My Resto Mod deuce build

[gimpyrobb]

What he said.

 

[M-1028]

Use either copper or stainless steel braid ptfe lined air hose for the first 3 feet or so directly out of the compressor. The heat from the air will eventually destroy hydraulic hose.

Gotcha, makes sense. The hose is rated for air pressure, it has steel woven into it. Hope it lasts.

 

[welldigger]

Its not the pressure that hurts it. The heat degrades the lining. Run it till it starts cracking. At least get your money's worth out of it.

 

[WRMorrison]

I have a little Viair compressor mounted under the hood on my Jeep, and I had to use a braided stainless steel line because I burst the brand new hose I made up within a couple hours of using it. If it will burst on a small compressor in a little Jeep, there's no way I'd use it in an application like this. Hopefully you won't have any problems, but I'd start shopping around for a braided stainless hose as soon as possible.

-WRM

 

[M-1028]

I'll keep an eye on it, I've used it in the past on steering systems that see around 250 degrees. It was free, so I'm not out anything. Thanks guys

 

[M-1028]

I'm slacking on keeping this thread up dated.
Bed build



Ladder and troop seats

 

[M-1028]

Scored a Warn 24volt 18K winch.

 

[M-1028]

I'll get some better overall pics of the bed and the rear fairlead for the winch. I also got some led headlights and aux. lights all mounted up
center console with ammo can, cup holders and a spot for toggles

 

[WRMorrison]

Lookin' good!

-WRM

 

[JHS]

M-1028, this build is GOLD. Very nice work and very practical mods. Subscribed

 

[M-1028]

Thank ya sir. I painted the truck and bed over the weekend, I'll post some pics this evening.

 

[Darkrider]

I am totally blown away by the detail put into this build so far!

 

[M-1028]

I am totally blown away by the detail put into this build so far!

Thanks man, really appreciate it. I'm really slacking on the pics, I'll get some detailed shots up soon.

 

[jake1086]

I have a very similar winch for the rear of my deuce, and I was planning on making a chain drive for it and mounting it right behind the cab, does 1st gear offer enough power to pull you out of a stick situation? I was planning on a double roller chain with whatever size sprockets I end up needing.

 

[Lieutenant Dan]

Could you post some better pictures of the boot guards and the winch mounting and around the winch?

 

[M-1028]

I have a very similar winch for the rear of my deuce, and I was planning on making a chain drive for it and mounting it right behind the cab, does 1st gear offer enough power to pull you out of a stick situation? I was planning on a double roller chain with whatever size sprockets I end up needing.

I had to delete the chain drive off of mine and it's still geared very low, engine was at idle trying to pull a a stuck 20,000 lbs tractor, rpm's never changed.

 

[M-1028]

Could you post some better pictures of the boot guards and the winch mounting and around the winch?

Sure can, I'm headed to the shop today, I'll snap some pics.

 

[61sleepercab]

What / how did you mount the custom steering wheel? I have to do something for more space for a plus sized operator as I am no longer 20 and skinny. Mark

 

[61sleepercab]

Forgot to tell you what a nice job you are doing with your rig. A lot better than a Bubba Built Rat Rod slap together toy. Good job. Mark

 

[M-1028]

What / how did you mount the custom steering wheel? I have to do something for more space for a plus sized operator as I am no longer 20 and skinny. Mark

I built the column, it's just a piece of 1 3/4" tubing with the common 3/4" steering shaft material as the actual steering shaft, bushings where used to keep the shaft centered and spinning smooth.

Thanks for the compliments, it's been a long build for sure.