2010 at the Hammond Barn

[RHClarke]

It is hard to believe that there have been no postings from the barn since early February. So, it is time for an update. Three additions made their way to the barn in the recent past.

The first is my heavily modified C15 dump truck. It has a well done post-war modification that shortened its frame and has civilian pattern dual rims on back. The dump body will be removed and will be used to store our scrap metal. The engine will be assessed and eventually reused. The cab, sheet metal and bolt ons are in good condition and will be donor parts for other barn projects.

The other two additions will now allow us to cut and bend sheet metal for body work. A metal shearing machine and a metal brake now adorn the barn floor. Bob and Grant welded up some rolling metal frames for the new machines and they are now easily transportable.

On one of my all too few visits, Bob and I tested his spot welder. We put together replacement lips for my HUP's large sliding hatch. Our first attempt produced varied but useful results. New tips are being ordered so that we can get a little closer to the bends.

The barn was a very quiet place this past weekend as everyone was busy with other priorities. Just as well, the big melt is on and the grounds are very wet. Hopefully things will dry out this coming week.