Build Just had to treat myself for Halloween... 65 SWB

[DomSmith]

Brian-
I hadn’t used it in a few years. I think I have walnut too. It does ok but doesn’t always get deep into the threads of bolts that are heavily rusted.

 

[DomSmith]

Well these are pellets but I think from walnuts? What does your media look like? I’ll get a pic of what I’m using.

 

[tornadoalleycruiser]

Try this media, with degreaser and water

5.20 lb. Rust-Cutting Resin Abrasive Tumbler Media

Amazing deals on this 5Lb Rust-Cutting Resin Abrasive Tumbler Media at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

Works great, i prep all my disk brake conversions by dropping everything in and running it for a night. a bit messy to clean up but beats cleaning all the little things by hand. I would love an industrial parts washer washing machine thing but not really in the cards.

 

[DomSmith]

Had a great morning visit, coffee run and beach cruise to start my day from @landcruisnman in the MegaPig!

Incredible rig!

 

[DomSmith]

!0 days from 14 year ownership anniversary! What a great buy looking back...

3 days away from generous cruiser heads coming to try to finish this power steering project.

Hoping it can get finalized.

Due to a few more personal setbacks the power steering won't be enough for me to get behind the wheel yet but my buds will probably appreciate it and it may be enough to convince my better half to drive it for the first time and take me for rides.

I will update as we go!

Thanks for following.

 

[DomSmith]

Serious quality cruiser heads came by today and made lots of progress on this power steering project.

Shock tower on. Power steering box on. Alternator back on.

 

[DomSmith]

Another MegaPig sighting….

 

[DomSmith]

Tomorrow..

Welding steering column


Fitting column and steering wheel

Finalize power steering hoses

Reinstall radiator and shroud

Finalize steering linkage

Fender massaging

Should be able to move it around tomorrow.

 

[1973Guppie]

Aaaaaaaaaand we drank all your beer........

 

[landcrusher909]

Had a Great day hanging out. We pulled up and Dom was waiting in the driveway for us. Donuts and breakfast burritos started the day. Thanks for the invite Brother. Brett Noah and Pat always great seeing you guys

 

[DomSmith]

Luckily the grim reaper stopped here….

 

[Unimogguy]

This is one of the main reasons why I love this community! Guys helping out one of their own. Expecting nothing in return other than the camaraderie that comes from efforts like this. I’m only sorry I’m not closer.

 

[landcruisnman]

Brett has been slaying it with all his hard work. Just about done. Excited for Dom to have PS in this awesome 45.

 

[DomSmith]

So everything is done and back together except the drivers side fender which is off to a great fab guy to make it look nice and clear the box.

Tomorrow morning the final bleeding of power steering fluid, coolant and then a test drive! Soexcited!

Can’t thank this crack team of cruiser heads enough.
On this project…..

Hours of volunteered time/labor and knowledge

A few beers

At least 90 seconds of laughter (maybe)


Several curse words

One broken hand

A great show of friendship and love for fellow cruiser heads Especially one facing a long road to recovery.

 

[DomSmith]

Not only volunteering all their time, skills, etc but they came bearing gifts…

My first 80 series!

Battery charged overnight and my daughter Sydney is excited to drive it around.

 

[DomSmith]

 

[DomSmith]

@cruiserbrett. Leader of the project!

@woody… I have to say thank for hosting such a great place. I’ve met some of my best buddies here on your site!

 

[landcrusher909]

Badass ! Super stoked to see this. Now wheel the s*** out of the remote 60. Were going to have to build the family a backyard RC Off Road park

 

[DomSmith]

Still need a fender but got a ride in the 45 today…

 

[DomSmith]

14 years of ownership….