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[rockb1]

Ya thats the plan. I went to Tractor supply and they were having a sale on their Hobart Machines. I was planning on getting the one with the gas attachment. And from everyone i have heard no on the flux core. I used one of the larger Hobarts today and was amazed how easy it was.

 

[rockb1]

What I did over the weekend

Well since I am waiting on parts still I decided to dig out some of the wood that I had laying around and figure out my bed. I knew I wanted to build a stake style flatbed with removable sides. Well I got the bed part finished and have to find the stake brackets next. I also am not too sure how I want to mount my tank battery box, and air tank. All three will be sitting in the bed I think. I took a few pictures so you guys could see what Im working with. any ideas??

 

[rockb1]

More pictures

 

[rockb1]

More pictures. What are your opinions??

 

[moronthethrottle]

It looks like you're heading in the right direction. Just keep the function of each piece in mind and place them where they work best...form and function.

I like the wood you have laid out, it's old yet solid.

 

[Bonehead]

More pictures. What are your opinions??

I like the look you are headed for, and I like the battery box too.

 

[rockb1]

I like the look you are headed for, and I like the battery box too.

Ya I figure Ill section the battery box that way I can carry some tools in there too!

Ya the wood I acquired from a friends house that she was tearing down. I left it outside for a while to get that weathered look.

Thanks guys for the advise!

 

[BigIrish]

yeah i like the battery/tool box. Maybe put it on the other side to offset the weight of the driver somewhat. Without a sway bar you might be leaning to one side, depending on how soft your suspension is.

 

[rockb1]

yeah i like the battery/tool box. Maybe put it on the other side to offset the weight of the driver somewhat. Without a sway bar you might be leaning to one side, depending on how soft your suspension is.

Ya that is a pretty good idea! The suspension is pretty stout. And with as thin as I am the battery would make the perfect counter weight, lol.

 

[rockb1]

Well I got the motor and trans in tonite!

 

[rockb1]

More!

 

[rockb1]

Few more!

 

[rockb1]

Last one.

 

[55fordtt]

Looking good so far. Can't wait to see more pics.

 

[rockb1]

Looking good so far. Can't wait to see more pics.

Awesome man, Good to see ya on here! so the 55 made it home, no problems right?

 

[rockb1]

Well I ordered my welder the other day from Northern Tool. I should have it next Tuesday (Hopefully)! My brother is working out a deal on a free Argon tank too. I didnt do anything to the truck last night, I needed to catch up on a few other things. But the good news is, I have my doors sitting in my livingroom. Man they are nice. Ill get some pictures up tonite.

I am still waiting on the correct front and rear brakes, and a few other things from the junkyard. Hoping to have most of it tomorrow. Im getting there!

 

[55fordtt]

Yep I got her home without a problem (Don't know how that happened). I got the cap and rotor for ya.

 

[rockb1]

Well i cleaned out my gas tank tonite. It holds water so that a good sign. There wasnt much rust inside so it was an easy cleanup.

Here are the doors too!

 

[Gastrick]

Those doors look to be in really good condition. Nice score

 

[rockb1]

Those doors look to be in really good condition. Nice score

Hey thanks! Ya everythign is there no rust at all. I even have the arm rest. One of the pieces of glass was broken during shipping but Im filing a claim with fedex to get it replaced.