CrustyD3mon
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HAH sure...seems that one side of the mottor is for 3 cilinders...and other side only 2...
Above 1200 Sq/FT Restored 1930's Auto Shop
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ZRX61
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Do you work with Mike Hastings?
Hey thomas...again....thanks to much for sharing this journey with us....
I imagine wath you and your wife pass trough...ahah
What a great day brightener! Boy did you ever get that one right! Over the last seven years I've had many, many nights exactly like that. Many!!
Thanks so very much.
Grinning Thomas
None of the intake parts are there and the bare heads are not in view.
The head studs are out except for 1
The generator is not in the picture.
I do see the fuel pump rod.
If I remember correctly this is not a 25 hp engine, the stand for the generator is removable.
I did not see the bad part.
Scott
Vernmotor
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So is that a VW motor ?
Stuart in MN
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It's a page from the classic manual How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive; A Manual of Step-By-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot, by John Muir. It's a must have for any owner of an original Beetle.
CrustyD3mon
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landroversforever
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Thomas, if you are after snow plough... not many companies come better than Bunce! The company is based about 5-6miles from my place and actually owned by a friend-of-a-friend. Check them out here: http://www.bunce.co.uk/index.html
'66toomany
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Thomas, just what to take a moment and wish you, Chris and the kids a Happy Thanksgiving. Also everyone else in our little slice of heaven a Happy Thanksgiving also.
I am greatful for letting us come along for the ride. It truly has been a lot of fun learning so many new things. This COTU teaching has inspired me to get back out and work on my self imposed honey do list. Thank You, Greg.
I am greatful for letting us come along for the ride. It truly has been a lot of fun learning so many new things. This COTU teaching has inspired me to get back out and work on my self imposed honey do list. Thank You, Greg.
markviii
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Greg - honored that you chose this thread for your first post. Hang on for the continued trip into the vortex!
Happy Thanksgiving to all of you who have become part of our extended "family". We're all connected somehow, but especially through GJ.
Chris
Happy Thanksgiving to all of you who have become part of our extended "family". We're all connected somehow, but especially through GJ.
Chris
Greg, how very nice of you for those kind words and wishes. As Chris mentioned earlier, we send our best wishes for a safe and happy holiday to all of our good friends who stop by this thread for a visit to the shop now and then and to all those who also find lurking suits them best.
We would also like to extend our best to all our fellow Garage Journal enthusiasts as we all share a common passion here.I am truly blessed and thankful to all of you for your wonderful support and enthusiasm here. This thread has been fun for you and fun for us, a win-win combination. There is more in store!
Thankful Thomas
Amitygravel
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Hello Thomas and Chris !!
Hope you have a great Thanksgiving !
As the year draws to a close THANK YOU for all of the great photos , history and how to information you have provided in 2012 !
I think its safe to say we all look forward to any new goodies you come up with.
Your generosity and energy is limitless and inspires many of us.
Craig
Hope you have a great Thanksgiving !
As the year draws to a close THANK YOU for all of the great photos , history and how to information you have provided in 2012 !
I think its safe to say we all look forward to any new goodies you come up with.
Your generosity and energy is limitless and inspires many of us.
Craig
Morton "Barn" Shoot, Part I.
Well I've been busy lately flying and for the last day or so getting ready for the good folks at Morton Buildings to finally come to the barn and do a photo and video shoot of their nice building. We've been trying to set this up for the last year or so but scheduling or weather problems have prevented it.....until now.
These two fine fellows did a rather compressive shoot of the barn using still and video photography. It was done both inside and outside of the barn, which you might remember is a Morton Buildings product. I was doing a photo shoot of my own documenting them, documenting the barn. Since they never get photos of themselves at work, I thought I'd supply them with some candid shots.
The weather was fantastic and they both were automotive enthusiasts which allowed for...
...use of the apron in front of the barn for different cars in the foreground and the barn as a backdrop.
We were also able to film a video interview outside.
Here they are getting all the equipment set up and doing sound checks.
They were especially smitten with the '66 Lincoln and selected it as the primary vehicle for use as a prop during the interview.
