Hello,
My name is Dave Gibbs. I've been lurking here for a few months now, so I figured I should join. I'm a
retired tool and die maker with over thirty years of experience. I worked for a leading bearing
manufacturer for 30 years. For my last 10 years of employment I worked in what we called the
Model Shop. We made all the prototypes and lab tooling to test these prototypes. I have about 8
years experience running and programming a Mazak 4 axis machining center. I've worked with some
older tool makers that were just mind boggling in what they make. Being involved in this atmosphere
has really helped me in my hobbies,( model engine building, rifle building, and drag racing). The models
I like to build mostly are my own scatchbuilt, although I have built hit@miss casting kits, a Lee Hodgden
9 cylinder radial which I have displayed at the Names expo and Cabin Fever. Presently, I have just finished
a 1/2 scale John Deere E. My next engine will probably be a gearless of my own design. I try to keep
plenty busy during the winter months working in my shop. I don't normally spend much time in the
summer in my shop but it has been known to happen. I hope this has been enough info and I'm
looking forward to spending more time on this board. Thank you.
My name is Dave Gibbs. I've been lurking here for a few months now, so I figured I should join. I'm a
retired tool and die maker with over thirty years of experience. I worked for a leading bearing
manufacturer for 30 years. For my last 10 years of employment I worked in what we called the
Model Shop. We made all the prototypes and lab tooling to test these prototypes. I have about 8
years experience running and programming a Mazak 4 axis machining center. I've worked with some
older tool makers that were just mind boggling in what they make. Being involved in this atmosphere
has really helped me in my hobbies,( model engine building, rifle building, and drag racing). The models
I like to build mostly are my own scatchbuilt, although I have built hit@miss casting kits, a Lee Hodgden
9 cylinder radial which I have displayed at the Names expo and Cabin Fever. Presently, I have just finished
a 1/2 scale John Deere E. My next engine will probably be a gearless of my own design. I try to keep
plenty busy during the winter months working in my shop. I don't normally spend much time in the
summer in my shop but it has been known to happen. I hope this has been enough info and I'm
looking forward to spending more time on this board. Thank you.
