Vintage Challenge Sleds

JDT · Post by **JDT** » Tue Sep 16, 2008 10:42 pm

I like that idea....

Danzig · Post by **Danzig** » Tue Sep 16, 2008 10:46 pm

This is what I have to say about my VC challenge sled....................

It still not painted!!!

JoeRainville · Post by **JoeRainville** » Tue Sep 16, 2008 10:48 pm

Rob,

While I like your idea, I am not sure that the state of NY will buy it for a vin#... If it wasn't my only loose 340/s tunnel, I would have found that to be pretty cool actually, as only new replacement tunnels had no vin.

-Joe

JoeRainville · Post by **JoeRainville** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 9:49 pm

Here is a pic of my "vin-less" chassis. Since the chassis is on hold until November, I am moved my attention to the motor and suspension. Funny, but after taking inventory of all my misc. 340/s I've collected over the years, I nearly have two sleds in parts! And Cari says it doesn't pay to be a pack-rat...

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Post by **ICCSF 108** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 10:03 pm

Joe, Ck the inside of the tunnel good, I've heard (& seen one personally ) that some serial numbers were double stamped & then ground off the outside, But if you look in the inside right were the number should be on the outside, you can see the number, you will have to remove the paint inside the tunnel to see it...
Kenny

Post by **ICCSF 108** » Thu Sep 18, 2008 10:04 pm

Joe, Ck the inside of the tunnel good,

I've heard (& seen one personally

) that some serial numbers were double stamped & then ground off the outside, But if you look in the inside right were the number should be on the outside, you can see the number, you will have to remove the paint inside the tunnel to see it...
Kenny

HoosierDeereMan · Post by **HoosierDeereMan** » Mon Sep 29, 2008 9:51 pm

I got my tunnel, pan, and hood back from the body shop today.I'm pretty happy with it.

The suspension with additional idler wheel kit is close to being ready for installation. I dread this. I'm afraid of scratching parts during assembly.

I'm starting to feel like I'm making some headway.

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Danzig · Post by **Danzig** » Mon Sep 29, 2008 10:42 pm

Troy-
Try installing the suspension with the sled sitting upside down on saw horses. :idea:

Post by **WinnipegStPaul9** » Tue Sep 30, 2008 7:12 am

Paul, I totally agree with the idea of inverting the sled to install the suspension, it worked great on the Cyclones. I'm not sure it'll work as well with the 340/S as the front subframe might not sit on saw horses easily. When installing the belly pan the other day, I had the rear of the sled on one table and the front on another table. I guess I'll find out soon. DA

HoosierDeereMan · Post by **HoosierDeereMan** » Tue Sep 30, 2008 7:44 am

I will definately try that. I'll have to recuit some help. The suspension weighs a ton. It will be tough wrestling into place. I can't wait to get it back on it's feet again!

Post by **WinnipegStPaul9** » Tue Sep 30, 2008 1:43 pm

T-roy, I can send Patty down. She helped me invert my sled. Whatta woman!!!! DA

Danzig · Post by **Danzig** » Tue Sep 30, 2008 8:43 pm

Lay a heavy blanket down inside the tunnel just for some insurance.

HoosierDeereMan · Post by **HoosierDeereMan** » Wed Oct 01, 2008 7:17 am

Paul, I'll try the blanket trick sounds like a good idea.

Don, Make sure Patty brings all those chrome parts with her when she comes! :lol22:

liquifire340 · Post by **liquifire340** » Wed Oct 01, 2008 11:39 am

You guys are fantastic!!! I only wish I had the time and $$$, knowledge , skill, ect..
Other than that I could do it

Keep posting, you have me interested in my old Deere's again!!
Pat

Danzig · Post by **Danzig** » Wed Oct 01, 2008 8:47 pm

So, I have not had my sled at home since August 15th. Guess what, it still isnt primed yet..