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I'm not into such things, but I noticed 2 RX8 motors for sale in the (Queensland) Trading Post today (must be a few wrapped around trees). Mazda RX8 Engine...
Simon, And how far was that? What are you using for a differential? Was your crank shaft on the centerline? TIA ===== Geo. Cushing, Delanson, NY, US ...
I've been for a spin in the RX8, and though I personally believe it to be ugly as sin, they sure goe hard. Awesome handling. The great thing is that climbing...
They would be awesome, but as far as I know the engine management is quite heavily integrated with traction and stability control systems. So pulling one out...
If you could retain the traction and stability control, that would be one hell of a locost. The stability and traction control on the RX8 works rather well.......
Som I need your email address of list can you send to pjbezett@... Peter P3-7 ... From: flakzors To: Locost_Oz@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, June 29,...
Subject: New Yahoo Group - Open Design Engine Project (ODEP) Hi folks, I started a new group on Yahoo Groups that is dedicated to the development of complete...
I've been staring at my motor and am quite aprehensive about commiting to its final position. The problem is that the intake plenum, and particularily the...
Hi David We used the 20v and moved the engine towards the passanger side 50mm from centre. Try and avoid changing the plemum chamber.I have seen the inlet...
Hi all has anyone some info on the beaming test I have seen the info from QLD Transport but it does not give any real detail on how to go about the test. I can...
Support the chassis front and rear and then put 8 1/2 Besser blocks in each seating position ( 136 kg= 2 "standard" people) and measure the deflection loaded...
hi David, I have a 20v in a standard width Locost frame. I put the eng/box in place and then moved it up/down/fore/aft/left/right to balance the clearance...
Where in Brisbane can one source seamless tube in the quantities required for a locost, easily? I am aware that it will be more than likely be from the...
George, The back of the head only has a small gap to the firewall. The engine is offset to the left by 50mm, with the gear stick dead centre, feeding into a ...
Gday all, There has been a bit of talk lately on and off list ( particularly in Brisbane) about materials and parts for front suspension/trailing arms etc.. So...
Simon wrote: George, The back of the head only has a small gap to the firewall. The engine is offset to the left by 50mm, with the gear stick dead centre,...
Hi P G Brisbane steel supplies will sell you tube by the metre they are at Slacks Creek 3808 5903 and Capalaba 33901002 I go to Capalaba. Competitive prices,...
I get mine from Tubemakers/Onesteel (Eagle farm) or whatever they are called now, usually in 8mtr lengths....NO they won't cut to size. Or phone around the...
Hi Tyrone, Do you still have those 2 x W55 Gearboxes with the bellhousings on hand, if so I would be interested in purchasing them from you. I am on the Gold...
I'll have a look and post over the weekend, from memory they are an Escort part. Regards Dave King Suthol VII ... Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. ...
Has anyone used the front hubs from an Alfa junior for a locust yet? I have 2 of these and would like to use the hubs and diffs (LSD). Would like to know if...
The ball joint that I bought for the upper with MX-5 uprights is TE402R from PowerMax. This or it's female equivelant could also double for the tie rod end. ...
I am using a set of four Spax gas adjustable shocks. Was wondering if anyone has these and at what settings they have set the rebound and bump adjustments. I...
Front springs seem heavy unless they are laid at a fairly flat angel or you are a racer. Start at about 6-8 and work from there till you find your ride. I...
