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Old 05-24-2017, 11:19 AM
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Not trying to be critical, but how are you going to put the pin in the hitch receiver with it recessed that far?
 
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Old 05-24-2017, 11:22 AM
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I'll have to reach up from the bottom. I actually might need to drill an extra pin hole as well since there is some discrepancy in hitch pin locations
 
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Old 05-24-2017, 11:30 AM
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OK, I wasn't sure if there was enough room from the pics, but I'm sure you have it figured out.
 
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Old 05-24-2017, 11:47 AM
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Actually im pretty much just playing it by ear lol, designing as I go
 
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Old 05-25-2017, 12:00 AM
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Getting very close
Still not sure how strong it will be but its feeling pretty stiff so far
 
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Old 05-25-2017, 08:28 AM
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Looking good! You'll probably want to add another diagonal support if you want the ends to be able to support a jack.
 
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Old 05-26-2017, 08:42 PM
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Ladies and gentlemen, that's wheels up.

 
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Old 05-26-2017, 09:26 PM
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Turned out very nice.

You've almost motivated me to finish up mine, which is kind of similar to yours.

Brian.
 
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Old 05-26-2017, 09:56 PM
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Is this the appropriate time to say "Schwing!"?
 
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Old 05-26-2017, 11:17 PM
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Almost there! Schwing moment will be when it's powder coated and the lights are mounted lol.
 
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