Hogtown Metal Shaping Meet, 2013

chevyboy · TORONTO, ONTARIO

RE: Hogtown Metal Shaping Meet, 2013

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Fordy Acres Car Farm wrote:
This may sound like a dumb question, but what would you recommend to be an ideal diameter and height for a stump? I have quite a few to choose from. Also, could/should I carve a subtle concave in one end? It would be easy enough to do in no time flat using a chainsaw.

I'd say about 30" high.

The best diameter is an odd shaped one that would allow about a 6" diameter concave plus a straight approx 3'' diameter hole for stretching right beside that. A split right at the edge going inwards is also good for stretching on.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

chevyboy wrote:
If I have my truck on the road by then there will be plenty of fenders and hoods to make patches for

Right on.

Just how many projects you working on now anyway? confuse

Keeper · OSHAWA, ONT

123pugsy wrote:
Fordy Acres Car Farm wrote:
This may sound like a dumb question, but what would you recommend to be an ideal diameter and height for a stump? I have quite a few to choose from. Also, could/should I carve a subtle concave in one end? It would be easy enough to do in no time flat using a chainsaw.

I'd say about 30" high.
The best diameter is an odd shaped one that would allow about a 6" diameter concave plus a straight approx 3'' diameter hole for stretching right beside that. A split right at the edge going inwards is also good for stretching on.

You have any pics of what a good stump looks like? I mean with the shapes cut in it, not just a stump...lol

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Keeper wrote:
123pugsy wrote:
Fordy Acres Car Farm wrote:
This may sound like a dumb question, but what would you recommend to be an ideal diameter and height for a stump? I have quite a few to choose from. Also, could/should I carve a subtle concave in one end? It would be easy enough to do in no time flat using a chainsaw.

I'd say about 30" high.
The best diameter is an odd shaped one that would allow about a 6" diameter concave plus a straight approx 3'' diameter hole for stretching right beside that. A split right at the edge going inwards is also good for stretching on.

You have any pics of what a good stump looks like? I mean with the shapes cut in it, not just a stump...lol

Not now, I'm on vacation using my laptop. No pics stored in it.

Keeper · OSHAWA, ONT

Thanks, Enjoy the vacation!

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Gazoo wrote:
So I'll bring a '38 Dodge pickup front fender with the spare tire well. It needs a bit of persuading. The only tools I have for this is a dolly and hammer.

That's great. More "real" projects.

If you or anyone else has folding shop stands, they would be handy to have.

I have only 2 of them.

-- Edited by 123pugsy on Wednesday 10th of April 2013 04:39:03 PM

Gazoo · BADEN, ONT

So I'll bring a '38 Dodge pickup front fender with the spare tire well. It needs a bit of persuading. The only tools I have for this is a dolly and hammer.

Gazoo · BADEN, ONT

123pugsy wrote:
Gazoo wrote:
So I'll bring a '38 Dodge pickup front fender with the spare tire well. It needs a bit of persuading. The only tools I have for this is a dolly and hammer.
That's great. More "real" projects.

If you or anyone else has folding shop stands, they would be handy to have.

I have only 2 of them.

I have a couple cheap standard Mastercraft one's, with rollers on one side., will gladly throw them in the truck.

-- Edited by 123pugsy on Wednesday 10th of April 2013 04:39:03 PM

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

One week to go guys!

Dave Scott · ANCASTER, ONT

Looks like the weather is picking up nicely.

Great timing!

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Lightspeed Mike wrote:
Hi Pugsy, I have a friend who is willing to fill Johnods' spot. He has some Model A doors that need a little repair.

He's down.

More parts at the meet. Great!

-- Edited by 123pugsy on Monday 15th of April 2013 08:17:26 PM

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Dave Scott wrote:
Looks like the weather is picking up nicely.

Great timing!

If I wore a skirt, I'd be looking forward to the warmer weather as well. biggrin smile biggrin smile biggrin smile

johnod · SOUTHERN ONTARIO

Looks like I'm going to have to back out, I'm sick as a dog.

Thought I'd let you know, maybe someone else can get in now.

Maybe next year...