Once all the outside shooting...
... was completed they turned their attention to...
...doing a tour inside.
They used some additional lighting...
... to "fill in" the corners. It's important that Mr Johnson's anvil is shown in the best possible light! Up next, the inside story.
Thomas
Well I've been busy lately flying and for the last day or so getting ready for the good folks at Morton Buildings to finally come to the barn and do a photo and video shoot of their nice building. We've been trying to set this up for the last year or so but scheduling or weather problems have prevented it.....until now.
These two fine fellows did a rather compressive shoot of the barn using still and video photography. It was done both inside and outside of the barn, which you might remember is a Morton Buildings product. I was doing a photo shoot of my own documenting them, documenting the barn. Since they never get photos of themselves at work, I thought I'd supply them with some candid shots.
The weather was fantastic and they both were automotive enthusiasts which allowed for...
...use of the apron in front of the barn for different cars in the foreground and the barn as a backdrop.
We were also able to film a video interview outside.
Here they are getting all the equipment set up and doing sound checks.
They were especially smitten with the '66 Lincoln and selected it as the primary vehicle for use as a prop during the interview.
Once all the outside shooting...
... was completed they turned their attention to...
...doing a tour inside.
They used some additional lighting...
... to "fill in" the corners. It's important that Mr Johnson's anvil is shown in the best possible light! Up next, the inside story.
Thomas
Omphaloskeptic
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Thomas, that was awfully gracious of you to allow the Morton crew come and document one of their builds. How did the shoot request come about? They certainly had a beautiful day (and setting) to do their shoot!
Good question Omphaloskeptic. For anyone who has been following this thread you know that when I was a youngster, growing up and coming to the shop it use to be out in the country...
...here's the road leading to the shop, note what's across the street to the right...
...another view looking back across the street out front all you can see are farm fields for miles and miles.
Over time the bustling Village of Philo has grown out to the shop property...
...here you can see houses in the distance at one edge of the property...
...and right behind the barn are a couple of houses as well.
So even though the barn is a somewhat large building, of a style typically found in a rural, agricultural setting, its unique location allows it to straddle both rural and urban placements. Morton is always on the lookout for its buildings that are are used in unusual locations and or have non traditional uses. As I understand it, my Morton sales rep informed the home office that my building was located in what is essentially a residential area and also pointed out it has several features not normally found on or in their buildings. A few among those are a relatively low exterior roof line, even though it has a high interior ceiling made possible with the use of scissor trusses. The large car port over the main overhead door is not often seen.
Also I understand it's rare to have hidden electrical wiring behind the steel interior paneling...
...which really gives it a clean, neat and tidy look. Neither he, nor the photo crew had ever seen that done before.
At any rate, Morton contacted me over a year ago asking to do the photo shoot and we've been trying ever since. They have now asked to return once there is some snow on the building and ground to do some additional photos and video. Maybe we'll get the John Deere with the snow blower in action!
Some interior shots coming up.
Thomas
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OK Mavawreck, coming up.
Thomas
Awesome, looks like a nice truck and one of the unsung heros of the shop.
donnie
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Did I miss something? (very possible with this thread
)Do you own a plastic sport car now?
Did I miss something? (very possible with this thread
Do you own a plastic sport car now?
Ummmm, in answer to both questions donnie, yes and yes, except it's fiberglass and not plastic. You know the old saying, "Wrap your a$$ in fiberglass" or words to that effect.
(I might kindly suggest you definitely need to do a serious review before the test!
)Thomas
Vernmotor
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So this will make you a movie star now ?
busted knuckle
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I've been lurking on this post it seems like years. The joy of the discoveries and refurbs has just been great. Thomas, you are one hell of a man of the world with your experiences and giving to all. I'm a Ford Falcon guy, but enjoy them all. Dad is a Chevy man, says he could never get any service from a Ford. If I'm ever your way or out at Bonnivile (on my bucketlist) I'll most definitely look you up. Love the old tools so show us some more shed finds.
