Equalizer Beam

This beam was started from a 'T' section
bent and welded to form the correct shape. The web of the 'T' section was shaped and the bottom flange was made from a flat strip brazed on. The ends were machined from round bar. This photo shows the bottom flange about to be brazed the cups for the springs are yet to be added.



This is the equalizer beam with spring cups brazed on and the pivot beam attached.








Here is the equalizer beam installed under the engine frames.







This is the view underneath showing the spring cups sitting on the track frames and the pivot beam attached to the engine frames. The equalizer beam pivots on this.

Here you can see through the transmission. The pivot beam brackets, engine beams and front engine mounts have been riveted.

A close-up of the ends of the equalizer beam showing it assembled with springs.

This is a view of the engine beams. The radiator will mount to the front most angles.

Note the model has minimal fastenings at this stage as it will need to be pulled apart for painting.