Post your pics and links to inspirational fabrication work

[ironworks]

I have wanted to start a post for a while where people could post pictures or links to fabrication work that has really inspired them. It can be race cars, trophy trucks, aerospace, just top notch fabrication.

This also means no self promotion, fab work that has inspired you.

I went to Tom Hanna's Shop this summer and saw his Bonneville streamliner project and his amazing cackle fest dragster.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/ShopPicsOctober2009036.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/ShopPicsOctober2009037.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/ShopPicsOctober2009040.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/ShopPicsOctober2009038.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009171.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009170.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009169.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/ShopPicsOctober2009049.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/ShopPicsOctober2009041.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/ShopPicsOctober2009039.jpg

[ironworks]

There is some amazing fab on this discussion forum also.

http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?s=&daysprune=&f=56

[MtotheIKEo]

Here is some amazing titanium work being done on a Ducati

http://www.ducati.ms/forums/showthread.php?t=76500

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2784/4122151865_dae7afe46a_b.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2540/4122952194_6ca9e72e05_b.jpg

[XcYZ]

Great idea, Rodger. I thought this was amazing:

http://www.lateral-g.org/events/sema2008/0129.jpg

http://www.lateral-g.org/events/sema2008/0131.jpg

http://www.lateral-g.org/events/sema2008/0136.jpg

http://www.lateral-g.org/events/sema2008/0134.jpg

http://www.lateral-g.org/events/sema2008/0133.jpg

http://www.lateral-g.org/events/sema2008/0132.jpg





And, of course, I had to post a pic of Charley's favorite car from SEMA 2007. The Kramer. :lol:

http://www.lateral-g.org/events/sema2007/DSC01835.JPG

[BlackenedRR]

The thread on BuiltByBrooks' Tacoma... http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=21167

Plus every single project I see on here, especially Marty's SyborgTT, since I'm gonna do a mini truck as well...

[DOOM]

Roger I have no pictures because they are all on this forum. But I have to say we have a bunch of great fabricators on this site .And without going into alot of names I have to say Gonzo (JCG) and Jason (WAR) have really got my attention with their fabrication skills. They are great guy's to talk to, and learn from!! And like I said their are many many more on this site, but these two in my opinion got it going on right now:hail: :cheers:

[ironworks]

Man that ducati is amazing.

Scott the Golden Sub car is awesome. It was in the Rodders Journal a few months ago. There are a ton of pics on the HUB Garage of it.

Rodger

[J2SpeedandCustom]

Rodger I agree race dezert is one of my favorites! :thumbsup:

I'm fortunate to be 15 miles from the SAC air museum, that has some killer displays of old radial engines! It's amazing the power those motors made 50 - 60 yrs ago... :cool:

[Cris@JCG]

I met Mark Bohlen thru a customer that had his 67 Pro Street Camaro plumbed before the car came to me for final body & paint.. We painted the 67 & car was in assembly & needed the final details for plumbing & was asked to work with Mark.. When I started going to Mark's shop I noticed that he just was not plumbing cars but also doing alot of custom fabrication work.. Looking @ his work inspired me to take our shop into the next level of what we could do other than just cutting & replacing body panels.. I saw the Cuda & payed careful attention to all his detail of how even the smallest pcs were hand fabricated! We are not yet @ the level of what Mark can do or some of the other fabricators in this forum but I have a big list of equipment we are buying for the year of 2010.. Here are some pics of what got me inspired to branch out & take our fabrication shop to the next level :thumbsup:

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/mark100_1754.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/mark100_1675.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/mark100_1603.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/mark100_1458.jpg

[ironworks]

This post should kill an entire evening for ya.

http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php?t=31417

[Kendall Burleson]

more pics to come

[MtotheIKEo]

more pics to come

What is that A-arm on? Beautiful work but it seems like someone that designs something like that would know to not put a rod end in bending.

[radrambler]

Rodger

thanks .....you are right ,one post..HOLY FABRICATION BATMAN !!!:willy:
TALK ABOUT FAB WORK...THATS NUTS..that site is loaded with fab.

Tom

[radrambler]

2004 RAD RIDES BY TROY VISIT...this wrecked my mind.
Dan Holohan was final welding on Sickfish.Showed me all the stuff that was fabbed.
Under plastic was CHICAYNE..WOW the most beautifully modified car ive ever seen.:bow: Dan Holohan nobody has pics of the work you did on Stuarts car, but ive seen it in person..Over the Top Bad A$$ ,Inspirational work. http://i907.photobucket.com/albums/ac278/kustomcarguy/radridespics010.jpg
IMG]http://i907.photobucket.com/albums/ac278/kustomcarguy/radridespics017.jpg[/IMG]
http://i907.photobucket.com/albums/ac278/kustomcarguy/chicayneengine.jpg

TOM

[ironworks]

Here are some pics of the Streamliner that Tom Hanna is building to go 500mph. The details are amazing.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/tomhanna.jpg

Front suspension
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009155.jpg

Motor mount
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009154.jpg

Motor plate shear tab..... NICE
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009152.jpg

Parachute tube bulkhead plate
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009151.jpg

Rear parachute tube bulkhead
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009150.jpg

Parachute base plate
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009149.jpg

Rear suspension rocker
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009148.jpg

another bulkhead plate
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009147.jpg

Engine bulkhead plate
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009146.jpg

[pacificustoms]

I'm a huge fan of race-dezert and all off road and sand car fabrication so it's hard to top that one.

The audio installation this guy builds is absolutely amazing. The molds he makes and way he does carbon fiber is amazing, but most of all the aluminum pieces he makes with only a router. I can only imagine what he would think of with a CNC machine.

http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/index.php?showtopic=57269

[radrambler]

I'm a huge fan of race-dezert and all off road and sand car fabrication so it's hard to top that one.

The audio installation this guy builds is absolutely amazing. The molds he makes and way he does carbon fiber is amazing, but most of all the aluminum pieces he makes with only a router. I can only imagine what he would think of with a CNC machine.

http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/index.php?showtopic=57269

that was awesome..thanks ..ive never been into stereo system stuff but wow that guy does amazing work .

Tom

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Very nice,That takes alot of time to do.

[96z28ss]

The MULE and DSE is what got me inspired.

I'm glad I was introduced to Bruning Auto Design.
Tim does a great job and is a craftsman.

His work can be seen on http://www.bruningautodesign.com/
And on both nomads and the 57 f150 Truck and the 33 double dozen to name a few
http://www.stevesautorestorations.com/index.php

[DOOM]

Hey Roger... Put some of your stuff on here your no slouch your self. :hail: Some of the new guy's may not have seen your fab skills...:cheers:

[ironworks]

Hey Roger... Put some of your stuff on here your no slouch your self. :hail: Some of the new guy's may not have seen your fab skills...:cheers:

If somebody thinks Ironworks did something to inspire them, that's cool, post it up. We do some nice work, but there are some guys out there who can kick some amazing ass in a workshop building amazing things that should be hung in a museum somewhere. I did not start this post to brag. I try to let our work speak for it self....

I wanted to create a thread that would take months and months to look at and examine all the amazing work in each different post. So post away post you links and pics. I need more car porn to look at.

[Young Gun]

Well Rodger wont do it so I will since the work yall have done is absolutely inspirational to me at least!

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/1500Studiopics002.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/1500Studiopics007.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics2-28-07003.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics2-28-07004.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics2-28-07005.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics3-7-07028.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics3-7-07029.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics2-10-2007004.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics2-10-2007002.jpg

[65 347]

young gun, you beat me to it,
roger the work you did on your truck is unbelievable!
but there is many: bent fab, recovery room, roadster shop....

[ironworks]

Thanks guys, but I define inspirational as something somebody else does that makes you want to turn off the computer and go back out in to a cold shop and work to sharpen you skills that much more. ( Welding, Machine work, Solidworks, Tube bending, wiring, etc) It could be something that is not your style of car or project, but the work done on that item is so unreal it motivates you to do better. Or it could be a Pro-touring 69 camaro as long as it motivates you to want to improve your skills.

Enough people, including myself, self promote on this site, but I just wanted to see work that inspires no matter your skill level.

Rodger

[Kendall Burleson]

21624This is killer and simple.

[Mick Mc]

Rodger knows how to push my fabrication buttons, so I'll add my two cents.
INSPIRATION-What drives you to go out to the shop or even outdoors and build it better. Better because most of us, if not all of us, want it to better next time. Faster, cleaner, lighter, smoother, cooler, but just plain better. Not to impress anyone else, but for our own self. We want to make it better.
I will be the first to admit sometimes its hard to be inspired. Yes, there are alot of cool cars and trucks out there. But I'm not talking about cool. I'm talking about "What inspires you".
Inspires you to make what ever you're building better.

A couple of years ago I wanted to be able to TIG weld like the Indy car guys who had a shop down the street. The Indy Car shop was kind of an inspiration, but was almost to far out there in my mind. Anyway I went to my local community college started taking welding classes. I can MIG, but I wanted to weld like the big boys. Practice practice practice, four days a week, every night. Today I can TIG, but the pond of guys who can TIG weld is unbelievable, I jumped into a pond where I'm a peice of dirt.
My point is I was inspired to weld better and today I'm still inspired, but you might be suprised who is providing the inspiration.

Go back to the first page and look at Tom Hanna's fabrication.
Now go back and look again.
That should be enough inspiration to turn off the computer and go back to the shop do something, anything, just work on something.

Yes, we all have piles of parts that didn't work out, but the next time I built it, it was better. And maybe I even tried to use Tom Hanna's single sheer idea on my next bracket (did you notice the F9 bolts and button head stainless steel in the correct application).
Rodger is not going to be inspired by his own work (which is why he didn't post any of his own stuff).
I would bet that most guys (top builders too) are inspired buy someone else's work.

