Technical Building a new Winfield...

Got these from the metal spinner today...



We are reallllly close! Just a couple minor tweaks... and I’m ready to solder!

 

As of last nite... float tweaks have been made, and a batch of S and SR floats are on order from the metal spinner. Should be soldering in no time!


Also was able to get the float bowl cover finished up...


The float bowl cover is slightly different than an original, as it was designed to incorporate a modern fuel valve with viton tipped needle. I was also able to retain interchangeability with all the original float hardware and fuel inlet block, so this float bowl cover can be directly interchanged with an original.


Now just have to build a tool for crimping the cover to retain the detent balls. Already have the stainless springs and balls to install.

 

Now on to the throttle barrel!

 

Simply amazing.

 

Long live fillister heads!

 

Amazing

 

WOW! Amazing talent!

 

This should be on display at Tiffany's or Cartier as Superior Automotive Jewelry !
Magnificent craftsmanship!

 

The Winfield carb looks amazing, outstanding work.

 

As already stated, you work is beyond impressive - keep posting and inspiring the rest of us. Look forward to seeing them up and running!!!

 

Thanks for the kind words fellas! I will continue to post progress rain or shine

My hope is to make some good progress on the throttle barrel thru the holiday... if only there were fewer holiday obligations! What good is a day off of work if you can’t spend it out in the shop...?!

 

Simply amazing work!! I love the tumbled look but the polished looks even better.
I recall reading (years ago) that down the street from Winfield's shop there was a place that plated a lot of bronze items like trophies and baby shoes and that that was the source of the "copper" plating. From this and the hint of plating left on my carbs I always assumed they were bronze plated.
https://caswellplating.com/electroplating-anodizing/bronze-plating-kits.html

 

It seems that you have an abundance of talent, and use it wisely.

 

Well now... there’s a word rarely used to describe my actions...!

 

I cannot remember when a piece of work impressed me as much as this Winfield has. That finished float bowl is stunning!

 

It took a bit longer than expected... but I’m finally ready to make some real progress on the Winfield S-B throttle barrel! After probably 150 hours of design and programming, I hope to finally start cutting on a block of aluminum tonite.


To be continued...

 

Looking forward to watching you work, Kevin!!!

 

Was able to spend the day in the shop today, and made some good progress on the first operation of the throttle barrel. This one won’t be perfect as there were a few small “oops” moments along the way... but should finish out good enough to test with if I can avoid any major mistakes before finishing. This is as far as I could go with the tools on hand, and won’t be able to finish the center bore till I order a few special tools next week

 

I am really enjoying being along for the ride on this one! Great work!

 

Like I said, stunning!!

 

Wicked cool

 

Mind blowing

 

That's a work of art!

 

Jeez, Kevin;
When you start marketing these, you may as well call the company; "Just Because I Can!" , because, well, you can. & very well I might add. .
Marcus...

 

This is too badass!! You should make a small run of them!

 

WOW!!!! Crazy how awesome this is. Do you think you may start selling them?

 

The original plan was only to make a few of the small parts... but you can see how well I am sticking to that plan?!

The current plan is to produce the S-B downdraft carburetor in its entirety. I should be able to finish 5 complete carbs... then I’ll figure out if there is enough interest to make more... or maybe even other sizes...?

 

If you need any product shots / marketing help, thats what I went to school for!

 

I’m not exactly close to making this decision, but...

Should I polish...?


Or copper plate...?


I’m thinkin copper plate!

 

Very nice either way! Impressive work!