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Under seat pans look like a perfect place for some storage compartments. Access doors on the front? Also how are you holding the fleece onto the frame? Superglue or something similar I expect?
Under seat pans look like a perfect place for some storage compartments. Access doors on the front? Also how are you holding the fleece onto the frame? Superglue or something similar I expect?
This is amazing... So much attention to detail, and some of the cleanest fab skills Ive seen in a long time!
Cant wait to see how this turns out!
I agree. There are a number of very cool builds in this forum, but the level of creativity (RX8 seating into a '63 Ford van?!), attention to detail, and craftsmanship make this one a must-follow for me.
I agree. There are a number of very cool builds in this forum, but the level of creativity (RX8 seating into a '63 Ford van?!), attention to detail, and craftsmanship make this one a must-follow for me.
Thanks. I only hope I get this thing finished someday!
I have a feeling that butt weld comes more from attention to fit up, prep, and patience than it does the type of welder haha.
Using those clamps like he has, taking the time to get your gaps consistent and as level as you can from the start, and then not warping the crap out of everything will go a long way!
Still be best Ive seen in a long time, even with all that gear though. I wish I could weld panels that clean!!
I have a feeling that butt weld comes more from attention to fit up, prep, and patience than it does the type of welder haha.
Using those clamps like he has, taking the time to get your gaps consistent and as level as you can from the start, and then not warping the crap out of everything will go a long way!
Still be best Ive seen in a long time, even with all that gear though. I wish I could weld panels that clean!!
J.
I should have asked what welding process was used. I see some use tig and some use mig. I have both but have only used mig on body panels.
I should have asked what welding process was used. I see some use tig and some use mig. I have both but have only used mig on body panels.
I have a cheap but reliable Campbell Hausfeld that has been going strong for 15 years! Wish I could Tig but I suck at it. Tig is best but takes a long time to master and since I don't own one I can't practice it.
Getting the panels perfectly level is the key to a barely noticeable weld. Something I rarely accomplish. Most of the time (even with the clamps) one side is just a little bit low and you will see a line. Best to leave it because once you start grinding it down to make it look good, you risk the chance of thinning out the metal. Then you've got a big problem on your hands
I have a feeling that butt weld comes more from attention to fit up, prep, and patience than it does the type of welder haha.
Using those clamps like he has, taking the time to get your gaps consistent and as level as you can from the start, and then not warping the crap out of everything will go a long way!
Still be best Ive seen in a long time, even with all that gear though. I wish I could weld panels that clean!!
J.
You are so right. Getting them level at the start is the key. Even 1/64 down on one side and you will never make it look invisible without thinning out the metal way too much. Unfortunately I rarely accomplish that!
Finally finished the rear seat pans. I keep a log of everything and I was surprised that I had 19 hours in them. Adds up quick. I guess it is better than the $650 the junk yards wanted for the original rear seat pan from an RX8! I would've had to modify them anyways.
05-26-2015, 10:03 PM
