After four long years the HUP frame and body have reunited...at long last, the HUP is beginning to look like she should. This morning, Bob, Grant and I worked out a plan to slide the body onto the frame. The first step was to conduct some routine maintenance on the wheels of the frame that supported the body for two years. Surprisingly, the tires inflated and held (there was some moisture inside them).
We then lined up the back of the HUP with the body and chocked the wheels front and rear.
Out came the drag ropes, come along and Bob's tractor.
We used four by fours and other lumber to prevent damage to either the frame or the undercarriage of the body.
With some elbow grease at the come along, the body slid easily onto the frame. Care was taken to ensure that the fender tabs on the body did not rip out the gas tank filler necks or dig into the now famous 10.50x16 tires.
We removed the transmission shift tower and brake lever and carefully slipped the body home to where it will finally rest. Next week, we will install the wooden and rubber composite spacers and secure the body with the tie down kits.
Needless to say, I'm happy with today's progress. Many thanks to Bob and Grant for their able assistance.