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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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26.75 |
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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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These metal formers are great for making smooth radius bends in sheet metal without cutting, heating or hammering the material. Reproduce just about anything with a curved edge. Mount on a workbench, in a vise or on a stand.
Use the shrinker to contract metal and to make inside curves. Use the stretcher to expand the metal for outside curves.
Cast iron body with hardened tool steel jaws for exceptional durability and long life. Each 12-lb. unit comes completely assembled and ready to use.
Made in USA
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180.00 |
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A necessity for Metal Workers! Ron's popular follow-up reference book to Metal Fabricator's Handbook.
INSIDE YOU WILL FIND TIPS ON: Setting up your own shop, proper use of the English wheel, basic metal shaping techniques, the art of hammerforming, proper riveting techniques, and tips on restoring original sheet metal.
Fully illustrated how-to sequences are included, along with many photos to develop sheet metal skills.
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28.00 |
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These metal formers are great for making smooth radius bends in sheet metal without cutting, heating or hammering the material. Reproduce just about anything with a curved edge. Mount on a workbench, in a vise or on a stand.
Use the shrinker to contract metal and to make inside curves. Use the stretcher to expand the metal for outside curves.
Cast iron body with hardened tool steel jaws for exceptional durability and long life. Each 12-lb. unit comes completely assembled and ready to use.
Please note:
If you order optional Foot Operated Shrinker Stand (SSF2005) with this tool, we will not incude handle unless requested at the time of order.
MADE IN THE USA, by LANCASTER
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180.00 |
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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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Metal Finishing
Weld finishing and final planishing are achieved with some of the metal working "tools of the trade"
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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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Sections include: Tool selection and use, MIG, TIG, arc- and gas-welding, Fuel and oil tanks, Exhaust headers, Roll bars and roll cages, Sheet metal interiors and Basic metal shaping.
This practical book shows how to build structurally sound, good looking metal parts for custom street rods, race cars or restorations. Over 350 step-by-step photos and instructions illustrate proper welding, metal shaping and design techniques.
"For the reader with more than a passing interest in automotive fabrication, this book is an excellent acquisition." -Road & Track
MOTO Award Winner for Best Technical How-to Book in 1984
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