So we start dangling the cab on. The steering box has been removed and dropped to the floor, then we can just drop it straight on. I have to admit to a few nerves doing this - a heavy lift for the hiab, and after all the welding - is it still straight! |
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Went on very nicely - used a few bits of wood to support it, and make larger landing pads. | |
First the front is bolted down, as it lets the back pivot. | |
Then the back gets bolted in. the Middle mounts are solid, and the backs currently are meant to be mounted on rubber, which we don't have. So we used a bit of wood. |
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All bolted down now. I'm very frustrated by having to wait for the loom to be fitted before any more of the mechanics (radiator etc). Be a while till we can go for a spin. |
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Oh, this is the loom - or at least most of it. I'm _so_ very glad not to be doing it | |
Finally it makes it into the mog, there are so many wires, I have an urge to comb it! | |
This is how it looks now, very much different to an earlier picture Here. So much painting, so very much! | |
It doesn'nt need combing anymore, looks fabulous. Derek has done a fantastic job. All brand new and properly made. | |
Which allows us to start putting the dials and switches in, making the cab fantastic. Going to brush paint one of the doghouse covers so I can bolt the seat in. We need to terminate a couple of wires, fit the seat, fit the radiator and put trans oils in - then we can drive round the farm! |
More soon.