Fuso FG build ideas
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Flameffects
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I am not sure….just another one of the hundreds of decisions along the way. Flat aluminum plate is cheeper, easier to clean and gives a flat surface to build off. A lot of the world is very dusty including the western US deserts. Keeping dust out is one of my primary goals. The cool factor of diamond plate weighs a bit on my mind. My build will be much like a toy hauler. I like my two wheeled toys and still want to be able to carry cargo and tools.
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Flameffects
Observer
Well I am making progress…..ever so slowly. Quite happy with my new power coated rims and bed! I have desided I am going to use a 3M product call VHB tape to secure my aluminum plate to my bed. Anyone else use this in their construction? 
LeishaShannon
Adventurer
We used a few hundred meters doing our interior, its brilliant stuff. Check with 3M for the best variant to use for your specific application + they'll be able to tell you the best prep method too.
pugslyyy
Expedition Vehicle Engineer Guy
Heh, I was going to respond but realized you said what I was going to. 3M = good stuff, but make sure you use the right stuff for your needs. VHB is a family of products, there are a lot of variants.
(For repairs I carry VHB, butyl tape, and eternabond.)
Flameffects
Observer
Thanks for the 3M tip. I have been in contact with 3M already and they have been quite helpful. I rived the diamond plate in the photo and it took hours. Lots of layout and deburing. In the end the tape may be the best choice.
Flameffects
Observer
I am really surprised how may variants of tape they make…crazy.
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Bris31
Adventurer
May I ask which 3M VHB tape did you use? ATM I am deciding between 3M™ VHB™ Tape #4910 or #4941. The difference I can see is #4910 is clear and the latter one is grey or there is more?
Flameffects
Observer
Flameffects
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Bumper and Winch mount done.
I made the winch removable so I could mount it on the rear of the truck if needed.
I also made it so it can be stored in a side compartment. I used two attachment points for strength and to prevent it from rattling around.
Form followed function when I found that a shovel fit inside the bumper!
I made the winch removable so I could mount it on the rear of the truck if needed.
I also made it so it can be stored in a side compartment. I used two attachment points for strength and to prevent it from rattling around.
Form followed function when I found that a shovel fit inside the bumper!