Jim, I forget, where is the long horn ornament from?
It first appeared in the build-off a few years ago on my X-53.Jim, I forget, where is the long horn ornament from?
I like the way this turned out. It looks good and leaves the option of going back to the nice chrome at some point if desired. Really nice build. Kudos!I still don't have a durable solution for chrome patina, but this quick application looks good. A light rust was all that I wanted.
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This was fresh new chrome when I started.
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I sprayed a light coat of rattle can clear and after it dried I went over it with wood stain. The big drawback is that it will easily scrape off exposing the chrome. I think a durable finish like this is possible by sanding first, but I haven't cleared that with the owner. This can easily be removed with a rag and acetone.
After two months I have yet to have the whole bike together until this morning.
So with less than 48 hours on the clock, here is the completed Hops and Gnarly!
Wow! Dad gum! Excellent work sensi!
Those 'special Hoppy edition' thickBricks are great on there too!
Thanks!Excellent Build!!!! Love the patina match and all the cool details! BRAVO!!!!
That wheel axle had to have been a major pain for sure. Glad you had the patience for it. Can't go wrong with a pair of Thick Bricks!
Has Cousin Charlie seen it yet????
This is as close as I could get!
Fantastic build! Another one!After two months I have yet to have the whole bike together until this morning.
So with less than 48 hours on the clock, here is the completed Hops and Gnarly!
You should consider including this one in your finished thread. Too cool.
Thank you!Fantastic build! Another one!
Thanks, I'll do that!You should consider including this one in your finished thread. Too cool.
My whole kit would fit inside Bohnam's kick!I always figured if they were good enough for Bonham, they're good enough for me.
I have a similar sized jazz kit, but '62 WFLs in black diamond pearl. I've had good luck with them in recording situations.
Rock on!
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