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Old 06-02-2008, 01:09 AM
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It just feels better with ribs


I dug the rib out of randys trash can and welded it to the top of the cab
just kidding randy. The center rib is off of an old hood I made the others.




 
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Old 06-02-2008, 01:22 AM
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Very Interesting!

Reminds me of Mickeys Toon Town Cars at Disneyland!
 
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Kieth, your metal sculpting (it is not just metal work) is nothing short of amazing!
 
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Old 06-02-2008, 06:45 AM
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Very Stylish!, Did it need something additional with the longer roof?
 
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OMG that is awseome! love the running boards/everything.
I think your right, the ribs do make it look right, probably helps stiffen out the roof section as well.

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I am so glad I get to watch this.

It's not often one gets to observe a mind exploding in slow motion.
 
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Keith,
That looks great, I was wondering how you'd make a roof that big rigid. That should do it. nice work
 
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Kieth, love it or hate it, that is great metal work and design. Unfortunately my brain just doesn't work in the design area. I guess we all have our strong points, I just haven't figured out what mine is. Very interesting. can't wait to see in in paint. Keep us posted.

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Old 06-02-2008, 07:59 AM
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Originally Posted by 49willard
Kieth, your metal sculpting (it is not just metal work) is nothing short of amazing!
Yep, I'd have to agree with that!! Keith you are AMAZING!!!! I LOVE your work!!! That thing is just awesome!!! PLEASE keep us posted. Of course I'll have to get a new keyboard, cause of the slober on this one.
 
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Old 06-02-2008, 08:59 AM
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Way cool, Dude! Very slick idea. Functional and neat! The bottom picture shows how well the new roof treatment goes with the tailgate.

I like it!
 
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Your vision and metal crafting skills are amazing. What goes in the hole at the "Y"?
 
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what a great view of your truck Keith! It just blows my mind everytime I see something else you have dreamed up. You are going to be a celebrity when it is done.
 
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WOW! Are you kidding me?! I looked at those pics 4 times and noticed something cool every time I looked! I love how you dropped the rear fenders down! That's just incredible! You do metal work in Area 51 don't you? What are your plans for paint?
 
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6ooh

Go look at his gallery, leave a trail of crumbs to help you get back to the regular world.
 
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Go look at his gallery, leave a trail of crumbs to help you get back to the regular world.
Holy crap! Now there's something you don't see every day...talent beyond belief. It's so cool it's wierd! Thanks for sharing!
 


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