+- Austinsevenfriends (https://www.austinsevenfriends.co.uk/forum)
+-- Forum: Austin Seven Friends Forum (https://www.austinsevenfriends.co.uk/forum/forumdisplay.php?fid=1)
+--- Forum: Forum chat... (https://www.austinsevenfriends.co.uk/forum/forumdisplay.php?fid=14)
+--- Thread: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster (/showthread.php?tid=3690)
RE: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster - Ian Williams - 16-10-2020
The point is Tony that you don't NEED a professional sheet metal fabrication workshop to build a professional looking body, actually in this case its better and far more accurate than many professional offerings. A little knowledge, a modicum of skill and a willingness to try is what is required. That is not to take anything away from Athow he is a very talented young man with just the right approach and attitude, his research is exemplary and I have been constantly impressed by his ability to learn new skills very quickly. He regularly puts both me and his fabrication mentor Joss to shame, it is great when the student becomes the master and that is exactly where Athow is heading.
RE: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster - stuartu - 16-10-2020
Athow, for some reason my reply to your last email bounced back. Has there been a change to your usual email address or should I try again?
Regards,
Stuart
RE: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster - Dave Wortley - 16-10-2020
Athow, you now have the buck so are you stopping at just the one body?
RE: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster - Tony Griffiths - 16-10-2020
(16-10-2020, 09:55 AM)Dave Wortley Wrote: Athow, you now have the buck so are you stopping at just the one body?And there's the rub. It might become a hobby out of control and, before you know where you, are six men are employed, you're renting premises and the overdraft is growing....
(16-10-2020, 06:00 AM)Ian Williams Wrote: The point is Tony that you don't NEED a professional sheet metal fabrication workshop to build a professional looking body, actually in this case its better and far more accurate than many professional offerings. A little knowledge, a modicum of skill and a willingness to try is what is required. That is not to take anything away from Athow he is a very talented young man with just the right approach and attitude, his research is exemplary and I have been constantly impressed by his ability to learn new skills very quickly. He regularly puts both me and his fabrication mentor Joss to shame, it is great when the student becomes the master and that is exactly where Athow is heading.Indeed; doing it in what might be described as the "hard way" certainly teaches those essential skills that having the "professional kit" allows one (I should imagine) to shortcut.
RE: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster - Erich - 16-10-2020
Athow, the hank nut looks great. No worries on timing, I am a way off myself.
Erich in Seattle
RE: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster - Athanasius Santamaria - 24-10-2020
Bit more of an update. The aluminium skin is being formed and welded. Those with a keen eye will note that the sides are one sheet not two. This was decided as it makes life a lot easier and is a bit more manageable when it comes to welding. Especially as I am new to all of this. Hopefully in the next few weeks it should be fitted on to the floor and the final finishing stage can begin. However, still lots to do... wiring, planishing and minor adjustments.. etc
20200925_123623.jpg (Size: 144.32 KB / Downloads: 624)
20200925_184212.jpg (Size: 163.03 KB / Downloads: 625)
20201002_152115.jpg (Size: 156.56 KB / Downloads: 624)
20201009_145909.jpg (Size: 168.04 KB / Downloads: 625)
20201009_145931.jpg (Size: 180.7 KB / Downloads: 625)
RE: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster - Peter Naulls - 24-10-2020
Remarkable work, all very inspiring especially considering your comments about being "new to it"!
Peter.
RE: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster - jansens - 25-10-2020
Hi Athow, looks great! The planishing bit is a real chore. It takes a long time! I don't think I have seen Joss' garage look so full of space before!
Simon
RE: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster - Athanasius Santamaria - 14-11-2020
After a lot of hard work and learning, the body for my reproduction Ulster edged closer to reality as it was fitted on to the car. After a few weeks of settling, adjusting and tweaking the cockpit and boot has been trimmed and is now ready for wiring. There's still a tonne to learn and a huge amount of work to go, but its now a car.
20201027_162614.jpg (Size: 176.71 KB / Downloads: 420)
20201030_130224.jpg (Size: 186.71 KB / Downloads: 420)
20201110_173159.jpg (Size: 180.75 KB / Downloads: 420)
20201113_171539.jpg (Size: 166.39 KB / Downloads: 421)
20201113_171554.jpg (Size: 179.59 KB / Downloads: 420)
RE: My Kiwi Reproduction ulster - Duncan Grimmond - 15-11-2020
Continue to be really impressed with the quality of your work. Excellent stuff!