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Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by 193257, Jan 10, 2011.

  1. I dont think WOW truely covers what has been achieved so far. But WOW.

    His shop is like a Science Lab, exactly as it should be. The old advertising signs for all walls are fantastic, and the Green Rod in the back ground is another highlight, any more pics?
    To just decide to build a better suited chassis is great and to have state of the art equipment is magic.

    The Results will be Priceless !!
     
  2. 45_70Sharps
    Joined: May 19, 2010
    Posts: 331

    45_70Sharps
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    Wish I had just a little of that talent!!

    Very impressive. It takes a lot of artistic vision to be able to do that kind of work.
    I'll be watching this build.
     
  3. crankster
    Joined: Dec 26, 2010
    Posts: 42

    crankster
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    from down under

    Amazing ,thanks for posting Jimmy's builds.
    At the start of the Emerald Tide thread you said Jimmy was working on a
    handbuilt hotrod that was taking to long to finish.
    Did this car get finished ?
    Thanks.
     
  4. K and K
    Joined: Sep 17, 2010
    Posts: 129

    K and K
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    Subscribed to this one...
     
  5. holy whole....of holes.....;):D

    Craftsman.

    Interesting to see that despite radically (but tastefully) changing the chassis so much he still retained the front beam axle (although looks like it's dropped waaaaaaay deep...).

    wow.
     
  6. 193257
    Joined: Dec 10, 2007
    Posts: 327

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    Ya Frank

    We here in the St. Louis area often kid about Jimmy being from a different planet.
    Rick
     
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  7. 193257
    Joined: Dec 10, 2007
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    Unfortunely he hasn't finished that car yet but you can bet your sweet bippy he will. I'll have to post up some pics of the chassis. You talk about slick. I don't know if you can see it or not but it's under the rack that has the firebird on it. Rick
     
  8. damn, subscribed
     
  9. Subscribed...................Dang!, I'm a hack
     
  10. 193257
    Joined: Dec 10, 2007
    Posts: 327

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    Jimmy wants to retain the look of the truck as much as possible. Some times it's hard to make a car or truck look and sit like the artist draws it and still function properly. Jimmy decided this was the best way to lower the truck and still retain the ride because this truck will be driven. It's a shame the frame will be covered up because it's a thing of beauty. Rick










     
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  11. Wow...stinkin' wow! Killer shop and amazing build...wish my skill level was just a portion of his...(wish I had some of those killer tools too!)....cannot wait to see the finished truck
     
  12. Villalex
    Joined: Jan 7, 2011
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    Villalex
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    from Austin TX

    Absolutely amazing [​IMG] [​IMG]
     
  13. pan-dragger
    Joined: Sep 13, 2006
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    wow. Can't wait for more.
     
  14. Style Deluxe Hamburg
    Joined: Sep 18, 2007
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    Style Deluxe Hamburg
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    god damn...awesome workin skills
     
  15. resqd37Zep
    Joined: Aug 28, 2006
    Posts: 3,216

    resqd37Zep
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    from Nor Cal

    Man he makes it look so easy. Beautiful Job once again.
     
  16. ryno
    Joined: Oct 6, 2005
    Posts: 3,470

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    awesome work as usual from jimmy.
    thanks rick for taking the time to put this all together for all too enjoy.
    see you in a few months, Austin bound!
     
  17. sololobo
    Joined: Aug 23, 2006
    Posts: 8,378

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    What are those rings in the water of the lake from? Thats where I dumped my body tools after I saw this thread. What a priviledge to see a master craftsperson creating such fab stuff. The profile on that cab is sweet. Thanx for sharing this major talented builders work with us. Amazing ~sololobo~
     
  18. That frame is a work of art, this is going to be a great build to follow.
     
  19. Hot Rod Bob
    Joined: Mar 21, 2007
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    from T-ville Ky

    We are watching the next LEGEND working here!!!!
     
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  20. R Frederick
    Joined: Mar 30, 2009
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    R Frederick
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    from illinois

    With the amount of equipment and room in that shop, it would be a pleasure to work like that.
     
  21. autobodyed
    Joined: Mar 5, 2008
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    autobodyed
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    from shelton ct

    i bow down to you sir james, i am not worthy.
     
  22. ToddJ
    Joined: Jul 11, 2008
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    ToddJ
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    from Marion, IA

    This truck is going to be amazing! Beautiful work on the body and the frame! Weez is gonna FLIP!!!!!!
     
  23. Stayed at the same hotel as Jimmy & his family during the Nationals,had the opportunity to talk to them at breakfast an around the hotel great folks an super talented person.
     
  24. 54BOMB
    Joined: Oct 23, 2004
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    Seriously good work. He makes it look so simple. :eek:
     
  25. xhotrodder
    Joined: Jul 2, 2009
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    Damn I wish I had half his talent. Truly a gifted person.
     
  26. tomget
    Joined: Nov 11, 2009
    Posts: 4

    tomget
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    WOW Jimmy

    Boy that's some talented builder. I do my own chops--one anyway, and similar hot rod trucks in my tiny shop at home with some tools but a minimum I think. People like my work--amateur stuff-and I drive and keep my few builds, and I really enjoy seeing somebody do it all so correctly. I do the best I can and it ends up looking OK to most, but I'd have to have some super training to operate an English Wheel or half the cool tools he has. I don't have those kinds of tools and don't want them, because I'm not that great a craftsman. This guy succeeds in a really clean build at each bend in the road and makes something difficult look doable. I think its doable for him and the master builders and appreciate how talented Jimmy is. Great job Jimmy
     
  27. Church
    Joined: Nov 15, 2002
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    Church
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    from South Bay

    Awesome. The craftsmanship and attention to detail on Emerald Tide was astounding.
     
  28. JeffreyJames
    Joined: Jun 13, 2007
    Posts: 16,628

    JeffreyJames
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    from SUGAR CITY

    Since you're an Art Whore Coby and the Emerald Tide IS art you should buy it to add to the collection. Do you have enough wall space for it?
     
  29. selohssa
    Joined: Jun 16, 2009
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  30. dustdevil
    Joined: Mar 2, 2009
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    dustdevil
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    from illinois

    I'm sure this will be just as detailed as the Tide!! It is awesome to see in person. I can't wait to see this one!! I think it is quite a honor to have someone build something from an artist, let a lone twice. What a great combo, great artist and builder.
     

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