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Forum: General Discussion 01-12-2017, 01:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,086
Posted By hp246
What about starting with a 67 Camro bumper and...

What about starting with a 67 Camro bumper and lengthening it to your needs?
Forum: Introductions 12-06-2016, 12:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,888
Posted By hp246
Welcome Andrew. I have a 76 F-100 too. The...

Welcome Andrew. I have a 76 F-100 too. The first thing you have to do is evaluate whether or not it is financially feasible to restore your truck. You might have a good donor there, or it might be...
Forum: Introductions 09-17-2016, 08:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,874
Posted By hp246
Welcome Charles. Whereabouts in Michigan? I'm a...

Welcome Charles. Whereabouts in Michigan? I'm a Sparty near Ann Arbor.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 08-31-2016, 03:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,412
Posted By hp246
Is this part of a spot on restoration? If not, I...

Is this part of a spot on restoration? If not, I would consider making the piece out of ABS plastic. ABS can be cut, molded wit heat and glued. It is inexpensive, so you can afford to make a few...
Forum: Introductions 08-25-2016, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,636
Posted By hp246
Üdvözöljük

Üdvözöljük
Forum: General Discussion 04-25-2013, 08:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,814
Posted By hp246
T he folks at Dagger are great. I'd give them a...

T he folks at Dagger are great. I'd give them a call the day before though.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 12-30-2012, 09:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,979
Posted By hp246
You'd have to supersize it, but I made a chess...

You'd have to supersize it, but I made a chess sets out of various hardware for Christmas presents one year. I used varying height flat head screws for the bases, then used different fasteners to...
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 05-17-2012, 08:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,467
Posted By hp246
http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn287/hp246/100...

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Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 05-17-2012, 03:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,467
Posted By hp246
For the bright sheet, will it oxidize, or will it...

For the bright sheet, will it oxidize, or will it need to be clear coated to maintain the bright finish?

I am considering making steps for my 76 F-100 stepside out of it. I have the original...
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 05-16-2012, 11:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,467
Posted By hp246
Aluminum Diamond Plate

Is diamond plate available in a variety of alloys? If not, is it weldable?
Forum: Heads Up Announcements 04-15-2012, 08:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 13,692
Posted By hp246
In my first life I was attracted to shows like...

In my first life I was attracted to shows like Highway Patrol and Adam 12. Guess what I did for a living. I learned those shows had not been very realistic. Jesse was one of the first reality...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 02-24-2012, 03:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,043
Posted By hp246
The base on this picture is all wrong, but more...

The base on this picture is all wrong, but more along the lines of this shaker hood. The snorkel part of it would be longer, and not ribbed. By flattening out the base, it is lower profile and...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 02-23-2012, 09:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,043
Posted By hp246
OK. You guys are testing my artistic skills, but...

OK. You guys are testing my artistic skills, but here is a top and side view of what I want to do. The filter would be fully enclosed, and would seal between the base and the top.

One thought...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 02-23-2012, 12:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,043
Posted By hp246
The filter would be about 3 inches high. Some of...

The filter would be about 3 inches high. Some of the difference can be made up in the base. I was just wondering how realistic it would be to try to make once piece.

Yes, I do have a...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 02-22-2012, 10:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,043
Posted By hp246
Sorry Joe. Here's the project. I would like to...

Sorry Joe. Here's the project. I would like to build a snorkel type air cleaner. Material 3003 .060 aluminum. The radius would be that of a 10 or 11 inch circle that would make up the back of...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 02-21-2012, 11:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,043
Posted By hp246
Hammer form radius depth

On a medium radius in a hammer form, what is a reasonable depth to bend .060 aluminum over the form?
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 01-28-2012, 10:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,733
Posted By hp246
Byron, Very cool trick. Thanks for sharing.

Byron,
Very cool trick. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: General Discussion 01-09-2012, 09:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,328
Posted By hp246
I've got one of those around somewhere. Always...

I've got one of those around somewhere. Always wondered what it was for. Thanks for the info guys.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 01-06-2012, 11:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,632
Posted By hp246
I think the advice above regarding galvanic...

I think the advice above regarding galvanic reaction is good advice. You will get the rusty steel, but unless you protect the aluminum, such as clear powder, clear paint or have it anodized, the...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 01-06-2012, 09:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,966
Posted By hp246
David has a great thread on making bumpers. What...

David has a great thread on making bumpers. What about starting from scratch using thinner steel and making a new bumper? I would think you could make it in two pieces and weld it up.
Forum: Introductions 01-01-2012, 12:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,847
Posted By hp246
Welcome Bill.

Welcome Bill.
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 12-30-2011, 04:07 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 39,303
Posted By hp246
Mel, Thanks for the tip on the Smith AW1A. I...

Mel,
Thanks for the tip on the Smith AW1A. I ordered one, and it came in today. I got to play with it for about 1/2 hours. I was easily able to use David's technique with steel. I played a bit...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 12-29-2011, 03:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 18,662
Posted By hp246
Dan, What is your goal with the trailer? Is it...

Dan,
What is your goal with the trailer? Is it a complete restoration? Is it just to make it water tight?

I tried these rods on some very thin metal. I melted the metal I was trying to repair...
Forum: Automotive Projects 12-25-2011, 09:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,591
Posted By hp246
Very cool John. Thanks for sharing.

Very cool John. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 12-25-2011, 07:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 39,303
Posted By hp246
Mel, I noticed the AW1A does not come with any...

Mel,
I noticed the AW1A does not come with any tips, and they appear to be expensive compared to the other torches. What tips would you recommend for welding thin aluminum or sheet steel?

PS Do...
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