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yoothgeye said:
I like that, you're giving me ideas! Did you use stainless steel?

That makes me really happy yoothgeye, that's the reason I post my builds, hoping someone finds it helpful.
That plate is regular iron I guess, just scrap I have around to build dropouts. I Polished and clear coated it... hope it lasts for a while, more pics tomorrow after I stain the wood.
 
Thanks outskirts!
Everything you see done here I picked up on this forum, I would have never even thought of building this whole thing without the influence and knowledge gained here.

First coat of stain has been applied, next one tonight after work, I promise pics!!
 
UPDATE!

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I really like the way this is turning up, more to come soon!!! :wink:
 
Hi guys, it's been a long time since I last posted any progress, I apologize for that.

Soon I'll post pics of painted wheels, dashboard, and rear end.
Yesterday I relocated the front end behind the grill and now I like it better; thing I'm not convinced about is the grill.
It's gonna take a lot of time and effort to make it look decent and I'm not sure if I'll be able to pull it off at the end, so I need you guys to help me.

I cant' seem to find any source on the web to buy a grill. Remember I'm located in South America and that complicates things a bit.
It would be great if any of you could point me in the right direction! :thumbsup:
 
It's all right Luke! Thanks for being there mate! Decided to stick with what I have, is going to be a lot of work, but is worthy.

Took some progress pics:
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The result so far:
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Color matches the wheel:
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Re aligned front end, moved behind the grill:
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And finally, The Grill
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What amazing craftsmanship!

I am amazed! Makes me wish I was a kid so I could have one!

Oly
 
Thank you so much guys, your good vibes are working for me!
Made some progress today :thumbsup:

New coat of bondo on the grill, with a couple more it's gonna be just as good as I want it:
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Finished the drive train and the rear end!!!:
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Bending that rod without heating it was the most difficult thing I've done working with metal!
Owner came visit the garage, I think she approves:
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Next is to get that grill done, the seat and fitting the wheels.
I need to find out how to build the direction arm, so all the ideas pics and experience you want to share are very welcomed!
 
Just about missed this one! It's great she will love it and remember it always.
 
Thank you very much for the kind words guys, I really appreciate it!
I need to find time to start on the seat and finish the steering column, after that is just details and it will be a roller.
Stay tuned for more, and thanks again for all the support! ;)
 
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