Deuce project / Baby HEMTT

[Jones]

Latest update on my deuce project.
Got the cab on and am fine tuning the mounts. Next will be setting the engine/trans/transfer case to dial in the mounts. Then it's time to set the bed and spray some paint. Too much time, too little sense.

 

[clinto]

That is awesome! More pics!

 

[M1075]

Oh, that is the what the 5 ton axles were for. This will be one unique truck!

 

[Pappa-G]

Oh wow thats one of the best customes I've seen yet!!

 

[rdixiemiller]

Is that a surplut M48 cab?
I like the crane. That is handy!

 

[m.walker]

Man that's cool, what kind of motor and trans ? I wondered what the front mount was for!

 

[m.walker]

OK I read the previous post , I was under the impression it was gonna be a duece cab. I like this idea better! I've looked at them cabs on gla and considered a similar idea ( M55 frame , add 2nd front axle , hemmt cab ) it would be a lot cheaper than a real one , but I don't have the equipment like you do. I can't wait to see it finished! More pics !

 

[Armada]

Beautiful work Leonard. Done right, done once.

 

[red devils dude]

wow I didnt know you where doing that way cool

 

[hot rod deuce]

aw man thats killer....4 wheels steer i asume?

 

[Desert Rat]

Outstanding project!! I can't wait to see the progress.

 

[Warren Lovell]

ANd blue-print it for us too!

Make sure you take good notes!

Warren

 

[Jones]

Notes, heck... It looks like I'm writing a novel.
My buddy's thinking about using one of our other cabs for his own project so I/we are logging all dimensions and set-up tips we're learning on my truck. Lots of pictures too so I'll have something to share when the project's done. Have already had to re-design the rear cab mounts 'cause HEMTT cabs are heavier than we thought. The first one is always the guinea pig.

 

[Warren Lovell]

You should put the cabs at both ends. That way people won't know if you're coming or going!

 

[Polverone]

Jones,
That is just way too cool. Them rice farmers there (I also have a shop in Yuba City) will be falling all over themselves to get that for a bankout.

Can't wail to see more pics and when you get it completed.

 

[NEIOWA]

How about an FMTV cab - new @ Selfridge
Lot Details — Event Id 1607 — Lot Number 4502

 

[M1075]

Hey Jones-

How is the progress? I ran across a HEMTT cab and was thinking of you!

 

[spicergear]

OH NOW THAT'S COOL!!!

 

[Jones]

Hello and Merry Christmas to all.
The baby HEMTT project has slowed down due to my Guard outfit getting activated; combined with a deep-seated fear of running power tools in the rain. Am still making small parts like frame-side mounts for the t-case and side marker-light brackets so I can run both the blackout and std. markers. Had to make my own articulated cab steps 'cause I don't like/trust the two-pieces-of-wire-rope-with-a-step-welded-on set-up. Sent some artwork off to Polverone and he's making me HEMTT Pre-Drive Checklist stickers just like you big kids got for your deuces. Getting stuff together for plumbing in the air and fuel and enough black wire to wire the truck when it gets to my place after the heavy lifting's done. Will have more pictures and an update when I feel like I'm making some serious progress again.

 

[Trango]

x2 on a super cool project.