Build Thread: Sixstringsteve's 2002 Tacoma double cab: Carlos

[sixstringsteve]

Then we put the tire on, jacked it up to full bump, and turned from full lock steering to full lock steering to make sure nothing hit.

Once we were sure nothing hit, we cut out a template and welded in our new sheet metal.

 

[sixstringsteve]

We checked for pinholes and now it's currently awaiting primer, seam sealer, then herculiner. I can't thank everyone enough that helped. Sorry I didn't have more meaningful work for you guys, but every little bit helped, from getting the pizza to being fireman to cutting, hammering, and welding. You guys rock!

 

[sixstringsteve]

You took MY JOB.

I knew you should have unionized

 

[Gravy]

Looks like you are getting better at sheet metal welding since the last one.

 

[sixstringsteve]

Haha, that's not saying much. I still suck at it. It's not pretty but it is functional and there aren't any pinholes. I cleaned the metal off a lot better this time, which made a big difference. That stuff is HARD to weld though. There are so many layers of seam sealer in between the sheets of metal. I wonder if the flux core gives it more pinholes. I'd love to try welding with gas someday.

 

[Bart]

You would be amazed at the difference. Only trouble outside is if the breeze comes up and blows the gas.

 

[Max Power]

Very cool. Looks like you guys had a good time.

 

[Rock Taco]

You know it kills me to look at this thread and see my former truck getting cut up...I think I might have to boycott! lol

 

[mesha]

Haha, that's not saying much. I still suck at it. It's not pretty but it is functional and there aren't any pinholes. I cleaned the metal off a lot better this time, which made a big difference. That stuff is HARD to weld though. There are so many layers of seam sealer in between the sheets of metal. I wonder if the flux core gives it more pinholes. I'd love to try welding with gas someday.

You are welcome to borrow my welder when you are ready to try.

 

[sixstringsteve]

You know it kills me to look at this thread and see my former truck getting cut up...I think I might have to boycott! lol

I'll bet it does! Boycot it for a week or two, then you'll like what you see. Just know that it will continue to be loved and well-used.

 

[ricsrx]

lets get more heat in the garage, i can see them filing a grievance for inhospitable working conditions....lets see I saw documented photos of 3.5 guys frezzing, that would be double time at the rate of pizza + drinks=????

Nice work

 

[Gravy]

Gas and .025 wire. Much easier

 

[sixstringsteve]

lets get more heat in the garage, i can see them filing a grievance for inhospitable working conditions....lets see I saw documented photos of 3.5 guys frezzing, that would be double time at the rate of pizza + drinks=????

actually, it was so toasty we had guys working in short-sleeve shirts most of the day.

 

[sixstringsteve]

I got some primer on it.

 

[Deleted member 12904]

Looks Good! Next time you have the welder out you should do some tube caps on those sliders. And welding with gas is the only way to go. Do you have a regulator and just need a bottle? or do you need the whole setup?

 

[sLcREX]

I really like that you tub the wells personally, I hate when I stuff the tire and hear rubbing. This is something I would like to do eventually as well

 

[sixstringsteve]

Thanks, I hate rubbing tires too. Not only is it annoying, but it can lead to breaking an axle shaft.

 

[Rot Box]

Lookin good. I love those upper control arms

 

[sixstringsteve]

I cranked up the heaters and unloaded a tube of seam sealer on the welds. It looks pretty sealed to me.

 

[ricsrx]

nice work, do you have to cut the carpet to lay backdown.