Miatav8,MstrASE,A&P,F wrote:
I follow your thought process. Might be easier if you put everything in place to know your available clearance with standard mandrel bends and desired exhaust.
It would definitely be easier. I need to order some exhaust pieces.
Miatav8,MstrASE,A&P,F wrote:
Did the expected strut upper location help determine the upper rail location for minimal offset?
I don't understand the question with regards to the "minimal offset".
Miatav8,MstrASE,A&P,F wrote:
Why did you step the tubing size down?
To save weight.
Miatav8,MstrASE,A&P,F wrote:
The narrower-than-the-drivetrain chassis is interesting; kind of like a motorcycle with the engine sticking out.
Hopefully it is strong and aesthetically pleasing when done.
Miatav8,MstrASE,A&P,F wrote:
Nice welding!
Thank you!
Miatav8,MstrASE,A&P,F wrote:
I made a similar tool using welding rods through corrugated cardboard wrapped around the tube, with a little overhanging tape to keep the rods from falling out but wasn't all that useful since the tube has to be too long to line up. Hard to cut it longer!
I know what you mean. I had to use two scrap pieces tacked in place to get the contour, then transfer that to the real part. It's a good tool but it takes some getting used to.
Thanks for the interest. I appreciate it.
Jonathon