... I tried to explain this effect to my scrappy who wanted to know why in the world I would want to build a car with A-arms and deal with bump steer when he...
... Alex, I posted a sketch in the photos is this close to what you're doing? http://photos.groups.yahoo.com/group/locost_theory/vwp?.dir=/Cushing&. ...
Hey George, yes it's similar although that picture has a few tubes missing from the already skimpy lotus design. mines similar but a lot stronger especially...
... Thanks Alex, I didn't attempt all the front tubes, too much detail at this scale, and as you say, a good place to deviate from the original. Left out the ...
That is a nice series II frame, but you need some floor and transmission support tubes to make it strong. Look at the pictures of the jig that I sent you. Esko...
... Yes, it's a starting point. I want to work on transmitting impact forces from the front to a central backbone as well. The trick is to mount the engine and...
Look at Tony Weales' book, if you have it, on page 77 he shows the Caterham de Dion frame lower engine bay layout. It has some built in crumple zones to absorb...
... Too true. I believe Pete Lovely fitted the Cosworth DFV from his 49 into his 69. It wasn't successfull. Also the 69 was a multi formula car, they could be...
Hi, I am planning to build a Locost this summer. I plan to buy the chassis (wanna get it on the road this year), but need some help with finding a suitable...
Hi Nathan, Have you tried the Locost_North_America list? While someone here might be able to help you, I'm positive the guys on Locost_NA would be in the best...
Last month Road&Track tested a Caterham Seven. This month they feature another light cheap build your own sportscar. Check out the magazine (or follow this...
Hi. I'm new on this list. I'm just starting a Locost. I'm a fairly capable guy with good fabrication skills and lots of exposure to sports cars, motorcycles ...
"Stevenson & Co" have entirely more fun than it should be legally allowed... I am just jealous that's all... I wonder if they will consider a Morgan.... Tony...
Hello. I am also new to the group. Living in the "salt belt" of upstate New York, finding a rear wheel drive donor has been very difficult. I am wondering...
Hi Bob, Welcome. Sounds interesting, though I wonder if there is room back there for a whole transaxle. I guess that would depend on what size chassis you are...
Hi Jerry, You might want to cut and paste this message to the Locost North America, or The Main Locost Builders Page. It will get more views and feedback...
... inch diameter round .058 wall chrome moly Jerry, Well, if your comfortable with and have it on hand then use it. Lotus cars used bothe round and square ...
I have toyed with this idea on and off. My plan was to use an air cooled bug engine upfront with a later bus bell housing. For the transaxle I would also a...
Question: Has anyone played with the idea of making a Lotus 340R replica? Has anyone drawn plans? Do you know of any commercial company that has it or is...
An MGB is a viable option for a single donor...check out Ken Walton's car in the files section of the North America list...also, if you go this route, the...
Check: http://www.340r.net/ It maybe a bit of an acquired taste. I doubt anyone is going to try to replicate it as a kit. That would be an invitation to go...
But as we have seen with the cars we are building, it only takes fairly minor changes to sidestep these court appearances. But I think you are right, not a...
... train like is in the new Corvette and the Prowler? What I am referring to is basically a front wheel drive train in which the engine is in the normal RWD...
Thanks George. Good information. And excellent website by the way. Quick and dirty? Much cleaner and better layout than most. And Great information. I'll try...
I wasn't familiar with this model either, but a bit of web searching turned up the following: http://www.jackals-forge.com/lotus/340r/340r.mov Dear God. That's...
The lotus 340R is the main insperation for my mid-engined car I like lotus am using a Rover k-series engine 1.4 16v turbo (aftermarket turbo) rather than the...
... Tony, Car & Driver arrived today. Says you'll be able to buy a federalized Elise in 2003 for a mere $39K. Probably be coming in with the Saturn SL2 alloy...
... Jerry, Might have something to do with the fact that the engine design was licensed from American Motors and it sold in Europe as a VW like the 914. ===== ...
