Calling all Metal-men - HAMB Chop '06 - So. Cal.

Denise, Just tried one of your cookies, YUMMMMMY. Thank You.

 

Glad to hear they got there safely and that Norm didn't eat them all last nite by himself.

Looks like the progress is moving right along. Keep the updates coming.

 

This is too bitchin'... Looks like you guys are havin' a great time.

-Troy

 

more...

 

5051, Tell me it aint so...

 

Updates to the HAMB with pics and Youtube? You guys are really making this Saturday fun! Thanks from the next state over.

 

I'm actually going to sell my 49 Merc, any takers, $12000, need the cash.
PM me if interested

 

Sold!

 

your cookies are Amazing!

thanks so much.

 

keep up the good work, sorry i could make it, had to work this morning.

 

almost, almost....not quite done just yet..

 

Awesome pictures bein' taken! This is really motivating me to chop the Plymouth...


-Troy

 

Can I get a package deal for your Merc and 50's Ford?

 

Maybe if you throw in a case of orange paint,and some neon accents.

 

I should be asking you two to throw in the neon and a new oil pan...

 

It never ceases to amaze me, how many different ways there are- to do the same thing.
.............Looks like a lot of cooks in the kitchen there boys!

 

now that was some fun shit guys!

thanks for the day!

 

1-5051 on his way,with me and Cornerfool right behind him.
2-Me and my son,Dillon,arriving at Norms
3-Dirt,53Burb,Dennis Mitchell,Big Daddy,SlddnMatt,TetanusShot,ShortDog,and Cornerfool,waiting to dig in!
4-Chopped50Ford,waiting to...Idon't know...chop!
5-Bud and Cornerfool getting the sawzall ready

 

Stumpy and I removed the trunk for smoothin
1-me making a template
2-trimming
3-"Like a glove!"
4-SlddnMatt,tacking while I hold it
5-filling in the license plate light hole
6-sssmmmoooooottthhh!!!
7-welding up the holes
8-look close,all done
SlddnMatt and Bad Bob's contribution complete!

 

AWESOME!!! how far along did the chop get??? is their going to be a Day 2? i couldn't make it, i had to pull out a steering box with my brother for his wifes '61 t-bird, trying to get it to the mooneyes show. Ever try to pull a steering box out on one of those things??? Tons of FUN!!! and weighs in at like 70lbs, it felt like i was dropping a transmission!

 

looks like you guys had a fun time, cant wait to see the out come of it,

 

1-ShortDog,FoMoCo_MoFo,and me
2-BigDaddy,TetanusShot,and Dreadman
3-SlddnMatt signing the HAMB banner
4-TetanusShot
5-5051 taking a break
6-HellboundGasser,5051,and SlddnMatt

 

1-Derek Mitchell (sorry)
2-Irish Mike,chompin the chow
3-'52Merc,pointing at something
4-Hells Belles,helping 5051 sell his shoebox,R.Page,KitKat,GalaxieGirl
5-Info on 5051's Shoebox
6-GalaxieGirl

 

As you can see,there was many levels of involvment.
level1-Project Manager(Killer,Norm,CharlieLead)
level2-welder,cutter,measuring(PimpinPaint,BadBob,SlddnMatt,Killer,Norm,Toad56)
level3-documentation(ChevNut,HellboundGasser,53Burb,Dreadman,ShortDog.
level4-toolboy,clamp holder,bracing cutter,plug in elec. cords(5051)
level5-observer(everyone else there)

Here you can see one participant got lowered in status. Rumor has it,he was lowered again,to 5.

 

hahaha got to love my expression in that one! i look like i should have mittens pinned to my shirt

i had a great time today, even though i had to leave early. wish i could have been of more help.

always a good time when the HAMB gets together.

 

I was in level5-observer(everyone else there) LOL

 

Today was way cool. Awesome crash course on a chop. Good times with good company. It was great to see familiar rides as well as new ones. Norm, you were a kick ass host and wanted to thank you for your hospitality.

only request is to see before/after chop pic that I wish I could a stayed for.

 

OK guys here is a couple more shots....But first i want to say Thank You Denise for the Cookies, They were great! And second: Bob you left my name off your helper list..I was on the Documentation team. Ok guys here you go...Enjoy!

 

I think im tired, but not sure.

I wanted to post before I went to bed.

First I have to say that today was probably one of the best days of my life. The HAMB family is one great place to be. Thanks Ryan for the opportunity. You have created a cool place and an awesome family of friends.

A few Special Thank You's:

1. Killer and Charlieled - what can I say? Not enough for what you both did to help lead on the work. I know towards the end we were pushing our selves to get some of the major pieces layed, I appreciate it and Thank You! How could I ever repay you both.

2. Hotrodladycruiser - your cookies were awesome (so I was told). A huge Thanks. Oh, by the way we didnt open them until the day of. I actually got to the crumbs , but it was still good.

3. Todd (im brain farting here if im wrong)- the service truck and supplies were a life saver. Dude you rock!!

4. HellboundGasser - Thanks for cooking breakfast...it was the best.

5. 52 Merc and Family - thanks for handling the food and cooking! What can I say, you BBQ a mean Carne and Chicken. Your awesome.

6. 5051 - Thanks for the glove and safety supplies

7. To all who brough food, snacks and drinks. Wow...Thank you.

8. A huge thanks for eveyone who pitched in, brought tools and helped. You didnt have to, but you all did. Thanks alot. By the way, when you start to peel off the headlights to cusomize em....would you please finish? Tetnus

9. Chevnut - Lakai, your constant coverage of the "Event" was priceless. You rock...Thanks again.

10. Lastly, Thanks Rich for the use of your extra welder and English Wheel! What a life saver.

I hope everyone had a great time and learned from the experience.

I think most everyone got to cut some metal, grind some welds and spread a little lead.

Again, Everyone who came, thanks. Eveyone who didnt, you missed out.

As for tomorrow...Sure, Day 2? Yeah, ill be out there cleaning then welding away, come up and join if you like. My addy is posted in this thread.

I hope I didnt miss anyone.

P.S.: For all those who came, I have a shirt for you (thanks UPS for F&(*(^ up that one.) Those going to the Mooneyes show, post it here and let me know. Those who are not, shoot a pm to me with your addy's and Ill get them out to ya. "Villiage Idiots" Ill bring them and hand em out.

What else...im exhausted!

Good Night.