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Title: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on March 10, 2013, 10:15:50 PM: The transformation begins, well after Shug completes the welding.

From this

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/798fbfc78efd7fb3d27494838f95c4f4.jpg)

To this

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/216cbc847a7f843fdee730e8ae540627_zpse9f87f0f.jpg)

But first of all, lid off

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/51b14d5c8583dcf8dd8c30ab1411882b_zpsc5c2d67f.jpg)

Shug at this point is saying "what have I done?" Dave is saying not this again?

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/084fedb3136d49a3a8d43ad650a9c6c1_zpsafd39951.jpg)

Exposing the bad bits (well, its not as bad as Dave's or Bill's)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/18af297978bd0e8347eb2806ce463a1a_zps55cadb6c.jpg)

The main culprit

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/0faa039671e705fab551a77d449a84c6_zps599b9afa.jpg)

Preparing the new panels

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/f78e2b74ff7e306c2af5c9099ca7d6ba_zps7b85b845.jpg)

All this for a bit of space in the back!

Order in to Lenny for every bush we could think of!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on March 11, 2013, 07:00:37 AM: Did you phone the patient to see how she was? :o :o ;D

He was like a doting father when it came time to leave the patient in the hands of the surgeon, just hope she doesn't perish on the operating table, although he has gone private! ::) ::)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on March 11, 2013, 07:02:13 AM: Lol, I didn't sleep last night!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: ruaritreble on March 11, 2013, 09:42:24 AM: Look at the skinny tyres. And the gargae is so clean & tidy, how do you manage it ;D
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on March 11, 2013, 10:35:13 AM: That's it untidy Ruari, I'm running out of space! Lol
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on March 11, 2013, 11:09:18 AM: you missed the picture of the hole in the end ::)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on March 11, 2013, 11:12:46 AM: Forgot about that lol
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on March 14, 2013, 09:43:28 PM: Well, its starting to take shape, Shug is just about done with the welding and I've been furiously painting panels this week. But you know what they say, "if your gonna do a job" and all that.

The stages of the crossmember being replaced, great job Shug!

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/72995b46ecdad77410a46544b5e49490_zps50ffdeaf.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/decc46b8faff6bce76594449c41bec0d_zps8db79fae.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/579ba3d2a5dd7f8043f8d59ba787214f_zpsd00f65c8.jpg)

Etch primer

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/cdb66a64063e06443701a83b5f6ef2ca_zps266288fe.jpg)

First coat of primer

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/bf2720a2f8a64ec540da61b994a06b9f_zps25357918.jpg)

Side Panels rubbed down & etch primed

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/13d7c6c1947dc992a6ca3f6ff06acb3c_zps039a3404.jpg)

Panels primed

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/f126d364a122f0c0a69d70f1d22fd8ff_zps881589f9.jpg)

See what tomorrow brings!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: kevin18050 on March 15, 2013, 12:22:22 PM: looks like some top notch fabrication/welding going on there !
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on March 15, 2013, 09:54:48 PM: Yep, Shugs done a grand job Kevin.

Welding completed today, in addition to that

A Frame Ball Joint & Bushes
Trailing Arm Bushes
Rear Shock Bushes
And more or less all new nuts & bolts.

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/e2355ce796b3105f9d65b009061a2816_zpse6540610.jpg)

Couple of wee bits that was needing done

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/70702ec485658c22afed3452cedc1b44_zpsf3ade158.jpg)

Back to normal, at least until I get it home and take the tub/roof off again to start the clean up and paint the rest of the chassis before I start the conversion to SW.

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/f14f16ac0db8e307cdc34bf084b6a521_zps112ebde0.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on March 18, 2013, 09:13:39 PM: Well, since bringing the Defender back up from Shug's the cab & tub have been removed again. I also removed the seat box today to get access to most of the chassis to start cleaning & painting.

