Stormin 4,458 #101 Posted October 15, 2014 What's that supposed to mean mark ? James weighs more then me these days lol Mmmm! Tweedle Dum and Tweedle Dee. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggerjames 543 #102 Posted October 15, 2014 Hi all just a brief update on my build I've started making the rear body base here is what I've done so far 3 Ian, Vinnetrow and nigel reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian 2,417 #103 Posted October 16, 2014 It's really starting to take shape now James 1 diggerjames reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggerjames 543 #104 Posted October 16, 2014 Hi all I've had another night fabricating various buts and pieces I've decided to make it into a ballast / tractor unit I've tacked on the rear ballast area but I've decided I'm going to make it a bit wider , I've also started to make the twin exhaust system here is what I've done so far ! 1 Dibnah reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #105 Posted October 16, 2014 You can't attach an artic trailer to THAT! Looking good though. And twin exhaust? Well what can I say? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggerjames 543 #106 Posted October 16, 2014 Yes but it will have a trailer norm an artic as well ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nathanwhittaker 50 #107 Posted October 16, 2014 Why don't you do a draw bar trailer with a dolly on it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #108 Posted October 16, 2014 Swan neck going on top of that frame? Why don't you do a draw bar trailer with a dolly on it Bit old for dollies isn't he? 1 diggerjames reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 1,900 #109 Posted October 16, 2014 Looking good, maybe it needs turning into a heavy recovery truck 1 diggerjames reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggerjames 543 #110 Posted October 16, 2014 Ballast tractor with winch ! That's my plan any way ! 1 Ian reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian 2,417 #111 Posted October 16, 2014 Ballast tractor with winch ! That's my plan any way ! Well, that's your plan at the moment until it changes again Your right though, the back does need to be wider Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggerjames 543 #112 Posted October 17, 2014 I have now broke the tack welds off and stretched the body 240 mm wide it now looks a lot better more photos to follow 1 nigel reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stormin 4,458 #113 Posted October 17, 2014 I have now broke the tack welds off and stretched the body 240 mm wide it now looks a lot better more photos to follow Translated into English, does that mean the body will cover the wheels? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian 2,417 #114 Posted October 17, 2014 I think it will cover half the wheels Norm, a bit like a standard fender pan would.. Those exhausts are a bit wild James I see your running a twin pulley on the engine.. What's your plans for the unused half? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggerjames 543 #115 Posted October 17, 2014 (edited) Answer the first question it will cover all the wheels might aswell maximise all the room . Answer to the second question The pulley is there incise I need a PTO for something hyd pump etc or a big alternator ? I'm glad u like my exhaust Ian I think it will cover half the wheels Norm, a bit like a standard fender pan would.. Those exhausts are a bit wild James I see your running a twin pulley on the engine.. What's your plans for the unused half? Answer the first question it will cover all the wheels might aswell maximise all the room . Answer to the second question The pulley is there invade indeed a PTO for something hyd pump etc or a big alternator ?I'm glad u like my exhaust Ian Edited October 18, 2014 by diggerjames Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggerjames 543 #116 Posted October 18, 2014 (edited) Hi all had a busy day fabricating different parts of the machine I've widened the rear load bed which I think is a lot better it is going to look a bit like a Showman tractor / pulling tractor , which will look pretty good I think with it all sign written up on the sides etc , I've also made the rear tailgate door , which I've tacked in place , and finally I've started making the silencers , which me been tight etc and I like to use what I have available I cut an old car silencer in half re packed with wadding ( thanks Nathan ) and welded the ends up to make a pair, not bad for a first attempt and I'm pretty pleased with the result ! Edited October 18, 2014 by diggerjames 1 Ian reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 1,900 #117 Posted October 18, 2014 Good work James, you'll be finished in no time! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nigel 1,876 #118 Posted October 18, 2014 that looks 100% better now its wider james Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggerjames 543 #119 Posted October 18, 2014 Cheers mate it's getting there Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggerjames 543 #120 Posted October 18, 2014 Once it's all done I'll have to strip down and paint it all etc , maybe next year un less I find a warm place to do it! Want to get most of it done because I need to get my extension done very soon to keep SWMBO happy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 1,900 #121 Posted October 18, 2014 You have a very handy conservatory that would make an awesome spray booth.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diggerjames 543 #122 Posted October 18, 2014 That would also end in divorce lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meadowfield 1,900 #123 Posted October 18, 2014 I'm sure you could use it for drying.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ian 2,417 #124 Posted October 18, 2014 That looks much better James.. Wider is better.. Why does it look like you have stuffed someones white cat down the muffler in photo 4? 1 diggerjames reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ranger 373 #125 Posted October 18, 2014 How about something like this James. Cheffins Vintage sale today. 2 Joe the small engine man and diggerjames reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
