Totally Mad Olivier Posted December 19, 2018 Share Posted December 19, 2018 My dear Harvey, If someone may understand how tasky the creation of this grille has been for you, it's me. I had not done the choice (definitely better) to drill the 2 uprights, but I confirm you need a sacred patience (that we both have) and a sacred talent (that you have, definitely) to get such an amazing result. Like Dan, Nick, Hannes, CC and Endeavor, what can I say? you are the best, Harvey! I look forward to see the final result of your build my friend... Cheers Olivier 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveyb258 Posted December 19, 2018 Author Share Posted December 19, 2018 1 hour ago, Olivier de St Raph said: I look forward to see the final result of your build my friend... …...Well, maybe not the final result, but will a mid-way report do...?? After threading the retaining wire, many of the rods had either fallen out, or become misshapen by the process, so once again, I straightened by rolling under a steel ruler, then re-radiused. Next, I put clamps on the upright joints as heat-sinks and began lacing the rods. I kept the task manageable by doing 4 at a time. By clamping before and after, the rods are secured for soldering. I did this using the torch on its lowest flame and the tiniest morsel of solder. Then, remove clamps, clean joints with a wire brush and repeat...…….. Please excuse rubbish 1st pic. After removing excess with a square needle-file.... Although it's far from perfect ( a couple of tweeks needed here and there), I'm happy with the progress so far. 1 hour ago, Olivier de St Raph said: you are the best, Harvey I'm FAR from the best, but thank you for your kind words, my friend. Thanks for watching chaps. Cheers, H 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totally Mad Olivier Posted December 19, 2018 Share Posted December 19, 2018 2 hours ago, harveyb258 said: I'm happy with the progress so far. You can, Harvey, you can!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikkita katana Posted December 19, 2018 Share Posted December 19, 2018 3 hours ago, harveyb258 said: I'm FAR from the best I got a sneaky feeling you might be fibbing a little bit there Harvey There's many amazing builds here to admire but this one is my favourite of the lot. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy vd M. Posted December 19, 2018 Share Posted December 19, 2018 Extremely well executed! It's a pleasure to watch this progress. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickD Posted December 19, 2018 Share Posted December 19, 2018 As always Seasons greetings to all Nick 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannes Posted December 19, 2018 Share Posted December 19, 2018 Congratulations , dear Harvey ! In my opinion this is the most difficult part of the whole model and you did it very well ! All the best Hannes 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveyb258 Posted December 20, 2018 Author Share Posted December 20, 2018 Thank you all. 18 hours ago, Hannes said: this is the most difficult part of the whole model I must admit, it's been quite a challenge so far, but I suspect that making the tyres will be the most difficult part to recreate. I would love to cast them in rubber, but have read that it can be a very problematic process, so I think I'll probably end up doing them in resin tbh. Cheers, H 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharknose156 Posted December 20, 2018 Share Posted December 20, 2018 incredible, specially that there is a dome like curvature in the whole radiator !👏 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted December 20, 2018 Share Posted December 20, 2018 I constantly remind myself that this is being constructed utilizing relatively common tools and procedures. And am in awe of that fact. Because the work has a marvelous ' hand-done', artwork quality about it. Like old-world craftsmanship - like the cars themselves. Your ingenuity, imagination and patience is at the peak of our most talented builders. That is not to slight them, but give you the reference from which I gauge your work. It's all been told to you already Harvey and you're not close to 'done' here yet. So expect fewer compliments because we all spent them here already and new words don't exist. But please - don't stop this hugely satisfying work... 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveyb258 Posted December 29, 2018 Author Share Posted December 29, 2018 Hello everybody. Once again, thank you all for your kind words...it means a lot! OK then, an update on the grill.....DONE. Well, not quite. I've just noticed that I forgot the bottom row It's an easy(ish) fix, so it's not a problem, just a bit annoying. Also, the screw-head rivets still need attaching. Well, that's all for now folks!!! Next up...back to the radiator. Thanks for watching. Cheers, H 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannes Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 A really convincing work , dear Harvey ! I recommend watchmaker´s screws for the grill´s fixation like you can order by autograph for instance . Very well done ! Hannes 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazyCrank Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 absolutely gorgeous 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Endeavor Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 WOW! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Massimo Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 I've just seen this thread and...WOW!!!! the work you've been carrying out is outstanding!!! And it's all metal... I can't find any word for that grill!!! Superlative work!!! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveyb258 Posted December 29, 2018 Author Share Posted December 29, 2018 Thanks chaps. Welcome aboard @Massimo. Are you any relation to Alberto, by any chance??????????????? Cheers, H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 More magic - you're building great satisfaction for yourself - and all of us! I don't know if it's accurate to the prototype Harvey but that grille (not the shell) artwork is a prime candidate for chromium plating.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveyb258 Posted December 31, 2018 Author Share Posted December 31, 2018 On 12/29/2018 at 7:24 PM, Codger said: More magic - you're building great satisfaction for yourself - and all of us! Thanks Mr C. I'm getting IMMENSE pleasure from this project. Despite some of the frustration and intensity that's often involved in a build of this nature, I find it soothing. The grille would look great chromed, but not accurate to the proto, unfortunately. I want to wish you all a Happy and healthy New Year chaps!!! Cheers, H 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totally Mad Olivier Posted January 1, 2019 Share Posted January 1, 2019 Incredible, Harvey, as always ! A happy New Year to you and to the happy followers of this amazing thread!! Olivier 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveyb258 Posted January 8, 2019 Author Share Posted January 8, 2019 Hi chaps. Well, another year is upon us, my friends...so let us continue. With the new and upgraded radiator-core arriving back from the fabricators after the holidays, the rad is now completed- ….and a dry-fit- I'm hoping to have the whole assembly finished and mounted this week. Then I can continue with the suspension etc. Fingers crossed! So, that's all for now, folks!! Thanks for watching!! Cheers, H 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy vd M. Posted January 8, 2019 Share Posted January 8, 2019 That's beautiful Harvey. You're fabricating a highly desirable object. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannes Posted January 8, 2019 Share Posted January 8, 2019 Yes ! Now it´s exactly how it should be . A magnificent construction . Hannes 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickD Posted January 8, 2019 Share Posted January 8, 2019 Harv, Happy new year. I am struggling to find any new superlatives or emojis to use. Here's to another productive New Year for all. Regards Nick 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted January 8, 2019 Share Posted January 8, 2019 3 hours ago, Roy vd M. said: That's beautiful Harvey. You're fabricating a highly desirable object. So very true. Harvey this has all the makings of a true 'museum piece' exactly because of the hand-crafted nature of your work. It has real 'charm', something only artifacts have that have not been assembled from prefabricated parts but that sprang from each and every piece having come from your hand. I struggle to articulate the exact nature of what I'm thinking but this work is definitely not merely 'model building' - but true art. I know it when I see it and many of the rest of us do too, realize it or not. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Totally Mad Olivier Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 A masterwork, Harvey, hats off my friend !! Olivier 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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