G'Day Graham, There was quite a long thread on those uprights over on OzClubbies some time back. Apart from the lighter unsprung weight I can't see any benefit...
G'Day Graham, I suspect they fail because there's not much bulk about them stress into them in use in a material that needs the bulk to give similar strength...
Hi Mike, But what would a Legends racer weigh? Although they certainly do stand up to the pounding they get, I would have to think that one of these would...
G'Day Peter, Nice to see you post. I would think the Legends are a bit lighter than a 7 as well, as they're about a 5/8 scale to a full size car. I just...
Dear Chris, I have just noticed your message on the fitting of 1ZZFE and 2ZZGE engines. My son and I are just about to hang two of the 2ZZGE engines in our...
G'day Stewart, Have a look at my photobucket ( Suthol ) from memory there are heaps of pics in there of how I mounted my 1ZZFE using the power steering and...
Anybody had experience importing a Quaife LSD diff from the UK? A mate needs one for his Mk 1 Cortina (English axle) He's happy with the price from Rally...
Unfinished 'book chassis' project wanted for genuine cash buyer in the Brisbane area. Live axle configuration. May be interested in a + 50mm chassis but not a...
Hi, I have a chassis in the sort of configuration you are after that I bought when I was getting started. This is flat and basically book. However, I live in...
Hi there I was wondering if anyone has any pictures or diagrams that show how to set up their chassis for the Torsion and Beaming test. It is probably...
G'Day Cameron, E-mail me direct for a chat re torsion & Beaming setups. mikes7@internodedotondotnet usual applies put the . in the right place Regards, Mike. ...
Hi Guys. We are only new to the site and are finding some interesting information and ideas. Whilst we do not yet have vehicle we are keen to get into a basic...
Hi PG, I tried the number below and got a Dennis. He wasn't able to speak as was going into court! Is that the right number to call? Cheers Rob ... From: roll...
Apologies to everyone. Please disregard last email. Wrong recipient, wrong number and wrong list. I really need to get some rest before reading and sending...
G'day all! I'm new, to this group, and to building a Locost. I've become very interested in building a locost in recent weeks, and have begun research into all...
Good luck. For a V8 build, you are looking at heaps of $$$$$$$$$$$$$$. Especially if building in QLD. You can get the ADR's straight of the net that is a ...
You will have to severely butcher and compromise a book chassis to get a Rover anywhere near it but you won't have a hope of getting it registered either from...
... <lescanfield@...> wrote: ... net. You ... tube to ... down this ... Thanks Les, I'm in Toowoomba. I'd love to get in contact with any local builders. I've...
Pop over to www.oz_clubbies.com join the forum, introduce yourself and ask the same questions again. This email list is mirrored there and guys have been...
Samuel, a V8 wide body clubbie won't weigh 500kg - most 4 cylinders being built in Australia these days are creeping towards 700 kilos, as builders go for...
Sam, If you haven't already, get someone to take you for a spin in a 4cl clubby, i think you will agree immediately that you don't need any more power. As...
Just to let everyone know that a Locost managed to take out the class win for Clubmans in the Vic championship. The car is built to book specs, with a 1600cc...
For sale; 5 Escort/Cortina Globe mag wheels {4 X 108 PCD}. Similar to wheels in this link; http://www.sarkiesparkingspace.co.uk/images/whghia.jpg Wheels...
The Ararat car club has resurected their hill climb with an event on the 15th and 16th of November. Just wondering if anyone is bring a clubman to it. Mine is...