Projects Weesner Inspired Hot Rod (Hand Built) UPDATE

[193257]

Okay Never done this before but here goes. (be easy on me).
A friend and I got to attend the AMBR show last year because of some generous friends. We looked at the cars in awe. First time weve been there. While we checked out the vendors we came upon Keith Weesners booth. Jimmy looked at his art and the rest of the things he had for sale. He ended up buying some art from Keith and away we went. Fast forward to about 8-10 months ago. Jimmy was working on a handbuilt Hot Rod but decided it was going to take to long to finish and he wanted something to take to the Street Rod Nationals this year. He got this wild hare to build a Hot Rod to clone the weesner art he bought called the Emerald Tide.

I have to tell you first off that Jimmy has got more talent than most people have got sense. He decideds to build it in bare aluminum and steel. Following is some pics that I took today and I will try to update this as he goes along. He's had most of it together and now it is blown apart and now is priming the steel interstructure and starting back together with it. The way this guy works he will probably make it (I hope). This guy is a machine.
Here he is grinding the frame. All welds will be ground smooth and will look like a billet frame. His plan is to clear the frame over the bare metal to show the workmanship.


Following are some pics of the steel interstructure (primed) and the aluminum skin




The bed is made out of sheet metal


Innerstructure for the doors are steel with aluminun skin




The grill insert will have over 450 stainless bullits.

Stainless bullits

Battery box

Here is just a couple of his tools. (he has many) Several years ago he decides to build a Yoder hammer and built this thing from scratch. I mean this guy is no slouch. Most of it is made from flat stock but he made some molds and had some pieces cast. He also sells some of his cast pieces. Center tube is filled with sand for weight and so it doesnt ring when you use it. If you didnt know you would think it is a factory made piece.


I will try to keep this post up to date as he makes progress. Rick

[SUHRsc]

wow!

any more pics of the Yoder? or contact info on the parts he sells?

[Zumo]

Wow. Can't wait to see more.

[nostalgia59]

Amazing work..

[X38]

Hooley dooley, he's good. Those wire wheels scare me though.

[skunx1964]

Originally Posted by SUHRsc

wow!

ya! what he said!

[Hot Rod Bob]

Please keep it coming!!! Great stuff!

[Road_Rage_Rube]

wow!! its always good to see some real craftsmen work

[LeadSledMerc]

WOW...what awesome work!

I can't wait to see more...

[Kail]

that is tool and aluminum porn

[Hot Rod Michelle]

Holy Monkey!! That is amazingly awesome.

[Chris Casny]

Dude!!!! Great stuff

[lockwoodkustoms]

I am not going to be able to sleep until you post more pics....

[skyrodder]

Now that guy has some talent!

[ProEnfo]

Incredible skills...

[kadillackid]

I love threads like this, pure talent.....

[cactus1]

More please!

[ratster]

wow!! i hope he paints it like the painting

[Chaz]

Ho-Li-Shit! That's some awesome work...Nice to see stuff like this posted on the Hamb!

[ProtoTypeDesignFlauz]

The photos of this build, must be all computer generated. This new fangled computer imaging technology is so awesome, that ever the builder guy in the photo seems to look like a real person. Just plain unbelievable.


Just joking.... As said before - WOW !

I just can not believe, the workmanship on the items pictured.

[ST. 515]

We need more info on the Yoder. He is a Metal God!
Awesome work!

-Saint

[kennedy]

WOW!! Incredible!

[Limey Steve]

That is amazing with a capital ZING !!!
I love that Weez art we have it in our bedroom , very cool , just seeing the aluminum body over that steel skeleton frame is awesome.
Keep us updated , that is one very talented geezer .

[Littleman]

Great stuff !......Thanks for posting....Littleman

[bonesy]

Its posts like this that keep me going. Wow!

[Evel]

Love that truck!! a good choice of weesner car... I would love to clone all the weesner cars.. and maybe even a clone of Wessner himself..but maybe a bit taller..

But ya this is going to get good,,, Damm theres some good cars being build latly..

Can't wait to follow it...

[temper_mental]

Man I would kill for that acorn table. Wonderful work

[Hot Rods Ta Hell]

Incredible! Thanks for sharing.

Maybe he can do a step by step how to of the Yoder build for tech week!

Has Weesner seen this???!!!

[193257]

Originally Posted by Hot Rods Ta Hell

Incredible! Thanks for sharing.

Maybe he can do a step by step how to of the Yoder build for tech week!

Has Weesner seen this???!!!

Originally Posted by ST. 515

We need more info on the Yoder. He is a Metal God!
Awesome work!

-Saint

As far as I know the weez hasn't seen this.

I would rather check with him before I post his name and company name. He works for him self by him self. I mean really! Stevie Wonder could see this guys got talent. He hopes to have it mostly done by the street rod nats. If you see it you really need to check it out.

[Road_Rage_Rube]

fuck its 6:30am couldn't sleep the whole nite, because I wanna see more pics!!!!
please post more pics

[DRUGASM]

thats bad ass

[Dr.Theo]

Amazing

[193257]

Here is just a couple of pics when it was together before he blew it apart.

[sgtlethargic]

Originally Posted by ratster

wow!! i hope he paints it like the painting

Polished aluminum.

[Throttle Merchants]

nice nice nice

[The Fidgiter]

The fabrication is amazing!!!! But the pre-paint pictures....that thing is spot on! Incredible work.

[LarzBahrs]

i WANT HIS TALENT!!!!!!

[BarryA]

I think WOW just about covers it!!

Originally Posted by 193257

...... Jimmy was working on a handbuilt Hot Rod but decided it was going to take to long to finish ......

Didn't have enough time, so he goes ahead and builds another handbuilt hotrod.......any chance we can get to see the other one?

Barry

[Zombie Hot Rod]

Awesome idea, and you picked a great artist as a source of inspiration.

[Road_Rage_Rube]

wow!!! my eyeballs just popped out!! its just perfect!!!!! great work!

[cactus1]

Damn!!

[K.S.K]

Man thats one kool hauler!!!!
I think there should more Weesner and other artist rides out there.

[stude_trucks]

What the hell. To say he has talent is a bit of an understatement. Did he do all the sheet metal on the truck from scratch? Did he do any drawings first or just make it up as he went? That guy is unbelievable. Please don't tell me he is going to make the motor and trans. from scratch too.

[cruiserbuddy]

This man is a son of a gun! Hell! Thats quality.........

[furyIIIkid]

Thats awesome..

[KreaturesCCaustin]

He's really good, but could he make a clone of my avatar? Haha. Just kidding. That really is some amazing work!!!

[mckustoms]

I love it! Very cool stuff......

[LabRat]

Really NICE work , Thankyou for sharing your friends talents ...

[James D]

Damn!

[X38]

Stunning work and a beautiful outcome. Thanks for the update.

[charliek]

Amazing

[unkledaddy]

aysm??

[193257]

Originally Posted by ratster

wow!! i hope he paints it like the painting

His plan is no paint for now. Primimg the steel because we live in humid Missouri

Originally Posted by The Fidgiter

The fabrication is amazing!!!! But the pre-paint pictures....that thing is spot on! Incredible work.

Sorry no paint

Originally Posted by BarryA

I think WOW just about covers it!!




Didn't have enough time, so he goes ahead and builds another handbuilt hotrod.......any chance we can get to see the other one?

Barry

I'll will get some pics of his other hot rod build. He has the frame about done but has not started on the body. He has a full size drawing on the wall and I'll get a pic of that and the frame

Originally Posted by stude_trucks

What the hell. To say he has talent is a bit of an understatement. Did he do all the sheet metal on the truck from scratch? Did he do any drawings first or just make it up as he went? That guy is unbelievable. Please don't tell me he is going to make the motor and trans. from scratch too.

Yes he did all sheet metal from scratch. He did take some measurments from a Model A coupe. Other than that he did it pretty much from scratch other than trying to follow the picture of Keith's art.
No he's not making the motor and trans. It's 265 or 283 (can't remember)early small block. He did make the headers though and picking them up from the chrome plater today.
He's not a HAMBER because he doesn't have time. He works his business during the day and does this of an evening.
When I took the pics yesterday I told him it's gonna be close to making the Nats. He said I've still got 25 days. When he works usually his shirt tail doesn't hit his butt. He gets alot done in a short time. Rick

[hershambob]

wow from me also

[Cshabang]

HOLY SHIT...amazing!!!

[Homemade44]

That is just perfect, the detail work is amazing. I would love to be able to make one like that to match my truck. Make it to fit you. Nice clean shop also. Thanks for posting the update and hope to see more.

[I SMELL SMOKE]

that is freaking awesome workmanship !!!!!!!!!!!!

[Billet]

Well look at the hands and brains on Jimmy!
Holy Balls man- that's it.... genius at work signs should keep mere mortals back at a safe distance- Great work
Good Luck

[SuperFleye]

wow!!

[ChassisResearchKid]

Mind blowing!!!!!!!

[fuel10922]

Great work. I hope he makes the dead line. I would love to see it cruising the nats.

[Bass]

Really really nice!

I think it would be even better painted like the Weezner artwork, but I can also understand not wanting to paint all that bitchin' aluminum work.

Top notch stuff.

[touchdowntodd]

unbelievable... seriously....

[Pat Pryor]

Keith Weesner's a tool

[CTFuzz]

that is art..............................

[60'shotrod]

Holt Shit, STUNNING Workmanship!

Nick.

[gnichols]

Don't ha just hate guys with talent like this? This should be the kind of car that wins the Ridler, eh? Gary

[retroridesbyrich]

Wow!

[solid]

Simply beautiful...i say go all the way with paint, and the white insert. Weesner rules, and so does that truck!!! Can hardley wait to see it done.

[publicenemy1925]

Impressive! (The only word I could think of and it doesn't do his work justice!)

[Tman]

Very nice, you are fortunate to have such a talented pal.

Like Zach said, what Yoder parts does he sell?!

[Okie Pete]

Awsome skills. Hope you are able to soak up some of his talent.

[fab32]

Your friend wouldn't happen to be Jim Hervatin would it? If so, he is indeed an amazing fellow. He built that double ended Yoder by himself incorproating many improvements along the way. I'll not post his contact information as per your statement about getting his approval first.
All of us have made some simple tool or modified one for a particular job but how many have started from scratch and build a machine that can rival this one.
Be sure to keep this thread going and updated. Like others, I'm sitting on the edge of my seat to get more details.

Frank

[Ned_Gob]

I love the inner structure ( Oh hell, I love the whole thing !)

[metalman]

Wow is right, that's some seriously good stuff. Think I'll change my name from Metalman to Wanna-be.

[pan-dragger]

awsome

[Gigantor]

Holy crap that is slick as snot ... to have access to those tools and that talent... jealous.
I understand not wanting to paint, but has anyone ever considered anodizing the aluminum with a nice green? It would look fantastic and REALLY show off the metalwork to boot... I just don't know how cost effective it would be, but that's what I'm thinking.

[Kevin S]

Very impressive...The shop and the build quality are amazing.

[PeteMattersen]

holy shit that is awesome.

[rat bastad]

A M A Z I N G !!

Craftsmanship on the car, AND the tools used to build it.

Very humbling indeed.

Rat

[moter]

Subscribed! Great work!!

[oddrodgarage]

Just absolutely amazing...that guy is a ruler...every single pic shows amazing workmanship...please keep us updated...

[Carbs & Chrome]

<---- speechless

[shadowmtkustomz]

Amazing. I wish I could have been there just to watch him work. I can't even imagine where to start on something like this. Wow is an understatement.

[Old-Soul]

... wow.

[marioD]

That is absolutely amazing.........

Don't you dare to not keep us informed with the latest progress on the project!

Mario


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http://www.speedlook.de

[Jeem]

The HAMB is cool, but these threads are RARE!

Awesome SKILL (TALENT implies a natural GIFT), great concept. I love the idea of an aluminum skinned trad. Ford body.....cool!!

[FRENCHBLUE72]

Holy shit man that is killer...

[Abomination]

Holy moly!

[GEBHARD]

...................awsome!

[Dreddybear]

Originally Posted by Jeem

The HAMB is cool, but these threads are RARE!

Awesome SKILL (TALENT implies a natural GIFT), great concept. I love the idea of an aluminum skinned trad. Ford body.....cool!!

I agree. Amazing work, great inspiration, and a bitchin result. More build threads PLEASE!!

[Malcolm]

Unbelievable!

Thanks for posting this and in advance for keeping us up-to-date!





Malcolm

[Hot Rod Ron]

Please more updates. More info on the yoder as well please.

[last g-man]

.......does he have children? I'm available for adoption.

[DIRTYBIRD]

amazing work!!!

[-Brent-]

This guy rules! Will this truck get driven? Registered? What does his business do? Amazing tools completely complimented by awesome "vision" and talent. What a compliment to Weesner, as well.

[seesko]

Originally Posted by sgtlethargic

Polished aluminum.

Anodized green. Amazing work. The guy truely is a genius.
What about the hot babe that's in the print?
I have that print hanging in my office at work. I'll never look at it the same way again.
thanks for the great thread and updates.

[voneyeball]

Incredible.

Please paint it. Build photos will serve to show it unfinished (which is what a bare metal car is).

If this man does not do this full time, he should reconsider.

[Thorkle Rod]

That's Nifty

[Alberta Bud]

I think your friend Jimmy is amazingly talented.I'd like to see a story on his work.It is not just average workmanship,and would be of interest to so many.I for one want to see more.So often the most deserving get the least praise.

[gr8ness13]

I think everyone else has said it but WOW.... that is amazing work.....Truly talented...