You don't realise how many nooks & crannies there is to clean, I think I have half of Drumlog in my chassis lol

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/c7c2a294ba3eb360d58cb140f6d92b7a_zps5b92edeb.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on March 31, 2013, 06:43:55 PM: This week has seen the removal of some more bits, fuel tank, sills etc

The chassis has now all been wire brushed, grinded, rust treated and a coat of red oxide

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/7c018bd174649ff637b2f2cfd5bc3ce5_zps3824f9cd.jpg)

Before

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/e666d2d954cf035e11b2fe7c94269b1c_zpsd6155828.jpg)

After, big difference

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/3fb9d57df7b2c65efda3b0e5e56fd64e_zps3840494f.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on April 07, 2013, 08:26:33 PM: Haven't updated in a wee while but still been hard at it. Thank god the light nights are here, progress has been slow due to only being able to work on it on my days off.

Stripped out a lot of bits, fuel tank, sills brackets etc and painted them all. As you can see the chassis is now completely coated with hammerite and what a sh** job it was, it was like painting glue on so glad that's over.

I've painted one of the coil springs silver so will be doing the same with the other side once I've cleaned it up. That's pretty much all of the chassis work complete so time to start tidying up the seat box as its not the best then I'll make a start on the rear tub as it needs a bit of attention too.

Thanks to DaveT for his painting skills today!

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/5ce54d1a78b466888c779277fb3b2748_zps730f0e96.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/fcf5290deb4cd86f56936ff09561fdb1_zps981f2082.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on April 11, 2013, 09:33:13 PM: Well, that's the chassis work complete thank god. Starting to see light at the end of the tunnel, not the cleanest job I've had to do. Glad to see the back of the Hammerite lol

Got some work to do on the seat box & tub next, not sure when I'll get to that as I'm working solid for the next week.

Some more photos

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/ff7ed9c362ca97f733a129e8f2366b2b_zpsd9133201.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/8698f57cd7cdc271ed101049e38855ab_zps40b44f7e.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/61891d28c25f78b6d252588284254b33_zps6d14597b.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Criffel on April 15, 2013, 07:49:21 PM: Looking good! :D
Looks as if you will be back on the road for the GRR!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on April 15, 2013, 08:13:04 PM: I'll be going to the GRR in comfort Richard.

Picked up the paint today for the roof & sides etc but got a few repairs to do first to the seat box and tub, hopefully get them done his weekend and get the tub back on then I can make a start on the painting!

Feels never ending lol
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on April 15, 2013, 08:23:30 PM: Think there will be a few of us going in comfort :)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Criffel on April 15, 2013, 08:25:41 PM: Hoping to be there. View looks stunning from Stephens pic, and without getting the D3 Dirty!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Flying scotsman on April 15, 2013, 09:19:53 PM: Looking good Stephen 8)

What all this about going in comfort!!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on April 15, 2013, 10:14:12 PM: Cheers Graeme

A bit more work than I first anticipated but as everyone keeps saying its a Land Rover. It's all been worth it though, learning everyday lol
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on April 16, 2013, 06:59:40 AM: Good day out for D3 and 4s :o :o
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on May 06, 2013, 10:15:07 PM: Thought I better update, I have been busy honest.

Defender is now on the drive with the tub lined up and bolted on. This has given me space to finish painting the panels, as I said before a lot of the priming was done but I've since primed the roof and rubbed it down ready for the final coat.

I gave the rear door it's final coat today and very impressed with the rolling method of painting. I wasn't sure about this but it looks great. It'll make the rest of the car look sh*t now lol

Tomorrow I'll be painting the side panels so I can get those bolted on but need seals first. I've still to get the waist seals so need to get them sharpish!

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/ea9e847a0363e6a5bf1041d563dc2565_zps83b1903e.jpg)

Roof still has a bit of residue on it from rubbing down!

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/ecafaa5ded7e6f047450db8b5c3bd932_zpscb1ba99a.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/49a0c0e3504d2b0d99a0a0daaa9389a3_zps5408a0f0.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Criffel on May 07, 2013, 06:48:51 PM: Looking good 8)
You are getting near the finishing post now.

Seeing that you have mastered painting with the roller, my kitchen needs painted ;)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on May 07, 2013, 09:27:16 PM: Weather was in my favour today so got loads done.

Attached the battery box back to the seat box with body seal & rivets, then painted the seat box, floor pans & side panels. I also cleaned up what seals I have and the side windows, they needed a good clean and all the old sealant removed.

