BenettonVW Administrator AVD Forum Founder
3,125 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Cradle type thingo..
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BenettonVW Administrator AVD Forum Founder
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Nice jig
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Last one.
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pyr0 flame-on
4,457 posts · joined Mar 2003 ·
that cradel sure is nifty are they made in the U.S ???
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SKEWtYpe3 Custom Title Time!
1,859 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
me and u jim been looking at the same sites !
Kustom coach works cradel Pyro, but u cant buy them, u just make one
pretty simple realy !
:bounce
Kustom coach works cradel Pyro, but u cant buy them, u just make one
pretty simple realy !
:bounce
splitbusaustralia Wolfsburg Wizard
487 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
ByronB - the sections are made from zinc annelaed steel (stops em rusting and you can weld through it). Does look a bit like stainless in my garage light...
Cradle is a great idea - however, my problem is space. I'm lucky in that I have a workshop that will hold three busses end to end and give me space to work round them (this is in an old inner city area in Geelong - generally small houses small blocks).
You do need space to be able to roll these things about and tilt em over. There's also the problem about where to store when not in use. If I spent more than my 'spare' hobby time on it I would have the space and a cradle or a rotisserie.
You can do a bus without having to spend too much underneath it - its just that I really don't like that time much.
later RobK
Cradle is a great idea - however, my problem is space. I'm lucky in that I have a workshop that will hold three busses end to end and give me space to work round them (this is in an old inner city area in Geelong - generally small houses small blocks).
You do need space to be able to roll these things about and tilt em over. There's also the problem about where to store when not in use. If I spent more than my 'spare' hobby time on it I would have the space and a cradle or a rotisserie.
You can do a bus without having to spend too much underneath it - its just that I really don't like that time much.
later RobK
nicko Officially Full-On Dubber
389 posts · joined Mar 2003 ·
What is the link to the website that has the frame for rolling a kombi on its side?
BenettonVW Administrator AVD Forum Founder
3,125 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
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vassy66T1 Wow ... are U reading this?
2,120 posts · joined Jun 2003 ·
Great work Rob.
I think I would have considered crying and walking away.
More power to ya
I think I would have considered crying and walking away.
More power to ya
sikdub Wolfsburg Wizard
571 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Love your work Rob. Hats off to you. Anything happening with the barndoor? 😎
Steven
Steven
type_one Custom Title Time!
1,161 posts · joined Sep 2002 ·
Rob you are definitely one talented man. I have seen cars scrapped in better condition than that. But you just keep going. Nothing is too big. Or so it seems. You must have one understanding Mrs too. I just have to work out a way of getting your knowledge and skills into my head. I may need a DNA sample. Is that okay? Guess this is one bus that will never be for sale.
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split-uterus Learner Dubber
9 posts · joined May 2003 ·
Nice to see that after the multiple encounters with strange units and all the bullshit associated, Leo went to the surgeon with the apropriate knife.
Nice work.
As I said earlier Rob, I´ll need to see you drive Leo across water and peform other miracles before I call you God. Maybe you can send me a picture of you wearing sandals, a robe and running a decent beard whilst working in your garage. At least then I can call you Jesus.
:jesus
A question for you Rob... Did the sticker survive?
Over and Out.
Latino Bandito on Two Wheels.
Nice work.
As I said earlier Rob, I´ll need to see you drive Leo across water and peform other miracles before I call you God. Maybe you can send me a picture of you wearing sandals, a robe and running a decent beard whilst working in your garage. At least then I can call you Jesus.
:jesus
A question for you Rob... Did the sticker survive?
Over and Out.
Latino Bandito on Two Wheels.
kombi_mad Seriously Crusin Dubber
158 posts · joined Apr 2003 ·
Hey Split uterus, so whats monte-video, would they have it at videobusters?
and mate, you really didnt need to put your sexual prefrences in your profile either......please!!!!!
and mate, you really didnt need to put your sexual prefrences in your profile either......please!!!!!
kombi_mad Seriously Crusin Dubber
158 posts · joined Apr 2003 ·
Hey Split uterus, so whats monte-video, would they have it at videobusters?
and mate, you really didnt need to put your sexual prefrences in your profile either......please!!!!!
and mate, you really didnt need to put your sexual prefrences in your profile either......please!!!!!
whatnow Custom Title Time!
1,000 posts · joined Jan 2003 ·
wow rob. beautiful work... and in an afternoon. OMG! are you welding with one hand while trimming another piece to fit with the other?
whatnow Custom Title Time!
1,000 posts · joined Jan 2003 ·
BTW how much does a naked bus weigh?
splitbusaustralia Wolfsburg Wizard
487 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Well,
Pulled some hours in the day job so I got today off - nice to know that your taxes are being well spent! Spent some more time on leo the 62 Split twin cab.
Pulling the subfloor out of Leo revealed this (really like this before and after stuff - shoulda done it years ago!). Suspect Jim Gow's panel really looks like this!
Just about finished the underfloor stuff. The plate is a bit agricultural but you'll never see it and I was reluctant to spend a month making dies and pressing a repro. The old metal had to come out though - the seam in this section was swelling with rust...
