After…
Still not perfect.
Before…
Covered in sticky film.
Still not perfect.
Before…
Covered in sticky film.
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Based on the colour of the juice that got on my hands I suspect nicotine.
And that's why you got a smokin' deal!? 
And that's why you got a smokin' deal!?
And that would be what my kids call a dad joke.
And that's why you got a smokin' deal!?
How’d you know? Is it that obvious I don’t like to spend more money than I have to?
I’d have to agree that $50 for a working industrial machine is a smoking deal. The 110/220 —> 0-250v ac converter that came with it is probably worth 4x that on its own new.
The only downside is that all the accessories seem so expensive in comparison… whereas if I’d spent $750, $27 for needles wouldn’t seem like as big an expense… even though I’m $700 ahead.
Some parts came in.
Beck Arnley “555” TREs
Made in the USA Monroe “60 series” damper.
The only challenge is the taper In the bung on the ‘81 Toyota” TRE is reversed to the way I’d like it.
Does anyone have a tapered bit to match a Toyota TRE? Baring that I’ll drill it out and use a grade 8 bolt or machine the stud straight and machine a tapered cone washer to fit from the rear side.
Beck Arnley “555” TREs
Made in the USA Monroe “60 series” damper.
The only challenge is the taper In the bung on the ‘81 Toyota” TRE is reversed to the way I’d like it.
Does anyone have a tapered bit to match a Toyota TRE? Baring that I’ll drill it out and use a grade 8 bolt or machine the stud straight and machine a tapered cone washer to fit from the rear side.
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Oh boy, I've got some really good "bad dad jokes"... even got socks that say that as a gift from my daughters and wife!And that would be what my kids call a dad joke.
The latest challenge I’ve come across is that the taper in the Mini-truck TRE faces towards the back of the truck rather than the front.
The taper.
The old TRE from my scrap pile vs new TRE.
The 60 series damper to install.
The stud/mount.
The damper needs to be in front to clear the Tie Rod.
Solutions?
Drill the TRE out & Make a new stud?
Reverse the taper and hope there’s enough extra length in the stud for it to fit?
Add shim to above suggestion?
Other ideas and wisdom?
The taper.
The old TRE from my scrap pile vs new TRE.
The 60 series damper to install.
The stud/mount.
The damper needs to be in front to clear the Tie Rod.
Solutions?
Drill the TRE out & Make a new stud?
Reverse the taper and hope there’s enough extra length in the stud for it to fit?
Add shim to above suggestion?
Other ideas and wisdom?
I never felt the need for a damper after i switched to Saginaw steering. That said if you really want one it would be pretty easy to just use a couple of u bolts to mount a bracket on the tie rod then put the damper between that and the frame. That's how the kits from rancho work...
I think I'd rather have that then messing with the tre
I think I'd rather have that then messing with the tre
Needles arrived…
Also bought some bobbins that fit. The new one is on the left, and a denim needle on the right (for comparison). They referred to them as nails at the sewing sewing shop (140/054). Now we are in business. So far I’ve found it’ll stitch through 6 layers of leather without any problems. Webbing also isn’t an issue either.
It’ll practically sew with cord… looking forward to making parts with it.
My older sewing machine with one of the heavier needles. The original needles kept bending rather than going through the leather.
Also bought some bobbins that fit. The new one is on the left, and a denim needle on the right (for comparison). They referred to them as nails at the sewing sewing shop (140/054). Now we are in business. So far I’ve found it’ll stitch through 6 layers of leather without any problems. Webbing also isn’t an issue either.
It’ll practically sew with cord… looking forward to making parts with it.
My older sewing machine with one of the heavier needles. The original needles kept bending rather than going through the leather.
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Practice makes perfect they say…
Leather lined leather treat bag. If the machine can do this it’ll handle just about any sewing projects I can dream up.
Leather lined leather treat bag. If the machine can do this it’ll handle just about any sewing projects I can dream up.
