You can’t go wrong with Paul Short’s inspirational modifications. Different models offer different design requirements to suit the operator.
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Added a L bracket to add mechanical strength from rotation. After a little round file work it clicks in place and stays put before tightening the screws. Maybe didn’t need the extra support but didn’t take much time doing. Paint takes days to dry in this weather even with some torch heat. Like the grate type step for muddy operations.
Next to try one for the B26. It’s a more user friendly design. Heavier lever, 5/8”. Longer cross bar. Higher off the deck. Large factory paint drip on lower side of lever needs removed. Think similar design might work.
2x3” tube, 1 3/8” long. Going to use two shaft collars. How the step, tubing, hits the lever will prevent rotation.
Both of these could be welded in place quicker and easier than making them bolt in. Don’t know if the steps would ever need to come off for future repair? Anything that can be welded can be cut apart. Prototyping sometimes requires multiple attempts to see what works or doesn’t. Usually 90% more of the latter. The real genius feat would make a step to fit multiple models. Small step (pun) to improve an already impressive machines.
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Added a L bracket to add mechanical strength from rotation. After a little round file work it clicks in place and stays put before tightening the screws. Maybe didn’t need the extra support but didn’t take much time doing. Paint takes days to dry in this weather even with some torch heat. Like the grate type step for muddy operations.
Next to try one for the B26. It’s a more user friendly design. Heavier lever, 5/8”. Longer cross bar. Higher off the deck. Large factory paint drip on lower side of lever needs removed. Think similar design might work.
2x3” tube, 1 3/8” long. Going to use two shaft collars. How the step, tubing, hits the lever will prevent rotation.
Both of these could be welded in place quicker and easier than making them bolt in. Don’t know if the steps would ever need to come off for future repair? Anything that can be welded can be cut apart. Prototyping sometimes requires multiple attempts to see what works or doesn’t. Usually 90% more of the latter. The real genius feat would make a step to fit multiple models. Small step (pun) to improve an already impressive machines.
