Greg Weld's dirty secret!

[JayR]

In his signature, it says; "I have some tools... would someday like to have some skill using them... " but the truth is that he has a buttload of tools that would actually make many shops jealous and he knows how to use every one of them expertly! He's even a great welder and can weld aluminum and steel like nobody's business. He even repaired a very thin-wall lug key of mine with his welder that looked like it was fixed by a jeweler.

I've had the privilege of hanging out with Greg the past few months because the new LS2 in the Buick broke a valvespring and was stranded at another Lat-g member's house for a day so when Greg found this out, he just hitched up his trailer and came down to drag it home to the dream shop and said "there is no schedule, rush, thrash or timeline, we'll get to it when we feel like it and take our sweet time doing it right" which was a huge relief that has been almost therapeutic and made the kick in the teeth of the failed valvespring such a non-issue that was purely a blessing in disguise. Since it failed right at the end of Summer and my machinist wanted to go through the motor to make sure nothing happened on the bottom end, we just took our sweet time working on it a day here and a day there when we weren't tied up with life, travel, family and business and it was a lot of fun.

Greg is so thorough and meticulous that he would see something that was overlooked in the motor-swap thrash or an aftermarket part that wasn't holding up like he thought it should and he would just announce that was our project on this day or that and we'd make it right. No bolt went into anything without getting Loctite or anti-seize and then torqued with the beeping electronic torque wrench to factory specs.

There were also explicit instructions to leave ALL tools on the cart and not to put them away "because you'll misplace them and lose them forever and screw up my whole system!"

We had a great time through it all and Greg is good company and good people and I learned a great deal during the process. He is a true example of the kind of people that reside at this forum and I'm glad to call him my friend.

I drove the car home on Friday and it was even better than before. I look forward to a few more dry winter days to get out with it and fully intend to flog it all Spring and Summer this coming year with all the bugs completely worked out because it's ready so far in advance of the break in the NW weather.

Thanks for everything, Greg

[Bryce]

Cool, sounds like Greg is a great guy.

Greg,

What do you do that you have all this free time to play with tools!

[2Bad4Ya]

sounds a bit like a lil bromance going on here....

J/K its grat to hear stories like this, so often these people are overlooked and in reality they are the foundation of the hobby!

[mdprovee]

Greg is a very cool and knowledgable guy. I met him for a short few days at RTTC 1, and he treated me like a friend. Also helped a few guys "learn" how to tie a car to a trailer.

[Hulley]

I've always enjoyed reading Greg's threads and responses. :thumbsup:

[jimbo]

sounds a bit like a lil bromance going on here....

J/K its grat to hear stories like this, so often these people are overlooked and in reality they are the foundation of the hobby!


Bromance is a good thing when there is a shop full of cool tools involved!!

[Beegs]

Just in the way Greg words his posts you can tell he is a class act. Two thumbs up to you Greg for helping out a fellow member!:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Rybar]

Good stuff, I think we need to see pictures of his shop and tools to believe it :unibrow:

[Blake Foster]

See I knew IT!!!

ya just cant beleave anything a guy says these days lol

:hail: :hail:

[awr68]

....Greg who? :lol:











Jay, I knew that your car was there....Greg certainly came to the rescue! We are very lucky to have such a nice guy with as much history and knowledge as Greg has! Not only in the NW but on this forum as well! He's a true asset to the hobby! Stories like this is what it's all about!! :thumbsup: :cheers:

[coolwelder62]

That's a great story.I have always felt Mr.Weld was a good guy.I think we truely have a great bunch of folks here at Lateral-g.Way to go Greg Weld.This Bud light lime I will tip back tonight is for you.:cheers: Scott

[BBC69Camaro]

This beer is for you Greg :cheers:

[tones2SS]

Who's this Greg guy again?! lol :_paranoid
That is an awesome story Jay. Thanks for sharing. Greg, you are the man. Great job brother. Just goes to show how awesome the community that we have here is.
This one's for you Greg.:cheers: :lateral:

[96z28ss]

I've had the chance to hang out with Greg a few times. He is a class act.
A true genuine nice person. Does alot to help people and never expects anything in return.

