A ROOF! And The Wooden Car Is Finished....

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

And YES the plans are now available!!! www.ironpig.ie/woodencarplans

[@martingrimmitt3992]

I can see this developing into a DIY cult project with no two cars being the same and all kinds of modified designs all over the world! How cool

[@metalman4141]

Absolutely brilliant you’ve all worked so hard to invent a truly amazing product well done 👍

[@karllautman]

In a couple of years they’ll be all over Burning Man.

[@c.a.mcdivitt9722]

Yea! I'm in the states, so I'd have to increase the size by something like 25% and add floorboards (I don't want to think about getting salt spray and other fun stuff from the road inside the car), a roll cage, front fenders, and a more powerful motor system (eight miles to town).

[@CitizenAyellowblue]

I thought exactly the same thing… this will catch on.

[@SteamPowerMadness]

Loving this project! Wheres Tornado though? She needs some work to do!

[@chefchaudard3580]

Thé « bikini » in the back makes the car look like a coupé 😊

[@Nighthawkinlight]

Looks really good! I think acrylic would be an option also for DIY. Maybe not a dome, but simple straight bends in acrylic are really easy with a heat gun. You just set two boards on the sheet and heat the gap between them and it makes a nice sharp bend. Could make a sort of pyramid shaped box for this. In any case I think this has really come together as a great design!

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

You're right, Ben, that would work - but it would be bulkier and heavier too..?

[@Nighthawkinlight]

It wouldn't look as nice as yours either I'm sure!

[@kengreenfield-nman]

But you couldn't stow it when not in use. The collapsible design is perfect!

[@ebbrook1]

I would use polycarbonate instead of acrylic, you can get much thinner sheets of PC as opposed to acrylic.

[@richardbrobeck2384]

The car really turned out looking very nicely and that roof looks great too !

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

Thanks!

[@timeflysintheshop]

Brilliant! I knew you would come up with an elegant solution! Well done! 👍😀😎

[@plusmanikantanr]

How about a Kayak style seat covering that prevents water entering the cabin ? Then you only need a raincoat that drains to the cover or outside.

[@Karibanu]

Something similar is actually an option on some full-size roadsters that don't have full screens, that'd be a cute option here :)

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

Yes, I'm going to have to get some more fabric now and experiment..

[@SimonAmazingClarke]

Excellent work. Now I want to see you back on your railway engine.

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

I wish! (No money)

[@piconano]

All that trial and error paid off in the end. One can't get the scales right on a CAD. It looks fantastic. If you can provide the steel parts as a kit at a reasonable price, you'll get a lot more people building one around the world.

[@Vikingwerk]

You’ve done a fantastic job designing and building this little car! I can hardly wait for the plans to come out so we can see other people build their versions! I’m quite sure we’ll see a multitude of variations on the roof, to suit various people’s tastes, and attempts to make a permanent folding roof, just because it is the most accessible modification, as no major disassembly is needed to fiddle with roof designs.

[@assassinlexx1993]

The fact you now can leave the car protected from the weather. When you go shopping etc. Coming back to a dry car when the sky has opened up. Plus because of the shape it would dry by the time you drove home. 🎉

[@ICUNA22]

Function and ease of use over fashion! You nailed it! Especially for temporary use!

[@dfishpool7052]

Well done Tim - a great and well thought out addition to the car - hope to see you driving it in torrential rain soon!! Best wishes.

[@everestyeti]

As Tim lives in Ireland I think that's a given. 🤣

[@TinyHouseHomestead]

You make the wind screen just fold down in half like the old timey cars! 😁👍👍🇺🇸

[@amphidory7600]

your son is right. this is your best invention ....so far. love absolutley everything about this .... now you need a windsheild wiper ..looking forward to you doing a rainy day test run

[@CandidZulu]

It's a canopy perhaps, or my favorite a Cabriolet . Very nice!

[@joshuadelisle]

Excellent job well done 👊. Cheers J

[@colinlothlorian]

Some ingenious solutions. Making patterns for canopies is easier in clear plastic sheet with clothes pegs to clip the seams for a smooth line. Most seams end up as curves to keep the material in tension and wrinkle free.