So post up the fabrication work that inpires YOU.
The fabrication that makes you drop everything go back to the shop.

If you have some time, and I do mean a lot of time (grab a bowl of popcorn) and want to see some fabrication porn...(and engineering porn)

http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php?t=31417



Mick

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Good thread Roger,You were right about looking at the bulkhead parts on the streamliner.Hanna's work is so good it looks easy.Put some more up there from that trip.

[WhitecatD]

This post should kill an entire evening for ya.

http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php?t=31417


Yup just spent an hour and a half on this one!

The fab work is incredible!!!:wow:


Ironworks isn't too shabby either :lol: :bow: :thumbsup: I am a fan of the 62 and 63 novas you’re working on.

I have a 62 nova in the works, nothing much yet. I am paying for college right now, it will be a while (Mechanical Engineer):willy:
-Austin

[nvr2fst]

Heres one that inspired me towards chassis design until I found out the cost LOL
http://www.kirkhammotorsports.com/book_aoe/

When I first met Rodger he told me that one of his clients got some inspiration towards the design on a frame from a constructed steel bridge.

Hanna's work is over the top! And the Sub car Scott posted is a metal masterpiece right down to the floor inserts

[nvr2fst]

Heres one more. John's fab work on manifolds is top notch
www.marcellamanifolds.net/

[Mick Mc]

WOW Rodger and I posted the same link for fabrication, to weird.

But I do remember at SEMA, Rodger and I and Eric and Garage Dog crawling for an hour under a offroad race truck looking at fabrication...none of us wanted to walk away, we kept pointing and saying...


Mick

[Bowtieracing]

Excellent topic Rodger:thumbsup:

So much stuff i have never seen before. This book is truly "art of fabricating" :willy:

http://www.kirkhammotorsports.com/book_aoe/aoe_22.pdf

[Nick.V70]

Well Rodger wont do it so I will since the work yall have done is absolutely inspirational to me at least!

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/1500Studiopics002.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/1500Studiopics007.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics2-28-07003.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics2-28-07004.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics2-28-07005.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics3-7-07028.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics3-7-07029.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics2-10-2007004.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g170/novanutcase/shoppics2-10-2007002.jpg



Rodger, this is Brian M. Nova? WOW that is great. :thumbsup: I still want to see your truck up close.



I have always liked to look at fabricators ideas and work. I tried doing fabrication but I don't have the patients for it and give up to fast. http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php?t=31417 is insane and full of ideas.

[ironworks]

Well some more pics from Tom Hannas shop

The dragster belt guard and engine plate spacers.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009172-1.jpg

The exhaust on the streamliner
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009156.jpg

The dual magneto drive off the front of the engine
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009163.jpg

The intake air box and Eric Turners new Asics
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009164.jpg

The F-3 Progarger spacer bracket, just imagine how much machine work it took to make this, even on a CNC machine. ( UNREAL )
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009165.jpg

[Precision Metal]

Great thread Roger,:thumbsup: for a metal guy this is as good as looking at Victoria Secret models.
















Well Almost.

[ironworks]

Check out these english wheels in his shop.

This one is computer control to have a repeatable pressure to return to.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009158.jpg

Have you ever seen this many anvils?
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009159.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009160.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009166.jpg

[ironworks]

The last few pics I have of the streamliner

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009173.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009174.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009175.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/shoppics7-24-2009176.jpg

[ironworks]

And 2 remaining pics of the dragster. Check out that arm next to the diff or the side plates or the carbon fiber seat.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/ShopPicsOctober2009046-1.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Tom%20Hanna/ShopPicsOctober2009047-1.jpg

[pacificustoms]

This is awesome to look at! Thanks for the great thread!

This guy does some amazing bead roller stuff:

http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/BigWigRaceCars/vehicles/11280

[bentfab]

WOW !!!! This thread is awesome.

I would have never thought I would be insperational to someone else. Thank you very much Cris (I think I'm going to cry).

I cant' even start the list of people and places that inspire me but I will try.
My biggest inperation had to be my Mom. I lost her to cancer 6 years ago. If it were'nt for her I would'nt be writing this. She always taught me to do my best keep my head up and don't let anything hold you back. I think about her every day and when things are tuff (every day) I think about her more. That's what keeps me motivated and to never give up ! One of my favorite lines " Keep doing better than your best and never letting it rest"

As for all the talent in this world. Bobby Walden (good friend) one of the best metal men around he did alot of the under hood work on Shicayne and all the work on Sniper. Rad rides. Tom Hannan(Metalshapers.org), Craig Naff(Golden Sub),D.S.E, Some of my local friends Nick @ Red Zone (cage in F-Bomb) Tom Nelson of N.R.E. Every metal shaping book avalible to man(I hear there's a huge new one coming out). Ironworks, Pinkees rod shop, Roadster Shop, Steve Moal, Snick's, Rodders Journal, All the different friends and builders on Lat-G. Jesse James, to see this guy build bikes at the right time and place in history and to take it to a level and style no one else has. Thats a huge motivation and inspiration.

There are so many more out there. If you have the motivation and drive like I do and the rest of us out there we will all be that much better at what we do. It will keep bringing out more talent that you thought you never had because you were inspired and motived by the people, projects, and ideas they created with there own two hands.


Thanks again Roger for getting us inspired

:cheers: Mark Bohlen

[Mick Mc]

I hate it when my work won't allow the pictures to download...




Mick

[CRCRFT78]

I'm inspired by everyone on these forums that builds their cars and then shares their builds with us. All the fab work, paint, interior, every part of these builds. All of the shops, websites, books, EVERYONE! Just fabrication work in general amazes me regardless of what it is. Speaking of all this fab work could anyone use any free help?

Every metal shaping book avalible to man(I hear there's a huge new one coming out).

Hey Mark, anymore info on this book?

Check out this thread. Alot of good work.
http://www.metalmeet.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1121

[1badchevelle]

I would say Pasqual, Chris and crew at Marques. Project name WAR

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo148/wartym/DSC_00420478.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo148/wartym/DSC_0593.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo148/wartym/DSC_0565.jpg

http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo148/wartym/DSC_00320919.jpg

[zachindes]

rodger
do you have any more info on the computer controlled english wheel?
thanks

[ironworks]

What questions do you have? It has a load sensor in the upper roller.

[Scotch]

I've seen a lot of fab work in my*time, but this ranks up there with the best of 'em.

Read the WHOLE story...

This guy built himself a hot rod truck. The whole thing! Body, chassis...all fabricated. Totally killer.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=378992

[ironworks]

Awesome stuff guys, Keep it coming. I need more.

Do they have a drug addict Smiley Face? :D :D :D

[kennyd]

I've seen a lot of fab work in my*time, but this ranks up there with the best of 'em.

Read the WHOLE story...

This guy built himself a hot rod truck. The whole thing! Body, chassis...all fabricated. Totally killer.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=378992

i have seen this project , nice ,nice work .

[ironworks]

This one is going out for my barefoot Arkansas buddy.

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=777973

[bentfab]

One of my biggest inspirations of all time is Richard Michael Pazua. This Guy's work is insane !!!! It blow's my mind. If this guy gets an idea he makes the tool and then the product. But he just doesn't make a tool he takes it to the extreme. Check him out at www.allshops.org/ or metalshapers associatin

Mark

[radrambler]

I've seen a lot of fab work in my*time, but this ranks up there with the best of 'em.

Read the WHOLE story...

This guy built himself a hot rod truck. The whole thing! Body, chassis...all fabricated. Totally killer.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=378992

THANKS..THAT WAS AWESOME....ITS AMAZING TO KNOW SOME PEOPLE HAVE THAT MUCH TALENT.....saw this in the thread " IN HIS SPARE TIME HE WALKS ON WATER"..:lol:
makes me wanna go back to playing with LEGOS...:lol: like i have no business playing with cars
Tom

[ironworks]

This pretty cool stuff.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/42811988@N03/sets/

Here is an old one from one of Chip Foose's employee's.

http://www.wallesdator.com/Foose%20design/Foose%20design%20main.htm

[radrambler]

thanks Rodger for starting this.
and adding to it
i look forward to checking this thread out everyday now ...
LOVE THE FAB YOU AND YOUR GUYS DO RODGER....:thumbsup:


Tom

[zachindes]

What questions do you have? It has a load sensor in the upper roller.

was just curious how it worked. very interesting, i have never seen a computer controlled english wheel before.

[BBShark]

This isn't a car (but it's car related) but this trophy was built some of the best fabricators I have ever seen. It was used in the NASCAR awards ceremony in NY last week. It is 12 ft tall and disassembles for shipping. Hell, the shipping crates for the flags are a work of art.

http://www.vettemod.com/forum/imagehosting/44b2b8a4e65649.jpg

http://www.vettemod.com/forum/imagehosting/44b2b8a49803b9.jpg

http://www.vettemod.com/forum/imagehosting/44b2b8a4a45a3f.jpg

http://www.vettemod.com/forum/imagehosting/44b2b8a4b544e2.jpg

http://www.vettemod.com/forum/imagehosting/44b2b8e984db4e.jpg

http://www.vettemod.com/forum/imagehosting/44b2b8a4c78eb5.jpg

[ironworks]

Well I guess if you win that trophy, More then likely you have the means to display it in your house or office.

Cool project.

[CRCRFT78]

Seeing that big trophy makes me think of the movie "Honey I Shrunk the Kids", or in this case the fabricators.

[Karl Buchka]

I can think of far too many to name offhand, but this one in particular comes to mind:

http://dump.basketofkittens.com/Manta_galleri5.jpg

http://dump.basketofkittens.com/Manta_galleri11-1.jpg

A guy by the name of Ronny Hilmersson put this car together a few years ago and it's probably one of the biggest reasons I started picking up tools. Custom everything, amazing detail work, and he did it all by himself in his garage.

