Ironworks & Fairway Chevrolet build a 55 Chevy street sleeper monster.

[ironworks]

After we got the Chevelle wrapped up and she got all the press she did for a 16 year old paint resto project, the guys from Fairway Chevrolet asked about building another project. But this time step up the game just a little bit. I suggest a 55 chevy project I had been gathering parts for for many years. Greg's main concern was the driveability of the car over long distances. So when this project began discussion last fall Greg's main concern was being able to drive the car from Las Vegas to Bakersfield of Scottsdale and having the same driving experience the Chevelle has but this time with a bit more "BLING". That Chevelle is awesome to drive, Ask me how I know......

So the discussion of the building a 1955 Chevrolet that was very subdued was talked about. Basically try to out due the stance on the Chevelle with a 55 Chevrolet. Well the 55 I had need a quarter panel and I always knew these cars would take what's called a "wedge section" to make them look proper. The Wedge Section will thin out the entire car from front to back. But with this car we cut the body through the back side of the front wheel opening. And then dropped the front frame horns to get the front headlight and grille assembly to come down 2.5" and make the bumper even with the rocker from the side profile. In this picture below you will see what I'm talking about.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Brandon%20s%2055%20Chevy/ShopPicsJanuary2011021.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Brandon%20s%2055%20Chevy/ShopPicsJanuary2011021.jpg.html)


And here is the direction we are going with the car in this rendering. You will notice that the bumper is now down quite a bit in this rendering to effectively lower the front of the car and tuck the front wheels 2.25" further into the car without really disrupting the visual appeal of the 55 Chevrolet.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55_chev_100_4.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55_chev_100_4.jpg.html)


Alright enough of the blah blah blah. Lets get to the fab work.

[214Chevy]

Uhhh, Roger....that Chevelle is gonna be damn hard to beat. :thumbsup: I'll be watching.:popcorn2: :popcorn2:

[ironworks]

Uhhh, Roger....that Chevelle is gonna be damn hard to beat. :thumbsup: I'll be watching.:popcorn2: :popcorn2:


In my eyes all we did was turn this car.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/augustshoppics003.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/augustshoppics003.jpg.html)

Into this......

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/PHRsideshot.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/PHRsideshot.jpg.html)

I wish it was really that easy. There is actually a ton of work in this car to get it to run and drive and work like it does. I'm just stoked on the results and glad the customer is so happy he let as build something else for him.

Thanks Again. My guys did a kick ass job on this car.

[ironworks]

So let me explain the wedge section with pictures. It is alot of work and can be quite a task. We paint stripped the car on the outside and only on the inside where we were going to make the cuts. We knew the floors needed to be replaced and wanted to do that after so we could make the interior sheetmetal fit the car and look factory when the door panels and such are removed. We do not local access to a dipping facility and we knew this car was going to have alot of panels replaced so we elected to clean it up by hand as we went and we will get whats left blasted here shortly to access part we would not have been able to get before.

Here is the stock car all mocked up

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics002.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics002.jpg.html)

Here is the car when it is all stripped down to make the cut.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics008.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics008.jpg.html)

Here is the manifold to cowl height difference before and after the cut.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics006.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics006.jpg.html)

We 2" out of the firewall and dropped down to get this.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2013.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2013.jpg.html)

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics018.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics018.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics019.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics019.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics020.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics020.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2001.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2001.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2002.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2002.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2003.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2003.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2004.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2004.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2005.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2005.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2007.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2007.jpg.html)

[ironworks]

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2008.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2008.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2009.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2009.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2010.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2010.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2011.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2011.jpg.html)


The layout and precise cutting is the toughest part of this project and making sure you have a nice game plan to make it go back together.

[fleetus macmullitz]

I noticed another '55 in the background.

It will be interesting to see them both side-by-side when they're completed.

[ironworks]

I noticed another '55 in the background.

It will be interesting to see them both side-by-side when they're completed.

Along side the 56 and the 57 that will be done later this year. Its tri-5 land right now.

[WSSix]

Rodger, I have no doubt you and your guys will do an amazing job on this 55. I love the rendering and design goals. Good luck with it. Also, thanks for showing us the details of wedging the car. This is the first time I've seen the process. It really helps give a better appreciation for what is involved instead of simply reading that the car was wedged.

[n77nxc]

Awesome work guys! :thumbsup:

[ironworks]

Rodger, I have no doubt you and your guys will do an amazing job on this 55. I love the rendering and design goals. Good luck with it. Also, thanks for showing us the details of wedging the car. This is the first time I've seen the process. It really helps give a better appreciation for what is involved instead of simply reading that the car was wedged.

Awesome work guys! :thumbsup:


Thanks Guys. I will try and get some other pictures posted up very soon. We are quite a ways ahead of these pictures.

[coolwelder62]

Rodger you are now my new Hero.When I grow up I hope I have your eye for cool build's.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Ketzer]

Love the wheel choice on the render! Will they stay?

Thanks big time for the detailed cut pics! A lot to learn there, especially in the jambs.


Jeff-

[jy211]

Its tri-5 land right now.

Ain't nothing wrong with that! :bitchslap:

[ironworks]

Love the wheel choice on the render! Will they stay?

Jeff-

We will be doing something very similar to what is shown. Evod Wheels has been slated to make the one off wheels for us on this project.

Thanks

[blacktop]

The 56 that made the grt 8 this year was done like that just a bit. But not as much as the direction you are going. The 56 most poeple don't even notice 2" on that car right at body moulding. But you really notice it where the grill and park lights and bumper are.

[Zoomin]

This project has a lot of coolsomeness.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

serious game changer....again.

pretty intense body mods Roger.

How do you keep everything (sheetmetal and aspect shapes) square or do you just get it close and perfect it in metal work since you are essentially starting from scratch?

[ironworks]

serious game changer....again.

pretty intense body mods Roger.

How do you keep everything (sheetmetal and aspect shapes) square or do you just get it close and perfect it in metal work since you are essentially starting from scratch?

The lay out is the toughest part and then you have to cut it precise. To make the welding easier. I will post pics of it tacked up next week so you can see how precise Broc's cut lines and cuts are to get the best results. It's all just math in getting the layout perfect.

[rustomatic]

I just saw one of these this morning: maybe four inches of clearance underneath (decently positioned coilovers), two-tone red and gray, sort of pro-street, but not M/T tires. I made sure to turn off the radio and put the windows down, and it sounded like LS, with a manual box. I was wishing I had a dash cam...

I want to say that Ron Sutton has been teasing with the idea (or is in the process) of building a p/t tri-five. Can I smell competition for awesomeness?

