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IMG_5802.jpgKerry has been after me for a long time to document some of the processes we go through in building the tractor parts. Because of existing competition, every step will not be shown, but a general idea of what it takes to make a large, low crown panel that matches the factory part.
These techniques can be applied to anything, especially parts with lots of shape, reverses, and varying radii.
As the saying goes, anything can be done with time and money...
Recently, we had a request to duplicate a hood that was damaged in a engine failure situation. Original parts are very hard to find in good condition for this particular model, but we managed to locate an original to work from.
as you can see, there is quite a bit of shaping to be done. The problem area, and something we have always struggled with, is the variable radius along the edges. It blends smoothly from a 2-1/4" R to a 1-1/4" R
This part is roughly 7 feet long