During the course of restoring an old car, many enthusiasts are called upon to utilize some sort of woodworking skill. Trouble is, while most car enthusiasts are comfortable working with metal, wood is enigmatic, indeed. This illustrated guide introduces readers to the tools, techniques, and materials they need to successfully restore, repair, and replace everything from structural automotive wood like that found in door frames and truck beds, to decorative wood like dashboards, to complete woody bodies. Thorough explanations and photo sequences take the mystery out of tasks like choosing the right wood, weather-proofing, and crafting joints that can withstand the stresses of rough roads and daily use.
Customer Review: Nothing for Restoring Woodies
As a woodworker with 20 years of experience I was interested in what it would take to apply my craft to an automobile. More than half of this book is just a primer on basic finish carpentry and what ...
Customer Review: Woodies from a woodworkers point of view
I have been a profesional woodworker for more than 25 years now. I also love cars so the two paths have converged and I am building woodies now. Mr. Johnson's book about automotive woodworking is exce...
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Sunday, May 10, 2009
Automotive Woodworking: Restoration, Repair and Replacement