[russellmn]

Damned .gov computers... CAN'T SEE THE PICS!!! > Subscribing so I can see what all the fuss is about when I get home tonight!

[AD]

HOLY HELL thats some NICE stuff

[Silent_Orchestra]

HOLY FUCKING SHIT!!!!! That truck is very very very sweet....I love it long time...

[xderelict]

[rc.grimes]

I was somewhat distracted when I first saw the post by the huge White Castle banner. The hand built Yoder is cool but I want the banner.
I figured Brookville body with a really impressive inner structure but after re-reading all the data I'm really impressed. Forming the body from scratch with that perfect of a finished result is amazing. Alot of companies have tried to fab bodies and failed miserably due to poor finished product.
What kind of time frame did it take him to fab the body?

[attitudor]

nice.

[captainjunk#2]

that truck is beautiful i will definately keep following this build and hope for more photos , id also like a kit to replicate that cool little bed onto my 34 , p/u

[hudsoncustom]

Originally Posted by 193257

Here is just a couple of pics when it was together before he blew it apart.

nice.

[hotrod40coupe]

That is an amazing piece of workmanship.

[milwscruffy]

This rivals sex !!!

[Babyearl]

Originally Posted by milwscruffy

This rivals sex !!!

What do you mean "rivals" sex? THIS IS SEX.

[charliek]

Originally Posted by Babyearl

What do you mean "rivals" sex? THIS IS SEX.

What he said!

[milwscruffy]

Originally Posted by charliek

what he said!

from what i remember you could be right.

[50Fraud]

Remarkable. Please keep us up to date.

[jlow]

wow art coming to life before our eyes great work and craftsman ship keep it up ...

[KUZTOM]

Very nice tidy work, the table ?, some one said 'Acorn' ,what are these? ,do they have some sort of vaccume system etc

[pompadour]

Good god!

[jim-fink]

I'm in love <3

[Lone Star Mopar]

We need more of this kind of stuff here, This rules.

[hotrodihc]

love it

[dirtbag13]

outstanding work , can't wait to see more

[JeffreyJames]

What a great place to find inspiration. Lovin' that truck!!!

[Burny]

Awesome! looking forward to seeing it progress.

[Toner283]

Spectacular! We need more pics.......

[193257]

Originally Posted by -Brent-

This guy rules! Will this truck get driven? Registered? What does his business do? Amazing tools completely complimented by awesome "vision" and talent. What a compliment to Weesner, as well.

Oh yes I'm sure it will get driven and registered.
As far as his business he does a lot of prototype work for different companies. Usually nothing to do with metal forming though. He is also very talented at buying, rebuilding and refurbishing his own tools. You can hardly get around his shop for all the tools. His tools and everything else that compliments his tools he has made would make a thread of its own. You would be suprised .

Originally Posted by rc.grimes

I was somewhat distracted when I first saw the post by the huge White Castle banner. The hand built Yoder is cool but I want the banner.
I figured Brookville body with a really impressive inner structure but after re-reading all the data I'm really impressed. Forming the body from scratch with that perfect of a finished result is amazing. Alot of companies have tried to fab bodies and failed miserably due to poor finished product.
What kind of time frame did it take him to fab the body?

He's only been working on it about 8-10- months

Originally Posted by Tman

Very nice, you are fortunate to have such a talented pal.

Like Zach said, what Yoder parts does he sell?!

Yes I am very lucky. Not only is he talented he is a good guy. He would not post anything like this for himself because he is to modest. As far as the Yoder parts I'm not sure what all he sells. I know he has some pillow blocks that holds the dies and the rotating rods that make it go up and down.

Originally Posted by KUZTOM

Very nice tidy work, the table ?, some one said 'Acorn' ,what are these? ,do they have some sort of vaccume system etc

Mostly just a jig table. He actually had two tables and put them together to make one big enough to use for his frame jig table. This one does not have a vacume system. It also used as a stake table when you T dollies on it.
Here's a few more pics I didn't post earlier. Some during the build and just some parts.

[gnichols]

Thanx for the additional pix... any of the inside of the bed / rear chassis? Gary

[Kustom Linez]

That's awesome! I subscribed.

[Gepetto]

wow!!!!

[fastrnu]

And to think I'm still building with my "Bronson Rock"

WOW

[Buzznut]

That's mind blowing, or numbing...I'm not sure. Wish I had 1/10th that talent. Can't wait to see it completed...until then, more progress pics as you get them please.

[Drewfus]

like everyone else, love it, BUT.....if the weez drew it in colour, then I'd love to see it in colour, otherwise its not the full deal....colour is a big part of 'the look', he's nailed everything else....awesome job.

Cheers,

Drewfus

[joeybsyc]

insane!

[claymore]

BEAUTIFUL Everything, the car, his garage, and tools.

[weez]

WOW! That definitely made my day! Amazing, for several reasons. I can't believe he MADE a '30-'31 cab! And that he's doing that truck, and that he's doing it that well! I'm honored and impressed. Can't wait to see more!

Keith

PS. The girl might be harder to match, the auditions will have to be extensive.

[SinisterCustom]

Kick ass build!!!! That's one of my favorite Weesner prints too!!! Love that truck!
My next build is going to be heavily based off of Weesner's STYLE.

[seesko]

Weezner! You are my ideel. You are such a good drawer.

[wlspdshop]

......

[Daddyfink]

Wow, I mean just Wow!

[James66g]

Poor guy should have just had weesner draw a car he already had!! Woulda been so much easier!

[Taylor Street Rods]

Man, that's awesome!!

[DirtyThirty]

Jesus!!!! Even your tape is perfectly clean...I can practically smell the "just cut" fragrance from the wood chock blocks...
Holy Hell!
I feel like more of a mess than ever....

UN-FREAKIN-BELIEVABLE....
Nice work is an understatement...

[Chuckles Garage]

Does Jesus own that shop? cause it looks like heaven.


wow.

[38zephyr]

Holy smokes ! Nice work !

[doctorZ]

be easy one you!? really?!?!!?!? that work is incredible!

[buzz bomb]

HOLY CRAP!!! The bar has just been raised yet again!!! This guy is a full on ruller!!!

Buzz

[kiwipackard]

oh fark yeah! im dribbling on the keyboard.

[redlinetoys]

One of my favorite Weesner prints brought to life in an amazing manner. Too cool for words...

Can't wait to see it 100%.

[DMFB]

Originally Posted by Kail

that is tool and aluminum porn

HAHA! Yeah,what he said!

[Stone]

Wow this is an awesome build.

[Candy-Man]

One of the most talented fellows around who deserves more credit than one may offer. Great pic's and thanks for posting.

P.S.: When a person is building a rod of this calibre, no one may offer advice as to whether it should be painted or not...... If you want it in color, maybe you should "attempt" to match this build.......

[Hot Turkey]

Oh my!

[AstroZombie]

That is mindblowing!!!


Ryan, feature perhaps??!!!!

[Verne]

Can't really be overstated how cool this build is, inspirational work, that's a hell of alot of talent you got Jimmy.

Emerald Tide, I have that print up in my office, I look it everyday. How bitchin' it is to see that little hot rod pick-up come to life.

Weesner's artwork has inspired many a hot rod and bike to be built, his talent and style stand alone.

This is one thread that will be worth following, thanks 193257.



Not meaning to start drama on this thread and no need for any comments except by Pat Pryor but I'm curious to know exactly what was meant by this post?

Originally Posted by Pat Pryor

Keith Weesner's a tool

[PSYCHOSOLID]

Killer job .This is going to be one sick rod.

[Devilrod]

Awesome is an understatement! I wish I had a tenth of his skill!!!!

[hotrodladycrusr]

WOW, I'm in love.......is he married??

Rick, Thanks for sending me the link bud. I owe you one!

[Bert]

Nailed it..................Bert

[thayer]

unreal! great work

[banjorear]

I'm not going to add much but, this is truly unreal.

Anyone have suggestions to help me not feel like such a f-ing failure with my build after seeing this thing? God damn that this going to be awesome.

[21tat]

Excellent. Can't wait to see what's next.

[James66g]

The dude built his own yoder......seriously guys I think very few of us can match that level of freakin awesome. Cant find the exact model vehicle you want to build well just buy sheet stock and pound it till it looks like the one you want only its the one some other guy drew so you cant really use all the dimensions of the original.... seriously!? This guy is for sure a ruler!

[53chevy]

Awesome!!!!to say the least. Not sure what's happening with "Cherry Pie", but this is crazy coooolll!!!Thanks for sharing.......where can I sign up for one of his (Jimmy) classes?!?!


Ken

[VA HAMB]

Awesome workmanship. I can't wait to see it finished....with paint.

[_charles_]

Beautiful....but I have a question...

Who makes the wire wheels in the background? they would look awesome on my '51 Cadillac Convertible

[K13]

Crazy cool!

[Crey]

Wow.

[1- shot slinger]

Yep...definitely nailed it! Looks exactly like a Weesner painting...great work!

[193257]

Originally Posted by gnichols

Thanx for the additional pix... any of the inside of the bed / rear chassis? Gary

Sorry dont have any of the inside of the bed or rear chassis right now but I will get some

Originally Posted by hotrodladycrusr

WOW, I'm in love.......is he married??

Rick, Thanks for sending me the link bud. I owe you one!

Sorry Denise Yes he's married and has one son.

Originally Posted by weez

WOW! That definitely made my day! Amazing, for several reasons. I can't believe he MADE a '30-'31 cab! And that he's doing that truck, and that he's doing it that well! I'm honored and impressed. Can't wait to see more!

Keith

PS. The girl might be harder to match, the auditions will have to be extensive.

Keith I don't know who's honored more! you or him. Talked to Jimmy last night and he was very happy with the response about this thread

Originally Posted by _charles_

Beautiful....but I have a question...

Who makes the wire wheels in the background? they would look awesome on my '51 Cadillac Convertible

OK That wire wheel is made by wheel vintique I believe. That wheel is actually on the chassis of his other hand built project. You ought to see that chassis. You talk about impressive..That chassis belongs to the project that he stopped on because he thought it was taking to long so he started on this truck. There is a full scale drawing on the wall I will get a pic of for the chassis and body for the first project.






I talked to Jimmy last night and he was overwhellmed by the responses about his project. He said he's going full bore and try to get it done for the Street Rod Nationals. I'll deep everyone updated..... Rick

[Granger Perry]

DOH! I was going to go to the Nats, but decided to work instead. If I didn't need the money I'd really be kicking myself for not going now.

[jmcglynn]

That's gotta be Jimmy Hervatin -- I met him when I lived in St. Louis and he was working out of his parent's garage. It was a 3 car deal, he'd made one bay into a paint booth and the other two were set up with sheetmetal equipment. He'd just hooked up a 3/8" pneumatic wrench too drive his bead roller, I had him roll some beads in a set of floors I was making for my '49 chevy.

He was totally laid back, no giant ego or anything.

Cool to see what he's up to these days!

Joe

[JohnJoyo]

awesome! You should be very proud.

[Sparkswillfly]

First class!

[oldgoaly]

Rick, How in "bleeeep" does he keep his shop and "grounds" so perfect???? and get any work done???? I've wanted to stop and visit but there probably is more dirt in my mustache than his shop......Thanks for posting! tt
Joe what years did you live in the Loo???

[autobilly]

Originally Posted by banjorear

I'm not going to add much but, this is truly unreal.
Anyone have suggestions to help me not feel like such a f-ing failure...

Just what I was thinking Banjo, but we can't all be Gods. Although we can try.
Inspirational!

[milwscruffy]

This thread is a perfect example of : Those that don't know have to let everyone know how good they are............ And yet those that truly know sit back, shut up and let everyone admire. My hats off to Jimmy in more ways than one.

[Scotch]

Thanks for the reminder of how bad I really suck.

Amazing stuff- from the classic Weez art to the impeccable craftsmanship. This right here is what it's all about.

[THEKID49]

that is some beautiful work.

[Sphynx]

Can I have one ? Man that guy is an artist props to him!

[kustomkat]

I am speechless. I only wish I had a shred of ths guys talent...

Originally Posted by Pat Pryor

Keith Weesner's a tool

Verne, I was kinda wondering that as well. My guess is jealousy...

[vents]

Hey Rick ,"Vents" Baker here Lou Noble and i were at Jimmies today to check out his progress on the truck. Louie was blown away and left shaking his head and babbling incoherently, I've decided to sell all my stuff and take a job as a mop boy in a porno theatre because i don't think i have enough years left to get to jimmys skill level. When he gets to the nationals he's gonna be busy!

[Strange Agent]

Really cool truck, and a damn fine shop as well.

[heatmiser]

Originally Posted by James66g

Poor guy should have just had weesner draw a car he already had!! Woulda been so much easier!

funny shit right there.... but this is much cooler to see!

[Cruisin']

Awesome work! Truely inspirational!

[35mastr]

Now that is one hell of a craftsman. That is some real serious talant that he has.

There are not many people in this world that can turn out work like that.

[glenn33]

Can't wait to see more....

[oldrodder43]

Yeah, ain't enuff WOWs to do it justice. Don't it make ya sick for one person to be so talented??? Man, I will have to give up on my Essex and sweep floors or some such! What incredible work, incredible ability. WOW Perley

[193257]

Okay boys and girls!!!



Here's the latest since last night. Jimmy has been working feverishly this week. He has gotten the frame cleared and started putting it back together. He said he wasn't really finished grinding but he had to move on to make the nats. He also has put most of the body panels back on and is looking very good. This week he hopes to get the motor in and maybe most of the frame together. The way this guy works I'm sure he will get alot done. Here's some pics for this weeks progress. Man this is some kind of eye candy. Enjoy!!!