I have followed your thread for a bit and, enjoy your work and attitude. The picture of the '66 Lincoln reminded me of working on the design of the interior when I first started with Ford design in '63. Your location is a unique area of the midwest - some of the best soil no doubt. Look forward to the new home design you guys select.
Vernmotor
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LOL well it sounded good ! call me Jamie.. thomas
bluestripe67
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Thomas, you really have my attention now. I see you own a Vette. I also own one. It's a '67 conv. Tell me more about yours. Dennis
If it helps i used to race SCCA GT1 in a Vette. It was a 68 with a Rhere and Morrison built 350 and a Doug Nash 5 speed. Loved driving that car until the owners wife ran it into a corner. Had to section the frame as well as rebuild the body.
We sold it just after that and I got involved in FF1600 cars. Still miss it sometimes but glad I got out when I did.
It was a 68 with a Rhere and Morrison built 350 and a Doug Nash 5 speed. Loved driving that car until the owners wife ran it into a corner. Had to section the frame as well as rebuild the body. We sold it just after that and I got involved in FF1600 cars. Still miss it sometimes but glad I got out when I did.I just had closer look at my version of this wrench...
It says:
COES WRENCH
6 S (& also something else I can't quite make out on one side).
The other side says:
MADE IN USA
UNDER L.COES PATS
Steel
Greetings busted knuckle, it seems like I've been doing this thread for years! It just so happens Cameron and I spent a few more hours in the tool shed this afternoon. Our main goal was to free up a self standing sheet metal storage unit (SSSMSU?) and all the sheet metal it held and take it over to my Buddy whose Dad was Mr Johnson. It was something he has wanted but it was so deep in the tool shed I'm just now getting to it. We had to bring the John Deere in to pick it up and it was so heavy we needed to unload about half the sheet metal before the tractor could lift it! Anyway it's now over at his shop and we've freed up more space in the tool shed.
That reminded me to take a closer look at the little adjustable monkey wrench (did we ever determine that's the proper name for this style wrench??
) It needs some clean up before I'll be able to make out any manufacture markings.
This was my Grandfathers wrench of a similar style. He had taped the handle I'm guessing because the wood was cracked perhaps. I'll remove the tape at some point and do a proper repair on it.
Anyway they both make quite the pair and I do use the larger one every so often, especially on old school square fasteners...
...like these from 1928...
...used on the lift. It's the perfect tool for them. Should you find yourself near here please drop by or try to find me at Bonneville.
Thomas
OK Dennis, all it took was 283 pages of material, hundreds of pictures, reams of text and a picture of a Corvette to get your attention, great - you're easy!!
I'll post some more information about it for you, but it'd be nice to see that '67 of yours in the meantime.Thomas
Rich, your image didn't post. All I got was a blue box with a question mark in it. You want to try again?
Thomas
The gentleman I bought mine from was torn about selling it. As I mentioned he'd owned it for 41 years but finally decided as he was getting older, it was time to start down-sizing. In the end, it was easier for him as he got to know me better and was quite happy to see it was going to be well taken care of.....and driven, not restored and just sitting around gathering dust! I've kept in contact and emailed several pictures of it and discussed what I've done with the car since I've owned it.
Thomas
bluestripe67
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Thomas, Chris, It's been great reading about the resurrection of your garage and filling it with great cars. I have new found inspiration to finish my garage that was extended six years ago. It serves for the maintenance and protection of my Mercedes TOY-2 and my '67 Vette TOY-1. It's not big but it does have heat and A/C and plenty of light. I have loaded some pics into my album. Now I need to figure out how to attach pics to posts. Dennis
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hobbitss
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Greetings busted knuckle, it seems like I've been doing this thread for years! It just so happens Cameron and I spent a few more hours in the tool shed this afternoon. Our main goal was to free up a self standing sheet metal storage unit (SSSMSU?) and all the sheet metal it held and take it over to my Buddy whose Dad was Mr Johnson. It was something he has wanted but it was so deep in the tool shed I'm just now getting to it. We had to bring the John Deere in to pick it up and it was so heavy we needed to unload about half the sheet metal before the tractor could lift it! Anyway it's now over at his shop and we've freed up more space in the tool shed.
