Your videos have been hugely helpful Karl! I started watching quite awhile ago just to help me work through some rough rust repair. I didn't have big expectations, I figured I could get things close, fiberglass and bondo could do the rest. I'm a decent mechanic - not a bodyman. But I kept watching and learning new things and techniques. The other day I was thinking about how to create the missing corner on the lower valance for my truck (1976 Ford Courier). I made a tape template of the opposite side then traced it onto some sheet metal. Then I studied it to see what I would need to shrink, stretch or form. Made some notes. It was a complex shape with lots of stretch in the middle. All things I learned from the channel. Ended up pre-stretching it with a hammer on some dirt and grass and outside my garage - couldn't be more barbaric (but I don't have a shrinking stump or even a panel beater bag). Yet my very first attempt got it close to the rough shape. After a little tuning - still just hammering against dirt - it just looked like a slightly bubbly/dimply mirrored version of the opposite side. I planished it by hand and once I was done and the whole thing painted - there's no bondo and yet you can't tell which side I made and which one came that way from factory. That's just one example. I'm way better at this than I ever expected to be. You're an excellent teacher!
Great comparison between using a tucking hammer and stump verse a power hammer! I didn't realize you were working on this video when I asked you this question on Saturday. And, I've never used a tool that worked as well as your planishing hammer. That thing is awesome!
You are more than entitled to make a make. For us to continue to share your talents there is a cost envelope. Never feel guilty for wanting success. It helps the whole world
From the start of watching you Karl, I immediately went and subbed Wray Schelin. I loved that he says, "Metal is clay"! It's simple and really does help one to understand the material. Thinking like a kid, I imagine if our hands were hot enough we wouldn't need hammers. I was glad to see your post this morning, so I'm enjoying another superb Japhands video!!!!
Thanks Karl, good instructions and explanations I just acquired a Mittler hammer kit, and I’m looking forward to getting that going so I can continue learning metal shaping skills
Carl, for those in the home garage you can cut the buck pieces using a small router and straight cutter and apiece of flat steel connected to the router for the radius of the buck parts use say 1/4” mdf
If I ever get into sheet metal forming full time [I have done a small amount over the years, but never enough to justify tooling], I will be going with hydroforming with molds.
Great video! I very much appreciate your explanation of the processes both demonstrating and explaining what you just did. Those minute steps are really key to getting past a trouble spot. Must get/make a stump! Also intrigued by the thumb nail dies, would like to see the contours in more detail. Finally is there a link to the trans tunnel / welding wire buck? (And one for the stump too).
I watched her videos while doing the cab on her toyota stout. Very little that she hasn't left untouched, very talented metal shaper. Right up their with Karl, Wray Shelin, Ron Covell, and several others that I watch. I did some autobody repair, and made some custom repair panels years ago. Just need a place now, to get back into it, too get my own projects done.
Incredible explanation of both processes and the science behind the techniques! Great seeing the power hammer in action (saw her hiding in the background)! Question...are you lubing (WD40) before running it thru the power hammer and the planisher? Fantastic execution and a joy to watch! Go Japhands, keep moving forward!
If you think about a shrink as a triangle, then you are pulling the short side together, thus the apex of the long side acts like a hinge, and pulls in the ends. Of course having extra material means you can even out the discrepancies
After beating the crap out of that panel and work hardening the metal have you considered annealing it to take out some of the britlness ?Alot less stress in the part.
Ah, so, yeah. Like i mentioned in the comments I made on the last video, the tool I made that's like the tool you made there, is designed to do what your mother-tucker hammer is doing here. Accept different radii of inserts, and then go into an air gun. I'm hoping for better control than I feel like I'm likely to get just swinging a hammer. ;)
Your videos have been hugely helpful Karl!
I started watching quite awhile ago just to help me work through some rough rust repair. I didn't have big expectations, I figured I could get things close, fiberglass and bondo could do the rest.
I'm a decent mechanic - not a bodyman.
But I kept watching and learning new things and techniques. The other day I was thinking about how to create the missing corner on the lower valance for my truck (1976 Ford Courier). I made a tape template of the opposite side then traced it onto some sheet metal. Then I studied it to see what I would need to shrink, stretch or form. Made some notes. It was a complex shape with lots of stretch in the middle. All things I learned from the channel.
Ended up pre-stretching it with a hammer on some dirt and grass and outside my garage - couldn't be more barbaric (but I don't have a shrinking stump or even a panel beater bag). Yet my very first attempt got it close to the rough shape. After a little tuning - still just hammering against dirt - it just looked like a slightly bubbly/dimply mirrored version of the opposite side.
I planished it by hand and once I was done and the whole thing painted - there's no bondo and yet you can't tell which side I made and which one came that way from factory.
That's just one example. I'm way better at this than I ever expected to be. You're an excellent teacher!
Good work, use what you have!
Shrinking that middle band to push the lifted end down was a great take away here. Thanks Karl.
Great comparison between using a tucking hammer and stump verse a power hammer! I didn't realize you were working on this video when I asked you this question on Saturday. And, I've never used a tool that worked as well as your planishing hammer. That thing is awesome!
Having the right tool for the job makes huge difference! You make it look so easy!
Lots of info. Thanks for sharing. Be safe and stay well.
