A couple of years ago, I posted some pictures describing my friend Dan building a Model T Ford speedster with his grandson Daniel. At that time, I showed a couple progress pictures with the promise of more to come. At that time, in 2012, the "buck" was still under construction.
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Grandpa |
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Grandson |
Much has transpired since then. The buck got finished, but the wheel placement didn't look quite right. Dan moved the rear axle a few inches. Then the cockpit seemed a little small so the firewall was slightly relocated. It took a while for the overall design to settle down. Now that the design has stabilized, we;re into the metal forming phase. And Dan is a master metal former. Here's what the car looks like today:
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