[Tuske427]

Awesome build! Without giving away all of your secrets- would you mind sharing with us what tools and/ or process you use to cut the metal so clean like that?

[ironworks]

Awesome build! Without giving away all of your secrets- would you mind sharing with us what tools and/ or process you use to cut the metal so clean like that?

Sharpie, 4.5" grinder and a straight edge.

[ironworks]

So the next step in the process was welding up the seams in the car. This is where the precise cuts and proper fit up pays off in dividends.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2029.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2029.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2030.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/shoppics2030.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-15-2014010.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-15-2014010.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-21-2014009.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-21-2014009.jpg.html)


You can see the amount of work that was needed to get this Danchuk quarter panel to fit properly. The original door skins will be replaced as the final step to get the flow down the sides proper once everything is complete. They are just riveted on for looks at this point.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-21-2014011.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-21-2014011.jpg.html)

You can see this quarter panel has been welded and metal finished. This is the stock quarter that remained on the car and was cut and welded back together. We also shaved the gas door at this point to minimize warpage.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-21-2014012.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-21-2014012.jpg.html)

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-31-2014009.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-31-2014009.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-31-2014010.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-31-2014010.jpg.html)


Looks factory at this point.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-31-2014013.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-31-2014013.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-31-2014014.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/1-31-2014014.jpg.html)

[coolwelder62]

Outstanding Rodger.

[NOPANTS68]

Incredible metal work. Car's gonna be a winner.

[fleetus macmullitz]

To help me keep all these 5's straight, I named this one 'Shorty'.

Feel free to use the name if you like Rodger.


:popcorn2:

[illmatic96ss]

To help me keep all these 5's straight, I named this one 'Shorty'.

Feel free to use the name if you like Rodger.


:popcorn2:
what about 5'5 SHORTY :headscratch:

[ironworks]

To help me keep all these 5's straight, I named this one 'Shorty'.

Feel free to use the name if you like Rodger.


:popcorn2:


How about the "Fairway 55". Might as well give the guy footing the bill the chance to name his car.

[SBDave]

wow! Thanks for sharing this. I can only imagine the time and energy that went in to every aspect of this so far.

Dave

[ironworks]

wow! Thanks for sharing this. I can only imagine the time and energy that went in to every aspect of this so far.

Dave

Thanks Dave, The wedge section is pretty big deal but stuffing the engine package into this car like planned will be a pretty big deal. It's usually harder to try and make something look stock then it is to make it look custom.

[Musclerodz]

It's usually harder to try and make something look stock then it is to make it look custom. That's when you know you have done it right.

[GregWeld]

The lay out is the toughest part and then you have to cut it precise. To make the welding easier. I will post pics of it tacked up next week so you can see how precise Broc's cut lines and cuts are to get the best results. It's all just math in getting the layout perfect.




If only more people actually understood this part!!

[ironworks]

If only more people actually understood this part!!


Layout makes everything else easier. From Bank robberies to Fabrication

[fleetus macmullitz]

How about the "Fairway 55". Might as well give the guy footing the bill the chance to name his car.

I'll keep this short ... whatever you name it tall man, I'm sure it'll be fair. ;)

[dhutton]

Thanks for sharing the details. Awesome work.

Don

[R.A.D]

looks fantastic

[ironworks]

Here is an update on the fabrication.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/8-12-2014037.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/8-12-2014037.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/8-12-2014036.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/8-12-2014036.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/8-12-2014035.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/8-12-2014035.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/8-12-2014034.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/8-12-2014034.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/7-1-2014032.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/7-1-2014032.jpg.html)


Rough sketch on the engine compartment.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/engine_150_2.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/engine_150_2.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/engine_150_1.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/engine_150_1.jpg.html)

Rough direction of the wheel design.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55_chev_140_1.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55_chev_140_1.jpg.html)


I'm not happy with the air cleaner just yet, but we are getting there.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-12-2014014.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-12-2014014.jpg.html)

[Flash68]

2 words come to mind.

Star. Trek.


:thumbsup:

[ironworks]

2 words come to mind.

Star. Trek.


:thumbsup:


1 word comes to mind


HUH?

[Flash68]

I'm not happy with the air cleaner just yet, but we are getting there.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-12-2014014.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-12-2014014.jpg.html)

Here's what I instantly thought of. And no I am not a trekkie. :bitchslap:

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/2055-star-trek-wallpaper-1920x1080-wallpaper-5716_zpsf107f281.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/2055-star-trek-wallpaper-1920x1080-wallpaper-5716_zpsf107f281.jpg.html)

http://i236.photobucket.com/albums/ff245/flash68/star_trek_jj_abrams_movie_image_enterprise_01_zps9 a81ce6b.jpg (http://s236.photobucket.com/user/flash68/media/star_trek_jj_abrams_movie_image_enterprise_01_zps9 a81ce6b.jpg.html)

[waynieZ]

Amazing Roger I would have no clue where to even begin to imagine how to do this. Thanks for the glimpse into this kind of fab work.

[tubbed69]

Super nice fab work as always Roger,thats a cool build:trophy-1302:

[Ketzer]

Love the engine compartment drawing! LS dressed up old school without a lot of giant panels covering everything up.



Jeff-

[ironworks]

Love the engine compartment drawing! LS dressed up old school without a lot of giant panels covering everything up.



Jeff-


I hate giant panels. That means you didn't have the budget to do the car right or you have to make the engine look like a pop up movie set.

[Rick D]

Very cool Rodger, I love that you show some of how you guys do what you do! I know WAY more goes into building these cars but still great that you are willing to show some of it!

And the car isn't bad either!! :hello:

[jy211]

looking good! :thumbsup:

[HBRod]

Amazing fabrication work. I had no knowledge of how a wedge section was done so thanks for showing. I knew it had to be difficult but definitely the planning is the key. Would be nice if Danchuk made a variation of the body they are now building with the changes already in the metal, but then it would not end up looking like your work looks.

This will be a very nice '55. I'm partial more to the '55 than the other Tri-5's so will be neat to watch this one to completion.

Rod

[CHAZMO1986]

I'm at a loss for words!! Truly amazing work goin into this and the rest of your projects!!!!

[ironworks]

Thanks again guys. My guys have done a kick ass job on this car.

Here is crappy cell phone picture I text messaged to the customer a few weeks ago. It truly does look like the rendering.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/20140731_171253.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/20140731_171253.jpg.html)

[Swain]

That car is going to look bad ass...PS don't waste that water.

[WSSix]

Seriously cool car! This is going to be awesome when done. Hell, it's awesome now.

[ironworks]

Sorry I'm just getting around to doing an update. Things have been pretty busy around here with SEMA and everything else.

This 55 is going to be one bad ass car. Everyday I get more and more excited about this project. The wheels and stance on this car are really cool.

We got the Dash moved back to clear the large engine set back.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/9-16-2014009.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/9-16-2014009.jpg.html)

We are getting the transmission and driveshaft tunnel set up.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/11-13-2014018.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/11-13-2014018.jpg.html)

Here is the direction we are going with the engine compartment. We are working with Vortech Superchargers on doing a complete custom blower housing to get the old school look even more. We are also working on the valve covers to get the perfect something that should have been done but never was vibe.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/engine_150_2.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/engine_150_2.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/engine_150_1.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/engine_150_1.jpg.html)


The wheels on this project were designed by Eric Black and myself. The front are supposed to look like 18" spindle mount wheels. The rear are build to look like the wheel that would have accompanied the Spindle mount wheels on a Gasser in a 19" wheel. The front half of the wheel hoops were machined from solid chucks and the rear hoop is from a 3 piece style wheel.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/11-13-2014024.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/11-13-2014024.jpg.html)
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/11-13-2014022.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/11-13-2014022.jpg.html)

The Stance
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/11-13-2014013.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/11-13-2014013.jpg.html)
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Time to get to work fitting the doors and building the new door skins to align with the shape of the body and get the under hood stuff dialed. The plan is to display this car in bare metal with all the billet parts at GNRS in January.

[ScotI]

I wanted that wheel concept in the larger diameters for my patina'd 64 Chevy truck but couldn't afford to do one-off's. I wanted 19's & 20's but an 18/19 combo looks just as nice. I love the rolling stock set-up & the underhood plans. I'm assuming you used the GT40 tire size 315/40-19 for the rears?

[ironworks]

I wanted that wheel concept in the larger diameters for my patina'd 64 Chevy truck but couldn't afford to do one-off's. I wanted 19's & 20's but an 18/19 combo looks just as nice. I love the rolling stock set-up & the underhood plans. I'm assuming you used the GT40 tire size 315/40-19 for the rears?


Yes sir. This car needed side profile in the rear tires. So we down sized the wheel size to keep the overall height the same but add more side wall. Looks awesome on this car.

[tones2SS]

That is awesome.
I am looking forward to seeing the engine bay completed! Very nice.

[jy211]

great stance

[WSSix]

I can see why you're excited about this build, Rodger. It really is a fantastic build. The car is coming along nicely. Thanks again for walking us through the changes. I wouldn't have picked up on how in depth they were otherwise.

[ironworks]

I can see why you're excited about this build, Rodger. It really is a fantastic build. The car is coming along nicely. Thanks again for walking us through the changes. I wouldn't have picked up on how in depth they were otherwise.


That is our whole plan.

[ironworks]

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I'm pretty excited about this Hot Rod.

[NOVA]

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I'm pretty excited about this Hot Rod.

I don't care for it, I think you better bring it over to my house and i'll go ahead and let you take my 55 post so you can just start over.... yeah no worries we will swap keys and titles, call it good, I know, I know ive got a large heart, just trying to help here.

[ScotI]

The engine air box & 'under dash" a/c set-up is freakin cool.
Very nice!

[dug]

Love the engine bay and dash work. Looks amazing. :military:

[WILWAXU]

Amazing work!

[kevin_l]

Incredible work so far! I love the wedge mod, anything that makes people stand there looking, knowing something in different but can't pin point it is awesome in my book. Some gm engineer is looking down in awe. Almost a shame to cover that beautiful fab work with paint.

[Sieg]

Looking good Roger! :thumbsup:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

wow....all i can say right now.

[WSSix]

The under dash ac is a great idea. Keep up the great work, guys!

[ironworks]

Thanks guys. This car has been a really fun project.

[jy211]

coming out sweet! :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

As always beautiful work. Under the hood looks great! I like the old style A/C built into the dash.

[DBasher]

Looks really good Rodger, everything is so subtle. Any plans for the front bumper? I only ask because it's staring at me.....

:thumbsup:

[Ricochet]

This is the money shot for me!

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-gnrs-prep-02.jpg

The details throughout are killer. I thought this show was kind of cool also...I like seeing the LSX through the mesh.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-gnrs-prep-04.jpg

[ironworks]

The details throughout are killer. I thought this show was kind of cool also...I like seeing the LSX through the mesh.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-gnrs-prep-04.jpg

We still need to finish the firewall. I think we lowered the bumper brackets after this picture was taken. I was contacted on Saturday to do a Baremetal photo shoot for a major magazine in the studio later this month.

[Ricochet]

I know the firewall needs completion - just thought it was a cool pic. Rightfully so on the bare metal photo session. :thumbsup:

[Justin@EntropyRad]

That thing is just wicked

[DBasher]

I love it and have no doubt it'll look perfect when it's all said and done!
Nice work guys!
:thumbsup:

[ironworks]

I love it and have no doubt it'll look perfect when it's all said and done!
Nice work guys!
:thumbsup:

Let's hope so.

[glassman]

Yeah, effin a that is a gorgeous build. Nicely done, be proud of your company and crew!!

[ironworks]

Here are some detail shots of the engine. You can see the DBW throttle body will be mounted on the firewall for packaging issues. We also made the Vortech Super Charger brackets. You will see them in .125 steel and then in 1/2 plate once the design was completed. The boot on the super charger was source from a big rig truck. Lots of cool details going into this. We still have to get the power steering pump bracket to fit into the opening behind the blower belt and the rack and pinion.

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[Ketzer]

Big a$$ cog drive on that supercharger = Win!

[Craig67]

Bitchin'

[Swain]

Awesome detail as always.

[intocarss]

That's just BAD-ASS!!!!!

[DOOM]

What can you say.:king:

[ironworks]

We did a photoshoot last week at the TEN studio for a baremetal feature for Street Rodder Magazine in the next few months. I got these crappy cell phone pics, but man this car sure looks great outside the shop.

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[Vince@Meanstreets]

crazy!!! how does it run?

[ironworks]

crazy!!! how does it run?

It doesnt yet.

[monza]

Another knock out!! Well done and as always thanks for sharing your builds.

[YAMATHUMP]

The fab work on that car is outstanding. To envision that and then make it look like the plan is one great talent. Keep the updates coming, we appreciate them.

[Wissing72]

Awesome work!! I have been looking back at the "wedge" cut and was wondering if you cut all the way under the tail lights with sectioning or was it just a pivot point? (If that sounds right?) With the curves under them it looks like a pain to fab and work with but you cannot tell that the car was cut at all. Again, amazing work! I am partial to the 70 Chevelle you did,(wonder why?) and a 55 is on my "want" list as well. Going to be watching this thing come together! Thanks for sharing.

[ironworks]

Another knock out!! Well done and as always thanks for sharing your builds.

The fab work on that car is outstanding. To envision that and then make it look like the plan is one great talent. Keep the updates coming, we appreciate them.

Thanks Guys. This project has been a ton of Fun and I'm very excited for SEMA.

Awesome work!! I have been looking back at the "wedge" cut and was wondering if you cut all the way under the tail lights with sectioning or was it just a pivot point? (If that sounds right?) With the curves under them it looks like a pain to fab and work with but you cannot tell that the car was cut at all. Again, amazing work! I am partial to the 70 Chevelle you did,(wonder why?) and a 55 is on my "want" list as well. Going to be watching this thing come together! Thanks for sharing.

The cut line goes all the way to the back as it really has to be relieved to get it to pivot down as you said.

[Justin@EntropyRad]

Love this thing...drive the snot out of it..bare metal and no glass and everything!

[ironworks]

The Fairway 55 is moving along quickly. The details are getting more and more over the top everyday. We body is moving into the body shop next week to begin paint and body work. We have 5 months to get the car done and to Sid Chavers shop for upholstry on Oct 1st.

We took a 3 speed column shifter set up and have converted it to work in this car with detents and have that vintage look. We also are incorporating the tach mount in the steering column shifter mount. I like the look very much. We have to clearance the gauge cluster to allow access still.

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We have gotten almost everything needed under the hood. The throttle body is mounted on the driver side of the firewall to the intake plumbing under the dash. The supercharger brackets are getting more machine work before getting coated and prepped for the final show. The air intake box is coming along nicely.
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We picked up a Rick's Tank with a Vapor works module controller for the dual pump system. Deep rear wheels and full floaters have been a challenge but I feel much safer with floaters with this level of power.

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We also decided to ditch the bird.
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I thought this picture taken a few weeks ago was really cool.
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[WSSix]

So that's a bird for a hood ornament on these cars? I always thought it was a air plane. Learn something new everyday.

I see another award winner being built. This really is going to be a sleeper.

[ironworks]

So that's a bird for a hood ornament on these cars? I always thought it was a air plane. Learn something new everyday.

I see another award winner being built. This really is going to be a sleeper.

It maybe be an airplane, way before my time. That would make sense though.

Thanks

[GregWeld]

My old motor in one next to my old car.... ??? LOL



I thought this picture taken a few weeks ago was really cool.
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[ironworks]

My old motor in one next to my old car.... ??? LOL

I can't remember who the old engine got sold to. But the 55 has a new crate engine with Vortech super charger.

[jy211]

glad the bird was ditched :relax:

[ataves1]

This car is really cool!

[ironworks]

This car is really cool!

Thanks, We are pretty excited for SEMA.

[ironworks]

From this.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-metalfinish-dash-01.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-metalfinish-dash-01.jpg.html)


To this.
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Fully Modernized Gen 4 Vintage air controller integration.

[DBasher]

Looking good Rodger! I like the rework of the AC and the steering column, keeps that old timey vibe, are you keeping the big red switches as is?

:thumbsup:

[ironworks]

Looking good Rodger! I like the rework of the AC and the steering column, keeps that old timey vibe, are you keeping the big red switches as is?

:thumbsup:

The switches will be red, but we still have alot to put on the dash.

[ironworks]

The car is now buried in bodywork. I have all 3 of my body guys buried in bondo dust working to get the car perfect for the show the first week of November. Billet parts are arriving weekly for this car.

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The under dash AC system uses the Vintage Air gen 4 controller but looks like 1955.
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[1965_SS]

:wow: Awesome build!

Are you going to have a build thread on that blue 64' Malibu SS:yes:

[ironworks]

A little press to get this project rolling before the baremetal feature in Street Rodder Magazine.

http://www.hotrod.com/cars/featured/1505-1955-chevy-ironworks-speed-and-custom-bare-metal/

[Winmon]

Incredible build!

[214Chevy]

A little press to get this project rolling before the baremetal feature in Street Rodder Magazine.

http://www.hotrod.com/cars/featured/1505-1955-chevy-ironworks-speed-and-custom-bare-metal/

Very nice article. This car will difinitely be so sweet.

[ironworks]

Incredible build!

Very nice article. This car will difinitely be so sweet.


Thanks guys. This car has been a lot of fun for a good customer. I'm pretty excited for SEMA. A little sample for what is to happen in a few weeks.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/5-13-2015%20011.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/5-13-2015%20011.jpg.html)

[jy211]

nice "orange" :flashie:

[Swain]

That color looks great. What color is the Chassis going to be?

[ironworks]

That color looks great. What color is the Chassis going to be?

Chassis Black with White exhaust. Engine will be smooth and painted the same color as the exterior minus the pearl and ICE GOLD.

[ironworks]

Got some engine parts sprayed last week.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/5-27-2015%20012.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/5-27-2015%20012.jpg.html)
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We did a spray out on an old inner fender to get an idea of the amount of PPG Ice Pearl we wanted to get the right look in the light and in the dark. The exterior color has all the pearl and Ice pearl and the engine color is really just a satraight toner color. But for the most part they are nearly the same color, if that makes any sense. We did not want the pearl of sparkles on the engine itself.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-1-2015%20002.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-1-2015%20002.jpg.html)

Body work is continuing.
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[Swain]

Busting this car out. That car will be titts when its all put together.

[ironworks]

Busting this car out. That car will be titts when its all put together.


I hope so. We are doing all we can. I'm pretty excited for SEMA.

[jy211]

Looking good! :goggles: :thumbsup:

[WSSix]

I like it!

[crazyrides]

looks great, nice to see some one showing how much body work goes into one even with all the great metal work,

[ironworks]

Looking good! :goggles: :thumbsup:

I like it!

looks great, nice to see some one showing how much body work goes into one even with all the great metal work,


Thanks guys.

[Scott Haggai]

looks mean!

[FlameBroiled]

looks great, nice to see some one showing how much body work goes into one even with all the great metal work,

If Rodger really showed how much bodywork it takes to build a car of this caliber.... dust would be pouring out of all of our computers.

I guess Endless hours are better than Countless hours....$$$

Nobody understands just how much work it takes... until they do it? or Pay For it??

Keep up the good work!!!

[ironworks]

If Rodger really showed how much bodywork it takes to build a car of this caliber.... dust would be pouring out of all of our computers.

I guess Endless hours are better than Countless hours....$$$

Nobody understands just how much work it takes... until they do it? or Pay For it??

Keep up the good work!!!

Thanks


Its funny you say that. Just the other day I had a conversation with a customer about how much work we actually forget we did after the car is done. You don't realize 4 guys worked full time on 1 project for a 1 calendar year to do all the many things we forget about once its all done.

I'm just glad to have customers who understand enough to pay the bills and stand in line to build one car after the other. Both of these cars are going under the knife very soon for repeat customers. If I had the man power we would be starting on them now. That blows my mind more then anything.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201967%20Camaro/8-12-2014031.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201967%20Camaro/8-12-2014031.jpg.html)

[ironworks]

1st coat of primer.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-4-2015%20004.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-4-2015%20004.jpg.html)

[tubbed69]

Amazing work as always Roger,love these cars:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[hiwayman]

Rodger would it be possible to detail the welding? the heat setting , pulse or no pulse , foot controller , tungsten size , hey thanks Darrin

[ironworks]

Rodger would it be possible to detail the welding? the heat setting , pulse or no pulse , foot controller , tungsten size , hey thanks Darrin

I'm gonna guess your meaning sheetmetal.

I find as a starting point you set you welder for every .001 material thickness with steel you run one amp. So .065 steel is set at 65 amps or .125 steel is 125 amps. This is just a base line for the amperage you can adjust with your with your pedal. So guys foot pulse the weld, so they will do 7 pumps and weld about 3/4 to 1 inch and cool it off with water or compressed air. Tungsten size really doesn't matter a bunch on thinner stuff but a small tungsten will carry a lower voltage a bit more stable and a big tungsten will carry a larger amp load for thicker material.

All of the settings and tungsten doesn't mean a thing if you can't cut and fit the sheetmetal tightly. If the gap is bigger it will require you to adjust everything and put alot more heat into the panel which will mean that it is more distorted then it should or could be. You have to do everything to minimize your heat. Put the least amount of heat into the panel means the less your gonna have to fix with a hammer and dolly or shrinking wheel or a rose bud.

When I bring a new guy in only let the guy tack parts together for a few weeks until I know he can control his heat. If he has to do these big ass tacks that have huge heat affected zones he is not going to be welding just yet.

Tig welding is all about fit up for all material thickness's. Fit up, Fit up, Fit up.

[Dave Pratt]

The way you chopped the body blows me away.The car looks sinister all slimmed-down.One of the best 55 builds I've ever seen...fantastic work by you and your crue...

[ironworks]

The way you chopped the body blows me away.The car looks sinister all slimmed-down.One of the best 55 builds I've ever seen...fantastic work by you and your crue...


Thanks I have wanted to do this to a 55 Chevy for years. Its a huge task and has to be done with in reason. Too much and it looks funny and to little and its a waste of time. We have done this to 4 or 5 cars over the years. If done right it give it a killer stance but most people will have no idea what was really done to the car. The front bumper on this car is physically 3 inch lower then stock in relation to the rocker.

[WSSix]

Thanks I have wanted to do this to a 55 Chevy for years. Its a huge task and has to be done with in reason. Too much and it looks funny and to little and its a waste of time. We have done this to 4 or 5 cars over the years. If done right it give it a killer stance but most people will have no idea what was really done to the car. The front bumper on this car is physically 3 inch lower then stock in relation to the rocker.

This is why you guys are some of the best in the business. As I said way back at the beginning of this thread, I'd have no idea what was done to the car if you hadn't shown it to us. I think in so many instances, the best built cars are the ones you almost don't realize are heavily modified when looking at them.

[Al Moreno]

I got to say Raga, you are really out doing yourself on this one.....

[ironworks]

This is why you guys are some of the best in the business. As I said way back at the beginning of this thread, I'd have no idea what was done to the car if you hadn't shown it to us. I think in so many instances, the best built cars are the ones you almost don't realize are heavily modified when looking at them.

I got to say Raga, you are really out doing yourself on this one.....

Thanks guys. Like I always say, we can only be as good as the customer will let us. Greg is a great friend and customer. And he is hooked on cars real bad.

[ironworks]

Some engine progress.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-3-2015%20002.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-3-2015%20002.jpg.html)
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[GregWeld]

Bad ass!!

[NOPANTS68]

This has become one of my all time favorite tri fives- I dig the show car versus gasser vibe you guys injected into this build. Engine looks bitchin dipped in orange.

[ironworks]

Bad ass!!

This has become one of my all time favorite tri fives- I dig the show car versus gasser vibe you guys injected into this build. Engine looks bitchin dipped in orange.


Thanks Guys. I'm not sure these pictures convey how bright this orange is. I love it.

[jy211]

the orange looks great, any idea on an interior color?:popcorn2:

[ironworks]

the orange looks great, any idea on an interior color?:popcorn2:


There is only one option for this car. Black with MAYBE white stitching.

[hiwayman]

Rodger thankyou on your reply re-welding , went straight out and got a foot control , will make a difference for sure also the actual technique the foot pumps cool the weld hey thanks again ohh the 55 what hasn't been said if I could grind up a weld like you guys id be happy

[ironworks]

Well it appears the 55 has already made it's first cover. I'm pretty stoked to see this long time vision I have had be so well received.

Cool stuff. Next months Street Rodder Magazine.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/Street%20Rodder%20Magazine%20Cover.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/Street%20Rodder%20Magazine%20Cover.jpg.html)

[Swain]

Congrats... That's Awesome news. Good job.

I was just looking at this months and thought it would be cool if they had something different besides a 30's street rod on the cover.

[NOPANTS68]

That car deserves it. It's different and has imagination infused in every part.

[preston]

Now I just need to know what the "underline deck" means.

"THE UNDERLINE DECK DESCRIBING THESE REALLY REALLY REALLY COOL CARS"

Reminds me of a famous quote from Derek Zoolander -

"I don't know, lately sometimes I think that maybe there's more to life than just being really, really, really good looking"

[garret805]

That orange block and heads is killer.

[DBasher]

Looks like GW's 40 is getting close also....

Car looks great Rodger, that Orange is something else! This is one 55 that needs to be seen in person.

[65 347]

Rodger
The amount of custom work you did to make it look stock is unbelievable!
Love it, great job, can't wait to see what's next.

Mike

[Flash68]

Now I just need to know what the "underline deck" means.

"THE UNDERLINE DECK DESCRIBING THESE REALLY REALLY REALLY COOL CARS"

Reminds me of a famous quote from Derek Zoolander -

"I don't know, lately sometimes I think that maybe there's more to life than just being really, really, really good looking"

:lol: now that is funny...

[ironworks]

That orange block and heads is killer.

Thanks, I kinda drawn to orange.


Car looks great Rodger, that Orange is something else! This is one 55 that needs to be seen in person.


Rodger
The amount of custom work you did to make it look stock is unbelievable!
Love it, great job, can't wait to see what's next.

Mike


Thanks Guys. My crew is really doing a great job with this project. I joke that we spend a lot of money making things look like there not there. It seems crazy to take some Billet machined do-dad and powder coat of paint it semi gloss black to make it look old.

[ironworks]

We are fine tuning the bodywork and trim fit up. The car is coming together nicely.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-9-2015%20005.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-9-2015%20005.jpg.html)
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We are trying to fix a few issues like these. This crap makes me loose sleep at night.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-9-2015%20002.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-9-2015%20002.jpg.html)
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[dhutton]

We are trying to fix a few issues like these. This crap makes me loose sleep at night.


Are you talking about the consistency of the gap or am I missing the obvious? I thought you had gap spray on hand to get your perfect gaps dialed in? :D

Don

[ironworks]

Are you talking about the consistency of the gap or am I missing the obvious? I thought you had gap spray on hand to get your perfect gaps dialed in? :D

Don

The gap on the trim is at a different angle then the hood line. Its a factory issue. But it still bugs me to no end.

The consistency also bugs me.

[dhutton]

The gap on the trim is at a different angle then the hood line. Its a factory issue. But it still bugs me to no end.

The consistency also bugs me.

I think the angle on the trim is determined by the draft angles of the casting. Not too much that can be done to avoid that sort of thing unless you modify and replate it.

Don

[ironworks]

I think the angle on the trim is determined by the draft angles of the casting. Not too much that can be done to avoid that sort of thing.

Don

There is nothing a welder and some talent cant fix.

[dhutton]

There is nothing a welder and some talent cant fix.

I've got the welder but come up short on the other ingredient. :D No shortage of that on your team for sure.

Don

[GregWeld]

THEY NEVER EVER FIT - as in EVER.... from the factory.... or from the aftermarket. Cut to cure. End of story. Big dollar cars make that in brass.... slim it down a bit - and make it fit like it's supposed to. '56 and '57 are even worse because they use a bigger piece there.

[FlameBroiled]

"Cut Modify Replate".... sounds like a TV show Dan Woods would host??

[ironworks]

Time to let this girl dry for the weekend.


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[ironworks]

I have had a few inquiries as to how we went about painting the engine and the aluminum parts like the radiator.

With the radiator and aluminum parts we typically send out the part to be powder coated with some kind of primer. This way they blast the tanks or aluminum parts and then coat the aluminum parts with a primer that is baked on. We have found this to work the best. The obviously don't blast the fins of those come back still clean. But you can do the surround and the tanks on things like radiators, and AC condensors. We also do it on anything smooth that is aluminum as we feel the "BITE" of the primer is better with the blasting and heat for the part with primer. We then stack any needed body work on top. Here are some parts we had blasted and primed that I have pictures of.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/5-13-2015%20009.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/5-13-2015%20009.jpg.html)

Here it is with body work on a 2nd coat of epoxy primer. We are letting the body fill dry before sanding.
http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-induction-01l.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-induction-01l.jpg.html)

You can see the top billet aluminum piece in primer. We really shouldn't have any body work on a billet part.
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Now the unpainted fins of the Condensor or Radiator in this project will get sprayed with Krylon to keep the cooling capacity to the highest level with the thickest paint. I had a guy at a radiator shop once tell me they cool better in black spray paint, not sure I believe him. But there is nothing worse then seeing aluminum fins through the grille opening of a car.

Now the engine and manifold parts go through the long deburring process. They are then shot in epoxy primer. The primer is given a good couple days to fully dry and since we are not body working the engine we shoot a minimum coat of sealer and the regular base coat clear. And really just enough to cover the engine.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-3-2015%20001.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-3-2015%20001.jpg.html)


I help that answers your questions.

[waynieZ]

It came out really nice. Roger is there a clear that can be used over the aluminum by its self just to make the engine easier to keep clean?

[ironworks]

It came out really nice. Roger is there a clear that can be used over the aluminum by its self just to make the engine easier to keep clean?

If you mean over the polish aluminum, I'm sure there is. But we wont have much polished or exposed aluminum on this car.

They have some clear powder coat for polished wheels

[windycitychev]

Time to let this girl dry for the weekend.


http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-12-2015%20001.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-12-2015%20001.jpg.html)
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It's awesome that it's finally getting some color but damn what a shame it looked sweet bare metal.

[Darrell]

🍊🍊🍊🍊🍊🍊🍊🍊🍊 can't wait to see some ORANGE paint on Gregs fiddy five

[ironworks]

Checking final fit of all the engine parts.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-17-2015%20005_1.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-17-2015%20005_1.jpg.html)
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[jy211]

cannot wait to see color on this car!

[ironworks]

cannot wait to see color on this car!

You and me both.

[ironworks]

Fine tuning a few details

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-19-2015%20001.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-19-2015%20001.jpg.html)
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Hoping to spray sealer on the car next week with some color.

As funny as the Wedding chapel may seem for doing body work, it has worked out amazingly well. The dust in the shop is minimal and the temp inside the tent during the hot days is 10-15 degrees cooler since the sun is not beating on the roof. And we can rent it out on the weekends for parties and festivals for some extra cash. It might be the best 600 bucks I have ever spent on Amazon. That was shipped........... HAHAHA

[ironworks]

A couple more in process photos.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-sanding-03l.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-sanding-03l.jpg.html)
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[fleetus macmullitz]

#fine55shivy

[Musclerodz]

That is what I should do and throw a wall a/c unit in it. Humidity is killing me right now.

[ironworks]

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[DBasher]

What a tease! Black interior you say....man it's going to look great!
Have you taken it outside yet?

[ironworks]

What a tease! Black interior you say....man it's going to look great!
Have you taken it outside yet?

The wheels or the car? The orange has not been applied to the car yet. Soon.

[DBasher]

The painted panel....inner fender apron? I saw the pic of the round thing on a stick outside but this looks to be finished product. I'm just pumped to see this come together!

At least with this thread an update is an update, I used to get excited about a wicked camaro that's supposedly at CorteX....wah, wah, waaah.:goggles:

[ironworks]

Here it is in the sun. This is a round inner fender from an C-10 truck we had out back. We sprayed white PPG sealer under the orange to make it even brighter. It pops quite well.


http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-1-2015%20001.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/6-1-2015%20001.jpg.html)

[WSSix]

pop is right! I had to put my sunglasses on to look at the computer screen.

[ironworks]

We started painting parts on Friday. Color is pretty loud but works awesome with the intention of the car.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-hugo-sprays-icepearl-01l.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/55chevy-hugo-sprays-icepearl-01l.jpg.html)
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[DBasher]

YES!



That is all.
:thumbsup:

[jy211]

can not wait!:bigun2:

[hersheys69z]

Is that Honda pearl fire orange?

[ironworks]

Is that Honda pearl fire orange?

No. It's a mixed based from toner 433. We added red and sprayed with heavy pearl and top coated with ice pearl from PPG.

[waynieZ]

Wow Nice!

[JB64CHEVELLE]

Looks good! How are you going to keep the pearl looking the same when painting the panels separately?

[ironworks]

Looks good! How are you going to keep the pearl looking the same when painting the panels separately?

The pearl in the paint itself or in the intercoat?

[JB64CHEVELLE]

The pearl in the clear intercoat. I know you are measuring and counting coats but I have had mixed results with pearls spraying panels separately. I am just wondering how so I can improve my results.

[ironworks]

The pearl in the clear intercoat. I know you are measuring and counting coats but I have had mixed results with pearls spraying panels separately. I am just wondering how so I can improve my results.

We mixed all into on and took a what we needed to spray out of the total sum after getting the measurement we defined to get the consistency we wanted.

My painter is confident we will be fine. I hope he is right. He usually is.

[JB64CHEVELLE]

:thumbsup: Thanks for the reply, I can't wait to see when it's done! Keep up the hard work.

[ironworks]

Its all orange now.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/7-8-2015%20004.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/7-8-2015%20004.jpg.html)
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[GregWeld]

Different paint colors all over the rotisserie is a badge of honor - why try to protect it. LOL

I see a very nice paint job.... : > )

[JB64CHEVELLE]

Very cool!

[ironworks]

Different paint colors all over the rotisserie is a badge of honor - why try to protect it. LOL

I see a very nice paint job.... : > )

Your never going to keep it spotless. So its just easier to get it repowder coated once a year.

It looks really nice. The guys have out done them selves. This was a tricky job.

[jy211]

I've been waiting on this! lol

Looks awesome! :thumbsup:

[Musclerodz]

Looks awesome Roger!

[waynieZ]

Nice!

[fleetus macmullitz]

I think I may have just have gotten re-addicted to... :shakehead:

[ironworks]

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[HWY Nova]

Wow!!!

[Garage Dog 65]

My painter is confident we will be fine. I hope he is right. He usually is.



Yup, nailed it !

Just lacks wiring and some wax.

Congrats !

[Darrell]

Nice 😎😎😎😎😎

[syborg tt]

Roger your guys are doing a great job on this one.

There is a local guy around here that just finished his Orange Tri-Five and it has received a ton on Internet & Magazine publicity. One of the reason could be the fact that orange photographs so well or it could also be because he beats the living crap out of the car.

https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t31.0-8/10273314_714043228636803_980250532334526180_o.jpg

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[ironworks]

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[SBDave]

Nice!!!

[jy211]

looking good :ohsnap:

[ironworks]

I guess it is about time to do an update. Been super busy in the shop.


It has just been details details details.

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Yeah that should give you quite a bit to look at. SEMA will be here soon. Car goes to Sid Chavers on Oct 4th.

[Ketzer]

So awesome to see an engine without some giant origami sheet metal cover. I hope this becomes a new trend we can credit to Ironworks.

[ironworks]

So awesome to see an engine without some giant origami sheet metal cover. I hope this becomes a new trend we can credit to Ironworks.


Funny enough your the 3rd person to say that same statement today. Tracy Weaver said the same thing this morning on the phone.


Thanks

[jy211]

sweet man!

[waynieZ]

The paint came out beautiful, and Iagree I love to see the motor showcased like this one.

[intocarss]

As always.........OUTSTANDING WORK!!!!!

[BritishGreen68]

wow nice update, been checking everyday for it haha Is that finish on the wheels a secret?

[ironworks]

wow nice update, been checking everyday for it haha Is that finish on the wheels a secret?



Thanks guys.

The wheels where shot peened in the middle and the edges where blasted with 120 grit glass for a smoother finish on the hoops. The wheels were then coated with a special mix Ceracoat. It was a lot of testing to get the finish we wanted. Just like the color on the car.

I'm very happy with the results.

[ironworks]

The progress continues. The time is in the details. Trying to get everything just right.

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[syborg tt]

Very well done, Serious Kudo's to you and your crew.

[ironworks]

Very well done, Serious Kudo's to you and your crew.


It ain't done yet. But getting closer everyday.

[DBasher]

Tic Toc, Tic Toc....looking really good Rodger, nice work.

:thumbsup:

[BritishGreen68]

So uh hows this thing coming along? im pretty excited about it:mock:

[ironworks]

So uh hows this thing coming along? im pretty excited about it:mock:

Its coming. A little less then 2 weeks left to go.

We have the car back from Sid Chavers and he knocked it out of the park as to be expected. Dakota Digital has done a killer job on the gauge cluster with separate tach to resemble the old Sun Tach.


http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/IMG_5809.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/IMG_5809.jpg.html)
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We will have specific T shirts for the Fairway 55 at SEMA and you can probably get one from my wife if you wanted. By calling the shop.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/FAIRWAY-55-PC-V2.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/FAIRWAY-55-PC-V2.jpg.html)

[Z06Joe]

This is a serious work of art!!!! Great job guys!!

[HWY Nova]

Rodger,

Where will the 55 be at SEMA?



--ET

[ironworks]

Rodger,

Where will the 55 be at SEMA?



--ET

Vortech Super chargers booth in Hot Rod alley.

[n77nxc]

Vortech Super chargers booth in Hot Rod alley.

Can't wait to see it. Awesome build.

[syborg tt]

Car looks fantastic and I love the back seat area

[jy211]

sweet :ohsnap:

[ironworks]

sweet :ohsnap:

Can't wait to see it. Awesome build.

Car looks fantastic and I love the back seat area


Thanks guys. We are looking forward to completion

[mcfly1883]

Goes without saying, absolutely amazing build. The craftsmanship is truly top notch.

Question, this could be elementary, but I was wondering if you could explain the relationship between the DBW throttle body and the dual quad throttle bodies on the Holley intake. Are the dual quad bodies just there to hold the "air cleaner" or do they actually serve a mechanical or sensor function for engine operation?

Just curious, as it is the first time I have seen a setup like that.

[ironworks]

Goes without saying, absolutely amazing build. The craftsmanship is truly top notch.

Question, this could be elementary, but I was wondering if you could explain the relationship between the DBW throttle body and the dual quad throttle bodies on the Holley intake. Are the dual quad bodies just there to hold the "air cleaner" or do they actually serve a mechanical or sensor function for engine operation?

Just curious, as it is the first time I have seen a setup like that.

Throttle bodies serve no actual purpose. We removed the throttle blades from them. They give the air cleaner a place to sit. DBW throttle body is on the firewall giving us a huge long intake runner.

[Sinco]

Beautiful car Rodger, over the top as usual!

Doug

[DBasher]

Looking at some of the early SEMA coverage and spotted the 55....very nice. Can't wait to see some more details! Nice job Ironworks!
:thumbsup:

[fleetus macmullitz]

https://instagram.com/p/9jBEewR6GE/

[ironworks]

Thanks guys. The Vortech guys asked us to remove the hood to better show the parts they are at sema to sell. So we took the hood off.

[syborg tt]

Saw a few pictures of the car yesterday and the car looks incredible.

[WILWAXU]

Hot Rod article:

http://www.hotrod.com/events/1511-1955-chevy-coupled-lsx-power-and-beauty-from-ironworks-speed-kustom/

[intocarss]

I've seen pics of this car all over the net..looks awesome Congrats!

[ironworks]

Thanks guys.

[ironworks]

SEMA 2015 was a good week for us.

Saturday - We got the car done for the event.
Sunday We made it safely to Las Vegas
Sunday at 11pm The customer saw the car for the first time in person in months and loved it.
Monday - We got parked in the Vortech Supercharger booth
Tuesday - The madness begins - Show opens
Wednesday night - We get word we got a GM design award
Thursday 730am - GM design award for Best Hot Rod
Friday - The Block.com does a nice article on the Fairway 55

https://theblock.com/news/2015-sema-show-feature-car-ironworks-speed-kustom-s-fairway-55

- We survive the SEMA Cruise and head home

The car turned out awesome. We knew there would be alot of people who just don't get the car at all. But alot more got it then I ever thought would.

Enough blah blah.
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[HWY Nova]

Congratulations on another GM Design Award!!!!

These photos are great, but the cars is soooooooo much better in-person.


--Eric

[ironworks]

A few more cool pictures we have taken or found on the internet.

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/IMG_0917.jpg (http://s616.photobucket.com/user/ironworksspeed/media/Fairway%20Chevrolet%2055/IMG_0917.jpg.html)
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[ironworks]

Congratulations on another GM Design Award!!!!

These photos are great, but the cars is soooooooo much better in-person.


--Eric

Thanks Eric. We are pretty proud of this one.

[tubbed69]

Congrats on the awards Roger,very well deserved:king:

[DOOM]

Nicely done Rodger! You guys put together one awesome hotrod!:king: :trophy-1302:

[syborg tt]

Car looks great and I am sorry I didn't get a chance to walk over and tell you in person.

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2015_48_30.jpg

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2015_48_54.jpg

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2015_48_58.jpg

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2015_49_12.jpg

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2015_49_19.jpg

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2015_49_29.jpg

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2015_50_01.jpg

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2020_45_05.jpg

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2020_44_58.jpg

the stance looked perfect

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2020_45_11.jpg

[WSSix]

Congrats to you and your guys, Rodger. That's a fantastic car.

[ironworks]

Car looks great and I am sorry I didn't get a chance to walk over and tell you in person.



Thanks your camera shows a different color then every picture I have seen of the car. Interesting. It seems super muted and more yellow in your pics.

[syborg tt]

Thanks your camera shows a different color then every picture I have seen of the car. Interesting. It seems super muted and more yellow in your pics.

Agreed the only one that kinda shows the what the color was however no where near as bright as the car actually was. . It's very hard to shoot
pictures with Metal Halide lights and maybe one day I may go back and edit/color correct the pictures. What sucks is no can see the metal flake
in the car. Hopefully when Seig posts his pictures we will be able to see it.

Being Honest this car had one of my top ten favorite engine bays and hopefully one day I will take a few pictures in natural light vs indoor light.

http://garagescene.net/gallery3/var/resizes/Events/2015-Sema/2015-11-04%2020_45_11.jpg

[fleetus macmullitz]

Nice shootin' Marty.

:flashie:

[ironworks]

Pretty Cool article on Speedhunters today.

http://www.speedhunters.com/2015/12/haterade-blown-ls-55-chevy/

[HWY Nova]

Pretty Cool article on Speedhunters today.




VERY NICE!


--Eric

[syborg tt]

Great Article indeed

Want to share some info on the trunk emblem

http://www.speedhunters.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Speedhunters_Keith_Charvonia_Vortech-55-Chevy-10-800x533.jpg

[jy211]

Great Article indeed

Want to share some info on the trunk emblem

http://www.speedhunters.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Speedhunters_Keith_Charvonia_Vortech-55-Chevy-10-800x533.jpg

great emblem :hairpullout:

[ironworks]

Great Article indeed

Want to share some info on the trunk emblem

http://www.speedhunters.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Speedhunters_Keith_Charvonia_Vortech-55-Chevy-10-800x533.jpg


It's one off and says the name of our shop and is not an original part.

It was an idea I had to tastefully put our name on the car and look original.

It was pretty speedy.

[Tom.A]

This has to be one of my favorite builds on this site. I love the valve covers and would be curious how those were made. I would think you could sell them in a normal Sbc style. I hate the look of my coils packs

[ironworks]

This has to be one of my favorite builds on this site. I love the valve covers and would be curious how those were made. I would think you could sell them in a normal Sbc style. I hate the look of my coils packs

The issue is they make adapters to mount SBC covers on the LS for far less money. They would not clear our engine bracket system and we wanted something different alittle different. These covers were pretty complex in the fact we made adapters to get rid of the center bolts of an ls cover to really hide the fact it was an LS engine. Lots of small tricks every where to make a modern combo seem very old school.

Thanks for the compliment.

[ironworks]

Some good press on the Fairway55 from Hot Rod Magazine.

Scroll down and watch the video.

http://www.hotrod.com/cars/featured/1601-this-1955-chevy-was-once-a-glimpse-into-the-future-now-its-here/?sm_id=social_aumohotrodsshub_default_20160121_574 76666&adbid=10153207658317540&adbpl=fb&adbpr=13601527539#photo-01