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[193257]

forgot one pic.

[60'shotrod]

STUNNING Man , just Fucking stunning!

Nick.

[billylo]

Top notch. Nuff said.

[sinticket]

My pants just became wet!!!!

[menacekustoms]

That gave me a hard on, no joke!

[Louver Dude]

This post gets my vote for the "best post of the year " This is the kind of post that got me addicted to the HAMB in the first place ! RIGHT ON, Greeat Work Thanks for posting it !

[bonesy]

This is nice. After reading a bunch of "drama posts" I was just thinking why do I even bother here anymore. Then this just reconfirms the beauty of the site.

[HEMI32]

Wow! ... How did I miss this thread?

193257 ... thanks for sharing your friend Jimmy's talents ... weez's "Emerald Tide" has always been one of my favorites ... it's great to see it come to life!

[193257]

Just left Jimmys and here's a couple of new pics

This afternoon he masked off the body and is putting Lizard skin on the inside of the body



Here is the block ground smooth and getting ready to put the intake on.



A pic of the front crossmember waiting on the motor

[LabRat]

So fine .... Thanks for the update !

[jlow]

wow that is awsome looking ...love the look of a smoothend out bare metal motor

[Skrap metal]

now thats what i call fabrication skills!!!
this guy truly separates the men from the boys.

[poorboy]

Pretty amazing stuff!

[Punko]

I want one!

[PRIMERDAVE]

Holy Build thread Batman!!!!...this build thread should win tech week...for the rest of the year....hell the rest of the dacade

[Big Nick]

The work is outstanding!

[Daddyfink]

Too much!

Thanks for the updates!

[Hot Rod Bob]

Mind blowing!!!!!

[chevy69]

wow im in awe wish i could do stuff like that but would never have the patience

[RAZIN CAIN]

Can't wait to see this truck at the NATS!!!!

[oddrodgarage]

Every time I check in on this thread I am blown away by the mad skills on display...just awesome...I am excited to see the finished product but will be sad when this build is over

[cleatus]

Originally Posted by 193257

Fast forward to about 8-10 months ago. Jimmy was working on a handbuilt Hot Rod but decided it was going to take to long to finish and he wanted something to take to the Street Rod Nationals this year.

I don't get it. So he decides there is not enough time to finish that project, and instead he's able to knock out this scratch built aluminum body and incredibly detailed build in less time?

Makes me wonder how amazing that other build must be if this took less time than that one would.

Killer craftsmanship anyway you look at it.

[Deu55]

Kool truck.....what else can I say..

[68Caddy]

that is so cool!

[baby loves chrome]

love it what else is there to say!!!!!

more updates, Please.

[roland cad 500]

This makes me wish i was rich. Then i could take a year off work, to scrub his floors and just watch him at work.

Thanks for posting such a great thread. It is truely awesome.

Big thumbs up from me.

Hope he makes the deadline. Looks like he is well on the way, for sure.

[Shrapnel]

Simply I N C R E D I B L E .

Cheers for the Thread and Posting all the Pic's and Info .

Shrapnel

[baby loves chrome]

Where will you be at when you get to SRNats?

Got to see this.......Don't want to miss it.

[milwscruffy]

need more updates !!!!!

[Smokin28]

Wow - amazing!

[Django]

Bitchin!

[193257]

OK Here's the latest as of yesterday. 7/25/09. jimmy's making progress. The motor is mostly put together and in the truck. Hi picked up the headers from the platers and are on. You really need to look at the headers. There are no welds showing and look exactly like the drawing from Mr. Weesner. Jimmy built the headers and polished them himself before he took them to the chrome platers. They looked like they were plated before he had them plated. That's how nice he had them. The plater was impressed!!!





The cab is sitting on the frame for the last time.





Here is a pic of the gas tank on the left and the battery box on the right sitting inside the frame rails



Jimmy wanted to set the bed on there for a trial fit while I was there and it looks good. He wasn't quite ready to put it on for the final time so we took it back off.






He is putting the Q/C together for the last time and then under the truck.



Just a shot of the headers on the motor.



Just a few general shots in his shop. Maybe I'll do a thread sometime of his tooing. He said it's too messy now. Ha.











He's making progress but has a lot to do. He said he's got about 11 or 12 days to go. It may not be completly done but will be at the nats for sure... ENJOY

[milwscruffy]

Thanks for the update and keep the coffee hot and flowing, looks to be some long days ahead.

[R. Seghi]

HOLY DOG NUTS BATMAN !!! this guy sleeps with more talent then I will EVER have.

[baby loves chrome]

Thanks for the great picture of this cool build.
We love the new updates and keep em coming, can't wait for more.

[Jigger]

This looks so good in bare metal alone. What skills!
Does it come with a leopard skin clad beauty in the bed too???

[dana barlow]

Looks smoken just super work there!
Bear metal looks great building but sure hope it gets paint later.

[strike a poser]

Oh yea I'd be embarassed about the shop also, what a shit hole! JK. No wonder he can make up that kind of stuff, that shop is what dreams are made of. His skills are off the hook too! Keep the pics comming.

[langy]

The only word i can think of is impressive

[60'shotrod]

It just gets BETTER if thats possible!

Nick.

[PeteMattersen]

unbelievable

[brandonwillis]

definatly do a thread on the tooling, if you already haven't, the shop is incredible. So many tools i wish i could afford to buy or build. some day maybe. But id definatly like to see more pictures of his tooling.

[SakowskiMotors]

I am inspired to get off the couch and get working on my car and the shop.
wil
www.sakowskimotors.com

[Rustys Rod & gun]

this is what the hamb is about.No bitchin' and complanin' or " OT"shit.Keep it coming and thank for the post from north of the border!

[Trashed & Hammered]

That's no Garage... That's an Industrial HOSPITAL!!
You can't go wrong with your caliber skills and the tooling to match!!!!
I love the sheet storage pallets above the blue brake shear ..I've never seen that.
Go Man Go!!!

[Mench]

A man after my own...White Castle sign..love them belly bombers!!..also what workmanship...outstanding!!

Mench

[awbcrazy]

thanks for the update, it's well worth looking at! that shop is just WOW!

[193257]

Originally Posted by Trashed & Hammered

That's no Garage... That's an Industrial HOSPITAL!!
You can't go wrong with your caliber skills and the tooling to match!!!!
I love the sheet storage pallets above the blue brake shear ..I've never seen that.
Go Man Go!!!

Good eye!!! Didn't know if any body would pick up on that. He made the sheet storage racks. You cant see it from that pic but to the left of the forklift is a whole rack of sheet storage. He pulls out the rack he wants lowers it to the same level as the shear and unloads the material and shears what he needs and puts the rack back in line. He really used his head when he built the racks.

[fuxl]

Freaking awesome work!!
Got me the poster a couple weeks ago, and then I few days later I've seen this...
Really cool truck!!

[baby loves chrome]

keep the updates coming, can't wait to see more.
I am glad you have this on the H.A.M.B. for us to see.
Thanks,

[poorboy]

rad! killer shop too!

[193257]

OK As of sunday night Jimmy is still making progress but murphy's law has dealt Jimmy a fit (as usual). Don't have any pics as of right now but they are coming. He's still planning on leaving wensday morning and will be there sometime wensday afternoon. He's not sure if it will make it under its own power or not yet but is bustin his butt to make it. He said it will be there one way or the other. Stay tuned and I will post pics as soon as I get them from Jimmy. (I'm out of town but he said he would email me some pics.) Thanks Rick

[baby loves chrome]

Thanks for the update. We've been waiting to hear something on the build.
We can't wait to see more pictures too.
Do you know where the truck will be at? What area?
Can't miss this one! Got to see the truck!!!!!!
Keep it coming.......

[Saxon]

Wow!

[marioD]

Absolutely amazing !

shop / work

Thanks for the pics but i need more.......

Mario

[corn boy]

I've studied that painting. The exhaust pipes are one of the coolest parts of the painting. Looks like you nailed it, yours are equally awesome, nice to see 'em in real chrome .
-Gary

[193257]

Don't know what area the truck will be in. He said he might have to bring it in on a trailer if it's not running. If he does he might have to bring it to the Hot Rod repair area just to get it in the door. Depends on how much of a stickler they will be.

Originally Posted by baby loves chrome

Thanks for the update. We've been waiting to hear something on the build.
We can't wait to see more pictures too.
Do you know where the truck will be at? What area?
Can't miss this one! Got to see the truck!!!!!!
Keep it coming.......

[Keep]

That is incredible workmanship. Makes me sad looking at what I have done.

Keep us posted!

[baby loves chrome]

Rick, thanks for the update. I can't wait to see this baby.
Please keep the info coming and send more pictures.

[bonez]

Every possible comment on this one has been posted already, i just wanted to add that there arent enuff wow or amazing to match the level of his skills. I might have seen a shop pull such a build w/ a joint effort of very talented staff, but one guy doin this n his own in less than a year is totally sci-fi, regardless of the subject, then beeing inspired by a weesner drawing sends it into orbit.....oh and BTW, i'd love to see it in green

[harrington]

First I want to thank 193257 for making this thread, second I want to thank Jimmy for acquiring the skill set to make work like this possible. I love to see builds like this, the skill involved is out of this world. Seeing this sort of work just brings up a million questions in my head. One day I hope I can muster 10% of the skills your friend Jimmy has obtained. This is some of the best work and probably one of the best shops I have seen as far as usability and the amount of tooling. Would love to be a fly on the wall in that shop for a couple of years.


Can't wait to see more pictures of this truck. Thanks for sharing.

[brady1929]

i have to agree with, WOW!

[FIFTY2]

Whats left to say?

Amazing!!!!!

[MindsEye]

I'm simply dumbfounded by the talent and work ethic he possesses. Incredibly inspiring work, and amazing shop! Thanks for posting this up.

[Psychoholic]

Absolutely incredible

[DeuceDog]

I am so impressed!!! Love the truck...love the art!
DD

[jim-fink]

this thread is like crack, no matter how hard you try to get off it you cant, and even when you do you have to come back for more.

this build is truly awe inspiring, i think every one here wants to someday have just a small amount of the skill he holds.

[bonesy]

Originally Posted by jim-fink

this thread is like crack, no matter how hard you try to get off it you cant, and even when you do you have to come back for more.

this build is truly awe inspiring, i think every one here wants to someday have just a small amount of the skill he holds.

Ha ha you're right. Every time I see it I have to reopen it praying for an update.

[193257]

Sorry about being a day late and a dollar short but here's the latest. Jimmy worked way into the night on Tuesday because he had to leave on wensday and he had not fired the motor yet. He got up early on Wensday and the guy that went through the motor came over to give him a hand. The guy you see in the first pic is the guy that went through the motor along with Jimmy and his son under the dash trying to finish the wiring enough to get it up on the trailer for now. Its not quite runing and driving material yet but it will be when he gets home from the NATS. He fires the motor @ 9:00 AM on Wensday and loads it on the trailer @ 9:30 AM.



On the trailer and ready to go




He made it to Louisville and into the show late wensday afternoon. Hope all of you get to see this piece of talent someday. It's worth the look. Enjoy.

[Clutched]

Awesome.

[fuxl]

Cool, can't wait to see some pics from the show!!
Amazing, on this last picture it just looks like on the painting - I love it!!

[DirtyDan]

Seen it at the nats today... very impressive!

[autobilly]

Superb!

[kool32]

Pictures takes at NSRA Saturday:

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...d.php?t=387411

[193257]

I'll try and post some better pics when I get home and Jimmy gets home.

[60'shotrod]

I'll look forward to the latest pictures!

Nick.

[mtlcutter]

HOLY SHIT!!!!! That is some of the nicest metal work i have seen in a while. This truck kicks butt and is an inspiration to us all. Can you say TITS!!!

[Plowboy]

Cool! Glad to see Jimmy working on something like that.

Tell him that Aaron up in Illinois says "Hi". I haven't seen him in a while....

[NITROFC]

[jim-fink]

thats perfect

[60'shotrod]

I'm in LOVE, but don't tell my wife!!!!!

Nick.

[SOCAL PETE]

Truly Amazing.

[mtlcutter]

I can't stop looking.... This shit gets better by the second. I would cream my jeans if I got to see this in person.

[Farmer]

that truck is badass

[fuel10922]

Originally Posted by Farmer

that truck is badass

You said it!

[193257]

OK Here's the latest. Jimmy got home from the Nats and emailed me this letter. It's his own words I just copied and pasted it.


Hello to all on the HAMB. Been a little busy here. This is the first time I have had a chance to respond to this tread. First I would like to say a great big thank you to Rick for doing this thread. It was totally his idea. And boy has he done a great job or what.
Also I would like to thank the Wes for the great picture he created. His art work is just killer stuff. I would have never built a truck like this had I not seen that print of Emerald Tide.

To some of the guys who said that must be Jimmy they were right. My name is Jimmy Hervatin. To all you guys and gals that left comments. I would like say thank you. I am as a amazed at the comments as you guys are at how I built the truck. Well I did make the NATS. The truck did run and I was able to drive it on and off the trailer. But that was it. The last two weeks thing didn't go quite like I had planned. Had hope to get the truck totally drivable but that didn't happen. So that's why I wasn't cruising. The next shows I am planning on going to, is the Frog Follies in Evansville and then Kansas City Goodguys. To the question am I going to paint the truck the answer is yes. I am planning on doing it over the winter and have the truck all done for spring. I will help to keep the pictures coming so you can see updates till its all done. Thanks again Jimmy the metalman

[rodncustom]

Fantastic! Jimmy should join the HAMB...but I see why he doesn't...he doesn't have time.

