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Forum: General chatter 15th August 2022, 18:00
Replies: 2
Views: 2,287
Posted By slickshod
DvLA woes

Hi lucky , thanks for the reply if i had known this before i stripped it out I would not have a problem ,i guess it is a case of live and learn ! the early cars were offered as kits , but when they...
Forum: General chatter 15th August 2022, 16:41
Replies: 2
Views: 2,287
Posted By slickshod
DLVA woes

Good afternoon chaps , i have been following the builds on this site for ages so decided to join in ! I am having problems registering my Kit , ( actually a Lotus Europa imported from the US )...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 9th October 2017, 10:33
Replies: 3,355
Views: 854,174
Posted By slickshod
patience of a saint

Hi Paul ,it's looking good after all the time and effort ! you could leave as it is and have that lived in look and patina , just like some of the 50's race cars at the Goodwood Revival ! or you can...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 5th November 2016, 18:07
Replies: 3,355
Views: 854,174
Posted By slickshod
Winter driving

Hi Paul ,sorry to read about your mishap with the 'Swordfish' , but you can still drive it and enjoy , a few years ago I had an Elan and really enjoyed those crisp winter mornings when i could go out...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 31st October 2016, 10:06
Replies: 15
Views: 8,034
Posted By slickshod
Welds Fracturing

Totally agree with the above ,stress due to heat is likely causing the brake especially in thin wall tube ,brazing or solid inserts at the weld will solve the issue ,good luck keep at it !
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 30th October 2016, 16:45
Replies: 15
Views: 8,034
Posted By slickshod
Hi Paul are they braking at the weld or across it...

Hi Paul are they braking at the weld or across it ? and what method of welding are you using ? could you mount them on rubber bushes to absorb any vibrations ,I had to use this method on a Westfield.
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 3rd September 2016, 17:51
Replies: 3,355
Views: 854,174
Posted By slickshod
Hi Paul ,top job looks brilliant ,enjoy the...

Hi Paul ,top job looks brilliant ,enjoy the journey !
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 14th August 2016, 18:52
Replies: 3,355
Views: 854,174
Posted By slickshod
Hi paul ,the car looks truly great a credit to...

Hi paul ,the car looks truly great a credit to you for all the hours you have put in ,Pete.
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 20th December 2015, 17:37
Replies: 3,355
Views: 854,174
Posted By slickshod
Persistance !

H Paul ,I have been following your build and your progress and for a novice ! you are doing a pretty good job ! keep up the good work ,Pete.
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 4th November 2015, 13:26
Replies: 164
Views: 56,195
Posted By slickshod
I have just sat and read the whole thread ,very...

I have just sat and read the whole thread ,very interesting great skills and innovative thinking ,keep up the good work ,can't wait for the next instalment !
Forum: General Build Chat 4th January 2015, 13:48
Replies: 1
Views: 4,293
Posted By slickshod
good advice

Hi Oliver ,have a look at uphillracers.com forum you will get lots of go advice !
Forum: Seven Style builds 17th October 2014, 11:32
Replies: 2
Views: 8,337
Posted By slickshod
Hi ,DW try looking on the WSCC Forum ,lots of...

Hi ,DW try looking on the WSCC Forum ,lots of info and yes it is an easy fix ,good luck
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 8th July 2014, 14:53
Replies: 4
Views: 2,441
Posted By slickshod
Hammy ,Rally Design / Demon Tweeks / Burtons all...

Hammy ,Rally Design / Demon Tweeks / Burtons all do the sleeves and collars ,
Forum: General Build Chat 26th June 2014, 12:46
Replies: 91
Views: 35,000
Posted By slickshod
Hi Hammy ,if it's your interpretation of the...

Hi Hammy ,if it's your interpretation of the Europa ,based on a modern , go for it ,it will only succeed if it looks proportionally right ! ,might look better based on the Type 62 .
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 27th May 2014, 13:39
Replies: 2,623
Views: 672,296
Posted By slickshod
The King of Cool

Hi Mr T, been following your superb build , Steve Mcqueen died of cancer !
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 7th May 2014, 18:13
Replies: 829
Views: 275,901
Posted By slickshod
Zenith carbs

Hi Swifty ,you can get the spares from Gower and Lee ,also Burlen fuel Systems ,I have used both recently for my 175 cd's , both places are very helpful.
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 20th February 2014, 17:50
Replies: 18
Views: 4,746
Posted By slickshod
Whats wrong ,I can't access the forum ,fatal...

Whats wrong ,I can't access the forum ,fatal error comes up !
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