What is a beautiful roadster? I started this project nearly three years ago, asking that question, never understanding the time and commitment involved to see it thru, and possibly achieve an answer. On paper we decided the direction to take. As the build progressed, so did the design (an element of any good design). Then came the parts and pieces. Both time and money were huge factors, but mostly the time involved with finding exactly the right parts. For awhile things seemed to be at a stand still, but once the engine was found, it all started to progress again. This also shaped the direction the roadster was going. The Hemi set back deep into the firewall, with six strombergs on top looked absolutely bitchin'! Everything was moving along again! With a project of this caliber, one can not help but learn so much, and meet so many knowledgeable great people, which adds to the experience and value of the project. My life has been devoted to seeing this project out, and because of this I have missed great opportunities, and have lost people that meant everything to me. This leaves me questioning: Is this really worth all that I have lost? I don't know if I have an answer yet, but I do know that this roadster is me. I have touched every aspect of this car, and with the help of some great people, I have created something like no other. I think this is what makes a beautiful roadster. - Josh Therrien stay tuned . . . background on the project can be found here: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=444589 progress shots can be found here: (half the pics are missing now, I am trying to take care of that) http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=489941
Awesome. Just found your previous thread only to find all the photos gone. Great to see it here. The indoor shot is over the top! Keep on!
Some really nice work on it, I like it. I also like the hardwood floors and panelling in your garage. Don
You mentioned you have lost a lot of friends along the way...What created the split between your project and your friends? I mean, it's none of my business, but since you mentioned it...
Hey Josh I subscribed to the original thread and always liked getting an email letting me know there was an update. If I may offer any advice keep at it mate just never put friends or family before it as it will always be in the workshop but people arent always around - you can guess how I know this. That beig said I love where you have taken this and am stoked I can follow this build.
I've been checking on you all along. It looks great...! Only thing you need to do is see if you can get a little more set-back on the engine.... Keep it up, I love it.
I remember this build, I thought it was cool, and would have kept the original hood sides vs the (nice) new ones you made though.
Just posted your build the other day. The pictures were all gone. I wish you'd keep it all in one spot! Love it.
Thanks for starting an updated build thread, I've always liked this project. I can totally relate to the relationship you have with it, my Roadster project started in 1962, and may never be finished. Bob
I've been following this project since day one and have been eagerly awaiting for an update. Good to see this is still alive. That motor set-back is nuts. In a good sense.
Other than the look, was there another reason for the engine set back? The cars lines are VERY nice. Great work.
Not really my choice of style but with the way you are going on this you might change my mind! Really well executed and the proportions are spot on. I like the hood sides and the grill treatment- very well done. Look forward to seeing more!
I really like the car but why the extreme setback on the engine? From all appearances there will be no leg room in the car and you knees will be up under your chin flanking the steering wheel in a very uncomfortable position. It doesn't look like a car that is designed to sit "on" like a T bucket but down in in a race car manner If it were mine I'd move the engine as far forward as the hood angles would allow until I got some leg room.
The Jalopy Journal