Originally Posted by 193257

OK Here's the latest. Jimmy got home from the Nats and emailed me this letter. It's his own words I just copied and pasted it.


Hello to all on the HAMB. Been a little busy here. This is the first time I have had a chance to respond to this tread. First I would like to say a great big thank you to Rick for doing this thread. It was totally his idea. And boy has he done a great job or what.
Also I would like to thank the Wes for the great picture he created. His art work is just killer stuff. I would have never built a truck like this had I not seen that print of Emerald Tide.

To some of the guys who said that must be Jimmy they were right. My name is Jimmy Hervatin. To all you guys and gals that left comments. I would like say thank you. I am as a amazed at the comments as you guys are at how I built the truck. Well I did make the NATS. The truck did run and I was able to drive it on and off the trailer. But that was it. The last two weeks thing didn't go quite like I had planned. Had hope to get the truck totally drivable but that didn't happen. So that's why I wasn't cruising. The next shows I am planning on going to, is the Frog Follies in Evansville and then Kansas City Goodguys. To the question am I going to paint the truck the answer is yes. I am planning on doing it over the winter and have the truck all done for spring. I will help to keep the pictures coming so you can see updates till its all done. Thanks again Jimmy the metalman

[hotflint]

incredible

[30modelA5]

Seen this truck at the nats over the weekend and the only thing that came to my mind was...WOW!..Amazing craftmenship..cant wait to see more pics!

[chaos10meter]

Originally Posted by Keep

That is incredible workmanship. Makes me sad looking at what I have done.

Keep us posted!

I know what you mean , I just went out and beat the shit out of my Merc. , the ugly bitch !

[RAZIN CAIN]

Holy crap this truck was awesome!!Seen this truck at the NATS, I believe this truck will mark a moment in the hot rod history books!!

[baby loves chrome]

Any one else have new pictures?

[193257]

I'll try and post some when i get home.

[Randy Ferguson]

I had a chance to look Jimmy's truck over today during the Frog Follies. As a fellow sheet metal shaper, I can appreciate the time and effort he put forth in building this work of art. This is without doubt one of the highest quality scratch built vehicles I have seen.
Very inspirational.

[Torque-Tube]

This build should have been VideoTaped for a cable TV series. I'll volunteer to Tape whatever he does next.

[lorodz]

beautiful ....

[Stick Shift]

Here are the pics I took at the Nats of it. Totally awesome lil truck. It looks like he hit it on the nose while looking at Weez's art. I loved it.

[baby loves chrome]

stick shift,

I like to say Thanks for the great pictures of that truck.
I can't believe it.

[ryno]

amazing.
awesome attention to detail.

[RGV OldCars]

got to see this truck at Nats and have to say it was amongst the best there. was there when it rolled in on trailer for registration and couldn't get away from walking around it over and over admiring the craftsmanship. pictures don't hardly do it justice.

[Circus Bear]

Amazing work.

[oneshotkustoms]

amazing work !!

[evilone0528]

Originally Posted by Randy Ferguson

I had a chance to look Jimmy's truck over today during the Frog Follies. As a fellow sheet metal shaper, I can appreciate the time and effort he put forth in building this work of art. This is without doubt one of the highest quality scratch built vehicles I have seen.
Very inspirational.

We need a thread showing off some of your stuff Randy!

[menacekustoms]

I love this little truck. I stopped by Weesner's booth at the Primer Nats, lot's of creative fodder for some more art into metal transformations.

[Randy Ferguson]

We need a thread showing off some of your stuff Randy!

Why???

[Pinstriper40]

Any updates? I'm in the shock and awe phase now... awwwwwwwww.....

[193257]

ok Finally got some new pics. Since most everyone has seen the truck together I thought I would give you some pics of how he is making some of the final pieces. Enjoy

Here is a rough casting for his air cleaners. He made the mold and then had them cast.



Here he is doing the lathe work on the Air cleaners



Her he is doming the top for the Air Cleaner




Finished product




He is making the bed boards out of 16 ga steel and will paint them white



Using stainless bed strips in between the metal boards



Here he is welding the outside trim together for the grill. He formed them then welded them and then polished them and had it plated






Here's the outside trim with the grill insert that he made on his lazer.



Here's the finished product with the 410 polished stainless bullets that all point straight forward. Because the grille has a V shape he had to machine each little bullet so they would point straight forward. Very time consuming. Not to shabby either.



Also just a little bit of info. He was picked at the KC goodguys show for one of the top 100 Street Rodder Turtle Wax online contest.

[rodncustom]

He is a magician!

[Gerg]

i can't believe i missed this thread!

Amazing work talent and attention to detail truly a great builder and fabricator!

[Rice n Beans Garage]

Just TOOOOO Bitchinn.................

[lorodz]

omg this guy is a tru craftman i wish i had a % of his talent..keep it up...art coming to life

[Royalshifter]

wow I can't wait to see it painted.

[blacktopbuddha]

Wow! This thread keeps getting better and better. Amazing work.

[LUCKYMOODY]

WTF? I just found this thread and I am dumbfounded! I have seen in the past,what I had thought to be true talent before, but Jimmy is absolutley the most amazing artist that I now know of.Thank you for letting us go for a little ride and see what is "Really" happening behind closed doors."We are not worthy!"

[Merkonic]

I love Weesners stuff,The truck looks great so far.When its done you should get a hot girl to pose with it just like in the art work!

[Don Moyer]

how did I miss this thread....incredible, the man must not sleep....

[oldgoaly]

Originally Posted by Royalshifter

wow I can't wait to see it painted.

Metalwork like that shouldn't be hidden by paint, maybe a translucent green/clearcoat would do TWeesner's artwork proud, but you could still see the metal thru the paint? tt

[ka-zoo]

That grille is BEYOND cool!

[CGkidd]

All I can say is DAMN. That truck is just plain awesome.

[uniquecoaches]

I too am amazed at the craftsmanship of this build. What is the chance that it will be at the Pileup? I would love to spend hours just gazing at this masterpiece in person.

[KCsledz]

Damnit! I am done with Hot Rods! The craftsmanship on this truck is incredibly outstanding. Can people stop raising the bar here! I am getting left in the dust.

I commend you effort. I think you just hit the top of my favorite list!

[SanDiegoJoe]

All that is missing is that girl in the bikini.

amazing talent!
- Joe

[hugh m]

Remember seeing this truck on one of the show reports. Just amazing. Wish I had his work ethic, not to mention skills. What is the income producing focus of the shop? Don't see that much tooling, including lazer equipment, in too many rod shops, 'cept maybe for shops like OCC or Jesse James, where TV is involved. Just nosey I guess. Congradulations and thanks.

[DYNODANNY]

Wow! that is very titties, I love Weesner's art work but to see an exact build of it thats bitchen. Dam!

[Jeem]

Wow, wow, wow......

[Nads]

Muy dig.

[Django]

Holy crap, that is one hell of an update!

[flt-blk]

Nice work on the truck and details, I really like the headers.

[60'shotrod]

That grille insert is just bloody fantastic!

Nick.

[Slim Pickens]

100% NUTS. Stunned and amazed. Thanks.

[decker]

on every level...

the man has his own laser for cutting tin amongst a zillion other things???

holy... wow... how many of you have a frickin' laser in your fab area?

[adding subscribe to this thread immediately]

[gafridge]

The craftsmanship is unbelievable,a true metal artist.Keep up the great work.

[193257]

Here's the info about the top 100 street rodder turtle wax online contest.

http://www.streetrodderweb.com/featu...kup/index.html


check it out.

[baby loves chrome]

Everyone is talking about the HHCP coming up in Oct.
I've never been before, any info please?

Would this Hot Rod truck get in?

[uniquecoaches]

Hell yeah that truck would get in and Weesner will probably be there. The Chrome Czars have a website that is dedicated to the Hunnert Car Pileup so just type it in on your search engine. Here is a quick rundown. It is always the second saturday in October and it is at the Grundy county fairgrounds outside of Morris, Illinois. Friday night is downtown in Morris,IL and is nothing but rockabilly bands and hotrods and PBR. The website has all of the criteria and info.

[baby loves chrome]

You know I had my letters wrong.

HCPU- It will be my first time there.

Does anyone know if they have rooms around Morris Il?

[HeyyCharger]

BLC- That car is absolutely NUTS!

The Length of the bed is magnificent too.....

Well done for creating such a car that really is a true example of

craftsmanship and love!

Well done!

HC.

[hotsilver]

Too F^*ckin cool!!!!!!!!!!!!! That shop is was dreams are made of.... shitt!!!

[baby loves chrome]

No rooms in Morris IL. for the HCPU

I did get a room, so I will be coming to my first one.
Can't wait.


Jimmy keeps adding more on the truck.
I can't wait for more updates and more pictures to show what is new NOW!

[Django]

Jimmy pm'd me. I told him absolutely he would get in. I don't know why he would think he would not. While a few rusty pieces of shit rat rods do show up, the Pileup is not about rusty, piece of shit rat rods.

[weez]

I'll be at Hunnert, and I'll be stoked to Jimmy's truck in person if it's there! Awesome!

[Jimmy the Metalman]

I am planning on being there with the truck.Thanks for all the great comments. Hope to see you there. jimmy

[haroldd1963]

wow!

[kiwipackard]

cant wait for the paint, and cant help wundering what jimmy will build next?

[baby loves chrome]

What ones would you do? It's hard to decide maybe we should take a poll.
I think about Better take a sweater, or kandy krate, call of the wild.

??????

[David Kirkham]

Now that looks like some very nice work! I always like to see people who are dedicated to perfection. I'd love to see this car one day at a show!

The Yoder hammer is not easy to control and it takes a real craftsman to use it. Hats off to you! Keep up the good work and always follow your dreams!

David


David Kirkham, President
Kirkham Motorsports

[ricardo_rocha]

Very Nice!!!

[Thirdyfivepickup]

Originally Posted by Jimmy the Metalman

I am planning on being there with the truck.Thanks for all the great comments. Hope to see you there. jimmy

Then it will be the highlight of the show for me!

[baby loves chrome]

Originally Posted by kiwipackard

cant wait for the paint, and cant help wundering what jimmy will build next?

Any ideas what one of weesner's to do next?

I can't wait to see how much as changed since the weekend.
We need more updates!!!!!!

[Gambino_Kustoms]

holly shit batman buitful

[James66g]

I hope I am not dropping a line someone else already has and I missed but after paint how bout a photo reneactment of the weesner pic ? that would be so cool some dangerouse looking ginger leaned way over the truck finding a beach and redhead should be relatively easy but that plaid blanket and a log with a "woody" might be difficult. am just saying how cool would that be ?

[scootermcrad]

Just seeing this (been under a rock, apparently)...

UNNNNNNREEEEEAAAL!!!!!!!!!!! My hats off to you sir! Very inspirational!

[baby loves chrome]

Does anyone have new pics of truck?
I saw it tonight in STL at chuckaburger.
Great show!!!!

[zomb1e]

im buildin a WEESNER clone of ''ORCID FLAKE'' the pink early falcon, just wondering if anyone else is or has built any other Weesner creations?....

and i know im not the only fella to jizz in my pants over the pick up eh?

cheers from down under, back to the shed now

[k-member]

I guess he made the cool brass door hinges as well, would love some of those on my coupe. True meaning of a "build" right there.

[zombo27]

Just seeing this for the first time. Day-um! This cats shop is cleaner than my kitchen. Amazing.

[jim-fink]

Originally Posted by 193257

Here's the finished product with the 410 polished stainless bullets that all point straight forward. Because the grille has a V shape he had to machine each little bullet so they would point straight forward. Very time consuming. Not to shabby either.

man thats dedication machining every single one of the 410 so they all face perfectly forward, the mans a god!!!!

[John_Kelly]

That is way too nice to paint. There is not a color in the world more pretty than that gorgeous metalwork.

John www.ghiaspecialties.com

[Irrational Metalworks]

Originally Posted by John_Kelly

That is way too nice to paint. There is not a color in the world more pretty than that gorgeous metalwork.

John www.ghiaspecialties.com

Amen to that John! That truck is awesome.

[MorganGT]

Originally Posted by James66g

I hope I am not dropping a line someone else already has and I missed but after paint how bout a photo reneactment of the weesner pic ? that would be so cool some dangerouse looking ginger leaned way over the truck finding a beach and redhead should be relatively easy but that plaid blanket and a log with a "woody" might be difficult. am just saying how cool would that be ?

That'd be a great idea - I've got a print of the Weesner pic hanging on the wall here, and would happily pay for a matching print of a 'reenactment photo' to hang beside it- could make a good fundraising idea for the HAMB if it could be organised?

[battersea boys]

Fantastic!!!!.............

[uniquecoaches]

I got to touch and see this truck for the first time yesterday at the Pileup. Now I like my cars to shine but this truck should remain in its raw metal form as the craftsmanship is godlike. Every little detail is like a new discovery and he isnt even done with it. If you ever get a chance to see this little truck you will understand. If he paints it,I think it wil actually lose some of its WOW factor. All of the handformed metal/aluminum work is top notch,off the chain,insane. Beautiful!!!!

[rusty76]

man that awesome.... wish my junk would come out as nice.

