BLOG: '72 Argocat 8x8 in England

[John8x8]

My Argocat 8x8 is currently at RAF Scampton, LINCOLNSHIRE on long-term loan to:

2fast2soon Driver Training Centre

https://www.facebook.com/2fast2soon.skidcar

2Fast2Soon 2013

Lincolnshire Road Safety Partnership | Lincolnshire County Council

[John8x8]

They have sorted its reliability issues and use it for youths who have seen their road safety theatre production in schools

Kirsty's Story Road Safety Trailer 2FAST2SOON

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJZ5grKLW-I

They then are invited up to Scampton to have a follow up session, which includes a taster drive in a rally Peugeot 205, the Argo cat and (in future) a rally Austin Mini as well.

Argo 8x8 Argocat 2-stroke

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbC-E58mDZU

The Argo is also used for Prince's Trust groups.

[John8x8]

We've had several successful outings in the machine of late. Getting its problems sorted out and it is now pretty reliable -always drives back from a foray under its own steam...

[John8x8]

Just wanted to give a big thank you to 6x6 Parts- ATV parts for the technical help and excellent customer service yesterday

[John8x8]

Argocat & 6x6 enthusiasts

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1171724539553175/

[John8x8]

Tried to charge battery (flat at 11.43V) but several days on the solar charger didn't work so re-sited it in a less shady position.

All battery cells low on fluid so topped up -each cell took 15 shots from a tiny pipette to get up to the UPPER level line (measured by dopping a vernier in from the top casing).

Taped over the cells to stop more dirt getting in groove around each screw cap (1/2" deep socket to loosen battery clamp).

Replaced missing bolt on gear lever collar with a stainless one (bolt barely long enough to get the nut on though. There's still a tiny bit of play but used STUD N BEARING FIT by Loctite to hopefully take up the last bit of slack. Also tried a split pin but didn't have anything the right size. A Roofing bolt also fits!

Made a better stand to stop cover sagging under rain, but the cover has started to split now (UV degradation).