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Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 23rd February 2020, 20:06
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
Over the years I have built several of these...

Over the years I have built several of these Citroen 2CV based cars and all but one have gone some where in Europe!
So hopefully LHD will make it more desirable and help sell it. :high5:
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 15th February 2020, 19:44
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
I managed to get hold of a few rattle cans so put...

I managed to get hold of a few rattle cans so put a little paint on the car. :icon_rolleyes:

https://i.imgur.com/jLNM1v1h.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/jQNx4ZMh.jpg

It looks black but it's...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 8th February 2020, 13:33
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
One of the last job to do was fitting a guard...

One of the last job to do was fitting a guard over the fan belt drive so I modified the original 2CV fan guard.

https://i.imgur.com/FtxgpFch.jpg

The new jet finally arrived and once fitted the...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 5th February 2020, 19:05
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
Spare wheel fitted Lomax style. The weight of...

Spare wheel fitted Lomax style.
The weight of the spare wheel is held by a long bolt which passes through the wheel then through the side of the car and is fixed in place with a wing nut, the light...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 2nd February 2020, 15:54
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
We got around to fitting the rear internal...

We got around to fitting the rear internal mudguard.

https://i.imgur.com/rCvI95Th.jpg

I take great pride in recycling items. :banplease:
I found this Range Rover air filter in the rubbish.
...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 31st January 2020, 14:58
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
It's not all my own work as Lomax kit cars use a...

It's not all my own work as Lomax kit cars use a similar system to mount there mudguards.

Exhaust system is just the standard 2CV exhaust manifold that feeds a cross-box silencer which fits under...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 30th January 2020, 17:26
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
The front mudguards on this little car were...

The front mudguards on this little car were always going to be "cycle" style but this presents a problem on a 2CV because there's no where to mount them.
And as an extra problem I particularly...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 25th January 2020, 15:35
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
I have now added a cowl to cover up the steering...

I have now added a cowl to cover up the steering column.

https://i.imgur.com/pTRxBQoh.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/DcuXISmh.jpg

Most of the wiring is now also complete and the throttle and choke...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 22nd January 2020, 16:49
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
The back end is finally complete. Now with fuel...

The back end is finally complete.
Now with fuel tank , fuel filler, brake lines and wiring all in place and all under the boot lid.
At some point it will have to be boxed-in and a full mudguard...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 22nd January 2020, 08:32
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
I can't remember where the wheels come from but I...

I can't remember where the wheels come from but I didn't make them.
I will try them on the completed car but stick with plain 2CV wheels for now.:whistle:

The standard Citroen suspension is fine...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 17th January 2020, 16:04
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
The new piston rings finally arrived so fitting...

The new piston rings finally arrived so fitting commenced
https://i.imgur.com/d5Dg4jVh.jpg

Unlike most engines, the piston needs to be fitted to the conrod before assembly as the conrod remains...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 12th January 2020, 17:01
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
As we are still waiting for the new piston rings...

As we are still waiting for the new piston rings to arrive, we put some effort into the steering .

Refitted and secured the steering column and also added a brace to stop the end float at the...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 11th January 2020, 16:12
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
We have spent the last few days trying to fire-up...

We have spent the last few days trying to fire-up this little engine but all attempts have failed.
It would cough and splutter but just not run so after doing the usual stuff like carburettor,...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 16th December 2019, 18:01
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
Been having a clear out at the unit and this just...

Been having a clear out at the unit and this just shows how some people just can't take things seriously !!

https://i.imgur.com/icrdMZVh.jpg

There must be a caption for this :icon_lol:
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 30th January 2019, 15:55
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
Thanks for you comments so far. :eusa_clap: ...

Thanks for you comments so far. :eusa_clap:

It's been fun building this but lack of workshop space and time means it'll have to go on the back burner for a while.

I did get some headlights for...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 29th January 2019, 17:23
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
I'm very pleased the way the rear lights fit the...

I'm very pleased the way the rear lights fit the body recesses.

https://i.imgur.com/TDKa6Pwh.jpg

In fact I'm so pleased I'v taken a mould so I can retro fit them on something else later. :wink:
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 28th January 2019, 16:35
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
Your so right, I'v even put the last photos on...

Your so right, I'v even put the last photos on the wrong listing. :loco:
Here's a second attempt.

Boot hinged giving maximum access.
https://i.imgur.com/BeRIq51h.jpg

Bonner hinged and split...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 12th January 2019, 19:04
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
Now all the important controls are in place I can...

Now all the important controls are in place I can start to sort out the seats

https://i.imgur.com/3i3ywQ9h.jpg.

I just could not get them too right feel and every thing just felt wrong so I...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 11th January 2019, 17:47
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
Finally got the cage frame finished. ...

Finally got the cage frame finished.

https://i.imgur.com/E1Vw5hch.jpg

It all sits nicely on the original chassis, the coil-over suspension works well and there's plenty of support to the body...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 5th January 2019, 17:16
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
Paul L These little cars are quite fun to drive...

Paul L These little cars are quite fun to drive as it's foot-to-the-floor every where you go. :smile:

DVLA should be OK as the chassis is unaltered as nothing is welded to in only bolted and most...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 3rd January 2019, 16:43
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
When into the dark depths on the lock-up and...

When into the dark depths on the lock-up and found these bad-boys.:icon_biggrin:

https://i.imgur.com/wC82sYmh.jpg

They are a custom made set-up using a standard bike rim and a bespoke hub, both...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 1st January 2019, 15:22
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
Mister Towed A BMW or GUZZI engine would be...

Mister Towed A BMW or GUZZI engine would be nice but the cost is to high, I'm only building this to clear some space and end a project so it will be sold on ASAP.

Here's the cut profile of the...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 31st December 2018, 16:49
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
Just been over this thread and now realized it's...

Just been over this thread and now realized it's been nearly 3 years since i worked on this project !!:jaw:
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 31st December 2018, 15:59
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
This is the rolling chassis we have got to work...

This is the rolling chassis we have got to work with.

https://i.imgur.com/vMRAQR0h.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/Oly3Wbgh.jpg

This is the mock-up.

https://i.imgur.com/egJzUDZh.jpg
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 30th December 2018, 18:23
Replies: 83
Views: 36,590
Posted By micky1mo
As we are "inbetween" jobs in the workshop over...

As we are "inbetween" jobs in the workshop over the Christmas period I decided we will get the Leighton 3 wheeler bits and pieces together.

The 2CV galvanized chassis along with the single wheel...
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