Unimog U1300L 435 1986 - Restore to former glory & add custom camper

[Sitec]

Yup, remember that now you say it. The 'spyder' hub system is actually a good system too. If it's like the system here in OZ once you are used to it it's simple. Still see lots of semi trailers being towed around with wobbling duals as the wheels have not been centralised!

 

[Simon dix]

After 8 months of hospital visits I am very happy to say Jessica (my wife) has completed chemotherapy and radiation for triple negative BC. She has been a pillar of strength. She started a positive psychology diploma in psychotherapy and counselling 2 weeks prior to her diagnosis. Some Doctors told her that she would have to postpone her course. She did not postpone throughout treatment and due to her positive and inspiring attitude she as been invited to help out at the hospital getting others through BC ????

 

[Iain_U1250]

After 8 months of hospital visits I am very happy to say Jessica (my wife) has completed chemotherapy and radiation for triple negative BC. She has been a pillar of strength. She started a positive psychology diploma in psychotherapy and counselling 2 weeks prior to her diagnosis. Some Doctors told her that she would have to postpone her course. She did not postpone throughout treatment and due to her positive and inspiring attitude she as been invited to help out at the hospital getting others through BC ????

Great news for both of you,Simon and Jessica, best wishes for the future, and happy travels in your truck

 

[Simon dix]

Great news for both of you,Simon and Jessica, best wishes for the future, and happy travels in your truck

Thanks very much Iain

 

[Simon dix]

I’m sure that I said 3 or 4 weeks ago this cab would be painted in a weeks time. There seems to be a trend amongst us all.............we all behind our own estimated schedules ?‍♂️. The cab has plenty space and as you can see littered with stainless nut rivets. The front raised portion has plenty of space for flat screen monitors, dials or what ever takes my fancy. The sides, rear and TOP plenty of space for aircon, storage, speakers and life jackets for when I turn this into an extreme off road amphibious Monster ?.

 

[Sitec]

I'm always behind schedule as I want it done yesterday! Coming along nicely though!

 

[Simon dix]

Herewith an update. Still got a lot to do before she can be used

 

[Wazak]

It's looking very good now Simon.

 

[Simon dix]

It's looking very good now Simon.

Thanks Wazak

 

[Sitec]

Oh wow!! That changes it up a bit eh!! Best not scratch it when building/fitting your body!!

 

[Roverchef]

Great build and glad to hear your wife is doing better!

 

[Simon dix]

Great build and glad to hear your wife is doing better!

Cheers pal

 

[Simon dix]

Put quite a few things back together today such as air tanks, original bullbar, exhaust and others. I stuffed up with the dimensions of my stainless steel pipe connecting to the muffler from engine. Shux!!
All perished window seals etc have been replaced with new except I have a cracked wind shield ?. Bottom Drivers side so I will see it all the time plus not safe....oh well it’s another expense I did not cater for ?!!! Climbed on the roof today and took a pic. The roof is really strong.
This game can be rewarding but it can also be frustrating to say the least!!!!!!!!!!

 

[nathane]

Looking really good. Like new.

 

[Iain_U1250]

Looks great

Now just needs a camper