Poor mans armour

karlos59 · #1 21-12-18, 23:55

The timber is only to support the MDF panels while working out mechanicals

karlos59 · #2 22-12-18, 04:24

Radiator support made and welded to frame. Floor template made and fitted to work out transmission clearance and front panels fitted to work out steering and driving setup

karlos59 · #3 23-12-18, 06:33

Front floor section cut out of 4 mm steel plate and back section cut and bent before being welded together

karlos59 · #4 25-12-18, 22:47

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

karlos59 · #5 25-12-18, 23:11

Rear panels getting welded on

David Dunlop · #6 26-12-18, 00:39

Taking shape nicely so far, Karlos.

David

karlos59 · #7 27-12-18, 04:03

Roof then front lower panels, door frames and upper side panels tacked in place

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