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

[jats]

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

hey Pm'ed you

Troy

 

[tvc15]

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

I really love the details and craftsmanship in this build!

 

[Machine Age Victim]

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

 

[LukeTheJoker]

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

Really looking forward to seeing the chainring!

Luke.

 

[Machine Age Victim]

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

 

[Machine Age Victim]

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!

 

[rat-a-tac]

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

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

 

[jats]

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

way cool on the chain ring!!!!

Troy

 

[LukeTheJoker]

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

Awesome chainring!

Luke.

 

[junknutz1975]

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

Amazing work here!!

Beautiful design and flawless execution of a SICK brainstorming!!

WELL DONE!! :mrgreen:

 

[kingfish254]

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

LOVE the way the chainring turned out.

 

[Gold Street Customs]

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

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

 

[ifitsfreeitsforme]

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

awesome!

 

[supergoob]

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

With a jigsaw...thats awesome!!

 

[Machine Age Victim]

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

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

LOVE the way the chainring turned out.

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

 

[Skipton]

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

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

 

[fordsnake]

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!

 

[MplsCoaster]

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

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

 

[Machine Age Victim]

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

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

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!

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


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

 

[Machine Age Victim]

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!!