Projects 41 plymouth coupe 392 hemi build thread

I know, but I like the surpise factor as well. It's probably something most people won't expect when the hood is opened. In general, I want to create a car that's pleasing to the eye, with subtle features, while not screaming "look at me".....

 

Finally had some time (together with Martin) the last few days to work on the inside of the b-pillar and surrounding area. New steel has been fabricated and welded into place, strengthening the whole area including the roof. Final smoothing of the welds still need to done but the stiffness is back in the b-pillar.

 

Here are a couple of pics from the outside. Welds still need to smoothed but you get the general idea.

 

Just taken a few photos of how the car is looking right now. I hope to have the fabrication side of things done in the next 4-6 weeks and can then concentrate on each and every panel (which has at least a few dents in each)

Martin is going to teach me how to use lead next week, so I can smooth out some of the low spots on the roof sides. This way I'll also be able to get rid of the belt line, just leaving the trim line over the full length of the car. Can't wait to get the car ready for the next stage, but its just going to take a bit more patience.....

 

Damn what a cool car!! Can't wait to see it driving down our streets!!

 

Beautiful!

 

Thanks Mobart for the comment. Where are you located?

 

Just too excellent. Really like that body.

 

Thanks. Hoping to start with lead soon to fill the "deep" spots, just don't want too much bondo on the car. Can't wait to get started on the leading part, a new phase/lesson for me. Don't forget I'm a beginner......but willing to learn.

 

With all due respect...you are failing miserably. This car is going to scream "HEY, LOOK AT ME" everytime you hit the road.


I have a rotten case of the f-it's now...I need to get my ass in gear and get back to work on my car.

 

Damn it, that's another thread that I've had to subscribe to! Absolutely love that motor man.

Mark.

 

Thanks Mark. I know the feeling, spending a bit of time every day reading the updates of all the threads I'm subscribed to as well. Some of these builders have become very inspirational to me, giving me some great ideas of what to do. (and not how to do it) We're all here to build and learn, after all.

 

Well, Howdy Farmer!
That is one hell of a car you are building!!
And that just around the corner of my hometown!

Respect man!


Grtzz from Purmerend.

 

Thanks Kees! Good to see more and more Dutch guys are discovering the Hamb! This is just one great place for info and meeting like minded people. Eric

 

Well just wanted to drop a line and let everyone know about eric..my wife has a 1941 plymouth business coupe.its all original with 57,728 miles on it.the only thing it was missing was the clock delete plate.we were also wanting to find a new center chrome section as well so we posted this on the hamb.we received a message from Eric that he would look through his things and get back to us.a few days later he emailed us and said he would be sending us the delete plate and center chrome section for the 41.i asked what the damaged was and he said,"its on me, im glad i could help you guys out."i was shocked and my wife stoked..he send the pieces and they are now rechromed and look killer..thanks a million and i hope i can do the same for someone in the future..brian england

 

Well that was a super nice thing to do there Eric. Your not only building a ass kicking car there but it sounds like your also a super nice person in real life.

Wayne - USA

 

That's awesome, very inspiring!

 

Eric contacted me about an add I posted about neeeding a set of 40 head lights. He mailed me the head lights and so far has not let me pay him. Not even for postage. One hell of a guy, and one hell of a Hot Rodder!

Let me know what you need Eric and it's yours.

Ryan.

 

Eric, your car is amazing! I've been following this thread for a while, and can't wait to get started on my 41 Chrysler. The look you've created is awesome!

 

He Eric, How are things going? You allready found a place near Haarlem to work on your '41? It really looks nice and that 392 will be one of the best looking motors on the dutch roads!
Greets Ramon

 

Thanks Famousfred. It looks like you got one nice 41. What are the plans?

 

Thanks Wayne, but all credit goes to you. You were kind enough to send me the column drop for free, no charges, to someone on the other side of the world. This influenced me to help some other fellow Hamber's who were looking for parts I had laying around. I can tell you, it feels pretty damn good to help others.

 

SWEET, sorry but ,would never have thought a old mopar could look so good! good luck

 

Thanks Ramon. I'm working mostly out of my garage here at home. At the moment the car is at Martin Dijkhof's company for some sheet metal work. He's going to teach me using lead on the body, starting today. Hope to have a few more progress pics later this afternoon.

 

Wow, Martin Dijkhof is one of the best here in holland, he did my fathers Jaguar E-type a couple of years ago. Hope to see some pic's soon!

 

Just got home from working on the car all day. First, here are some pics of the rear window which has been completely replaced as it was in quite a bad state with regards to rust.
Sorry for the elongated pics, but had to reduce them in order to post them here.

 

Well it was finally the first day for me to start to learn about leading. Went over to Martin Dijkhof this morning and got a two hour lesson from the man himself. The first pic shows the old situation. Even though it looks ok in the pic, there were a few low spots which had to be tackled. I want to use minimal bondo on the car, so smoothing the body with lead was the option I went with. Also started filling the belt line after welding the trim holes. What you see in the pics was my 6 hours of work progression with some final filing and sanding to done tomorrow. Once this part is completed, I'll move on to the b-pillar area and the driver door.
I'm starting to get the hang of leading, but I'll certainly improve as I gain more experience. It was a great day for sure!

 

With this being your first time leading would you say that it's terribly difficult to do?

 

Terribly difficult, no. But I did have a good teacher. The most difficult part I thought was working out when the lead is at the right temperature. If not hot enough it won't budge, too hot and it will flow like water. When the lead is applied to the metal surface (which also takes practice), heat the lead for a few seconds and feel with the wooden "spoon" if you can move it. If not, apply a little heat and try again. Remember that the heat will stay in the lead for a little while. Patience is what it takes. The filing part isn't too difficult either, just use your hands a lot and feel the contour. Once again, patience is required, but you can learn it.