Projects 41 plymouth coupe 392 hemi build thread

He's probably right. And those poles are probably exposed to the elements all year round.........my chassis only in the summer and in the shade 24/7/365.

 

That sounds like an interesting process--curious--what's something like that cost?

 

Got a call this morning that they had finished sandblasting my chassis.(pic1) Picked it up and transported it to the zinc/powdercoat factory. This is where I left it together with all the parts that need to get done as well.(pic2) Everything was weighed as you pay per kilo for the zinc work, and as it turns out, the chassis weighs 180 kg (396 lbs)

 

Very inspiring Farmer.

 

I have a fair idea, but don't know exactly. I'll let you know when I get the final bill.

Thank you casper50!

 

Woo Hoo! Finally time for the purty stuff!

 

Been watching your build very nice

 

I certainly can't wait to have the shiny black chassis back in the garage!! It's just the waiting (3 weeks) part I don't like. Then again, what's 3 weeks on a 4 year build.

 

wow, it's been four years??? Amazing how time flies. Hang in there!!

 

Having the shiny black chassis back in the garage will definitely boost your motivation! It certainly has been in my case this week!

As for staying on task, I have a 8´x4´ white board on the wall of my shop. Four categories: FRAME, BODY, ENGINE & SHOP with a line list of things that need to be purchased or repaired. List never ends as I'm always adding to it, but it helps me stay focus on what needs to be done and gives me a boost when things start to get crossed off.

Your 41 is going to look great! Looking forward to see the chassis come together.

 

Hi Farmer.Still following along.Just remember what Confucius said"Journey of 1000 miles begins with the first step".You will get there.The build is looking SUPER.
Good luck.Have fun.Be safe.
Leo

 

Just found this thread 4 days ago and have been hooked on it. Was hoping by the time I reached this page it would at least be painted, now I have to wait like everyone else lol.
Can only echo what everyone else has said, your vision, style and craftsmanship are truly awe inspiring. This car is already a stunning work of art and I'm sure the performance will be just as awesome.
My new favorite build on here!

 

Well, nearly 4 years....... it certainly will be by the time I have the chassis become a roller and have the body mounted. I promise the build won't exceed 5.

Thank you Indy47Caddy. I do agree that it's funny how a list increases while it should be going the other way as time progresses. Certainly can't wait for that shiny black chassis!

 

Wow. I looked back at the first pages and I have been following this build since day one. It's finally coming together. No one could ever understand all the time and work you have put into this project. Can't wait to see it finished, Eric.

As you know, I've been sidetracked off my 41 with a 54 Chevy that I bought to drive WHILE I finished my Plymouth. Well it has taken a year and a half to sort out all the crap that was not done correctly when it was built. I now have a good driving, reliable ride. We drove it 2600 miles to KKOA Salina with no problems.

My experience with trying to get it to drive correctly caused me to rethink the front suspension on my 41. I've ordered a Fat Man stub and will be removing a lot of work BUT I will KNOW that what I end up with can be made to work correctly. The last thing I wanted was a car that I spent a lot of time and money on and that drove like crap. I plan to take trips in this car, so I'm starting over on the front end.

Good luck on buttoning yours up!

 

Thank you for great words White05GT! Looks like you've done a lot of reading in 4 days. This project has certainly taken a lot longer than planned, mainly due to my own fault for being a little too picky/precise/conscientious at times. I hope in the end that it will all be worth it. Despite the long time frame, I'm still enjoying every minute of it.

 

Thanks Rock. You were indeed one of the first guys to start following my build thread. Who would have thought that 3 and a half years later it would still have no colour........You know, along with many others here on the H.A.M.B., that projects like this require a lot of time to do it properly. You simply can't rush something like this.

It's great to hear you're going to be working on your Plymouth again Rock! (after your little sidetrack) Good luck with the new stub.

 

My build is on hold for the next week or so while I'm remodeling my garage. Going to clean up all my tools, give the walls and ceiling some new paint and lay down new tiles. Not sure if I'll make it in time for the powdercoated chassis but am working hard at it.

Dropped by the body shop yesterday and they've already started on the front grill. One of the guys had a spare hour on monday and couldn't resist starting. Now the planning is for the front panels (incl grill) to be done in november/december, so it's great to see how keen those guys are to get started on my car!

Here's a quick pic of the aluminium grill in it's early phase of restoration.

 

Like so many guys here, can't wait for the chassis to return and finally see some color! Still following this build closely.

 

BUY THAT MAN A BEER! He deserves it for jumping in on what might be the toughest part of your paint job. Just imagine the time it takes to hand sand every inch of any grill inside and out and make it match the quality on the rest of your build.

 

That is pretty cool. Where are you going to put all of the finished stuff when they are done with the front clip? Are you supposed to bring it back or is it going to be kept there? I know I would have a stroke if I had to bring it back to my place and it got damaged somehow.

I agree with the other HAMBer posted, the dude that started early needs a beer

 

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Dropped by the body shop yesterday and they've already started on the front grill. One of the guys had a spare hour on monday and couldn't resist starting. Now the planning is for the front panels (incl grill) to be done in november/december, so it's great to see how keen those guys are to get started on my car!

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I know the guys feeling,,it was the same with me when this car came to our
shop.

 

I will! He's a very capable guy and knows what he's getting himself into regarding the work on the grill. And like you said, probably the toughest bodywork on the whole car to do it right.

 

That's the way I do bodywork also, hardest stuff first. That way things can only get easier !

 

I have no doubt. I'm sure that a guy who does body and fender work all day long gets a kick out of "outside the box" Kustoms. Btw that car is really cool. What is it?

 

DODGE 1951 4 doors from the beginning

 

Thats cool as hell! Seeing this car plus following Farmer12s build for the last couple of years makes me glad that the hotrod an kustom scene has spread world wide. That is so cool! On that thought, I wonder if anyone ever did a Russian Lada Kustom?
Sorry Eric, not trying to derail your thread, just making time while we look for progress pics on your car. Eli

 

I've seen few Lada's with chopped tops in here.But i think they are not even close of a real kustoms,just trashy russian made pos with chop top.

 

Before I reply on the comments above, I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who have contributed to this thread over the last 3 and a half years, before it (maybe) gets closed by the boss. To all who have commented, given advice and supported, I could not have come this far without you. A big thank you. And I really mean that.

Like a few other builders here on the Hamb, I've received a lot of PM's on how and where this build will be continued...... I don't know yet. But I will PM all of you where and how it will be continued. (presuming it gets closed of course) We'll see what happens. Let's hope for the best. I will certainly miss this place.

Thanks again, Eric.

 

Well,thank you Eric for sharing all results of the work you have done.Its been pleasure to watch this build.This website is for traditional hot rods and kustoms,i understand completely why Ryan and his crew are tightening the rules in here.But i really hope that they will let this build continue.If it gets closed,hit me a pm.

 

Eric I hope your thread don't get closed, I think mine will because of the glass body but you never know I guess.
Do they really think this forum grew the way it did because everyone was interested in flatheads and all that old shit ? It was guys who did build threads that attracted and educated guys who didn't know how to do this stuff that made this forum grow.