Hello, I have inherited a 2026 from a friend. It has had a rough life and the cab roof is Ben on one corner. What steps might one take to straighten this without breaking the die cast?
Thanks.
Jerry
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Jerry,
This question comes up quite often. Check out these links:
Straightening Bent Die-Cast Cab Roof August 1, 2021 Update | coach joe
Straightening Bent Die Cast Metal | Serenska
Straightening Die Cast | GeoPeg
Collectively they should give you a good start, if not a complete how-to guide.
Mike
As many 2026 shells are available dirt cheap, I wouldn’t bother trying to fix it unless it has supreme sentimental value, …..if that’s the case, then follow Mike’s links on how to attempt to straighten it, ….only thing that’s not mentioned in those steps is a very close inspection of the area that needs the work, looking for stress fractures/cracks that may or may not have developed already ……if it’s got cracks, it’s way more likely to break off in the repair process,…..another word of advice, do not be in a rush!….die cast is a funny creature, you need to work slowly, and watch every step!….good luck!
Pat
