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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #225 on: May 21, 2013, 10:47:23 PM »
Inspiring.  Fit and finish are wonderful  :NotWorthy:

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« Reply #226 on: May 21, 2013, 11:55:13 PM »
It can't be overstated what a privilege it's been to watch a build of this quality. I don't say I could ever achieve this level, but it helps a fellow to know how far he might reach.

I come hear to see things like this. Thanks Jason.

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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #227 on: May 22, 2013, 01:33:14 AM »
It can't be overstated what a privilege it's been to watch a build of this quality. I don't say I could ever achieve this level, but it helps a fellow to know how far he might reach.

I come here to see things like this. Thanks Jason.

--Tim

Me too, superb model Jason.  :praise2: :NotWorthy:

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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #228 on: May 22, 2013, 01:45:06 AM »
Jason, I could only dream of doing what you did with your engine, at least I can set my sites to a higher level. It helps to know that one could maybe achieve such fine craftsmanship one day. You are a true craftsman in every sense. Thank you for sharing your skills with us that have less. Superb job by every means.   :praise2: :praise2: :praise2:

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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #229 on: May 22, 2013, 02:09:16 AM »
It can't be overstated what a privilege it's been to watch a build of this quality. I don't say I could ever achieve this level, but it helps a fellow to know how far he might reach.

I come here to see things like this. Thanks Jason.

--Tim

Me too, superb model Jason.  :praise2: :NotWorthy:

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Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #230 on: May 22, 2013, 03:53:34 AM »
Beautiful series and result. After watching it being made, I'm not in the least bit surprised.

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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #231 on: May 22, 2013, 04:35:37 AM »
I like how so many of our members can not only write up the build but photo as they go. An excellent build Jason and a result to be proud of. :praise2: :praise2: :praise2:
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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #232 on: May 22, 2013, 06:11:13 AM »
Lovely job Jason  :ThumbsUp:

Great build log as well very informative.

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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #233 on: May 22, 2013, 08:17:25 AM »
Stunning piece of workmanship Jason - looks absolutely superb.

I remember thinking to myself when you said it was to be black how that perhaps that wasn't the best choice of colour - just shows how wrong one can be - beautiful contrast to the metals and the base.  :ThumbsUp: :ThumbsUp:

I see you don't have the governor belt fitted - if sourcing one is a problem I have some record player drive belts which have reasonable tension, are quite thin and flat and about 4mm wide - if they will fit you are welcome to one.

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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #234 on: May 22, 2013, 01:33:40 PM »
Jason

Wow!  That is a beautiful creation.  I would love to build something like that.  Maybe if your photos were just a bit sharper or if your explanations were more complete or if pigs could fly.   :Lol:

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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #235 on: May 22, 2013, 02:11:43 PM »
... a makers plate to do when a certain young lady decides to share her secrets.

J


Which reminds me: how big would you like me to make yours?  :naughty:

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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #236 on: May 22, 2013, 05:41:29 PM »
I am impressed  :NotWorthy:
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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #237 on: May 22, 2013, 06:24:49 PM »
 :praise2: Beautiful work as always Jason.

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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #238 on: May 22, 2013, 10:34:26 PM »
Gorgeous!  :Love:

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Re: Building a bigger Easton & Anderson Grasshopper
« Reply #239 on: May 23, 2013, 05:47:18 PM »
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Absolutely superb  build Jason, having just retired after being in the engineering trade for the past 50 years I admit I could not match your quality or skills.. yet!  :Lol:  :Lol:  :Lol:
As an aside what sort of equipment have you got for your silver soldering /brazing process,  propane gun, (Sievert ?) propane / butane cylinder, hoses etc.    :headscratch:  or do you use one of the DIY piezo soldering gun / canister kits from the likes of Machine Mart / B & Q, I suspect you will have the full gear for the heat needed, also where do you get your JB weld from, I can get Milliput from my local hobby store / Boyes general store (no connection) & the like but not aware of local stores that stock JB weld per se, (I'm in the Teesside area).
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