Shifter boots 
. Just say’n
. Just say’n
Shifter boots
Already have the leather. I could waterproof it, line it on vinyl or rubber… or not worry about it too much. Also thinking of upholstering one of my dashes… I’ve seen how nice they can look properly done up.
When I was picking up a spare motor from ‘Mint Upholstery’, the owner asked me if I wanted a bag of leather scrap. So far I’m only about 1/2 way through the bag. He seems like a decent guy if anyone needs upholstering done… beautiful work and locally made.
Next time I’m down his way, I’ll see if he has any more scrap and let him know I’m interested in it. Upholstering big chairs leaves a lot of smaller pieces left over.
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I know it wouldn’t be stock but I’m considering wrapping the steering wheel and the shift knobs… it’s not like they’re going to get wet or anything…
Perhaps I should install the new door weatherstripping first.
Perhaps I should install the new door weatherstripping first.
I picked up a new tool to use while working on the 40. Nov I need not worry if it starts to rain while viewing looking at online instructions, maps, or anything else. When new it was covered for a 3’ drop while on, and a 6’ fall while off. Given it now has a SSD, I don’t see any reason it couldn’t handle a 6’ fall while on.
I’ve seen videos of them being driven over by a car, dragged behind an ATV with a chain, hit by hard balls at the bating cage, etc. It’ll have no problem with life in a 40 series. It’ll not waterproof… only water resistant.
The best part is that it cost less than the cost to fill the rear tank. Since it was originally sold to the Canadian military (based on a serial number search) I’m having to add wireless capability, but I’m getting it sorted out now. Only thing left to do is decide which vehicle to mount it in and where.
I’ve seen videos of them being driven over by a car, dragged behind an ATV with a chain, hit by hard balls at the bating cage, etc. It’ll have no problem with life in a 40 series. It’ll not waterproof… only water resistant.
The best part is that it cost less than the cost to fill the rear tank. Since it was originally sold to the Canadian military (based on a serial number search) I’m having to add wireless capability, but I’m getting it sorted out now. Only thing left to do is decide which vehicle to mount it in and where.
It was advertised as 150’ of 5/16”. Only used once because getting a new winch with Synthetic line.
Based on my quick math it looks like it’s only 100’… but it does look thicker than my 5/16” line. I’m guessing it’s more likely 100’ of 3/8”
Based on my quick math it looks like it’s only 100’… but it does look thicker than my 5/16” line. I’m guessing it’s more likely 100’ of 3/8”
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That’s pretty heavy. Shorter the better, less stress for short line pulls. I prefer shorter line on the drum and then carry extensions for when needed.
For $25 it was worth the upgrade. I don’t winch enough to justify switching to synthetic rope.
I meant 3/8" is heavy. Not comparing to synthetic. If you can actually see how much you have, the 8274 drum is
designed for 150" of 5/16" so you'd only want 100' or even less of 3/8" if that's what that is. But it's also just
heavy to drag around. That's a good deal all day long for sure. I've been given two lengths of 150' of new
5/16" from 8274's. I used to carry them. When COVID first hit, the amazon sellers went into 'sale' mode so
I managed to get a couple of long lengths of synthetic for much less than regular price. Got lucky, the only luck the
whole covid thing gave me. But my primary wire up front is steel still, by preference.
designed for 150" of 5/16" so you'd only want 100' or even less of 3/8" if that's what that is. But it's also just
heavy to drag around. That's a good deal all day long for sure. I've been given two lengths of 150' of new
5/16" from 8274's. I used to carry them. When COVID first hit, the amazon sellers went into 'sale' mode so
I managed to get a couple of long lengths of synthetic for much less than regular price. Got lucky, the only luck the
whole covid thing gave me. But my primary wire up front is steel still, by preference.
I've wound it on the winch now. I'd say +/- 90' of line. Not a single frayed strand or kink. The original line was in decent shape... I measured it out at about 110'. For piece of mind I don't mind the slightly heavier cable. Breaking point on 5/16" is +/- 9000 lbs vs 3/8" +/- 13000 lbs. Given it's an 8000 lb winch I'd rather have the extra weight & strength.
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