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Old 29-02-08, 02:16
Walde Libera Walde Libera is offline
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Location: Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
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Default CGT frame work

Stripped of all parts, the rolling chassis was transported on a trailer and thoroughly sand blasted. re-worked the frame front to back, had to made new rear cross-member and repair a rusted through front cross member. Axles were at this time left alone except for removing the brakes and backing plates so I could move it around easier. Extensive use of the mig welder improved the look greatly in cleaning up any heavy pitting especially in the mid section where there was more exposure to the weather. A couple coats good quality high build etching primer, than 2 coats of the OD color coat finished the job.
Each bolt on accessory piece went through the same process.
I also managed to find a second set of 5-20 inch wheels complete with ID tags.
Comes in handy, leaving a swing set of wheels set you don't have to worry about over spray on the old set and damaging your show rims.
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