Getting to the body

[Rattee]

Got to mocking up the dash idea what do you think

 

[Spanky]

Looks cool. Will you use metal to face the console below the dash?

 

[Rattee]

I’m using the tubing for main structure the I’ll glass over it I’m going to end up cutting out most of the main structure of the dash

 

[Spanky]

Here's a link to a member's build thread showing how he made his console.

A Bit More Progress

I've had some time off of work this week so I got the pieces in place and did the body work on them and the console. These first pics just shows the benefit of taping off body filler. There's no reason to sand where you don't need to. It all worked out pretty well. But I now have to modify...

tbucketeer.com

 

[Rattee]

Just got back from the upholstery shop had to change a few things then the tops off to get covered

 

[Rattee]

Here’s the final frame

 

[LongJohn]

I like that a lot! Is it going to hinge up to make easier entry?

 

[Rattee]

Correct flips back and if you slide it to the drivers side you can completely remove the top.

 

[LongJohn]

That is slick! What is the top upholstery cost if you don’t mind.

 

[Rattee]

Got the main fiberglass work done on the dash tonight.

 

[Rattee]

That is slick! What is the top upholstery cost if you don’t mind.

Black canvas with snaps along the back edge and a window $1000

 

[LongJohn]

Black canvas with snaps along the back edge and a window $1000

Thanks. That is cheaper than a fiberglass top. I may go that way also.

 

[Rattee]

Thanks. That is cheaper than a fiberglass top. I may go that way also.

I started the build thinking I was going to cover it myself if the price was unreasonable.

 

[fletcherson]

Black canvas with snaps along the back edge and a window $1000

I Like that idea as well.

 

[Rattee]

The dash is starting to take shape. I’ve had to change some things due to seating. I’m staring to like the direction it’s going. Also worked in my new taillights. Next is the 36 Buick bumper for the rear.

 

[Rattee]

The dash is starting to take shape. I’ve had a few different things come up that have caused changes space is the major one. Also got to get one of the tail lights welded on. Next will be the 36 Buick bumper.

 

[Rattee]

Roof is done

 

[Spanky]

Nice! Good job.

 

[Rattee]

Nice! Good job.

I’m really pleased with it. For the first roof I’ve ever built it came out amazing. ( I think )

 

[Indycars]

Now that's a top that I like, most are too tall.