May 2021

 Worked more on getting the cab and bed in the air so the chassis can roll out from under them.  Temporary suspension, of course, I have a stand I made with casters for the bed and will make one for the cab as well.  That way I can lower them down and have them set down safely.  Next I will be pulling the chassis out, power wash it in the driveway, then pull/push it into the garage and begin disassembly.  




 

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