Build pics: http://www.hilmersson-racing.com/start.asp?show=c
Finished pics: http://www.hilmersson-racing.com/start.asp?show=ea

He also has a powerboat project that is practically pornographic: http://www.hilmersson-racing.com/start.asp?show=e

[ironworks]

Well what ever you can think of, post it up. That orange euro car is SOFA KING awesome. I would love to do that to a datsun 510 some day.

Thanks for posting.

[syborg tt]

Now this is a cool car

Man I love it !!!!!

I can think of far too many to name offhand, but this one in particular comes to mind:

http://dump.basketofkittens.com/Manta_galleri5.jpg

http://dump.basketofkittens.com/Manta_galleri11-1.jpg

A guy by the name of Ronny Hilmersson put this car together a few years ago and it's probably one of the biggest reasons I started picking up tools. Custom everything, amazing detail work, and he did it all by himself in his garage.

Build pics: http://www.hilmersson-racing.com/start.asp?show=c
Finished pics: http://www.hilmersson-racing.com/start.asp?show=ea

He also has a powerboat project that is practically pornographic: http://www.hilmersson-racing.com/start.asp?show=e

[d110pickup]

There's some fantastic fab work and an unbelievable attention to detail on this rod.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/troymorris/3611362666/in/set-72157619413650851/
Mike
http://i101.photobucket.com/albums/m76/d110pickup/GoldenSubII.jpg

[gracin7]

21624This is killer and simple.

I think that is Dale JR's DSE 70'ish Camaro.
Great idea Rodger,I have a section in my favorites where I store anything neat that I come across or links.the first fab work I have is Ironworks Z06 66 Nova,that car got me hooked on the Pro-touring thing,Your one of the MACK-DADDIES Rodger,and that Trophy truck link I had seen before on Lat-G or PT glad you posted that there is some outrageous cagework there!!!

[brian mc]

yeah Rodger is an awesome fabricator! i was lucky enough to see him do some work on one of the many projects at IRONWORKS i even got a picture of him hard at work.....I think he even fabbed the chair he's sittin in!



















http://i334.photobucket.com/albums/m429/bfm74/r1097064603.jpg

[RECOVERY ROOM]

That's funny...

[ironworks]

I just watched show on the discovery HD channel called Birth of a Racer. Cool stuff.

Cool show I believes it re-airs on the 28th of December

[GregWeld]

Oh yeah! I've met him!! He was in the middle seat on that last flight I took!!

EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!

[Young Gun]

I just watched show on the discovery HD channel called Birth of a Racer. Cool stuff.

Cool show I believes it re-airs on the 28th of December

yup, I was watchin it as well... great show

[Sandbagger]

My girlfriend thinks Im in here looking at porn ...





Shes kinda right .

[RACERAL]

As far as I am concerned.. And I am hugely biased... Nothing will ever touch this
It's the Kirkham billet Cobra...I know some of you have seen it... but good lord.. I would love to see it in person.
http://jalopnik.com/5385760/kirkham-motorsports-billet-cobra-frame
For a detailed look and study , look here
http://www.kirkhammotorsports.com/book_aoe/

[nvr2fst]

As far as I am concerned.. And I am hugely biased... Nothing will ever touch this
It's the Kirkham billet Cobra...I know some of you have seen it... but good lord.. I would love to see it in person.
http://jalopnik.com/5385760/kirkham-motorsports-billet-cobra-frame
For a detailed look and study , look here
http://www.kirkhammotorsports.com/book_aoe/

Oh yea, one of my favorites, I posted them on page 3, but keep them coming

[nvr2fst]

Not sure if its inspirational but the designed components for "play land" make you wonder? Never realized how much detail goes into these RC cars/trucks. From billet chassis to full all out suspension components.
http://www.ckrccrawlers.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=1935

[preston]

I feel pretty good about a lot of the stuff I've been fabbing especially given that I"m entirely "internet" taught and have crappy Harbor Freight levels of tooling and a tiny shop. Nothing to compare to the pro's not to mention the people on this thread. But what always blows me away isn't so much the thought and ability that goes into making these pieces - I'd like to think my mind works in some of the same ways.

What always makes me laugh at my own crap is the level of perfection in all the pieces. I can do some metal shaping and TIG it together nicely enough, but everything I do has a home made quality to it. THere is always some slight asymmetry, big scratches in the surface, messed up corners or places where I have to put things into tension to keep them aligned.

And the grinder and some bondo can cover up a lot of problems.

But when I look at things like that submarine car and it looks like it came straight out of a hot rod extrusion machine.....I still can't manage to completely planish all the hammer bumps out of a small piece of metal.

That is what is depressing about looking at incredible work like this !

Of course I only spend 20 hours a week hot rodding, always under a lot of time pressure, and only for the last 10 years. I guess I could imagine a world where 50 hours of fabbing a week for the last 40 years might get you pretty good at stuff.

[ironworks]

My favorite car at the SEMA show was Robbie Gordon's Hummer. Check out this a arm. SWEET

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/ShopPicsOctober2009068.jpg

Interior shot
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/ShopPicsOctober2009069.jpg

Side shot
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/ShopPicsOctober2009070.jpg

[nvr2fst]

My favorite car at the SEMA show was Robbie Gordon's Hummer. Check out this a arm. SWEET

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/ShopPicsOctober2009068.jpg

Interior shot
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/ShopPicsOctober2009069.jpg

Side shot
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/ShopPicsOctober2009070.jpg

Rodger,
The arms look like a massive fish hook for white shark.
Besides the body mods what did this start out as 1,2 or 3? Kinda hard to tell. I need to get some tires and beadlocks like that for mine.

[preston]

The 4*4 guys make the rest of us look like pikers.

[nvr2fst]

I started thinking what actually INSPIRED me to change a stock Camaro. I know there's a ton of builds out there.
But at the beginning prior to becoming a member here, not scrolling through the web and basically only hitting local shows my inspiration came from Scott G's Camaro. Ive seen several cars in mags that were really nice but in person for a Camaro, thats what got me thinking, then came the G force Cuda. When the Brunning boys started the E-ticket Challenger thats what gave me inspiration to do a custom chassis.

[gracin7]

I cant believe this post died out,need some new material,cant do any manual labor for 2 mnts thanks to a couple of back surgeries.Nows the time to research.I have so many next steps for my project that I wasnt able to accomplish before my surgery now theyll be so much more,be busy for a while.Anybody have access to the older stuff Troy took off his website(Blowfish,Chicane,Notorious)maybe Dan H. can help out there,you have anything else Rodge,that bajatruck link is one of my favs,is that theTerrible Herbst inhouse or outsourced chassis shop,thanks Rich

[radrambler]

I cant believe this post died out,need some new material,cant do any manual labor for 2 mnts thanks to a couple of back surgeries.Nows the time to research.I have so many next steps for my project that I wasnt able to accomplish before my surgery now theyll be so much more,be busy for a while.Anybody have access to the older stuff Troy took off his website(Blowfish,Chicane,Notorious)maybe Dan H. can help out there,you have anything else Rodge,that bajatruck link is one of my favs,is that theTerrible Herbst inhouse or outsourced chassis shop,thanks Rich

sorry your down for a while..

heres a link to his picks http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/fabber
good luck on recovery

TOM

[Garage Dog 65]

Something a little different is always good....

A lot of the processes and jig stuff is the same with metal as it is with other materials - so I like to look at bunches of sites that can inspire and be cross utilized. (plus I like woodworking too) Here's a couple to cruze !

http://www.racingcomposites.net/

http://www.joeharmondesign.com/

Get well soon !

Jim

[Garage Dog 65]

I often check in on Pinkee's to see them building cool stuff.

http://pinkeesrodshop.com/

DSE is always a good read - always some new stuff being posted.

http://www.detroitspeed.com/projectpages/project_page.htm

Same with Rad Rides - always great build picks to drool over when you need inspiration.

http://www.radrides.com/home.php

Jim

[ironworks]

Al right some fresh porn for you fellow addicts.

http://www.canepa.com/news/hhr.html

Yeah I know it is an HHR. But just look at the gallery.

The rest of the website is pretty cool also.

[gracin7]

Thanks guys,just got home from a week and a half in the hospital this will help the healing.I also am hooked on twin turbo setups thanks to this website,so now my Chevelle will be a 383 w/ twin turbos.I found the Turbo Forum,anything else around.

[HOLOHAN'S HOT ROD SHOP]

Now that's cool.... Isn't that just a killer look?
Was at the Salt Flats with the Blowfish in 06' and seen the first HHR bite it. Pretty violent to say the least. Cool site, thanks...........

[syborg tt]

Al right some fresh porn for you fellow addicts.

http://www.canepa.com/news/hhr.html

Yeah I know it is an HHR. But just look at the gallery.

The rest of the website is pretty cool also.

GOD I F-N hate flash sites - the pictures always suck

Nice truck but lost interest because of the ****ty site

[Garage Dog 65]

Don't forget to stop by Posie's once in a while to see his stuff.

Past projects:

http://www.posiesrodsandcustoms.com/posies_statements/

And current shop projects:

http://www.posiesrodsandcustoms.com/journal/category/shopprojects/

Ken had a nice statement on his truck - Maybe Rodger should paint a little statement on the bottom of his too... seemed appropriate

Jim...

[Garage Dog 65]

Scratch built GT40.

http://www.dariusrudis.com/jdunham/index.html

Jim

Backstory from Hot Rod Jan 05:

He Makes Us All Look Like Chumps
Sometimes all you can do is shake your head in stunned admiration when you see a project like Jim Dunham's scratch-built Mark I GT40 replica. A Ford vehicle-packaging engineer by day, Jim has been at work since 1997 handbuilding an exact duplicate of Ford's legendary supercar in his garage from the ground up. "I decided to build one for myself from scratch since I sure could never afford to buy an original," he says. After measuring four original GT40s and gaining access to another chassis that was under restoration, Jim drew up his own full-scale plans using CAD software, built wooden body bucks, and began forming the monocoque body tub, which is now about 90 percent complete, from sheetmetal just like the originals. He's also building the running gear and body panels in his home garage, including handforming the roof and other body panels using a hammer and dolly and an English wheel. "I try to tell guys anyone can do this; it's not tough," Jim says. Jim hopes to have the car running with a mechanically injected small-block Ford by next year and he intends to run it in open-track and vintage racing events. Unbelievable.