I also lined up the tub again as it wasn't sitting properly. Roof to get painted tomorrow but need to acquire waist seals. I'm gonna plead for some in Wanted section before going to Paddocks or LR.

Battery box

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/9b04a34cee249913c38d4208c4eb98d1_zps202ea677.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/39c3f86319a349a207cb2e016f28a7ef_zpsa3ab8303.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/b7e4b33f104935846c97f11a8d1ec56d_zps1ce04aba.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on May 08, 2013, 09:43:18 PM: Got the roof painted today, can't believe how good this painting has come out, really impressed with the finish.

Paddocks delivery arrives tomorrow, this will bring the seals that I need to put it all together and small things like door strikers etc.

I'm getting there! ::)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/32488ea180da80a57f60b84671b2196a_zps18a1c6ef.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 02, 2013, 09:10:33 PM: Having been busy lately not been able to spend a lot of time on the 90 but got some quality time this weekend!

Starting to look like a Land Rover again

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/4a2d26c9ac579359ff417c5d548896f6_zpsf461a1c8.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/ebbf70345a4a29108f8361d7f8dad407_zps2d59be16.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/20aff3f11ac6568de354bb9b1eede239_zpsa36ae732.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/98e165361276521330fc6df246cfc268_zpsfe7dd4ce.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/9c96612af9d712fd27b2583f07d1154e_zps9bd28e0c.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on June 02, 2013, 09:20:01 PM: Just looks so funny on them wheels ;D

Was well impressed with the paint though, may need to do mine soon
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 02, 2013, 09:24:11 PM: I'll get the big wheels back on this week. I'm going for more paint soon so let me know if you want me to get you some?
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: ruaritreble on June 02, 2013, 09:36:58 PM: Quote from: Dave T on June 02, 2013, 09:20:01 PM
Just looks so funny on them wheels ;D

Was well impressed with the paint though, may need to do mine soon
I quite like the white rims. Looks a totally different vechicle now - so when does it get the V8 ;D.
I wonder if Graeme is following this thread ;)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 02, 2013, 09:48:29 PM: Lol, I couldn't afford to run a V8! Love the power though, amazin.

When is Graeme starting his, think I've got a couple of spare seals etc
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 03, 2013, 09:38:02 PM: Another wee bit done tonight. Started putting the footwells back together etc only a couple of screws to go in the seatbox and its complete.

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/3776ccd89ec72e61107007114dbe12bf_zpsa78d67e7.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 04, 2013, 10:08:03 PM: Couldn't resist showing the difference in tyre size lol

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/54274bfadf90b744fed05a2dd3dcb911_zps4f497e10.jpg)

The beast is returning, can't wait to get back out in it!

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/3fbcf8a54cde24be45572aec69298eac_zps481e529e.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on June 05, 2013, 06:59:42 AM: There's an RTV on Sunday 23rd, I believe it is Torphichen.

I think you should keep noddy's wheels on it though ;D ;D
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 05, 2013, 09:03:55 AM: It'll be ready but I think the Insa's will be staying on lol
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 05, 2013, 09:47:24 PM: Today saw a wee bit of shopping for paint, Shug had the same idea as I met him in the shop lol

Then, battery fitted, handbrake refitted and seats. Even managed to get it running for the first time in about 10 weeks, started first time without a blip, good old 300tdi.

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/aa304d6c0649251498583da6dd7daf0e_zps5e0b374e.jpg)

Lookin good

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/216cbc847a7f843fdee730e8ae540627_zpse9f87f0f.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on June 06, 2013, 06:59:18 AM: just need to powder coat the checker plate now a nice black :o :o :o
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 06, 2013, 09:39:50 AM: It's on the long list of things still to do :-\
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: ruaritreble on June 06, 2013, 10:14:07 PM: Wheres the sound proofing on the seat box?
Looking smart would look better with a winch.
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 06, 2013, 10:32:44 PM: Don't have the sound proofing yet. The stuff I took off was glued on and came off in a thousand pieces lol

I'll get round it some day, winch too!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on June 07, 2013, 06:56:04 AM: Quote from: ruaritreble on June 06, 2013, 10:14:07 PM
Looking smart would look better with a winch.

