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CAPITAL TRANSIT 3

The Capital Transit 3 as it currently appears.
Background
  • Vehicle Description - 1940'S Walthers Service Truck (Wrecker)
  • Vehicle Assignment - Trenton Transit system

Scope of work

  • Drive Train
    • Clean and degrease the engine and transmission
    • Determine the condition and functionality of the units and subunits (including but not limited to the generator, fuel pump, starter)
    • Procure necessary replacement parts
    • Install replacement parts
  • Body
    • Remove and replace all damaged body parts
    • Remove all paint and rust
    • Replace all glazing
    • Clean, straighten and rechrome all bumpers
    • Inspect and repair major structural members including the frame and bulkhead
    • Repaint in Capital Transit colors and paint scheme
  • Interior
    • Remove, clean, reupholster and reinstall seats
    • Clean and repaint the interior area
    • Replace floor and floor coverings as appropriate
  • Electrical
    • Inspect all circuits and replace as appropriate
    • Inspect all lamps , lenses and sockets, and replace as appropriate
    • Inspect all gages and sensors and replace as appropriate
    • Inspect battery and battery circuits and replace as appropriate
  • Air/Vacuum Systems
    • Inspect the brake system and replace components as appropriate
    • Inspect the compressor and replace components as appropriate
    • Inspect the door and windshield motors and replace components as appropriate
    • Inspect all air lines and replace as appropriate
  • Suspension System
    • Inspect the steering system and replace components as appropriate
    • Inspect all suspension springs and replace/repair as appropriate

Note

  • Following completion of the rehabilitation efforts, it is intended that this truck be operable condition

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