[Kendall Burleson]

Here is some amazing titanium work being done on a Ducati

http://www.ducati.ms/forums/showthread.php?t=76500

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2784/4122151865_dae7afe46a_b.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2540/4122952194_6ca9e72e05_b.jpgMan that remind me went I was building Titanium BMX bicycle in the 80's that is some neat stuff to work with.

[nvr2fst]

Something a little different is always good....

A lot of the processes and jig stuff is the same with metal as it is with other materials - so I like to look at bunches of sites that can inspire and be cross utilized. (plus I like woodworking too) Here's a couple to cruze !

http://www.racingcomposites.net/

http://www.joeharmondesign.com/

Get well soon !

Jim

Thanks Jim. Just found my new wallpaper. The all wood Splinter is something else. Ive done some Vac curved weave laminates myself on making some furniture pieces but that there is wall art for me.

[nvr2fst]

Scratch built GT40.

http://www.dariusrudis.com/jdunham/index.html

Jim

Backstory from Hot Rod Jan 05:

He Makes Us All Look Like Chumps
Sometimes all you can do is shake your head in stunned admiration when you see a project like Jim Dunham's scratch-built Mark I GT40 replica. A Ford vehicle-packaging engineer by day, Jim has been at work since 1997 handbuilding an exact duplicate of Ford's legendary supercar in his garage from the ground up. "I decided to build one for myself from scratch since I sure could never afford to buy an original," he says. After measuring four original GT40s and gaining access to another chassis that was under restoration, Jim drew up his own full-scale plans using CAD software, built wooden body bucks, and began forming the monocoque body tub, which is now about 90 percent complete, from sheetmetal just like the originals. He's also building the running gear and body panels in his home garage, including handforming the roof and other body panels using a hammer and dolly and an English wheel. "I try to tell guys anyone can do this; it's not tough," Jim says. Jim hopes to have the car running with a mechanically injected small-block Ford by next year and he intends to run it in open-track and vintage racing events. Unbelievable.

Jim is this a Porsche buddy of yours. I believe I counted 6 Porsche in the garage at one stage or done, surrounding the crown jewel GT40 build.

[Musclerodz]

Thanks Jim. Just found my new wallpaper. The all wood Splinter is something else. Ive done some Vac curved weave laminates myself on making some furniture pieces but that there is wall art for me.I met joe harmon several years back. He definitely walks to a different drummer. I saw the CAD models for this project back when they were a student engineering project, long before they went public and took on a life of its own. His knowledge of exotic wood species is unreal, and the length they are going to in making 98% of this car out of wood and functional is even crazier. tires, glass, instruments, and basic engine is pretty much the only thin that will not be wood.

[Garage Dog 65]

check out some of the nice touches on the Hemirod. And the color combos and finish choices on the engine and chassis too.

http://pinkeesrodshop.com/1932_Ford_Tudor_HEMROD-a34.aspx

Jim

[HOLOHAN'S HOT ROD SHOP]

Pretty good site, lots of build pics.................

http://www.stevesautorestorations.com/projects.php?ptype=1&projid=15&cpid=1&next=1&maxrows=284

[GregWeld]

Steves Auto Restorations painted my 67 Vette (Ermine White) years ago... My buddy owns it now -- it has 34K ORIGINAL miles on it... but the point is... the body blocking is flawless - and so is the paint - and that was 20 years ago!

They do phenomenal work!

Bring a boat load of cash....

[96z28ss]

Steves Auto Restorations painted my 67 Vette (Ermine White) years ago... My buddy owns it now -- it has 34K ORIGINAL miles on it... but the point is... the body blocking is flawless - and so is the paint - and that was 20 years ago!

They do phenomenal work!

Bring a boat load of cash....

They do great work but like you said bring a boat load of cash and have a boat load in reserve just incase.

Here is the car that Tim started and is currently finishing.
http://www.stevesautorestorations.com/projects.php?ptype=1&projid=16&cpid=1&next=1&maxrows=118

[ironworks]

Tim went back to work for SAR? I was unaware of that.

I think any shop that gets paid for "ALL" the hours they have in the car is going to charge a boat load. This line of work is not the smartest business plan unless you can do that.

Quality work is not cheap and Cheap work is not good.

[96z28ss]

Tim went back to work for SAR? I was unaware of that.

I think any shop that gets paid for "ALL" the hours they have in the car is going to charge a boat load. This line of work is not the smartest business plan unless you can do that.

Quality work is not cheap and Cheap work is not good.

He went back on a part time contract basis. He isn't an employee. Steve needed some real talent to get $hit done I guess. Tim left on good terms so...

[Matt@BOS]

Got bored today and was flipping through the March issue of Hot Rod Magazine when I stumbled upon the '70 Mustang "Trans-Cammer." I remember being blown away at SEMA, as I'm sure many of you were. Anyway, I decided to google it because I haven't seen much info on the car around here, maybe a couple shots from SEMA or the Ultimate Street Car Challenge, but nothing I hadn't seen in person. Let me just say, the owner/builder needs a plate holder that reads, "proud to be awesome," because what lies under the skin on this car is simply amazing. It is clean, purposeful, and intricately detailed to a level that instantly puts almost everything else out there to shame.

Finished shots start at the top of the first page, but click through all the pages because the thread is in the process of being update with more build pics

http://boardsus.playstation.com/playstation/board/message?board.id=granturismo&thread.id=438467&view=by_date_ascending&page=1

Matt

[customcam]

Matt i think i just seen the best Mustang of all time!
That is Bad ass :hail:

[Al Moreno]

Here some more info:

http://www.grandtouringgarage.com/index.php?section=2

[ironworks]

This car is super bad ass. Jim Busby racing chassis. 525hp Roush engine. Carbon brakes inside Buick drums.

Sorry some pics suck, My camera has been sick lately.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Walden%20Speed%20Shop%2032/ShopPicsJanuary2010121.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Walden%20Speed%20Shop%2032/ShopPicsJanuary2010122.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Walden%20Speed%20Shop%2032/ShopPicsJanuary2010136.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Walden%20Speed%20Shop%2032/ShopPicsJanuary2010135.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Walden%20Speed%20Shop%2032/ShopPicsJanuary2010126.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Walden%20Speed%20Shop%2032/ShopPicsJanuary2010123.jpg

[ironworks]

Some More.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Walden%20Speed%20Shop%2032/ShopPicsJanuary2010125.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Walden%20Speed%20Shop%2032/ShopPicsJanuary2010133.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Walden%20Speed%20Shop%2032/ShopPicsJanuary2010128.jpg

[Scotch]

That hot rod looks SO bad ass...I just wish they'd have done something more with the stock gas tank. It looks funny hanging out there in the wind like that.

If Busby is involved, it'll be fast. LOVE the brakes!

[preston]

As beautiful and well fabricated as that rig is, I still have a hard time reconciling "race chassis" and the front end horse buggy suspension. Its kind of messing with my head actually - triangulated Nascar/GT style front end space frame, with radius arms, CF brakes and a deadmans axle.

[ironworks]

That hot rod looks SO bad ass...I just wish they'd have done something more with the stock gas tank. It looks funny hanging out there in the wind like that.

If Busby is involved, it'll be fast. LOVE the brakes!

The stock fuel tank had a fuel cell with bladder inside the original sheetmetal. It was bad ass.

This would be so fun for a daily driver.

[notorious1970]

There is some extremely nice stuff in this thread :hail:

[CRCRFT78]

Back to the top for this one. Any updates from anyone?

[xpsled]

A little while ago I found a post on either this or another forum of a young guys Tig welding that was just outstanding. I have never seen anything like it. I also remember there were pics of a mini truck he was building with his brother. I have been searching the forum and cant find it anywhere. Does anyone remember this or have a link to it????

[CRCRFT78]

Here you go.

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=21167&page=10

[xpsled]

Here you go.

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=21167&page=10

Your a legend, thankyou. My mate thinks he is pretty handy with a tig welder so i wanted to show him this. I think he will be a little disheartened after looking at this!!!

[SBDave]

I couldn't not respond to this thread! You guys have covered a lot of the cars that have inspired me (ie. Terrible Herbst Trophy Trucks, Robby Gordon's Hummer, Brunning Auto, Rad Rod by Troy...etc etc). I started out interested in the off-road stuff and in university I designed and built a custom off-road race car ...er go kart from scratch. I spent many hours studying class 1 cars and trophy trucks on Race Dezert!

Now I work for an off-road racing transaxle company (Weddle Industries). Someone posted Robby Gordon's Hummer wondering what it started out as. That's a custom tube frame race car with a hummer body (carbon fiber of course) on top, it's basically a class 1 buggy. We sold him the transaxle that it uses and do all the prep work/rebuilds on the trans.

Lots of cars and shops on here inspire me: Gonzo, Ironworks, Penny, Payback, BentFab, Built by Brooks, Bill Amsley, Fesler....
Good on ya!
-Dave

ps. hey, my first post! I almost went a year just lurking!

[ironworks]

Not really sure how it will perform, but it sure looks amazing. For a square tube stainless steel hydro powered rock buggy.

http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=763311

[Garage Dog 65]

More Fab-crack for the junkies in the house... :P

Who doesn't love the engineering and build craftsmanship from Tim Divers.

