The side supports are too short. Also, I have the tools and desire to build, but rather buy them. You have no way of testing the capacity, and the pin needs to be hardened. Soft metal will just bend. My 7 ton stand (same style) has a 1 inch thick hardened bolt. I trust them, knowing it has passed safety codes and tested. There are other things to build, rather then mess with your life with something so important.
well done for the time and effort getting rid of that rust but it's the other side of the panels that will still let the rust spread as these vans tend to rust from the inner side out
Hi I love your creative skills.. I do appreciate how long they take to make and build as I am building steam punk cars from scrap metal. Unfortunately I do not have the skills you have but I do my best, I wish I did. If you would like to view some of my cars message me via tube or email Chris.gilbert@eastridingcollege.ac.uk. Regards Chris
Why did you put on new seam sealer on the underside ? Was it sandblasted off ? Preventative measure ? I had to reseal the body seams....judging from your work I am thnking, I might have to go back in within the next few years and take the seams apart close to where the rear side marker is. I just painted mine, lots and lots of surface area on these things and it took hours and hours.... cant wait to see it done....
I am making a set but from what I seen on commercial models the max height is never more than approx 110% of base width. I am also considering doing a bevel on support piece where it attaches to base
Totally disagree. Had mine for 10 years , living in a coastal city ,before my brother in law wrote it off. Very little surface rust . 1995 model, the most useful,lovable vehicle I’ve ever had - I’ve had 2 mercs,3 bmws, a Touareg, ….
