Tara's Totrod Build

Tara's Totrod Build The car this is modeled on was owned by TJ's Great Granddad and was used on the family farm as a tra

The car it is modeled of was owned by TJ's Great Granddad and was used on the family farm as a tractor during WWII. The cars number was 7 when our family owned it but was changed to 5 when Southwards car museum restored it. As I am the 7th child in my family and TJ is my 7th child it seemed fitting to build this type of Totrod

Thanks to Tim @ Abrasive Waterjet Services for the use of his workshop

and waterjet not to mention sponsoring the majority of the materials for this build :)

A big thank you to Craig at Southwards Car Museum for sending through high res pics of the car

04/05/2023

Hi all
Kiwi totrods now has an instagram so pop on over and follow for updates both on Tara's Totrod Build and the repaint etc to get ready to go on display at Southwards Car Museum as well as current and upcoming builds

Stripped exterior of body parts and given them a skim coat of filler to smooth out a few bumps and cleaned up frame.Stil...
30/04/2023

Stripped exterior of body parts and given them a skim coat of filler to smooth out a few bumps and cleaned up frame.
Still got all the bit for suspension etc to strip and prep for primer.

24/04/2023
Starting the big mission to strip it right down and repaint along with upgrading a few bits that are in need of strength...
23/04/2023

Starting the big mission to strip it right down and repaint along with upgrading a few bits that are in need of strengthening.
Hopefully this paint won't yellow on the bodywork like the last lot.
Funny thing is the original was painted with white enamel as well, which has also yellowed over time so the totrod yellowed was pretty spot on, if only the frame and every other piece of steel had done the same thing lol.
Hope I can remember how to put it all back together :)

So got some very exciting news today!The trustees at Southwards Car Museum love Tara's totrod and would love to have it ...
28/03/2023

So got some very exciting news today!
The trustees at Southwards Car Museum love Tara's totrod and would love to have it on display next to the full size one 😀!!!
Time to get it cleaned up and new paint job, then figure out getting it down there.
So very cool to have it on display next to the inspiration in an actual museum!

Hi allJust a note to let you all know i have set up a you tube channel for videos of builds in progress.This will includ...
23/01/2023

Hi all
Just a note to let you all know i have set up a you tube channel for videos of builds in progress.
This will include KiwiTotrods videos along with other builds as they happen.
I have put the Forge video from a few years back on the page and will be adding an update soon regarding this build as i have finally got what's needed to get it finished and running.

Pop over to Dog House Design on You Tube and subscribe for updates :)

find the Forge/Foundary part 1 here

DIY home forge and foundry in one buildDog House Design is the parent company to Kiwi Totrods and Fire Art NZ

21/12/2022

Hey all.
Just a quick note to let you know that my new build has started over on my KiwiTotrods page for a lucky customer.
If you havent had a look yet pop on over and follow for updates on the new build and if you would like to know more about getting your own Totrod drop me a message :)
https://www.facebook.com/kiwitotrods

Scratch build and restoration/customization of totrods and peddlecars

Got a new logo for Kiwitotrods!Very happy with the work done, he ticked all the key points in the style I wanted :)
18/01/2022

Got a new logo for Kiwitotrods!
Very happy with the work done, he ticked all the key points in the style I wanted :)

The year has gone so fast but fantastic to be seeing (albeit still a little away) the end in sight.Learned alot of new s...
14/01/2022

The year has gone so fast but fantastic to be seeing (albeit still a little away) the end in sight.
Learned alot of new skills and also alot of what not to try next time

All set up at show.Shed 6Funny directly opposite is the Norwest Heritage association with the same picture of the Stutz ...
13/01/2022

All set up at show.
Shed 6
Funny directly opposite is the Norwest Heritage association with the same picture of the Stutz on Muriwai Beach:)

13/01/2022
01/01/2022

Well its official, Tara's build will be at the Kumeu Classic Car and Hot Rod Festival between the 14th and 16th Jan 2022 in the peddlecar competition. If your heading along pop in and view the progress and of cause drop your vote in the box 😀

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