[@PaulinesPastimes]

Minimalism is the key for sure, although I was hoping for a pantograph windscreen wiper. Just kidding about the wiper 😊 The whole thing is incredible and I hope more are built. It's been wonderful to see it take shape. Good on you 🏆

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

I can't imagine how good you must feel from having designed something that worked so well and looked so cool. I'm wondering how well this is going to do in traffic or if they can be taken on bicycle lanes, but it looks absolutely wonderful and could be used for the majority of small trips people take every day without having to use their car. I think you did a great job

[@almostkentish3042]

With the new roof fitted it reminds me a little of that old three wheeled soviet car - albeit yours looks like it's been built to a much higher standard! Loved the series, been great fun to see this project come together

[@theothertonydutch]

Those invacars were of pretty decent quality given the dire state of the soviet union's industries.

[@almostkentish3042]

@@theothertonydutch I suppose so. Can't hold them to the likes of western manufacturers who had more capital and better facilities.

[@piccalillipit9211]

*IS THAT A SOD ROOF* on your house...??? It looks amazing. [and the car is coming along very nicely]

[@xFlow150]

Good job! You do need mirrors on both ends now though with the roof on.

[@awatt]

Many have suggested a windscreen wiper. I will suggest a clear view screen like you get on ships. A disk of perspex or similar spinning at a rate enough rate to chuck the rain off it by centrifugal force. Should be easy enough to build using a brushless motor but balancing maybe an issue.

[@miniphase]

I was thinking the same, but with the disc working like a child's handheld windmill.... no motor needed!

[@awatt]

@@miniphase I like it. If it could be made to work it would be in keeping with the ethos of the project

[@mekafinchi]

I love the look it has with the roof on! It has such an adorable vintage aesthetic :)

[@bjornjohansson4911]

Very well done! It looks great, and seems to work as you wished. 😀😀

[@everestyeti]

Great design Tim, like all your R&Dbits all in the detail. 👍

[@gonzo_the_great1675]

We used to just use soap on our visors. Though it's usually used inside the visor, to stop it steaming up. To clear rain you usually just wipe it with a glove or tilt your head to let them be blown to teh side. I do the same in the bathroom, just a quick squirt of cleaner spray on the mirror and wipe it over. When the room steams up the mirror doesn't.

[@Allan_aka_RocKITEman]

As I understand the weather in the UK, I would think this would be an absolute necessity...😉

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

Except we're not in the UK : - ) (Ireland)

[@Theorimlig]

Awesome project! So cool that you managed to see it through to a working car with well-thought out functions.

[@ThomasMcFarland]

This is the absolute best and can't wait to build one!

[@harrisongrant8558]

The roof is pretty cool, very reminiscent of a Ford Model T roadster.

[@RecordingStudio9]

Absolutely amazing. Been following for a while and watched the progress from earlier models. Will you be adding a mud-guards for the front wheels?

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

Thanks. Yes, I will, but they're really not essential so I'll leave them out of the plans

[@gbentley8176]

Always pleasing to the eye is the bat wing shape. Good idea and great to see the vehicle finished. What is next? Thank you for posting.

[@69dblcab]

Bravo Tim. Nicely done. Thanks for another entertaining video. Cheers

[@xcruckx]

When i first started watching i thought you were mad but, now that i see the finished prototype i can't help but want one..

[@lv_woodturner3899]

Looks very good. Clever design. I did get a smile at the 1:23 mark when you were sitting in the car with your feet on the ground, made me think about the Fred Flintstone car. LOL

[@Santafefrank]

Thanks Tim 😊

[@tracybowling1156]

I tell you, Tim, you are yourself a marvel! So so smart, you are!

[@wesleycardinal8869]

Very clever design. It reminds me a lot of the soft top on the series 1 Elise.

[@tandr3w]

The car need windows in the door, when you put the top on. Maybe a flexible plastic that you can roll up with the top.

[@mattfranck7040]

What a fun project! Cant wait for the plans!

[@Neumah]

This is such a lovely project.

[@tkilg7169]

Fabulous fabrication.

[@unusualfabrication9937]

I love this channel. humble and elegant projects, form from function

[@Piterdeveirs333]

I wonder if you could replace the door flaps with ones made out of clear vinyl or something similar

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

interesting..

[@loodusefilm7881]

Cool! But if plans are ready that does not mean that project is over. Must start developing next model after car have been tested some years. Keep going!

[@rjung_ch]

A nice finish to a cool project! Those plans will be great as well. Thanks Tim! 👍💪✌

[@meirionevans5137]

I think the tonneau makes the car look classic. Otherwise, aero screen & waterproofs.