[rwhite692]

Yeah, Greg's alright....




:D

[ccracin]

Finally a thread Greg won't post in! :lol: I haven't had the pleasure yet but definitely enjoy his company on this site. A day in the "Shed" is on my bucket list.:thumbsup:

[JayR]

Jay, I knew that your car was there....Greg certainly came to the rescue! We are very lucky to have such a nice guy with as much history and knowledge as Greg has! Not only in the NW but on this forum as well! He's a true asset to the hobby! Stories like this is what it's all about!! :thumbsup: :cheers:

You said it, Tony!

Finally a thread Greg won't post in! :lol: I haven't had the pleasure yet but definitely enjoy his company on this site. A day in the "Shed" is on my bucket list.:thumbsup:

LMAO, Chad! He'll probably post here if for no other reason but to give back a little crap.

He's one of the good ones.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Getting taken to the Weldshed is good.



:D

[Vegas69]

Rich prick.....

[brans72]

I find all of Greg's post intersting and he is always willing to give some advice to anyone here. I know this first hand after he posted some awesome how to for us. Oh with a shop like that and from reading some info he has post I can tell he is top notch,very friendly,110% right wy or no way type of guy. I can only hope maybe one day I cross paths with this guy they call Greg.

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Rich prick.....
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: (sorry GW thats funny)

[elitecustombody]

WOW! This thread is on 3rd page and still no sign of Greg! Is he gone missing?Something's not right :_paranoid

[killer67]

Never met you Greg but through your posts you add a lot of life here. :lateral:

Ironically, he lives on this forum helping others and now when it's time to receive praise - where is he? HOW HUMBLE IS THIS GUY? :question:

[waynieZ]

WOW! This thread is on 3rd page and still no sign of Greg! Is he gone missing?Something's not right :_paranoid
Stefan Be careful what you wish for!
This Greg guy sound like a nice guy. Oh Greg by the way have you ever thought of building a shed on the east coas????? I could start looking for some property close to my house. Uh you know to keep an eye on it when our out west. ;) Thats cool Greg way to go.

[Ron Fox]

Cool story!

Greg is a helpful, knowledgeable car guy. :thumbsup:

[DFRESH]

Can't believe it took this long for a Greg thread to start. Def a great man and a blast to be around. Generous, hilarious, and taller than Tony---a force to be reckoned with. The most popular guy on Lat G that doesn't own a 69 Camaro.

Honestly, guys like Greg make this whole thing a blast for me. Looking forward to hanging out with him at RTTC. Hey Greg, they are allowing passengers this year--I got a helmet for you and an open passenger seat.

Doug

[GregWeld]

You are a sick bunch that's for sure....


Jason -- you were supposed to keep this little bit of work on the QT! I kept quiet on my end.

Thanks guys really.... Todd has it right BTW.... the last part anyway. Although I really wish he'd have called me a "BIG PRICK"! Sadly.... <looking down, hanging head>

I'm the luckiest guy - in Al's words - "ON THE PLANET" (or was it galaxy?). Just trying to pay it forward a bit. I've always said that this - or any other - hobby is not about the hobby... it's just a way to get guys together and have some fun and meet some new people. Thrashing away in the shed really just isn't nearly as much fun as watching Jason hit his head on unmovable objects (like lift arms! Gawd that had to hurt! My stomach that is.... from laughing at him).

Jason just hasn't discovered that all those tools are brand new and I have no earthly idea what we just fixed or why. :D


:lateral: :cheers: :woot:

[Ron in SoCal]

Jason just hasn't discovered that all those tools are brand new and I have no earthly idea what we just fixed or why. :D


:lateral: :cheers: :woot:

Yeah, sure Greg. I always knew that tag line was a ruse!

Right on, Greg. Keep doin it and pay it forward. I would if I had your talent...

(self appointed spokesman for LatG) Thanks Bro...:hail:

[bentfab]

Greg for President !!! :hail: :hail:

Ever since the master Weld set foot in my shop it hasn't been the same.

Ya know Greg... Your alright in my books... No mater what anybody says

[GregWeld]

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: (sorry GW thats funny)

Bite me!


:D

[GregWeld]

Greg for President !!! :hail: :hail:

Ever since the master Weld set foot in my shop it hasn't been the same.

CRAP! Did you finally figure out you're missin' that 1806 antique tube bender?

[ironworks]

I think the title should be dirty "LITTLE" secret. JMHO :D

[JayR]

Look at all of Greg's fans! Only outnumbered by his friends who love to break balls!

He won't let you buy lunch so I figured the least I could do was give him a public thank you.

Ya, Greg kept the car on the QT for me but the main reason I wasn't talking about it was because I started out the process pissed off at the valvespring but like I said before, it all worked out for the best.

Having the car running and driving again gave me the chance to take it to a little Cars & Coffee thing here in Tacoma at Griot's Garage which is an amazing place and the special guest Saturday Morning was Peter Brock who had his own personal Daytona Prototype Replica with an LS7 and his own Datsun 510 with an efi injected small block Chevy in it and told his biography to the crowd from starting at GM Design under Harley Earl to working for Carroll Shelby and designing the Daytona Coupe to having the rug pulled out from under him by Shelby snaking him out of a deal with Toyota Racing which is what lead him to start BRE with Datsun. It was great and he was an amazing speaker with an incredible story about his career arc and the best part was driving the Buick across town in the sunshine to be there. It was cold as hell but it was sunny!

[Flash68]

I heart GW.

Seriously tho, Greg is one of the true good guys out there no doubt. It was great hanging with you Greg in Vegas and at Optima!

[XcYZ]

In a world that's so negative, with all the bitching and complaining, it's nice to know that people can still be kind and say good things.

Greg is definitely one of the good guys. :cheers:

[DOOM]

:rofl: :rofl: I always knew Greg was full of SH^T !!!! Thats why I love him:_paranoid Rich prick.....

[GregWeld]

Mods..... Can you remove this thread?



:willy: :willy:

[ironworks]

Rich prick.....


There's Todd, Quietly slipping one in there.

You know, Greg might just be the new Doug Renner. I can see it now, Greg, Tom Cruise, and Jeff Gordon all hangin out at the short guys club drinkin tall boys....

[kennyd]

Mods..... Can you remove this thread?



:willy: :willy:

why is this thread is running your image ?

[GregWeld]

why is this thread is running your image ?

It's truly embarrassing.... and anyone that knows me - knows I am a talentless boob with cars that barely run.... that I'm quiet and reserved and shun the spotlight. Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain there!:captain: :wow:

[796spdbu]

I had the chance at the first Run To The Coast to meet and hang out with Greg Weld as a fellow "ConeHead"...He was a very cool guy with good stories!
Greg Hope to hang out with you again at the next Run To The Coast.

Greg

[Rybar]

Scott we need a new GW leg hump smilie for this thread :yes:

EEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHH :lol:

[GregWeld]

I feel truly blessed to have touched you all in such a meaningful way.....








NOW.... ZIP UP, AND GET OUT OF MY OFFICE!




:woot: :woot:

[DIGI-TAILS]

From what he wrote i can see Greg as a knowledgeable person and a cool guy. Congrats Greg!!!! Keep it going.... ;)

[bentfab]

It's truly embarrassing.... and anyone that knows me - knows I am a talentless boob with cars that barely run.... that I'm quiet and reserved and shun the spotlight. Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain there!:captain: :wow:

Some one has to open the curtain :rofl:

[bentfab]

CRAP! Did you finally figure out you're missin' that 1806 antique tube bender?

Yeah! I just figured you wanted it ,cause it brings back memories of when you were born. :rofl:

[GregWeld]

From what he wrote i can see Greg as a knowledgeable person and a cool guy. Congrats Greg!!!! Keep it going.... ;)


Take my advice at your own peril....


:willy: :woot:

[Vegas69]

Greg, what are you doing with all this extra ego? I thought you already had it running out your ears..

[96z28ss]

Take my advice at your own peril....


:willy: :woot:

Too late, you can't back peddle your way out of this now.

[youthpastor]

yep...he is a class act! I hear Jack Bauer wears Greg Weld underwear:D - uhhh that didn't come out right

[ccracin]

Good thing there is no roof on that 32 so the head will fit! :rofl:

[Northeast Rod Run]

I'm thinking that a "certain person" is going to finally have to change his signature line now that this info has gotten out in a public forum

[Matt@BOS]

I'm thinking that a "certain person" is going to finally have to change his signature line now that this info has gotten out in a public forum

He is going to have to change his signature line to, "have some tools...would someday like to be able to conquer internet addiction and get out there and use them."

Matt

[Northeast Rod Run]

He is going to have to change his signature line to, "have some tools...would someday like to be able to conquer internet addiction and get out there and use them."

Matt
Is there actually an IAA out there? "Internet Addictions Anonymous"

If not, maybe Greg can also write a guideline and 12 step process for those that are also addicted:rofl:

[GregWeld]

It helps your addiction -- and the amount of free time you spend on the internet if -- BIG IF -- you are:

Retired

Have multiple laptops all with wifi

Have lots of hired help to do the crap you used to have to do on your own <grin>

As I've learned in the REAL AA.... an addiction is only a problem - if it's a problem to "others" or you're harming yourself.

So far - the only harm I've done to myself is that my nuts sometimes get awfully warm with the laptop actually in my lap. :unibrow: And my wife is too busy to notice what the heck I'm doing.


EEEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

[DFRESH]

I think the title should be dirty "LITTLE" secret. JMHO :D

True that. LOL.

[GregWeld]

True that. LOL.

I don't remember ever really setting a price on the EFI unit... do you?? Too bad huh.... 'cause I'm liking it more and more as it sits here - it's kinda growing on me... you know what I mean "big man"?


Oh yeah -- a little sweat breaking out on your forehead...


:unibrow: :unibrow: :unibrow:

[Vegas69]

Douglas is going LSX, he don't need your efi...:D

[GregWeld]

Douglas is going LSX, he don't need your efi...:D

Not a problem -- 'caus 'en I gots me one o dem too!

[Romulus]

Greg,

Come on down to SoFla for a while. I'll let ya organize my garage AND work on my project..... and I won't even tell anyone....:D

[GregWeld]

Greg,

Come on down to SoFla for a while. I'll let ya organize my garage AND work on my project..... and I won't even tell anyone....:D

There's only one reason to EVER set foot in Florida.... and that's when I hit the Ft Lauderdale boat show... and I don't mean the sail boat show either... we're talking BIG power here!
:rofl:

Dude -- I did a fireworks show down there once --- sunk up to my arse in mud and fire ants... it was HOT and HUMID.... and well... you get the picture.

[Romulus]

There's only one reason to EVER set foot in Florida.... and that's when I hit the Ft Lauderdale boat show... and I don't mean the sail boat show either... we're talking BIG power here!
:rofl:

Dude -- I did a fireworks show down there once --- sunk up to my arse in mud and fire ants... it was HOT and HUMID.... and well... you get the picture.

The "picture?".... I live here....:lol: I understand swamp just fine....

but I've never sunk up to my ass in mud...just means your tires weren't big enough.... and I even did a fireworks show down here once.... I bet your fireworks were bigger though. :wow:

Oh.. and I live about 1/4 mile from where they hold the REAL boat show. :unibrow:

[GregWeld]

Dude -- I love my fireworks! These are only 8" mortars... babies compared to the 10's and 12 inch guns we use in NYC.

http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad33/gregweld/4th%20of%20July/fireworkscatchanddrop.jpg


A typical barge for NYC Macy's show is 4500 shells... in 2000 (the millennium) we had 13 barges! That was a big ass show!

http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad33/gregweld/4th%20of%20July/LowerManhattanfromBigBlue.jpg

[JRouche]

Hey cool!!! You weren't outed Greg. I kinda suspected you were the type to help a guy in need.

Cause really, whats the point in having tools that can make tools unless you have a purpose for them. Your own car(s) prolly only need so much. Really cool to find a person that could benny from the knowledge and a sweet shop.

Specially when it counts and you are stranded.

There are some car groups that have a registry of folks in the group that a guy thats traveling and gets into mechanical trouble can contact.

Its a nice idea. Kinda iffy if you dont know the person. But the one group I associate with is a small group. I dont even mind opening up my garage or house to them.

Its like if you are taking a trip and get some mechanical failure there is a person to call that knows the car and is willing to help out. Much better than getting towed into the local gas station.

I will make myself available to any of the guys in the group and we can fix just about anything, minus breaking down a tire off the rim. But I have a truck that can cart the tire and wheel to the local tire shop for that.

I like the idea of having contacts all around the country. Even if it means just a place to be able to swap out an alternator VS doing it in the parking lot of the auto parts store.

There is alot of comfort knowing you have some buds around the states that will help as much as they can. Even if it is only a place to park the car for a night so they can work on it in the morning.

And there is always a spare guest room available here for some much needed sleep (after we (or I) toss some suds and laugh about the break down). Morning will come and time to dive into the fix. And Im all about fixing. Kinda refreshing to see the idea isnt lost. JR

[Bow Tie 67]

Dude -- I did a fireworks show down there once --- sunk up to my arse in mud and fire ants... it was HOT and HUMID.... and well... you get the picture.

Thanks for that picture Greg, :faint:



Really, great thread I needed the laughs, if things work out I might fly out to spectate RTTC, Bucket list: Meet Mr. Weld!!!

[Northeast Rod Run]

There are some car groups that have a registry of folks in the group that a guy thats traveling and gets into mechanical trouble can contact.

Its a nice idea. Kinda iffy if you dont know the person. But the one group I associate with is a small group. I dont even mind opening up my garage or house to them.

Its like if you are taking a trip and get some mechanical failure there is a person to call that knows the car and is willing to help out. Much better than getting towed into the local gas station.

I will make myself available to any of the guys in the group and we can fix just about anything, minus breaking down a tire off the rim. But I have a truck that can cart the tire and wheel to the local tire shop for that.

I like the idea of having contacts all around the country. Even if it means just a place to be able to swap out an alternator VS doing it in the parking lot of the auto parts store.

There is alot of comfort knowing you have some buds around the states that will help as much as they can. Even if it is only a place to park the car for a night so they can work on it in the morning.
If anyone is a member of the NSRA, they have their Fellow Pages where people, that want to help out other stranded rodders, have their contact info listed so they can help others out

[RECOVERY ROOM]

I think something like the fellow pages would be good for this site and its people here, I have the NSRA one, Its good to have when traveling. Thats not a bad idea to start here. Done hijacking...back to GW greatness
,

[bigtyme1]

Got to admit, he's been there for me a few times as well. Always enjoy Vegas Greg. I'll make it back to Seattle soon.

[DFRESH]

I don't remember ever really setting a price on the EFI unit... do you?? Too bad huh.... 'cause I'm liking it more and more as it sits here - it's kinda growing on me... you know what I mean "big man"?


Oh yeah -- a little sweat breaking out on your forehead...


:unibrow: :unibrow: :unibrow:

Greg, was going to break the news to you when you arrived at the house--but I did in fact end up with a dreaded LS motor---and all the conversion issues that will accompany it. I'll call you this coming week---got a few other things to fill you in on.

I figured this thread would be 20 pages by now---people must be on vacation already for X-Mas or something.

[89 RS]

That's a great story, very cool Greg.

[GregWeld]

Thanks for that picture Greg, :faint:



Really, great thread I needed the laughs, if things work out I might fly out to spectate RTTC, Bucket list: Meet Mr. Weld!!!

Book the trip! One of us will pick you up at the airport....

[GregWeld]

Greg, was going to break the news to you when you arrived at the house--but I did in fact end up with a dreaded LS motor---and all the conversion issues that will accompany it. I'll call you this coming week---got a few other things to fill you in on.

I figured this thread would be 20 pages by now---people must be on vacation already for X-Mas or something.

Good decision!

I have been pushing an LS6 around the shed for 5 or 6 years now at least perhaps longer... When I mentioned this for the '32 - Steve just about convulsed... so can't use it there... Lovely Lillard turned me onto it for my '69 Camaro that I decided not to build and I just never have found a home for it.
Having driven the '55 Post build -- and most recently Jason's LS2 Buwicked - they ARE THE MOTOR. Period. :cheers:

[xplantdad]

Since they haven't locked this thread yet:D

I will add my two cents as well...Greg is definitely one of the good guys.

:thumbsup: x100 to you my good man!

Bruce

[clill]

Good decision!

I have been pushing an LS6 around the shed for 5 or 6 years now at least perhaps longer... When I mentioned this for the '32 - Steve just about convulsed... so can't use it there... Lovely Lillard turned me onto it for my '69 Camaro that I decided not to build and I just never have found a home for it.
Having driven the '55 Post build -- and most recently Jason's LS2 Buwicked - they ARE THE MOTOR. Period. :cheers:


So you are saying Steve is still in the Stone Age ? Doesn't he have the talent to make a LS engine look killer ? You should challenge him and lead him down the path to enlightenment... LOL

[Smack_talker]

sounds like Greg is like the other good and generous people i have met on this site. I hope to meet him in person one day. Way to Go!:hail:

[GregWeld]

So you are saying Steve is still in the Stone Age ? Doesn't he have the talent to make a LS engine look killer ? You should challenge him and lead him down the path to enlightenment... LOL

Charley,

You might not remember but the LS6 motor is the one you turned me on to all those years ago via a phone call by you from the Purple Parrot @ Hot August Nights during breakfast! I still have the thing floating around.... Unused but not unloved. :lol:

[96z28ss]

So you are saying Steve is still in the Stone Age ? Doesn't he have the talent to make a LS engine look killer ? You should challenge him and lead him down the path to enlightenment... LOL

They have the talent. They have used the Ford 4.6 liter in a couple projects.
Just haven't had the right project for a LS engine I guess.

[GregWeld]

They have the talent. They have used the Ford 4.6 liter in a couple projects.
Just haven't had the right project for a LS engine I guess.

LS motors are just all wrong in a '32 ford.. Unless the styling is all done "hi zoot". Which, to me, is all wrong as well.

I'm going to use the LS6 in my '37 3 window.... But with 8 stacks and hidden coils etc. I had the chassis for that project built for the LS already.

[conekiller13]

LS motors are just all wrong in a '32 ford.. Unless the styling is all done "hi zoot". Which, to me, is all wrong as well.

I'm going to use the LS6 in my '37 3 window.... But with 8 stacks and hidden coils etc. I had the chassis for that project built for the LS already.


What, you couldn't talk Tony in to taking the LS off Your hands? :willy:

[70rs]

Greg is gaining legendary status here!! I have met the man. Seen the "shed" and all the tools he "can't" use.......;) .

I have to agree with the general opinion here. Greg is one of the real nice guys and always willing to help. I am glad to call him my friend.
Even if he is only 4' 6".:D

Have a great new years eve buddy! :thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

What, you couldn't talk Tony in to taking the LS off Your hands? :willy:

Dude!

Tony has a motor that sucks.... Or blows.... Or something along those lines. :lol:

[GregWeld]

Greg is gaining legendary status here!! I have met the man. Seen the "shed" and all the tools he "can't" use.......;) .

I have to agree with the general opinion here. Greg is one of the real nice guys and always willing to help. I am glad to call him my friend.
Even if he is only 4' 6".:D

Have a great new years eve buddy! :thumbsup:

Thanks buddy ! Look..... VVVVVVVVV down here! Hi! And aloha!

Tools? I don't need no stinkn' tools.......

Let's get together when I get home. :cheers: :woot:

[70rs]

Thanks buddy ! Hi! And aloha!


Let's get together when I get home. :cheers: :woot:


Sounds great! Get in touch when you get back.

[DEIGuy38]

[QUOTE=GregWeld;324516]LS motors are just all wrong in a '32 ford.. Unless the styling is all done "hi zoot". Which, to me, is all wrong as well.

That is correct they need a flat head with 3 deuces

[speedshftr]

i say an ardun headed motor would be best or early hemi