Have a great time

John

mask · GEORGETOWN, ONT

looking forward to this! is there an address posted somewhere in this thread that i missed?
what are the hours and what not this is all going on?

im bringing a cpl things (projects), hopefully someone can help me out...seems simple enough in my head...

i picked up some trailer fenders from princess auto when they were on sale for $17...i need to remove a few inches, smooth em out, maybe contour the edges...i dont really care if i ruin them...there more in case i get sent to the mto for no fenders...id rather have them handy to bolt on...

regardless, im hoping to learn from a few of you guys as my metal fab skills are pretty slim to none.

Lightspeed Mike · BELLEVILLE, ONT

Hi Pugsy, I have a friend who is willing to fill Johnods' spot. He has some Model A doors that need a little repair.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

johnod wrote:

Looks like I'm going to have to back out, I'm sick as a dog.
Thought I'd let you know, maybe someone else can get in now.
Maybe next year...
Have a great time

John

Sorry to hear it.

Hopefully see you next year.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

mask wrote:
looking forward to this! is there an address posted somewhere in this thread that i missed?
what are the hours and what not this is all going on?

im bringing a cpl things (projects), hopefully someone can help me out...seems simple enough in my head...

i picked up some trailer fenders from princess auto when they were on sale for $17...i need to remove a few inches, smooth em out, maybe contour the edges...i dont really care if i ruin them...there more in case i get sent to the mto for no fenders...id rather have them handy to bolt on...

regardless, im hoping to learn from a few of you guys as my metal fab skills are pretty slim to none.

Go back a page or two for a link to the thread on allmetalshaping.

http://allmetalshaping.com/showthread.php?t=7949 (cut and paste this link)

I can't seem to post a link any more. Don't know what's going on with that.

Binder Guy · New Member

Hi i just stumbled across this site a souple of days ago and saw this so had to join. Was wondering if there would be room for me and my brother?

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

At this point, you may have to pound on steel in the back alley the way its going, but I'm sure you won't mind. Or maybe we can squeeze you under the big top somewhere.

Reply back with a couple first names for me and I'll get you down.

Binder Guy · New Member

OK my name is Harrison and my brother is Cole

DaveM · ONTARIO

I'm out.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Binder Guy wrote:
OK my name is Harrison and my brother is Cole

Right on Harrison.

Got you guys down.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

DaveM wrote:
I'm out.

Sorry you won't make it.

Thanks for the heads up.

hemi43 · ONTARIO

DaveM wrote:
I'm out.

Hey !! You were my ride !!

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

hemi43 wrote:
DaveM wrote:
I'm out.
Hey !! You were my ride !!

Hey, somebody pick up Hemi for the meet!

Gazoo · BADEN, ONT

123pugsy wrote:
hemi43 wrote:
DaveM wrote:
I'm out.
Hey !! You were my ride !!

Hey, somebody pick up Hemi for the meet!

I'd do it, but I'm coming from the west, it's just a touch out of the way for me.

fatstax · COBOURG, ONT

im assuming you will be pming or posting the address and time of day it starts? just wondering

Beachcat · WASAGA BEACH, ONT

2721 MARKHAM RD. #25
SCARBOROUGH, ON
M1X 1L5
416-321-8876

Looks like last year it started at 9:00 both days

fatstax · COBOURG, ONT

Beachcat wrote:
2721 MARKHAM RD. #25
SCARBOROUGH, ON
M1X 1L5
416-321-8876

Looks like last year it started at 9:00 both days

open bar and catered i would expect? plus valet parking?

Beachcat · WASAGA BEACH, ONT

fatstax wrote:
nearby bar and strip joint i would expect? plus free drugs?

This is my first time going but I doubt there will be free drugs doh

raff · NEWCASTLE, ONT

Unfortunately I have to back out. I was really looking forward to learning something new and meeting some of the guys from here. Got last minute word that I'll be working both Saturday and Sunday!! I'm pissed but numerous bill collectors are thrilled....

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

raff wrote:
Unfortunately I have to back out. I was really looking forward to learning something new and meeting some of the guys from here. Got last minute word that I'll be working both Saturday and Sunday!! I'm pissed but numerous bill collectors are thrilled....

Bummer.

Hopefully you can make it next year.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

fatstax wrote:
Beachcat wrote:
2721 MARKHAM RD. #25
SCARBOROUGH, ON
M1X 1L5
416-321-8876

Looks like last year it started at 9:00 both days
open bar and catered i would expect? plus valet parking?

