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Wed Apr 10, 2013 7:54 pm

Major Woody wrote: Yes, what seems likely is the frame section where the box was raised was tacked in in the wrong position, possibly the result of neglecting to bolt the box to the section and line it up with the pod when tacking. It wouldn't move when doing final welding--at least not enough to explain the top of the column being offset to the left that far.
That's a lot of welding to cut out in a confined space. I would be tempted to shim the box.

Good grief, just noticed that. Wonder why they left it like that??

Wed Apr 10, 2013 8:24 pm

Because it was never test fitted before welded in place. Bad idea

Wed Apr 10, 2013 10:52 pm

WOW! I think it looks so killer!

Thu Apr 11, 2013 8:54 pm

Maybe some one should send a refund cheque for the steering box raise so it can be fixed and repainted. It's the only fair thing to do.

Fri Apr 12, 2013 3:47 am

Wow!

How on earth did the steering shaft en up like that? What's the root cause? How was it fixed?

Fri Apr 12, 2013 4:04 am

roberto wrote: And the hits keep on coming. :roll:

What a colossal fuck up that is.

Rob, that is you in those pics on page two. You worked on this bus. How did that happen?

Fri Apr 12, 2013 4:52 am

Hey Garry, nice to hear from you. I don't know because I don't do bull shit box raises, it not necessary. However i found this on page 2.

[quote="exciter"]Patrick I had several misc local weld jobs I had to do today but before i shut down the shop i decided to get your steeringbox raise done and out of the way so that we can proceed with your lower nose metal replacement! Heres a couple pics for you to check out!!!I went the maximum I could without having to modify your floor any. Should be perfect especially with thos "special" wheels that you will be rolling! :D
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Fri Apr 12, 2013 4:02 pm

kustom! looks killer! 8)

i'm gonna take a wild guess that patrick's next project is stock.

Sat Apr 13, 2013 5:23 am

I doubt it will be stock, he'll just find someone that knows what there doing when it comes to metal work and double checking stuff before they final
weld it all.

Sat Apr 13, 2013 10:19 pm

Keep going guys, the Great Canadian Show is coming up fast. Looking good so far.

Sun Apr 14, 2013 10:20 pm

Iozzio wrote: Keep going guys, the Great Canadian Show is coming up fast. Looking good so far.

Paul, we're in Ontario, and that show is in British Columbia, a 39 hour drive according to Google Maps. Likely won't see Patrick at that one with his bus.

Hope to have an update on progress this week.

Mon Apr 15, 2013 2:25 am

Wonder if it will debit at JJB?

Springfling is a couple before JJB.

Tue Apr 16, 2013 8:12 pm

I think he and Gary will simply shim the box to make it straight. If necessary Lanner can custom cut something to make it right.

Patrick was busy assembling the driver and passenger side door windows when I stopped by yesterday. He's lost his spot at the back of the shop and is pretty close to the front door now. I'm sure Gary just wants to see those tail lights going down the laneway at this point....

They got the bumpers on, red insert inserted :lol: and Patrick will get going on the interior very soon. Waiting on the sunroof canvas from Sewfine..... :roll:

Looking killer!

Tue Apr 16, 2013 10:18 pm

Tuned Perfection wrote:
Patrick was busy assembling the driver and passenger side door windows when I stopped by yesterday. He's lost his spot at the back of the shop and is pretty close to the front door now. I'm sure Gary just wants to see those tail lights going down the laneway at this point....

They got the bumpers on, red insert inserted :lol: and Patrick will get going on the interior very soon. Waiting on the sunroof canvas from Sewfine..... :roll:

Looking killer!

It is looking very nice. Should be a blast to drive! Hopefully driving it will help Patrick forget about this whole painful process.
Too bad about that gap on that rear hatch. What a shame. :(

Wed Apr 17, 2013 12:08 am

Quote:

It is looking very nice. Should be a blast to drive! Hopefully driving it will help Patrick forget about this whole painful process.
Too bad about that gap on that rear hatch. What a shame. :([/quote

The latch for the rear hatch has not been installed. Patrick hasn't located one as of now. When installed the gap will be fine.

Gary.

Wed Apr 17, 2013 12:22 am

Glad to hear that! Now I am waiting to see the interior. 8)
What's the time frame on that anyways?

Wed Apr 17, 2013 2:50 am

Looking super nice!

I should make time to go and see this sled in person soon.

Wed Apr 17, 2013 6:18 am

Freakin' awesome! :lol:

Wed Apr 17, 2013 3:49 pm

Looks great Patrick and Gary, the hard work is finally paying off. can't wait to see it in person.

Fri Apr 19, 2013 8:40 pm

Wow! Love the overall look.