Caption- "On the way to Nariel, winching car through creek because there were no bridges - Near Nariel, VIC"
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Did they catch any fish in it?
That style of winch was called a ''come alone''
The wheel spokes were loose, just soaking them.
Bob
I'll bet that was a "come along."
Hey Bob,
We call them a "come along" in these parts, and they can be a handy tool at times.
Best
Gus
CAUTION: Low Water Crossing.
Assuming the water level was higher than the carb, wouldn't there be problems getting it started after such a crossing? Even if it was not running when they pulled it across, I imagine water would get into the carb and then require draining, at least. Maybe they put a baggie over it?
Possibly into the crankcase and rear axle as well. I wonder how often they crossed the river? Was this a one time event or an every day occurence?
Norm
Great photo! Thank you.
I don't know how early, but kits were offered that flipped the manifolds around to put the carburetor above the engine (included pressurizing the fuel tank), and raise the oil-fill so you could drive through slightly deeper water. Water in the crankcase would be the biggest concern. A lot could ruin the engine quickly.
Kingpins and shackles would be ruined if not flushed with oil soon after.
Thanks again for sharing this great photo.
Drive carefully, and enjoy, W2
I doubt that the king pins and shackles would suffer much, no more than driving in a rain storm, as the water would not remove the oil in the bushings.
Best
Gus
The problem is not only the water, but any mud which might be in the water acts as grinding compound and will soon wipe out the bearings, also any water which remains will rust the parts.
Norm