The Jalopy Journal
Sorry for the delay in responding, got locked out/computor issues ... Regarding the question of size/scale, I'm considering maybe a golf kart...
Sure it would but, there would have to be a place to put a full sized car! Since having our lives implode due to the drastic change in the...
I poked at that old thread a few days ago, to see if anyone cared. In the process, I reread the entire 15+ pages and fell in love with the project...
So, I have just gotten back from my evening 'dog-walk' (I always think better while walking), my conclusion? I think I am going to scratch-build a...
I have also decided to use an inner structure but, I too am not comfortable with the differing expansion rates of steel to fiberglass. You have...
Good to hear back from you! Al and I have stayed in contact, last month he sent me some pin-striping supplies I had left with him on our departure...
The technique I use for repairing RV collision damage is compatible with the original mat constructed article, whether it is an end-cap or...
Sometimes, you hear comments about this or that, regarding fiberglass techniques. I have 'heard' it touted that mat is 'strong in all directions'...
If the original F-85 is no longer available or if transporting what's left of it proves to be unfeasable (Idaho to Texas), I'd still like to use...
Another design facet that deserves to be revisited is the front fenders and hood area. The fenders were going to allow the exposed headers/lake...
Hey guys, thanks for the interest! This has remained a glowing ember in the back of my mind since I had to 'cash in my chips'. No point in cryin'...
Of that original project, I had tapered the body from front to back both from the side and down the middle when viewed from the front. Upon...
Now, back to the speculatin' about reviving the F-85 project! When I left Idaho in March of '12, the Cutlass remained in the possession of Allan...
Yup, that was my brother. If you liked the 'sketches' you'd really appreciate his largely autobiographical, 'Brush with Passion', an excellent...
I personally, never met Ed Roth. Which is really sad, considering the fact that he was a regular fixture at my Mom's house. Back in high school,...
Happy New Year, 2015! Lol, bet you thought I was all done here! Not quite, but there have been some serious changes in our lives. The Update: My...
Need Louvers, you're not supposed to put her clothes in the dryer while she's still wearin' 'em....
Racerdad, great progress! So glad to see you were not only able to retain your car, but you will actually be able to finish it! We're not all so...
Had this same problem on an old 'Astro' when I first started painting. The nozzle just needed to be tighter than I was comfortable tightening it!...
Hi just saw your post for a metalshaper on the Hamb. I have a build thread that shows some of my work/how I think/plan & execute. If, after...
Greezeball, believe it or not both my wife and I are actually looking forward to this change. Yes, it is a bit scary and right now, uncertain too....
Ok, this was more of a case of 'wishful thinking' than a real job offer. Jan & I can't entertain a continuation of that kind of life anymore. So,...
For those of you who are waiting to see what happens here, I'm trying to make contact with 'Rodens machine shop'. So far the phones busy! Can you...
Thank you guys! The auction went well, not as much cash generated as I'd like but, It's an auction! Ha We were able to generate enough to pay for...
Hey Kelly, 'Sphinx', here on the Hamb, might be able to help with this transportation situation. If you need references, he is well known here...
Again, Welcome from the Hamb and from me! Glad to finally see you here on the Hamb and not only showing text, but pictures too! Yer 'bro,...
Hey BF-Pete! It could be so much worse! My wife & I are very fortunate to have the 'shop' as an asset that can be liquidated to help us start our...
Hahaha, Al! Finally, you are on here! Ha Yes, for those who are interested, it's almost a done deal. I'll give the new owners of the...
After much consideration I have decided to list this car for sale 'As Is' in the classified section here on the Hamb. I hope someone here sees the...
Streetneat, Nice to have you here on the Hamb ... again! Welcome. Yes, just because you have talent and the ability to do some really great...
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