Forum: General Discussion
11-11-2023, 05:59 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,862
Buck patterns
Regretably Fusion 360 discomtined there slicing program. This takes you from 3D model to buck paterns in one click.
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Forum: Automotive Projects
10-18-2023, 11:03 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 5,453
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Forum: Automotive Projects
10-11-2023, 05:05 AM
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Replies: 2,001
Views: 3,170,553
LS swap
Would really like to see the wiring harness for the engine swap.
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
08-03-2023, 07:40 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,799
The best tip you will ever get!
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I really like using Sharpie markers on sheet metal but they quickly get clogged from oil from the metal. Use a few drops on Isopropanol alcohol to clean the tip. You have to admit that's a...
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
07-18-2023, 06:31 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,369
Roof slate tile removal tool
This looks exactly like a roofing slate tile removal tool. Grab by the handle, insert under the tile, hook the nail, hammer backwards and pull the nail.
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Forum: Metalshaping videos on-line
07-03-2023, 10:43 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,735
Can't stop watching!!!
Thanks for posting the link. Ruge is one of the better teachers. His is direct in explaining the "READ" the metal needs. Next he shows you how to push/pull the metal to shape desired.
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
05-23-2023, 12:00 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,012
Bad Ass
I see you have 5 dies a the punch shoe (??) How many dies are repeat and how many angle cuts are there?
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
05-22-2023, 08:47 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,012
In suspense
Well take some pictures and show us how it works.
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Forum: General Discussion
04-02-2023, 09:59 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,790
heinke
Thanks that is what I was looking for, Thanks!!
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Forum: General Discussion
03-30-2023, 06:54 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,790
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Forum: General Discussion
03-29-2023, 11:34 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,790
5052
Did my search regarding 5052 aluminum and it seems that is best used on doors, hoods and decklids as well as motorcycle gas tanks. Basically dent prone panels. So what are some thoughts for beaded...
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Forum: Introductions
01-15-2023, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 907
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Forum: Automotive Projects
07-21-2022, 11:24 AM
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Replies: 63
Views: 18,843
Water Blasting
I am finding that water blasting flows the grit in to cavities and once dried forms a hard (ish) rock. Does not blow away like regular blasting.
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
07-13-2022, 12:46 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 15,574
175lb "filler patch"
Just had to ad this comment. 1957 Cadillac: couldn't figure why the trunk was flat from Qt panel to Qt panel. Yes it was filler with plaster of Paris 2" deep in the center. Trunk drops full also. The...
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Forum: General Discussion
07-07-2022, 08:14 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,711
Thanks Guys!!
It looks like Citric Acid is a better choice.
Sorry for the Daa moment. Yes I should have looked before I leaped and searched here first.
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Forum: General Discussion
07-06-2022, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 4,711
Molasses Rust Removal Questions.
Looking for feed back concerning Molasses rust removal.
What mixing ratios are most effective?
Do you use food grade or Molasses containing Sulphur?
Do you need to screed off the mold or does it...
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
04-28-2022, 11:02 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 4,023
Filler
I worked in a wood pattern shop in the 60,s and they use bono mix with fiberglass resin + fiberglass hardener. Glue, gap filler and very hard, don't forget the screws.
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Forum: Basic questions and answers
04-27-2022, 07:33 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,942
Aftermarket OEM
I thought I would try to economize on a Mustang project and purchased a set of cheaper doors. Set them back right away, they where about 4 pounds lighter that the better priced ones.
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Forum: Introductions
03-26-2022, 01:38 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,683
More please
Your are a nice addition to this forum. Would you show the top-bottom die. Perhaps a light explanation as to how each fits to the other, Top smaller ect..?
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Forum: Welding Sheet Metal
03-22-2022, 10:11 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,188
Spot Welders and cutting costs.
I did not want to highjack the prior post re. spot welding. This is to be considered a editorial as this is my opinion.
I do not understand restoration companies charging $80-$100 and hour or...
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Forum: Welding Sheet Metal
03-22-2022, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 7,257
Spot welder
Read the manual and do the research!!
I purchased this Chief spot welder for $1000.00, yes quite the deal.
Despite the literature saying 3 layers of 18 gauge ( .144") I am having trouble getting a...
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Forum: Welding Sheet Metal
02-24-2022, 02:32 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 7,257
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Forum: Automotive Projects
02-10-2022, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 35,417
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Forum: Comments and Suggestions
12-09-2021, 02:25 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 4,873
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Forum: Automotive Projects
12-03-2021, 01:58 PM
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Replies: 200
Views: 79,201
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