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Old 23-12-18, 07:33
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Front floor section cut out of 4 mm steel plate and back section cut and bent before being welded together
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Old 25-12-18, 23:47
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Driving unit was then taken to another mates place to begin welding the hull together. The wooden internal frame was put on to get angles and panel position right
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Old 26-12-18, 00:11
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Rear panels getting welded on
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Old 26-12-18, 01:39
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Taking shape nicely so far, Karlos.

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Old 27-12-18, 05:03
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Roof then front lower panels, door frames and upper side panels tacked in place
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Old 27-12-18, 05:13
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Front upper panels and screen and nose panel tacked in place. Heavy duty military style tires fitted to jeep rims
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Old 27-12-18, 12:09
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Looking good.

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