Alright! Looks like the beer's are on Stax.

Catering wil by Chef Pierre. Well not really, my buddy Mark will be heading up the grill.

I'll be at the shop by 8:00 AM so feel free to drop by any time after 8.

mask · GEORGETOWN, ONT

Anything you want us to bring? beer/water/food/money?
im really looking forward to this, thanks again for putting this all togeather.

I'll be there Saturday, the wife would kill me if i was away for both days, but im sure i can learn lots in a day!

John

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

mask wrote:

Anything you want us to bring? beer/water/food/money?
im really looking forward to this, thanks again for putting this all togeather.

I'll be there Saturday, the wife would kill me if i was away for both days, but im sure i can learn lots in a day!

John

Sorry, but it's a booze free meet.

We're good for lunch and drinks I believe. Snacks are always welcome and if you wanted to drop something in the hat, it won't be refused.

But, we do need to have a serious talk. You'll have to drop off your Man Card at the door if your wife is gonna kill you for going to a 2 day meet that only comes once a year. GET THE PANTS BACK ON, MAN! Ha....hhaaaaa......

Cat in the Hat · BRANTFORD, ONT

Pugsy.....Kevin and I will be there on Sat.....I hope you don't mind.....but a buddie of mine,

Paul Denison from Heavy Metal Studios in Hamilton, said he'd like to come out also.....

Paul has been pounding metal for over 30 years and has lots to offer

Great guy, with ton's of experience to pass on....if you want.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Grumpsbodyworks wrote:
Pugsy.....Kevin and I will be there on Sat.....I hope you don't mind.....but a buddie of mine,

Paul Denison from Heavy Metal Studios in Hamilton, said he'd like to come out also.....

Paul has been pounding metal for over 30 years and has lots to offer

Great guy, with ton's of experience to pass on....if you want.

That's great.

Alot of questions come up that I'm not sure of the answers.

I hope I'll be able to pick his brain.

Cat in the Hat · BRANTFORD, ONT

slim pickins.....lol

Gazoo · BADEN, ONT

I almost backed out, I tweaked my lower back yesterday, I'm a little stiff and sore, it'll limit what I can do, but I sure can drive there for Saturday. I'm looking at 1 1/2hr drive there, under good 401 conditions. It'll be a one day only for me also.

And let us know if we can contribute something, water, pop, hot dog buns, wieners, condiments etc...

flatblack55delivery · PORT HOPE, ONT

Looks like it will be Sunday for Fatstax and I ,looking forward to learning something and putting some faces to names.Thanks for the oppertunity Pugsy. Ed

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Gazoo wrote:
I almost backed out, I tweaked my lower back yesterday, I'm a little stiff and sore, it'll limit what I can do, but I sure can drive there for Saturday. I'm looking at 1 1/2hr drive there, under good 401 conditions. It'll be a one day only for me also.

And let us know if we can contribute something, water, pop, hot dog buns, wieners, condiments etc...

Glad to hear you can join us.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

flatblack55delivery wrote:
Looks like it will be Sunday for Fatstax and I ,looking forward to learning something and putting some faces to names.Thanks for the oppertunity Pugsy. Ed

That's great. Sunday is usually a bit slower but the crowd should still be pretty good.

chevyboy · TORONTO, ONTARIO

I unfortunately have plans for the Saturday, however Im still good for sunday if that works

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

chevyboy wrote:
I unfortunately have plans for the Saturday, however Im still good for sunday if that works

Works for me Talon.

Keeper · OSHAWA, ONT

I really hate to do this, but I am going to have to wait until next year for this.

Thanks for putting this together, and again hopefully I will be able to make the next one.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Keeper wrote:
I really hate to do this, but I am going to have to wait until next year for this.

Thanks for putting this together, and again hopefully I will be able to make the next one.

Sorry you can't make it. Hopefully see you next year.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Everybody ready for the meet?

If anyone has an ewheel they can bring, please do so. Doesn't matter how big or what brand we could use a couple more for sure.

Fordy Acres Car Farm · DORCHESTER, ONT

I'll be loading my wheel into the van within the hour.

123pugsy · MARKHAM, ONT

Excellent.

For all you early birds out there.

I'm at the shop now. Come on in any time.