Ferrambo is just amazing stuff.

http://www.diversstreetrods.com/ferrambo/


PS, watch the video on the home page http://www.diversstreetrods.com

Jim

[GregWeld]

Jim -

Timmy Diver does amazing fab work! His brother does all the interiors.... I go up there all the time just to get a "fab fix". A buddies son works there. They're great guys.

[Garage Dog 65]

And I love the out-in-the-weeds farm look of the facility - then to see the stuff rolling outta there kills me.

Wish I had someplace like that close, but I'd be there all the time !

Have you been to Rod Emory's place ? They do porsche stuff - but there are some nice pieces coming from them too. In your neck of the woods ?

http://www.emorymotorsports.com/

Check the Workshop and the Outlaws pages.

[GregWeld]

Jim -- Never been to Emorys shop. It's not far from Portland (where I was born and have relatives etc) so maybe I'll check it out next time I'm down there.

BTW -- the "barns" at Divers are anything but... they have full on fab shops going there -- and paint etc... as well as clean room... And YES it's in the sticks - with beautiful views - and the travel time from home to work is "minimal". :rofl:

[ironworks]

Greg - How far out of town are they? How far do the employees have to commute to work? I always wanted a big shop out in the sticks. Have a Guest house for customers and and Go kart for Saturday night show downs.

Someday......

Rodger

[Garage Dog 65]

End of June might be a good time to visit. They have a campout and swap - plus they do an open house in the shops. And a BBQ cookoff too !!! Yum !

:cheers:

[Garage Dog 65]

Greg - How far out of town are they? How far do the employees have to commute to work? I always wanted a big shop out in the sticks. Have a Guest house for customers and and Go kart for Saturday night show downs.

Someday......

Rodger

Indiana !!! We gots corn and cows too !

:yes:

[GregWeld]

Greg - How far out of town are they? How far do the employees have to commute to work? I always wanted a big shop out in the sticks. Have a Guest house for customers and and Go kart for Saturday night show downs.

Someday......

Rodger

Rodger -- I live about 50 minutes from their shop... it would be closer but, of course, it's out on 2 lane roads and you can't just clip out there at 75... They're like 40 miles from me.

Nick lives probably a 35 minute drive.... I don't know where the other guys live.

Neither of these drives (mine or Nicks) to their shop would be the kind of nasty stop and go urban traffic that we all hate. It's back roads, and secondary state hiways... and it's PRETTY out that way. I can't imagine anyone complaining about getting "out of town" to go to work. Nick is young - mid 20's and gets to work with some of the best minds in the business... what's to complain about!

Timmy has 25 acres - horses - few neighbors - and a beautiful place... He only works on stuff he wants to do - and has a waiting list to get a car built by them. What a life.

[Thomo5150]

The guy next door has built a few cars in his garage in the last 25 years. The welding on the cars are a work off art, and with the speed they do, you need a good fabricator/ welder.

www.aussieinvader.com

[ironworks]

Man that's cool stuff. Must be some neighborhood.

Come on guys there has to be more. Post em up.

[Kendall Burleson]

this is cool Fab work by one of our own.

[ironworks]

Time to bring this one back from the dead.

Here is one I found on the HAMB.

http://www.target550.com/gallery.htm

Here is another one that was on race dezert.

http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php/59124-****Pretty-Welds....****


Alright show me what you got?

[kennyd]

this is cool Fab work by one of our own.
yes dan is a badass

[preston]

Some real nice work going on here. Building your own tube frame chassis car is one thing, but modifying an aluminum chassis and integrating with a steel cage is only the tip of the iceberg here

http://www.ls7nsx.com/

And when you're sitting back with a cigarette after perusing all of his work, don't miss the "Miss BadWrench" link at the bottom.

[CRCRFT78]

I could look at this stuff all day.

[legend]

not sure if i posted this, but is anyone following Denis over on DP motorsport

if you dig through the site the DP1 goes from rough sketch to rip roaring prototype and then through a number of iterations etc

some amazing design and fab work

http://dpcars.net/

home made carbon/honeycomb tub
http://dpcars.net/dp1v8/dp1021.jpg
serious geometry and attention to detail
http://dpcars.net/dp1v8/dp1024.jpg

http://dpcars.net/dp1v8/dp1025.jpg

500bhp, 1000lbs, 4x4, with proper downforce etc

http://dpcars.net/dplite/dp4363.jpg

http://dpcars.net/dplite/dp4364.jpg

[Karl Buchka]

not sure if i posted this, but is anyone following Denis over on DP motorsport

if you dig through the site the DP1 goes from rough sketch to rip roaring prototype and then through a number of iterations etc

some amazing design and fab work

Been following his progress for years. He's been a huge inspiration and motivator for my brother and I. I'm actually wearing my Palatov Motorsport t-shirt right now. :lol:

[legend]

I always look over the site once a week, some amazing work going on. His findings on the weakness of the ariel atom design were interesting but not suprising if you've ever met Simon saunders the guy that oversaw the initial design by Nick Smart, who was a student at the time

I'l like to see the DP4 style rear end under a pro touring car, suitably beeferd up

[d110pickup]

Here's another great job from HAMB.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=336494

Mike

[ironworks]

This was an open house at Pinkees a few weeks ago.


http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=485112

Rodger

[ironworks]

Some more streamliner pics

http://dragtraction.com/hanna.html

BADD.....

[ironworks]

Some more pics to completely waste your day.

http://allshops.org/cgi-bin/community/communityalbumdirectory.cgi?itemstartingposition=8 01&searchword=t

[ironworks]

I found this this morning. Some really nice exhaust stuff

http://www.spdexhaust.com/Photo_Gallerys.html

[67bbc]

I found this this morning. Some really nice exhaust stuff

http://www.spdexhaust.com/Photo_Gallerys.html

That's Kevin's work, a friend of mine. He's the master mind behind all SPD's custom header and exhaust work. The guy is an absolute master at his craft. Kevin is a real stand up guy too.

[Bowtieracing]

I found this this morning. Some really nice exhaust stuff

http://www.spdexhaust.com/Photo_Gallerys.html


Did you guys notice the falconer V12 on 32 ford? I thought those engines were similar urban legends as arao 4-valve heads..

[ironworks]

I have always wanted to use this engine in something. So amazing looking

http://www.falconerengines.com/bio/bio_l6.php

[ht turbo monaro]

Hi guys,

Some of my fab pics from down under all fab work done by glen from GD race cars:thumbsup:

[syborg tt]

Hi guys,

Some of my fab pics from down under all fab work done by glen from GD race cars:thumbsup:

Love to see Turboo's on the Drivers Side

Great Fab work

[MtotheIKEo]

Love to see Turboo's on the Drivers Side

Great Fab work

Looks like the passenger side to me :_paranoid

[WSSix]

not in Australia it's not :)

[ht turbo monaro]

Your right guys not on drivers side in austrailia lol :thumbsup:

[preston]

I was absolutely blown away by this Viper from SEMA. It takes a lot to get me excited about a car anymore - I think the last car that made me lose it was the Gforce Cuda. I don't like show cars especially over the top show car builds, but over the top functional builds turn my crank.

Check out this bad boy:

http://speedhunters.com/archive/2010/11/02/car-spotlight-gt-gt-twins-turbo-motorsports-dodge-viper.aspx

And then follow along on the 250 fab photos here:

(appetite whet- most of us just connect a drain line from the turbos to the oil pan - these guys hand built (of course) little drain tanks complete with strainers and air separator AND vent line ! Look like little jewels. And that manifold - take me away to the fainting couch !)

click on 3 link, "Bob's Viper"

http://www.twinsturbo.com/component/option,com_rsgallery2/Itemid,9/

[Bryce]

My watts link for the falcon.

http://media.motortopia.com/files/21357/album_3link/4cfc30db2a1a7/tn_full_DSC03454.jpg (http://www.motortopia.com/photos/587457)

http://media.motortopia.com/files/21357/album_3link/4cfc30e53faf9/tn_full_DSC03455.jpg (http://www.motortopia.com/photos/587458)

[ironworks]

Thanks for the post Preston. That is kick ass stuff. Now lets see some more. I saw something else a week or so ago, but figured this thread was dead. Hmm what was that.....

[Musclerodz]

http://cache-02.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/gallery/12/2009/03/medium_3332764623_50cd8eca98_o.jpg


more pics here:

http://jalopnik.com/5165562/2009-detroit-autorama-dan-webbs-golden-submarine-debuts

[lilcraigford]

There is some incredible craftsmanship in this thread! Hopefully my contributions are on par.

Hopefully I didn't overlook someone else posting this already. The scratch built Lamborghini Countach:

http://www.kiengineering.com/The_Bull.php

http://www.kiengineering.com/images/albums/NewAlbum_8a4c1/chassis_small.jpg

http://www.kiengineering.com/images/albums/NewAlbum_ef57f/62small.jpg

And this one comes from a slightly different crowd but hopefully it fits in this thread; Mk1 Golf by Eurowise:

http://www.stanceworks.com/forums/showthread.php?t=11983

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss187/Eurowise/Turbo%20VR6%20Rabbit/DSC_0821.jpg

[tones2SS]

There is some incredible craftsmanship in this thread! Hopefully my contributions are on par.
Hopefully I didn't overlook someone else posting this already. The scratch built Lamborghini Countach:

That Countach build is sick! Very nice.:yes:

[ironworks]

Some more I found.

http://www.spudsgarage.com/vehicles/56ChevyG8/index.htm

http://www.spudsgarage.com/vehicles/57RiddlerConcept/index.htm

They are both amazing.

[kennyd]

That Countach build is sick! Very nice.:yes:

x2.....

[preston]

I'll never really understand what drives guys to build these over the top show cars but some nice work on them. I'm especially not into the "cover all the functionality with smoothed out metal" mentality, but definitely takes some skill and vision. I know one thing, any car with that kind of power, hell, any car that is driven will need work and you'd be looking at 24+ hours of labor just to disassemble the front end and tape off everything to do basic maintenance.

I'd take Bob Griffith's Viper every day of the week over a dozen Ridler cars whether I'm driving, showing, or racing.

Like I said, I don't understand it, but good for them. I like keeping craftsmen employed.

[toddshotrods]

Oh man, is this a great thread!!! I really, really, needed this! Thanks Ironworks for starting it and everyone who contributed. I have been struggling with keeping my focus and getting anything done lately - this helps! :yes: :hail:

[texas56]

Some more I found.

http://www.spudsgarage.com/vehicles/56ChevyG8/index.htm

http://www.spudsgarage.com/vehicles/57RiddlerConcept/index.htm

They are both amazing.

That 57 is going to be interesting...............:bow:

[ironworks]

Here are 2 pics I just got in a resume. Pretty cool I would say.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/oldcarpic2.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/Oldcarpic3.jpg

[Fluid Power]

17 years to build a Lambo? Whew, I thought my project took a long time. That might be the strangest build I have ever read about.

Darren

[radrambler]

Here are 2 pics I just got in a resume. Pretty cool I would say.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/oldcarpic2.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/Oldcarpic3.jpg

id guess he IS QUALIFIED FOR CUSTOM METAL WORK...WOW!!

[kennyd]

1938 talbot-lago ?


Here are 2 pics I just got in a resume. Pretty cool I would say.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/oldcarpic2.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Her%20Jeep/Oldcarpic3.jpg

[ironworks]

Nope your way off it is a 1937.

1937 Talbot-Lago – Type 150-C-SS/Sport Coupe
Much admired for its distinct body design called “goutte d’eau” or Tear Drop, this car was a wedding gift for the fourth wife of an Indian prince. This chassis (#90107) is the most unique of the 14 coupes built — it’s the only one with fully skirted front and rear aluminum fenders, all aluminum body, a sunroof and painted (not chromed) wheels. This is also one of only two Talbot-Lagos with the cloisonné hood ornament in the shape of a royal crown, testifying to the cars Royal Indian heritage.

Engine Type: OHV, Hemi, In-Line Six, triple carburetors
Cylinders: 6
Horsepower: 140+
Manufacturer: Automobiles Talbot-Darracq (Paris, France)
Coachbuilder: Figoni & Falaschi (Paris, France)
Price When New: $4,873 (chassis only)

To be exact.

[preston]

Nope your way off it is a 1937.

Ha ha.

Anyone that can make reverse curve body panels is a metal God.

Wow....what a beautiful car.

[HWY Nova]

Some more I found.


http://www.spudsgarage.com/vehicles/57RiddlerConcept/index.htm

They are both amazing.

That 57 is going to be interesting...............:bow:

This 57 is rumored to be a Ridler-car.

Some "tubing" guy on this site did some work on it a while ago.




--Eric

[ironworks]

Ha ha.

Anyone that can make reverse curve body panels is a metal God.

Wow....what a beautiful car.

No you mean anybody who can make matching reverse curve body panels is a metal GOD.

[ironworks]

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Talbot_l.jpg

[bentfab]

This 57 is rumored to be a Ridler-car.

Some "tubing" guy on this site did some work on it a while ago.




--Eric

:D.......

[Big-Head]

Some more I found.

http://www.spudsgarage.com/vehicles/56ChevyG8/index.htm

http://www.spudsgarage.com/vehicles/57RiddlerConcept/index.htm

They are both amazing.

Just some crazy detail... beautiful work! Love the color combination!

[ironworks]

Alright some more Tom Hanna Dragster pics.

Even better. NSFW just kidding.

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=536047633#!/album.php?id=100000250222073&aid=36825&forceClose=1

[jimbo]

My 11 yo daughter made this out of exhaust tubing and an old door skin. First time mig welding.
You have to start somewhere.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v296/chevelleman454/PA290019.jpg

[Sandbagger]

My 11 yo daughter made this out of exhaust tubing and an old door skin. First time mig welding.
You have to start somewhere.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v296/chevelleman454/PA290019.jpg

Thats more than a few frequent posters here..:thumbsup:

[tazzz2_ca]

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Talbot_l.jpg

Now you're talking Roger,,,, that car is way cool....

[GregWeld]

My 11 yo daughter made this out of exhaust tubing and an old door skin. First time mig welding.
You have to start somewhere.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v296/chevelleman454/PA290019.jpg



I've been at this 40 years and I still can't make anything.


:_paranoid

[RECOVERY ROOM]

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Talbot_l.jpg

THAT'S ART

[ironworks]

Found this at Lunch.

I ate a foot long Quizno's sub and watched this video, Now back to work.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxYHD7-U6xY&feature=player_embedded#at=496

[Mick Mc]

Found this at Lunch.

I ate a foot long Quizno's sub and watched this video, Now back to work.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fxYHD7-U6xY&feature=player_embedded#at=496

So that's what a million dollars looks like.

[Southrod]

I Think this is the place to put this, Ive had a few people wanting to see picks of any of my Metal fab work,not that i think any of it is inspirational but this is different than what we normally do,this is from a couple of yrs ago,it was a private contract job for a carraige body for the queen that we did.
enjoy or Not.
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture289.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture290.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture288.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture100.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture015.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture108.jpg

[Southrod]

http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture107.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture114.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture116.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture119.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture167.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture195.jpg

[Southrod]

http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture181.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture164.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture197.jpg

[Sieg]

Incredible and definitely inspirational. :thumbsup:

[coolwelder62]

Wow!! that's way cool.:thumbsup: Did the glass Slipper end fitting.:lol: :lol: Scott.

[nvr2fst]

Way cool, Do you have any photos of it finished. You guys have some great skills, I bet ya most here wish your shop was in the states.:thumbsup:

Whats the suspension set up on that bad boy carriage:unibrow:

[Ketzer]

That is one heck of a stagecoach. :hail:
1.Ride height is too high.
2.Needs a Hemi.
:D

Jeff-

[Mick Mc]

If you can't get enough of Tom Hanna's dragster here is a link for a few shots.

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150138313565399&set=a.10150139625320399.326844.139577280398#!/photo.php?fbid=165315833486756&set=a.165315816820091.36825.100000250222073&theater


Mick

[HWY Nova]

If you can't get enough of Tom Hanna's dragster here is a link for a few shots.

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150138313565399&set=a.10150139625320399.326844.139577280398#!/photo.php?fbid=165315833486756&set=a.165315816820091.36825.100000250222073&theater


Mick

Rodger and I stopped at Tom Hanna's shop in Wichita, KS, and saw this dragster. All I can say is WOW!!!!!

Tom gave us a personal tour of his shop and showed us all of his projects. He is a first-class guy, and has a great crew.


--Eric

[Mick Mc]

Rodger and I stopped at Tom Hanna's shop in Wichita, KS, and saw this dragster. All I can say is WOW!!!!!

Tom gave us a personal tour of his shop and showed us all of his projects. He is a first-class guy, and has a great crew.


--Eric

I sent a note to Tom on Facebook saying I was a fan.
He sent me back a note saying 'Thanks a million for your friendship".
'And since he's in Santa Fe several times a year we should grab a meal together'
I was blown away. He is a first-class guy. Wow.


Mick

[ironworks]

The dragster has been repainted red and looks even better then the blue, believe that or not. Tom is a great guy and super friendly and helpful.

[ironworks]

Alright guys, we got to go tour the Nethercutt Collection this afternoon. It was amazing to see the level of craftsmanship these guys do. We saw a 20 million dollar Bugatti and a 1o million dollar piano. We got see all the secret rooms and and the restoration shop.

Here are some pics of my favorite car a 1937 Bugatti. Amazing. It used to be black. There is no bondo on this car. Or lead filler. Really

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011012.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011004.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011005.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011006.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011007.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011008.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011009.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011010.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011011.jpg

The wood work in amazing. The interior is some kind of pig skin. the engine made like 300hp in 1937. The car is valued at 20 million. The fit and finish is perfect.

More to come

[ironworks]

Ok the talbot, 14 million

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011002.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011001.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011018.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011017.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011016.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011015.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011014.jpg

[ironworks]

A few more Bugatti pics. Man I love this car.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011013.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011003.jpg

And some pics of the grand music room. It first it seemed kind of Alice and Wonderland ish at first. But once you realized what exactly you were standing in front of, it is amazing to say the least.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011021.jpg

JUST LOOK AT THAT PANEL FIT ON THE DOOR AND COWL. UUUUUHHHHHH YEAH.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011020.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011019.jpg
This piano is so bad ass, dimple dies. Oh Yeah

[Musclerodz]

Ok the talbot, 14 million

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011002.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011001.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011018.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011017.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011016.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011015.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011014.jpg



I am officially jealous! I love those cars

[Musclerodz]

http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture181.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture164.jpg
http://i492.photobucket.com/albums/rr282/southrod/Misc/Picture197.jpgThat is cool. Is it scratch built dimensionally or recreation from old prints out of steel instead of wood?

[Ketzer]

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011007.jpg


Odd to see that electric fan in there. I understand the why, but restos are always so fanatical about origonality.

Jeff-

[ironworks]

Odd to see that electric fan in there. I understand the why, but restos are always so fanatical about origonality.

Jeff-

I said the same thing, in a smart ass fashion of course. Alex told me that since this was a rebodied race car it was designed to be constantly moving.

[ironworks]

Alright some more pics from the music room.

Can you say 10 million dollar piano. It is amazing craftmanship, but I cannot remember who owned it and what they wrote on it.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011022.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011025.jpg
The player piano that was attached to it, played that original guys music that was put together by that composer himself. So it is like a guy I have never heard of and can't remember but still lives on with his actual music.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011023.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011024.jpg

Ok This thing is wild, is 3 violin player machine. it plays all 3 at once. Its vacuum powered. The ring at the top spins over the strings and the violins pivot out and the strings touch the ring while the fingers press the string for each note.
CRAZY stuff from like 1860
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011028.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011029.jpg

[HWY Nova]

Odd to see that electric fan in there. I understand the why, but restos are always so fanatical about origonality.

Jeff-

Jeff,

I was with Rodger at the Nethercutt Museum yesterday.... Wait until you see some of the other pics (I know Rodger will post more).

Like Rodger said, the Bugatti in the pics is a former race car. The chassis/motor combo is the first ever winner of the Monaco Grand Prix. The car originally had no top. Some Rich guy is Paris bought the car, and had a new body commissioned (her was getting blown, or something)..... If I remember correctly, the rebody effort took place in the 1930's!.... Anyways, being a race-car, the engine was kept cool because the car was constantly moving. They added the fan to keep it cool since they don't typically drive it at race speeds anymore. This car has a top speed of ~175 mph. Alex has taken it to 100 mph.



--Eric

[ironworks]

OK time for the Grand Salon. Some really nice stuff in here

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011032.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011033.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011034.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011035.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011038.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011039.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011044.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011041.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011042.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011043.jpg

Some really nice stuff in here. Maybach and Duecenbergs. And some other caddies and other unheard of cars.

[ironworks]

This 1934 packard was completely rebodied here at the Nethercutt. Some of the design styling are amazing. Alex our Tour guide rebuilt this body from just pictures. No buck or factory drawings. Just started building.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011037.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011036.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011046.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011047.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011048.jpg

[Ketzer]

Jeff,

I was with Rodger at the Nethercutt Museum yesterday.... Wait until you see some of the other pics (I know Rodger will post more).

Like Rodger said, the Bugatti in the pics is a former race car. The chassis/motor combo is the first ever winner of the Monaco Grand Prix. The car originally had no top. Some Rich guy is Paris bought the car, and had a new body commissioned (her was getting blown, or something)..... If I remember correctly, the rebody effort took place in the 1930's!.... Anyways, being a race-car, the engine was kept cool because the car was constantly moving. They added the fan to keep it cool since they don't typically drive it at race speeds anymore. This car has a top speed of ~175 mph. Alex has taken it to 100 mph.



--Eric

My first thought when I spied the fan was "Holy sh!t! they must actually drive that thing!" I can't imagine what it would be like to see cars from that collection actually out motoring around.

Thanks guys for sharing the trip!

Jeff-

[ironworks]

The First V8 production car. 1918 DeDion with Independent rear suspension.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011049.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011050.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011051.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011052.jpg
Double leaf springs with IRS
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011053.jpg

[J2SpeedandCustom]

Check out how smooth and flat the underneath of the aluminum hood is!!! I would of loved to see this car unpainted.


http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011007.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011008.jpg

[Musclerodz]

You thugs look out of place in there without a suit and tie on :lol: Loving the pics

[Fluid Power]

I love the "belt" in the picture. It looks like a road trip fix with a ratchet strap.

Darren

[ironworks]

Ok so some pics of the Mechanical shop.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011054.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011055.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011056.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011057.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011058.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011059.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011060.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011061.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011062.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011063.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011064.jpg

[ironworks]

Some various pics from the museum.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011076.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011075.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011077.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011078.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011079.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011080.jpg

Big Ass Train outside
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011081.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011082.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011083.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011084.jpg

[Mick Mc]

Ok so some pics of the Mechanical shop.


http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011055.jpg


Is that a machine that makes the fabric braid covering for hoses?


Mick

Now I wana roadhttp://www.nethercuttcollection.org/Visitor.aspx trip

[ironworks]

Is that a machine that makes the fabric braid covering for hoses?


Mick

Yes Sir.

[Southrod]

That is cool. Is it scratch built dimensionally or recreation from old prints out of steel instead of wood?

Scratch built dimensionally,but made from steel and aluminum for security reasons .

[Bryce]

Technically it was not IRS it was a DeDion Tube rear suspension.

[ironworks]

Technically it was not IRS it was a DeDion Tube rear suspension.

OK Thanks

[Bryce]

OK Thanks

Roger, Sorry just being a smart ass. But that is the correct terminology.

[HWY Nova]

Technically it was not IRS it was a DeDion Tube rear suspension.

Looks like an IRS to me..... this particular version may have its own name. A DeDion Tube Rear Suspension is an IRS, but a suspension that is an IRS doesn't make it a DeDion Tube Rear Suspension.


--Eric

[ironworks]

Roger, Sorry just being a smart ass. But that is the correct terminology.

Yeap you are correct. Up until 3 weeks ago I had never even heard of a DeDion. I bet most have not since they made I believe, 1. Whatever the heck it is, it is way ahead of it's time. :D

[Rhino]

Looks like an IRS to me..... this particular version may have its own name. A DeDion Tube Rear Suspension is an IRS, but a suspension that is an IRS doesn't make it a DeDion Tube Rear Suspension.

--Eric

Technically, the DeDion isn't independent. Both ends are tied together by a common member. As far as camber control is concerned, it's exactly like the standard live axle.

It's biggest advantage is that you're reducing unsprung weight by suspending the differential from the chassis.

[Garage Dog 65]

These guys keep doing it right. 39 Ford and a 57 Caddy with TT Duramax.

http://www.diversstreetrods.com/39gt/

http://www.diversstreetrods.com/dandos57/

Beautiful work.

Jim

[ProTouring442]

The First V8 production car. 1918 DeDion with Independent rear suspension.

Not sure I understand on that one... Chevrolet had a V8 in 1917 and Cadillac produced 5,000 V8 powered cars in 1914.

Amazing car though! Thanks for the pics! :thumbsup:

Shiny Side Up!
Bill

[HWY Nova]

Not sure I understand on that one... Chevrolet had a V8 in 1917 and Cadillac produced 5,000 V8 powered cars in 1914.

Amazing car though! Thanks for the pics! :thumbsup:

Shiny Side Up!
Bill

Maybe that was a "limited" production vs. the DeDion "full production".....

Interesting stuff either way.


--Eric

[GregWeld]

These guys keep doing it right. 39 Ford and a 57 Caddy with TT Duramax.

http://www.diversstreetrods.com/39gt/

http://www.diversstreetrods.com/dandos57/

Beautiful work.

Jim

Jim -- Tim and the guys do some super sweet work! I try to go up and have lunch with the boys once in awhile - and they never cease to amaze me! Always something going on and these aren't simple builds.

Glad you noticed them.

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Thanks for sharing pics of that field trip Rog, Those are some of the best cars ever built, Guys that built them in there day were true artist:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Garage Dog 65]

Jim -- Tim and the guys do some super sweet work! I try to go up and have lunch with the boys once in awhile - and they never cease to amaze me! Always something going on and these aren't simple builds.

Glad you noticed them.

And have you been taking pictures and posting them here for your Lat buddies - NO ....... :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:


You're grounded young man !

Jim

[GregWeld]

And have you been taking pictures and posting them here for your Lat buddies - NO ....... :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:


You're grounded young man !

Jim

:hail: :hail: :hail: :willy: :willy: :willy:


Sssssaaaaaaaawwwwwwyyyyyyyyyy!!

[ironworks]

Here is a link I got from Solidworks this morning. Pretty cool videos about simulation.

http://www.solidworks.com/sw/products/9676_ENU_HTML.htm

[Dylan]

This one i found and would like to share with you people...
I hope you guys would like this one....
http://t2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTckzGQt9CXd4alWNc2n8CHW_NAGZ2EP AmSx26LszGvPYW9J4tkCg

[ironworks]

Ok time to finish the Nethercutt pics with the good stuff.

Can you say, Magnesium drop sump tank firewall in a 32 Daimler.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011068.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011067.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011066.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011065.jpg

Some pics of the sheetmetal shop
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011074.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011071.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011070.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011069.jpg

The Clark Gable Deucenberg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011073.jpg
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Nethercutt%20Collection/ShopPicsMarch2011072.jpg

[Al Moreno]

Serious fabrication skill.Go through the slide show.

http://www.panel-craft.com/slideshow/slideshow.php

[Big-Head]

Serious fabrication skill.Go through the slide show.

http://www.panel-craft.com/slideshow/slideshow.php

Now that is absolutely beautiful work! Great post!!!

[ErikLS2]

A Duesenberg in Miniature by Louis Chenot

This is very cool. Be sure to check out the video on YouTube of the engine running.

A Duesenberg in Miniature by Louis Chenot

http://i886.photobucket.com/albums/ac65/PuckheadCamaro/DusenbergModel.jpg

No, it's not a real full-size Duesenberg, but rather a beautifully constructed working model about 35" long made in 1/6 scale.

Louis Chenot has spent the past ten years building this incredibly detailed 1932 SJ Duesenberg LaGrande dual-cowl phaeton. Not only does it look good, but the engine runs, the lights work, the top mechanism functions and the transmission and driveline are complete. Lou started his research on this project over fifty years ago with the purchase of a book and over the years collected many drawings and studied a number of Duesenbergs while they were being restored, taking photos and recording dimensions.

The model weighs about 60 pounds.

Lou's 40 year career was spent as a mechanical engineer. He once restored a vintage 1930 Cadillac

convertible that was on the show circuit for years, but now he prefers to work in miniature in the comfort of his home shop.

http://i886.photobucket.com/albums/ac65/PuckheadCamaro/DusenbergModel2.jpg

The bodywork is all metal, not fiberglass. Here is the car in Lou's shop before the brass coachwork was primed or painted. Lou is not adverse to starting over on a part that doesn't meet his standards. He started over on the especially difficult brass radiator shell nine times.

Most running models are built at larger scales like 1/3 or 1/4. Working in the smaller 1/6 scale magnifies the problems caused by miniaturizing certain parts. Remember that scale parts are 1/6 as long, 1/6 as high and 1/6 as deep as real parts, making them 1/6 x 1/6 x 1/6 or 1/216th of the volume of the original part.

