The Willomet Charger

[4door99]

Watching your videos and you’re doing an awesome job! Keep them coming!

I have a question about lighting in your shop. Seems like you covered this somewhere, but I can’t find it. What fixtures are you using? My shop is to the point of light, and lighting means everything to me. I like it bright!!

 

[AgDieseler]

Thanks Chad. It’s just five 4x2 LEDs, plus a corncob at the center. As well, I used some smaller output LEDs for the work table.

David

 

[Greg72]

Only 102*.....must have been one of those cool Texas days!!

Good advice on the PPE.

I found a YouTube video on how to build a downdraft "Grinding Box" based on simple box fans and standard HVAC house filters... really made me think twice about the amount of grinding dust I've already inhaled in my lifetime.
Ever considered a clever way to seal up the perimeter edges of that swanky welding table and create a downdraft ventilation system underneath it? Might be too turbulent and disturb your shielding gas... but if the vent was on a dimmer switch you might be able to balance the fume extraction vs. shielding gas coverage.

(Yes. I'm putting the idea in your head so that you can think about it too. That's me getting free brain power for something I don't feel like solving all by myself)


-G

 

[1-ton]

just think one day..or year, this will be you.

 

[AgDieseler]

Only 102*.....must have been one of those cool Texas days!!

The offroad design shirt I had on under my pearl snap was several shades darker with sweat. I actually hang my 3L camelbak out there in an attempt to stay hydrated.

The mid 90s seem pretty lux right now.

Ever considered a clever way to seal up the perimeter edges of that swanky welding table and create a downdraft ventilation system underneath it? Might be too turbulent and disturb your shielding gas...

It’s a definite no-go for welding with a big cup like the FUPA or BBW. You might be able to swing it with MIG or small nozzle TIG, but you get more of a multi-function tool from a welding hood ventilator. I can definitely see the value for grinding. With the 3M mask, my boogers are still normal colored after a long day of work, and it would be neat to accomplish the same thing without breathing through Bane’s face crab.

just think one day..or year, this will be you.

One weld at a time...

David

 

[AgDieseler]

One step back. I lost control of the heat in a panel, so I made a repair patch. Here’s the step by step.

























I’m going to make some new copper backers just for this patch, especially since I can’t planish after the weld. But first, I’m clearing my headspace and working on the rockers.




David

 

[JoshHefnerX]

You're 'screw up' still looks better than new.

 

[campfire]

You're 'screw up' still looks better than new.

What screw up?

 

[AgDieseler]

What screw up?

Not pictured. It’s shameful garbage.

You're 'screw up' still looks better than new.

I like making small patches like these. I have another to do up front, and will probably shoot some video on how to.

Meanwhile, Rev2 rockers are roughed in. Lots of fine fitting to do.




I love clecos.


David

 

[imiceman44]

One step back. I lost control of the heat in a panel, so I made a repair patch. Here’s the step by step.

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I’m going to make some new copper backers just for this patch, especially since I can’t planish after the weld. But first, I’m clearing my headspace and working on the rockers.
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David

I know that I should be able to do all of this, I have been really good with body work, but never had time to get this deep on a project, but still every time I see your work I am

 

[imiceman44]

Not pictured. It’s shameful garbage.

I like making small patches like these. I have another to do up front, and will probably shoot some video on how to.

Meanwhile, Rev2 rockers are roughed in. Lots of fine fitting to do.
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I love clecos.
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David

I love them too but I have nothing compared to you, just a small box.

 

[AgDieseler]

I know that I should be able to do all of this, I have been really good with body work, but never had time to get this deep on a project, but still every time I see your work I am

Thanks dude. This car is teaching me a whole new set of skills that the suburban never could. The ability to build it without the need to drive it is pretty neat.

I love them too but I have nothing compared to you, just a small box.

I’m only doing this project so I could crack open a fresh box of 100.

David

 

[Greg72]

The ability to build it without the need to drive it is pretty neat.

David

Welcome to my world..... ha!



-G

 

[AgDieseler]

Welcome to my world..... ha!

When I came back to CK5 in ‘14, I caught up on your thread and found the story of a dude building at a high level in his own garage to be very empowering. A few months later, I tore apart the car and started my own journey.

I’m there with you, and working like hell to catch up.

David

 

[AgDieseler]

Both rockers are finely fit, cleco’d, and ready to get burned in. I ran out of weld thru primer, but got nearly everything else done.

The Rev2 rockers address the water that will inevitably will make its way into this part of the original structure, and so just like the factory did, I included two drain holes in the design. There may still be a third depending on how the rear quarter integrates.

The entire lower lip is now planished to the rocker plate, so the fit should be snug all the way. I was concerned about air gaps creating a home for rust.



Now for a crazy busy week of work.

David

 

[AgDieseler]

It’s a full weekend of fine fitting, welding, and blending. This is the last artifact of the old rocker shape, which (turns out) isn’t that flat to the rails. Easy fix.




There are 200ish tack holes, 50 per flange per side.


Burned in and blended. Go slow and manage the heat. I did 3 tacks per side, air quenching each one.




Super straight upper flange.

Detail shot of the 1/8” kickup for the quarter panel, fully planished for a tight fit to the inner plate.


Next up, burn in the lower plugs and prep for assembly of the rails.

David

 

[AgDieseler]

I had a full week of travel, and lost a few days to the flu. I must have licked an armrest somewhere. Making the most of the downtime, I worked on drawings and video editing.

Here’s the final frame drawing. There are minor tweaks to the front, mid, and rear widths. This all gets burned in starting Saturday, 10/26.



David

 

[AgDieseler]

Long, and good day. Details to come.



David

 

[kgblazerfive]

You shop looks different .......

 

[Blazooki]

Artists...once they hit the big time and have their own show they become impossible to work with...he was prob like "I cant create in this space anymore"