[@Khitiara_]

looks amazing! in my opinion it looks great, feels more like a racecar without the roof but with the roof it looks like a little car id take across town to visit friends, great stuff

[@urielp911]

Nice neat simple solution for the roof. I really like it. This will be my next project and I can't wait for the plans to be available. Brilliant job you've done.

[@mischef18]

Looks a little beauty with or without the mankini bro, well done. Safe travels. Ken.

[@chrismcbride2572]

If you fund you need a windscreen wiper you could copy the entirely manual ones which were fitted to the early Series Land Rovers. Great design of roof: deceptively simple and, as always, very clever. 😊

[@chrismcbride2572]

Argh, autocorrect! Fund = "find" 😊

[@markdpricemusic1574]

Superb, truly superb.

[@charlesurrea1451]

This reminds me of a 1926 Hispano Suiza H6B Skiff Well you need is a side flaps on the windscreen

[@avlisk]

You are one clever and talented young lad indeed!!!! I love it!

[@avlisk]

From just the right angle, I'm getting some Darth Vader vibes from the roof. (I think that's pretty cool, too.)

[@dwarftoad]

If you make a pattern for how to sew the fabric roof, what about also a second pattern for a canvas or nylon parking cover that can be used with the small windscreen (or with it removed). (I.e. a cover that can be quickly put on while the vehicle is parked.)

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

Yes, you're right. I need to order some more fabric first though

[@theguys0305]

Your car kinda looks like a old fashioned automobile 🚘🚗🚘🚗🚘

[@balateera]

no this does not look ugly and/or silly : ) How fancy your little red car is. It reminds me of a wooden toy car my kids had. And your house looks so beautiful in the background, too. Well done : )

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

Thank you. I think part of me is trying to nurture my inner little boy.

[@johnwynne-qx6br]

Nice design as you say simple but effective. Great progress good luck with everything.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear inventor Tim. 👍👌👏 Very well done again (video and work). The roof looks good, is functional and simple = ingenious! Congratulations! 🎉 I especially like the roof extension in the rear. What a great and good looking solution. I hope that you will be able to sell a lot of plans or even kit cars. Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck and health in particular.

[@awatt]

Ripstop nylon stretches when it gets wet so the Bungies should take up the slack.

[@buffplums]

This is such a clever and fun project. ❤

[@everestyeti]

Overnight I had a thought, to make some money you need someone to make you up a car sticker that you can sell saying, 'My other car is a Tim mobile and have a picture of your fantastic little machine on it'. Am sure as merchandise they would sell out immediately. 👍

[@kailue1499]

I like your pedal car a LOT. It's somehow well suited in the tradition of the Morgan Threewheelers. I have 4mm plywood here in my workshop in full size panels. Should i try a clone of your velomobile? I also prefer the "deflector" windshield with a slot to look through. The very first motor cars used the same, before windshield wipers were invented. Your roof being ventilated in the back is also a very good idea. I experienced the drawbacks of a closed back of the roof, turning it into a braking chute...not so good for efficiency.😏 Also thanks for speaking slowly and clear for my outlandish ears😅 Best regards from Germany

[@nonoyorbusness]

Little Noddy will be envious!

[@VitorMadeira]

Brilliant!

[@ericheft6184]

I love how "simple" the roof design is. Looks good. The only down side I see is how much harder it made getting in and out of the wooden car. As someone who is tall, I caught the part where you had to use your arms to pull your left leg into the car. Still, love the content and thank you for sharing your journey.

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

You're right, but my awkwardness is mostly down to big boots and bad knees

[@martialme84]

Clever solution for the roof!

[@brianphilbrook5262]

Looks good

[@stuchris]

Would be a nice idea to have some clear pliable plastic or something of that nature built into the door flaps to be able to keep them closed while driving, that way driving in rain wouldn't be an issue with rain coming in through the sides

[@yorky7557]

Fantastic conclusion Tim, brilliant job all round!

[@teabagmcpick889]

That really is blooming marvellous!

[@mrclaus859]

Wonderful. Thanks for posting

[@peterhoulihan9766]

Have you considered using solid polycarbonate sheet? No need to shape it. You could design it in panels like you designed your car, drill holes in it, then stitch it together. I'm working on making a kayak this way.

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

that's an interesting idea, Peter. I wonder what would happen in a crash - would it break into sharp shards?