[Deadbird]

I checked this thing out in person at the Pile Up. Man, it's more impressive in person than the pictures let on. The fit and finish is unbelievable. Didn't get a chance to talk to Jimmy or Rick but I had a nice chat with Jimmy's wife. She told me how long he's been working on the truck. Hard to believe a guy can get that much done in such a short time. I'll be looking for this one again. It's cool.

Thanks for posting this Rick.

[193257]

OK Here's a few photo's of two of the most talented artist on the Hot Rod scene today. The weez was at the pileup and got to see Jimmys masterpiece for the first time. The first pics is of the Weez behind the steering wheel



Here's the Weez signing the dash.



And finally the two artist with future talent in the middle.
The Weez on the left, Little Jimmy and Big Jimmy
Artist of paint, future talent, and atrist of metal
It dont get any better

[Ian Berky]

So bitchin'!! Both extremely talented people!!

Ian

[weez]

SO awesome to meet Jimmy and see the truck! (It was almost the only time I went outside during the show unfortunately!)

[OL 55]

WOW...........what does he do when he's not building hot rods, walk on water??!! Incredible work!!

[Deadbird]

Very cool that Keith signed the dash! Guess that won't get paint.

[193257]

Talked to Jimmy today about the dash and he said he might try to get the Weez to do something special for the dash. Don't know what he has in mind but I'm sure it will be special

[vents]

Hey Rick, you have had some cool stuff your self, how about some pics?

[29bowtie]

Thanks for sharing this "awe inspiring creation" with us all!

[193257]

Originally Posted by vents

Hey Rick, you have had some cool stuff your self, how about some pics?

My cars are not worthy of this thread. But thanks any way.

[tazounet]

Hi, I am French and I allow to congratulate you and your team on it fabulous work. Of the silversmith's trade. I am on a proget of model on Ford's base " 32 pick-up and I fell on your car by looking for an inspiration in the work of Weesner. I found. Thank you still. You can be proud, an admirer on the other side of the ocean...
Sorry if my English is not very good.

[xix32]

i saw his creation at the hunnert car pileup. it stopped me in my tracks. i was awestruck. the man is a genius at metal forming. wait untill the airplane people discover him. he'll be building beech staggerwing wing root fairings or p-51's from the spinner on back.
heck, all he would need would be a data plaque and a V-12 merlin, he could fabricate the rest.
a truly rare combination of abillity and ambition.
and a gentleman, as i witnessed him politely answer ridiculous questions asked by people who didn't have a clue what was involved in producing that work of art.

[chalkboard]

How about an update on this work of art.

[193257]

I'll get some pics next time I go up there. I know he is working on the interior panels. He's test fitting them to make sure there is enough clearence after he paints the truck. He's going to do the interior himself and also paint it himself. He really is a craftsman.

[193257]

OK guys I promised a update so here it is. Jimmy is making good progress on the interior. He's actually doing all the interior panels before he paints it and then will blow it apart to paint it. Once he starts painting it he will be done with the interior. Here's a few pics to show the progress.

The headliner will be a two piece panel. The surround is a form fitting aluminum panel that fits like a glove that is of the same quality as the outside of the truck and it has an aluminum insert along with a interior light. This pic also shows the back panel behind the seat that is form fitting also.




Here is the back panel behind the seat.



Here a pic of the headliner with the insert in it. The side that is showing will go against the roof



Here's the headliner with insert in it that is finished with green piping.




The back panel with little jimmy. The slots on the sides and in the middle are for the seat belts




Here's the door panels fitted to the doors.



The door panels with upholstery




One of the kick panels



This is what it's going to look like when it's finished. You won't believe the fit and finish on every thing.






Here's little Jimmy showing a visitor how to change the thread in the sewing machine. Wonder if he'll be as talented when he grows up.



He's making good progress but still has a ton of work to do. He hopes to make Goodguys Indy for his first outing. Stay tuned and I will try to keep it updated a little better.

[Mootz]

You sir are my hero. Perfect.

[tfeverfred]

This is unreal. Beyond words.

[HEMI32]

Mr. Hervatin (Jimmy the Metalman), is there nothing you don't excel at? ... the interior panels & headliner are simply awesome! ... I can't wait to see the seats & carpet.

193257 ... thanks for the updates ... and be sure to get lots of photos of Jimmy squirting some color on the body.

[langy]

That interior looks lovely, nice job.

[Spoggie]

esyesyesyes!

[trad27]

wow, the atention to detail is unbelivable. keep us posted

[badnews 31]

speechless I am without speech thankyou for such a creation its just brillant thankyou thankyou thankyou !!!!!!!

[oldcarfan]

Originally Posted by badnews 31

speechless I am without speech thankyou for such a creation its just brillant thankyou thankyou thankyou !!!!!!!

take it easy there big guy, your gonna get to excited and ruin your dinner again.


truely amazing work.

[sololobo]

I can't even wrap a gift, when they were passing out talent, I said no thanks got plenty. Ooooops! I bow with respect. Super Fab!! ~Sololobo~

[Nads]

It just gets more astounding by the minute.

[Malcolm]

Thanks for the interior update -- awesome!!



Malcolm

[...doc...]

I can't decide if this unbelievable build thread inspires me, or frustrates me.

Flawless work,...unreal.

[nailheadroadster]

What could possibly said that hasn't been? I am at a loss for words that would even begin to compliment his craftsmanship.

[Sanford Graham]

Amazing workshop,and talent for sure. Thanks for sharing with us, Please show some more of his work in progress and his shop. Thank you happy motorin

[MENACE]

Just awsome, plain and simple

[60'shotrod]

Stunning interior!

Nick.

[castanonkustom]

Awe inspiring build. And he even sews the interior himself. Damn

[Stutz]

Dee aye em en ... DAMN! I want one

[Barn Find T]

The equipment under one roof is unbelievable. A one stop shop, sewing, metal shaping, painting, etc.
I am inspired! How did Jimmy get to where he is, how about a short biography?

What else does he do in that shop? Anything he wants right ....lol

Fantastic Thread! - Mike

[shonky]

What does Keith Weesner think of it?

Does he know it's being built ?

[stude_trucks]

Wow, awesome. Truly nice work.

[Kona Cruisers]

man... you mean jimmy didn't do the machining on the engine block, or the chromeing.... what a hoser!


j/k this shit is amazing! i mean chassis, body fab, interior.... perfect!

[slammedchieftan]

A.M.A.Z.I.N.G.! and his Humbleness is amazing as well. I would just like to spend a week with him and watch him at work!

[irace2win41]

Incredible.....Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Dynaflash_8]

holy shit!

Aluminum is one of my favorite materials to work with, and aparently its yours as well!

[xhotrodder]

I have spent the last two days slobbering over this thread. I saw it mentioned in a World Of Rods magazine article. They just showed two pictures of it at the Nationals, and said they had been watching the build online. I figured it was on here some where. Man I am blown away by the quality workmanship. The man even does his own interior. I'll bet he paints it himself. Talk about envy, I wonder if I could touch him and see if any of it would rub off on me. I can't do half the shit he does. Jimmy you are the MAN!!!!!!!!!!!

[chalkboard]

Originally Posted by ...doc...

I can't decide if this unbelievable build thread inspires me, or frustrates me.

Flawless work,...unreal.

Well said. How do we get this man to do a cable TV show?
No drama, just excellent do it yourself build info!

Can't wait to see what little Jimmy comes up with in the future!

[Jay71]

Ridiculous! Thanks for the updates.

[kdxer99]

This truck and Jimmy's talents are amazing. I just found this thread and can't believe it. Will it be a The Good Guys event in Indy? I can't wait to see it for real. I gotta go and subscribe right now. AMAZING !!!!!

[193257]

Originally Posted by shonky

What does Keith Weesner think of it?

Does he know it's being built ?

Yes the weez has seen it and was impressed. I think if you look back in this thread you might see a pic of the Weez and Jimmy standing next to the truck at the Hunnert car pileup.

[baby loves chrome]

Thanks 193257 for the updates.

[SteadyT]

The truck is ridiculous, but HOLY SMOKES his shop would be worth me getting rid of ol' Lefty... maybe Righty too...

[MichiganJames]

Its like watching the miracle of child birth!! Im literally drooling

[mikaelmtb]

Just went through the whole thread - and I am amazed!!! I am a fan of both Weezner and model A pickups, so how could this be better?? More please!!!

As said before: WOW!!

[193257]

Just a little update. Stopped by Jimmys the other day to check the progress. He's just about ready to tear it apart but is making a lot of little pieces that take a lot of time. Pieces like the escutions around the brake pedal and dimmer switch. You can buy these pieces but he wants to make them and plate them. Here's a pic of the dash that Mr. Weesner signed last year at the Hunnert car Pileup.

Here's a couple of pics of the seat. Notice how everything lines up like the piping and the pleats.





He still needs to make the trim pieces that go over the folding part when you fold the back forward.



He's got just a couple of pieces left to make before he tears it apart for paint and then final assy.

[inkmunky]

This is my elysium...

[ponchopowerd]

amazing greatly amazing, it is unbelivable how much talent this man has.

i have a set of those dodge lancer caps on my 55 pontiac i hav'nt seen anouther set in a while

[baby loves chrome]

I have been waiting to hear something on this. sitting on the edge of seat for updates.........what parts or machines working on to do stuff with.
Can't wait to see him spread some paint on the truck to see the color.????
We all here say Thanks for keeping us updated with more info.

[baby loves chrome]

ok, I meant to say spray some paint to see what color it will be!

[Johnny C.]

That is an Amazing build for sure. Not much can be said other than, Wow!

[bikeguydave]

Amazing!.... Subscribed!

[Ian Berky]

INSANE!!! I'm speechless !!

[Verbal Kint]

DAMN, That is a whole different level of craftmanship, on a different planet... other worldly.

Are his thumbs flat?

[Flying Tiger]

Wow!!!!!! Amazing build!

[Hotrodbuilderny]

That's some really nice stuff

[PonchoJohn]

Originally Posted by MichiganJames

Its like watching the miracle of child birth!! Im literally drooling

Yup!! To think, here I was all proud that I could bend some sheetmetal and make it line up. This is AMAZING!!

[woody 29 dodge]

Iam truly humbled by Jimmy's talent the man has a gift, and his son looks like he is hooked with the same love and talent . Father and son under the dash of a car nothing could be more connected. Rob

[193257]

Ok Fella's Just a little update. Jimmy's finally got the interior done and here's some pics just to show how multi talented this guy is. About another week and he will be ready to blow it apart and start the bodywork and paint process which he is doing all himself. Very few people can honestly say they did it all themselves but this guy is the real deal. Enjoy

[dirtbag13]

Wow !

[Richard D]

You needed a super interior to fit the quality of this truck, mission accomplished.

[Gearhead Mike]

This is so incredible, I'd like to do a whole piece on this in Gearhead.

[BEAR]

holy crap thats cool

[draginsteel]

Great updates

[Royalshifter]

Super craftsmanship and eye to detail.

[Flying Tiger]

Looks great!

[Shawn M]

Absolutely incredible work! I'm at a loss for words. I'm gonna pick my jaw up off the floor now.

[Rad-Ride]

Just went through all the pages just now and like everyone else before me said, "WOW" ~ amazing work and detail! It's was cool to read that Weesner saw the car and signed the dash. As another person said earlier, it would be an awesome picture to see it shot just like the drawling with a hottie leaning across the back.... I'll be subscribing to this thread to keep an eye for the updates!

[RustyRedRam]

What amazing talent. I am completely speechless after looking at this build. Truly a gift.

[hobbystock94]

Just went threw the thread beginning to end. Just wish I had a fraction of hie talent.
AWESOME doesn't do it justice

[inkmunky]

I'll be kind of sad to see that perfect metal work get covered up by paint.

[29Ford_jg]

Amazing truck! Great craftsmanship!

[Deadbird]

Awesome thread - Awesome build! Can't wait to see it again in person. Keep up the good work Jimmy.

[heatnbeat]

If you didn't know better you would think that Weesner had drawn Jimmy's truck

[baby loves chrome]

Thanks for the updates!
I can't get over the interior.
I can't wait to see the paint color. please send more

[catbox]

i just devoured this entire thread. WOW!

[65 impala]

nice job

[Cruisin']

Absolutely stunning, in every respect!

[merctruck]

Cool ride.I want to build a ride inspired by one of his paintings also I just won't say wich one that way if I get around to it the idea hopefully won't be taken.Keep up the awesome work.

[sirleadfoot]

apparently I have been in some crazy alternate world. I just found this thread and I'm a...I'm a...I'm amazed by the talent Jimmy has. Wow! words can't do this build justice. Holy cow! 193257 you are a great man for this thread and I can't wait to see how the paint turns out.

[193257]

Got a couple three new pics. Just got to get some time to update.

[193257]

OK Boys and girls check it out. The paint is startin to fly. Went by Jimmys the other day and he was making a dolly for the cab to roll it on its back so he could paint the bottom of the floor and the firewall. He also made a rotisserie for the frame and bed to roll it over as he was working and painting it. Enjoy the pics and progress







The frame, firewall and bottom of floor are painted white.





The bed is on the rotissire and is next

[Pinstriper40]

Looks like the Emerald Tide is coming up!

[Kona Cruisers]

bitchen....

[Von Rigg Fink]

Duuude..that is sick

[Hot Rod Michelle]

Lookin good!!

[dutched32]

he has the bar set really high for metal fab and building all together

[193257]

Forgot one pic. Here's the man in action.

[surfcaliforniasurf]

Bitchin

[crayform]

Originally Posted by inkmunky

I'll be kind of sad to see that perfect metal work get covered up by paint.

Exactly. Maybe he could build another one to be painted...

