Picked Up Some Part Time Work!

[skydoc_17]

As I mentioned before, I have been been laid off from my regular job since December. Now, don't get me wrong, I have enjoyed the time off and have gotten a bunch of motorcycle related projects completed on both my 86'Vr and 87'VRs as well as worked on quite a few other bikes. After more than 38 years as a Machinist I am happy to say that I still enjoy doing machine work, and especially enjoy it when I get to do the Engineering side of the coin as well. About a week ago I was approached to do some Engineering/ Machine work on a gas powered four wheel drive car. The bumpers and skid plates on this car were made of cheap plastic and were destroyed pretty quickly. I was given Cart Blanche to design some components that would be more durable and help protect the engine and drive train components. I used high grade Delrin and Stainless Steel and attached everything with S.S. hardware. I had no idea that these cars were so expensive ($400.00 to $1100.00 for a single car!) and I also didn't know that there would be a market for replacement parts. Since completing this project, I have had two more orders for parts, Boy, I sure would like to do this for a living!

Earl

[Cougar]

How fun! I fly large fuel powered model airplanes

for a hobby, and I must have around 4 grand into

all my toys. keep up the good work for us hobbyist!

 

Jeff

[StarFan]

Nice job Earl.

Happy that you have enjoyed your time off and I hope that you find a job when it suits you.

Getting closer to MD Day and looking forward to meet you and Jean.

[IH Truck Guy]

Hey Earl,just think of all the bikes you could work on if "Mean Jean" would let you get that bike lift..... :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl: