I also agree... :) There is a splendid book about maintaining the Lotus 7 (the name of which escapes me at the moment). In that book he describes the sort of...
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James Hughes
jnahughes
Aug 1, 2003 7:57 am
For everyone's attention - changes to the List.... Since attachments are disabled that does not affect the list. The second change is to stop spammers, and...
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locost@yahoogroups.com
Aug 1, 2003 10:17 am
This file contains the posting guidelines, or "house rules" for the Locost mailing list. It is auto-posted once a month to the list, and is sent to new...
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Liam
bobabobadob
Aug 1, 2003 12:55 pm
I also also agree... I didn't catch the beginning - but i thought it specifically about worrying about your chassis rusting from the inside out if you have a...
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George Cushing
pinyachta
Aug 1, 2003 4:08 pm
Frans wrote: It is a HQ steel, "A Scuba tank is used at 200 or 300 Bar (Depending on type of tank) and in The Netherlands need to be tested every 4/5 year...
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stephen_gusterson
stephen_gust...
Aug 1, 2003 10:17 pm
James Even though you ban this kinda thing, it stays on the main site archive. I would suggest that you also delete it as it will just get mentioned moreso and...
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David Jenkins
d_w_jenkins
Aug 4, 2003 7:33 am
I think that was what I was saying! :) My point was that even the old Lotuses (Loti?) rarely rusted from the inside out, despite C.Chapman's total lack of...
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Russell Smithies
russellsmithies
Aug 4, 2003 8:14 am
EW tube is available pre-galvanized (electroplated, not dipped) so that may be the best idea if building new. Makes it a bugger to weld though :-( Russell...
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nigel_lyman
Aug 4, 2003 1:08 pm
Hi Folks, Am just in the process of fitting up my rear suspension etc. I am using standard Sierra stuff, (diff, un-altered drive shafts, brake discs, hub...
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nigel_lyman
Aug 4, 2003 1:08 pm
Hi Folks, Am just in the process of fitting up my rear suspension etc. I am using standard Sierra stuff, (diff, un-altered drive shafts, brake discs, hub...
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Wayne Evans
elewayne
Aug 4, 2003 2:17 pm
I've read where you have to be very careful welding coated tubing as the gasses can be quite bad for your health. It makes the welding job that much more...
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Marcus
marcusb_uk
Aug 4, 2003 7:38 pm
Honda Fireblade engine for sale removed from 24000 mile '94 bike after low speed drop (15mph on diesel covered roundabout)no damage to side casings. Clocks not...
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David Irvine
david_irvine_uk
Aug 5, 2003 10:20 am
Hi Guys, Going to buy some rose joints for the back axel, and it dawned on me I don't know how strong I need them? They seem to start at 2000kg and go up to...
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Les Newell
les_locost
Aug 5, 2003 6:18 pm
A switch on the handbrake is IMHO the best way to go. It is used in most production cars as well. Les...
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David Jenkins
d_w_jenkins
Aug 6, 2003 8:08 am
Premier Wiring (http://www.premierwiring.co.uk/) will sell you a simple little handbrake switch for 3.5 UKP that's easy to fit. Nice tough little device. ...
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Ant
antjallen
Aug 6, 2003 3:21 pm
Has anyone out there got any photos or plans for making side screens? I'm interested in making some with poly-carbinate windows, but I'm not sure how to join...
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stephen_gusterson
stephen_gust...
Aug 6, 2003 7:54 pm
the quality and loading of these joints varies widely by mfr and construction. they are also derated to 25% for shock loads Jon Ison on locostbuilders runs...
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Paul Phillips
coopaul
Aug 6, 2003 9:05 pm
You can also buy dustcovers for the joint, I would suggest you buy those as the joints will last a lot longer. You can also buy them with grease nipples built...
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Rick Hargraves
gazmanau1
Aug 7, 2003 10:07 am
The main problem with poly sheet is that is gives a reflection and is harder to see through. I can mail you a couple of pics of poly screens if you mail me off...
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George Cushing
pinyachta
Aug 7, 2003 4:15 pm
Mike wrote: Ant wrote: "Has anyone out there got any photos or plans for making side screens? I'm interested in making some with poly-carbinate windows, but...
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eskoa
opto_mech2000
Aug 7, 2003 6:49 pm
Tricky, I would like to have some of those pictures if you would send some to me. Thanks in advance, Esko ... From: Rick Hargraves...
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tegboyuk
Aug 7, 2003 10:38 pm
I am struggling with understanding exactly how the rear uprights are made as in the drawings in the files section. Has anyone got any photos or other drawings...
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rlrcomm
Aug 8, 2003 1:20 am
Does anyone know where i can get body panel plans or places to buy body panels & nose cones in the USA ?...
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Darren Ponton
darren_ponton
Aug 8, 2003 1:57 am
At last nights meeting of the Western Australian Locost Builders Group, we held a ballot to select a name to use when we incorporate into a club. I am pleased...
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Ken Howatson
howatsonk
Aug 8, 2003 2:36 am
Hi Rick I'ld like to have a look at that also. Ken...
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Jeff Loughridge
lokrij777
Aug 8, 2003 3:56 am
Here's a place to start... Don't think that they have body panel plans, but as for nose cones, fenders and body panels, try this url: ...
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Kay L. Malmquist
kaymalmquist
Aug 8, 2003 4:53 am
Me Too. Both side screen and roof (hood) Dave Loll ... From: "eskoa" <eskoa@...> To: <locost@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Thursday, August 07, 2003 4:29 PM ...
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erwe96
Aug 8, 2003 5:39 am
http://seven.dp-graphics.nl/upright.html This is how I made it...
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Davide Mora
d_mora
Aug 8, 2003 6:55 am
Me too! :) Davide ... __________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! SiteBuilder - Free, easy-to-use web site design software ...
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daren57
Aug 8, 2003 7:29 am
whats the best place to get my rear wings, im using 'standard' book escort axle, the lolocost one seems best suted to the sierra setup, also i could do with...
