Projects JUNIORS- 1931 Av8 Build.

Some updates on what ive been working on-

Still working on the list of parts that p*** through the firewall before I pull the body off to do some more ch***is work.

I chose to use this s**** style pedal i got from Roadster supply, I liked the simple design and it felt like something i would make to imitate the look an original part. I sorted the position for my foot first and then make a linkage rod to the carbs. I made a pinch mount to pull on the connecting rod with tightens with a ball joint. i didnt want to have to cut into the hump on the firewall to make the rod and arm meet perfectly so i opted to make a little nice spacer to join them.

 

Next i finished my steering column tube. I wanted to make a column from stainless so i could choose later on how i want to finish it either polished or painted.

First i slotted the tube wall for the dash drop pinch bolt, and drilled the opposing side for the steering lock.



I tried a few different methods to flare the end that meets the steering wheel, but without much success. The originals would have been spun id guess to get that much radius and i wasn't gettin close so i pivoted to this stepped design which still felt period looking enough and doable.

The larger piece is actually a prep bowl I used for cooking that i cut up and ended up working great! 4 pieces shaped, welded together then welded to the tube.



I really like the way it looks

 

I finally was able to buy a radiator so will get that installed and then can finish the headlight mounts that i started!

 

As for paint-
I dont plan on painting it anytime soon. I have used a rattlecan laquer that polishes out kinda shiney like old paint that i will paint the new replacement metal once i have the body fixed up and drive it for a while just old black.

I will paint it someday, but i started this endevour almost 6 years ago and just really want to enjoy it for a while! plus $$$ even doing it myself.

 

Nice update! That double step flare on the column looks sharp!

 

Great job on the column! I like the custom but humble style.

 

Thank you both!

 

Wow, that looks fantastic.

 

Nice pivot on the column bell. Out of the box thinking and the result is a one of a kind column. Thanks for sharing.

 

Yeah, but can you do calligraphy with your welding? I bet you can!

Every aspect of your build has had me in awe of your skills and it’s a shame that so much of it will be hidden from view upon completion.

Well done!

 

That column came out great, my only suggestion is don't paint it, it looks too nice!
Gas pedal and linkage look good too.

What is left on the to do list?

 

Just found your project.

WOW! Once again, I think it’s time for me to start a new hobby. Stamp collecting, or something! Your work is amazing. Keep posting

 

Thanks! I think the best ideas come from failing to do something else

 

Thanks a lot! I’ll know it’s there and that’s good enough for me

 

I made it all from stainless so I’ll have the choice. When I built Choppers everything gets polished or chromed but I don’t want to overdo the Shiney stuff in this build.

next on the list is finishing my headlight mounts, and shock mounts now there’s most of the weight on the ch***is.

 

Thanks a lot! Keep this hobby though!!

 

I’ll have some more updates after the weekend.

I appreciate everyone’s encouragement!