With the back wall as warped as it is, it would drive me insane, If I were you I would cover it up with a headache rack, with a cut out for the window. But that's me, as canopy will help hide it but the real issue is that it is secure and well supported, which it is. Those warps can be hammered out with s hammer and a steel body block but it will ruin the paint. One thing that occured to me is when welding, perhaps adding some sort of heat sink of the other side might help reduce warping, like a constant stream of cold water from a well, if you have one since water from underground can be quite cold. and that way the welding on the one side will be hot but the outside is constantly having it's heat wicked away by flowing water. but I have no idea if that would work or not. other than that, you did a great job on this so far, mate! Keep up the fantastic work, I can't wait to see the deck once you're finished with the woodworking, plus the pipes back on and then the canopy after that. Putting some sealed storage boxes under the deck will be a great idea, and I can't wait to see how you make those. Do your best to make them as rugged as possible since they will take a serious beating being as close to the wheels and under the deck as they will be. if I might recommend something I would suggest a serious undercoat on them to reduce the likelihood of getting banged up and damaged from rocks and such. Something like those spray on box liner materials that are like a Uber-tough rubber compound. plus making them waterproof so they don't fill up with water if you decide to put the snorkel to to good use.
Thanks mate, while the back wall is shocking and very disappointing once i make a canopy to go on the tray you wont see it at all. The toolboxes will have to be made very solid like you say they will cop a beating.
I liked the the old man in the time laps racking up tinnie's🙂 I found my self saying before the video's started oooh its one of tims videos this should be good, and it didn't disappoint.
I can feel the disappointment in your voice when you reveal the back wall warp, I wonder how they get it so incredibly flat on the professional chops? My only real suggestion would be to either lay a layer of matte/semigloss clear over top of the rear wall only so it’s not as shiny, or even underbody coat in the same colour as the rest of the car. It’ll just look like it’s meant to be heavy duty and not seen with the canopy on. Anyway, entertaining watch, and definitely liking the tray and stacks style 👍
Tim, feel your pin, however, as you said your critical coz you know the imperfections are there, but hey, an amazing transformation, be very proud of it, i am :) Frank from salamander bay lol
Your a great jack of all trades, mate. Be aware that stainless steel is prone to shearing if using self tappers into steel. I would look at stainless machine screws, tap the steel frames, for the screws.
Hi Tim, what's with TH-cams notifications? I've been subscribed for years and never get a heads-up when a new episode is uploaded. This episode just appeared in the YT thumb nail gallery. I'm pleased to see all is well. Cheers
Hi mate, have you clicked the notifications icon ( the little bell) next to the subscribe button? Even if your subscribed i dont think youtube actually send you the video if you dont have bell icon clicked
Great episode Tim . I’m really enjoying your content . I am very keen to see more off the bmw as well! Is that still happening in the future once the patrol is finished?
Yep that project is still happening and hopefully sometime next year. It will be up on the other channel when it does happen as its all to do with the boat.
We look forward to every new video Tim. Keep them coming mate.😁👍
Great work Tim never worry about the back wall sure it's like biscuit tin you look at it and it twists and pulls all shapes
Man it’s looking cool AF Tim. Should call her the “Timernator”
Love your videos I think the general tradesmen knock around home Handyman with his dad can relate to your videos. Keep up the good work
Thanks mate appreciate the support 👍
With the back wall as warped as it is, it would drive me insane, If I were you I would cover it up with a headache rack, with a cut out for the window. But that's me, as canopy will help hide it but the real issue is that it is secure and well supported, which it is. Those warps can be hammered out with s hammer and a steel body block but it will ruin the paint. One thing that occured to me is when welding, perhaps adding some sort of heat sink of the other side might help reduce warping, like a constant stream of cold water from a well, if you have one since water from underground can be quite cold. and that way the welding on the one side will be hot but the outside is constantly having it's heat wicked away by flowing water. but I have no idea if that would work or not. other than that, you did a great job on this so far, mate! Keep up the fantastic work, I can't wait to see the deck once you're finished with the woodworking, plus the pipes back on and then the canopy after that. Putting some sealed storage boxes under the deck will be a great idea, and I can't wait to see how you make those. Do your best to make them as rugged as possible since they will take a serious beating being as close to the wheels and under the deck as they will be. if I might recommend something I would suggest a serious undercoat on them to reduce the likelihood of getting banged up and damaged from rocks and such. Something like those spray on box liner materials that are like a Uber-tough rubber compound. plus making them waterproof so they don't fill up with water if you decide to put the snorkel to to good use.
Thanks mate, while the back wall is shocking and very disappointing once i make a canopy to go on the tray you wont see it at all. The toolboxes will have to be made very solid like you say they will cop a beating.
I liked the the old man in the time laps racking up tinnie's🙂
I found my self saying before the video's started oooh its one of tims videos this should be good, and it didn't disappoint.
Thanks mate im glad you like the vids, dad wasnt the only one cracking tinnies just the time-lapse did catch me lol
Nice video Tim, thank you! And Dad's awesome mate.
Thanks mate
Great Music
I can feel the disappointment in your voice when you reveal the back wall warp, I wonder how they get it so incredibly flat on the professional chops?
My only real suggestion would be to either lay a layer of matte/semigloss clear over top of the rear wall only so it’s not as shiny, or even underbody coat in the same colour as the rest of the car. It’ll just look like it’s meant to be heavy duty and not seen with the canopy on.
Anyway, entertaining watch, and definitely liking the tray and stacks style 👍
Im not entirely sure how they get them so flat, painting it with matt clear is not a bad idea. Would certainly help to hide the imperfections
Your vids are getting better and better Tim.
Thanks mate
If there were no errors it wouldn't have been done by a skilled handyman, it looks damn good from my place.
Tim, feel your pin, however, as you said your critical coz you know the imperfections are there, but hey, an amazing transformation, be very proud of it, i am :) Frank from salamander bay lol
Cheers frank, we still have to catch up for a beer soon mate.
Your a great jack of all trades, mate.
Be aware that stainless steel is prone to shearing if using self tappers into steel.
I would look at stainless machine screws, tap the steel frames, for the screws.
Thanks mate. As for the SS i will be drilling and tapping the treads to use M6 countersunk screws so hopefully not issue with snapping them off
You could do a wooden back wall to match the bed and ending just under the back window .
I think a headache rack with the timber could be in order
Hi Tim, what's with TH-cams notifications? I've been subscribed for years and never get a heads-up when a new episode is uploaded. This episode just appeared in the YT thumb nail gallery. I'm pleased to see all is well. Cheers
Hi mate, have you clicked the notifications icon ( the little bell) next to the subscribe button? Even if your subscribed i dont think youtube actually send you the video if you dont have bell icon clicked
Great episode Tim . I’m really enjoying your content . I am very keen to see more off the bmw as well! Is that still happening in the future once the patrol is finished?
Yep that project is still happening and hopefully sometime next year. It will be up on the other channel when it does happen as its all to do with the boat.