[bonesy]

White frames are the coolest. I can't wait for further updates.

[Anderhart Speed]

Wow, just found this thread. I absolutley love Weesner's work, and to see that pickup coming together is awesome, not to mention the amazing amount of talent and skill thats going into it. Keep it up!!!!

*subscribed*

[GaryB]

just read this thread,truly truly awesome. his work is humbleing. I'd like to see the car he pushed in the corner to build this amazing truck ,WOW

[Stutz]

Legendary!

[63c10]

I don't have the vocabulary to describe this truck. All I can say is awesome! Thanks for a great thread.

[baby loves chrome]

thanks for the update. WOW, moving along.
I can't wait to see what color green?
Got any news on that?
Amazing.....................................
When does Jimmy plan on having the truck done?
I can't wait to see how this is all going to come together.

[193257]

Ok got some new photo's of Jimmy's project. He's hard at it. Trying to get all the chrome parts polished up and sent to the plater. Ya thats right he's doing all the polishing himself before he sends it to the plater. When he gets done with it it looks like its already plated but its not. The plater has got to love him and would probably like to hire him. Check it out.



Here it is. All polished up and ready to go to the plater.



Here he is painting the GREEN motor



Ok The long awaited color. GREEN The motor and tranny are the same color as the body color. Jimmy went to great pains to get the right color green that he thought the WEEZ would be proud of. Sometimes pics dont do justice but I will tell you it looks great.





I'll try to keep you posted when progress is made. Enjoy

[GaryB]

awesome shade of green......bitchen

[laidout53]

wow! what was great then, will now be even greater. Totally Awesome

[slammed]

Mind-numbing-bending -Talent-.

[100mph WHEELSPINNER]

“Hide not your talents. They for use were made. What's a sundial in the shade?” Ben Franklin

[weez]

Love the green! I'm giddy with excitement! Go Jimmy!

[60'shotrod]

Looks bloody marvellous!

Nick.

[Bull]

Unreal. Wow . . . just . . . wow! I can't even find the words to express how unbelievably cool this is!

[Swede64]

I´v ebeen impressed a lot of times on the HAMB. But this one tops them all, never seen anything like it. Keep the updates coming. I think Jimmy could build his own aluminum spaceship and go for a spin around the moon if he wanted to but i´m happy he´s building hot rods.

[Swede64]

I´ve been impressed a lot of times on the HAMB. But this one tops them all, never seen anything like it. Keep the updates coming. I think Jimmy could build his own aluminum spaceship and go for a spin around the moon if he wanted to but i´m happy he´s building hot rods.

[rustyhood]

Truly amazing fabrication! And great to see the family involved!

[Nads]

Unreal, I'm beyond impressed.

[baby loves chrome]

YES, I know Jimmy went to Parks College for his AP License. He worked on many business jets. No doubt, He could build his own aluminum spaceship. He really enjoys the metalshaping and creating new metal & loves the craft. He loves the hotrods &kustoms. I know he has been around cars from his teens. I can't wait until he finishes the roadster(BARE)no paint and the other projects lined up, unless he pushing them aside for another hot idea. We will have to stay tuned. What is next?

[No_Respect]

WOW that is the best thing I have seen all day!!!!

[redlinetoys]

This ride is gonna be "spot on". SWEET!

[freebird101]

nice

[193257]

OK Just a quick upddate. Here's a sneek peek at to what it's going to look like when he get's it done The first shot is Jimmy performingw with gun in hand.



This is the real deal. He's got most all of it painted. Just a couple of small pieces left and then the assembly should begin. His goal is Goodguys Indy. Now that everything is done it shouldn't be to bad to assemble time wise but you know how it is when your trying to put it together and not scratch anything. Enjoy

[milwscruffy]

Now he can call it Green with Envy. Anything this man can't do well?

[captainjunk#2]

i dig the color awesome green cant wait to see it reassembled

[Skate Fink]

Is he building the girl also??? He obviously has the talent!!!

[193257]

Originally Posted by Skate Fink

Is he building the girl also??? He obviously has the talent!!!

There's not a dought in my mind that he can't do it but I'm not sure his wife would be ok with it.

[60'shotrod]

Bloody amazing!

Nick.

[OLLIN]

Originally Posted by Skate Fink

Is he building the girl also??? He obviously has the talent!!!

no, but they need to set up a photo shoot once its done to match the original painting...

[rodncustom]

It's going to be cool for sure, but what a shame to cover up all of that incerdible metal work.

[cajunstreetrodder]

Great choice.

[Brewton]

I'm glad you are putting paint on it! Looks great!

[Doc.]

I'm moving some cars around in the garage now to clear a spot. Tell Jim I'm ready for my new truck.

Doc.

[Loe]

Just blown away. im speechless

[Leevon]

Humbled, amazed and impressed.

Jimmy if you read this and you're looking for another Son, I'm your guy

[jakespeed63]

Been subscribed to this build from the start. Once again, a HAMB build is helping push the bar up a notch. Green and white is an incredible color combo. Very well excecuted, from just a drawing. Love the interior AND the custom made panel UNDER the dash!
Will definitely need an over the top display stand if it is going to hit the show circuit. Thanks for sharing.
JT
p.s. just curious how much coin is tied up in this rig???

[193257]

Just a quick update. I stopped by Jimmy's today (6-02-10) and he is hard at it. He has officially got exactly one week and one day. He wants to leave on thursday June 10th to debute it at Goodguys Indy. Will he make it? I hope so but he's got his work cut out . Here's a few pics. By the way He might have live woman for the photo shoot. Ha. Enjoy

Here's the nuts and bolts spread out on the floor for the assembly.







The Quick change really looks good.





Every thing on this truck is supper straight and supper slick.



Here's a pic of one of the spinners for the hubcaps all detailed out.



Here's the dash that needs to be cleared yet. Then he hopes to have the Weez sign it.



If your gonna be at Goodguys Indy you owe it to yourself to check it out. Its truly amazing.

[red baron]

This thing is over the top ridiculously amazing!

[6berry]

Originally Posted by 193257

u got some nice nuts there. haha
seriously this build is looking good!

[Deadbird]

Beautiful.

[BIGREDTODD]

Wow...

[zman]

Originally Posted by Doc.

I'm moving some cars around in the garage now to clear a spot. Tell Jim I'm ready for my new truck.

No doubt in my mind...

[bonez]

Originally Posted by OLLIN

no, but they need to set up a photo shoot once its done to match the original painting...

That would be bitchin! I'd buy a poster!
I was wondering some time ago what happened to this. Im glad to see is gettin there.

[BOWTIE BROWN]

wow ! ! ! .... Is mom upside down.
f a n t a s t i c.... More please.

[Cool Whip]

Absolutely incredible work! The shop is definetly something to awe over! "A place for everything and everything in it's place"

[DYNODANNY]

WHAT A JEWEL! I likey.

[Elrod]

Amazing...

[ratster]

wow! i love it

[dieselc]

Damn that is awesome.

[68Caddy]

That looks beautiful! keep us up on the progress please.

[Django]

I hope he makes it!

[TRuss]

How did I miss this one? It's incredible just how similar the proportions are. I know it can be real easy to cheat a few things when creating a car strictly for canvas or paper, but this is a true testament to designer and builder alike.

[Ned_Gob]

Originally Posted by OLLIN

no, but they need to set up a photo shoot once its done to match the original painting...

With DAYNA DELUX !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!

[sinks88]

I cant even believe it, Im so blown away! Cudos man, oh my! I;m just speachless....can you imagine 70 years from now when some lucky SOB finds this ride in a barn?

[eddie1]

Originally Posted by ned_gob

with dayna delux !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!

i could not agree more!

[193257]

Okay Got a little update. I was at Jimmys today and this is how it looks. The cab is on and the fluids are in the motor. The motor fired right up and sounded good. Not with out a few little hiccups though. Murphys law always applies. If things can go wrong they will. Still got a tremendous amount of work to do. After all he wants to leave thursday. Thats only two days left. Hopefully the troops will show up tomorrow and give a hand. Enjoy.

[29Ford_jg]

WOW! that thing is gorgeous. Keep pushing for that deadline

[lorodz]

wow...

[ToddJ]

Just amazing to see it in person unpainted, now to see it partially painted....Wow! Can't wait to see her done!

[Johnny Hotrod - BC]

Absolutely fantastic!! I dont know anyone that can do all aspects of car building like that and do it on that level. Amazing!!

[philly the greek]

Great look'n truck , looking forward to more info and pics .

[claymore]

That is going to be one FINE looking ride.

[193257]

OK boys and girls. Here's your daily update. Been at Jimmy's all day and although it probably doesn't look like it we got some important and very time consuming things done. First off we got the roof skin on but before that we got all the wiper mechanism in place and in working order. Then we moved on to the headliner. Man you talk about a job. You got to have about 25 hands, hold you mouth just right, and what ever you do don't fart while you trying to put in the headliner. The fit on this thing is unbelievable. Two other well known hot rodders came out to help and they worked on things like the front brakes, wired the headlights, put on the generator and a mulitude of other chores. We also got the dash in. Finally to show a little more progress we got the grill shell ready to go on. I suspect tomorrow will be a very long day since it will be the last working day. We've got a long way to go and a short time to get there but He's still planning on leaving on thursday. Hopefully everything will go good tomorrow. Just a word of warning. When you plan on looking at this thing you better wear your shades. Between the bright green paint and the white accents it will knock your eyes out. As I was taking these pics the automatic flash would not go off most of the time.Enjoy the pics.

[Verne]

The concept, the build, the whole deals bitchin, good luck getting it finished. Hopefully we get to see this pick-up out west sometime soon!

[cactus1]

Sooooo Cool!

[The Oz Rat]

I just spent the past two days working my way through this Thread.... Totally Awsome build. Unbelievable Craftmanship. You have hit the mark exactly with what you were trying to achieve.

It has me thinking if I should turn my build into a Weezner creation, like my Avatar.

[94hoghead]

What an incredible little truck...

[193257]

Don't be surprised if you see it on the left coast either late this year or early next year. I know he's already been contacted about bringing it to shows this year and next. Some of which the Weez will be At.

Originally Posted by Verne

The concept, the build, the whole deals bitchin, good luck getting it finished. Hopefully we get to see this pick-up out west sometime soon!

[Nads]

So utterly beautiful!!!!!

[froghawk]

Damn. Wish I could think of something to say about this car that hasn't been said. There are no superlatives left to describe the stunning craftsmanship.

I'm going to have to strap myself into my chair and screw the chair to the floor for when the photos of the finished hot rod are posted.

[general gow]

what a gorgeous truck. incredible craftsmanship. i hope i get to see it someday.

[Doc.]

HUBA HUBA.

Doc.

[Django]

Can't wait until Friday!

[BIGREDTODD]

man o man...

I'd probably let him piss on my shoe in the hopes that I could get a bit of that talent...truly a remarkable build.

Appreciate all the pictures...can't wait to see it out in the daylight! And some left coast time would be appreciated by many, no doubt!

BRT

[Tman]

That is truly amazing. Thanks for all the updates.

[Theo Douglas]

Such a bitchen truck. I can't wait to see it in person.

[decker]

Incredible... every last little detail about it

I don't think I really want to know what this little excercise in "what if we tried to build..." ended up costing though

How does Priceless sound?

Looking forward to it's final roll out...

[THE-SYNDICATE]

Beyond impressive... I'm still stuck on the polished engine block picture back on Page 10.... Super sweet job and plenty of good things to think about as I embark on my next car.

Thanks!

Robert M.

[ANewBeat]

Wow. Awe inspiring!

[ryno]

rick,
where are you at with this?
did you guys make it?
sure hope so, it looks amazing.

[193257]

OK Here's your daily update a day late. Didn't get home till 1.30 and was to tired to update. Got quite a bit done but still plenty to do . We got the bed on for the last time after 3 or 4 trial runs. Like I said before If it can go wrong it will. The headligts are on but not finished completely. Finally we were ready for the doors. It just takes more time than you think when you chase all the threads and clean out all the holes after the primer and paint process. Finally got the drivers door on and swingin. We called it a night and hopefully things will go smooth today. Thats right he's still going to leave thursday, I just didn't say what time. Hopefully one more update but it might be late. Enjoy the pics.

[193257]

YA Ryan Were going to make it. He's pretty determined.

Originally Posted by ryno

rick,
where are you at with this?
did you guys make it?
sure hope so, it looks amazing.

[metalhotrodgirl]

amazing!!!! thanks for keeping us updated

[gnichols]

This car is just amazing. The level of craftsmanship is astounding, something for the youngsters in the hobby to aspire to achieve. Sadly (please no hitting below the belt) it also seems like a vehicle that will never be driven, never haul stuff, never have a stone chip or bug guts in the finish... in essence never to be seen outside the realms of car shows or museums. Perhaps it will also be enshirned in a 1:1 diorama that looks just like the painting?

I sure hope not. Tell me it isn't so. Gary

[JeremyJames]

wow! great build, great thread!!!

[BIGREDTODD]

I may have missed it, but what was used for the bed floor? Are they hollow composite or aluminum extrusions, or is that just an illusion?

[RATROD STEVIE]

This is amazing.....................and really a great thread.....keep it up!!!!

[K13]

Originally Posted by BIGREDTODD

I may have missed it, but what was used for the bed floor? Are they hollow composite or aluminum extrusions, or is that just an illusion?
[IMG]

Was just going to ask the same thing.

[Risto]

Guys check out page 15 of this thread for more bed floor info.

[boones27t]

im in love!

[surfcaliforniasurf]

just gorgeous

[MIGHTY]

insane!

