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This morning I decided that I was going to look at getting Woody on his back, so to speak, so that I could check for the dreaded tinwork and get the bottom of the cab prepped for a coating of Rhinoliner. I made the decision a while back that I am not selling any more cars so want to make it as good as I can - in stages. So after consultation with grizz as to the best way to tip the cab I made a start at marking the doors for removal and taking the loose items from the cab... It was a this point that I thought the Covid had kicked in again as I felt like I was falling... Turned out that my Christmas weight had been enough to tip Woody back on the dolly he currently resides on making me realise that this was actually going to be a much easier job that I anticipated! Doors on. Doors off. Nah, couldn't be bother to take the doors off so latched them shut and with the aid of #1 Son, 3 old tyres and 2 bin bags full of rags.... Ta Da!  And after 2 hours with the Knott Wheel of Truth (tm) I arrived here.  I would have gone a bit further apart from the fact that it was. a) Cold b) Both of the Knott Wheels of Truth (tm) I had in stock were now bald c) The Bat Flu is still coursing through my veins and, instead of turning me into Bruce Wayne has in fact turned me into an old man...Knackered.... So a cursory glance at the bits I did clean shows a few pin holes but nothing drastic, easily remedied with a quick blast with the metal glue gun, and a small patch which I was ignoring previously.... I might cut this out but then again....  This will need a little patch  But these can be addressed with a blob of weld.   Plan is to get this all done before the end of the week as I need to have the cab in paint and ready to go back on the chassis before the end of the month as I have been invited to an 'event' in early April. Will update as things progress but, until the next time... ONWARDS!!! P.  Some impressive previous repairs under feet. I am sure you will find time between meetings, dogs, and feeling grotty to blitz your multiple holes. Progress was good today. |
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Good progress! And that cabs in great condition for the age of it
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"I might cut this out but then again...." JFDI... you'll (possibly) never have such access again and it will sit at the back of your mind slowly niggling ...
Oh, well done ! " Progress is Progress"
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Paul Y
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Jan 10, 2022 10:54:01 GMT
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"I might cut this out but then again...." JFDI... you'll (possibly) never have such access again and it will sit at the back of your mind slowly niggling ... Oh, well done ! " Progress is Progress" Already got my Yorkshire Tea 'CAD' at the ready.... P. |
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Jan 11, 2022 17:33:47 GMT
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"I might cut this out but then again...." JFDI... you'll (possibly) never have such access again and it will sit at the back of your mind slowly niggling ... Oh, well done ! " Progress is Progress" I was going to ask what "JFDI" means, then as I read the rest of the quoted bit about, it came to me in a flash of inspiration |
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Jan 14, 2022 19:53:27 GMT
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For reasons that I won't go into here I found myself with a Friday afternoon free. But without the required Knott Wheels of Truth (tm) to finish cleaning the floor, so I decided to do a little cutting and pasting on the pin holes in the floor.As westbay said, I had access that I wouldn't have again so...JFDI I did. I did try and weld up the holes but ended up making them bigger and bigger so....  Burn Burn...  It was at this point that I realised that my welding skills were slightly lacking after at least 6-8 months without picking up a torch - never mind a bit of grinder action, seam sealer and paint and nobody will ever know... Next was more chopping and more burning  And a bit more....  Looking at the pictures I realise that I am a bit plop at this but considering what I cut out....  I will take it. Hopefully the Knott Wheel of Truth (tm) will turn up tomorrow and I can finish off the floor ahead of some painting action. Onwards! P. |
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Jan 14, 2022 20:43:52 GMT
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Welding skills improve quickly once you actually have real metal vs gossamer thin metal to work on.
Progress looks good.
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Jan 15, 2022 11:01:35 GMT
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Wahey! Stoked to see progress on this again!
