The Toronto Aerospace Museum (TAM ) is looking for a martin 250CE upper gun turret for its Lancaster Mk X (FM104) restoration project. This model turret was used on several USA mid and heavy bombers and is different from the Fraser Nash turret more comonly used on the Mk I’s and III’s. A reasonably complete unit is being sought and we are willing to do the restoration work. Any literature and/or manuals that would be helpful in the restoration would also be appreciated. Please visit our web site for additonal information. Bob B.
By: LancRestorer - 17th August 2006 at 14:47
Work on front turret is progressing. As you are aware these old ones need lots of TLC and completion is some time off as yet.
Bob B.
Welcome to the forum Bob.
I have been up to visit TAM a few times and view the progress on FM104. Sorry, I don’t have any info on where you can locate a Martin turret for the project.
How are the other turrets coming along?
Regards,
By: Steve T - 14th August 2006 at 17:13
Bob–
Email me off board…coincidentally I recently heard from someone who might have what TAM is looking for. (BTW, did you notice Al Stix’ post on here about ex-Emerson Electric spares available including parts for Martin mid-uppers?)
S.
By: turretboy - 14th August 2006 at 16:25
Welcome to the forum Bob.
I have been up to visit TAM a few times and view the progress on FM104. Sorry, I don’t have any info on where you can locate a Martin turret for the project.
How are the other turrets coming along?
Regards,
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August 14, 2006 at 2:28 pm