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Dual stacks!!

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by God prefers Diesels, Dec 10, 2021.

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  1. Dec 11, 2021 #31
    50WT

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    That looks like it came new that way.
    You did a awesome job.
     
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  3. Dec 11, 2021 #32
    Banker

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    Yes I have seen pictures of his work and he also does great work.
     
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  4. Dec 11, 2021 #33
    God prefers Diesels

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    11' 7"

    Yessir!

    These stacks are mostly supported from the bottom, as far as weight is concerned. So on top, I used fender washers. There's three bolts, and it's set up to go in a curve, so it's strong. I can't currently weld aluminum, so I couldn't weld in any backing. I did think about making a plate to go back there, but it's not smooth. There's some raised channels. The front bolt goes through several sections of aluminum that ends up being almost a quarter inch thick.
     
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  5. Dec 11, 2021 #34
    Cat sdp

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    Your overqualified to drive…… you should sell your fabrication skills…..
     
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  7. Dec 11, 2021 #35
    John E.

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    Great job overall, especially the welding, That is a good weld. I'm a Journeyman welder, a has been . Worked with some UA Welders. I do know a great weld when I see one.
    Also, that Rig, they are one tough piece of equipment. Can't wear them out if you keep them maintained.
     
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  8. Dec 15, 2021 #36
    God prefers Diesels

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    I went ahead and updated my generator box. Next step is a mounted fuel tank, and a kit that adds a fuel pump to the generator.

    Some of the welds are pretty ugly. My suggestion is to ignore them.

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    Fan was sagging on the provided clips, so I refastened it with bolts and got it centered back on the hole.
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    God prefers Diesels, Dec 15, 2021
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  9. Dec 16, 2021 #37
    black_dog106

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    Show off!
    As always, great job. As several have said, if trucking doesn't make it, your skills as a mechanic/fabricater will get you through anything. :occasion5:
     
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  10. Dec 16, 2021 #38
    RedForeman

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    It was really hard to pull the trigger on $1,500 or so worth of TIG equipment for a small stainless project. Now I regret taking so long to finally do it. Really expands your options, especially working with thin pieces. I haven't done any aluminum with mine yet, just stainless. It ain't rocket surgery, but does take some practice to get the hang of it. Finished product quality improvement is substantial.
     
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  11. Dec 16, 2021 #39
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    The beauty of the expenses though is that these things open doors for generating revenue after we're all too old to drive anymore.
     
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  12. Dec 16, 2021 #40
    Flat Earth Trucker

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    I snuck onto your property last night and reconfigured your tractor's exhaust pipes to a weed burner setup.

    No need to thank me. :iconbiggrin:
     
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