Above 1200 Sq/FT Finally build my, long needed, shop

[Michael B.]

I made some progress yesterday. I would have finished the grinding today if it hadn’t been Mother’s Day



I picked up the pace considerably when I set down the 4” grinder and picked up the side angle cutter.

 

[Michael B.]

I upgraded my 20+ year old HF $30.00 welding helmet. I should have done this much sooner! It’s a Hobart Inventor series.



I also found a good spot for my Direct Oil globe. I have had this since high school. I worked at this station my senior year (no they were not in use, I’m not that old).

 

[Michael B.]

I started the bondo work today. That 80 grit on a sanding board will wear a fella out.

 

[Michael B.]

I finally finished the initial sanding and laid down a coat of primer. In the last 12 days it has rained every day with a total rain fall exceeding 8”. I was concerned about leaving the sheet metal uncovered any longer. I am not displeased with the results. There is still plenty of sanding and touch up to be done for sure. Considering it’s been more than 25 years since I have done any major bodywork, it’s not awful.

 

[MWitte]

That looks a whole lot nicer than it did before you started!

 

[Michael B.]

That looks a whole lot nicer than it did before you started!

Thank you sir! I appreciate the compliment.

 

[Michael B.]

While I was working on getting the cab roof in final primer, it rained a little.



This was noon. Some areas had 8” by 2:30. It’s still raining and rain is forecast every day this week.





The far end of the muddy water is 3’ deep. My neighbor has a low spot
I sure am glad a live on a hill.

 

[Michael B.]

Slow progress this weekend. I applied some seam sealer to the rain gutter and started the next repair area. The drivers side step is a usual spot for rust. It’s not bad but it’s best to nip it in the bud.

 

[Michael B.]

I sprayed a top coat this weekend but I’m not very pleased with the results. The semi-gloss is a lot more glossy than I was expecting and it didn’t lay down very well. I will get some satin black and give it a go next weekend. I am considering buying a paint gun. These rattle cans are getting expensive.

On a completely different area I have the step patch panel trimmed and ready for installation. I will use the panel adhesive a friend has suggested and a few weld spots to complete the install. I could have finished it today if it weren’t for the father day festivities I did have the gift or my son’s presence in the shop this afternoon. That was great!