Dash fabrication
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Re: Dash fabrication
now I see where you are going.
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'71 Nova E85
6.69 @ 100.2 MPH 9/6/14
1.4257 60'
1700' DA
13:1 439 BBC
3330 lbs
Check out my website...
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'71 Nova E85
6.69 @ 100.2 MPH 9/6/14
1.4257 60'
1700' DA
13:1 439 BBC
3330 lbs
Re: Dash fabrication
If you ask me, part of the fun of doing this stuff is the tools and stuff you create along the way. Not that I produce stuff like this, but I do develop me own tricks and stuff (like most of us). I just wish I had this much talent and the available machine shop equipment. I've been scheming on how I can squeeze a Bridgeport into my little shop area. Prolly not gonna happen, but man, it'd be cooldakster wrote:All that I see in this guy is "Look at all of the cool tools that I have" Show-off. Your car would probably be finished if you did not spend 3 hours per day taking pics and posting them here. Back to work!
1969 ProStreet Camaro RS Best 9.75@139 1.46 60'
Blown 427 BBC, TH400 w/Brake, Back-Half Ladderbar
Narrowed 12-Bolt, 4.10 Gears, Spool, Moser 33 Spline
http://www.marsh-racing.com/harrys_camaro-1.htm
Blown 427 BBC, TH400 w/Brake, Back-Half Ladderbar
Narrowed 12-Bolt, 4.10 Gears, Spool, Moser 33 Spline
http://www.marsh-racing.com/harrys_camaro-1.htm
Re: Dash fabrication
Thanks wikd69dakster wrote:All that I see in this guy is "Look at all of the cool tools that I have" Show-off. Your car would probably be finished if you did not spend 3 hours per day taking pics and posting them here. Back to work!
It's just a hobby for me. I'm building an English Wheel because that's what I'm interested in right now. Sometimes I'll even go off and do a woodworking project. I don't have a deadline on the car or take any of this stuff too serious, the day I do is the day I'll sell it all. I deal with deadlines all day long. Playing around in the shop is my way of getting away from doing what I'm supposed to do for a couple hours here & there. I'm having fun.
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Re: Dash fabrication
Having fun, challenging yourself to do something you've never done before, and maybe learning a few things in the process is what it's all about. When you quit learning or having fun, time to pack it up and head to the old folks home.
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Re: Dash fabrication
pro70z28 wrote:Thanks wikd69dakster wrote:All that I see in this guy is "Look at all of the cool tools that I have" Show-off. Your car would probably be finished if you did not spend 3 hours per day taking pics and posting them here. Back to work!
It's just a hobby for me. I'm building an English Wheel because that's what I'm interested in right now. Sometimes I'll even go off and do a woodworking project. I don't have a deadline on the car or take any of this stuff too serious, the day I do is the day I'll sell it all. I deal with deadlines all day long. Playing around in the shop is my way of getting away from doing what I'm supposed to do for a couple hours here & there. I'm having fun.
1969 ProStreet Camaro RS Best 9.75@139 1.46 60'
Blown 427 BBC, TH400 w/Brake, Back-Half Ladderbar
Narrowed 12-Bolt, 4.10 Gears, Spool, Moser 33 Spline
http://www.marsh-racing.com/harrys_camaro-1.htm
Blown 427 BBC, TH400 w/Brake, Back-Half Ladderbar
Narrowed 12-Bolt, 4.10 Gears, Spool, Moser 33 Spline
http://www.marsh-racing.com/harrys_camaro-1.htm
Re: Dash fabrication
I will tell you what: I wish that I put the time in my dash as he did; it looks fantastic! and I do actually enjoy or admire his tools, but you have to admit that I was right with my response. ( Am I a hyprocrit or what?)
