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Educational Books and Videos

Metal Fabricator's Handbook, by Ron & Sue Fournier
Sections include: Tool selection and use, MIG, TIG, arc- and gas-welding, Fuel and oil tanks, Exhaust headers, Roll bars and roll cages, Sheet metal interiors and Basic metal shaping.
175 pages with step-by-step photo sequences.

  

Sheet Metal Handbook, by Ron & Sue Fournier
Inside you'll find tips on: Setting up your own shop, proper use of the English wheel, basic metal shaping techniques, the art of hammerforming, proper riveting techniques, and tips on restoring original sheet metal.
144 pages with step-by-step photos & illustrations.

  


Welder's Handbook,
by Richard Finch
Learn how to weld like a pro! This book covers a variety of welding techniques: oxyacetylene welding and cutting to MIG, TIG and plasma-arc welding. Includes tips on building simple or complex welding jigs and fixtures. How to weld everything from mild steel and chrome-moly to magnesium and titanium.
160 pages with many illustrations & clear photos.

  

 

Ron Fournier and Ron Covell bring over 70 years of combined experience to their viewers, and you will see how their individual styles of working with metal compliment each other. Hammerforms are very easy to make, and they enable you to create parts that have the look and accuracy of die-stamped parts. Even beginning metalworkers can use hammerforms to quickly and easily make parts of which they can be proud.

Ten different hammerforming operations are demonstrated, from simple tank tops to a beautiful rolled edge detail on a complicated pontoon Bugatti fender. 76min.

Hammerform Techniques VHS............................................   

Hammerform Techniques DVD............................................   

Ron Fournier explains the technique of blocking and smoothing aluminum parts using shot bags, mallets, heads and slappers. Final smoothing is demonstrated on the English wheel. A variety of shapes are made, including a bowl, tear drop and motorcycle fender. Also, forming a section of a patch panel for a sports car fender using a buck. Thorough explanation of the tools and equipment used to form .050" and .063" aluminum projects. Great coverage of each project makes this one of Ron's most popular videos! 90 min.

Metal Shaping: Blocking and Smoothing VHS....................   

Metal Shaping: Blocking and Smoothing DVD....................   

Take the mystery out of buck-building! In this informative video Ron Fournier shows and explains a variety of bucks used for automotive and motorcycle projects. Step-by-step demonstration on building a sectional fender buck. Additional topics include: material & fastening recommendations, determining the frequency of stations, construction differences between single use and low-production bucks. 60 min.
Bucks, Patterns, and Forms VHS.......................................   

Bucks, Patterns, and Forms DVD.......................................   

Gas-welding is a preferred method used to produce high-quality metal work. Why not pick up some of the tricks of the trade to make mastering this skill easier? This specialized tape teaches you how to produce durable, high-quality welds. Covers essential equipment, methods and benefits of tack-welding, fitting and joint preparation, and how to produce fusion-type welds with lipping, butt-welds and tank corner welds. Demonstrations of straight welds, corners and curved sections. 60 min.

How To Gas Weld Aluminum DVD......................................   

Metal Work Basics: Hand Tools DVD..................................   

Instruction & demonstration on a variety of sheet metal equipment, including sheet metal brake - how to use a radius die, sheet metal roller - how to roll a cylinder and cone. Ron Fournier teaches by example and shows how to use the combination rotary machine, bandsaw, disc sander, drill press, box and pan brake. 90 min.

Metal Work Basics: Large Equipment VHS........................   

Metal Work Basics: Large Equipment DVD........................   

Watch master metal fabricator Ron Fournier create custom motorcycle sheet metal parts from scratch, including construction of an aluminum tank, fairing and front fender in this comprehensive film. Also featured is step-by-step fabrication of the bike's entire rear section which includes the fender, sides and seat pan. Each step and every technique is clearly demonstrated in a manner that shows the viewer how to make custom parts of their own design. The entire metal shaping process is detailed with thorough explanations and helpful tips to 'de-mystify' metal working magic. From pattern to finished product - Ron explains custom metal work - the result is professional and ready for paint. Armed with fundamental metal shaping knowledge, some essential tools - and a few "tricks of the trade", you can take your next project from sheet to street!

Motorcycle Metal Fabrication, Sheet to Street: 2 DVD Set............. Was $68!   



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