getting the body buck ready…
I got the body buck ready with new locking casters. Then I can store the body safely while I build.
Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub.
body buck ready: A donated body buck
I was lucky to find a local guy who was donating his body buck. Don’t worry. I’ll pay it forward when I’m done!
Also, the buck holds the body up high. Therefore I can store chassis boxes underneath for the build.
Locking casters for a sloped driveway
First, I needed locking casters. Because my driveway has a slight slope. Otherwise the body could roll down the street!
These 4 casters will hold up to 1,200 pounds. That’s way overkill for the body alone. However, if I stack parts on the buck too, I’ll need the extra capacity.
I also got a POR15 kit for the IRS differential. Then I’ll post results soon.
Red casters vs the old black ones
No complaints at $27. Besides that, they lock both the roll and the swivel. So the buck stays put once I lock it.
Next, my son and I will re-assemble the buck in a few days. After we tore it down for transport, we stored it under tarps. Meanwhile the garage floor got redone.
Ultimately, here are pics of the new red casters vs the old black ones. Hopefully they’re not too tall!
