Kenworth T880-Aluminum cab

[bigford]

looks just like the t680's we have at work

[RCP57]

I decided that I needed to cut out the wheel wells and headlights before I put it aside.

It turns out that a CD was the perfect size to mark the opening. The KH cab floor is holding it up higher than it should be but it lines up really well with the factory steps vs axle position. When I build the bumper I will just have to mount it out further from the frame rails....or build another truck.

[ihbuilder]

you about fixed it now I just put the empty argon bottles in the truck

[RCP57]

Originally Posted by ihbuilder

you about fixed it now I just put the empty argon bottles in the truck

Prompting you do pick up the TIG torch again am I Steve?

[heavy_duty]

Great job,man you got some serious metal fab skills.looks awesome.

Ed

[RCP57]

OK, last update for today I promise.

Looking at pictures I noticed that there should be a slight flair to the fenders so a little dolly work was in order. It's fairly subtle but I think it will be more prominent once painted. While I was at it, I added some more weld to the headlight area so that I could grind the corners round. After that I cut out the breather holes in each side of the hood.

I think it's finally starting to look like a T880






Reg

[ihbuilder]

Originally Posted by RCP57

Prompting you do pick up the TIG torch again am I Steve?

yea I am well I have to finish the blade yet on the compactor . I ran out in april and still have yet to get to the supply house and get more

[robcakes]

great work reg , cannot wait to see more.....