John Teresi Posted November 3, 2015 Posted November 3, 2015 Brad......"WOW" Brother.......looks great......glad your getting some bench time in
Harry P. Posted November 3, 2015 Posted November 3, 2015 I have to admit I hardly ever stop into this section, so this is actually the very first time I'm seeing this thread. WOW! Some amazing stuff going on here!I don't know why, but it seems like the most spectacular examples of scratchbuilding are usually done by the guys who build drag cars.
gasser59 Posted November 3, 2015 Author Posted November 3, 2015 Hi Harry. Thanks for stopping in and commenting. I love building vintage altereds for several reasons. Number one - they were the baddest things on the strip. Another is because almost everything is out in the open and not 'hidden' under a body. And lastly, its because there is so much fabricating that needs to be done. That's my favorite part.
gasser59 Posted November 4, 2015 Author Posted November 4, 2015 I'm humbled Harry. Thanks so much for your consideration.
Nytrozilla Posted November 4, 2015 Posted November 4, 2015 Brad... I smell a magazine feature... Next comes the book deal, then the movie. When they film the pivotal scene where I meet Brad at the Desert Scale Classic, I want the part of Nytrozilla to be played by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. I'll also need a "consulting" credit and 4 bags of Dove Dark Chocolate Covered Cherries. I also have suggestions for the parts of John "Southside Johnny" Teresi and Chris "Mooneyz" Sobak.
gasser59 Posted November 4, 2015 Author Posted November 4, 2015 What??? No suggestions on who plays the lead role?? I have a few ideas on that myself.I think 'The Rock' can buy you the Dove Dark Chocolate Covered Cherries.
MAGIC MUFFLER Posted November 4, 2015 Posted November 4, 2015 It's coming out beautifully!! I really like your work..
gasser59 Posted November 4, 2015 Author Posted November 4, 2015 Thanks Billy. I appreciate your interest.
10thumbs Posted November 4, 2015 Posted November 4, 2015 Hi Brad, man I really like the tin work, beautifully bent around the frame rails. The rivets really hit it off too, good stuff! Very convincing. Your metal applications really raise the value and the optical perception of the whole car. This is a really clean build.Michael
gasser59 Posted November 4, 2015 Author Posted November 4, 2015 Hey Michael - always good to hear from you. Thanks for the kudos. I hope to get back to the bench soon with some new updates.
GTJUNIOR Posted November 5, 2015 Posted November 5, 2015 I have to admit I hardly ever stop into this section, so this is actually the very first time I'm seeing this thread. WOW! Some amazing stuff going on here!I don't know why, but it seems like the most spectacular examples of scratchbuilding are usually done by the guys who build drag cars.Have to agree. Some awesome scratch building in this section.
Nytrozilla Posted November 5, 2015 Posted November 5, 2015 What??? No suggestions on who plays the lead role?? I have a few ideas on that myself.I think 'The Rock' can buy you the Dove Dark Chocolate Covered Cherries.I've given it a lot of thought Brad. Then it hit me. Either Arnold Schwarzeneger or Danny Devito. They're Twins, ya' know? So the only variable would be which one was available.I'll have the production company, probably Pixar, cover my Diva-like unreasonable requests. Takes the pressure off of the cast and crew.
gasser59 Posted November 5, 2015 Author Posted November 5, 2015 You crack me up Nytroz but I don't like either one of your choices.
Codi Posted November 8, 2015 Posted November 8, 2015 Nice and clean Brad on the execution of the pan. I like the pics you're taking along the way, thanks for sharing and the "how to".....I've not tried printer plate yet, I'll be sure to check that out. Cheers, Tim
gasser59 Posted November 9, 2015 Author Posted November 9, 2015 Thanks Codi. Yes, you need to get some of this printer's plate. I've been using it for 20 years or so.
gasser59 Posted November 9, 2015 Author Posted November 9, 2015 (edited) OK fellas. A bit of bench time over the weekend but it was limited with relatives in town and the wife's birthday but I was still able to squeeze some time in. Got the side tins in place along with the steering arm. Still working out how to configure to the front axle though. From looking at the pictures, I see I still need to add one more rivet. On to the pictures. I used more ss tubing and rod ends from RB Motion for the steering arm and the minuscule rivets are from Scale Hardware. I knocked off the steering wheel while working on the tins and will need to get that put back on. Next up is back to work on the rear brass framing as I need to solder up another side and figure out how to mount to the chassis. Edited November 9, 2015 by gasser59
Nytrozilla Posted November 9, 2015 Posted November 9, 2015 First off, Happy Birthday to the Missus. Even though she may never build them, I'm sure she appreciated every model you bought her.I'm liking everything about this stage of the build Buddy, as I soak in every step you take.Consider the possibility that in addition to your missing rivet, you may have some loose screws too.
gasser59 Posted November 9, 2015 Author Posted November 9, 2015 Consider the possibility that in addition to your missing rivet, you may have some loose screws too. Loose screws you say?? I can't even find them.
10thumbs Posted November 9, 2015 Posted November 9, 2015 ....loose screws. lol.Brad, now you're cookin', and this rig will really start to rock now. I'll bet at every single stage you're thinking how cool this build is. You are right. The metal makes it and your choice of connections and how you carry them out is top notch and as Joe relates, it's fun to watch.Be proud.
gasser59 Posted November 9, 2015 Author Posted November 9, 2015 (edited) Thanks Michael. Appreciate your interest. Yup...its rocking' now. It'll be a bit of a challenge figuring out the location for the hole for the drag link in the body without it getting too big. Edited November 9, 2015 by gasser59
gasser59 Posted November 11, 2015 Author Posted November 11, 2015 A bit of work done last night and this morning working on the steering arm for the knuckle. I'm probably not using the correct terminology for these components though. No pictures as I ran out of time before needing to head to work this morning. I'll finish and attach the part then shot some pics, hopefully tonight.Stay tuned.
Danno Posted November 11, 2015 Posted November 11, 2015 Brad! WOW! Looking GREAT! Every step is better than the previous ones. Build on.
gasser59 Posted November 12, 2015 Author Posted November 12, 2015 Thanks Danno. Well fellas. I was putting the finishing touches on the part, had the rod end attached and hardware all assembled and with the component in my tweezers to finish polishing it, it was lost. When I turned my head, the tweezers went 'pop' and that part was gone. Its somewhere in my hobby room but I didn't even start to look for it since I didn't even see which direction it went. Made a new one, better than the previous but alas, no pictures yet.
Nytrozilla Posted November 12, 2015 Posted November 12, 2015 I've always had my hobby room set up in rooms that were carpeted. Now I'm in a room with large tile. In the dozen plus drops I've had, (parts and junk and tons of aluminum tubing), I've only lost one 00-90 nut.Plus I mounted a fluorescent light under the desk that doubles as a night light. That's a huge help.I also apply to the train of thought that the new part is usually better than the one that booked a one way ticket to oblivion.
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