DK Pilot 06: Cab and body detail.

Install hand grabs on the cab:

• Fold grabs from .6mm music wire and install in holes on cab.

Grabs installed on cab. 

Prepare lift assembly:

The lift assembly is only .2mm thick, and replicates the appearance of twisted steel.  It is very delicate, use extreme care when working with it. This step is best attempted when well rested and in possession of an abundance of patience. The assembly will press fit into holes in the body, and does not need to be glued until after painting.

• The assembly may appear wrinkled on the carrier, it will straighten once removed. 
• Begin by cutting the sprues from the raft with a sprue cutter, and then carefully cut the sprues from the part.

Lift assembly on the raft.

• The four pegs on the inside bottom of each side of the part press fit into holes on the side of the body.  Take care to cut the sprue clear while leaving as much of the peg intact.
• The most vulnerable area of the part is the "twist" in the strap.
• The part is asymmetrical.  The twist favors one side to ensure clearance on the hood detail.  The sprue and raft side of the part faces the cab.

Test fit the part, but do not glue until after painting.  The part will have a fine gap on all sides.  

• Form lift rings from .32mm wire.  Holes in the angle will accommodate the rings.
• Install rings when well rested and possessing an abundance of patience.

Form a round split ring.

Installed rings.  Rings may be secured with CA.

Take a much needed break (Bruce W.  I should have sent you two lift assemblies, just because they are easy to break.  If you need a second, please let me know).