He has a winch that he uses .......... mine ::) ::)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 16, 2013, 10:46:11 PM: After a bit of faffing about its now ready for the MOT.

Had to mess around replacing the fuel tank etc but all that's left to do is the nice bits. Paint the rest of the panels, new door hinges & seals and maybe some proper sound proofing but these things aren't desperate.

What is desperate is getting it back out, very soon!

12 weeks later!

What's your thoughts?

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/19695e02230f73a7e0e4f04870b82ddd_zps929ef779.jpg)

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/Defender/424fd92351079f3dfde425910aaaff56_zpsb0a7cd63.jpg)

Bearing in mind it looked like this,

(http://i925.photobucket.com/albums/ad96/StephenOR/798fbfc78efd7fb3d27494838f95c4f4.jpg)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on June 17, 2013, 06:59:10 AM: Far better, a lot less clostrophobic inside. :) :) The paint looks good as well, have to have a go at mine to freshen it up a bit.
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 17, 2013, 06:48:58 PM: Definitely worth it Dave and its not too difficult or expensive to do!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on June 17, 2013, 08:13:33 PM: I like not too expensive
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: ruaritreble on June 17, 2013, 09:12:49 PM: Did you carpet and fit seats in the rear?
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 17, 2013, 10:48:08 PM: Not yet Ruari, it'll just be rubber mats in the back when I get round to it, possibly 2 seats as well but not in a hurry. Concentrating on the MOT which is Wednesday!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on June 18, 2013, 07:10:53 AM: carpet, but the back get full of water??? ::) ::) ::)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: ruaritreble on June 18, 2013, 10:46:36 AM: Yea but carpet dries out, helps omit the road noise to some extent and gives it that luxurious feel. Come for a ride in the 110 next time to see the difference 8)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 18, 2013, 08:13:48 PM: Dreaded MOT tomorrow, wish me luck?
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: python on June 18, 2013, 10:07:52 PM: Goodluck. :D
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 19, 2013, 08:55:42 PM: Cheers Jon,

I'm afraid it failed, requires a rear wheel bearing and apparently there's an issue with the passenger seat frame. He's says its broken but I haven seen it yet! :( :(
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: python on June 19, 2013, 08:58:53 PM: That doesn't sound too bad. Hope it's fixed quick.
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 19, 2013, 09:43:19 PM: I suppose it could've been worse. Just desperate to get it back on the road, hopefully tomorrow.
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: python on June 19, 2013, 09:49:29 PM: Trust me I know that feeling. Had my 90 for ages now doing a 200tdi conversion on it. Still haven't driven it yet. :(
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 20, 2013, 09:15:20 PM: We have a road legal Defender.

Rear bearing replaced and one of the seat frame brackets that screws to the seat box had to be welded so all done and MOT'd.

Bring on Sunday! ;D
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: python on June 20, 2013, 09:17:56 PM: Lucky man. Want to come and fix mine? :D
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 20, 2013, 09:25:35 PM: It's a good feeling Jon,

Glad it's over to be honest, well apart from some painting but at least I can have some fun at the weekends instead of lying under it covered in oil lol

Good luck with yours!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: python on June 20, 2013, 09:48:09 PM: I need lots of good luck. Once I find and fit an injection pump. I have the passenger footwell to weld. And two rear wheel bearing seals. That's it.
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Big Rich on June 20, 2013, 10:24:22 PM: I might do a wee drive by on Saturday and have a nosey on Saturday on my way to fix the S3 after coming back from Shugs funnily enough to get some more parts.

Rich
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 20, 2013, 10:47:22 PM: Rich,

I'm working Saturday but it'll be sitting in the drive. I'll PM you!

Stephen
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on June 21, 2013, 07:13:09 AM: You need to get a new avatar now I think ;D ;D,
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 21, 2013, 09:08:18 AM: I'll try and get a good one on Sunday! ;D
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Big Rich on June 23, 2013, 03:09:07 PM: It looks really smart, had a wee drive by on Saturday. You've done a smashing job on it.

