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Forum: Basic questions and answers 10-04-2023, 02:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,724
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Re: hole saw type pipe notcher ?

I need to buy one to fabricate pipe hand railings on an outside steel staircase. Is there any brand that is highly recommended or particular brand I should stay away from :confused::confused: I’d...
Forum: Automotive Projects 10-01-2023, 06:44 PM
Replies: 655
Views: 999,610
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
I like solid (non-metallic) colors myself. You...

I like solid (non-metallic) colors myself. You can touch up small chips with a tiny paint brush so they are really a more practical color for a car that you are actually going to drive in the real...
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 09-13-2023, 06:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,077
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Every time I see it demonstrated it’s inside...

Every time I see it demonstrated it’s inside corners or straight lines with a guide plate. The welds look impressive but I just don’t know how useful it would be for welding 2 parts of a curved...
Forum: General Discussion 07-28-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,591
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
I've posted it before but I'll post it again. ...

I've posted it before but I'll post it again. Metal shaping is an easy craft / hobby to fall in love with but a tuff deal to make $$$ at. Hey, I'm still waiting for that customer with deep pockets...
Forum: General Discussion 06-13-2023, 09:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,057
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Re: Cadzilla

Cadzilla construction shots…….. enjoy :). ~ John Buchtenkirch
https://www.customcarchronicle.com/forums/topic/cadzilla-the-craig-naff-files/
Forum: Basic questions and answers 05-18-2023, 11:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,024
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Just carefully fold up that rear hem. Just a few...

Just carefully fold up that rear hem. Just a few degrees at a time, then a little more and so on, DON’T try to fold up just one area all the way. It may help to heat the very edge with a torch to...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 05-11-2023, 03:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,024
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
I just don’t see why you wouldn’t separate the...

I just don’t see why you wouldn’t separate the upper skin from the reinforcement ? Then you can metal finish the skin from both sides, an obvious great advantage. Insert tapered pins in the drilled...
Forum: General Discussion 05-03-2023, 09:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,721
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
In the USA the package tray or package shelf is...

In the USA the package tray or package shelf is the horizontal panel in front of the rear window, not behind it. ~ John Buchtenkirch
Forum: General Discussion 03-31-2023, 03:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,721
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Correct name for an auto body panel ?

What is the correct name for the panel between the back window (back-light) and the trunk lid (deck lid) ? Years ago I saw it listed in a hot rod magazine as a “Tulip panel” but with over 50 years...
Forum: Automotive Projects 03-07-2023, 09:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,414
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
I really like what you’ve done there :):):) and...

I really like what you’ve done there :):):) and congratulations on your award. I just have to wonder if you’re going to have covers on the frame below the headers or possibly a partial hood to tie...
Forum: General Discussion 01-08-2023, 11:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,468
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Unbelievable welding speed ?

My God, the speed of this welding is just about unbelievable. I have no idea about the structural soundness of the welds but the beads look so consistent even on rusted metal ! Could they have sped...
Forum: General Discussion 12-21-2022, 01:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,104
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Cornfield customs

NEAT, I watched it twice. ~ John Buchtenkirch
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJYLH4d0f50
Forum: General Discussion 08-16-2022, 08:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,636
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
I couldn't agree more. I'm glad I bought what I...

I couldn't agree more. I'm glad I bought what I own back then. I couldn't afford it today. ~ John Buchtenkirch
P.S. I went to all the Grumman, Fairchild and Sperry auctions and ran out of $$$...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 08-14-2022, 07:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,537
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
WOW, $752.33 for that ! The Chinese will...

WOW, $752.33 for that ! The Chinese will probably copy it within the year for under $200 :eek:. ~ John Buchtenkirch
Forum: General Discussion 08-01-2022, 09:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,960
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
NICE, that would be a great addition to any...

NICE, that would be a great addition to any fabrication shop ? How thick can it cut ? ~ John Buchtenkirch
Forum: General Discussion 07-24-2022, 06:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,733
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
After many interruptions and a few problems I...

After many interruptions and a few problems I finally have my kitchen top pretty much ready to install. The 16 gauge brushed stainless sheet was $640 so I was very careful not to make any serious...
Forum: Individual Classifieds 07-17-2022, 06:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,500
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
I always say it’s an easy business to fall in...

I always say it’s an easy business to fall in love with but a hard business to make a decent living at. Then you get a prick customer that just can’t understand how long it takes to make a part and...
Forum: Automotive Projects 07-09-2022, 01:40 PM
Replies: 2,001
Views: 1,919,037
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Most conscious hands-on craftsmen will be more...

Most conscious hands-on craftsmen will be more critical of their own work than other people’s. And rightly so because they have spent untold hours on parts and pieces (you could say almost to the...
Forum: General Discussion 07-01-2022, 09:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,833
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Banned ???

Has the sale of auto body lead been banned in the U.S.A. :confused: ~ John Buchtenkirch
Forum: Basic questions and answers 06-16-2022, 05:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,214
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
It appears to be a machine for putting flanges on...

It appears to be a machine for putting flanges on ductwork so it’s likely rated for only 24 or 22 gauge sheet…… maybe even 20 gauge but it’s all only a guess on my part. All sheet metal machines...
Forum: Individual Classifieds 05-28-2022, 06:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,765
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Photos ? You will do better posting photos. :) ...

Photos ? You will do better posting photos. :) ~ John Buchtenkirch
Forum: General Discussion 05-15-2022, 10:53 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,908
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Damned shame IMO.

Another great American company falls to the onslaught of cheap Asian tools :mad::mad::mad:. ~ John Buchtenkirch
https://lowellcorp.com/porter-ferguson/
Forum: General Discussion 05-06-2022, 11:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,649
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
THANKS.......... that is admittedly a new one...

THANKS.......... that is admittedly a new one for me :eek:. I would much rather punch holes in sheet metal but sometimes don't have the correct size tooling. Now something new to try :). ~ ...
Forum: General Discussion 04-26-2022, 03:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,733
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Stainless kitchen top questions ???

I have to make a stainless steel top for 2 cabinets and a dishwasher in my own future kitchen. I’m wondering how thick the SS should have to be so it will not dent during kitchen use ? I’m planning...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 04-25-2022, 06:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,917
Posted By John Buchtenkirch
Hard to answer. I’ve seen aftermarket panels...

Hard to answer. I’ve seen aftermarket panels that were actually thicker than the stock metal but you are correct in suspecting that they are in most cases thinner than the original factory panels. ...
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