progress....
First, I did a lot of measuring.... Somewhere I lost 1/8 of an inch one side to the other... I think it is in the flex of the body, but it is too late now. its all welded up. and no one would know if I wouldnt have said anything....
Second, I cut some more... I like to cut. All in all I have removed around 26" from the overall length of the tub... Im not that good at math, but The 4 door should only be about 16" longer than my yellow (standard) jeepster.
Third, I cut my finger. I know it is little, but before you start calling me Nancy, and grow a pair, ect. It was really deep. I dont know what that white thing is, bone or tendon, or cartilage. AND I still worked for another 2 hours or so, till I was done... Funny thing is I was actually completely sober. not a drop! a little cut and some blood wasnt going to stop me!
Fourth, I did some more welding. Someone on JCCA suggested using the copper pipe, smashed flat and held in with sheet metal screws to help disapate the heat and keep from burning through. i could totally tell the difference, but not sure if i would do it again. it took a lot longer, and had to fill the holes from the screws. I ended up dropping the copper in the window pocket and couldnt get it out. the other side lined up a lot tighter and straighter, so i skipped it.
Fifth, I watched the super bowl.
The end.
