylands etc but not like a Gardner. The supercharger was always a test, if the rebuilt unit lasted 3-4 minutes on first start up,it was OK. I think that smoke is actually NATO option 666 ,Smoke effect.

[@jamesmccann531]

It really is nice to see what can be fixed with a spanner and a hammer, sometimes they are even the same tool!

[@simonchaddock4274]

hello

[@robwigglezz944]

Sounds way better. Great job fellas. Thanks for all the updates

[@MrAllstar]

Ooh that cleaned up nicely, that engine note 😍😍

[@greenbimoon]

Brilliant. I reckon that motor will settle in, after all it's been waiting 13 years. I built an old 1947 Bedford 214 out of 3 engines, it took a little to settle in, then it was happy and ran for years until I sold the Truck.

[@GarfieldTidball]

Spot on with your repair as you said as soon as she fired up she sounded right - i spent many hours working on these relics with a Royal Signals Squadron in Germany back in the early nineties. You grow to love them and feel a sense of bond with the beast when pack sound and steering set correctly she is a pleasure to drive

[@wideyxyz2271]

Excellent work team. Never in doubt! Teds got it all in hand!

[@Rokonroller]

Thanks guys, ‘cracked it again’ I’m getting better acquainted with British dialect. Keep up the great work

[@chullychullster3077]

I love it when I see a longer video is posted, thanks Joe and crew.

[@kevinhough5960]

Memories of trade training on the 432 rigs at Bordon 1982, then pack lifting for real on the training area at Iserlohn circa 85 being watched by a load of laughing Bundeswehr! Happy times! 😂 Great videos chaps.

[@johnfisher9816]

The engine starting sounded like music, Joe! Well done you two. Best, John

[@colinblick8946]

That mini crane really is the business 😎👌🏽…….lovely job lads…… armoured recovery would have been proud 😂👌🏽

[@DaveDave65]

The smile on my face when that wagon came to life, was as big now as it's always been. Even more so hearing you rev it towards the end. That sound was great. A thrill... which usually means I need to get out more 🤣 That said though, the satisfaction when it restarted near the end on zero throttle was massive. Great job as always. Looking forward to seeing this one play out.

[@jimrky6062]

Very nicely done. Especially the rack adjustment.

[@beckyrichmond2046]

Great tank vid, I love your approach to fixing stuff, it’s a great watch an I always look forward to your vids over a coffee 😍 Adore the little yellow crane, it’s straight out of Trumpton 😂

[@Ka9radio_Mobile9]

Becky is cute! 😃

[@beckyrichmond2046]

@@Ka9radio_Mobile9 it’s the Trumpton thing innit 🤔😂

[@garycharland3018]

Talk about a snug fit! The shape reminds me of a M113, so to me it looks familiar and very, very cool. Great job!

[@alwatts3778]

Found your channel recently, wish I’d found it ages ago! Great bunch of guys and attitude. 👍

[@In_memory_of_Dad]

Brilliant job as always Joe 👍

[@jimkhana007]

I’ve no idea why or how I’ve stumbled across your channel but I’m absolutely loving it! Deco going to binge on a lot of your past videos and enjoy more content and adventures 👍

[@branstondave1170]

Another great video,as explained in the last video (designed to be replaced) I remember assisting the REME in pack lifts on the Guns etc but can not remember doing a lot of actual fault finding not even in the workshop…(used to be one of the easiest blags to pull off,where are you going? up the workshop! (Said with coveralls under arm)😂😂😂😂

[@PaddyMayneUK]

Fault finding is for REMFs us LAD boys just get em back in the fight as soon as.....

[@terryaylward8178]

Yes but us REMFs kept you supplied with kit to work with!!🤣👍

[@pdtech4524]

I've never once found an abandonded tank or APC, I just wish I knew where to start looking for them?😮🤔😳😁

[@peterwardle572]

A success, great. One thing that crossed my mind was with so little clearance to drop the engine pack back in could they not have fitted guide rails, once it locates just drop it down and the rails do the positioning. I do think you should have gone to the pub in it though.