View from the other side - new pillar bottoms, sills, outriggers, wheelwell closing panel etc etc..
Metal finished the outer rocker. Good idea to do this while the subfloor is still out and access is better. Bloody thing shrank and pulled in a bit over the pillar (can't access it to straighten) - going to need filler on that spot.
Probably do the front centre chassis section tomorrow (unless I wimp out on it for a week) and then replace the heater tube. Half the floor can go back in and then I'll do the pillars and sills on the other side.......
later all
RobK
[ Edited on 23-2-2007 by splitbusaustralia ]
Pulled some hours in the day job so I got today off - nice to know that your taxes are being well spent! Spent some more time on leo the 62 Split twin cab.
Pulling the subfloor out of Leo revealed this (really like this before and after stuff - shoulda done it years ago!). Suspect Jim Gow's panel really looks like this!
Just about finished the underfloor stuff. The plate is a bit agricultural but you'll never see it and I was reluctant to spend a month making dies and pressing a repro. The old metal had to come out though - the seam in this section was swelling with rust...
View from the other side - new pillar bottoms, sills, outriggers, wheelwell closing panel etc etc..
Metal finished the outer rocker. Good idea to do this while the subfloor is still out and access is better. Bloody thing shrank and pulled in a bit over the pillar (can't access it to straighten) - going to need filler on that spot.
Probably do the front centre chassis section tomorrow (unless I wimp out on it for a week) and then replace the heater tube. Half the floor can go back in and then I'll do the pillars and sills on the other side.......
later all
RobK
[ Edited on 23-2-2007 by splitbusaustralia ]
Boozer Demented But Determined
1,999 posts · joined Dec 2002 ·
OMG that's a lot of rust!:o:o:o I thought i had rust, geez, good work on cutting it out and replacing it. looks a lot better.
KruizinKombi Seriously Obsessed Cyber Dubber
3,493 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
There is no doubt about it Rob, you are the man!! I love ya work. :thumb😉
Kruizin Kol
splitbusaustralia Wolfsburg Wizard
487 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Going OK with Leo - won't be that long and all the metal repair should be done!
Got the front centre chassis section in (an under-the-bus job I don't like much). Pic shows new centre chassis section, heater tube, outriggers and outer top hat sections (under floor).
Shot toward the rear showing new rear centre chassis section, heater tube, outriggers, top hat sections and a bit of the new sub-floor sections..
Pic of the LHS which is all done with pillars, sills, floor etc. Looking forward to picking up 'the most welded vehicle all types and years' at the Nationals year after next!
Right hand side inner and outer sills going on and new pillar bottom. Leo had been hit in this side and not that well repaired. Had to straighten the bottom 12 inches of the pillar and then replace the bottom due to rust. With the average accident repair and the rust this whole side was sorta 'hanging free' and swinging in the breeze...
Right hand side sills from the outside, also shows new pillar bottom...
I know he still looks bad but not that far to go now! All the under floor stuff is basically done thank goodness....
Still have to do the doglegs, the front valance, replace the rear corners, battery tray and deck and fit seat belt mounts and that's about it! He'll be ready for rust bullet and body after chrissy hols!
RobK
[ Edited on 23-2-2007 by splitbusaustralia ]
Got the front centre chassis section in (an under-the-bus job I don't like much). Pic shows new centre chassis section, heater tube, outriggers and outer top hat sections (under floor).
Shot toward the rear showing new rear centre chassis section, heater tube, outriggers, top hat sections and a bit of the new sub-floor sections..
Pic of the LHS which is all done with pillars, sills, floor etc. Looking forward to picking up 'the most welded vehicle all types and years' at the Nationals year after next!
Right hand side inner and outer sills going on and new pillar bottom. Leo had been hit in this side and not that well repaired. Had to straighten the bottom 12 inches of the pillar and then replace the bottom due to rust. With the average accident repair and the rust this whole side was sorta 'hanging free' and swinging in the breeze...
Right hand side sills from the outside, also shows new pillar bottom...
I know he still looks bad but not that far to go now! All the under floor stuff is basically done thank goodness....
Still have to do the doglegs, the front valance, replace the rear corners, battery tray and deck and fit seat belt mounts and that's about it! He'll be ready for rust bullet and body after chrissy hols!
RobK
[ Edited on 23-2-2007 by splitbusaustralia ]
72TWINCAB Fahrvergnugen
978 posts · joined Feb 2003 ·
I love seeing your updates Rob. Your work is second to none. Can't wait to see Leo finished. The twincab splitscreen Kombi is the car a lust over most.
Keep up the great work and as always keep us updated:thumb
Keep up the great work and as always keep us updated:thumb
MickH Hairy Gutted Sloth
3,389 posts · joined Sep 2003 ·
Well what else could anyone possibly say....Thats commitment!!!!Looks VERY GOOD and proffesional!! Keep up the good work. Looking forward to more update shots!!!:bounce:bounce
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vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday
16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Looks great Rob
whats the chequer plate for ???
whats the chequer plate for ???
