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... in ... I e-mailed Mr Riley about this some time ago. His Reply: George, Those kinds of things will probably have to wait a while. Right now I'm...
george.desantis
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Apr 1, 2008
1:22 pm
2979
Yesterday I received email notification that my credit card was being billed. Advance order plans are to be shipped between May 1 and May 15. I looked the...
e_recon
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Apr 1, 2008
4:51 pm
2980
Nice stuff, Tom. I'm guessing we actually get better views through the higher windshield too. Maybe I could fold all 6 foot 3 of me inside your modifications....
e_recon
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Apr 1, 2008
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2981
Another windshield possibility might be the GM Lumina apv van from the early '90s (looked like a space ship) also Pontiac and olds were the same. these would...
Greg
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Apr 1, 2008
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2982
Hey Alex, I too plan on using bucket seats. I like the idea of a pass-thru to the cargo area, I would still have an outside door. Along with a clear glass...
Greg
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Apr 1, 2008
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2983
This does bring up something I haven't seen directly addressed yet. What is the realistic maximum height for a driver of this car? At 6'6" I realize I am not...
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janosvk
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Apr 1, 2008
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Here's the url for Riley's FAQ on the XR3 http://www.rqriley.com/xr3_faq.htm In response to one of the queries, Riley says the automobile was designed for...
e_recon
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Apr 1, 2008
6:28 pm
2985
Enter your vote today! A new poll has been created for the xr3car group: If you're over 6 feet, you're too tall for the XR3 as designed according to Riley....
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Apr 1, 2008
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2986
http://www.skidaddysprojectscom.com/ Have a look at what you can do with out plans, seams to me you do what you like or want with any part you want. The body...
Randy Eckert
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Apr 1, 2008
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2987
I don't know the answer to this, but are you saying that you can take a replacement window from a auto, and cut it to shape? I really didn't know you could...
Scott- Iron Design
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Apr 1, 2008
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2988
Yes, it can be done by Sanders Reproduction Glass. I just got this message from them in response to the same question re: trimming existing curved ...
Richard OBrien
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Apr 1, 2008
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I know I pointed this out once before with the concerns of head room, considering I am 6 foot 6 inches tall. if you look at the development photos of the XR3...
Joe Klingler
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Apr 2, 2008
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2990
This has been mentioned before and frankly I don't get it. How does removing what appears to be seat cushions attached directly to the fiberglass "floor" of...
Aaron Davenport
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Apr 2, 2008
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2991
Kurtis for other plans built trikes go to www.reversetrike.com and look under plans built trikes. Jeff http://www.reversetrike.com/ ... plans out on the...
Jeff
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Apr 2, 2008
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2992
Sweet! I think it feels like when you are starving and finally can see the waiter walking to your table with your dinner! On the other hand, bank invoice #1...
Alexander Lopez
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Apr 2, 2008
4:34 pm
2993
Well, I have to tell you did a very good job with the pictures! I started drawing modifications myself, but I prefer to use the pencil. I've found that the...
Alexander Lopez
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Apr 2, 2008
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2994
... How cool would it be to have a custom built trailer for your Amp ... OMG! I've never thought about it. With the kind of backbone chassis the XR-3 has, it's...
Alexander Lopez
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Apr 2, 2008
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2995
what I am talking about is removing the built in seat from the plan and having a flat floor from the firewall to the rear bulkhead. This simple modification...
Joe Klingler
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Apr 2, 2008
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2996
Im new to this group so I may be repeating, Has anyone considered lowering the pan instead of raising the roof? Like they do on kit cars, VW's etc? _____ From:...
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Apr 2, 2008
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2997
Thanks for the run down. I didn't realize the formed seat came up that high. Sounds like a flat floor with mount points for seat rails glassed in would be a...
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aaron.davenport
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Apr 3, 2008
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2998
It occurs to me that this is another question that might be best addressed on the board for Riley's last vehicle, the Trimagnum. This seat came from that car....
e_recon
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Apr 3, 2008
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I've just made an album under the 'photos' section called 'interior ideas' so we can share some influences about the cabin design. All forum members can post...
Alexander Lopez
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Apr 3, 2008
12:33 am
3000
Welcome to the forum! The plans are almost ready for shipment, it seems some of our members will receive thier plans within weeks. While I haven't bought any...
Alexander Lopez
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Apr 3, 2008
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3001
Hi All, It occurred to me that you could use a small rotary engine in the rear with a centrifugal clutch setup (low vibration and compact) and put a a heavy...
Matt
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Apr 3, 2008
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Good luck with that redesign! Matt <grn_forge@...> wrote: Hi All, It occurred to me that you could use a small rotary engine...
Randy Eckert
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Apr 3, 2008
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3003
Check out the rotary engines I put on the links page :-) These engines can burn ethanol and achieve super low emmission standards. --- On Wed, 4/2/08, Randy...
Matt Yoder
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Apr 3, 2008
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Have you found efficiency (gallons per HP-HR) or emissions info on the Rotamax? I looked at the Freedom motor previously, and other than not being available to...
Aaron Davenport
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Apr 3, 2008
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Interesting that you posted some photos of our old show car from 2005 - I was just going to do that myself! I, too, am interested in seeing how much room the...
James Espey
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Apr 3, 2008
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... Well I can live with a week late if that's all there is. As I recall way back when we began this forum Riley was predicting shipment within 6 months. ...
e_recon
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Apr 3, 2008
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3007
http://www.moller.com/rpperformance.htm Visit this link for performance of rotamax rotary engines. One nice thing about the rotaries is that they are extremely...
Matt Yoder
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