Codger Posted July 3, 2019 Share Posted July 3, 2019 What happened to the stunning MFH builds and the recent absence of Pochers ?? There were many skilled builders of these gems but except for a few high-level scratch builds, there's a dearth of current work on these projects. There were several promising starts made where questions were asked but no follow-through occurred. I hope these projects were not retired to darkness for lack of skill or interest. I know life can interfere with serious issues and hope that's not the case for many... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveyb258 Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 I think it's due to summer-time, tbh, Chas.....other things to do, holidays etc ..and, of course, work commitments for many. Don't worry, they'll be back. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwarz-Brot Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 Some didn't even start yet, though it is sooo tempting. 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted July 4, 2019 Author Share Posted July 4, 2019 Harvey you're almost certainly right. Schwarzie, Give in to those expensive urges............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krow113 Posted July 7, 2019 Share Posted July 7, 2019 (edited) I dunno what to tell you. My Big Red Lo stalled out on paint , other work got done on it but still need to final polish the paint. My MFH Knuckle got the frame sorted: Jigged and soldered together. Mainly to see if it would work , after tests on scrap pieces soldered nicely. The Knuckle is serious kit , and you don't go into it with a cavalier attitude , there is an approach for me that takes a while to muster and get going. Examining the kit there are multiple materials, multiple finish' , multiple ways to go about the procedures.... It takes me time to figure out which procedure to do first and then work out the next , etc. I never know how long the approach will take, Edited July 7, 2019 by krow113 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted July 7, 2019 Author Share Posted July 7, 2019 8 hours ago, krow113 said: I dunno what to tell you. You've told me a lot. Beautiful and simple frame jig. Glad your work ethic continues. Yes a complex project requires much thought and planning so time planning is added to construction time. But these types of builds has largely disappeared of late which is why I raised the question. Don't fret about how long it takes - my last project took 38 months of very regular work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krow113 Posted July 7, 2019 Share Posted July 7, 2019 (edited) MFH mystery may have more than a little to do with the soft metal. No-one was ready for that and it burnt a few guys right outta the gate. It solders beautifully and I did melt off a corner of the rear engine mount. Easily fixed by soldering on to the left over mount and fashioning the missing part. Did find a small niggle. The rear brake cross over tube's right hand vertical mount is a little too tall. You can see it here in this pic: There are some minor ramifications to this regarding the rear exhaust mount , I'm not worried , but would have taken care of it prior to the framework if I'd known. Edited July 7, 2019 by krow113 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwarz-Brot Posted July 7, 2019 Share Posted July 7, 2019 C, you know I would if I could. I spent some serious money on the Pocher, but more than double that on top for the transkit. There is no way you'll see me rush this build. This is going to be an epic journey, at least to me, and probably a once in a lifetime experience. I'll do the very best I can and then some, will take no shortcuts and not be satisfied with "good enough". It has to be perfect. And this starts with having a proper room for working on it. So today we took down one half of our future homes roof, the structure is going to be rebuilt and adapted this week. When this is on the way we will take down the remaining half. Quotes are coming in for windows, heating and all that stuff. So yes, it will take some more time before I will finally be able to start my journy. But finally I see some progress on that 1:1 scale project. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codger Posted July 7, 2019 Author Share Posted July 7, 2019 A great 'take no prisoners' approach. Best you can do with no corners cut. To be clear; I am NOT asking anyone to rush a build of any kind. Just saying I miss the complex and large scale work that was prevalent at one time here. I am hoping work will resume after major 1:1 projects like yours and vacations are largely past. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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