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gmcjr
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That's what I'm talking about!
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Gary
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RICKG
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Windshield rope channel panel done and mocked up with the top canopy. Am using small spots of hot melt glue to tack the finished panels together for fitment. Fab-d up the rear panel template yesterday and will build and mock it up with the other 2. Once satisfied with fitment i'll stitch the panels together..
Edited by RICKG - 19 Feb. 2018 at 2:45pm |
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I never met a mule I didn't like!
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jpet
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gr8 job
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CJ2A #29110 "General Willys"
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RICKG
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Progress report..
Edited by RICKG - 24 Feb. 2018 at 10:59pm |
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jpet
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That looks like some fine work! Very vintage looking! That canvas looks like good stuff!
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RICKG
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Yessir it's good stuff!
NO! the doors are not my work, they're from my full top from Pizzo's, my design idea was to be sure on hand items were compatible. CLEAR VINYL.. I find 20, 30, 40 GA available online, recommendations??
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I never met a mule I didn't like!
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bretto
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Find a boatshop that makes tops. or order yourself some marine grade double polish.
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RICKG
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https://www.marinevinylfabric.com/products/clear-marine-vinyl?variant=26970937990this 40ga looks good.. wonder how flexible it is, it's gotta be able to "roll up".
I'm still in need of a common sense fastener punch. It can be done with a round hollow punch and x-acto knife but it's time consuming.. Edited by RICKG - 25 Feb. 2018 at 4:27pm |
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I never met a mule I didn't like!
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jpet
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This is the stuff I use:
https://www.sailrite.com/Plastipane-20-Gauge-Vinyl-Window-Material-54 I don't like using thick vinyl because it gets hard, turns yellow and cracks. The thinner stuff can be folded without fatiguing it. I'm on the back side of my fifth winter with BAM BAM's top. I've never treated the windows with anything and they are still as soft as they were when I installed them. I wouldn't get vinyl from Joaann Fabrics or Hobby Hobby. |
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bretto
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Watch the needle when sewing that thick vinyl, it gets hot!
I found out by burning myself when I made my doors. Your top is looking great by the way. |
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RICKG
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Thx for the input fellows.. 'preciate it..
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I never met a mule I didn't like!
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tumbleweed
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Rick,
I sent you a PM on the 3A page - I have the common sense punch you are looking for. |
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RICKG
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Tumbleweed to the rescue.. Thx pal!! Muley..
Edited by RICKG - 26 Feb. 2018 at 6:33pm |
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I never met a mule I didn't like!
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tumbleweed
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Hey there my Idaho amigo!
I don't know if you have purchased the vinyl yet but hold on! I purchased a large roll from Sailrite this year. The thickness is .039"so it is a 40 gage as I recall. I don't fold it as it does leave a slight crease for a day or two. I used it to make my curtains. I normally roll up my curtains and doors. If you want to use this thickness let me know how big of a piece do you need? I can also send you a sample in the mail if you would like. Just let me know Tumbleweed.......... Edited by tumbleweed - 27 Feb. 2018 at 2:05am |
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RICKG
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Wont be folded but rolled instead. I'm thinkin 24x24.. Muley..
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I never met a mule I didn't like!
MC51986 "OD MULE" DOD 01-52 '50 CJ3A "Bucksnort". Keep 'em Rollin' |
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RICKG
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Snow, mud and wind again today .. good day to play with canvas. got the int "clams" for fixing the canopy to bows done. Tumbleweed's CS fastener punch is the Cat's Daddy..
Edited by RICKG - 04 Mar. 2018 at 2:58am |
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I never met a mule I didn't like!
MC51986 "OD MULE" DOD 01-52 '50 CJ3A "Bucksnort". Keep 'em Rollin' |
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Flatfender Ben
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Great work.
Glad to see your making use of this crappy weather!
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Nice work Muley!
Looking forward to the final fit. |
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