The Tinman's Garage

Booth Space At Good Guys Joliet In September 2010

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 18:38:25 +0000

We look forward to having you see some of our latest creations at our indoor booth this Summer. We plan on bringing out our latest bare metal beauties “ONE CUT ‘54” and Nutech Seed’s ‘41 Willys Pick Up to display our detailed chassis fabrication and quality metal shaping and fabrication. Here’s a sneak peak.

Link for show information:
http://www.good-guys.com/events/eventDetails.aspx?eventid=10-600

New Advertisements In Hemmings Motor News and Good Guys Gazette

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 18:20:45 +0000

We have two new ads. The Tin Man’s Coach Building is a division of The Tin Man’s Garage, Inc. We have created this new look for Hemmings to aim more toward those who are more interested in Concours restoration work.

The advertisement in Good Guys is located in the Market section in the back of the magazine, I hope you like the new logo!

Open House (September 2009)

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:54:07 +0000

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

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:35:59 +0000

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.

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:26:35 +0000

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

admin — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 16:49:06 +0000

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.

Kustom Garage (Cover of French Publication) January/ February 2008

admin — Mon, 11 May 2009 21:25:44 +0000

Good Guys Gazette (U.S. Radiator Coolest Traditional Pick) January 2008

admin — Mon, 11 May 2009 21:22:42 +0000

Rod N’ Custom (Cover of Hungarian Publication) November/ December 2007

admin — Mon, 11 May 2009 21:21:22 +0000

Gearhead News (Cover of Chicagoland Publication) June/ July 2007

admin — Mon, 11 May 2009 21:20:08 +0000