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  1. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Thanks A bunch Mullaney! I was hoping to drive it at least once this summer but that ain’t happening. Gosh dang stuff is expensive these days. Tires wiped out my budget for a while. But fixing rust is free!! It is registered insured now. It was a bit of a hassle but a cpl trips to dmv and all...
  2. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Both front fenders buttoned up, addressing the hood is next. It has a good whack in the front. The truck was missing all blackout lights. Installed those and made brackets so they arent attached to fender anymore. Less holes in it the better? The front grill was missing also. Had to fab...
  3. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Both front fenders buttoned up, addressing the hood is next. It has a good whack in the front. The truck was missing all blackout lights. Installed those and made brackets so they arent attached to fender anymore. Less holes in it the better? The front grill was missing also. Decided to fab...
  4. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Heres a shot after putting on new shoes. The only progress in a bit. A pricey one at that.. Im not sure itll be on the road this summer..Still too much to do and spend to make it streetable. Patience is not my virtue.
  5. irnworker433

    Shrinking bent trailer cross beams. M870A1

    Nothing like a oxy acetylene torch to persuade things to shape up!! Good job..
  6. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Dad was a tough ole Marine. Hoo raaa! His happy place was being in the deserts southwest racing dirt bikes and off road cars. I’ll be putting his name somewhere on my truck. Thanks gents for condolences.
  7. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    We’ll Marchplumber thanks for askin!! Actually the last month or so I’ve just been able to finish up the drivers front fender repair and I think I have the brakes figgered out. Lost my father a few weeks ago and I was in CA. taking care of family stuff. I’m also ripping the carpet in my house...
  8. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Thanks again guys. The underside came out like the top. I’ll take a pic and post. I was thinking the same thing not to make it too good to match the rest of the truck. Doing bodywork isn’t as bad as I thought even w all the rust Marchplumber bring that deuce on over and bring beverages. We’ll...
  9. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Drivers fender nearly complete. Disclaimer this is my first attempt at body work. Both fenders were rusted out the same. All rust was cut out and replaced. Will try to do better w the passenger fender.
  10. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    So I finally have the winch all buttoned up...Whatta chore!! Feels good to fix something that was barely salvageable and needed alotta love!! It was a bitch getting the holes all back aligned aftyer it all was ripped apart by a huge tree.. Fender repairs underway also... One thing at a...
  11. irnworker433

    Military vehicle and custom car show. Catskill mountains.

    Yes. The other show will be at a restaurant a cpl min away from mountain. Different event on Sunday if it works out. I’ve been on vacation sorry for the delay. I should find out this week.
  12. irnworker433

    Military vehicle and custom car show. Catskill mountains.

    Here’s the flyer. It don’t specifically say military vehicles but there will be quite a few showing up!! This being our first event like this. If it’s a success, next year will be even better! Plz call Alex Sines on the flyer for details. Or me @ irnworker433@aol.com. Like I said I’m trying to...
  13. irnworker433

    Military vehicle and custom car show. Catskill mountains.

    So it’s officially going to happen!! Saturday August 6, 2022. Belleayre Mountain Highmount NY. Military vehicle and custom car/hot rod show. Tell your friends!! Flyer is coming. I’ll post it up when I get it. I’m also working on the same kind of show for the following day at a restaurant a...
  14. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    I appreciate it Mullaney!! We weld alot of aluminum snowmaking equipment at work. Lots o practice. Means alot man thank you and the others.
  15. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Inside bore shoulder padded up nicely. The side was busted out completely. Very oil soaked but we got her done. Talked to John at Midwest he set me up with replacement seals and bushings etc. have her tuggin once again!
  16. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Inside bore shoulder padded up nicely. The side was busted out completely. Very oil soaked but we got her done. Talked to John at Midwest he set me up with replacement seals and bushings etc. have her tuggin once again!
  17. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Mighty kind of you sir!! I started padding up the center section today. Coming along nicely.. I think itll be close to 100% functional again.
  18. irnworker433

    M201b1 1962 revival.

    Here’s a shot of the LU 4 winch before bottom repairs. And after. Really dirty aluminum case was tricky to TIG up w all the oils in pores but I have solid penetration. Now there’s a solid lug to use. Need to get the middle bore bushing out then rebuild the shoulder inside.
  19. irnworker433

    Military vehicle and custom car show. Catskill mountains.

    Im really pleased to see the responses to attend, Im working to make this happen. So far so good. Were in the middle of ski season so a decision-dates, probably wont be final till things slow down for us, They were planning a car show anyways this summer so I think itll work out with our...
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