Our next meeting is this Wednesday night at Denny's at the interesection of 405
and Bothell-Everett Hiway. Call me at 425-788-0779 for more info or just go to our
web site. Hope to see you up there. Meetings are in the side room and newcomers are
most welcome.
Jim Hossack
Richard Notton wrote:
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Ian Wallace <iwallace@uswest.net>
> To: mil-veh@skylee.com <mil-veh@skylee.com>
> Date: 24 October 1999 19:00
> Subject: [MV] Ferret Electrics
>
> >List
> >
> > Pardon my learning curve, but I'm working on it. Q #1: What
> >voltage is used in the Ferret? Are there electrical voltage differences
> >between the various Mk versions (I've already learned about the 2-speed
> >generator)?
> >
> 24V throughout. (NATO standard)
>
> No.
>
> The two-speed generator can be troublesome and many were service retro-modified
> with the standard mil 90A alternator and control panel. The intention was to
> provide some reasonable battery charge whilst moving very slowly in the designed
> reconnaissance role.
>
> The two-speed generator has a gearbox fed from a restricted engine supply,
> whilst standing the gearbox can drain and it may take some time to re-establish
> a supply.
>
> Q #2: Anyone aware of a MVPA or similar military vehicle
> >event in the Pacific Northwest?
> >
> Pass.
>
> >Thanks..
> >Ian Wallace, new MVPA member in Seattle (Burien), WA
> >Future Ferret Handler
> >
> Beware of their teeth.
>
> Ferretą - noun. Half tamed variety or species of pole-cat kept for driving
> rabbits from burrows, killing rats, etc.
> Searcher, detective.
>
> Ferret˛. v. 1. v.i. Hunt with Ferrets (go Ferreting). Rummage, search about
> (for).
>
> Ferretł. n. Stout cotton or silk tape.
>
> Ferret (4) n. FV700 series MV. Car, scout, 4 x 4, reconnaissance/liaison.
>
> Richard
> (Southampton UK)
>
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