You are more than entitled to make a make. For us to continue to share your talents there is a cost envelope. Never feel guilty for wanting success. It helps the whole world
Between technology and your ability. There’s nothing you can’t do. Thank you Karl for sharing! 💯👊👍
Good tip on stack shrinking being the same "size" throughout the shrink vs a stump tuck shrinking more at the panel's edge 🏆
Thank you for letting us hang out in the shop. I always look forward to your videos.
From the start of watching you Karl, I immediately went and subbed Wray Schelin. I loved that he says, "Metal is clay"! It's simple and really does help one to understand the material. Thinking like a kid, I imagine if our hands were hot enough we wouldn't need hammers. I was glad to see your post this morning, so I'm enjoying another superb Japhands video!!!!
And now I have a mental picture of Mr. Miyagi clapping his hands together and rubbing them briskly to fiery heat! ...If only right?
You latest videos showing skills and techniques are great. Inspirational. The ramp truck build killed me.
You reminded me I've had your radius gauge in a cart for like a week. I'm excited to have a proper one for a change.
I enjoy your videos, For the shade tree machinic the hand tool method seems the way to go. Very educational videos
Thanks Karl, good instructions and explanations
I just acquired a Mittler hammer kit, and I’m looking forward to getting that going so I can continue learning metal shaping skills
Nice video! I love my Mother Tucker but it is a workout! Now I need to save my dollars and try to justify the mittler kit!
Another great teaching video Karl. Thanks again for sharing your skills with us.👍👍❤
Nice job.
Good comparison, hand shape vs power hammer.
You can shrink with planishing hammer too, you should try.
Carl, for those in the home garage you can cut the buck pieces using a small router and straight cutter and apiece of flat steel connected to the router for the radius of the buck parts use say 1/4” mdf
Great video and very instructional. It’s cool that the original buck and tunnel are featured in the opening titles
Haha ya Tom good point lol I didn't actually see that like that.
If I ever get into sheet metal forming full time [I have done a small amount over the years, but never enough to justify tooling], I will be going with hydroforming with molds.
Great video! I very much appreciate your explanation of the processes both demonstrating and explaining what you just did. Those minute steps are really key to getting past a trouble spot.
Must get/make a stump! Also intrigued by the thumb nail dies, would like to see the contours in more detail.
Finally is there a link to the trans tunnel / welding wire buck? (And one for the stump too).
Great Stuff! It would be great to get in one of your classes. 👍🏻
Nice, i love it already cant wait for the next video. Can you also explain the other power hammer behind you please.
Great instruction ,thank you Karl !
I think (correct me if I am wrong) that a shrinker / stretcher with a long throat would work really well here.
Correct.
Great work Karl , I always learn something every video
Thankyou very informative
Karl you are a great inspiration to many! Thank you!
Always good stuff! Thanks for sharing!
Since you like visiting Australia you'd appreciate a young lady calling herself 'Stout Metalcraft' .
. . she makes a nice firewall
Yes! I just found her channel last week and she does really nice work. I’ve always been into mini trucks so I really enjoy seeing what she’s doing
I met her on my last visit. She is awesome and very talented
She was a Motor Trimmer before she got into Coach Building, i can just imagine the interiors she done.
Agree her series molding that pickup is incredible.
I watched her videos while doing the cab on her toyota stout. Very little that she hasn't left untouched, very talented metal shaper. Right up their with Karl, Wray Shelin, Ron Covell, and several others that I watch. I did some autobody repair, and made some custom repair panels years ago. Just need a place now, to get back into it, too get my own projects done.
Thank you Karl!!
Thanks for a great video Karl.
Incredible explanation of both processes and the science behind the techniques! Great seeing the power hammer in action (saw her hiding in the background)! Question...are you lubing (WD40) before running it thru the power hammer and the planisher? Fantastic execution and a joy to watch! Go Japhands, keep moving forward!
Looks Very Nice work Karl Happy Halloween 👻
If you think about a shrink as a triangle, then you are pulling the short side together, thus the apex of the long side acts like a hinge, and pulls in the ends. Of course having extra material means you can even out the discrepancies
Metal shaping … the second best way to wear out your arm while having fun.
After beating the crap out of that panel and work hardening the metal have you considered annealing it to take out some of the britlness ?Alot less stress in the part.
Ah, so, yeah. Like i mentioned in the comments I made on the last video, the tool I made that's like the tool you made there, is designed to do what your mother-tucker hammer is doing here. Accept different radii of inserts, and then go into an air gun. I'm hoping for better control than I feel like I'm likely to get just swinging a hammer. ;)
The metal will speak to you, and let you know what it needs.
How about a shop truck full build
What power hammer is this that you’re using?
How to cad are you still going to show us, or has it already been put up😮
Do you ever consider annealing the metal first?
No it's soft enough for the shapes we are making
There is no link in the description
The English wheel isn't exactly a hand tool, not powered but not everybody has one & hand tools to me can be picked up with your hand💚🇬🇧🌱
Once you go to a power hammer, it is hard to go and use anything else.
I can see you profit from this. You were making a... buck, even after a few minutes! I'll just... see myself out.
Couldn't a buck be made of wood?
Or 3D printed?
Absolutely
Awesome Karl very informative keeping up with your famous name who built the Lincoln byway New York to California google it its pretty awesome