Hauled two 1,100lb steers to the butcher shop. A 70+ round trip, only issue was the vibrating interior trim. I have to "retorque" the interior screws every so many thousand miles. Anybody else have this problem? Maybe I should just use some Locktite? Another benefit of an old school diesel I guess...

 

This would work better than locktight for the sheet metal screws.

https://www.vibra-tite.com/products/...-3-threadmate/

 

Can that be found here locally, Mark? Who carries that stuff in our Mayberry of a town, LOL

 

That I don't know. I got a bottle from a salesman years ago I also got a sample packet with some scope rings from primary arms.

 

I was taking a look at the springs that Jim Lane brought me last night. I think that with the springs that are on my truck and these that I can make my ride a bit more tolerable. I plan to add some air-bags for those rare times I need to haul something really heavy.




I also saw this today, I bet Jim will know what's wrong with the TV.





Jim I thoroughly enjoyed dinner with you and your daughter. Tell Rebecca I said HI!

Edwin

 

I believe Locktite has various types too depending on the application. Some are made to be removed.

 

Hey Edwin.

Just to make you aware.

Not saying you shouldn't put them in, but Terry Elders passed on information to the guys at Cummins forum, and one of those guys posed it somewhere here that the air bags that fit out trucks can cause deformation of the rear sector of the frame where they bolt in.

The air bags will "torque" or twist the frame, where they're bolted outwards at the bottom, as the main supports are attached to the side of the frame. If you overload the truck, and fill those bags up, the weight will push the upper bag's mounting brackets upwards, pulling the bottom two bolted flanges outwards towards the tires. Terry suggested that a cross-member be fabricated and installed to "tie" the two framerails together at the bottom, preventing the "splay" or "spread" effect that occurs with heavy loads and air bags.

The other option is to get air bags that sit directly below the framerails between the axle and bottom of the frame's c channel. Not sure of anyone who makes one, but I've thought of ordering a kit, and making my own brackets re-orienting the bags directly below the frame.

As you can see, these attach to the the outside of the framerail.

 

I had previously mentioned I might put air ride seat in my dodge if the one I'm installing in my Fuso worked out well.

Yesterday, I finished up the fabrication and installation. Since there is no company that makes a direct fit, I had to utilize a Ferd suspension kit, with an aftermarket seat. So far, I haven't driven it much, but the limited around the block ride showed me that I will get some lower back relief from being smashed by a "cab over" ride that I've had to deal with for so long. Better than getting rid of the truck.


So this is the air bag system I may be installing in the dodge. I'll probably use the dodge seat, but just put the suspension seat under it. I would have to install a up down valve on it, but that shouldn't be a big ordeal.

Had to "center" the seat by relocating it's mounting position, and also in order to utilize one of the original seat mount screws, I added a new mount to the suspension kit, as well as "massaging" the corner that wouldn't fit up against the floor tunnel..

Fun project. My L5-S1 will appreciate it.

 

Looks good T....what is the overall height of the ride ride assembly?

 

yes they do 4 different strengths. but for sheet metal screws. vibra-tite would likely work better.
Lock-tite sets up from lack of air (oxygen?) between the threaded parts. I really don't think screws through a piece of sheet metal will displace enough air for the locktite to set up.
Vibra-tite will set up with air circulation.

 

Just ordered some of that vibra tite today. Think that'll come in handier and more durable on scope ring screws, action screws, etc. thanks, MKnittle for the tip!

 

Today I worked on my trash to (cough) treasure rear bumper. The challenge is to use the old stock I had to attempt to make something worthwhile out of it. would have rather had it taller but it is what it is.
Here is the center section with one end sitting on top of it.

 

As always, it's looking good and I know will turn out spectacular.

Didn't know you had a full blown shop there, Mark. So organized.

 

We needed it when we had he logging truck working.

 

Ah, thanks for the explanation. I'll try some too.