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John Glover has done a tremendous job of describing and illustrating techniques refined and perfected over a lifetime of unparalleled metal shaping successes in The Practical Sheet Metal Worker.
The book is divided into sections that include working the edges of metal parts, like beading, forming a wire edge and turning a flange. There is also a wealth of information on shrinking, tucking and heat shrinking. A section on making louvers is particularly helpful. The 'finishing touches' described in the book can enhance any metal shaping project, from basic to very advanced. Happily, John covers metal fabrication details and fine points in true English form - with excellent clarity and exquisite attention to detail.
Antique race cars, motorcycle gas tanks, aircraft parts and many other projects are all covered. Readers will enjoy John's perspective and personal touch along with intriguing information from days gone by. It’s full of valuable information about the hand forming of metal parts used in restoration, prototype, race and custom cars.
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Metal Finishing
Weld finishing and final planishing are achieved with some of the metal working "tools of the trade"
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NOW ON SALE, 20% off through April 30th:
Hammerforming DVD
Practical Sheet Metal Worker, book by John Glover
Slope T Dolly
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MIG Welding is widely used, but few people really understand how each of the variables affects the finished weld. This program can be easily understood by a beginner, but it covers information even seasoned professionals can learn from. Ron Covell goes through the entire process step-by-step, and gives clear descriptions of how each factor affects the weld, including wire speed, voltage, stickout, gun angle, travel speed, and gas flow. He also covers plug welds, patch panels, welding aluminum, and using flux core wire.
You’ll especially enjoy the special bonus section on Plasma Cutting!
70 minute DVD, # 1000-22
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The MetalAce 44F U-weld English Wheel Kit
This kit provides all the components necessary to build the popular 44F, a go-anywhere wheeling machine to meet all your metal shaping needs. Use the supplied blueprints to build a replica of our frame, or add your own creativity and customize your frame and use our high quality wheels and components.
The included screw lift assembly has a quick-release cam mechanism that lowers the anvil yoke with a 90 degree rotation of the handle. This makes it easy to get the material out and return back to the original pressure setting, plus the anvils can be changed quickly in this fashion. The anvil yoke has precision adjustments on both sides of the axle support to true the anvil with the top wheel. (Material for the frame is not included.)
Check out the wheel designed by Jeff Fournier and built by one of our workshop students using this kit!
INCLUDES:
(6) 3 inch wide anvil wheels: Flat, 2.5, 3.75, 6.0, 12.0, and 24.0 inch radii
8 x 3 inch upper wheel
Jack, kick wheel, yoke, and hardware
Floor casters
Bill of materials and blueprints
MADE IN USA
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A selection of 6 back issues from our remaining stock of Metal Crafter's News.
Metal Crafter's News®, The Journal of Metal Fabrication Published by Ron Fournier
This was a bimonthly magazine created specifically for metal craftsman and automotive enthusiasts in the mid to late 90's. Metal Crafter's News focused on custom metal shaping for the automotive, aircraft and motorcycle industries.
Ron used MCN to share more than 35 years of experience & insight on a variety of topics, including: tips & techniques, craftsman profiles, projects & patterns, new construction, restoration, tool & product reviews and more.
Please note: these have been out of print for quite a few years. We have a remaining surplus of some issues and offer them for those still interested. Please call if you have any questions reagrding availability of a specific issue.
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MOTORCYCLE METAL FABRICATION: from Sheet to Street
Watch master metal fabricator Ron Fournier create custom motorcycle sheet metal parts from scratch, including construction of an aluminum tank, fairing and front fender in this comprehensive film.
Also featured is step-by-step fabrication of the bike's entire rear section which includes the fender, sides and seat pan. Each step and every technique is clearly demonstrated in a manner that shows the viewer how to make custom parts of their own design.
The entire metal shaping process is detailed with thorough explanations & helpful tips to 'de-mystify' metal working magic. From pattern to finished product - Ron explains custom metal work - the result is professional and ready for paint. Armed with fundamental metal shaping knowledge, some essential tools - and a few "tricks of the trade", you can take your next project from sheet to street!
Demonstration & Instruction on:
Project Planning
Pattern Development
Buck Design & Fabrication
Annealing
Blocking and Smoothing
Metal Shaping using an English wheel
Shrinking & Stretching
Heliarc Tack-Welding & Gas Welding
Tips on Final Trim & Fit
Metal Finishing
Over 3-1/2 hours of metal working instruction in this 2 DVD SET!
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Sheet Metal Machines
Traditional metal shaping machines like bead rollers, planishing hammers, brakes and English wheels are essential sheet metal shop equipment.
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Ideal for metal finishing the area around a weld seam on fabricated body work. Designed for use in hard to reach areas such as around braces, gussets and other blind areas.
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