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Projects Chopping two 1940 mercs

Discussion in 'Traditional Customs' started by Sledge, Oct 27, 2013.

  1. Right on, Kevan!!! beautiful work, man. You're Mercury is Phenomenal! I thought it was gorgeous and perfect before it's new paint job. I stand corrected. Keep it up!
     
  2. woodbutcher
    Joined: Apr 25, 2012
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    :D Both looking super.When they both hit the streets,it will be"Poetry in motion"X two.
    Good luck.Have fun.Be safe.
    Leo
     
  3. jwcaddy
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    Looking good Kevan!!!!! Much love for those 39-40 mercs.
     
  4. bobo1
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    Very nice job Kevan :)
     
  5. hombres ruin
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    Perfect chop. Proportions are so on the money. Great ride. Also where can I pick up one of your shirts?


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  6. HotRodDean
    Joined: Jan 11, 2007
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    Bloody lovely...perfection!
     
  7. nifty
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    Thanks Deano. I was surprised to see the photos of the car at the Midnight Mass, I had no idea that Kevan had done so much to her in the last few weeks. I'm astounded as to how this car is taking shape, the work Kevan is doing is simply stunning, with an eye for detail and quality that makes his work stand out. I hope that the choice of custom touches that we have chosen are also true to the period custom that we are striving for. .............dream in the making
     
  8. model.A.keith
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    live the dream before the dream outlives you .........!

    sweat ride, looking forward to seeing it..



    K
     
  9. ynottayblock
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    No matter how you do the B "pillar" (window trim) on these, if the chop is right every variation looks good. I think you've done slanted, curved and straight now and they all look fantastic.
     
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  10. DirtyNapkin
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    Looks great. Like everything you build


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  11. hombres ruin
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  12. 58 Delpala
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    Kevan I am once again astonished with the quality and beauty of your work. Keep it up man cause you do have a good eye.
     
  13. Burny
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    Amazing work...
     
  14. Sledge
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    Thanks guys, I really appreciate all the positive feedback! I should have some updates on Jason's Burgundy merc soon!
     
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  15. notrod13
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    You sir are a madman. I'm so damn glad I know ya


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  16. carlitoswhay
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    Super nice build and so clean too!!! Its rad

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  17. WWinIL
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    congrats Kevan on TRJ issue #65 cover !!!
     
  18. Graveyardsaint1
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    Nice..


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  19. Sledge
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    Thanks man! A couple more weeks and it will be out!
     
  20. Sledge
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    Sorry I haven't posted for a while. The two mercs turned into 6 mercs so everything's been hectic! Nathans car is getting ready for paint and is slow process but the doors, hood, and trunk are about ready.
    Here's some of the parts being worked on at my body guy Charlie's Shop. Since this picture they have all been primed, sanded and blocked out.
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    Jason's roof is nearly done and now Im starting on the stainless window frames. This chop is a lot more aggressive than Nathans but still has a nice flow. Im really happy with how it turned out.
    [​IMG]
     
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  21. Sledge
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    Front shot of Jasons Merc
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  22. SicSpeed
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    Sledge Hammer
    Watching your treads, I'm learning a lot. Going to be doing my own work on a mild truck. Your work is Righteous


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  23. tahoe52coupe
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    Awesome thread! Thanks
     
  24. Just ran across this thread, while at the Apple store, waiting for my wife's POS computer to get fixed. :(
    If y'all looked in the dictionary, under perfect chops...you would see a picture of these two. Wow! :cool:
    Subscribed.
    JT
     
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  26. ne'erdowell
    Joined: Nov 30, 2005
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    Your work is spectacular! I have a couple of questions. Do all of the Mercs that you do end up with Flatheads, 3 speeds and banjo rears? It just seems right, but everything I've seen focuses on the amazing body work and I'm curious. On your green Merc (awesome), what did you do suspension-wise to get the perfect stance? Congrats on TRJ. Thanks, Dave
     
  27. Sheeeesh......nice work man. Love your flair, and style. Outstanding metal work !! Sledge the Merc' Man. Have to remember that for my "if I get lucky" days. Love that era Mercury and Lincoln.
     
  28. Sledge
    Joined: Feb 5, 2008
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    from Nor Cal

    Thanks Dave! Yeah most the cars we do have Flathead engines. Jason's currently has a flatty but will be getting a 49 Caddy soon! Yes the stock trans and banjos work fine so we leave them. The green merc got lowered with a flattened rear crossmember and a modified front spring.
     

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