Product Description

Eddie Paul is a master at sheet metal fabrication, and in this book he gives readers the means to mould their own creations, from dashing fins to gleaming fenders and sliding curves. Written in a straight forward, practicle manner, this engaging book talks about which tools to choose and how to use them; what type of garage space to have and how to use it; how to choose the right material, and how to work with it; from design, to mock-up, choosing forms, to finished product this is an invaluble reference book both for those who want hands-on knowledge and the interested browser.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #84261 in Books
• Published on: 2008-02-29
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 160 pages

Review
The craft of hand-forming sheet metal into compound curves is fast becoming a lost art. Author Eddie Paul is a master at sheet metal fabrication and in this book shares with readers the techniques to shape their own sheet metal creations. Sheet Metal Fabrication: Techniques and Tips for Beginners and Pros" covers the necessary tools and how to use them; how to choose, prepare, and work with the most suitable material; how to make bucks, plugs, and mock-ups; and how to cut, bend, form, and join sheet metal. Whether you want to shape a fender for a custom car, re-create damaged panels, or just learn about this intriguing process, Sheet Metal Fabrication" is a thorough reference book and guide, and a uniquely valuable resource every do-it-yourselfer needs. --Boone bridge Books

Eddies work reaches far beyond the realm of Hollywood. the self-taught inventor also developes a range of sensitive gadgets to bolster the nation's defenses and scientific advancment --Autobooks dot com

In our mechanized day of mass production, the craft of hand-forming sheet metal into compound curves and dashing fins and fenders is fast becoming a lost art. Eddie Paul overcame adversity to become a master at sheet metal fabrication (among other accomplishments), and in this book he gives readers the means to mold their own sheet metal creations, whatever the odds. Pauls engagingly written book talks about the necessary tools and how to use them; how to choose, prepare and work with the right material; how to make forms and mock-ups, and much more. Whether you want to mold a fender for a custom car or just learn about this intriguing process, Sheet Metal Fabrication is a thoroughly readable reference book and guide, and a uniquely valuable resource. --Rod and Custom

Eddies work reaches far beyond the realm of Hollywood. the self-taught inventor also developes a range of sensitive gadgets to bolster the nation's defenses and scientific advancment --Autobooks dot com

In our mechanized day of mass production, the craft of hand-forming sheet metal into compound curves and dashing fins and fenders is fast becoming a lost art. Eddie Paul overcame adversity to become a master at sheet metal fabrication (among other accomplishments), and in this book he gives readers the means to mold their own sheet metal creations, whatever the odds. Pauls engagingly written book talks about the necessary tools and how to use them; how to choose, prepare and work with the right material; how to make forms and mock-ups, and much more. Whether you want to mold a fender for a custom car or just learn about this intriguing process, Sheet Metal Fabrication is a thoroughly readable reference book and guide, and a uniquely valuable resource. --Rod and Custom