02-08-2009, 10:25 AM
A quick update on where I am on this project-
I have built and installed truss rods on the fireman's side. I don't think I can figure out a way to make the truss rods fit on the engineer's side because they would interfere with the cylinder assembly and driveline. The truss rod would not be that visible on that side, anyway, and to install it would require a re-design of the driveline that would probably be more trouble than it is worth. I've also been working on the end beams adapting them to use HOn3 Kadee couplers and adding wood grain detail. I have ordered new driveshafts, so hopefully I will be able to test out the mechanicals soon.
I have built and installed truss rods on the fireman's side. I don't think I can figure out a way to make the truss rods fit on the engineer's side because they would interfere with the cylinder assembly and driveline. The truss rod would not be that visible on that side, anyway, and to install it would require a re-design of the driveline that would probably be more trouble than it is worth. I've also been working on the end beams adapting them to use HOn3 Kadee couplers and adding wood grain detail. I have ordered new driveshafts, so hopefully I will be able to test out the mechanicals soon.
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Kevin
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