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  1. pjpiche1

    Closure On HEMTT Rim Adapter Plate Project

    Someone posted earlier about using thinner plate. The thinnest plate that will hold up to the deuces weight is 3/8". Rock crawlers use thinner plates. But, most of their units don't even weigh 1/3 of what a deuce does.
  2. pjpiche1

    Closure On HEMTT Rim Adapter Plate Project

    For the most part, the laser cut has close enough tolerances to weld together. On this wheel adapter the tolerances are fine for the center and outside perimeter. The problem lies in the 16 stud holes and 6 lug holes. All cutting tools have a lead in point. I have seen some pieces with up to a...
  3. pjpiche1

    Closure On HEMTT Rim Adapter Plate Project

    I am not posting to irritate anyone. I ONLY HAVE 27 YEARS EXPERIANCE IN METAL FAB. I am SORRY for stating the facts. I am SORRY I posted something that you didn't want to hear. I am on this site to help. If you don't want my expertise, so be it! I HAVE CONVERTED HEMTT WHEELS. LOTS OF THEM. I...
  4. pjpiche1

    Closure On HEMTT Rim Adapter Plate Project

    A large number of the posts on this tread are negative. Every adapter that is being built, that I know of, is using state of the are tooling and processes. The laser does not cut to the tolerances they claim. The laser does remove a lot of material which saves time and tooling. But, it still...
  5. pjpiche1

    Closure On HEMTT Rim Adapter Plate Project

    In atankerdads and 100dollormans defence, I build this same wheel. I have been in the metal fab business for almost 30 years. 220-250 dollars for the plate is COST!!!! I know everyone here in this hobbie would love to find a cheaper way to mod. these wheels. We are all up for new options on this...
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