[Hans' Rod & Cycle]

Here's the outside trim with the grill insert that he made on his lazer.



Here's the finished product with the 410 polished stainless bullets that all point straight forward. Because the grille has a V shape he had to machine each little bullet so they would point straight forward. Very time consuming. Not to shabby either.



I would love to know how he clamped the bullets to machine the bottom ??? Super vacuum bullet holding mill vise?...

Hans

[Stutz]

I see a stack of trophies in it's future.

[studog51]

no doubt, he's an amazing talent.

[SLAMIT]

this guy is a freakin god. Man if I had the amount of talent in his left eyebrow I could be a great builder/fabricator.

Pure awesomeness!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[BIGREDTODD]

Originally Posted by Risto

Guys check out page 15 of this thread for more bed floor info.

Thanks Risto...I pasted it below for the other who CRS

He is making the bed boards out of 16 ga steel and will paint them white



Using stainless bed strips in between the metal boards

[33_chevy]

this truck is awesome

[193257]

Well Here's your update before he leaves for Indy. Ya he's gonna make it. First off I would like to thank everyone for the tremendous help this week. I know he appreciate's it very much. He's had 4 or 5 guys there everyday this week and today there has been at least 6 or 7 all day. That's what it's all about. Just shows you what kind of guy he is. Well we had a short day today I got home about 9:30-10:00 pm and about the only thing left was to put the seat bottom in it. I know I said he is leaving thursday and he could but I think he is going to get a little rest and leave in the morning, which is probably a wise thing to do. Got the right side door on and all the hardware in both doors today along with the tailgate. Got all the door panels on and the rest of the interior and man it fits like a glove. Got to get some rest as I am leaving for Indy in the morning also. Enjoy the pics.






Here's a pic of the Yoder Hammer that he built. Ya that's right he built it. A lot of the panels for this truck were made on this hammer.







Thanks to Debbie, his wife for all the lunches and suppers. I don't think any of us lost any weight.



Jim, put a hat on man. (just kiddin)

[Custom_Crestline]

Stoked to see it again!

[baby loves chrome]

Will Jimmy make it to Indy?
Not to sure, what do you think?

[the-rodster]

S P E C T A C U L A R !!!


That truck ROCKS!

What does WEEZ think about it ?

I know he's on here.

Rich

[HEMI32]

Originally Posted by the-rodster

... What does WEEZ think about it ? ...

the-rodster ... from earlier in this (very long) thread ...

Post #135:

Originally Posted by weez

WOW! That definitely made my day! Amazing, for several reasons. I can't believe he MADE a '30-'31 cab! And that he's doing that truck, and that he's doing it that well! I'm honored and impressed. Can't wait to see more!

Keith

PS. The girl might be harder to match, the auditions will have to be extensive.

Post #329:

Originally Posted by weez

I'll be at Hunnert, and I'll be stoked to Jimmy's truck in person if it's there! Awesome!

Post #353:

Originally Posted by 193257

OK Here's a few photo's of two of the most talented artist on the Hot Rod scene today. The weez was at the pileup and got to see Jimmys masterpiece for the first time. The first pics is of the Weez behind the steering wheel



Here's the Weez signing the dash.



And finally the two artist with future talent in the middle.
The Weez on the left, Little Jimmy and Big Jimmy
Artist of paint, future talent, and atrist of metal
It dont get any better

Post #355:

Originally Posted by weez

SO awesome to meet Jimmy and see the truck! (It was almost the only time I went outside during the show unfortunately!)

Post #457:

Originally Posted by weez

Love the green! I'm giddy with excitement! Go Jimmy!

Post #482:

Originally Posted by 193257

... Here's the dash that needs to be cleared yet. Then he hopes to have the Weez {re}sign it.

...

[the-rodster]

Damnit I hate it when people ask questions before reading the entire thread

Rich

[gnichols]

This thing is just gonna be perfect. I doubt there will ever be one negative word said about it. It's just so right.. nothing over the top... not one extra do-dad, no extra rows of louvers, or holes, or layers of milled rings, or flying eyeballs, or funny fur... not one extra bell or whistle. Very inspiring. And that's without saying anything about the insane level of craftsmanship in the car. I just hope I get to see it one day in the flesh. Gary

[Deadbird]

One of the best!

[WhiteDevil]

Being a fan of weesner art I can really appreciate this truck...INCREDIBLE
Now that I think about it ANYONE can appreciate this truck!!!

[Ed Zackley]

Damn. Dammit. Cain't wait to see this in Rodders Journal, they will show it to its best advantage. Nothing personal to the HAMB, but with the magazine I can lay on my back on the futon and dream better than I can sitting in front of the computer.

[hemifarris]

Originally Posted by 193257

Well Here's your update before he leaves for Indy. Ya he's gonna make it. First off I would like to thank everyone for the tremendous help this week. I know he appreciate's it very much. He's had 4 or 5 guys there everyday this week and today there has been at least 6 or 7 all day. That's what it's all about. Just shows you what kind of guy he is. Well we had a short day today I got home about 9:30-10:00 pm and about the only thing left was to put the seat bottom in it. I know I said he is leaving thursday and he could but I think he is going to get a little rest and leave in the morning, which is probably a wise thing to do. Got the right side door on and all the hardware in both doors today along with the tailgate. Got all the door panels on and the rest of the interior and man it fits like a glove. Got to get some rest as I am leaving for Indy in the morning also. Enjoy the pics.






Here's a pic of the Yoder Hammer that he built. Ya that's right he built it. A lot of the panels for this truck were made on this hammer.







Thanks to Debbie, his wife for all the lunches and suppers. I don't think any of us lost any weight.



Jim, put a hat on man. (just kiddin)

Rick, Outstanding build. You, and your Missouri brothers, sure know how to build cars......Those NEW Guide 682-c lights look really great...........Mike

[Ed Zackley]

This seems to have been created in much the same way that a big company (GM, Porsche, Ferrari,...) creates a car, Weezner being the styling studio, Mr. Hervatin the production works, only instead of the design features being steadily toned down, it's all there.

I don't remember ever seeing a work of art manifest in the physical world quite as perfectly as this one.

Masterpiece, tour de force - someone has the superlatives to do justice to this, I don't.

[decker]

Bump for rollout and public debut pictures.

I did see a few detail snapshots in the Indy threads this morning...

[60'shotrod]

BLOODY Awesome!

Nick.

[-Brent-]

Originally Posted by 60'shotrod

BLOODY Awesome!

Nick.

I agree, Nick. Perfect commentary for this truck.

[dustdevil]

It was badass!!!!!! I knew it was the "Weesner" truck in Indy when I was walking up to it. I was so pumped to see it finished. I wish I could've gotten some good pics of it but there was a swarm of people around it the whole time, for obvious reasons. It is put together very, very well!!! Looks killer, wish it would've been the HROTY!! Way to go and I couldn't think of anything better for an artist to have someone build something they have drawn. Just plain AWESOME!!

[Russco]

Somehow this truck (which in my opinion is the nicest hot rod truck I've ever seen) Only won the Good Guys Gazzette pick @ Indy it didnt win any pros picks! How the hell can that be? Anyway Jim's truck has the entire package in a word.... Perfect

[Plowboy]

Exactly Mike, I think Jimmy's truck had to have been the nicest thing there.

[Deadbird]

I didn't make it to Indy, but I find it hard to believe that there could have been anything there that would have been any better. Haven't even seen this thing in person since the Pile Up. It looked really freakin' nice in October!

[gnichols]

Originally Posted by Plowboy

Exactly Mike, I think Jimmy's truck had to have been the nicest thing there.

Ya know, there are always those rumors that the awards are pretty much selected before hand. They probably get started by those who don't win and thought they should - a sour grapes kinda thing - but in this case it really makes you wonder. How the heck do you get a parking place behind the wall anyway? Gary

[Russco]

Originally Posted by gnichols

Ya know, there are always those rumors that the awards are pretty much selected before hand. They probably get started by those who don't win and thought they should - a sour grapes kinda thing - but in this case it really makes you wonder. How the heck do you get a parking place behind the wall anyway? Gary

I think its more likely that the pros that picked the awards didnt realize what they were actually looking at. I cant imagine that they knew this was a home built aluminum body and still not give it a Pros pick. The Good Guys staff reconized it for what it was just not the "Pros" Either way Jim seems like a really cool and humble guy and that truck IS PERFECTION

[Mister Nasty]

HOLY COW !!! What talent!! That truck is a beautiful piece of work

[deathwish]

Just read this whole thing, amazing is an understatement.

[HEMI32]

Originally Posted by Russco

Somehow this truck (which in my opinion is the nicest hot rod truck I've ever seen) Only won the Good Guys Gazzette pick @ Indy it didn't win any pros picks! How the hell can that be? Anyway Jim's truck has the entire package in a word.... Perfect

I wasn't there ... but I don't think Mr. Hervatin parked his Emerald Tide in the Pro's Pick Area (so it couldn't even be considered for a "Pro's Pick").

It also appears that Jimmy didn't participate in the "Hot Rod of the Year" competition (so a "HROTY" award was out of the question as well).

I'm also pretty sure the KIRK! (& the rest of the Gazette staff) would take exception to your characterization that the truck "Only" won a GG Gazzette award (& subsequent feature in the magazine).

I'm thinkin' that that Jimmy actually gets it ... that Hot rodding is not about awards, but rather about hanging out with friends and cars ... I'd bet Jimmy appreciates all the accolades he's gotten from his peers [in person and/or on Internet forums (e.g. this HAMB thread)] much more than "winning" some billet trophy that will just collect dust on a shelf.

[BIGREDTODD]

Originally Posted by HEMI32

I wasn't there ... but I don't think Mr. Hervatin parked his Emerald Tide in the Pro's Pick Area (so it couldn't even be considered for a "Pro's Pick").

It also appears that Jimmy didn't participate in the "Hot Rod of the Year" competition (so a "HROTY" award was out of the question as well).

I'm also pretty sure the KIRK! (& the rest of the Gazette staff) would take exception to your characterization that the truck "Only" won a GG Gazzette award (& subsequent feature in the magazine).

I'm thinkin' that that Jimmy actually gets it ... that Hot rodding is not about awards, but rather about hanging out with friends and cars ... I'd bet Jimmy appreciates all the accolades he's gotten from his peers [in person and/or on Internet forums (e.g. this thread on the HAMB)] much more than "winning" some billet trophy that collects dust on his shelf.

Well said, and I have a hunch it's an acurate statement. Broad amazement and admiration beats the hell out of a trophy.

And I can't wait to see a feature on this thing! I doubt very seriously it will be the only one. More detailed information about it on the thread though

[50scotbolt]

I must've had my head up my ass! I've just found this thread.

Guys like Jimmy are on another level, above 'us mere mortals'.

I take my hat off to you Sir, I just wish I had an ounce of your talent.

Keep up the incredible work!

[adams27]

Jaw dropping build. I'm in awe.

[lorodz]

perfect .......

[Russco]

Hemi32 Maybe I could have chosen my words better. I know Kirk and the Staff do a great job. I just thought it deserved whatever the highest award they could give it and then some and I still do.

[193257]

I believe you guys are right. Jimmy does get it. Jimmy did want to participate in the HROTY but it just wasn't in the cards. Things just didn't cooperate. When I left Jimmys on thursday night it looked like all he had to do was put the seat bottom in but he found out that the trans didn't shift exactly right and needed a couple of adjustments. Got that fixed and then the generator decided not to gen Got that fixed and before you know it it was 10:00 to 11:00 am on friday before he could leave.
A friend of mine brought up an interesting thought. He said Jimmy really raised the bar as far as builders go. Stop and think about it! How many people can say that they did the complete build theirself. I'm talkin build the complete body from scratch, Then do the body work and paint and to top it off he did the upholstery. He also did all the buffing for all the chrome work and then had it plated.
Next time you get to look at this truck check out all the little trim pieces like around the shifter boot, trim pieces on the lower front edge of the doors, the sill plates around the carpet edges, the trim piece around the emergency brake boot. All this he made and then buffed and then had plated. A lot of things get over looked until someone points it out. It's like Jack Stirnemann said. He really is from another planet. All this and if you ever talk to him he's just a regular guy. Theirs a lot to be said for that.

I do know that goodguys shot it for a future feature and he has had all kinds of interest from people wanting him to make appearances with the WEEZ.

Originally Posted by HEMI32

I wasn't there ... but I don't think Mr. Hervatin parked his Emerald Tide in the Pro's Pick Area (so it couldn't even be considered for a "Pro's Pick").

It also appears that Jimmy didn't participate in the "Hot Rod of the Year" competition (so a "HROTY" award was out of the question as well).

I'm also pretty sure the KIRK! (& the rest of the Gazette staff) would take exception to your characterization that the truck "Only" won a GG Gazzette award (& subsequent feature in the magazine).

I'm thinkin' that that Jimmy actually gets it ... that Hot rodding is not about awards, but rather about hanging out with friends and cars ... I'd bet Jimmy appreciates all the accolades he's gotten from his peers [in person and/or on Internet forums (e.g. this HAMB thread)] much more than "winning" some billet trophy that will just collect dust on a shelf.

[KIRK!]

Originally Posted by Russco

Hemi32 Maybe I could have chosen my words better. I know Kirk and the Staff do a great job. I just thought it deserved whatever the highest award they could give it and then some and I still do.

Actually the Gazette Pick is arguably the "highest" award at the event. It's the only award other than the Hot Rod of the Year that gets a full feature from the event.

