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Post by knotthead on Jan 26, 2009 6:51:09 GMT -6
Getting away from a four wheeled car is a "stretch" for this old farte. Here's my first three wheeler as allowed by the "new" stock rules (thanks Lucky13) Still in the construction stage, so maybe in March it'll be ready to roll Later... Lee
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Post by Lucky 13 on Jan 26, 2009 21:37:13 GMT -6
That is one cool design Lee !! I cannot wait to see the finished product !! What did you use for the "flipper" ? Lucky 13
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Post by knotthead on Jan 27, 2009 5:46:09 GMT -6
I've become a fan of 1/64" plywood!! I cut a strip of the stuff, soaked it in boiling water for about two minutes so that it would bend easily, then wrapped it around a 1/4" drill bit, clamped the ends together, then let it dry over night. Next day, I had a nice curved out-rigger. Biggest hurdle was cutting/fitting it to meet the min./max. width requirements Later... Lee
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Post by beakerboysracing on Jan 27, 2009 6:54:04 GMT -6
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Post by Mayhem Miller on Jan 29, 2009 15:56:00 GMT -6
Your car makes my current build look like Rosanne Arnold....
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Post by Lucky 13 on Jan 29, 2009 23:17:53 GMT -6
Lee, Very cool idea for the front "flipper" !! Any updates on the car ?
Lucky 13
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Post by roosclan on Jan 29, 2009 23:23:55 GMT -6
Holy moly! And here I am just now toying with plexiglass for a guide pin (I think our district allows them...), and you've moved to custom shape plywood. My hat's off to you, sir!
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Post by knotthead on Jan 31, 2009 11:41:24 GMT -6
Thanks for the comments, gents. Here's a couple of pics as the car will be raced. The body work has advanced to the point where the wood can be sealed/blocked prior to primer You'll notice the addition of a chin mount. With the nose being off-set, the starting pin would not be at the the nose tip, but more towards the center, whch would allow the nose tip to be slightly more forward, although by a small amount. So instead of taking a chance with a rule infraction, the chin mount will make all parts of the car's nose equal Later... Lee
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Post by Mr. Slick on Feb 1, 2009 16:45:05 GMT -6
Looks nice with the chin. Yeah, sort of gives it a "Leno-esque" look. too much late night for me.
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Post by knotthead on Feb 11, 2009 9:03:16 GMT -6
Well, it's finally painted (black garnet mica). Gonna call it Wild Willy will get better pics when it dries (I have the day off, and Momma's at work, so..... have paint will shoot ;D) Later... Lee
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Post by Derby Monkey on Feb 11, 2009 11:10:57 GMT -6
That is a great car!!!
Also, I like your paint jig. I might have to build me one now.
:-*Steve
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Post by knotthead on Feb 11, 2009 11:33:30 GMT -6
Thank you, sir the paint stand is just an inexpensive Lazy Susan and 4 6" shelving brackets with the end holes cut open to form a "V" Lee
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Post by roosclan on Feb 11, 2009 11:58:57 GMT -6
Well, it's finally painted (black garnet mica). Gonna call it Wild Willy will get better pics when it dries (I have the day off, and Momma's at work, so..... have paint will shoot ;D) Later... Lee Absotively rockin'! Is that Duplicolor, or some automotive paint?
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Post by knotthead on Feb 11, 2009 13:11:54 GMT -6
Being an auto tech for a Toyota dealership, I get to see a lot of neat colors that Toyota uses. When I work on one that has a nice shade, I get the paint code from the VIN plate. There is a local auto parts store (not a chain store) that can put the paint into a rattle can for me. So, to answer your question, it's an auto paint. The only (?) drawback is that it REALLY stinks, and will give you a nasty headache if you paint in the basement (I don't know what THAT smell is, Honey, honest)and don't have a good amount of ventilation. After it's cured for a couple of days, I'll block it, apply graphics, then clear coat it with Testers clear, then let it sit for a day or two before testing/racing. I love to build these little monsters. Each one has its' own personality, and none are rushed. 'Ol Willy should be ready for the March race
Later...
Lee
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Post by roosclan on Feb 12, 2009 0:20:38 GMT -6
Being an auto tech for a Toyota dealership, I get to see a lot of neat colors that Toyota uses. When I work on one that has a nice shade, I get the paint code from the VIN plate. There is a local auto parts store (not a chain store) that can put the paint into a rattle can for me. So, to answer your question, it's an auto paint. <snip> 'Ol Willy should be ready for the March race Later... Lee Ah! Insider information like that is always a plus. The only problem with your car that I see is that my boys might have to race against it!
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