Re: Howard's 47 Custom project
Posted by HH56 On 2018/5/11 10:18:40
In case anyone has noticed, there is not much happening with the car. Lack of motivation for working on the remaining mechanical stuff has struck big time but still dabble in small things I can do sitting or without a lot of physical effort.
Been working on a project to reproduce my missing upper radiator splasher in fiberglass since originals seem to be gone in many cases and apparently not that readily found from parts cars. Wes loaned me his original so I could make a mold in silicone to lay the glass into. Too bad there are so many versions of such a simple piece but this one apparently fits only the 42-7 non AC Super and Custom models. Unknown what is different or would be needed to fit others.
Here is the first one after only a quick trim out of the mold. Even with the errors made in the fiberglass layup (I remember now why I dislike fiberglass work) it is respectable which quite honestly surprised me. Will be completely serviceable with some finish work and painting but will probably make another one or two to see if I can improve the process. Am debating how best to finish the edges so they appear more metal like but the rest is quite presentable.
Attach file:
(123.39 KB)
Been working on a project to reproduce my missing upper radiator splasher in fiberglass since originals seem to be gone in many cases and apparently not that readily found from parts cars. Wes loaned me his original so I could make a mold in silicone to lay the glass into. Too bad there are so many versions of such a simple piece but this one apparently fits only the 42-7 non AC Super and Custom models. Unknown what is different or would be needed to fit others.
Here is the first one after only a quick trim out of the mold. Even with the errors made in the fiberglass layup (I remember now why I dislike fiberglass work) it is respectable which quite honestly surprised me. Will be completely serviceable with some finish work and painting but will probably make another one or two to see if I can improve the process. Am debating how best to finish the edges so they appear more metal like but the rest is quite presentable.
Attach file:
(123.39 KB)
This Post was from: https://packardinfo.com/xoops/html/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?post_id=202694