[@peterhoulihan9766]

@@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299 Nope. PC is very robust, it's used for things like riot police shields, motorcycle windshields, bus shelters etc. It's also that corrugated material plastic greenhouses are made out of. It's very tough and tends to flex rather than break. It's similar to acrylic but much stronger and less brittle. It can be heat formed but you'd need a really big oven and a vacuum table for that, making it up from panels is probably more practical.

[@ZwilnikSF]

I wonder if there's any suitable transparent material that would work for the roof? That way you'd have at least some degree of vision around you when it's up.

[@ModMokkaMatti]

Isinglass, like what is used in the marine industry, may be worth looking into for that?

[@denniswoycheshen]

How did i miss this one? Damn.

[@Sailorman6996]

Excellent

[@gardenman3]

Very great car

[@TheMightyAntar]

Great bit of design. Really looking forward to getting the plans.

[@Kozzado]

Thats far simpler than i wouldve expected it to be, great work! Also looks alot better than i would have thought. Great Video as always, im excited for the next one.

[@curtisnixon5313]

Love it! Could we have some wet weather test footage please?

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

Working on it!

[@valrogullr3577]

you can use a potato cut in half to keep the rain from sticking to the screen. the starch keeps it from beding up, it is a ingredient in almost all spray solutions

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

Is that really true? I shall have to investigate...

[@ron.v]

The more you do, the more exciting it gets.

[@normanboyes4983]

It’s is great work that you have done. But with the canopy it has the look of a motorised nun.😉🤣

"I prefet cruising along in the sunshine..." so your planning to relocate the entire farm to some place other than western Ireland?

[@nameless5413]

Pretty and good tho i do wonder if it was tested in the rain, it looks to me that there'd be a mild problem when driving into corner or slowing down for any reason what so ever. it MIGHT need a wider windscreeen to avoid most of the rain. But i could just as well be completely wrong, hence the testing in the rain first question up front. My possibly unjustified worries aside i am glad the little red paddle car is practically finished and looking forth to see what name it will land on. i have seen some interesting suggestions on the community tab and under few videos.

[@Karibanu]

Marvellous! I like the simplicity too! I suspect someone's DIY option might just fold the frame down & you can drag the attached screen to raise or lower it. I think, as I sit in what I'm pretty sure is the well-into-double-figures storm of the year down here that's actually bending my front door, that you might want to secure the bottom of the flaps too or they'll just blow away from the gap, & it'll rain inside anyway... Did you ever explore front mudgards? I'm not sure if you've left room to just mount some ( probably front wheel ) big mudgards or if it'd need some bending. I'm very impressed with the detailing in general. Are there any rules about sail-powered cars, btw?

[@charcoal386]

Saw you on tv. Great

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

Was that on the Today show? I heard about that

[@charcoal386]

@@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299 i think so but im not sure. I was browsing on my tablet and it cought my eye on the tv

[@ronaldmartin7892]

Ingenious. Could the screen have swivel side rain deflectors to avoid rain flowing in?

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

Yes, that could work too...

[@karllautman]

Maybe a linear seal for the bottom of the windscreen to protect the wrap and keep water from being blown in?

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

good idea

[@totherarf]

A Deerstalker! Now That is Genius! ;o) I am joking (about the deerstalker .... not the genius). ........... And try RainX for your window. Just make sure it is spotless before you apply otherwise you will be cursing it!

[@ferguscosgrave7510]

Nice

[@michaelkolano8686]

honestly, i think the roof makes it look more "car like". especially the turn of the century style car, that i think may have been intended at some point

[@MrDaveDodd]

How wonderful!

[@miniphase]

Superb! This has been such an enjoyable series. I wonder (if you wanted to get really fancy) you could build a little windscreen wiper into the front screen with a fly lead to a battery outlet?

[@glowytheglowbug]

adorable! very cool design :D

[@Rebar77_real]

You'll need a wiper now, heh heh. Nice work!

[@wabash1581]

It looks good with that roof!

[@Mostafa-vs8bd]

Hi Add fender for rear and front wheel for mid and water splashing and brake light and reflector tape for better visibility at night

[@Mostafa-vs8bd]

Mud* I think brake light needed for road legally You can use bicycle fender

[@wayoutwest-workshopstuff6299]

a brake light is not legally necessary - only a back light. Yes, a fender is possible but not easy, or essential, so I'll leave that out of the plans