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Vintage Holmes wrecker bed questions

Discussion in 'The Antiquated' started by 65standard, Sep 19, 2013.

  1. Abeblinkin
    Joined: Mar 14, 2009
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    Abeblinkin
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    from Denver

    Any updates on the Holmes body? Really interested in making something similar, But I don't have the ability to make that 3" radius in material that thick, you must have some serious equipment at your shop.
     
  2. 65standard
    Joined: Jun 14, 2011
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    1. COE's (Cab Over Engine)

    Working on the stainless flooring at the rear of the bed. Here is where it is so far.

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  3. Abeblinkin
    Joined: Mar 14, 2009
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    Abeblinkin
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    from Denver

    That's looking great. How are you attaching the sides to the front and rear. Bolts, plug welds. Thanks for the update pic.
     
  4. 65standard
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    1. COE's (Cab Over Engine)

    The whole thing bolts together. Working on the stainless.

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  5. spankster
    Joined: Jan 12, 2007
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    Very good job !
     
  6. Wow!

    That looks like it is coming out great! :)
     
  7. 65standard
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    I finished up the stainless pieces at the rear of the bed. Now I can mount the bed to the chassis. Then finish making the cross sills to support the wood flooring.

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  8. Constructionbob
    Joined: Aug 28, 2011
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    ..what news there is??
     
  9. 56panelford
    Joined: Dec 16, 2006
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    56panelford
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    from Ontario

    Would this happen to be a completed project yet, thinking seriously of building one myself for a 56 M350
     

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