Wagon for my Granddaughter

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I've been working on a hot rod wagon for my granddaughter for awhile now.  My wife said I should show it off here.  I don't have many close up shots of the welds.  This is the Facebook page that shows the progress. https://www.facebook.com/GrandpasCustomRadioFlyerThis week we took my granddaughter to the mall for her first ride.  It was her or the wagon that seems to attract a lot of people.  I say it was her she's a cutie Attached Images
Reply:Dang!  Very creative and total rat rod coolness! How you gonna top that, paw paw?Two turn tables and a microphone.
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Reply:Hurry up and finish that thang Paw Paw!! I ain't gettin any younger!! Love,Your Grand DaughterHobart 125 EZHobart Handler 140Everlast STH 160Generic 210 Amp Welder/GeneratorHobart Air Force 500i plasma cutterChinese 50 amp plasma cutter! Youtube Channel : Henrymac100
Reply:It's 90% done.  Just need to add a horn and mirrors.  My son said it needs a trailer to haul the diaper bag (but I know how everyone picks on trailer builders LOL).  As for how I'm going to top this, I've got a few ideas for when she's older.  Right now I'm working on ideas for another wagon.  Some good friends of my son announced they are having a baby, so I asked my son to help me build one for them. Attached Images
Reply:I'm working on the same thing right now, still, lol.  It's the whole reason I started welding.  We even have the same wagon tub!  your build is awesome, and gave me some idea to make mine better.  good job!
Reply:Originally Posted by BrownfauxI'm working on the same thing right now, still, lol.  It's the whole reason I started welding.  We even have the same wagon tub!  your build is awesome, and gave me some idea to make mine better.  good job!
Reply:That's awesome! Love the detail that went into this.http://all-a-cart.comWelding Cart Kits and accessories
Reply:That's pretty dern cool!!"The things that will destroy America are prosperity at any price, peace at any price, safety first instead of duty first, the love of soft living and the get rich quick theory of life." -Theodore Roosevelt
Reply:Great design ....how far on a tank of fuel that size????
Reply:Originally Posted by a1998z3Great design ....how far on a tank of fuel that size????
Reply:Originally Posted by SandyIt gets rated at MPG. Miles per Grampa/Gramma.
Reply:Thats awesome, I would love to tow my toddlers around car shows in thatLincoln LN-125 Miller Legend AEAD-200 LE  Thermal Dynamics CutMaster 50*Just Learning how to use them*
Reply:What's the top end on that wagon? 3-4 MPH??Hobart 125 EZHobart Handler 140Everlast STH 160Generic 210 Amp Welder/GeneratorHobart Air Force 500i plasma cutterChinese 50 amp plasma cutter! Youtube Channel : Henrymac100
Reply:That is awesome! I love the parking brake! ~Scott~You can see what projects I'm working on on my Facebook page.https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bucke...3595655?ref=hlbucket_of_bolts on Instagram HTP 221 DV
Reply:WOW, you sure do like to set the bar high for the rest of us grampas. I like it a lot.
Reply:this is awesome!!  I built one for my daughter for her first birthday.  Custom wagons are sweet!!And here she is now just a few months back getting her tools:
Reply:Thanks alot more things to add to my list.................lolsweet looking rides
Reply:Originally Posted by cableguy344If you have any question on anything I did just ask.  There are some things I might do different if I did another one.  One thing I added was making a bracket so I can push and steer from the rear
Reply:Nice low rider.
Reply:Here are some pictures of my wagon we use to haul some support gear for the race bikes. KB. Attached Images
Reply:Great projects, lots of fun, and outstanding builds.Now I guess I have to make a wagon for Charlie and Owen.Hey, K-B. Does that hidden compartment in the 8 cylinder engine only hold a 6 pack?Burt _____________________Miller Syncrowave 250Millermatic 211Miller 375 Plasma Cutter Hobart Handler 12010FtDrillBit.com
Reply:man what a great cooler hauler...
Reply:Cool build Cableguy. I am not on facebook, never have never will be. However, can you tell me what spindles you used and where you got them. Also where did you get the front monospring setup from. Pretty cool. Got any better close ups of the front susp, and steering set up.Thanks.T.J.www.tjsperformance.comDynasty 300 DXHTP 240HTP Microcut 380Hyperthem 85JD2 Hyd Bender and HF Hyd Ring Roller all in one =(Frankenbender)Bpt. Mill/DRO4' x 8' CNC Plasma TableInstagram: tjsperformanceYT: TJS Welding and Fabrication
Reply:Originally Posted by TJSCool build Cableguy. I am not on facebook, never have never will be. However, can you tell me what spindles you used and where you got them. Also where did you get the front monospring setup from. Pretty cool. Got any better close ups of the front susp, and steering set up.Thanks.T.J.Wow! The coolest baby wagon I've seen. Awesome build and great design, like the use of woods and those monster wheels. That little cutie is sure riding in style. Way to go Grand Pa. I'm sure the parents are so proud to have it.
