Just got a Project, un-expectedly. where to start????

[Spike0180]

[Abscate]

I would Subaru the front end, the hell out of it.

If i read that you are new to welding correctly, you are 5 years away from getting this on the road if you work eat sleep like most of us.
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[greanie2011]

Some good news!!

I was doing some inventory of what was stored in the Bus after the deal was sealed with this bus (Got the title and im ready to move forward on the project).

I found this front section sitting inside the bus . . . along with what i can only tell is a very straight and smooth bus and only rust in the common areas (Rocker, Battery Tray, Front of cargo bay).
Double doors open and shut very nicely ( i mention this because im guessing the majority of the body is straight despite the collision that damaged the front of the bus).

Getting more optimistic now that i have this large section with VERY solid frame rails.

[greanie2011]

[mandraks]

[greanie2011]

What do you mean "Inspected" ?
Are you just referring to ensuring it runs as expected before modifying suspension to fit a Subaru . . .or whatever other mods are decided on?

THanks for the help and suggestions.

-John

[crukab]

[mandraks]

[greanie2011]

No such need for frame "Inspection" in the US. Especially for antique vehicles (This may vary by state, but in my state i can register as an antique and there is Zero inspection required).

[mandraks]

[motofly196]

Your idea of VERY solid frame rails and my idea of solid frame rails are very different. I don't want to take the wind out of your sails...but you don't know how to weld yet, and want to start practicing on the most important part of the bus...under your feet? You will be money ahead by getting an estimate from a shop that has a frame rack and is willing to do the work.
You see all that pitting on the rails, that isn't good. Price out some new metal from Gerson. Once you start slicing into that donor piece, you will be shocked at how bad it really is.

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When you need some inspiration for your perspiration, justvsearch this forum for “desert Bus”



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[greanie2011]

Totally do not plan on doing the Welding on the Frame myself.

Still trying to track a local (In Texas) welder or shop to take on this project . . .most seem to want small projects that are less time consuming and more turnaround.

And as far as the "Solid" frame rails . . . they seem to be in Great condition. Slight pitting and overall when "Knocked" with something hard give a good sound response.

I will of course allow the "Professional" who will do the welding make the call on the metal.

[swharris]

[greanie2011]