Australian 2 pounder resto

[colin jones]

Hi all, I have started the cannon base in the carrier which is made up of individual pieces and quite a few of them at that. Unfortunately the one with the carrier is too far gone but a good template. Whan they made these,they were very precise with their construction so it is a time consuming item to make but also critical as far as measurements are concerned. If it not correct it just won,t fit. In order to make sure it will I have tacked it together first then I will fit the unit then fully weld later.
Colin.

[RichardT10829]

Colin i have to ask this, and i am sorry if you have mentioned it before........ Are you a sheet metal fabricator by trade ? or is this just a great skill you have ?

I will no doubt be seeking advice from you when i start the mamoth task of replacing all the missing steel from the Fergus Carrier.


Richie

PS loving the fish !!! i bet he was really made up

[colin jones]

Hi Richard, I do work in the metal industry but not as a sheet metal worker, more steel fabrication.
The best advice I can give you for your steelwork is do one section at a time and complete it. If you try and do everything at once it can become a bit overwhelming.
Colin.

[colin jones]

Back again, fits very well and it is now fully welded. Time to start fabrication of the cannon mount. A bit more intricate and very precise part of this resto.
Colin.

[colin jones]

Hi All, started the mechanno base for the cannon. This is just the start and it is about 8-9 hours for these parts.
Colin.

[colin jones]

Measure, draw, cut, fold, hammer, weld, grind, have tea, go to bed?

[Lynn Eades]

And then what happened?