Pagoda SL Group
W113 Pagoda SL Group => Body, interior, paint, chrome, and cosmetic items => Topic started by: cfm65@me.com on December 11, 2019, 21:44:40
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Hi Guys,
Does anyone know, or would hazard a guess at the weight of a fully stripped down Pagoda?
I am considering stripping mine down to bare bones for a rotisserie restoration.
Any rotisserie sketches, plans and/or advice will be much appreciated.
Regards
Chris
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Have you checked out Johnk ‘s thread?
https://www.sl113.org/forums/index.php?topic=26132.0
He’s documented his restoration pretty completely and it could be helpful to you.
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Chris
Are you concerned about the rotisserie holding up the bare chassis? I would think the lightest rotisserie would easily support your stripped chassis.
In choosing a rotisserie I highly suggest you get one with the built in jacks. I raise and lower mine all of the time depending on the hight of the current task. When working IN the engine compartment I raise it high and rotate the car raising one side so it very easy to step in or out of the compartment. Working under the dash has been a breeze. Etc. it’s the best tool I own and a huge value to me.
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I was really impressed with the rotating frame our coach builder has.
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If I had to guess it was 400 KG. My shell was on a pallet and I was able to pick up one side enough to slip forklift forks under it. Unless you are replacing the sills you could easily use 4 roller stands plugged into the 4 jack holes which give you full access to the underside etc.
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Thanks Gents,
Much appreciated.
Happy holidays to all.
Chris