Further complicating the prospect of building a running engine at that size is the fact that fuel molecules and electricity don't scale. It is very difficult to get tiny carburetors and little spark plugs to work like the big ones.

A video of Lou starting and running the engine for the first time can be seen at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6TetkMpFIc .

http://i886.photobucket.com/albums/ac65/PuckheadCamaro/DusenbergModelEngine.jpg

Inside the straight eight engine are all the correct parts custom machined to scale from steel, cast iron and aluminum. Here we see the block and crankshaft at the top. Arrayed below the block are the cast iron cylinder sleeves, pistons, wrist pins and assembled connecting rods.

http://i886.photobucket.com/albums/ac65/PuckheadCamaro/DusenbergModelCylinderHead.jpg

Even though there would be no way to tell once it is all assembled, the cylinder head shows that Lou didn't cheat.

The engine has 4 valves per cylinder--32 total--just like the real thing.

http://i886.photobucket.com/albums/ac65/PuckheadCamaro/DusenbergModelCylinderHead2.jpg

Here is the head (before painting) with the camshafts in place--there are 16 lobes on each shaft.

(The apparent curve of the upper shaft is caused by the camera's wide angle lens.)

The gears inside the differential will never be seen by anyone, but Lou cut them as actual hypoid gears rather than machining simpler bevel gears.

http://i886.photobucket.com/albums/ac65/PuckheadCamaro/DusenbergModelRearAxle-1.jpg

This is the dashboard and interior with the body primed but not yet painted.

http://i886.photobucket.com/albums/ac65/PuckheadCamaro/DusenbergInterior.jpg

Note the detailed instruments and engine-turned finish on the dash.

The complicated convertible top mechanism is shown in the lowered position.

http://i886.photobucket.com/albums/ac65/PuckheadCamaro/DusenbergTop.jpg

Louis Chenot (Left) and Joe Martin (Right) inspect progress on the

chassis and engine at the NAMES show in Detroit in 2007.

http://i886.photobucket.com/albums/ac65/PuckheadCamaro/DusenbergDesigner.jpg

Lou was presented with a special Lifetime Achievement award by the Joe Martin Foundation for Exceptional Craftsmanship in 2009. The model was nearing completion but the engine had not yet run. Now that the engine runs and the model is completed, Lou has been selected as the foundation's "Metalworking Craftsman of the Year." The award includes an engraved award medallion and a check for $2000.00. Lou is the 15th person to receive this coveted annual award. Because it is likely that this could well be the finest running model car ever built in this small a scale, Lou's award this year will be presented as the "Craftsman of the Decade."

http://i886.photobucket.com/albums/ac65/PuckheadCamaro/DusenbergModelAward.jpg

More can be seen on this car and some of Lou's other projects at www.CraftsmanshipMuseum.com/Chenot.htm.

The model will be on public display in 2011 at the Cabin Fever Model Expo in York , PA in January and at the North American Model Engineering Society Expo in Southgate , MI in April where Lou will be officially presented with his award. It will also be on display at the Western Engine Model Exhibition to be held in conjunction with the Good Guys car show in Pleasanton , CA in August, 2011.

This message was produced by the Joe Martin Foundation. Please feel free to forward it to anyone you know who likes fine craftsmanship, car models, miniature engines and/or Duesenbergs. See the outstanding work of Lou and 99 other world-class craftsmen at www.CraftsmanshipMuseum.com.

[pacificustoms]

I don't think this ones been posted yet (the same builders other build has though I believe).

This guy is an incredible craftsman and some of his equipment he has is unbelievable! I never even knew they made a computerized punch...

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=549162&highlight=lit+up

[96z28ss]

I don't think this ones been posted yet (the same builders other build has though I believe).

This guy is an incredible craftsman and some of his equipment he has is unbelievable! I never even knew they made a computerized punch...

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=549162&highlight=lit+up

The shop is amazing. He has some very expensive equipment in there.

[Big-Head]

WOW!!! What an artist! ^^^^^^^^^^^^

[killer67]

I don't think this ones been posted yet (the same builders other build has though I believe).

This guy is an incredible craftsman and some of his equipment he has is unbelievable! I never even knew they made a computerized punch...

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=549162&highlight=lit+up

Saw Jimmy's work on that '51! Must be the nicest fab work I have seen in the recent past. Thanks for sharing :lateral:

[ironworks]

I don't think this ones been posted yet (the same builders other build has though I believe).

This guy is an incredible craftsman and some of his equipment he has is unbelievable! I never even knew they made a computerized punch...

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=549162&highlight=lit+up

Thanks for the post Robbie, this is the stuff I'm talking about. :D

[texas56]

http://www.facebook.com/#!/album.php?id=1820915880&aid=2784

[Big-Head]

http://www.facebook.com/#!/album.php?id=1820915880&aid=2784

Love the tube frame!

[killer67]

^ :hail:

[RECOVERY ROOM]

That trucks got the look :wow: :wow:

[pacificustoms]

This one's a little different, but way too cool not to post! I love stuff that's different, so I love this thing!

http://www.blastolene.com/Work_in_Progress/deco.htm

[coolwelder62]

http://www.facebook.com/#!/album.php?id=1820915880&aid=2784This a great photo bucket w/some awesome work.:thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

This one's a little different, but way too cool not to post! I love stuff that's different, so I love this thing!

http://www.blastolene.com/Work_in_Progress/deco.htm

That's great! Thanks for posting it up!

[DEIGuy38]

This one's a little different, but way too cool not to post! I love stuff that's different, so I love this thing!

http://www.blastolene.com/Work_in_Progress/deco.htm



Here is one done by Art Himsl http://www.flickr.com/photos/daveparker/4470411407/

[BritishGreen68]

This one's a little different, but way too cool not to post! I love stuff that's different, so I love this thing!

http://www.blastolene.com/Work_in_Progress/deco.htm
wow thats cool!
http://www.blastolene.com/images/deco_images/100_1677.JPG

[travmon]

As cool as this is and it is cool,I am bummed.After years of searching (JayR even drug me out to look at one on mt Rainier a decade ago) I now have two of them and thought I would be the first cool guy on the west coast with one..OH WELL, I'll just have to make mine a triple LS ,6 turbo's, six wheel pt monster !!!!!!

[elitecustombody]

I'll just have to make mine a triple LS ,6 turbo's, six wheel pt monster !!!!!!

http://tomalexander.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/do-it.png%3Fw%3D595%26h%3D435

[pacificustoms]

Not my thing, but the work and effort put into this are incredible!

http://modelengineeringwebsite.com/Chenot.html

[Roadrage David]

here ya go Donkevoort hand build cars ecstreamly fast on, and off the tracks http://www.donkervoort.nl/en/

http://www.donkervoort.nl/en/photo-video?album=2&gallery=1

[Anderson]

A bit it o/t but some incredible fabrication in this thread, a car being built by a friend of mine.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=336494

[elitecustombody]

A bit it o/t but some incredible fabrication in this thread, a car being built by a friend of mine.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=336494

Your friend can weld

http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL19/1983783/21414456/353001803.jpg

[ironworks]

Hold on this is AWESOME

http://www.off-road.com/trucks-4x4/race/tsco-ford-raptor-luxury-prerunner-53271.html

Man I want to build one of these someday. SOON.

Part 1
http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php/88474-Stewart-s-RaceWorks-TSCO-Pre-runner-Build-VIDEO?highlight=raceworks

Part 2
http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php/89417-Stewart-s-RaceWorks-TSCO-Pre-runner-Build-quot-Part-2-quot-VIDEO?highlight=raceworks

Part 3
http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php/90479-Stewart-s-RaceWorks-TSCO-Pre-runner-Build-quot-Part-3-quot-VIDEO?highlight=raceworks

Part 4
http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php/91376-Stewart-s-RaceWorks-TSCO-Pre-runner-Build-quot-Part-4-quot-VIDEO?highlight=raceworks

[70rs]

Hold on this is AWESOME

http://www.off-road.com/trucks-4x4/race/tsco-ford-raptor-luxury-prerunner-53271.html

Man I want to build one of these someday. SOON.

Part 1
http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php/88474-Stewart-s-RaceWorks-TSCO-Pre-runner-Build-VIDEO?highlight=raceworks

Part 2
http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php/89417-Stewart-s-RaceWorks-TSCO-Pre-runner-Build-quot-Part-2-quot-VIDEO?highlight=raceworks

Part 3
http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php/90479-Stewart-s-RaceWorks-TSCO-Pre-runner-Build-quot-Part-3-quot-VIDEO?highlight=raceworks

Part 4
http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php/91376-Stewart-s-RaceWorks-TSCO-Pre-runner-Build-quot-Part-4-quot-VIDEO?highlight=raceworks


Awesome trucks! I think it is pretty cool anytime some one can start with noting but a pile of raw materials and build a complete vehicle. But these are just over the top. And, to any casual observer they look like a factory made truck with big tires. On the outside anyway. Thanks for posting those build links.:cheers:

[Big-Head]

Now that was great to watch. Loved every minute of it! Thanks Roger.

[ironworks]

Part 5 of the video series. SWEET

http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php/96471-Stewart-s-RaceWorks-TSCO-Pre-runner-Build-quot-Part-5-quot-VIDEO

[coolwelder62]

Very cool Rodger,Thank's for sharing W/us.:thumbsup:

[ironworks]

Very cool Rodger,Thank's for sharing W/us.:thumbsup:

I want to see a stair case in this thread here pretty soon.

[coolwelder62]

I want to see a stair case in this thread here pretty soon.The stair's are in,But I need to find someone good enough to finish the welding.Then I need to finish the hand rail.Looking for some one here local to roll tubing in a helix for me.Gordon's on walkabout in Socal.We will getting togather in a few more week's to make some pattern's then it's full steam ahead.:thumbsup: