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Forum: Automotive Projects 01-15-2017, 04:09 AM
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Posted By jochem
I might be a little too arduino hungry, but i...

I might be a little too arduino hungry, but i would consider using a stepper motor per wiper and control them with an arduino board. That could be quite small and you wouldn't need the...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 05-12-2016, 11:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,714
Posted By jochem
I would try to make a die set, comparable to a...

I would try to make a die set, comparable to a dimple die. Those should be on the youtube.
Forum: General Discussion 03-14-2015, 05:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,941
Posted By jochem
I made one for my press. It doesn't have the...

I made one for my press. It doesn't have the guide pins on the side, so i can use it for longer stuff. I once pressed a length of 1,5meters of 2mm sheet.
Works great!

I used 90 degree profiles...
Forum: Beginner Projects 02-18-2015, 01:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 6,023
Posted By jochem
doll carriage parts

I got some parts from a doll carriage museum, to see if i could replicate them. Today i tried to copy a hubcap and another ornament. The hubcap seems to be ok, the other part is harder. I think i...
Forum: Automotive Projects 01-10-2015, 04:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,504
Posted By jochem
I like the flares you made for the pick-up....

I like the flares you made for the pick-up. Remind me of an e30 m3 body.

Thanks for sharing!
Forum: General Discussion 01-10-2015, 04:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,310
Posted By jochem
Those dimples are nice. You could probably use...

Those dimples are nice. You could probably use them for quick fasterners too? The ones that you turn 25 degrees for relaease of fastening.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 12-30-2014, 03:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,565
Posted By jochem
I tried some stuff today. Joe's approach had some...

I tried some stuff today. Joe's approach had some results, but i think my brake isn't suited for the thick alloy. There are marks on the sheet and my brake.
I made some dies for my bead roller, but...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 12-30-2014, 01:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,565
Posted By jochem
Hi Joe, What i call the bottom spacing is the...

Hi Joe,
What i call the bottom spacing is the single piece of sheet you tape to the brake.

Thank you for the link. Have to admit I didn't do a real search on this site :dunce:

I hope i can...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 12-29-2014, 01:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,565
Posted By jochem
Thanks for the suggestion Joe. Am i correct that...

Thanks for the suggestion Joe. Am i correct that you lay the sheet over a piece and then basicly use the fingers of your brake to press in the offset?

I had thought of something like that.
The...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 12-29-2014, 11:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,565
Posted By jochem
Asking for advice on folding small corner

Hello, i can use a little help with a project I am doing now. My workshop is in a building with many identical shops. The outside sheeting is 0.5mm and too easy to damage. So i got the task of making...
Forum: Tutorials 06-14-2014, 02:14 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 168,501
Posted By jochem
Jere, thank you for the write up! I have a...

Jere, thank you for the write up!
I have a piece of leather from a 60's bmw. I was wondering if there are any alternatives to using sand as a filling. Mostly worried about the sand moistening up.
...
Forum: Shop Safety 05-17-2014, 01:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 23,878
Posted By jochem
Hi Mark, Don't expect too much from the brake....

Hi Mark,
Don't expect too much from the brake. The grinder doesn't stop quickly, it still keeps spinning a little while after you turn off the switch.
Not really sure what it is supposed to add,...
Forum: Shop Safety 05-16-2014, 02:00 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 23,878
Posted By jochem
I just treated myself to two new grinders. I...

I just treated myself to two new grinders. I think grinders are noisey and dangerous, but they do really get jobs done.

I bought two Fein grinders and really like them. The guard is not removable...
Forum: Miscellanous products related to metalshaping 05-16-2014, 01:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 17,977
Posted By jochem
I have two ESAB auto darkerning helmets. They are...

I have two ESAB auto darkerning helmets. They are dedicated for either mig or tig, as i found the mig spatters block the sensors. This doesn't matter for mig, but gives flashing when tig welding. ...
Forum: Automotive Projects 05-12-2014, 01:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,565
Posted By jochem
That is a very big car to handle. Great work and...

That is a very big car to handle. Great work and thanks for showing the progress.
Forum: Automotive Projects 04-12-2014, 02:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,648
Posted By jochem
Thanks for all the pictures and explanation. ...

Thanks for all the pictures and explanation.
The result looks very impressive.

jochem.
Forum: General Discussion 03-29-2014, 01:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,092
Posted By jochem
Great place, with plenty of space! Looks like...

Great place, with plenty of space!
Looks like some interesting projects too.

Does it get cold in the winter? Looks like there isn't too much insulation on the walls and roof.

Cheers, jochem.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 03-23-2014, 11:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,656
Posted By jochem
Thanks for the replies! I traded my di-acro...

Thanks for the replies!

I traded my di-acro notcher for the shear and some cash. Allready used it a little today. Used it on some 2mm stainless sheet, no sweat.
I am curious about the brand. Only...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 03-16-2014, 12:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,656
Posted By jochem
Dan, thanks for getting the image right. ...

Dan, thanks for getting the image right.

Thank you for the responses. I do think there is no such thing as enough diversity in cutting tools!
I do agree that it would fit very nicely, so i guess...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 03-16-2014, 07:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,656
Posted By jochem
Advice on buying an electric shear

26871I have a Di-acro notcher for sale and somebody offered an electric three phase shear as a trade. He isn't sure about the brand, but its old and at least european made. I treid searching this...
Forum: Automotive Projects 01-16-2014, 03:00 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 39,511
Posted By jochem
Hi Brent, The hood looks superb, i would think...

Hi Brent,
The hood looks superb, i would think the scoops were factory if i hadn't read this thread.

I'm also about a year into my own business. I stay away from people who wan't quality but nag...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 01-16-2014, 02:52 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,520
Posted By jochem
You could also try using a jigsaw with a metal...

You could also try using a jigsaw with a metal cutting blade. It requires a steady hand and the metal will vibrate heavily sometimes.
Beste to guide the jigsaw with a steel or wood beam.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 01-11-2014, 03:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,481
Posted By jochem
tools for alloy suggestions

Hi all, i tried searching but couldn't really find an answer.
I have an ESAB 2200i AC/DC tig machine in the shop to test and i'm really enjoying it. I have a little experience welding alloy and it...
Forum: Automotive Projects 11-25-2013, 02:11 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 24,632
Posted By jochem
I've never heard of these vans before, but it...

I've never heard of these vans before, but it looks awesome!
Quite a steep learning curve. Good luck with keeping the motivation going and enjoy it.

Any idea what engine you will be using?
...
Forum: Automotive Projects 07-12-2013, 01:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,562
Posted By jochem
I was just thinking it looked a bit too...

I was just thinking it looked a bit too amaturistic, untill i saw the pictures of it in paint. Guess that just showes how much effort goes into a solid result.

I'm impressed and enjoy your...
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