Poor mans armour

karlos59 · #1 27-12-18, 13:58

Thanks for positive comments. Jonathan It has been a challenge but nowhere near as difficult as what you are doing

Rob Cassin · #2 28-12-18, 16:36

When you are done please drive it up to me in Panama City Beach FL, so i can see it in person! Rob

karlos59 · #3 29-12-18, 06:34

Decided to do to turret got the base guillotined at sheet metal shop and bottom lip rolled. Base was then taken to have opening laser cut along with mg slot and vision slots.

karlos59 · #4 02-01-19, 04:59

Mudguard pieces were worked out and templates taken to sheety to be cut before welding on.All panels were welded up. Grille pieces cut and welded up and fitted.

James P · #5 03-01-19, 20:44

That looks like it is taking shape rather nicely and a neat project.

karlos59 · #6 04-01-19, 11:01

Thanks for the positive comments will keep the pics coming

karlos59 · #7 04-01-19, 13:50

Panels fully welded up and drivers observation port frames tacked on. Exhaust outlet done. Nose strip cut and bent then welded on. Doors cut to size and fitted

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