crazyjim Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Never a dull moment here. Excellent progress, John. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Cranky Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 It sounds like you ride, John. Ever make it out to Sturgis from Cali on a bike? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 I may have missed it but is there a link to see your other complete models ? You are one talented builder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 John. You are a legend. No more words needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 Hello......thank you so much for the kind words...... chassis was extended 4 inches........ .I did some work to the cab......I made a new grill......extended the fenders ,foot steps and bumper.......I also added some fender skirts and worked on the rear of the cab......I still need to do more modifications to the cab.......thanks for looking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 few more progress photos......thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixx Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 John, you are a sick man!!! I freakin LOVE it!!!!! That's so cool already!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyrone Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 I really like this build... you're killing it John.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pharr7226 Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Awesome work John. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 Off The Chizzain again John. This'll be good. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romell R Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 John do you have plans to detail the interior? Super job so far too.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 That sucker is looking so good. How the heck long is that thing ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 That sucker is looking so good. How the heck long is that thing ? Ray......It measures 39 inches......little over 3 foot.......thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 Hello......thanks guys so much for the kind comments.......I did some work on the trailer......mocked-up the axle and wheels......made some body skirts.......I made a rear ramp and started working on the hydraulics...... I will work on the drag strip tomorrow......thanks for looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gautreau Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 John your scratch-building ability is amazing.Congrats on getting pictures of a few of your builds in the recent issue of Rebel Rods aswell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Awesome work John, keep us posted! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 Hello......thank you for the kind comments.......I started some work on the drag strip......made the dyno read out sign......I started on the christmas tree......the outside border around the drag strip and ramp will be diamond plate......thanks for looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted March 16, 2012 Author Share Posted March 16, 2012 few more progress photos.....thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustybill1960 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 WOW John!!! This is truly a build of "epic" proportions indeed!! Thank You so very much for sharing with Us all here! It is a delight to watch a master craftsman at work! No, better yet an "Artisian!" I as well as mant others will be watching you work!! Thank You again! Later Russ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoatGuy Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 John, if you need any Photoshop work done to create decals, let me know. I use the app every day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weasel Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 subscribed!!! yeah, the TruFire is gonnnna be epic!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weasel Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 John, you've gotten more done in 8 days than i have in 8 YEARS!!!! please TAKE A BREAK!!! J/K... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XJ6 Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 I am MAD at you..and i am not talking to you....Why???? Because i am JEALOUS....So HA HA. I have said it once and i will say it again...You are the MASTER of the Builds... Thanks for sharing..and the wonderful tips you give.... Cheers...Don aka XJ6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Cranky Posted March 17, 2012 Share Posted March 17, 2012 This one is going up pretty fast, but just as well built and detailed as anything else you've done. Keep it going, the eye candy is rolling off your bench. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted March 17, 2012 Author Share Posted March 17, 2012 (edited) Hello......thanks for the kind comments guys.......I made and mocked-up some front wheel lock ramps ,and strap support poles......and some rear wheel rollers......I willl make the outside safety railing tomorrow......fine detailing will come latter.....thanks for looking. Edited March 17, 2012 by John Teresi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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