Rusty cab items replaced

New YRM supplied drivers footwell repair panel installed and U-POL Grey Stripe seam sealer painted ready for painting

OSF outrigger top plated ready for some Hammerite and Dinitrol

OSF outrigger bottom plated ready for some Hammerite and Dinitrol

Reconditioned battery box

In preparation for the welding I removed the ancillary battery from the battery box.  On inspection it looked a bit messy in the bottom of the box so decided to remove both batteries to see if there were and holes.

After clearing the mud, leaves and sticks, followed by a good wash out and wire brushing, it looked very solid.

Quick coat of Hammerite Kurust anti-rust solution and gloss black smooth-rite and it's ready to receive the batteries again.

Next job will be to fit extended grommet tubes to stop water getting in.  These will be a home made solution created from large washers and bicycle inner tube.

New toy

Just been and bought a threaded nut insert tool. Great for putting nuts in hard to reach places, like in the extended seat tubes.

And the finished product.

Few less rusty bits

The grinder has been getting a bit of use today!

Driver footwell

Passenger footwell

Front drivers side outrigger top

Front drivers side outrigger bottom

Rusty bits found so far

Drivers foot well has a good size hole.

And a couple of small holes on the passenger side.

Time to get the welder out!

Bit drafty

Just need to ensure I don't drop the mobile or the insurance claim will me interested.

Well I was driving along and the phone slipped off the seat and fell through the floor!

Gearbox tunnel repair time

Better get outside before mixing this up!