Mike's 1973 D22 Complete tear out. From the Roof down!

[RockwoodMike]

Actually I'm rather excited about the steering column restoration.Oh yeah don't forget the powder coat.

I got shipping confirmation on 2 of the 3 parts and on the powder coat..And on the cruise control..

This cruise control was found by the seller at a garage sale in a sealed box..I had this kit when I was a kid in the 70s for my Datsun pickup..
Had the pickup all customized out..Then someone stole it..sad day..

[RockwoodMike]

American Made Quality..

Wire end terminal are needed to rewire everything..Bought some China import..Sad!

Bought some American made ..Much better quality..Here are some pictures

Ebay seller for the American made stuff...

https://www.ebay.com/str/wholesaleautomarinesupply

[RockwoodMike]

Black tank Dump system..

Here is 2 pics for the dump of the black tank..I think it will flow well

[RockwoodMike]

Pulling down the rest of the steering column..

Pic 1 shows the pin that is pressed out of the hole shown in red..Slides out the side..Gonna need a new key tumbler..The lever that helps you turn the ignition is broken..

Pic 2 Shows the 4 screws that attach this broken part to the tube of the column.
PB blaster helped out..

Pic 3 Shows the end of the tube where the broken part was..

[RockwoodMike]

Some of the parts after blasting with the soda blaster..Satin black applied before going in the oven at 380 degrees..

Second pic..After the cooking..Still need to do the tube and the new part that is on the way..

[RockwoodMike]

Here is some pictures made way back when when I was foolish and didn't know what I was getting into.The front skins and the windshield removal..

This Motorhome was really bad in it's condition..

[RockwoodMike]

Here is the left side..Stored away all this time..that is why it is so dusty dirty..

Working on gluing fresh wood where the rotted stuff was..Primed the wood first..Then liquid nails clamped..Give it 24 hours to see how it stays together..

[Eyez Open]

Three things to avoid in life

1. Left handed golfers

2. Automatic Transmissions

3. Body Work


 Life's short live well!

[RockwoodMike]

Three things to avoid in life

1. Left handed golfers

2. Automatic Transmissions

3. Body Work


 Life's short live well!

Left handed golfers..I don't get that one???

As for transmissions and body work..There is too many YouTube videos to be afraid of those

[RockwoodMike]

Well Now..I had a total failure with that Liquid nail product..After unclamping the thing, it had ZERO adhesion to the aluminum..I could have used spit and it would have worked better!!

Earlier in this build (years ago) I tried to use this on the original aluminum and pressure treated wood..It would not bond to the wood..Maybe because of the treatment substance..It would hold initially, but then fall off..

Internet search and found this newer product..Fuze it..Shown on the left in the picture..

Incredible first bond..seemed like you could get by without clamps.. 

[RockwoodMike]

But I did use clamps..The 2 items that you are clamping, will float out of position as it is being squeezed down..So check that as you tighten the clamp..

We will see what tomorrow holds..(Pun intended)..

I just put a small amount on a scrap piece of wood and just stuck it to a vertical metal piece..It grabbed and did not slip down..

When it comes to constructing the walls, maybe this product will be a better choice..

[RockwoodMike]

Good News!!  

I think this new glue..Fuze it..Is going to work..Seems to really stay together..

Here is the Home Depot link..
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Liquid-Nails-Fuze-It-9-oz-Gray-All-Surface-Construction-Adhesive-LN-2000/206736831

There is even a stronger version of it too..
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Liquid-Nails-Fuze-It-Max-9-oz-Interior-Exterior-All-Surface-Construction-Adhesive-LN-3000/313740337

A lot more price but it works..Very Well!!

There is 3 pieces of wood to replace..2 are done..clamped up the third this morning..Didn't have enough clamps to do all three pieces..

I am very HAPPY  

[RockwoodMike]

here is the right(passenger) side..Quick rinse off..

It has it's issues too..That is the way this whole motorhome has been..

I can fix it!! I have the technology..    

[LJ-TJ]

  I gotta tell yeah mate. I really enjoy and appreciate the fact you take the time to tell us what, when, where the product you use and where to purchase it. Thanks.

[Eyez Open]

I haven't used Fuse-It, but I've tried the basic version. I see that foam board is recommended; I plan to use Fuse-It for my new ceiling project. Thanks for the heads-up!