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Jan 15, 2022 13:29:48 GMT
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For some reason the weld is really really hard making the grinding down difficult to say the least. I have some new wire but am surprised if that is the cause. Maybe I just need a bigger hammer.... P. |
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Jan 16, 2022 20:01:23 GMT
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We are now a the part of the proceedings where this is more for my records that to keep you lot entertained. Knott Wheel of Truth (tm) turned up on Saturday but for some reason I had ordered 100mm ones instead of 75mm. Oh Sausages I thought but it turned out to be a happy accident as they are absolutely awesome when it comes to cleaning off the underside of a 56 year old truck...  Not a massive amount of additional holes found after a good clean just these.   Didn't have a huge amount of time so elected to finish off the drivers side - its not perfect but it is strong and solid so that will do for me.   A little more grinding and a bit of seam sealer and we will be good to go! Which brings my current bits of old Woody to....  8 - Yes I know there are only 7 in the picture but I lost a bit. So, fingers crossed I will be able to get a bit more time this week to finish off the floor, do another clean and then add some paint. Can't hang around, got a deadline to hit! So, Until the next time....Onwards! P. |
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Jan 30, 2022 21:28:33 GMT
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So... 20 days ago we were here.... What has been consuming the past 20 mind numbing boring days you might ask? Well getting to this point  Part of me didn't want to post this update as it must be as boring for you as it is for me but hey! Misery loves company right? Even dog couldn't bring herself to watch anymore....  Did also weld up a few of the redundant holes in the firewall as well as the one where the clutch rod resided.   Also managed to weld up the speedo hole but realised my mistake and just drilled it back out. Doh! What is the positive then Paul? 2. No, make the 3 things actually. 1. 100mm Knott Wheels of Truth (tm) are the way forward.  2. Sweeping the floor after bare metalling the floor and firewall Woody has lost a few more pounds. - Good job too as I have gained a few over Christmas.  3. The garage is actually quite tidy now.  This week I will be making a buy to get all of the materials needed to paint as pretty sure another 3-4 hours will get me to the point where all the holes are filled and the old underseal has been banished. Phew. I also had one of those birthday things a few weeks back. A positive on having loads of children, the majority of whom are now off the payroll and earning their own keep, is that when they ask what you would like to mark your King Day and you tell them they throw money at the request which means I was half way to buying another missing component.  Not exactly overnight parts from Japan but....  This is a pretty comprehensive kit and well worth the money as it includes new headlight switch, ignition switch, dimmer switch etc etc. Consider me spoilt.  Now, if any one knows where there is a t56 I might actually get somewhere! Until the next 'riveting' update and with ith the clock ticking until the 9th April deadline I will bid you good night  ONWARDS!!! P. |
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Jan 30, 2022 21:37:52 GMT
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Well, you got a beer.
‘Nuff said.
Progress.
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Jan 30, 2022 21:42:27 GMT
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Well, you got a beer. ‘Nuff said. Progress. I've got one too.... |
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Jan 30, 2022 21:52:44 GMT
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Nice, I find it really satisfying looking at cleaned metalwork.
The last wire wheel I got was from Screwfix, about £2.50, 100mm and it's holding up really well. Although it's savage and likes to kick back until it gets worn in a bit
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Jan 31, 2022 14:04:34 GMT
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Awesome progress, big milestone reached right there!
That new loom looks like it will be nice to work with too! Top result.
Belated happy birthday!
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Just a little Mojo boost for your truly as a reminder of what a truck looks like as opposed to a Meccano Kit....  Not long now..... P. |
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So, today, in anticipation of my good friend Jay the Spring Slashers visit to PY Towers next Friday to oversee my application of paint to Woody's firewall, I did a buy.  Please don't let this picture give you the impression that I knew what to buy as I was given a shopping list and directed towards Colchester Panel to make the said purchase. As Woody is an ex Forestry commission truck there is no paint code as such so I took a panel with me to get a good match. Don't think they would have had faded Chevy green in stock... My first time visit to Colchester Panel and it won't be my last. Very knowledgable and car nerds as well. Turns out we had some shared contacts from the past so the conversation quickly turned into I will show you mine if you show me yours. If you are in that part of the world I would thoroughly recommend them, plus they were cheaper than I could buy it online. Came home on Thursday to be greeted by a parcel.  Actually forgot I had purchased this fine piece of Cheap - for £16 shipped I will give it a go, I mean they are factory fitment aren't they? Not much going to happen this weekend as Lady P's birthday but stay tuned for laughs a plenty as I attempt to lay down paint.... Wonder if I should buy the paint stripper now..... Until the next time. ONWARDS! P. |
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PSSSSSTTTT ………. !!!
MOJO This.
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Don't know why but that always makes me do a little laugh.... P. |
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oooo cheeky bit of roll control  Fitting that to lock on the front brakes or lock out the rear brakes? |
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