Hello from Memphis, TN

[Jefscoupe]

My name is Jeff and I live just north of Memphis, TN.
I've been a machinist for over 30 years and for the past 23 years I've worked for an international orthopedic implant company making knees, hips, etc. and the instrumentation used to install them.
I've been in their specialy departments for most of my time there.
I also do CNC programming, though they've rearranged some people and I don't get to do as much of that anymore.

I love cars and especially cars from the early 60s and back.
I have a 1955 Chevy 2dr wagon and a 32 Ford 3 window coupe that has been a long time project of mine.
I've hand made some small panels for it and made wheel tubs for the 55 on my HF english wheel.
I love metal shaping, but haven't gotten around to doing a whole lot of it and look forward to learning more from the people of this site.
I do know at least one member here. MP&C. From a couple other forums we frequent.

I fabricate as many parts for my cars and other projects that I can.
Whether by machining or hand forming.
I've been collecting sheet metal (and other) tools and equipment for many years.
I have: the afore mentioned english wheel, a 4 ft brake, planishing hammer, assorted hand tools, wire welder, gas torch and an old Lincoln "crackle box" for the heavy stuff. A bead roller, electric shears (don't know how I got along without those!), metal lathe, milling machine, some home made tools of different sorts and the usual assortment of mechanic's tools. Let's just say I've got a 20 X 40 shop and I can barely get a car in to work on it.

I also work with wood and like to do improvments to my yard and house.
I guess I'm a typical Jack of all trades and master of none.
Well...I'd like to think I'm a master machinist after 30+ years.

So, there you have it.
You guys have a lot of neat toys.
Can I play?