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Offline dw230

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #75 on: December 31, 2010, 02:50:30 PM »
JD,

Apparently this chop got the OK from Doug Robinson. See reply #67.

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #76 on: December 31, 2010, 03:06:57 PM »
DW Hey no bigge...I just know what I like and I would do if I was chopping a top. I was trying to remember what Mitchell did with his '37 and can't remeber other than I liked it. Mich doesn't run a blower so the classes don't mean much yet. You can see by my response I excused myself from the SCTA other than making sure it doesn't get you in trouble and he did before he started. I mentioned profile because I like them to look stock. A few guy I know have chopped '53 Chevies and now the trunk is a foot longer and to me looks like s--t.....................JD
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #77 on: December 31, 2010, 03:11:58 PM »
Jimmy, I know what you are saying. That is exactly why we waited, until we had an answer on what was expected for a chop.If we had been told that we needed to do it on the manner you presented, then we would gladly have. Obviously we hoped we could do it this way, as it is far easier, and may have aerodynamic advantages over the other way.

Please remember, we aren't trying to circumvent the rules, but rather, we are trying to follow them to the letter. I've asked a lot of questions, all of which were probably obvious to an experienced LSR hand.

...and I'm pretty sure I'm not generally considered a 'rat rodder'! :wink: :-D :-D
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #78 on: December 31, 2010, 03:20:00 PM »
Quote from: dw230 on December 31, 2010, 02:50:30 PM
JD,

Apparently this chop got the OK from Doug Robinson. See reply #67.

DW

That chop does "LOOK" good,, I would sure want a ruling in writing as it sure changed the profile and the relationship more than I read the rules.

Don't get me wrong, but for "Classic"  that "may be a problem".. I hope not as I love that look.

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #79 on: December 31, 2010, 03:27:43 PM »
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #80 on: December 31, 2010, 04:18:47 PM »
Charles, that's a GREAT looking '39! :cheers:

I too, like cars with a stock look. I always swore I wouldn't own a chopped car. However, my desire to go as fast as possible, seems to have overridden the desire for the stock look.

This '58 Del ray, stayed stock, except for the tri-power. I removed these rims after I bought the car. It has since been sold to help finance this build,

The '29 Graham Paige is stock also. Here are a couple of pics of my dad, and granddaughter, leaving for a ride. It too, will be sold to finance this project.
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #81 on: December 31, 2010, 06:43:26 PM »
Love it or hate it, here is where we are at. Here is Shannon's message:

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Here is some progress for the day. Once I get the other side all tacked together, I am tackling it with a wire wheel to get all fo the primer off. Shouldn't weld over primer. These are only tacks. Then I am getting out the hammer and dolly to massage it as I weld it. The welding will be really slow, so after it is all tacked together, I will not really be showing to much progress. But here we sit as of today. I am still working on it but she is getting there.
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With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. However, this is not necessarily a good idea. It is hard to be sure where they are going to land, and it could be dangerous sitting under them as they fly overhead. -- RFC 1925

You can't make a race horse out of a pig. But if you work hard enough at it you can make a mighty fast pig. - Bob Akin

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #82 on: December 31, 2010, 06:54:13 PM »
Two arguments can be made here. Chopping it your way (which is right regardless of historical hotrod/custom tradition) yields a better looking, better executed chop. Sure the rear profile is different but so is the SIDE PROFILE, thats the nature of chops. Doing it JDs way (traditional and I helped on a couple like that years ago) makes for a harder chop, as in more seams. But, it also changes the profile of the turret when viewed from fron or rear. The top gets WIDER in the crown when done this way! So, if someone will argue that the rear of the roof is more aero your way, someone else can also argue that maybe the wider profiloe ALSO has an advantage?

Just playing devils advocate. :evil:
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #83 on: December 31, 2010, 07:35:47 PM »
fairly well too  :-D
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #84 on: December 31, 2010, 07:59:30 PM »
Quote from: SPARKY on December 31, 2010, 07:35:47 PM
fairly well too  :-D

The more you guys get to know me the more you will see my 180 degree view of the worlf :-P :wink:
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #85 on: December 31, 2010, 08:22:55 PM »
We look forward to it!

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #86 on: January 01, 2011, 01:02:44 AM »
38...Hey I'm OK with anyway it's done. I just like the side profile of the top when it just looks chopped and doesn't change the rear angle...it's a personal thing with me. Funny thing T is right when you split the top 2 ways it IS wider that's why I mentioned the doner top and doors from "back in the day".

Many years ago Ray Hedsrom (once holder of the XO/VGC record) chopped his 41 Chevy coupe over the winter and used lotsa of "extra" pieces just like you are. I'm sure it will look grate when you are done. I'll just leave my '40 Chevy coupe alone (it too once held the XO/VGC record) now long retired.....
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #87 on: January 01, 2011, 08:04:47 AM »
" I'm sure it will look " grate " when you are done. I'll just leave my '40 Chevy coupe alone."

JD  was that intentional or just a subconscious Freudian  :-o , that speaks to your opinion?  :wink:
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #88 on: January 01, 2011, 09:23:47 AM »
Quote from: SPARKY on January 01, 2011, 08:04:47 AM
" I'm sure it will look " grate " when you are done. I'll just leave my '40 Chevy coupe alone."

JD  was that intentional or just a subconscious Freudian  :-o , that speaks to your opinion?  :wink:

Man, that's funny!

JD, I know what your saying! I really appreciate all the comments, advice, and even criticism, from everyone. Being a first time LSR build, I know I have lots to learn, so the more 'eyes', the better

Happy New Year everyone! :cheers:


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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #89 on: January 01, 2011, 04:44:34 PM »
Buddy, I had a 58 Del Ray when I got married back in 62.
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