My dream in progress ----Project Ragon Fly - Page 5 - Cut-Weld-Drive Forums

Ace of Shades · December 6th, 2009, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Jogyver

Two steps forward ... five reverse. This is the first chop , channel & rake I have ever done. Oh what fun.
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Even though its a pain in the ass its still a killer build, and it looks sharp now; I can't wait to see the finished product

Jogyver · December 7th, 2009, 07:19 PM

Well I kinda have an idea what I doing with the doors . After welding the botttom inner piece on the door , forgot about a threashold and carpet . So I cut it off and started over . Raised up 3/4" .

Now by splitting the door I can make it look flush on the inside.

I'm thinking of welding a heavier gauge steel in the front door jamb area . I 'll get to that later . I put a nice gash in my side lots of blood .. no stitches needed. Thanks to crazy glue . Burns only for a little while though it was relieved by a shot a Jack .

hotsauce · December 8th, 2009, 04:14 PM

You cut up ribbed doors AND suicide hinged them? The purists are gonna shit the bed when they see this.

Jogyver · December 14th, 2009, 06:06 PM

Finally some progress - I have one door fitted up . The suicide hinge works finally. Started to finish the inside of the door . It's more than I expected . I welded in some heavy gauge steel in the front for the bear claw latches. I plan on using the VW style door seals . Oh what fun.
Nobody carries the thin gauge .049 1/2 square tubing. So in my search I came up with 1/2" square tubing used for shelf supports from Home Depot.

A little old Skool bending with the vise.

Open cut one end . There you have it a custom seal channel .

Lower step of the inner door panel.

I have two weeks off around Xmas . I should get both doors done.

**Hebster52** · December 14th, 2009, 09:31 PM

Jup. You said it... I will hunt you down and make you regret it...

Nah, those are just a pair of Oval door so no harm done...

This is one project I've been following with big interest..

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Originally Posted by hotsauce

You cut up ribbed doors AND suicide hinged them? The purists are gonna shit the bed when they see this.

V8SuperBeetle · December 15th, 2009, 06:27 AM

Awesome project! Love it!

Jogyver · December 15th, 2009, 07:43 AM

Hey at least I'm saving all the

scrap metal .

Jogyver · January 24th, 2010, 01:04 PM

With all the stress at work I have not been too intrigued in touching my project. We were told last November that 50% of our work force will be reduced by March 2010. We now have to reapply for our jobs. I just could not create under all the BS!

I did get something done . I was able to finish the passenger door . Looking at all the projects on this site with suicide doors and I have one question. Are you guys going to have windows that work? I had to modify my hinges to get more clearance in the door for the window tracks. I also finished the door so I can use a VW interior panel.

Jogyver · March 28th, 2010, 03:08 PM

Well the project was postponed for a bit until I received the word that I still have a job. The corp. I 've been working for 23 yrs decided to sell off 50% of the assets in of division. That also meant 50% of the people were being let go. I still have a job for now. It's unfortunate for the ones that don't. It will be grey in out office for some time to come.

That's enough of the gloom and doom.

Here's some progress .
Trunk area

Foot box construction

Mock up of dash

AirheadZim · March 28th, 2010, 03:37 PM

That sucker's gonna be sweeeet!!!

Zim

detroit73super · March 28th, 2010, 06:07 PM

Wow, looking sweet. Sorry about your employment situation...Good luck. If you're are still having issues with your suicide doors, there's a recent thread around here somewhere where myself and a few others have posted some info.

Flipper_1938 · March 29th, 2010, 07:11 AM

What is the idea behind the tall dash?

Jogyver · March 29th, 2010, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Flipper_1938

What is the idea behind the tall dash?

I have to hind the pedal brackets and the heater. I plan on add some addtional contour to it .

bt12 · March 29th, 2010, 08:12 PM

Hey Joe, long time no see. It looks great.

Bryan

Jogyver · March 30th, 2010, 02:54 AM

Bryan , Where you been? I still have your wheels . Maybe I should buy them off you. How's your project going?

bt12 · March 30th, 2010, 05:57 AM

My finances took a serious down-turn. I had to put all hobbies on hold. I'm better now, hey, do-do happens.
I just looked, the last time I was here was in Sept (time flies).

We're good on the wheels, just keep using them, if needed. Ill get them from you when your done.

The mash-up needs paint. It will be painted this year. I'll send you some pics.

Bryan

Jogyver · March 30th, 2010, 06:58 PM

The dash mock up wasn't going anywhere. Someone rolled off an idea and I think it will work.

Jogyver · April 21st, 2010, 06:33 PM

Finally got the new air plenum . It does look different. Then again there were some strange looking injection systems at the strip in the 60's. The color will be different on the block.

I do need your opinion . The rear fenders. What do you think?
Less tire exposed?

More tire exposed ?

I will roll the edges to finish them.

Jogyver · April 21st, 2010, 06:42 PM

Palepainter · April 21st, 2010, 08:59 PM

Are fenders required in your state? If not, I would go with out all together. That big fat tire looks great hanging out there. Project is looking killer. You have gotten a ton of work done!

Jogyver · May 23rd, 2010, 06:48 PM

I have been away for awhile and haven't posted any updates. Things should be moving along soon.
Since my gas tank is in the back .. I got a little creative with the tank filler.

VolksRod95 · May 24th, 2010, 06:26 AM

Kool man!

Cat Box · May 24th, 2010, 07:21 AM

i like your car. it is good to my eye.....

Daniel · May 24th, 2010, 12:37 PM

thats going to be 1 sick car!!

JiI · May 24th, 2010, 01:35 PM

Ditch the fenders amigo!

Jeff