Chopping repo roadster stanchions

The 'Chopped and Leaned' roadster thread has got me thinking. Is there any way to chop and/or lean a set of repo roadster stanchions? They are chromed solid brass, which leads me to think they can't be changed.

Wescott or someone does sell already chopped ones, but for a pretty penny!

Steve

 

Mine were S.S., so send the welding fumes FAR away. They likely contain Hex Chrome.
Just like the 'luster' plating powder.
Are you certain they are brass?

 

What year stanchions are you talking about?

 

1935/36 parts. Original's are not common enough to find an affordable set to chop.

Steve

 

I've modified some brass stanchions in the past. You will have to have yours stripped, do the mods and then re plate them.

 

Make an adjustable jig from your stock ones before cutting to keep everthing lined up. Left ones are Ford chopped 3", right ones are old repo's from Uncle Buck I believe. The chopped repo's are limited to a 2" chop.......................

 

For brass, do you braze them after cutting? Tried doing that to brass fittings, dosen't turn out too clean. It must depend on the alloy used. Maybe silver solder.

Steve

 

I just saw a Youtube video about using an aluminum-bronze rod to tig weld brass. Maybe that's the way, but would leave it to an expert.

I've got a new Miller tig in the corner I've never used (estate sale find). Maybe I should start practicing on steel.

Steve

 

contact macs http://macsspeed.com/new_products.html already 2 inches chopped for $260 us, shop in new zealand

 

The old repo solid aluminum ones are easy. Just make a simple jig, weld, grind and polish to shine.

 

Thanks. Looks like cast aluminum parts. Any idea of the quality?

Steve