Thanks for all of the encouragement everyone!
XRCD011- The linex on the frame was something that I debated over for a very long time, and I'm sure that it will get many of the purists turning up their noses along with several of the other minor alterations that I'm making - mostly for safety. It likely would have been fine without it, but it's just that extra little bit of insurance and takes any worry out of the equation. It also strengthens the frame which is something that lends confidence to the 60 year old steel. I was sure to set it up so that seen items like the outside of the rear crossmember weren't coated. I'm not sure if the hat channels on these tubs come with the wood like they originally did, I'll have to check.
That's a great tip about the body seem sealer! Additionally, when it comes to paint does anyone have suggestions of how many coats of paint (or what mixtures with your hardeners) produce the best finish for durability? I know that I only have a single coat on there right now, but the durability is a little worrysome when I see some of the handling marks that are already showing up.
Claven: You and me both! The repro tubs are known to require minor fitting straight from the shop, similar to what you saw with the rear crossmember. Unfortunately that's the nature of the beast with repro products produced on old jigs and equipment. What I did do to minimize those problems on both the frame and tub was put bolts in every single hole that I could find before it went in to keep everything as clean as possible.
Vettes: It's hard stopping to take pictures - especially when you're working alone and have greasy hands! Unlike the tear-down where you were taking pictures to refer to later, (which is suggestion #1 for anyone attempting this. LOTS of pictures!) during reassembly it often feels like you're taking pictures solely to share with others and to keep in the build binder for later.
Johg2: It's quite the process isn't it? The tranny and transfer are up next which should be quite interesting. I ordered the overdrive and a couple of other parts from Herm. As you mentioned, a great guy to deal with. I'm looking forward to seeing how this new 30% unit performs. I know exactly what you mean about the militaria... I have already started picking up small items here and there for whatever reason. P37 webbing... helmet (which I'm still looking to find a liner for if anyone has suggestions) etc. The offer for small bits is greatly appreciated!
Thanks again for the encouragement and positive feedback. It make the process much more enjoyable to be able to share it with others.
XRCD011- The linex on the frame was something that I debated over for a very long time, and I'm sure that it will get many of the purists turning up their noses along with several of the other minor alterations that I'm making - mostly for safety. It likely would have been fine without it, but it's just that extra little bit of insurance and takes any worry out of the equation. It also strengthens the frame which is something that lends confidence to the 60 year old steel. I was sure to set it up so that seen items like the outside of the rear crossmember weren't coated. I'm not sure if the hat channels on these tubs come with the wood like they originally did, I'll have to check.
That's a great tip about the body seem sealer! Additionally, when it comes to paint does anyone have suggestions of how many coats of paint (or what mixtures with your hardeners) produce the best finish for durability? I know that I only have a single coat on there right now, but the durability is a little worrysome when I see some of the handling marks that are already showing up.
Claven: You and me both! The repro tubs are known to require minor fitting straight from the shop, similar to what you saw with the rear crossmember. Unfortunately that's the nature of the beast with repro products produced on old jigs and equipment. What I did do to minimize those problems on both the frame and tub was put bolts in every single hole that I could find before it went in to keep everything as clean as possible.
Vettes: It's hard stopping to take pictures - especially when you're working alone and have greasy hands! Unlike the tear-down where you were taking pictures to refer to later, (which is suggestion #1 for anyone attempting this. LOTS of pictures!) during reassembly it often feels like you're taking pictures solely to share with others and to keep in the build binder for later.
Johg2: It's quite the process isn't it? The tranny and transfer are up next which should be quite interesting. I ordered the overdrive and a couple of other parts from Herm. As you mentioned, a great guy to deal with. I'm looking forward to seeing how this new 30% unit performs. I know exactly what you mean about the militaria... I have already started picking up small items here and there for whatever reason. P37 webbing... helmet (which I'm still looking to find a liner for if anyone has suggestions) etc. The offer for small bits is greatly appreciated!
Thanks again for the encouragement and positive feedback. It make the process much more enjoyable to be able to share it with others.
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