Simplistic Speed, 100% done, pics posted! **Lightweight**

Re: Simplistic Speed, Let there be lights! **Lightweight Build**

hey Pm'ed you

Troy

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Let there be lights! **Lightweight Build**

I really love the details and craftsmanship in this build!

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Let there be lights! **Lightweight Build**

Thanks!

Well, work has been hectic and 6 days a week but I'm still working on the couple things I need to finish. The chainring is coming out nice but im not going to post a picture till its done

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Let there be lights! **Lightweight Build**

Really looking forward to seeing the chainring!

Luke.

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Chainring Photos! **Lightweight Build**

Thanks, Luke, here it is!!

Well, the initial design didn't work out, see previous posts. After drawing in plan A I drilled the holes for the saw to start the cuts.


You can see at the bottom of this photo the attempt at plan A. Plan B needed to remove that cut and most of the previous drill holes.


Continuing to cut plan B


Here's all the major cuts done, looking like it was cut by a third-grader :lol:


Here I'm using a carbide bit to grind the cuts and make them even. The bit throws off shavings that are metal splinters, I found this out after I started with exposed hands and arms *sigh*


Done before it's vinegar bath, just needs a little finishing then on the bike

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

I came home to this...


All done soaking so I threw it on!




Just a couple more details then it's on to the photo shoot!

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

The lines on that chain ring look amazing!! great job!

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

way cool on the chain ring!!!!

Troy

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

Awesome chainring!

Luke.

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

Amazing work here!!

Beautiful design and flawless execution of a SICK brainstorming!!

WELL DONE!! :mrgreen:

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

LOVE the way the chainring turned out.

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

I bet that chainring is way lighter, looks good!!!!

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

awesome!

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

With a jigsaw...thats awesome!!

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

Thank you, all. Certainly not one of the easiest things I've ever done

It's funny how much lighter it is, too bad it's on a bike that weighs a ton regardless :lol:

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

I just love this bike..... Great idea and execution on the chainring!

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

I've been so focused on my build, I just haven't taken time to really see how everyone else is coming along? This build is truly outstanding and that chainring is mind blowing! All I can say...is Wow!

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

Your chain ring is too cool, great idea and work! What a classy ride

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Cut Chainring Photos! *Lightweight Build*

Thank you! It does mean a lot to me that others appreciate my efforts and designs.

Thank you, fordsnake. I have the highest gratitude for your experienced opinion.


I've added some brass screws to break up the chrome.

 

Re: Simplistic Speed, Headbadge Done! Soon pics! **Lightweight**

Well, this has been in the background bet worked on for awhile. I knew it was going to be the last piece I put on and I finished painting it today.

My GF is an amazing sculpture so she made a headbadge for me!










She then made a rubber mold of it so I could make them from 2-part epoxy


Here's the final being drying against the frame so it doesn't shrink past the diameter


And finally painted and patina added


She's now 100% done, on to photos!!