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4280
There "could" be a step one for everybody. Let talk about the real first tep and thats how do you spend your money. Make a list of the parts/materials you need...
redearthbonsai
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Jul 1, 2008
2:00 pm
4281
I've been thinking of what to write as an answer to this post. Its so subjective, that I don't think you can have a test that says; if you pass these...
Michael
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Jul 1, 2008
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4282
I've spent many hours reading e-mails about plans. Their not simple nor do they contain every little detail. But Having an old set of the original urba...
James Smith
purplesmurffjps
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Jul 1, 2008
6:37 pm
4283
I built a fiberglass on wood kayak and the D?D from CLC Boats was very informative on the steps to preparing the surface, placing fiberglass and applying the...
Pat McCotter
goin_veg
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Jul 1, 2008
7:29 pm
4284
I just found the xr3 and am intrigued. A couple of questions have come up in my mind, however. Are provisions made for heating and ac, and can the canopy be...
quickstartjitterbug
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Jul 1, 2008
7:39 pm
4285
Quoted with permission... Tom, Suspension alignment procedures (it's fully-adjustable) and electronic control details will show up on the update site. The...
e_recon
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Jul 1, 2008
9:46 pm
4286
Thanks Pat. I may buy this video. I've thought seriously about making the outside skin of the body fiberglass over wood. Tom P ... very ... fun....
e_recon
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Jul 1, 2008
9:50 pm
4287
AC isn't there, and is difficult to ad. Do a search on the board for AC and you'll find dozens of posts addressing the problems. Adding heat shouldn't be...
e_recon
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Jul 1, 2008
9:53 pm
4288
sure it can, just let us know what you come up with, then we will all know how its done. this build wil require a lot of you coming up with ways to make it the...
Randy Eckert
redearthbonsai
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Jul 1, 2008
10:36 pm
4289
sure it can, just let us know what you come up with, then we will all know how its done. this build wil require a lot of you coming up with ways to make it the...
Randy Eckert
redearthbonsai
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Jul 1, 2008
10:36 pm
4290
Here are some air-cooled engines under development in three power configurations: 13.5 hp, 40 hp, and 325 hp. How does 40 hp for under 40 pounds of weight...
mlshank59
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Jul 1, 2008
11:47 pm
4291
...One in every crowd? TAG---YOU'RE IT! Rarely have I seen such an obvious case of jealousy rearing it's ugly head...(actually, I think this group has...
Greg
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Jul 2, 2008
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4292
Hi Tom, Is the implication that we will receive an email containing the appropriate web address once updates are available on the "update site"? Thanks, Cal...
xr_minion
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Jul 2, 2008
1:11 pm
4293
I think the answer is yes. This is mentioned in the XR3 FAQ: "When your order was prepared for shipment, you were automatically subscribed to an in-house...
edhollow
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Jul 2, 2008
1:30 pm
4294
... Yes. Obviously if you're sure they've got the wrong email address you should email and make a correction. Tom ... protected ... site"?...
e_recon
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Jul 2, 2008
3:34 pm
4295
I received the email today and it appears the oversites I was questioning, concerns, etc... are recognized by Riley and will be accounted for in future...
robertmickla
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Jul 2, 2008
3:53 pm
4296
The best known video for the techniques used in foam/fiberglass construction is called "Building Rutan Composites". This was a quick-n-dirty video by Rutan to...
neils93940
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Jul 2, 2008
4:58 pm
4297
Hello everybody, I am trying to figure out a good electric motor and battery package. The motor requirements for me are; powerful enough for freeway speeds. I...
Hedge Macgregor
dugdru
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Jul 2, 2008
5:21 pm
4298
It sounds like you are ready to go. So when you do start 'production', put up some pics so the rest of us who can't start right now can enjoy the project. I...
Hedge Macgregor
dugdru
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Jul 2, 2008
5:25 pm
4299
Hi Doug. I plan on using the same motor (Impulse 9 actually) along with a Zilla Z1K-LV controller. I picked this controller cuz it is rated up to 156 volts,...
Vic
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Jul 2, 2008
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4300
James Smith Rt 1, 1383-U Golden, Mo 65658 To: xr3car@...: dknox@...: Tue, 1 Jul 2008 19:39:00 +0000Subject: [xr3car] How about...
James Smith
purplesmurffjps
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Jul 2, 2008
5:45 pm
4301
I ordered the required steel to start on the Forward assembly. Once it comes in, it will be cut, and I'll organize jigs/spacers as needed. I don't have any...
Vic
vrod_2000
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Jul 2, 2008
5:45 pm
4302
Didn't Mr. Riley already do this? At least the alternative class. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automotive_X_Prize...
Hedge Macgregor
dugdru
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Jul 2, 2008
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4303
I don't think Kit's count. It must be I think Turn-key...
Joe
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Jul 2, 2008
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4304
Greetings everyone. I have spent some time today wondering through the electric car conversion web sites and all I can find that are used are DC motors. Here...
bonewibb
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Jul 2, 2008
7:39 pm
4305
Great Vic! May I ask; Did you order the water-jet cut parts from Riley's recommended vendor? Or from somewhere else? Cal...
xr_minion
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Jul 2, 2008
9:48 pm
4306
Here is another site that has been selling AC motors and controllers for quite awhile: http://www.metricmind.com/ <http://www.metricmind.com/> Cal...
xr_minion
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Jul 2, 2008
9:56 pm
4307
Neither, actually. I ordered the 2x3 and 1x2 rectangular tubing and also the 2" tubing. I figured that I should get those welded first, then proceed with the...
Vic
vrod_2000
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Jul 2, 2008
10:04 pm
4308
If all they use is DC why not use DC? AC just means you have to take DC battery storage and turn it into AC the have a even more high tec controler to change...
Randy Eckert
redearthbonsai
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Jul 2, 2008
10:06 pm
4309
Browse this site. Has a wonderful search engine for various components. http://www.evalbum.com/mtrtp/AC3P It's nice to see what other's have done prior....
Vic
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