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Post by tylerbes on Jan 31, 2013 6:47:18 GMT -5
Hey folks, it has been a while since I have posted. But I thought I would share some big news with you. As most of you know the largest cost and most difficult part of making wings is the trim that wraps the wing. I have been using a double trim design that looks very good, but is also very expensive and time consuming. Well I have decided to make a very significant investment which I think will benefit the Shasta community as a whole. I have designed (I am a mechanical engineer) and purchased a custom aluminum extrusion die to make retro wing trim, which is also perfect as counter top/table trim. The 3 line design is very indicative of the era and looks amazing on all years and sizes. Have a look at the attached image. The trim is super soft, and bends with no kinking. It is brite anodized for a high finish and corrosion resistance. I am very excited about the new trim and hope to have wings using this trim available for sale in the next 6-10 weeks. visit www.nastyshasty.blogspot.com. You may also see my wings available on another major vintage supply website in the near future! I will post an image of a completed wing soon. Attachments:
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Post by kto17 on Jan 31, 2013 6:55:17 GMT -5
That looks great! When I finally get to restore our Astrodome I'll be coming to you for some big wings!
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Post by tylerbes on Jan 31, 2013 6:57:56 GMT -5
Here is another shot of the trim. The sections are 94"long. Can be shipped by UPS, and fit a 9X42" wing (which needs about 92") Attachments:
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Post by dawgpound on Jan 31, 2013 7:53:18 GMT -5
Is the aluminum that you will be using, malleable aluminum?
Just curious.
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Post by mobiltec on Jan 31, 2013 11:09:52 GMT -5
How wide is it? I might want to use it on table and counter tops.
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Post by dawgpound on Jan 31, 2013 11:36:16 GMT -5
How wide is it? I might want to use it on table and counter tops. That was my thought, too. |
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Post by cowcharge on Jan 31, 2013 15:29:58 GMT -5
Doesn't extrusion require extreme machinery (just curious)?
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Post by tylerbes on Feb 1, 2013 19:51:24 GMT -5
Ross: Very soft, I purchased the softest grade I coud get in order to make the tight bend at the nose. No annealing required. Mobiltec: The inner dimension of the "C" is 1 9/16".... thats 1 1/2" for the counters wood and 1/16 added for the formica... perfect. In my case its 1 1/2 for the core of the wing and 1/16 added for the front and back aluminum. Cowcharge: Of course it does... I tried my sons playdoe factory but no luck  . I contracted an extrusion house to make the die (which i now own) and they will make my trim on their machine. I then buy my trim from them. |
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Post by kevschofield on Feb 2, 2013 5:46:18 GMT -5
Please PM me or email me when the trim is ready..
I have a kitchen counter and table to do..
Thanks,
turbokev at comcast dot net
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Post by tylerbes on Feb 19, 2013 20:15:11 GMT -5
Here are some photos of the first set made with the new trim. I am really pleased with the final results. Attachments:
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Post by tylerbes on Feb 19, 2013 20:16:09 GMT -5
Another shot of both wings Attachments:
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Post by tylerbes on Feb 19, 2013 20:17:27 GMT -5
The tails Attachments:
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Post by Deleted on Feb 19, 2013 20:43:46 GMT -5
Dear Tyler,
DAY-YUM!!!  |
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Post by tylerbes on Feb 20, 2013 13:29:16 GMT -5
CRW2620 - Thanks, I will take that as a compliment |
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Post by oldglory on Feb 20, 2013 16:20:22 GMT -5
I had to put my glasses on! Couldn't believe what I was seeing. Absolutely marvelous!
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Post by Deleted on Feb 20, 2013 18:11:27 GMT -5
Tyler, that was meant as a definite compliment, and I fully intend to have you make mine when the Airflyte is finally ready for her coronation.
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Post by LittleVintageTrailer on Feb 20, 2013 19:37:46 GMT -5
WOW! These are stunning!
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Post by tylerbes on Feb 21, 2013 20:48:38 GMT -5
Thanks folks. Its been quite a learing process. Just when I mastered making the wings my old way, I went and redesigned them. But again its well worth it. I have 288 pcs of the new trim being delivered mid-May. THey are long enough to make 7X27, 8X36, and 9X42's.
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Post by dawgpound on Feb 22, 2013 12:57:49 GMT -5
SWEET LOOKING!!!!
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Post by murryconst on Feb 22, 2013 21:06:44 GMT -5
Ill ask how much for the new design
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Post by tylerbes on Feb 23, 2013 18:28:14 GMT -5
Murryconst: Same pricing as before. 8X36 and 9X42's will be $300+$30 shipping, 7X27 will be $250+$20 Shipping
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Post by cowcharge on Feb 24, 2013 12:01:46 GMT -5
I don't have wings on mine, but I was thinking maybe a spoiler and a ground-effects package. Maybe some neons...
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Post by tylerbes on Feb 24, 2013 19:43:40 GMT -5
Just your style Cowcharge... throw in a Dukes of Hazzard horn and you've got all of the bases covered.
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Post by tylerbes on Mar 12, 2013 19:38:26 GMT -5
Thought you guys might like to see the new trim on a set of 42X9's. This set is going up on my Astrodome. I could not ask for more from the results. Attachments:
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Post by tylerbes on Mar 12, 2013 19:38:57 GMT -5
Noses Attachments:
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Post by tylerbes on Mar 12, 2013 19:39:52 GMT -5
Backs Attachments:
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Post by Olyshasta on May 28, 2013 9:27:05 GMT -5
Tyler sent me my new wings with the new extrusion and they are awesome. Great job on the construction, service, communication, etc. They showed up in great shape after their journey across the US. Can't wait to get them on the trailer... two weeks! I am starting the painting of the trailer now...
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Post by oldcarbuff on May 28, 2013 9:33:58 GMT -5
How do you get the pictures to open? I just get a message that the site has exceeded its limit!
Mark
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Post by schweetcruisers on May 28, 2013 16:06:55 GMT -5
How do you get the pictures to open? I just get a message that the site has exceeded its limit! Mark Stupid Proboards v5, I am afraid they are lost until Tylerbes uploads them to a photohosting site. BUT you can go to his blog and see them and that's how you order them anyways! www.nastyshasty.blogspot.com/search/label/WINGS%20-%20For%20Sale |
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. I contracted an extrusion house to make the die (which i now own) and they will make my trim on their machine. I then buy my trim from them.