Rich
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: tgreer on June 23, 2013, 03:59:54 PM: Really nice job. What paint method did you use (Brush, spray, etc) and where did you get your paint from?
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 23, 2013, 05:51:18 PM: Quote from: Big Rich on June 23, 2013, 03:09:07 PM
It looks really smart, had a wee drive by on Saturday. You've done a smashing job on it.

Rich

Cheers Rich

Sorry I couldn't have been here, ended up not getting home til after 8.
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 23, 2013, 05:53:23 PM: Quote from: tgreer on June 23, 2013, 03:59:54 PM
Really nice job. What paint method did you use (Brush, spray, etc) and where did you get your paint from?

Thanks

I mainly used the roller method, went on a treat and used the brush for awkward bits. I got the paint from A L Paints in Kilmarnock, works out about £17 a litre I think.
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 23, 2013, 06:00:05 PM: Got it's first outing today at the RTV, performed great and Dave & I even managed to sit in the back and have lunch lol
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on June 23, 2013, 07:47:19 PM: Quote from: StephenO on June 23, 2013, 06:00:05 PM
Got it's first outing today at the RTV, performed great and Dave & I even managed to sit in the back and have lunch lol

Bit uncomfortable though........
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 23, 2013, 08:47:43 PM: It wasn't that bad, we can't all afford the luxury of seats lol
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: tgreer on June 23, 2013, 09:21:54 PM: Quote from: StephenO on June 23, 2013, 05:53:23 PM
Quote from: tgreer on June 23, 2013, 03:59:54 PM
Really nice job. What paint method did you use (Brush, spray, etc) and where did you get your paint from?

Thanks

I mainly used the roller method, went on a treat and used the brush for awkward bits. I got the paint from A L Paints in Kilmarnock, works out about £17 a litre I think.

Perfect. That's what I wanted to hear... And what prepwork did you do on it before rollering a bucketload of paint on? :)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on June 25, 2013, 10:20:36 PM: Hi mate,

I used etch primer where required after giving all the panels a rub down with a 600 grade wet/dry.

Primed panels with 2 coats of grey primer, a rub down between coats and then 1 coat of the enamel finish coat. Primer was rolled on as well. I used small gloss rollers from Homebase.

Hope this helps.

Stephen
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on September 22, 2013, 08:45:08 PM: Well, still been at it. Having done the conversion I had to get it all painted. I've still got the drivers door to finish but it's finally taking shape!

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Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on September 25, 2013, 09:37:46 PM: Snorkel & Spats fitted today as well as a transfer box oil change!

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Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on September 26, 2013, 07:05:32 AM: you just need to get it dirty now!
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on September 26, 2013, 07:08:02 AM: Oh no, couldn't do that ;)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on September 29, 2013, 05:37:31 PM: So now Stephen has embarressed me into life with paint, I thought i would have a go at my roof as its had a load of filler in where the old aerial came out.

It really was one of them days though, first I broke my rear washer nozzle, I unscrewed it and pushed it through as I thought it would break if I tried to pull the tubing off. That was ok until I shut it in the door!

Then I put the paint down on the ladder, but as our drive is on a slope it all poured all over the drive!

Then worst of all, was up the step ladder to do the front near the middle and I fell off the top of the ladder, I now have an ankle twice its normal size, and you should see the sympathy I get in the house........... no I couldn't find any either.

On the positive side, the roof now looks really good for an outlay of £11.92 for half a litre of LR white, need to have a go at the rest in due course.
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on September 29, 2013, 07:41:14 PM: Lol, clearly you can't be trusted to do a job on your own.

Hope your ankle is ok for next week?
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on September 29, 2013, 08:03:36 PM: Wild horses wouldn't stop me,
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: StephenO on September 29, 2013, 08:09:17 PM: Maybe Tracey will need to drive and you can be navigator?
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: ruaritreble on October 02, 2013, 05:07:10 PM: Dave Naviagate :-\ I think he's got a hotline to Louise for the amount of guidance on the map work he has been getting ;D
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: Dave T on October 02, 2013, 05:10:26 PM: It's just the poor instructions :o ::) ::)
Title: Re: Truck Cab to SW Conversion.
Post by: ruaritreble on October 03, 2013, 08:17:24 AM: Tradesman blaming his tools ???