Fifth wheel question

[steelsoldiers]

Good progress report Bjorn. I can't wait to see it all hooked up and pulling a trailer.

 

[ARMYMAN30YearsPlus]

I love tractors they just have such a determined purpuse in life. I know you are as excited about getting this one done as Ken and I and any other Steel Soldiers working on a tractor are. Awesome picts and documentation as you always provide make this the best web site on the web.

 

[cranetruck]

I'm down to final assembly on the 5th wheel project.

Here is a comparison of the original and my (should I say temporary) solution using the set from an M52A2. The problem was the approach ramps, they are shorter and lower than the 757 set.

My only concern is the is the weld vs bolt connection.
The basic philosophy, of course, is to avoid drilling the flange of the frame.

One day I hope to find the right set of spacers and the correct approach ramps.

Guess I'm looking for comments on the weld vs bolt connections. Thanks.

All hardware is 5/8" grade 8 and the bolts from the spacer to the 5th wheel are alloy steel flat head socket screws.

 

[devilman96]

Lookin good Bjorn... Loads of work and love but it's a great feelin as things come together!

 

[cranetruck]

Weather here in Virginia is supposed to stay nice for several days, so I went ahead and primed the bottom of the 5th wheel among other things.

 

[jh1990]

Looks good Bjorn, way to go.