Hi Gummpuffer ................. I am a volunteer, working on the Sunderland Flying Boat project in Pembroke Dock NW Wales UK. ( see
Sunderland Trust ) I am delighted to say that from your posting, I have been able to identify in more detail the external rear Door, which, along with other parts, was given to us by the UK Duxford RAF museum. We knew that it came from a RNZAF boat but never new the history of the Axe and Fire Extinguisher cut out modifications. Thanks to you it's all clear now, so
many thanks.
On occasions we have parts that have been brought up by our diver's that we are unable to readily identify. With your first hand knowledge I was hoping that you may be able to help us identify these mystery parts quicker. If I contacted you with any future details or perhaps some photo's, either direct or through this site you could help us. Many Thanks ... he