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> BUILD-OFF CHALLENGE: Tygaboy's '75 LS3, It seemed a good idea at the time...
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post Nov 21 2018, 02:33 PM
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In conclusion, here's my Fail Display. Only SEVEN (7) tries (from right to left) as I evolved the design then perfected (ahem...) the process to fab the part.

Good news on all fronts:
1. The part is where I wanted it to be
2. My swear jar is full!

"Mad Skills", indeed.

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!
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post Nov 21 2018, 02:34 PM
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I am amazed with your fab work and neat-o collection of tools!
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post Nov 21 2018, 08:45 PM
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Boy that's good stuff! Glad you refilled that jar too. I had to upgrade mine to the jumbo size.
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post Nov 22 2018, 04:50 PM
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Fitting up the sides of the upper panel. Lots of "sand, fit, sand, fit..." to sneak up on the final shape.
Things came together nicely on both.


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post Nov 22 2018, 04:55 PM
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I changed the design - imagine that! The entire lower doghouse will be removable. It gives me tons more access than having just a removable front panel.

Here, I'm just playing with fit and how I like the overall look.


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post Nov 22 2018, 09:37 PM
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A work of art, just like that driver seat! By the way will that seat bolt in or will you have to fab something for it to fit?
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post Nov 30 2018, 07:40 PM
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To quote AC/DC:
"Back in Black"

Some stock parts, some of the items I fabbed. After nothing but raw surfaces, it's so nice to see things in a final finish.


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post Nov 30 2018, 07:48 PM
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And since retirement, my yard art business is picking up. So I decided to upgrade my plasma table. I ordered an Arclight Dynamics 5'x5' table with adds on that support engraving (think marking for holes, bend lines, script, part #s, etc.) a tube cutter that handles up to 8" tube, and a router attachment that can do 3d carving in wood and plastic.

If you're interested in details: https://arclightcnc.com/

This is going to be very cool!
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post Nov 30 2018, 08:02 PM
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QUOTE(tygaboy @ Nov 30 2018, 05:40 PM) *

To quote AC/DC:
"Back in Black"

Some stock parts, some of the items I fabbed. After nothing but raw surfaces, it's so nice to see things in a final finish.


Nice & fresh!
Keeping ya busy out there.
Carry on.....waiting for more

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/santa_smiley.gif) New tools to play with!
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post Nov 30 2018, 09:14 PM
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QUOTE(tygaboy @ Nov 30 2018, 05:48 PM) *

And since retirement, my yard art business is picking up. So I decided to upgrade my plasma table. I ordered an Arclight Dynamics 5'x5' table with adds on that support engraving (think marking for holes, bend lines, script, part #s, etc.) a tube cutter that handles up to 8" tube, and a router attachment that can do 3d carving in wood and plastic.

If you're interested in details: https://arclightcnc.com/

This is going to be very cool!

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SO AWESOME!
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post Dec 1 2018, 05:12 PM
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Chris did you pickup the Auto Tracer also, that sounds like a neat addition for guys that do CAD. We can do both Computer and Cardboard Aided Design. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

Nice to take a paper or cardboard template and use the Auto Tracer to make the part. I think you could also use it for taking stuff you might have done in lets say 22 ga, and moving to 14ga or plate.

Neat table, I like it
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post Dec 1 2018, 05:16 PM
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QUOTE(914forme @ Dec 1 2018, 03:12 PM) *

Chris did you pickup the Auto Tracer also, that sounds like a neat addition for guys that do CAD. We can do both Computer and Cardboard Aided Design. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)

Nice to take a paper or cardboard template and use the Auto Tracer to make the part. I think you could also use it for taking stuff you might have done in lets say 22 ga, and moving to 14ga or plate.

Neat table, I like it


Hi Stephen - No, I didn't order the Auto Tracer. I can always add later. I considered it but so far, I've been able to pretty quickly get from a drawing or sample part to a .dxf. But who knows? As I get more into things. It's not expensive so we'll see... plus, I'm clearly a tool whore!
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post Dec 1 2018, 05:19 PM
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Nope, I didn't like that last design. Too many sharp corners. So, while I like this new design far more, it's more complicated. Awesome, more "experience" coming my way... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)

Anyway, here's the latest as I mock up, trial fit, sand, tweak, etc.


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Wow I look at those compound miters and the excellent fitment and just drool. Awesome work Chris.
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I'd say there was a therapy group for all problems, but I'm afraid yours is unique. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)
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That is way too nice looking to cover in dynamat and carpet! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)

You are making me REALLY want a plasma table...

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post Dec 2 2018, 08:24 AM
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QUOTE(dan10101 @ Dec 1 2018, 10:06 PM) *

I'd say there was a therapy group for all problems, but I'm afraid yours is unique. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) but then I would come as I have very similar issues, tool whore, remaking things 4x times for every build. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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I think a lot of us could gather round.

Problem is we would only reinforce our tendencies to keep tinkering forever. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)

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(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) but we would make one hell of a choir
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post Dec 2 2018, 04:07 PM
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QUOTE(dan10101 @ Dec 1 2018, 07:06 PM) *

I'd say there was a therapy group for all problems, but I'm afraid yours is unique. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)


@dan10101 - Yours has to be my favorite entry on this build thread! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif)
And, it would seem, based on those self-identifying with this same affliction, you've helped spotlight a larger population in need of some sort of help.

In true 914 World fashion, I suppose we need to hold a contest to name this disease.
I'll start with a few that immediately popped into my head:

- Refab-itis
- Do-overism
- Jesusmanjustgetonwithitwouldyou Syndrome

Have at it, gents. I feel another t-shirt design coming on...
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