The "Builder's Choice" awards were chosen by Troy Trepanier and it's hard to narrow 200 worthy cars down to ten, and no one will ever agree with your ten.

The truck was amazing in bare metal, and just plain astounding with paint!

[KIRK!]

Originally Posted by 193257

I believe you guys are right. Jimmy does get it. Jimmy did want to participate in the HROTY but it just wasn't in the cards. Things just didn't cooperate. When I left Jimmys on thursday night it looked like all he had to do was put

He'd have been right up there I'm sure. He'll be a real contender next year, plus a real contender for Truck of the Year in Des Moines.

[hotrodpodo]

I spent a few minutes talking to Jimmy on Saturday and you would never guess from his demeanor that he is such a gifted craftsman. He seemed truly excited when I mentioned that I had followed the build on here.

[gnichols]

Does the pickup have a show schedule for the summer? I might have to make one of the shows it will appear.

PS... did anyone ever post photos of the rest of "winners?" Gary

[Django]

I was looking for it all day Friday (only day I could go). Glad you made it though. Did anyone take pics?

Plowboy, you were right! The swap did suck, but true to your prediction, I actually did buy a '36 and a 38 hub cap.

[vents]

Ricks right. Thursday night he held a seat belt trim piece up and said how you would usually think this was a piece from a parts supplier and then you notice the fit and finnish is way to nice! Jimmy made 'em. They kept saying how the pieces Jimmy made all fit perfectly and what few things were store bought needed a little tune up. I had not thought about how lucky we are to live close to a talent like Jimmy where we can see something like this being made...especially by someone so skilled but so laid back and modest. As far as awards and trophies go in my opinion nothing is cooler than pumping gas at one or two in the morning and have some total stranger say "nice truck"

[KIRK!]

Originally Posted by Django

Did anyone take pics?

Here's a peek! Raw pics.

[THE-SYNDICATE]

Sick.....

[Deu55]

Perfect.....

[gnichols]

Kirk, thanx... but what about pix of the other cars that Troy thought were better than this one? Gary

[dana barlow]

Ginchiest Trucken Daddy-O

[kaydub]

That thing is AWESOME!!

really dig those air cleaners...

[steems]

Got a chance to see the hot rod and meet Jimmy. Jimmy's a great guy and his skills are even better. The truck looked great in the raw and awsome with some color on it.

[Beezerbum]

I LOVE it!!

[FINKSTR]

Damn! That's nice.

[193257]

Originally Posted by gnichols

Does the pickup have a show schedule for the summer? I might have to make one of the shows it will appear.

PS... did anyone ever post photos of the rest of "winners?" Gary

As far as a show schedule I know he is going to these shows.

Des Moines Goodguys
Columbus Goodguys
Salina Kansas KKOA
Louisville Nats
Evansville Frog follies
Kansas City Goodguys
Bowling Green Goodguys
Hunnert car Pileup
Possibly the AMBR show in LA in January

[THR1LL3R]

Wow.

[woody 29 dodge]

Simply beautiful it inspires others to reach higher and explore the possibilities.Rob

[KIRK!]

Originally Posted by gnichols

Kirk, thanx... but what about pix of the other cars that Troy thought were better than this one? Gary

Who cares?

[slammed]

I'll do Des Moines GG just to see this truck. It's a 'lock' cover car for TRJ!

[The Oz Rat]

Congrats on the award and for showing off your talents on this forum. A truly masterfull piece of work.

[whiplash1923T]

Hello to both 123257 and Jimmy. I would like to add some sort of comment that nobody else has already written,but I am speechless first with the skill etc that Jimmy has and also you,123257 for bringing this thread to us,thankyou both. I have joined this site as when I found this thread,I wanted so much to be a part of it with my humble encouragement and I am very pleased with all the awesome comments that have appeared on here. Only one sort of negative question I spotted was if the truck would ever be driven and I thought wow,if that person had being reading and looking at all the posts,that person should of seen colouring on the exhaust headers that did not appear without hot exhaust following through those tubes. Thanks again for bringing this build to us..
Cheers Whiplash.

[hemi]

Originally Posted by KIRK!

Actually the Gazette Pick is arguably the "highest" award at the event. It's the only award other than the Hot Rod of the Year that gets a full feature from the event.

Agreed. Think about it, out of the two thousand or so cars there, the truck will get a spread and a full write up...

The truck is perfect in every sense of the word. He nailed the drawing to the letter without compromise, and is a super nice guy to boot!

[froghawk]

Nothing left to be said. Just perfection, pure and simple. Craftsmanship as art.

[RAF]

Absolutely fantastic!!!

[scummy13]

That thing is absolutely beautiful.

[gnichols]

Originally Posted by 193257

As far as a show schedule I know he is going to these shows.

Des Moines Goodguys
Columbus Goodguys
Salina Kansas KKOA
Louisville Nats
Evansville Frog follies
Kansas City Goodguys
Bowling Green Goodguys
Hunnert car Pileup
Possibly the AMBR show in LA in January

Thanx, Gary

[Mark H]

How the hell did I miss this thread!Just read it start to finish.
Absolutely stunning craftsmanship.A work of art.

[baby loves chrome]

Boy that thing is smoking hot! Imagine that in a old abandon junk yard a one hundred years from now still together.

[KIRK!]

Originally Posted by baby loves chrome

Boy that thing is smoking hot! Imagine that in a old abandon junk yard a one hundred years from now still together.

Huh? Why? I'd rather imagine that people will dig it forever and keep it somewhere it doesn't get fucked up.

[60'shotrod]

I'm blown away by the sheer skill and craaftmanship involed in building this truly STUNNING Hot Rod, outstanding!

Nick.

[jasone]

Definitely the Tits!

[farmer12]

Fantastic build, very impressive!

[joeybsyc]

Just wanted to say I got a chance to see this truck in person in Columbus this weekend, and it's even cooler in real life than in this thread! Met Jimmy, and he's just about the most humble and easy going guy I've ever met. I almost couldn't even believe he was the guy who built it, as I'd expect someone with that much sheer talent and skill to have at least a *little* bit of an ego, but he doesn't...he saw my HAMB t shirt and asked if I had seen this thread here, which of course I have been following since the beginning. He showed me around the truck and answered a few questions I had about how he did a few things, and was super nice. EVERY inch of this thing is perfect, body, engine, interior, etc... I actually came back over to see it about 3 times... such a cool truck, and an amazing build by a super cool guy. -Joe

[de-fenders]

I also got to meet Jimmy and see his truck firsthand at the GG's show in Columbus and it was incredible, he is certainly a very talented guy.

[rust&patina]

you just have to see this truck in real living color very AWSOME job jimmy

[SanDiegoJoe]

Originally Posted by KIRK!

Here's a peek! Raw pics.

Amazing.

[rodncustomdreams]

Amazing, simply amazing. Talent most of us can only wish for...

-Dave

[Thirdyfivepickup]

now all we need to do is find the model who looks like the one in the drawing and get that photoshoot done...

[Doc.]

Originally Posted by KIRK!

Huh? Why? I'd rather imagine that people will dig it forever and keep it somewhere it doesn't get fucked up.

I'd like to imagine that thing in my garage. Killer truck.


Doc.

[OhioRiv]

I got to see this in Columbus, too, and it is even waaay nicer than it looks in pictures. Awesome truck, incredible talent. The best part was that Jimmy was a super nice guy on top of it.

[KIRK!]

Originally Posted by OhioRiv

I got to see this in Columbus, too, and it is even waaay nicer than it looks in pictures. Awesome truck, incredible talent. The best part was that Jimmy was a super nice guy on top of it.

Yep, photos don't do it justice. The attention to detail and perfection is amazing.

[Hightone111]

Think I just changed my mind...I'm going back to bicycles. This dude is rediculously talented and way too humble.

[marioD]

That built is unbelievable.....

Mario

[THR1LL3R]

[Scratchbuilt]

Sweet as, talk about pure inspiration.

[thecarfarmer]

Beautiful!

BTW, what's the color; is it custom mixed, or an off-the-shelf hue?

-Bill

[Pat Pryor]

Originally Posted by THR1LL3R

man that thing really looks good

[32STUPRES]

Met Jimmy and his wife at the Lead Sled Spectactular in Salina this past weekend........and WOW..what some workmanship!! And as a bonus, he , his wife, and son are some great people. Found out during our conversation that he and I have common friends from my hometown and that his wife is from a Tennessee town 30 miles from me!! Small world sometimes...if you get a chance to see this truck, be sure to look at the build photos to really get the picture on how awesome his workmanship is. The common onlooker will never know the truck is totally hand built and is aluminum........I kinda wished he'd never painted it because then everyone could appreciate the workmanship more....but he owns it and BUILT it so that's his choice. I've known some hellacious metal men in my time (thru vintage Indy cars)...........but this guy has to be at the top of the list! And it don't hurt a damn thing that he's from the great state of Missouri..................

[marioD]

the whole story is so unbelievable....
Mario

[Tom davison]

Originally Posted by 32STUPRES

The common onlooker will never know the truck is totally hand built and is aluminum........I kinda wished he'd never painted it because then everyone could appreciate the workmanship more...................

Yeah if there was ever the perfect car for no paint this would be it....only the people who followed this thread really know what went into it.

[travisfromkansas]

I took this of the truck at the 2010 KKOA in Salina. Click the pic for a bigger view in my gallery.




Very cool truck, extremely impressive thread on building it!

[speedaddict]

what an awesome awesome thread and an AMAZING metal man/all around man of many hats....

[Trashed & Hammered]

Originally Posted by Thirdyfivepickup

now all we need to do is find the model who looks like the one in the drawing and get that photoshoot done...

If any photo shoot is done to recreate Keiths painting with a model.....Please Please try to get Christina Hendrix from Mad Men. Oh and a spread in Rodders Journal will be perfect since I have a subscription already. Trout

[weez]

Originally Posted by Trashed & Hammered

If any photo shoot is done to recreate Keiths painting with a model.....Please Please try to get Christina Hendrix from Mad Men. Oh and a spread in Rodders Journal will be perfect since I have a subscription already. Trout

Works for me!

[193257]

Originally Posted by Trashed & Hammered

If any photo shoot is done to recreate Keiths painting with a model.....Please Please try to get Christina Hendrix from Mad Men. Oh and a spread in Rodders Journal will be perfect since I have a subscription already. Trout

If you have any pics of her Post em up and I will try to get that arranged.

[THR1LL3R]

Christina Hendricks

[193257]

MAN!!!!! She's healthy. I see what I can arrange.

[Carbs & Chrome]

Originally Posted by Trashed & Hammered

If any photo shoot is done to recreate Keiths painting with a model.....Please Please try to get Christina Hendrix from Mad Men. Oh and a spread in Rodders Journal will be perfect since I have a subscription already. Trout

good call!

[Hightone111]

Your truck is on the MSN homepage today!

[Hightone111]

And here...

http://editorial.autos.msn.com/slide...0Ford%20Pickup

[the-rodster]

In talking to Jimmy last weekend, he has another Weesner inspired build started.....

[COOP666]

I LOVE that truck, but if I had to pick, I'd take Christina! (She's in a couple of episodes of Firefly too, for you SF nerds.)

Originally Posted by THR1LL3R

Christina Hendricks

[ChevyGirlRox]

Jim, Debbie, and Jimmy are good people. I've enjoyed seeing them the past few weekends around the shows. Little Jimmy is such a hoot, too cute!

And since I'm not a redhead I think Christina would make an excellent choice! Mad Men is the ONLY show I watch on tv!

[Thirdyfivepickup]

Originally Posted by Trashed & Hammered

If any photo shoot is done to recreate Keiths painting with a model.....Please Please try to get Christina Hendrix from Mad Men. Oh and a spread in Rodders Journal will be perfect since I have a subscription already. Trout

Great minds... that is EXACTLY who I was picturing... over and over and over and over...

[weez]

Originally Posted by THR1LL3R

Christina Hendricks

Yeah, strangely enough, I can't seem to find her phone number... oh well-

[duffy.]

That would be the greatest combo ever photographed for a mag!

[baby loves chrome]

Great idea!!! Jimmy said let's get it done. Anyone have info on how to go about it would help? It would be so great to sell the prints and auction them off for the Hamb. I know a lot of people would love to have one with the model to go next to the weez print of Emerald Tide for sure.

[hotrodladycrusr]

Originally Posted by Tom davison

Yeah if there was ever the perfect car for no paint this would be it....only the people who followed this thread really know what went into it.

or if you saw the truck in person and looked at the build book....or talked to Jimmy or Debbie in person regarding the truck...or stopped by his shop.......there are lots of peeps not on the HAMB that would be able to comprehend the amount of work and skill that went into building this awesome truck.


Debbie, looking forward to seeing your whole family and going cruzn in Big Olds again.

[94hoghead]

Man! What a great truck, and a great shop.....

[DocWatson]

Originally Posted by COOP666

I LOVE that truck, but if I had to pick, I'd take Christina! (She's in a couple of episodes of Firefly too, for you SF nerds.)

Hey mate, I remember her from Firefly too. Am I a nerd?

Or should I ask If Im normal??
I dunno' but I like both the truck and Christina!

Doc.

(Yeah, Christina wins.......)

[DocWatson]

Sorry Coop!

[NotStockPhoto]

I have talked to Debbie, and Jimmy at both Good-Guys in Columbus, and at the Nats in Louisville. If all goes well we will do a recreation while I am in the St.Louis area over then next two weeks

[fuel10922]

Originally Posted by slammed

It's a 'lock' cover car for TRJ!

Yes! It should be featured in TRJ.