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09-28-2015, 02:42 PM | #1 |
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Photos from the Peter Tommasini metal shaping class incl. Model A fender repairs
As anyone who has been in the classes of Peter Tommasini, you will attest to his level of skill and willingness and ability to share that knowledge. If you ever get a chance to attend you will NOT be disappointed. Peter and I are already discussing the possibility of two consecutive classes here next year. Keep that in mind. Most of the recent attendees have expressed an interest in attending another one next year. Great stuff!! For those of you that think you might know a lot, and would not benefit from this class, you should consider that you do not know what you do not know. From my own perspective, I was able to piece together other information that I have picked up along the way and make a coherent thought from the things Peter shared. There was MUCH, MUCH to be learned regarding English wheel design and fabrication in addition to how to use the wheel. We learned many things not usually considered possible with the English wheel.
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09-28-2015, 06:27 PM | #2 |
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Re: Photos from the Peter Tommasini metal shaping class incl. Model A fender repairs
Great pics, thanks for posting!
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09-28-2015, 06:35 PM | #3 |
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Re: Photos from the Peter Tommasini metal shaping class incl. Model A fender repairs
I wish I had the room for some of that metal-working equipment!
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09-28-2015, 06:37 PM | #4 |
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Re: Photos from the Peter Tommasini metal shaping class incl. Model A fender repairs
Did you need a crane to set the english wheel?
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09-28-2015, 06:38 PM | #5 |
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Re: Photos from the Peter Tommasini metal shaping class incl. Model A fender repairs
More pics from the meet. Several folks passed on this class, thinking that it would be too advance, being taught by Peter. Of the 8 attendees, 6 had never been to a metal shaping class and four of the eight have 'pre-signed' for another similar class next year.
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09-28-2015, 06:50 PM | #6 |
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09-28-2015, 07:20 PM | #7 |
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John, the classes have been VERY well received. If you are truly interested, please PM me with contact info, and I will contact you at the end of July or August next year. We already have 4-5 committed attendees for a class next year.
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09-28-2015, 07:22 PM | #8 |
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Re: Photos from the Peter Tommasini metal shaping class incl. Model A fender repairs
More pictures.
NOTE: Any stories that you hear about five chickens being trained to line up and take turns laying eggs in a basket outside our back porch door are TRUE. Pics to follow at a later date. PetersClass4 001.jpg PetersClass4 001b.jpg PetersClass4 002a.jpg PetersClass4 004.jpg PetersClass4 009.jpg PetersClass4 011.jpg PetersClass4 006.jpg True story: we had just broken for lunch and went to Subway to eat. We were all pretty dirty and disheveled from the mornings work, and just after my wife took this picture, another lady came up behind her and said "that's a nice thing you are doing, I feed the homeless once in a while myself"
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09-29-2015, 04:13 AM | #9 |
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Re: Photos from the Peter Tommasini metal shaping class incl. Model A fender repairs
The response to this years tour of classes has been so well received that at dinner last night, Peter and I discussed have two classes in succession next year.
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09-29-2015, 05:47 AM | #10 |
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I enjoyed the Pictures Will.
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09-29-2015, 08:33 AM | #11 |
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I had a lot of fun at this class, and if my finances will allow it I will be back again next year without any hesitation. Thank you again Will for being a great host, and letting us all come in and dissorganize your shop for you.
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09-29-2015, 09:20 AM | #12 |
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Thanks, Wick. I hope you are enjoying your retirement. You know that gives you more time to come see me.
Logan, you are MORE than welcome. Everyone is willing to pass on information to someone such as yourself, that has a brain, ability and a good attitude. We all enjoyed having you. I will look for your pieces today, and perhaps get started on the service brake cross shafts tomorrow.
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09-29-2015, 09:25 AM | #13 |
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Re: Photos from the Peter Tommasini metal shaping class incl. Model A fender repairs
Will,
In the first photo,..the home made machine, kinda like a Yoder? |
09-29-2015, 09:33 AM | #14 |
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Re: Photos from the Peter Tommasini metal shaping class incl. Model A fender repairs
Will, you sure have a nice workshop and a lot of nice tools. Looks like I could learn a lot there.
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09-29-2015, 02:50 PM | #15 |
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D.J.: Thank you, I have designed and made that machine. It is a power hammer, and it has worked out well.
Tom: As we have discussed before, you are welcome at any time, my friend. I will share what ever I can.
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09-29-2015, 02:57 PM | #16 |
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Looks like a great time, full on knowledge and learning.
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09-29-2015, 03:01 PM | #17 |
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Kind of a special place.
This is on my list. Bob |
09-29-2015, 07:22 PM | #18 |
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My plans are to come down and visit next year.
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09-30-2015, 12:11 PM | #19 |
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Re: Photos from the Peter Tommasini metal shaping class incl. Model A fender repairs
Will, I would like to attend the next class you have on metal shaping with Peter. Please send me the info on when where and time.
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09-30-2015, 05:17 PM | #20 |
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Paul.
As I mentioned, Peter is very interested in not only coming back to Rock Hill, he has mentioned that he would like to host two consecutive classes next year. His USA schedule is generally in September and October, but the classes get scheduled around June and July. As it stands now, 6 of the 8 recent attendees have asked to be put on the list as well as 3 from this site, so a second class is more than likely. If you will be so kind as to PM with your name and contact info, I am keeping a list of priority contacts for next year. Before Peter left for the airport, we tentatively made arrangements for his cast iron English wheels and 'hand built' tools to be imported to a South Carolina port and stored here in Rock Hill. http://www.handbuilt.net.au/ I do not expect anything to be settled for another 3-4 months. This year the class was 4-days long, scheduled for 8:00 AM to 5:00 Pm, but most of us came back from dinner and worked 'till late. Lunch and sheet metal were provided. The class covered the use of a wooden stump and hand tools in addition to the English wheels. By doing this, it makes you MUCH better using the powered tools.
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