The Tin Man’s Garage, Inc. would like to thank everyone for showing their support by coming to our open house in September. We had an excellent turn out. It was nice meeting new people and seeing old friends who did not have a chance to stop by and check out our shop. We also greatly appreciate those who brought their cars despite the overcast in the morning. After lunch, the sun was shining and everyone had a great time.
A Long Waited Encounter
My Dad finished his ‘27 T Roadster Pick Up and brought it from Nebraska a couple of times this past summer (2009). We went to a great local car show and had a great time cruising. He scratch built the entire car including a wild chassis with custom front control arms and a rocker arm style sprung suspension out back. It is powered by a 400 small block and a five speed. If you were wondering, it is faster than my car! Some people ask how I got into this industry and how I have accomplished so much at a young age… I think these pictures answer both of those questions. Thanks DAD!
The Tin Man’s First Piece To His New Puzzle.
We picked up my 1966 GT40 MKI body from Ohio. The fiberglass body will only be used as a pattern. I am going to make the entire car from aluminum. I have been engineering an aluminum Monocoque from photos of the originals for the last couple of years. I plan on using a Ford Mod motor with a Quaife Transaxle. I do not have much time to work on my own car, owning your own shop is like being a plumber with leaky pipes!
Visit From Metal Shaping Craftsmen- Fay Butler
After taking Fay’s Metal Shaping Seminar in December of 2008, we have stayed in touch. To my surprise, he was coming through Chicago on his way home. He stopped by my shop and I had a chance to show him around. I am so grateful to know Fay, he not only teaches the science of Metal Shaping he helps Craftsmen find there true souls and reminds you of what is really important. Make sure you check his website out at www.faybutler.com.
Tin Man Roadster Featured in Kustom Garage
Kustom Garage issue five just hit the news stands in France. The Tin Man’s roadster made the cover with a great feature and beautiful photos taken by Josh Kurpius. It also came with a eight page pull-out poster. Make sure you check it out… even if you can’t read French!
Car Crazy Video Interview
Car Crazy Video Interview with Ken Gross from the Good Guys Indianapolis Hot Rod Nationals asked the Tin Man to describe some of the features of his Scratch Built A Roadster in front of the camera, the Tin Man was honored (even with his sweaty palms),
check out the clip!
Gearhead Photo Shoot
We recently got copies of some of the photographs Doug Mitchel took at Kevin May’s studio in Peoria. This was our first photo shoot at a studio and it was a great experience. The Tin Man’s roadster was featured with Sadie the model. The Tin Man also made a cameo appearance in a few pictures. He should probably stick to metal fabricating and shaping and forget about modeling, don’t you think!
