[rkn463]

So last weekend was about getting the frame reinforcements bolted back on. Before doing that I wanted to address a problem that I created when I removed them. In cutting the rivets out I had slightly cut into the plates which ultimately creates a weak spot where a crack might form right where it will bolt back together. So I went to weld them up and on the very first arc a molten ball of slag dropped through one of the many holes in my work jeans, rolled down my leg, into my boot and came to rest on top of my foot. Jumping and swearing ensued. I admit, not very original but it seemed appropriate at the time. So I stopped long enough to tape up the holes with Gorilla tape and then continued.

-Richard