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well, I am biting off a big chunk.

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by JimSibley, Feb 11, 2011.

  1. JimSibley
    Joined: Jan 21, 2004
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    I finally pulled the willys I got a couple of years ago into the shop. Its BAD. Lets see where it goes.
     

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  2. davidbistolas
    Joined: May 21, 2010
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    wtf happened to the roof? Chop gone bad?
     
  3. themoose
    Joined: Dec 7, 2008
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    Ditto on the roof.........The rest of the car doesn't look too bad. Good luck and keep us posted!
     
  4. burl
    Joined: Nov 28, 2007
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    from Minnesota

    We have all seen what you can do with alot less.Have at it.
     
  5. hammeredabone
    Joined: Apr 18, 2001
    Posts: 737

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    Jim, when you say I am biting off a big chunk, I expected to see a bunch of crumpled up former body panels laying about the shop floor. Looking at what youre starting with two, three days tops and that is figuring in a vacation with the family! Work your magic Jim!!
     
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  6. resqd37Zep
    Joined: Aug 28, 2006
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    from Nor Cal

    This one should be a cake walk for ya. Your last build was the stuff legends are made of.
     
  7. Sinister
    Joined: Jan 19, 2004
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    from Oregon

    That car is NOT in good shape, I've seen it in person. It resembles the parts and pieces from three accidents, and two parts cars. I have no doubt that Jim can pull it off, but damn, that thing is trashed...
     
  8. fab32
    Joined: May 14, 2002
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    I'm sure it's already finished (it's 4:30 here, how long does it take?) and he's about half done taking an old refrigerator and a Campbell's soup can to build a tow truck.

    Frank
     
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  9. Tony
    Joined: Dec 3, 2002
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    Looking forward to your progress. The saving of car's like this are an inspiration and, simply put, fun to watch :)

    Tony
     
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  10. big bad john
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    ...Not sure...it is a 40 or 41 willys ?..wonder what the rest of the coupe looks like....this would be a great thread from start to finish....
     
  11. RichG
    Joined: Dec 8, 2008
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    It looks like something the character "Buffalo Bill" from "Silence of the Lambs" would build!:eek:

    This is gonna be great! Lots and lots and lots of pics on this one I hope!:D

    EDIT: oh, yeah: subscribed.
     
  12. SchlottyD
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    I bet it will be done and screaming down the track at the HAMB DRAGS!
     
  13. tommy
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    It's going to be interesting to tag along.
     
  14. The Shocker
    Joined: Dec 30, 2004
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    Nice ,its still a real steel Willy's coupe .I could only dream of having one in any condition.It really doesnt look too bad though even with the roof deal...
     
  15. zibo
    Joined: Mar 17, 2002
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    from dago ca

    Yes,
    I don't feel as crazy watching you start with that!
    TP
     
  16. stude_trucks
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    Holy ****, looks like some of my work.
     
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  17. michaelmoore
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    lol it looks better than mine
     
  18. captainjunk#2
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    by the time your done with it , it will look like new lol
     
  19. lockwoodkustoms
    Joined: Dec 22, 2005
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    No updates yet! ...........you had a couple of hours I was hoping on seeing some progress...............lol..........You are one skilled individual with that being said I can't wait for the progress reports.
     
  20. monsterflake
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    i better keep my eye on this, 'cause if i blink, you might already be done with it...
     
  21. williebill
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    Hmmmmm...Work on it today,half a day on Saturday,then take Sunday off.Can you post a youtube of it going down the road by Monday afternoon?
     
  22. Sinister
    Joined: Jan 19, 2004
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    from Oregon

    I found some pics from one of Jim's HAMB BBQ's. I stand corrected, it's probably done by now...
     

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  23. hudsoncustom
    Joined: Oct 26, 2001
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    quite ambitious. good luck. I'm sure you'll have it together in no time.
     
  24. tinmann
    Joined: Nov 11, 2005
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    Looking at the pics of the coupe (before Jim starts), I think with the right cut polish, those little defects will polish right out.

    Looking forward to progress pics.
     
  25. Pir8Darryl
    Joined: Jan 9, 2008
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    Jim's next project...
     

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  26. Steves32
    Joined: Aug 28, 2007
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    from So Cal

    Nice 55 Chevy there.
    Do I win the prize? (read sign on top)
     
  27. fleet-master
    Joined: Sep 29, 2010
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    that 55 Chebby is sweeeeet!! Love the color...lol oh and Jim your Willys looks like a great project..suscribed PB :)
     
  28. Thirdyfivepickup
    Joined: Nov 5, 2002
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    I cant wait to see what you do with this one. Your projects always start out sketchy and end up top shelf. I expect you'll impress us again!
     
  29. I have faith. It's Jim Friggin' Sibley. 3 weeks, he'll be driving it.
     
  30. Django
    Joined: Nov 15, 2002
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    from Chicago

    What a beast! Can't wait to see it's rebirth.

    I want that '55! :D
     

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