[@vinnymoody9674]

Bring s back memories of working on these panzers back in the 80's in freezing cold garages in BOAR

[@Vile-Flesh]

Fantastic video. Very satisfying to see the FV432 running and easily starting. The end of the video was very funny. I was in a complete shit mood as I have to go in to the hell hole job but this video put me in such a better mood. Thank you for taking us along while you sorted things out.

[@Sean1974]

You guys are amazing I love what you do and you always make me smile. Keep up the good work.

[@Eisen_Jaeger]

Nice to see it running, nothing more aggravating and painful than banging your knuckles in cold weather while trying to work a wrench.

[@baseddoggie]

all part of the game man. A busted knuckle or two is a sign that you're making progress. war scars

[@teamidris]

I believe in my heart that you can use clear windscreen washer hose shoved on top of the pump to match the element flows. Need some spare injector pipes to chop off though. I never tried it because it never came up. :o) (same as filling the rad with oil on a bad head gasket)

[@manic_tinkerer]

reading this and thought similar. I have 3 cheap water levels cut off near the measuring section located in a bit of wood with a spirit level bubble glued on it to keep them level and some ends off old hardlines to screw on the pump, so covers 6 pump elements with graticules on the fatter diameter for under 15 quid. Spin the engine over until the diesel levels are at a reasonable level and observe. The larger diameter of the measuring bit improves accuracy. This is pretty close to the measuring section of a oldschool diesel phasing and calibration rig that I was trained on at tech college many moons ago... I've bought a few old crappers and sorted the pumps out myself using it. That, a cheap popoff tare and spray tester for injectors and a bit of care and your away.

[@TankMasterElite]

I just love watching these videos when im bored especially the soviet gear ones like the T3485 and the T72M1

[@paulday-lh5mx]

The APC sounds amazing. Looking forward to the upcoming videos. 😊

[@darrenhawken9766]

Nice work , sounds better after the professional adjustment on the pump , thanks for sharing 👍💨💨

[@glynluff2595]

Like the auto extraction of dead exhaust baffles on start up! Remember humping 20 litres cans onto the roof to fuel up. They do have the ability to slide down grassy slopes with or without power! Sounds a slight knock on exhaust recollection is they sounded more hollow. Maybe a lack of baffles in exhaust.

[@gavevans3795]

Loving these vids especially the tank/APC stuff 😀

[@londonteecher]

That was genuinely interesting - as a non-mechanic seeing someone slip and gash themselves undoing something tricky in the engine whilst I sip my tea in comfort - it's better than anything I can find on TV. From bush to battlewagon, well done.

[@TheAdminist]

Great work lads!

[@PossetCraggs9411]

Loving this, thank you so much for sharing what you do. Only one little thing - can't help hoping to see bump-caps in those confined all-metal spaces.

[@martinpendlebury5820]

Excellent work!! Your Knowledge is incredible....keep up the great work 👍👍

[@matthewwagg4030]

Don't scratch the paint Adam! LOL

[@chrissmith7655]

What a great bunch of guys. Many thanks.

[@thetoymanator7723]

Greetings from Sydney, Australia. Love your vids and dedication to get these old war dogs running again. I'm into restoring old motorbikes and thought I'd share a good saying I heard a while back: "I'd rather wear out, than rust away". Fits in nicely with the work you guys do!

[@neiloconnell2120]

I loved your little grunty noises when you exerted yourself undoing the odd nut. How is Jack? Is he okay? I hope so. A belated 'Happy New Year' to one and all. Great start to 2024.

[@mustang-hovercraft]

Howling at the end! 🤣😂 Nothing beats some proper British banter! Fantastic job lads, well done 👍

[@BurtBigelow]

😊

[@larryg.9187]

... In recognition of your tenacity and knowledge, you are hereby awarded an Official At-A-Boy Award 🏆 ...

[@edjones7709]

Such a blast from the past. All this fault-finding - and part finding - and not a computer or EMER in sight! Back to the old days in the workshop .... God bless the Blackhand gang!

[@lordcaptainvonthrust3rd]

Very nice result Mr Hewes 👍

[@lancecluster]

The crane is turning out to be pretty useful, not to Foden levels yet. Still waiting for the paint job indicating that it "identifies as a Foden". Great job as always. Love the get it done attitude.

[@hillbilly8621]

11:50 "I knew I shoulda put more than five bucks in!"

[@markorrick7558]

Awesome, just Awesome! Love this stuff! Wish I had a work space like that! Great job Gentlemen 👍 thanks for posting!!

[@ryanturner8318]

That’s really cool how they got the engine in a contained area and not have to disassemble the whole thing to remove it. Things these days are way too over engineered/ complicated for something like this. Pretty happy that I came across this channel on here. I’m definitely going to be sticking around to see just what in all your doing. Have fun and I can’t wait to see what’s next!

[@robleary3353]

It wants to live!. 🤣 Another old bit of kit bought back to life!. Nice one!... Nuff said.🙂

[@draknor7730]

Levels of good from this channel: Babe: she starts and runs Brilliant: starts, runs and the lights work.....edit...and the brakes work Living the dream of many...love it.

[@clownofwar]

this is probably the most madmax style repair of a APC iv ever seen :D

[@jasonjavelin]

That little yellow crane with the flat bed looks mint and awesome for working on engine packs!

[@billcasso5428]

Excellent troubleshooting good work

[@bulldog1066jpd]

That lump is so snug in there... literally shoe horned in. What a sweet ride..... perfect for going shopping in 😊

[@MickHurst65]

The dedication displayed needs awards. Wicked vid.

[@Watchyn_Yarwood]

You guys are truly amazing! Great job!

[@busterdee8228]

You remind me so much of early days working in a dealership. We always had to fix tools before starting a new job.

[@Tenaciousmojo]

Good on you guys for rescuing history before its gone forever. it must feel incredibly rewarding when they come back to life. vastly entertaining watch, thanks for sharing ! cheers from canada

[@Wardog-rf1tx]

I’ve learned more watching your videos than I did with the vehicles I drove in the British Army. 💂‍♂️🪖⛑️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇨🇦

[@ssweeps]

How much is a tank worth?

[@davebell9786]

You guys are absolutely amazing brilliant to watch and a great laugh just what we all need

[@brushnut1909]

Great job on that injection pump ! You are the pump master

[@shaymusmus]

I love this channel. You guys are great and your videos always entertain

[@howner501]

You guys are amazing. Wish I had your confidence and ability with engines

[@Oliverdobbins]

Can I say that it’s very good of you to give gainful employment to a member of the vertically-challenged community.

[@jayjones6904]

New subscriber ole retired equipment operator here love the old iron military or construction operated m4m5 high speed tractor and fmc cricket cranes on right of ways ty i enjoyed this

[@2dogsf-ing]

As you went ripping off down the drive. I was thinking to myself. I wonder if they ever put fuel in that machine. 😅

[@stewart9723]

Whish I was younger I would love to come and get stuck in with you lads , love the video’s keep them coming 👍

[@philiprufus4427]

Same here,fifty years ago many West Highland Garages had some od relic left over from World War 11. Apparently The Yanks Especialy had a habit of going back home and donating stuff to the locals, Cheaper than taking it back to an uncertain fate I suppose. As we had a Brit Austin Champ at the time,any Army vehicle fascinated us, Scotland then was a paradise, Champs,Jeeps,Series 1 Landrovers,Austin Gypsys,Bren Carriers,Weasels,War Office Fords, you name it. The Champ was something else and what a vehicle to do The West Highlands in. 1500 quid to the taxpayer ex works ,no vat or purchase tax in 1951,that's about one hundred grand in todays money. (Google It, I did). We bought ours for 210 Pounds in 1972, with 25 000 on the clock. Not even run in for a RR Military engine,that was 100,000. The Army decided it could get two Landrovers for the price of a Champ and some Squaddies did not like them.(allegidly prone to rear axle failure,no heater,canvis doors and roof, no heater. It was a superbly engineered vehicle,Rolls Royce desighned 2.8 Ltr Engine,Capable of Fording 3ft of water,7 with snorkel. My late father said at the time,.'reckon you got a better deal than Whitbreads,' he had a new company car.