storage bins in front mud guards

Jeffrey Goff · Post by **Jeffrey Goff** » Sun Jan 25, 2009 4:56 pm

I thought I would have a go at making the storage bins functional, I used the white metal casting that comes with the kit, and just cut out the top and added a side piece,just to strengthen the top edge, then added a hinge to a mild steel lid, a quick and easy modification, I also added two hinged compartments in the top grill these were fitted above the petrol filler caps

regards Jeff

Adrian Harris · Post by **Adrian Harris** » Sun Jan 25, 2009 5:38 pm

Interesting mods Jeff.

I've been stripping the paint from my recently purchased 222 this weekend and having seen the construction of the front mudguards I had pondered the possibility of adding these lockers. How did you attch the side piece - epoxied or soldered

I also see your 222 has a floor - did it arrive with that or have you added it

Adrian.

Jeffrey Goff · Post by **Jeffrey Goff** » Sun Jan 25, 2009 5:52 pm

Hi Adrian, because the castings are a white metal and have a low melting point, I epoxied the mild steel sides, this is easy as the sides are tapered and it can not fall inward, I plan to make the interior with all the fittings, and the floor will be of chequer plate, I have just used some scrap alloy on the floor so I can see how to proceed
regards
Jeff