Rookie wanna-be weldor starting to make some cool things! - Page 101

100mpg · 01-29-2013, 09:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boardrider247

At work we always say

"A grinder and a can of paint, will make a welder out of one that ain't"

that should be a sig line for me or it would be the company T-Shirt for my welding company.

100mpg · 01-29-2013, 09:20 AM

That looks great!

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimVonBaden

Topped it with plywood and VCT to match my workbench.

Jim

kirkster70 · 01-29-2013, 04:20 PM

Thanks for the kind words, everyone!

Nah, I'll probably stick with the Rookie title for now. I've been welding less than 3 years. I really consider myself to be at an apprentice level. Definately not pro or anywhere near. I've come a long way, but still have a lot to learn.

If anything, maybe I'll start another thread with welding projects or something like that in the title, and let others continue with the rookie thread.

Jim, the shelf/rack looks awesome! Let me know if you need more scrap.

And, yes - I am setting up to make panniers. This first set for Jim was more of a learning experience for me to tell me how much I need to charge. I still don't know because they are still at the powder coater, and I don't have a final price just yet.

I plan on making a basic set, and a GS styled set with exhaust cut-out. I do not plan on producing racks at this time. I will, however, make one-off racks for those willing to drop off their bike for a couple days. I will also make custom sizes to customer specs.

Also, I'm not going to sell my wares on this thread. I will start a thread in Vendors when I have my price point set, or I will simply sell bags on ebay as they are produced. My username is the same on ebay as it is here. I plan on offering good quality at good prices, and will only sell a set at a time so I don't get in over my head. Not to mention that I do enjoy my free time and don't plan on spending every second of it cranking out panniers.

If anyone is interested, please pm and I can get a little more specific. I just don't want to break any rules on this forum.

I will post up piccys of Jims racks/bags as soon as I can. I'm as anxious to see them as Jim is!

JimVonBaden · 01-29-2013, 06:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kirkster70

Thanks for the kind words, everyone!

...

I will post up piccys of Jims racks/bags as soon as I can. I'm as anxious to see them as Jim is!

Jim

C-Stain · 01-29-2013, 06:38 PM

I know we all want to see Jim's pannier frames and panniers.

Jim's rack and bags.... I'm not so sure.

DirtyDog · 01-29-2013, 07:07 PM

Kirk- so I was thinking maybe you might be able to make skidplates pretty easy with that new brake. Do you have a KLR to measure? You'd be horrified if you saw how much my skidplate resembles hammered shit (when it isn't covered in mud).

My problem with the current shape is that the front side seems to be shovel for mud and it just piles up in there. I figured a proper skidplate/engine guard would extend upward in the front to protect the motor from all the crap flinging off my front tire.

Any thoughts?

JimVonBaden · 01-29-2013, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C-Stain

I know we all want to see Jim's pannier frames and panniers.

Jim's rack and bags.... I'm not so sure.

Jim

kirkster70 · 01-30-2013, 03:11 AM

I have an '08 to measure to, so I'm not sure if the bolt pattern will be the same as yours.

My brake can only handle 12ga, and a proper skidplate should be 3/16" aluminum to provide any kind of protection.

One project I want to build this year will be a heavy-duty hydraulic press brake capable of bending 1/4" mild steel plate. If and when the time and money allows, of course. 3/16" aluminum is harder to bend than you would ever think.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DirtyDog

Kirk- so I was thinking maybe you might be able to make skidplates pretty easy with that new brake. Do you have a KLR to measure? You'd be horrified if you saw how much my skidplate resembles hammered shit (when it isn't covered in mud).

My problem with the current shape is that the front side seems to be shovel for mud and it just piles up in there. I figured a proper skidplate/engine guard would extend upward in the front to protect the motor from all the crap flinging off my front tire.

Any thoughts?

kirkster70 · 01-30-2013, 09:50 AM

I think it's time for yet another project, so I buy this instructional DVD/CD.

hilld · 01-30-2013, 01:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kirkster70

I have an '08 to measure to, so I'm not sure if the bolt pattern will be the same as yours.

My brake can only handle 12ga, and a proper skidplate should be 3/16" aluminum to provide any kind of protection.

One project I want to build this year will be a heavy-duty hydraulic press brake capable of bending 1/4" mild steel plate. If and when the time and money allows, of course. 3/16" aluminum is harder to bend than you would ever think.

I think that sort of skid plate should be a 2 piece, with the thick 3/16" only at the bottom and possibly 12ga up higher as is more of a mud protection, doubt you would be putting the weight of that bike anyplace other than the bottom when hitting a rock, log, animal or fellow rider.

kirkster70 · 01-30-2013, 03:33 PM

While I'm waiting on Jim's goodies to come back from powder, I decide to whip up a basic set of panniers.

If I have them completed before Jim's batch is coated, I may be able to slip these in with his order.

Dimensions: 18" L, 9"W, 16" H.
Outer beveled edge
Lift-off lids
Exposed TIG welds
Adjustable draw latch with padlock ear
Satin black, textured finish powdercoat inside and out (or natural)

These will be a nice upgrade from what's currently on my KLR, unless someone wants to claim them in the next day or two...

I will miter the corners after dinner and start TIGging the seams. I plan on having them and the lids to the powdercoater first thing in the morning. If I can slip them in Jim's batch, great! If not, it's not a biggie, and will give me an excuse to check Jim's status. Win-win!

JimVonBaden · 01-30-2013, 04:30 PM

Good thing the weather sucks! I am getting anxious!

Those look pretty good for "basic" panniers!

Jim

kirkster70 · 01-30-2013, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimVonBaden

Good thing the weather sucks! I am getting anxious!

