jaftygas Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 well what to do? The stone woods and cook is on hold, so with the inspiration from Bernard, you know who you are! I'm going to try scratch building a rat rod chassis. Wish me luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWT Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 You have my attention... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted October 16, 2017 Author Share Posted October 16, 2017 Two hours later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernard Kron Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 (edited) Ooh nice! Simple is good... I like the fact that you kept the styrene fairly thin and small, which is to say in scale, but unfortunately looking like it will fall apart at any moment. Have faith, things will firm up as you add crossmembers, etc. Edited October 16, 2017 by Bernard Kron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 I built my first Rat Rod, Chassis etc recently. I had a front end but wanted it lower/stronger rear section to take the scratch rear axle. Keep going to what you think it should look like. I Google search for images of Rat Rod chassis, bodies,suspension etc. to see what I would like to fit to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted October 16, 2017 Author Share Posted October 16, 2017 Thanks Bernard, I just realized you're in Seattle! I'm just getting my feet wet with this. I try to imagine doing it in 1/1, and use the math to translate. There are so many ways to make a frame that you can't possibly see them all in a lifetime. Thanks to you Patrick. I'm just going on necessities and then using my imagination to cool it up. I'm just getting started and that's half the battle. Thx to both cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted October 18, 2017 Author Share Posted October 18, 2017 Well working on the rat. Figured I'd do a 29 truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted October 22, 2017 Author Share Posted October 22, 2017 Got more done on the frame. This has really turned out to be fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted October 22, 2017 Author Share Posted October 22, 2017 I have my wheels and tires in the mold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWT Posted October 22, 2017 Share Posted October 22, 2017 I'm liking it... Talent on display Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted October 22, 2017 Share Posted October 22, 2017 Frame and proportions look good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disabled modeler Posted October 22, 2017 Share Posted October 22, 2017 Very nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted November 6, 2017 Author Share Posted November 6, 2017 Well been awhile sense I could work on the rod. It came to mind that I need some exhaust for the rod, and I just love sprint car exhaust. None come in any kits that will fit so naturally I must make them. I fiddled around and wasted 1/16, till l thought make a jig. I'm sure I'll make more than one set . So I started with my hydrometer tube full of K S material. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 Hi JoeGood to see you building,...Can't wait to see the headersHow is the brewing going ?Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted November 7, 2017 Author Share Posted November 7, 2017 Now I just measured 1/16 rod two inches long cut four of them and go by eye to what looks good, except for the first bend which is 120 degrees back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted November 7, 2017 Author Share Posted November 7, 2017 Then it all about symmetry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted November 7, 2017 Author Share Posted November 7, 2017 Hey Bruce how are you? It's great to be my self again, and be out from under a rock. Yes I have brewed a few times in the last year or so. However, I have had to give the liver a break!?? Thanks again, Joe.P.S. Did you give brewing a try yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retroguy Posted November 7, 2017 Share Posted November 7, 2017 really nice job on the headers,what type and size solder did you use... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted November 7, 2017 Author Share Posted November 7, 2017 really nice job on the headers,what type and size solder did you use...none epoxy. Thanks for the checkout. I have more progress stay tuned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dino246gt Posted November 7, 2017 Share Posted November 7, 2017 That is cool, love the headers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaftygas Posted December 4, 2017 Author Share Posted December 4, 2017 Well I got some more done on the bored rat rod. I have not a lot of time for this, and feel guilty I'm not doing something more important when I am. I don't know why the site won't let me post my pictures. I've got a lot done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jaftygas Posted December 4, 2017 Author Share Posted December 4, 2017 well sorry, but I keep getting a message that there is a problem trying to load my picture files I don't get it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Looking good Joe. Super looking pipes! No problems with your pictures at this end in the UK! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Looking good man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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