argo restore

[curtisbyrne]

Yea I realized that when I took it down the rope was starting to fray out. Any issues with taking the pressure washer right to the frame or just go for it?

[philipatmaxfour]

Argo restore

Curtis,this whole thread is amazing. you have done a great job so far.I did not know that the Magnum skid plate was bolted to the frame. Again congratulations and please keep posting.

[john swenson]

pressure washer is good. then you can see if any metal is cracked, etc. that needs repair or beefing up before you paint... johnboy

[curtisbyrne]

im not gonna paint the frame....
im assembling everything today!

[curtisbyrne]

im fed up now... trying to get that frame in by yourself is not fun,taking a break today i think

[dirtdobber]

Curtis, if your frame has some rust on it I encourage you to slow down and take some steps to at least slow down the rusting. a wire brush and a rattle can will help some. If you don't have any rust,then go for it. Take your time and maybe you can use the overhead rafters and a pulley (like you did pulling the engine) to help in the process.

[plott hound]

yup paint it up son,take your time.also take a good look at the frame for any cracks.

[john swenson]

yea, it's exciting to want to get it back together and go 6 wheelin, but a day or two extra won't make a difference weeks from now. use your winch and some rope to make a sling for each end of the frame. lift it out and slide the tub out of the way. while it's hanging it's easy to get to for repairs and painting. just make sure it's secure. sometimes taking a break is good. when you come back to it you have fresh energy. if it's already back in the tub with axles, next time you will know the process for taking it apart. your doing a super job so far. keep the photos coming !! johnboy va.

[Fox Valley Argo Sales]

I agree also, you have this thing all apart,take your time,clean, check, and paint the frame,clean the tub real nice.Now is the time to replace any bad parts,ie your brake rotors,etc, while its all out in the open.

[curtisbyrne]

The frame is all good no cracks and very little rust,just some worn down parts from where the floor pans rub on. I'm having trouble getting those bolts in that go through the skid plate then the body and then through the frame,they won't line up very well and it ends up massing up the treads on the bolt from having to beat on it a bit. Any suggestions

[john swenson]

curtis, i'm not familiar with argos much, but if it's a bolt that goes thru all that with a nut to tighten it up... maybe go with a little smaller diameter bolt unless it would cause a water leak. for strength on a smaller bolt use a grade 8. if it has to be exactly the size of the existing holes because the bolt threads into a threaded hole or such, then drill out the holes a tad bigger to give the bolts a little more leeway. if there is a chance of a water leak thru those bolts, use a rubber washer under each flat washer with some silicone sealer. just a few ideas... i'm sure you will get more...glad the frames good. johnboy

[dirtdobber]

Curtis in addition to John's suggestions, here are some things you can try. First, if you are working on a part that has several bolts, don't tighten any bolt until they are all started or are in place, This will allow the piece some wiggle room. Next, again if you are working with multiple bolt holes, use a screwdriver or punch or something as an alignment tool. Finally, try to screw the bolt in rather than drive it in. This will help save your threads.

[curtisbyrne]

i used the smaller bolts and it worked,thanks for the idea!

[john swenson]

good man...... keep at it and we are happy to help. will be a great machine ! by the way, where do you live ? johnboy va.

[curtisbyrne]

I live in York harbour Newfoundland. It's on the west coast 45 min away from corner brook (city). Some people know if for its skiing at marble mountain or the pulp and paper mill there.