Those look pretty good for "basic" panniers!

Jim

Thanks, Jim!

The weather started out pretty nice this morning. The rain pushed me into the garage to do some work!

kirkster70 · 01-30-2013, 07:04 PM

One bag ready to rip!

Another milestone for rookie weldor land - a bead that doesn't need the "sick bro weave" beautification process.

I have almost arrived.

"Almost" because there is always room for improvement.

I'll stomp out the lids in the morning. They should be ready to take to the powder coater (or to ship raw

) in the morning.

Can I buy a Gold Wing yet?

2 SPOT · 01-30-2013, 07:39 PM

absolutely incredible, watching your improvement and shop grow in this thread is nothing short of inspiring for others out there who want to build stuff.

the panniers really have my attn as i am getting into the type riding, and bike, that i want a pair.

01-29-2013, 06:38 PM	#1505
C-Stain Unreasonable Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Middleton, NS CANADA Oddometer: 2,224	I know we all want to see Jim's pannier frames and panniers. Jim's rack and bags.... I'm not so sure. __________________ TransLab a Go Go 2011 Nova Scotia Fresh Air Inspectors Investigate the Cabot Trail "Second star to the left and straight on till morning” ― James T. Kirk

01-29-2013, 07:07 PM	#1506
DirtyDog Lust for dust... Joined: Apr 2007 Location: Tulsa... it's OK Oddometer: 6,037	Kirk- so I was thinking maybe you might be able to make skidplates pretty easy with that new brake. Do you have a KLR to measure? You'd be horrified if you saw how much my skidplate resembles hammered shit (when it isn't covered in mud). My problem with the current shape is that the front side seems to be shovel for mud and it just piles up in there. I figured a proper skidplate/engine guard would extend upward in the front to protect the motor from all the crap flinging off my front tire. Any thoughts? __________________ ... grease, grit, and mud are runnin' in my blood.

01-30-2013, 04:30 PM	#1512
JimVonBaden "Cool" Aid! Joined: Feb 2005 Location: Alexandria, VA Oddometer: 41,497	Good thing the weather sucks! I am getting anxious! Those look pretty good for "basic" panniers! Jim __________________ Click here for BMW Maintenance and Repair DVDs and Corrections. "Combo-Order Discounts!" JimVonBaden screwed with this post 01-30-2013 at 04:39 PM Reason: Spelling

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01-29-2013, 04:20 PM	#1503
kirkster70 ^OP moto junkie Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Virginia Oddometer: 1,637	Thanks for the kind words, everyone! Nah, I'll probably stick with the Rookie title for now. I've been welding less than 3 years. I really consider myself to be at an apprentice level. Definately not pro or anywhere near. I've come a long way, but still have a lot to learn. If anything, maybe I'll start another thread with welding projects or something like that in the title, and let others continue with the rookie thread. Jim, the shelf/rack looks awesome! Let me know if you need more scrap. And, yes - I am setting up to make panniers. This first set for Jim was more of a learning experience for me to tell me how much I need to charge. I still don't know because they are still at the powder coater, and I don't have a final price just yet. I plan on making a basic set, and a GS styled set with exhaust cut-out. I do not plan on producing racks at this time. I will, however, make one-off racks for those willing to drop off their bike for a couple days. I will also make custom sizes to customer specs. Also, I'm not going to sell my wares on this thread. I will start a thread in Vendors when I have my price point set, or I will simply sell bags on ebay as they are produced. My username is the same on ebay as it is here. I plan on offering good quality at good prices, and will only sell a set at a time so I don't get in over my head. Not to mention that I do enjoy my free time and don't plan on spending every second of it cranking out panniers. If anyone is interested, please pm and I can get a little more specific. I just don't want to break any rules on this forum. I will post up piccys of Jims racks/bags as soon as I can. I'm as anxious to see them as Jim is!

01-30-2013, 09:50 AM	#1509
kirkster70 ^OP moto junkie Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Virginia Oddometer: 1,637	I think it's time for yet another project, so I buy this instructional DVD/CD.

01-30-2013, 03:33 PM	#1511
kirkster70 ^OP moto junkie Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Virginia Oddometer: 1,637	While I'm waiting on Jim's goodies to come back from powder, I decide to whip up a basic set of panniers. If I have them completed before Jim's batch is coated, I may be able to slip these in with his order. Dimensions: 18" L, 9"W, 16" H. Outer beveled edge Lift-off lids Exposed TIG welds Adjustable draw latch with padlock ear Satin black, textured finish powdercoat inside and out (or natural) These will be a nice upgrade from what's currently on my KLR, unless someone wants to claim them in the next day or two... I will miter the corners after dinner and start TIGging the seams. I plan on having them and the lids to the powdercoater first thing in the morning. If I can slip them in Jim's batch, great! If not, it's not a biggie, and will give me an excuse to check Jim's status. Win-win!

01-30-2013, 07:04 PM	#1514
kirkster70 ^OP moto junkie Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Virginia Oddometer: 1,637	One bag ready to rip! Another milestone for rookie weldor land - a bead that doesn't need the "sick bro weave" beautification process. I have almost arrived. "Almost" because there is always room for improvement. I'll stomp out the lids in the morning. They should be ready to take to the powder coater (or to ship raw ) in the morning. Can I buy a Gold Wing yet?

01-30-2013, 07:39 PM	#1515
2 SPOT wannabe Joined: Dec 2005 Location: valley of the sunstroke, AZ Oddometer: 1,451	absolutely incredible, watching your improvement and shop grow in this thread is nothing short of inspiring for others out there who want to build stuff. the panniers really have my attn as i am getting into the type riding, and bike, that i want a pair.