The Ford Barn

Tod · 08-10-2017, 07:00 PM

I know some people think I can't make blocks, but while I peck away at the model for the 8BA I am doing regular production, replacing a couple of machines and working on setting up a new foundry. Today I had these 2 blocks shot blasted so I can get to work machining them after the current ones are complete. I just finished the stock main journals on an aluminum block yesterday. Lots to do, no help, not enough time.

Tod

19Fordy · 08-10-2017, 07:33 PM

Tod, America needs more people like you.

A "Can Do" attitude.

lotsagas4u · 08-10-2017, 07:42 PM

Wish I was there to help

tubman · 08-10-2017, 07:51 PM

I started watching what this guy can do with his "A" block and heads on the H.A.M.B. He's the real deal, that's for sure! I have no doubt he will do this. I know there were a few "Flash in the Pan"'s before, but there is no way they should take anything away from Tod's effort.

outlaw · 08-11-2017, 12:52 AM

Tod, I think that it is fantastic that you have this knowledge & ability! I am glad that you are offering this. At some point this will probably be the only way that a person will be able to build most of the antique & classic motors. Thank you. Bill

JWL · 08-11-2017, 03:59 AM

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From my perspective the key elements are the passion and motivation to do such things. I know I am burned out and I admire people who are not.

Mart · 08-11-2017, 04:43 AM

Very impressive.

Looking forward to seeing this endeavour come to fruition.

Mart.

Seth Swoboda · 08-11-2017, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by JWL

From my perspective the key elements are the passion and motivation to do such things. I know I am burned out and I admire people who are not.

And a whole lotta $$$$. I agree, though.

5851a · 08-11-2017, 10:08 AM

Looks like that's dedication and not the "Shareholder added value" bull that I have to listen to at work constantly.

Seth Swoboda · 08-11-2017, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by 5851a

Looks like that's dedication and not the "Shareholder added value" bull that I have to listen to at work constantly.

I'm with you

Russ/40 · 08-11-2017, 11:17 AM

Tod is amazing. I wish I wasn't on the wrong coast, I'd be his goufer for free.

JM 35 Sedan · 08-11-2017, 11:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tod

I know some people think I can't make blocks, but while I peck away at the model for the 8BA I am doing regular production, replacing a couple of machines and working on setting up a new foundry. Today I had these 2 blocks shot blasted so I can get to work machining them after the current ones are complete. I just finished the stock main journals on an aluminum block yesterday. Lots to do, no help, not enough time.

Tod

Tod, don't concern yourself with what some people think. You will always have the skeptics sitting on the sidelines. The hobby needs this new block over the long haul, and who else would have the knowledge, abillity, and desire to make this happen? Not many if any. Please keep at it as time permits. Many of us here will be rooting for you, and wishing we could help.

corvette8n · 08-11-2017, 01:04 PM

Tod keep up the effort, I'm cheering you on.

PeteVS · 08-11-2017, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Russ/40

Tod is amazing. I wish I wasn't on the wrong coast, I'd be his gofer for free.

Where is Tod?

prpmmp · 08-11-2017, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by PeteVS

Where is Tod?

Its under his name and avatar

Pete

hardtimes · 08-11-2017, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by PeteVS

Where is Tod?

Hm, that's an easy one...out in the foundry/shop

!

If you mean...what area of USA...that would be Ohio...where cars were made and foundries thrived back when.

PeteVS · 08-11-2017, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by prpmmp

Its under his name and avatar

Pete

OOPS! My bad.

JM 35 Sedan · 08-11-2017, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by prpmmp

Its under his name and avatar

Pete

That's funny, it wasn't there when I made my earlier post because I looked at his avatar to see his approximate location. Tod must have added it after PeteVS posted his question.
Okay Tod, we're all packing our bags now and moving to Salem, Ohio in the morning

GB SISSON · 08-11-2017, 09:17 PM

It has been a long time since I have been impressed like this. Holy frikken cow, this Tod guy is gonna give us brand new blocks, and with some improvements that mass production in the 30's, 40's and 50's didn't support.......

elwood · 08-11-2017, 11:12 PM

Great great work Tod, so hard no one around to help you ...
Please keep us all posted ....

08-10-2017, 07:33 PM	#2
19Fordy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Coral Springs FL Posts: 10,936	Re: In the mean time... Tod, America needs more people like you. A "Can Do" attitude.

08-10-2017, 07:42 PM	#3
lotsagas4u Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Plainview, Texas Posts: 757	Re: In the mean time... Wish I was there to help

08-10-2017, 07:51 PM	#4
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 10,312	Re: In the mean time... I started watching what this guy can do with his "A" block and heads on the H.A.M.B. He's the real deal, that's for sure! I have no doubt he will do this. I know there were a few "Flash in the Pan"'s before, but there is no way they should take anything away from Tod's effort.

08-11-2017, 12:52 AM	#5
outlaw Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Eagle River,Alaska Posts: 353	Re: In the mean time... Tod, I think that it is fantastic that you have this knowledge & ability! I am glad that you are offering this. At some point this will probably be the only way that a person will be able to build most of the antique & classic motors. Thank you. Bill

08-11-2017, 03:59 AM	#6
JWL Member Emeritus Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fitzgerald, Georgia Posts: 2,204	Re: In the mean time... Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) From my perspective the key elements are the passion and motivation to do such things. I know I am burned out and I admire people who are not.

08-11-2017, 04:43 AM	#7
Mart Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Solihull, England. Posts: 8,749	Re: In the mean time... Very impressive. Looking forward to seeing this endeavour come to fruition. Mart.

08-11-2017, 10:08 AM	#9
5851a Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: NE Iowa Posts: 1,664	Re: In the mean time... Looks like that's dedication and not the "Shareholder added value" bull that I have to listen to at work constantly.

08-11-2017, 11:17 AM	#11
Russ/40 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Santee, California Posts: 3,505	Re: In the mean time... Tod is amazing. I wish I wasn't on the wrong coast, I'd be his goufer for free.

08-11-2017, 01:04 PM	#13
corvette8n Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: 36 miles north of Albany NY Posts: 2,949	Re: In the mean time... Tod keep up the effort, I'm cheering you on.

08-11-2017, 09:17 PM	#19
GB SISSON Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Orcas Island Washington Posts: 4,928	Re: In the mean time... It has been a long time since I have been impressed like this. Holy frikken cow, this Tod guy is gonna give us brand new blocks, and with some improvements that mass production in the 30's, 40's and 50's didn't support....... __________________ Owner/Operator of 'Jailbar Ranch' on the side of Mt. Pickett. Current stable consists of 1946 1/2 ton pickup turned woodie wagon with FH V8, 1947 Tonner Pickup (red) mostly stock with exception of a cummins 6at turbo diesel, 1946 Tonner Pickup (green) with 226 cu in 6 cyl flathead, 1979 Toyota landcruiser wagon, completely encased in 1947 Ford Jailbar sheet metal. Ok, cornbinder rear fenders..... 'Rusty ol' floorboards, hot on their feet' (Alan Jackson)

08-11-2017, 11:12 PM	#20
elwood Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,053	Re: In the mean time... Great great work Tod, so hard no one around to help you ... Please keep us all posted ....