That reminded me to take a closer look at the little adjustable monkey wrench (did we ever determine that's the proper name for this style wrench??
This was my Grandfathers wrench of a similar style. He had taped the handle I'm guessing because the wood was cracked perhaps. I'll remove the tape at some point and do a proper repair on it.
Thomas
Ahhhhhhh!!!! He said TOOL SHED!!!
But there are no photos from the TOOL SHED!!!!
Where are the photos of treasure hunting in the tool shed??
kbuhagiar
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...like these from 1928...
...used on the lift. It's the perfect tool for them. Should you find yourself near here please drop by or try to find me at Bonneville.
Thomas
OMG the nuts are not clocked!
realvc
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Hey Thomas
I too have a vette. I've been a fan of vettes for as long as I can remember. Owned a 63 vert back in 68. Had to sell it due to a ticket and insurance cost after the ticket. Did not have another one until 2009 when I was able to buy a red 1999 vert. six speed. Love the top down, shifting gears listening to the pipes sounding off as the rpms climb.
Again thanks for all the sharing of your shop and life. Hello to Chris too and the rest of your great family.
Vince
I too have a vette. I've been a fan of vettes for as long as I can remember. Owned a 63 vert back in 68. Had to sell it due to a ticket and insurance cost after the ticket. Did not have another one until 2009 when I was able to buy a red 1999 vert. six speed. Love the top down, shifting gears listening to the pipes sounding off as the rpms climb.
Again thanks for all the sharing of your shop and life. Hello to Chris too and the rest of your great family.
Vince
Yah it was showing and it disappeared.
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impala4speed
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Hi Thomas,
I have to admit to you that I have watched this fantastic thread of yours since nearly the beginning and am somewhat embarrassed that I haven't commented until now. I don't post much, if at all, being content to read much that's available on this site, learning a great deal along the way. But I have to say that your thread is my absolute favorite. What you have accomplished in transforming Mr. Johnson's old place is stunning enough in itself but the energy, enthusiasm, knowledge and overall history is just fascinating to me. I love the old equipment and tools, the old photos you've shared, the background info, you're automotive stable (especially the Nova and '64 Impala), the detail you provide on how these things are accomplished. And Gus too, I can't leave out Gus. The drag racing excursions and trip to Bonneville are icing on the cake. This would all be good enough for just the entertainment value but there's more to it than that. I find that I learn a great deal from your posts and even at 60 I still love to learn, especially when this is the subject matter. The fact that this is a family deal with your wonderful wife, Chris, makes it even better.
My place is just a 24 x 24 garage with a basket-case '66 Impala awaiting it's restoration, nothing compared to the Restored 1930's Auto Shop. But you've provided a great big heap of inspiration to me in my own little Garage World. And for that I thank you.
Sorry to be this long-winded but this was long overdue. I look forward to reading and enjoying more.
I have to admit to you that I have watched this fantastic thread of yours since nearly the beginning and am somewhat embarrassed that I haven't commented until now. I don't post much, if at all, being content to read much that's available on this site, learning a great deal along the way. But I have to say that your thread is my absolute favorite. What you have accomplished in transforming Mr. Johnson's old place is stunning enough in itself but the energy, enthusiasm, knowledge and overall history is just fascinating to me. I love the old equipment and tools, the old photos you've shared, the background info, you're automotive stable (especially the Nova and '64 Impala), the detail you provide on how these things are accomplished. And Gus too, I can't leave out Gus. The drag racing excursions and trip to Bonneville are icing on the cake. This would all be good enough for just the entertainment value but there's more to it than that. I find that I learn a great deal from your posts and even at 60 I still love to learn, especially when this is the subject matter. The fact that this is a family deal with your wonderful wife, Chris, makes it even better.
My place is just a 24 x 24 garage with a basket-case '66 Impala awaiting it's restoration, nothing compared to the Restored 1930's Auto Shop. But you've provided a great big heap of inspiration to me in my own little Garage World. And for that I thank you.
Sorry to be this long-winded but this was long overdue. I look forward to reading and enjoying more.