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Post by Spanish Rob on Dec 20, 2011 0:54:19 GMT
you really are enjoying this aren't you! ;D
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Post by allsorts on Dec 20, 2011 22:14:56 GMT
Yup!
However, Christmas is coming so I am going to have to stop playing. This will be my last post on this thread until the new year: but (in the words of the prophet), I'll be back.
Allsorts
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Post by stevem on Dec 21, 2011 21:11:22 GMT
Do you do this type of thing for a living ?
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Post by allsorts on Dec 22, 2011 14:38:09 GMT
No Steve, I'm just a chancer.
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Post by benjirixon on Dec 22, 2011 20:22:36 GMT
awsome thread fairplay..............
have really enjoyed following so far and cant wait to see more.
your effort has been incredible !
top work
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Post by Spanish Rob on Jan 1, 2012 11:27:33 GMT
All sorts. Its the New Year. I hope you are in your man shed putting together the next posting... Coz i am getting fed up of smallframecoldturkey! We need updates Pleeeeez
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Post by allsorts on Jan 1, 2012 17:00:48 GMT
Patience. Play will resume after the 3rd Jan.
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Post by allsorts on Jan 8, 2012 20:56:42 GMT
Well, when I said 3rd January, but it soon became 8th January.... Down the workshop today and I got to grips with the rust holes at the bottom of the LHS bubble. I decided to tackle this in two sections as this is simpler for me to tackle. First I cut a cardboard template,and then cut it in mild steel. I deliberately left it hanging over the bottom edge. Once again the sheet metal clamps I built earlier proved useful as I tacked it in place on the upper edges. I then used the hydraulic crimping tool (seen elsewhere on this site to create the edge of the SS legshields), to create the shape on the bottom of the bubble. I simply used the tool around the 1/4" rod that I had welded around the bottom of the bubble. As it was crimped-up, the shape was formed. It was much easier to form the shape after it was tacked into place. Shaping it prior to welding would have been much more demanding. I then moved on to repair the next hole. The finished item looks better on this photo than it really is.... ..... but there is nothing that some filler won't cover. I've got lots of projects on the go at the moment,so progress on the SS might be slightly slow in the next couple of weeks.
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Post by smallframetony on Jan 10, 2012 23:36:00 GMT
looking brilliant ! Its great that your actually doing this, most wouldnt dare to attempt what you have !
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davie
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Post by davie on Jan 13, 2012 22:16:37 GMT
Unbelievable . . .
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Post by allsorts on Jan 20, 2012 22:27:41 GMT
Sorry if things have been a bit quiet on the resto front, but I've had bits of "real-life" getting in the way (car needed work before an MoT).
I want to cut the legshields and although there have been good measurements on this forum, the measurements don't help me ensure that the curves are captured correctly. I have made contact with a couple of local SS90 owners and asked if I can visit them and cut a template. Unfortunately, none have got back to me in time for this weekend. Nevermind, there is always next week.
Meanwhile, I'll have a look at prepping the floor and the headset. I have to get the frame blasted before I weld the floor in place as there is a lot of rust in the tunnel, but I can still prepare for the welding by drilling holes for the stand and foot brake.
I need to re-make the controls in the headset and make provision for the disc master cylinder.
So, plenty to do.
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Post by brainspk50s on Jan 20, 2012 22:37:08 GMT
Your doing a great job it's a pity about no replys back. I like the colour the sand blasting leaves the metal
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Post by tony on Jan 20, 2012 23:36:32 GMT
My offer still stands mate
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Post by allsorts on Jan 20, 2012 23:39:51 GMT
I counted you in amongst the people I was hoping to contact. I tried to call you today, but you seem to be out of the country...... As I say, there is plenty to be getting along with, and we'll catch-up when your back in Blighty.
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Post by Spanish Rob on Jan 21, 2012 3:59:06 GMT
Hi
I approached I guy I know who has a 50ss in his shop window about taking a template a while ago. If you call me an talk me through how you want the thing made I will take a roll of wallpaper down there and pen for to help u get busy with the fakery. Then I'll post it ya.
If you want it sending quick give me a buzz between 10am and midday Saturday. His shop will be open and he's sure to let me in to do it. Speak soon Or later in the week if u want...
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Post by gaz72 on Jan 25, 2012 22:04:06 GMT
allsorts
i have a rh side legshield template in ali kindly loaned to me by scfcpinky for my project - i`m sure he would nt mind if i forward it to you if it helps- i`m having a go this weekend on a knackered frame once i`ve done that i`m relying on someone for welding before i do the good frame - having watched this thread i wish you lived close to me !
you will probably get round to doing your legshields before my frames back then you can return them to me
let me know
Cracking thread and top job your doing - I`ll take anything on but welding
gary
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Post by allsorts on Jan 29, 2012 21:17:47 GMT
Thanks Gary, but things have moved on. I met up with Tony on Thursday night and I took some measurements from the Hornet. We made a template and marked-up my frame with a CD marker pen (indelible and narrow - useful in the workshop). We both stood back and said "That'll do" before retiring to the pub. Back at my workshop, I took some checking measurements and reached for the angle grinder with the 1mm blade. Deep breath, and switch it on. Not too bad, but no bevel on the edge yet.
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Post by allsorts on Jan 29, 2012 21:23:27 GMT
I rigged up a crimping tool like the one used by GP200 and featured in Pinky's SS90 rep project thread to put the groove into the edge of the legshields. It is a very tiresome exercise and the finish is not consistent. It all needs more work, especially at the top where the original groove meets the new groove. I am relying on the beading covering the mistakes I have made. It looks about right, but don't be frightened to comment if you think I haven't captured the shape of the SS90.
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Post by allsorts on Jan 29, 2012 22:04:20 GMT
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Post by tony on Jan 29, 2012 22:22:59 GMT
lot of work on that gear tube mate! they just push in and out on a press. And I think the legshields are spot on... in fact it looks like a rusty hornet now well done!
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