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Laying cab over, firewall vs. back wall
I am going to be laying my cab on either the firewall or the back wall so I can weld in the cab supports, but I'm not sure which side to lay it on. I've heard firewall because its heavier, but back wall makes sense too because it would be less prone to wobbling. Anyone ever done this?
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Re: Laying cab over, firewall vs. back wall
you need to order some tip and flip cab blueprints from rokcrln and that way you don't have to lay it on either.
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Re: Laying cab over, firewall vs. back wall
I laid mine on the back wall with no problems.
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Re: Laying cab over, firewall vs. back wall
Is is possible with or without the rolling cab rack, to roll one without taking out the front and rear windshields? I know it's probably not recommended BUT has anyone done it without any problems?
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We have laid several cabs on their backs with no problems, (bare cabs). If there is rust in the floor, it is a good idea to check the door opening to make sure it does not close up with the cab on its back, (we have not had this happen on any of the cabs that we had on their backs).
The cab is stable and easy to work on when it is on its back. Here is a pic of one on its back. Jim |
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Re: Laying cab over, firewall vs. back wall
I laid mine back with the rear glass installed with no problems. I just layed some wood planks across the rear frame rails and with help tipped it back and then tied it down so it wouldnt fall down. Then weld weld weld....
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Re: Laying cab over, firewall vs. back wall
Thanks for the help guys! Laying it on its back is so much better for the work I have to do and the situation I'm in.
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I did mine on the firewall side ,no problems there either
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Re: Laying cab over, firewall vs. back wall
If you do tip it on to its back try and have a few guys help you. Also you will wnat to lift it up, tip it and set it back down so you do not bend the rear cab corner were they step up. It is also a good idea to bolct the door opening so it does not rack or twist. Make sure it sits flat or this will cause more trouble when you weld it up. All this is one of the reasons I designed the Tip & Flip dolly but as stated it can be done with out one just not as safe or easy.
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Re: Laying cab over, firewall vs. back wall
Thanks guys - I hadn't thought about the "lift and THEN turn and THEN set down.." Gotta love this site!
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