Re: Dash fabrication
What milling machine do you have ? And what sort of CNC add-on are you using ? I'm assuming that's CNC, given the repetition and precision. If it's not CNC you are beyond the master machinist level
1969 ProStreet Camaro RS Best 9.75@139 1.46 60'
Blown 427 BBC, TH400 w/Brake, Back-Half Ladderbar
Narrowed 12-Bolt, 4.10 Gears, Spool, Moser 33 Spline
http://www.marsh-racing.com/harrys_camaro-1.htm
Blown 427 BBC, TH400 w/Brake, Back-Half Ladderbar
Narrowed 12-Bolt, 4.10 Gears, Spool, Moser 33 Spline
http://www.marsh-racing.com/harrys_camaro-1.htm
Re: Dash fabrication
My milling machine is just one of those cheap drill presses with the XY hand cranks on the table.
The CNC is a sign making table that I use in my sign business. I just upgraded the spindle to a 3 phase Perske so I could slow the RPMs down enough to cut aluminum & steel.
The CNC is a sign making table that I use in my sign business. I just upgraded the spindle to a 3 phase Perske so I could slow the RPMs down enough to cut aluminum & steel.
Re: Dash fabrication
That makes your work even more impressivepro70z28 wrote:My milling machine is just one of those cheap drill presses with the XY hand cranks on the table.
The CNC is a sign making table that I use in my sign business. I just upgraded the spindle to a 3 phase Perske so I could slow the RPMs down enough to cut aluminum & steel.
Cool stuff
1969 ProStreet Camaro RS Best 9.75@139 1.46 60'
Blown 427 BBC, TH400 w/Brake, Back-Half Ladderbar
Narrowed 12-Bolt, 4.10 Gears, Spool, Moser 33 Spline
http://www.marsh-racing.com/harrys_camaro-1.htm
Blown 427 BBC, TH400 w/Brake, Back-Half Ladderbar
Narrowed 12-Bolt, 4.10 Gears, Spool, Moser 33 Spline
http://www.marsh-racing.com/harrys_camaro-1.htm
Re: Dash fabrication
hey pro70z28
those are some awesome idea's you have come up with the bead roller/ vise mount i am going to use them in the shop that will save tons of room
those are some awesome idea's you have come up with the bead roller/ vise mount i am going to use them in the shop that will save tons of room
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psca westcoast heads up racing open comp
67 Camaro RS/SS
BBC Powerglide 4800 stall 4.11 29.5x10.5W
http://www.chpdragracing.com
Re: Dash fabrication
Thanks Rob. I got the idea off the internet myself. Tonight I cut a jig to align the top & bottom anvils. Next is to cut the frame tube & match it up to the flange on the back of the top wheel assembly.
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Re: Dash fabrication
Forgot to ask, what are you going to make with the English wheel?
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Re: Dash fabrication
He's branching out into the chopper market. He'll start out small, seat pans and such. Later moving into handmade fenders. Ending in super wicked gas tanks. LOL
"I always compare drag racing to lighting $100 bills on fire, only it's more expensive." - Craig W.
Check out my website...
http://www.findmoneyraces.com
'71 Nova E85
6.69 @ 100.2 MPH 9/6/14
1.4257 60'
1700' DA
13:1 439 BBC
3330 lbs
Check out my website...
http://www.findmoneyraces.com
'71 Nova E85
6.69 @ 100.2 MPH 9/6/14
1.4257 60'
1700' DA
13:1 439 BBC
3330 lbs
Re: Dash fabrication
I might make some bowls or somethin'.
I got the frame built. I knew when I decided to built an English Wheel light enough to easily mount to the wall receiver it would be a challenge. Deflection is not a good thing, so I am hoping to make up for the light frame with some triangulated bracing. Only time will tell if it works or becomes lawn art. I figure if it doesn't work I can always build a steel frame since the top & bottom anvil yokes are bolt ons.
I got the frame built. I knew when I decided to built an English Wheel light enough to easily mount to the wall receiver it would be a challenge. Deflection is not a good thing, so I am hoping to make up for the light frame with some triangulated bracing. Only time will tell if it works or becomes lawn art. I figure if it doesn't work I can always build a steel frame since the top & bottom anvil yokes are bolt ons.
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