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Since there have been recent requests for how I built the cab Rotisserie for my '51 3100, I thought I'd collect the info and share it here (potentially a tech tip?)

Background: Since I needed to do some extensive repair work on my cab, I determined that a rotisserie would help with the work and save my back as well. I selected the pivot points across the cab instead of the typical longitudinal pivots on commercially available rotisseries, as my floor needed considerable work, and the undercarriage type mounting of commercial rotisseries would be in the way of that.

I did some research, using the cab dimensions sheet in the Factory Assembly Manual and figured I could build some brackets that bolt on to the door pillars using the hinge and striker bolt points. I fabricated the brackets after I had removed the doors and bolted them in place prior to removing the cab. I also bought two engine stands and modified them to increase the height (so the cab could spin a full 360 degrees) and remove the angle of the pivot generally installed on engine stands. I got them for $50 each, a smoking deal shipped to Alaska. They were designed with 2" square tubing as the lower runner between the wheel sets, so I bought a length of square tubing to use between the two uprights, making the width adjustable. I also bought some 2" x 3" rectangular tubing for extending the uprights. The brackets for attaching the engine stands to the cab were built out of 1-1/2 x 1-1/2" x 1/8" angle iron and provide some bracing of the cab when in place.

I scanned FAM Section 1, Sheet 1.07 and imported it into CAD, adjusted it so the dimensions were correct and inserted a circle to determine the center of rotation for the rotisserie.

Attached are photos of the process, including some dimensional information.