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> The Crest: Version 2, - This time, it gets framed
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post Jun 11 2017, 08:14 AM
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I though you might enjoy seeing some details on this "build".

With "Crest Version 1" (my interpretation) being given away as a WCR award, I've decided to make some "improvements" to V2. This one will hang in my home office.

As you may have noticed in my LS build (with things like the engine compartment panel), I most often have to build something and experience it physically before I know what I really like. Same thing is happening here.

Comparing V1 and the pieces/cut patterns for V2, you can see I decided to add an additional layer to the main body area - I think that'll be more interesting and better balanced.

The grid in the design is 4'x4' so you can see, this uses a bit of metal! I'm thinking I may do this one in stainless, depending on cost.

And I have an idea for a wall frame that should be pretty neat. More on that as I get to it.


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post Jun 11 2017, 08:52 AM
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This should be fun!!
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post Jun 11 2017, 09:02 AM
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post Jun 11 2017, 01:49 PM
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I think it looks great
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post Jun 12 2017, 09:18 AM
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I'm still considering additional design changes so I decided to go ahead and do this version in regular vs stainless steel. I try to maximize material usage but it's a challenge with the odd, "one each" pieces I need.

In the end, there's not much left of a 4x5' sheet of steel - and there are still pieces to be cut! (Yes, this is "wrong side up".)

I'll pick up more material today or tomorrow. I'd like to get this finished in time to take it to the next R Gruppe / EASY gathering. I think those folks would enjoy seeing it.


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post Jun 12 2017, 09:40 AM
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The cut parts on the table. I cut those little "locating holes" on all the parts which makes it a slam dunk to get each piece just where it's supposed to be.

Again, the differences with this version are the addition of the panels (show only in the upper right area) that will add dimension where previously, I just did cut lines.


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post Jun 12 2017, 09:45 AM
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What are you using to cut it as in what brand plasma table?
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post Jun 12 2017, 10:11 AM
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QUOTE(mb911 @ Jun 12 2017, 08:45 AM) *

What are you using to cut it as in what brand plasma table?


I have an old (like from 1998) PlasmaCam 4'x4' table with a Miller 375 Extreme plasma cutter.

I just learned that PlasmaCam is no longer supporting this verision and spare parts are limited to what they have in stock. So I just bought all new bearings, a few spare pulley and belt sets, etc.

I have this project and two "surprise" gifts I'm doing for some special 914 folks (what, oh what might these be??? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) ) and then I plan to pull it apart for a rebuild.

I've been eyeing the Archlight Dynamics 5x5 table as a replacement but so long as the good ol' PlasmaCam still works well, I figure I may as well hold off. Though I would really like the torch height control. Someday....
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post Jun 12 2017, 12:15 PM
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Nice work as usual, I like your welding table as well. Your shop must be huge!
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post Jun 17 2017, 03:43 PM
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Finished cutting the pieces. I'm really liking how it looks with the addition of panels. It just looks more "finished" to me.
Now it's "some assembly required" time! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/welder.gif)


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post Jun 17 2017, 03:46 PM
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My wife recently retired and she's happy to run errands for me! (Gotta love her!)
So I asked her to go pick up an order at the metal yard.
Problem was, they cut a couple pieces incorrectly and instead of 2 @ 24" x 48", I ended up with 4 @ 24" x24".
What to do...?

Scale the crest by 50% and make a 2 foot tall baby one!

I think I may paint this one...


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post Jun 17 2017, 03:50 PM
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And I may as well disclose how I plan to frame and light the big one.
Remember that '72 I parted out a while back? Well it struck me that the targa bar would be a cool soffit! I'll add a backing and some lighting up inside it, etc.

Should be pretty cool!


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post Jun 25 2017, 09:23 PM
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I need to become proficient at TIG welding and figured the 2 foot version of the crest would be good practice. Before I knew it, I was done!

I decided not to paint it as I like the raw look. I'll hit all the stand-off panels with a flap disc to give then the same pattern, then it's clear coat everything and this little guy is ready to go. Not sure what I'll do with it. probably end up giving it away.

Now it's back to the big one!


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post Jun 25 2017, 11:13 PM
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Looks fantastic as always Chris...I am more than thankful to own and display v1!

Tony
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post Jun 25 2017, 11:37 PM
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Nice work! That will look cool
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post Jun 26 2017, 07:31 AM
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Figure out a price! I bet some of the higher end Porsche guy's and shops would lap it up.
But then you might get a letter.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

I'd also make it just a hair smaller so you can make it out of a 1/4 or 1/2 sheet.
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post Jun 26 2017, 08:22 AM
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QUOTE(Mark Henry @ Jun 26 2017, 06:31 AM) *

Figure out a price! I bet some of the higher end Porsche guy's and shops would lap it up.
But then you might get a letter.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)

I'd also make it just a hair smaller so you can make it out of a 1/4 or 1/2 sheet.


Hi Mark - Yep, doubt I'll sell them. I tend to give away most of my stuff. It keeps things fun vs. "I have to get this done by next week...", etc.

And I'm with you on material usage. Here's the cut layout for the 2 footer. I can get 2 complete sets of parts out of a 4' x4' sheet.


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post Jun 26 2017, 08:25 AM
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And then this fell off the plasma table...

Another "thanks for all you do!" I decided to make for McMark! I was inspired by his t-shirt that I got at WCR. Yes, the wrench/screwdriver aren't set correctly but they will be when it's done. (Please people, give me a little credit! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) )

It'll be about 36" wide when complete.

Say it with me: Thanks Mark! For all you do for us and our little cars! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)


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post Jun 26 2017, 08:35 AM
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That looks amazing! Are you able to just burn the metal and not just cut through? It almost looks like thats what you did.
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post Jun 26 2017, 10:09 AM
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