... From: Wally <wally@...> To: Locost Theory <Locost_Theory@onelist.com> Date: Monday, December 13, 1999 9:49 PM Subject: [Locost_Theory] Posing...
Wally
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Dec 13, 1999 10:01 pm
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Hi Randy. ... My pleasure - I do this sort of thing for a hobby. :) Wally...
Wally
wally@xxxx.xx.xxx
Dec 13, 1999 9:58 pm
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... More than mere theory - it's really working. :) Wally...
Wally
wally@xxxx.xx.xxx
Dec 13, 1999 9:56 pm
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That sounds encouraging. The Saab has the same large 4-1/2" bolt pattern as RWD Toyota so that jives well with the wheels that I already have. Since I will...
Howard, Randolph E
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Dec 13, 1999 9:50 pm
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Hi All. This is a repost for the benefit of the 20-odd folks who have subscribed since the last posting. Will probably post this fairly frequently until things...
Wally
wally@xxxx.xx.xxx
Dec 13, 1999 9:53 pm
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BMW had a design study, using the 4 cylinder motorbike engine bolted up to a normal car gearbox, it was in CCC (I think, I'll try and find the issue at home,...
Cook, Nigel
Nigel_Cook@xxxx.xxxx
Dec 13, 1999 9:39 pm
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Hmm, I am not sure I understand the question. Just the hub will be made from aluminum. The stock cast hub and cast calipers are the two heaviest bits of the...
Howard, Randolph E
randolph.e.howard@...
Dec 13, 1999 9:40 pm
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I used Saab 99 rear discs on my Davrian front and rear they are about 10.25 or 10.4 dia (they just fit inside a 13 inch alloy wheel) --- very good discs can...
Andrew W. MacFadyen
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Dec 13, 1999 9:41 pm
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I'll look at my Moss Spitfire parts/price guide tonight and post any questions tomorrow, I can't remember the specifics of the spitfire setup. Thanks Nigel...
Cook, Nigel
Nigel_Cook@...
Dec 13, 1999 9:28 pm
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How about an exposed tubular frame car for summer driving and detachable body panels for the winter, or as the mood takes you. I like the Lotus Elise and the...
Jivan Child
jivtel@...
Dec 13, 1999 9:29 pm
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Just the hub or do you mean the whole steering upright ? Herald/Spitfire/Vitesse/GT6 uprights come in a few different varietys -- not counting the Lotus...
Andrew W. MacFadyen
awm@...
Dec 13, 1999 9:25 pm
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So if we were to design a car (we'll ignore the drive train choice for the moment) what is the list of priorities ??. I'd like zero pedal offset (the pedals on...
Cook, Nigel
Nigel_Cook@...
Dec 13, 1999 9:04 pm
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The Wilwood calipers you mean? They are not a direct bolt on because of the bolt spacing and offset but can be fairly easily fitted with the use of an...
Howard, Randolph E
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Dec 13, 1999 7:48 pm
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I had one in the Uk for a year or so , real fun to drive... Had the normal fuel problem when hot. The original car was designed for Californian crash tests...
Cook, Nigel
Nigel_Cook@xxxx.xxxx
Dec 13, 1999 7:46 pm
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What kinda work is required to use these ?? Thanks Nigel Cook Sr. Systems Consultant (972) 652 2934 nigel_cook@... God grant me the Serenity to accept the...
Cook, Nigel
Nigel_Cook@xxxx.xxxx
Dec 13, 1999 7:39 pm
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Seems like Grassroots Motorsports Magazine ran an article on economical and sporty mid-engined cars last year. The Fiat X-19 did amazingly well even against...
Howard, Randolph E
randolph.e.howard@xxx...
Dec 13, 1999 7:37 pm
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Hi everyone, Thanks for stepping up to the task Wally. I look forward to some great technical exchanges on this new site and hope people bring some good food ...
randolph.e.howard@xxx...
Dec 13, 1999 7:33 pm
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The Fiat X1/9 would also work as a donor for a mid engined locost. Thanks Nigel Cook Sr. Systems Consultant (972) 652 2934 nigel_cook@... God grant me the...
Cook, Nigel
Nigel_Cook@xxxx.xxxx
Dec 13, 1999 7:31 pm
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Did anyone else see the Ariel Atom, in Dec. issue of Cars & Car Conversions, looks even more minimalist than the Locost. I am thinking about building a...
jivtel@xxxxx.xxxxxxxx...
jivtel@xxxxx.xxxxxxxx...
Dec 13, 1999 6:20 pm
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this going to turn into a long running thread :-) ... From: Ed <edco@...> To: Locost_Theory@onelist.com <Locost_Theory@onelist.com> Date: 13 December 1999...
Andrew W. MacFadyen
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Dec 13, 1999 4:39 pm
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Test ( Theoretically speaking ) Thank-you / ED EdCo@......
Ed
edco@xxxx.xxxx
Dec 13, 1999 4:09 pm
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Just went out and checked the dimensions of my Locost, almost exactly same as your MR2. Very interesting. Jivan....
jivtel@xxxxx.xxxxxxxx...
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Dec 13, 1999 1:39 am
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Thanks Ken....
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jivtel@xxxxx.xxxxxxxx...
Dec 13, 1999 1:26 am
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Hi Jivan, I paid Can$1200 in need of some TLC although a good one will quickly fetch $5000. I had been looking for one for a while and bought it sight unseen...
Ken Langston
klangston@xxxx.xxxx
Dec 13, 1999 1:15 am
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Hello all, I'm looking forward to the new list and a continuation of the technical discussions from the other. Welcome to all of you fellow techies and speed...
cjshaw
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Dec 13, 1999 2:49 am
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Ken, if you don't mind me asking how much did you pay for the 86 MR2. Also if its not too much trouble could you tell me the dimensions of the wheelbase, track...
jivtel@xxxxx.xxxxxxxx...
jivtel@xxxxx.xxxxxxxx...
Dec 12, 1999 8:31 pm
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Hi Jivan, I have an 86 MR2 which I picked up last week as a donar for my front engined locost, used like this, I need to replace the manifolds with those...
Ken Langston
klangston@xxxx.xxxx
Dec 12, 1999 8:20 pm
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I have a number of questions related to using the Toyota MR2 as a complete donor vehicle, while keeping the same mechanical layout. I am not very familiar with...
jivtel@xxxxx.xxxxxxxx...
jivtel@xxxxx.xxxxxxxx...
Dec 12, 1999 7:32 pm
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Hi All. Some guidelines for use of the Locost_Theory list.. Etiquette ... Please type in a friendly manner - try not to be too annoying, and don't be too...
Wally
wally@xxxx.xx.xxx
Dec 12, 1999 6:44 pm
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Greetings All. This is a short test, and a welcome to those who have already subscribed! Wally...
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