Nothing like cutting up a new motor. Had to skim cut the back face and the outer edge to fit the chassis
Pressed out the shaft using the lathe and adjusted the length of both sides. Ran true once reassembled, but did take a few tries to knock out the metal shavings tangled in the windings/magnets. Silky smooth now
Smaller motor coupler lets it all fit. Test run had the motor starting up smooth and stayed cool. Bad news is I need another pump for the second machine and the latest models are slightly different.
Welded up two new booms. Now they're stainless so in inside in raw, but won't rust. Previous Gen boom had weld through primer inside, but it didn't slide smoothly enough for my liking. Also added the continuous surround on the end. First soldered boom split right there when I was wrestling with the telescope. Should be much improved.
Experimented with some adhesive backed strips of UHMW plastic as a guide face. Works well on the raw inner faces.
Second set of tires were originally destine for another project, but they may get used here. Shorter but wider with a really nice tread. Wheel fitment will be critical.
Cab cage is waiting on a printed cab shell welding jig.