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Reply:These are awesome!Everlast 200dx
Reply:Hey, K-B. Does that hidden compartment in the 8 cylinder engine only hold a 6 pack?[/QUOTE]If we are on our way to the winners circle, I can guarantee you it'll hold a 6 pack.
Reply:Originally Posted by cableguy344Attachment 633851Attachment 633861Attachment 633871Attachment 633881T.J  I made the spindles.  I took 2" square tube and cut one side off, drilled 1 hole for the axle and two for where the drop axle connects to it, for the axle I used a 3/4 allen bolt.  I cut most of the head of the bolt off put it through the hole and welded the back side.  The mono spring is non functioning, the leaves are plug welded together.  I ran some flat bar through a roller to get the curve and welded it to the drop axle.  The one shows how I worked out the rear steering,   It was a last minute thing I added so it's not as clean of an install as I would have liked.  I have one of the steering when I added the tie bars instead of just a flat bar but I can't find it on the computer right now.It's a shame you're not on Facebook, I have all the pictures there showing some of the extra details , like working head and tail lights. the convertible top, etc.The one picture is my son and daughter-in-laws reaction when I showed it to them.
Reply:That's correct.  The wheels are from Harbor Freight.  They are 2 piece, the bolts hold them together, they have bearing in them that ride on the bolt/spindle. Attached Images
Reply:I could see this being a full blown thread "lets see the wagon builds" Awesome wagons guys! i think i might start one as well.
Reply:Originally Posted by NVRsummer369I could see this being a full blown thread "lets see the wagon builds" Awesome wagons guys! i think i might start one as well.
Reply:My next one will start with 2 wagons with the back cut off of one and the front cut off the other then welded together end to end. Tube frame under it. Maybe a little narrower in the front and wider in the rear. Big and little wheels. Spoiler in the front and a wing in the back. Small butterfly steering wheel for a handle. Parachute on the rear probably labeled pampers. I'll paint it red and white but instead of it saying "Radio Flyer" with the little boy pictured on his wagon in between the words, it will say "Really Flying" with the boy on a stretched wagon but I will do the lettering and the boy in the same stock style though.
Reply:Cableguy334 and Rodney, Those are both pretty cool. The thought, the time spent, the money spent, and the will to see it through, make those even cooler. KB
Reply:What a awesome grampa, I love it. and the look on their faces when they saw it is priceless for sure. I wish I would have saw this before I sort of threw one together for the wife's fall project, the last minute notice of having to make one didn't help with the planning, it was just for looks though..
Reply:For those of you that don't get on Facebook I uploaded most of the pictures to Flicker.  They can be viewed at https://www.flickr.com/photos/119078738@N03/
Reply:Were are you guys getting these mini tie rods from?Hobart IronMan 230Hypertherm 45XP on a CNC table1.5HP 9x42 MillUNIBOR EQ35N Mag Drill
Reply:Originally Posted by f150skidooWere are you guys getting these mini tie rods from?
Reply:I got mine from McMaster Carr
Reply:I came across this forum and post and thought I'd share my daughters wagon I'm making for her. Took an early 70's radio flyer and tricked it out. sent from my Wj Attached Images
Reply:Nice looking wagon.  Your daughter looks happy riding in it.  I am almost finished with another I am working on as a present for a friend.  The parents to be are both Purdue University grads.  Brad graduated with an engineering degree so I made it four wheel steer.  I figured he would thinking that part was cool Attached Images
Reply:Cableguy would it not be easier to use a panhard rod instead of going to the back to stabilized the steering. Attached ImagesDIY CNC Plasma table USB BOB Price THCHypertherm 65Everlast PowerTig 255 EXTMiler 180 Mig13" metal latheMill/ DrillECT, ECT,
Reply:Originally Posted by acourtjesterCableguy would it not be easier to use a panhard rod instead of going to the back to stabilized the steering.
Reply:Thanks! Yours looks good! My next build is going to be a lifted wagon for my nephew. sent from my Wj
Reply:I went over to your flickr page to check out the build photos, that's a really cool build along with top quality workmanship makes a truly cool ride. Even though it's not included in your parts list cableguy, love is the most plentiful element of this build. Basketball court bed on your 4 wheel steer unit is special, too. How about a gasser for your next build? You may have started a whole new area/era in custom building!! Not to discount the rest of the "Angel-ride power wagons" in the thread here, gentlemen, all are highly creative and well executed...a testament to your talents and hope that you can transfer those to the future generations through your creativity. Hats off to you all.  When a welder tells you to "stick it", what do they really mean?"In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act." - George Orwell
Reply:Oh yes rear steer I like a man that thinks ahead  very well done thanks for posting.DIY CNC Plasma table USB BOB Price THCHypertherm 65Everlast PowerTig 255 EXTMiler 180 Mig13" metal latheMill/ DrillECT, ECT,
Reply:I thought I'd post some updated pics Attached ImagesLast edited by lowrider_rt; 01-13-2015 at 10:47 PM.
Reply:Guys these are some truly AWSOME  little red wagons  or are the mini rat carts. gxbxc
Reply:start of my sons wagon