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Old 05-11-2016, 04:42 PM   #1
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Here is a 1/2 scale model of a 226 H series 6 that I worked on during the long cold winter in Wisconsin. The model does not operate and was built with hand tools. Next winter I will build the twin carbs, wires, bell housing, transmission and other fitments.
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Old 05-11-2016, 04:53 PM   #2
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Excellent is not a sufficient word for this work. Congratulations.
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That's pretty neat.
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That's very COOL!
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Great detail!!!!
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Old 05-11-2016, 06:28 PM   #6
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That's a definite, AT TA BOY!!
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Great job! I'm impressed with your energy.
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Old 05-11-2016, 06:40 PM   #8
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Looks like you have a lot of skill and patience.
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Yup... Pat on the back for talent and craftsmanship!!... Mark
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That is really cool!
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Wow, great work, amazing.
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Nice, indeed!
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You are very talented.
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Great! Looking forward to your next winter continuation...
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Wow...I am impressed! Love the detail.
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That is really cool! Excellent work.
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With hand tools! Wow!
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Even the sand cast texture! You have done an amazing job.
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Completely agree with all the above!! As a carpenter of 32 yrs, I could only wish for that kind of patience and talent. Very, very nice sir!!
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Amazing detail! You've got more patience than I do, that's for sure!
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