I read it on FACEBOOK so it must be true
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=91278&page=1#pid848630
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=63561&page=1#pid624099
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=4832&page=1#pid452603
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=60650&page=1#pid574409
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=91278&page=1#pid848630
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=63561&page=1#pid624099
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=4832&page=1#pid452603
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=60650&page=1#pid574409
splitbusaustralia Wolfsburg Wizard
487 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
The chequer plate is there to replace the holey rusty mess shown at the rear in the photo below dave!
Seriously, I need a split to drive and I want to get the twinny on the road as a running working truck as quickly as I can - it won't be a 'restored' bus in that sense - perhaps 'saved' is a better word?
Utes have a 'special' or different pressing here (compared to 'normal' splitbusses)and I was reluctant to spend lots of time and money developing dies etc to repro a piece...
The plate is a bit agricutural but it will be behind the fuel tank and the partition and you'd never really know it was there (unless someone was silly enough to post photos of it of course...).
I'll probably plate the tray for the same reasons. I could use a whole bunch of my cargo floor repair sections on it but the cargo floor profile isn't right for a ute tray and SOME OLD BASTARD would INVARIABLY pick it anyway 😉
RobK
[ Edited on 23-2-2007 by splitbusaustralia ]
Seriously, I need a split to drive and I want to get the twinny on the road as a running working truck as quickly as I can - it won't be a 'restored' bus in that sense - perhaps 'saved' is a better word?
Utes have a 'special' or different pressing here (compared to 'normal' splitbusses)and I was reluctant to spend lots of time and money developing dies etc to repro a piece...
The plate is a bit agricutural but it will be behind the fuel tank and the partition and you'd never really know it was there (unless someone was silly enough to post photos of it of course...).
I'll probably plate the tray for the same reasons. I could use a whole bunch of my cargo floor repair sections on it but the cargo floor profile isn't right for a ute tray and SOME OLD BASTARD would INVARIABLY pick it anyway 😉
RobK
[ Edited on 23-2-2007 by splitbusaustralia ]
vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday
16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Wise moove dont post pics of it. Yeah yr right no one will see it and u need a driver strong n tuff.
I read it on FACEBOOK so it must be true
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=91278&page=1#pid848630
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=63561&page=1#pid624099
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=4832&page=1#pid452603
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=60650&page=1#pid574409
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=91278&page=1#pid848630
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=63561&page=1#pid624099
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=4832&page=1#pid452603
http://forums.aussieveedubbers.com/viewtopic.php?tid=60650&page=1#pid574409
57kombi Hannover Elder
2,544 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
If anyone picks you up on it. Just ask to see there's
Good work Rob.
Cheers
Dave
Good work Rob.
Cheers
Dave
sikdub Wolfsburg Wizard
571 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Never cease to amaze me Rob. That new metal nderneath looks great. But then again so doesthe other stuff you've done. :thumb:thumb
Steven
Steven
splitbusaustralia Wolfsburg Wizard
487 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Well,
Got to work Cup Day so I took today off and kidz were at school, Chrissy at work so.....plenty of time to do the housework..
A shot of the previously 'repaired' accident damage on leo's right hand side - the b pillar isn't connected to anything (!), note uncorrected damage at bottom of pillar and guess ay the amount of bog on the outside given the state of the inside braces (still coughing from grinding it out coff coff...)
coff coff - fixed that up and also got the inner and outer rockers finished.....
coff coff - shot of the new outer top hat section, outrigger, pillar bottom and closed the bottom of the bulkhead
coff coff - shot from the front RHS wheel well...not as bad as the other side and I had an easy time here....once again the new dogleg will cover most of this...
leo lives! Unfortunately I may not coff coff
RobK
coff coff
[ Edited on 23-2-2007 by splitbusaustralia ]
Got to work Cup Day so I took today off and kidz were at school, Chrissy at work so.....plenty of time to do the housework..
A shot of the previously 'repaired' accident damage on leo's right hand side - the b pillar isn't connected to anything (!), note uncorrected damage at bottom of pillar and guess ay the amount of bog on the outside given the state of the inside braces (still coughing from grinding it out coff coff...)
coff coff - fixed that up and also got the inner and outer rockers finished.....
coff coff - shot of the new outer top hat section, outrigger, pillar bottom and closed the bottom of the bulkhead
coff coff - shot from the front RHS wheel well...not as bad as the other side and I had an easy time here....once again the new dogleg will cover most of this...
leo lives! Unfortunately I may not coff coff
RobK
coff coff
[ Edited on 23-2-2007 by splitbusaustralia ]
modulus Veteran Volks Folk
2,009 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·
Never sick of it - bring it on. I love seeing Leo brought back to life the right way.
Grey 57 Old Grey Cruiser
2,937 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·
Luv ya work Rob. Always so thorough. :thumb
Keep it up.
Any chance of bringing the oval over for a few little repairs 😀 Only joking
Keep it up.
Any chance of bringing the oval over for a few little repairs 😀 Only joking