New (used) IH 7500 Dump Truck purchase, modification & fix up

[mrmikey]

I've had good luck using an industrial rust remover, like a CLR on steroids, haven't got any now as I used it for removing rust stains on my shower or I'd post the name. If the aluminum is pitted bad, you'll probably end up using actual polishing bonnetts and compound.

 

[dodge man]

I’ve used a product called “Never Dull”. It’s a cotton wadding with some kind of cleaner impregnated in it.

 

[BigBlue1]

If the aluminum isn't badly pitted then I recommend trying Speedy Metal Polish. This stuff works great to remove stains of all kinds from most metal surfaces. I've been using it for years to get the exhaust staining off of my motorcycle pipes and clean up cycle wheels.

Amazon.com

You don't have to buy it on Amazon... Available from other sources too.

 

[Hay Dude]

First I need to replace the rusting cab steps, so it doesn’t continue to happen.

 

[mrmikey]

Would you be any better off blasting them and getting them coated? any cheaper?

 

[Hay Dude]

Would you be any better off blasting them and getting them coated? any cheaper?

Drivers side is somewhat slavageable.
Passenger side looks bad.

 

[Hay Dude]

Wheel studs resolved.
I can’t believe it, but it might actually be time to go make some money back with it.
Maybe in the next week or 2.

 

[Hay Dude]

Yesterday afternoon I picked up a “new” (take off) 48”x18”x18” Buyers HD steel toolbox. It’s their heavier duty line with thicker steel and a better lock. Seller threw-in a pair of frame-mounting brackets.
It’s long enough for chain saws, fuel containers and some ratchet straps or chains. Will mount this one to the passenger side.
I want to do a smaller one on the drivers side. Maybe a 3 footer.

Blows my mind how expensive things have gotten. This tool box is about $600 now. I paid 1/2 that by buying used.
I wanted black aluminum, but after having owned aluminum tool boxes for years, I don’t like them quite as much

 

[mrmikey]

Aluminum looks good but it'll start cracking after a while from constant flexing, hard to repair as well.
You got a good deal on that box especially with the hangers. Don't forget a couple drain holes if there isn't any.

 

[Hay Dude]

Man this Buyers Pro Series box is friggin HEAVY.