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Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds

14th October 2021, 16:37

Replies: 165

Marlin Roadster (Re)Build

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Posted By Lucky@LeMans

Good tip ! I usually put a blob of paint onto...

Good tip ! I usually put a blob of paint onto each wheel stud and fit the wheel. Remove it again and check for paint on the back of the wheel.

Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds

20th April 2021, 08:50

Replies: 165

Marlin Roadster (Re)Build

Views: 105,947

Posted By Lucky@LeMans

Have you thought about making an ash frame and...

Have you thought about making an ash frame and skinning with aluminium ? The coach builders method from years ago. The trouble with ply is that it will twist and distort if its hung on its side as a...

Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds

5th March 2021, 17:30

Replies: 165

Marlin Roadster (Re)Build

Views: 105,947

Posted By Lucky@LeMans

Have you considered powder coating the chassis ?...

Have you considered powder coating the chassis ? Very cost effective and the finish will be like new. I recently had my Scimitar chassis done which is bigger and more complex, it only cost £250...

Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds

26th February 2021, 07:59

Replies: 165

Marlin Roadster (Re)Build

Views: 105,947

Posted By Lucky@LeMans

The car designers had a massive parts bin to...

The car designers had a massive parts bin to chose from. Think how many marques fell under the "Leyland" banner in the end.

Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds

23rd January 2021, 16:55

Replies: 165

Marlin Roadster (Re)Build

Views: 105,947

Posted By Lucky@LeMans

I've used Davids 182 primer on GRP and had no...

I've used Davids 182 primer on GRP and had no issues. For ali you really need an etch primer, they are cheap enough and readily available in aerosol form.

Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds

21st December 2020, 21:09

Replies: 165

Marlin Roadster (Re)Build

Views: 105,947

Posted By Lucky@LeMans

I rigged up a similar tank when I restored my 49...

I rigged up a similar tank when I restored my 49 Triumph Roadster. I could do a couple of parts at a time but it was an over night process. In the end I resorted to the blast cabinet with aluminium...

Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds

18th August 2020, 19:49

Replies: 165

Marlin Roadster (Re)Build

Views: 105,947

Posted By Lucky@LeMans

Nothing wrong with those old "B" series engines....

Nothing wrong with those old "B" series engines. The 1800 TC ( Twin Carb ) Marina went really well and in the light Marlin will be quite quick. Simple upgrades such as an electronic ignition module...

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