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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
18th August 2010, 21:31
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Bloody DVLA / VOSA!
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raasayphil
One can only hope that the current government...
One can only hope that the current government that is showing some signs of tackling the inefficiencies of national and local government may get around to the wonderful DVLA, VOSA and any other of...
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
17th August 2010, 08:06
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Rear Bump Stop Alignment
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Just posted first phoots on Flikr - Taken at the...
Just posted first phoots on Flikr - Taken at the Biggar show. http://www.flickr.com/photos/raasayphil/
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
17th August 2010, 07:17
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Rear Bump Stop Alignment
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raasayphil
Thanks for that - I've heard of this but not come...
Thanks for that - I've heard of this but not come across anyone who has used it. I'll get some and give it a go.
Thanks
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
17th August 2010, 06:29
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Rear Bump Stop Alignment
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raasayphil
Hi Peter Thanks for you thoughts. Having had...
Hi Peter
Thanks for you thoughts. Having had a good look at it I think you are right and the trailing arms are in the correct place as they are accurately located on the outside mounting. I think...
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
16th August 2010, 13:22
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New Start !!
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raasayphil
Hi Congratulations!
Hi
Congratulations!
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
15th August 2010, 12:42
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Rear Bump Stop Alignment
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raasayphil
Long gone! I'll do some research on E30 as you...
Long gone! I'll do some research on E30 as you suggest.
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
15th August 2010, 12:24
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Rear Bump Stop Alignment
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raasayphil
Thanks Patrick I suppose that's the easier...
Thanks Patrick
I suppose that's the easier option but I suppose the big question is if they got the spring mount wrong, how do I know the trailing arm brackets are in the correct position?
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
15th August 2010, 08:22
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Rear Bump Stop Alignment
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raasayphil
Oops! Forgot to say off to the Biggar Car...
Oops!
Forgot to say off to the Biggar Car Rally in next few minutes and sun is shining! Hopefully lots of interesting vehicles to view and maybe even a kit car or two!
Phil
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
15th August 2010, 08:19
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Rear Bump Stop Alignment
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raasayphil
Thanks Goo Unfortunately I had my trailing...
Thanks Goo
Unfortunately I had my trailing arms powder coated, so to carry out that fix would result in the finish being ruined and a major job removing the remaining powder coating.
I did note...
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
14th August 2010, 20:06
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Rear Bump Stop Alignment
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raasayphil
Rear Bump Stop Alignment
Hi
I have tried to pick up any old post on the problem that Patrick had on page 1 of his build diary where the rear spring bump stops do not align. Patrick wrote that he must contact Marlin for...
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
8th August 2010, 13:07
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Help
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raasayphil
Hi Peter Will do. Yes it is rather warm...
Hi Peter
Will do.
Yes it is rather warm but very muggy!
Going to go through phots taken so far and put on web. Flikr seems popular? any other suggestions?
Thanks
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
7th August 2010, 09:49
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Help
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raasayphil
Hi Peter You can add Sportster Builder (E30...
Hi Peter
You can add Sportster Builder (E30 325i base) in Biggar South Lanarkshire Scotland.
I get the impression Kit building is more of an English pastime - maybe to do with the weather up...
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
4th August 2010, 20:43
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Help
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raasayphil
I got my kit 7 years agon in november and am not...
I got my kit 7 years agon in november and am not any further forward than you - but momentum is gathering and hope to start making real progress over comimg months.
Just look at all those fabulous...
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
19th June 2010, 18:23
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Which (BMW) engine did you choose, and WHY?
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raasayphil
Hi Mike I chose E30 M20 as at time cheap to...
Hi Mike
I chose E30 M20 as at time cheap to buy and engine has good relabilty record.
Have been warned of issues with vanos from ex BMW mechanic.
Regards
Phil
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
12th June 2010, 12:37
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How many Sportster builders are there out there?
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raasayphil
Hi I am based in Biggar Scotland (30 miles...
Hi
I am based in Biggar Scotland (30 miles south of Edinburgh) and having had kit for over 6 years (50th birthday present!) am starting to make some progress! Have front suspension on, rear...
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
7th June 2010, 06:45
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Rear Springs
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raasayphil
Thanks for advice. My problem with that...
Thanks for advice.
My problem with that solution is that i had my trailing arms powder coated so they would be badly damaged. I have emailed Marlin to see what they say.
I came across a comment...
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
6th June 2010, 16:17
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Rear Springs
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raasayphil
top bump stop
Hi I am finally getting into gear and starting my build and have the same problem regarding alignment of bump stops. Do I understand correctly that when the bumpstops are correctly positioned the...
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
4th December 2009, 17:21
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E30 325i Sportster triple weber conversion
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raasayphil
Thanks Mike I'll chase this up over the weekend.
Thanks Mike I'll chase this up over the weekend.
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
29th November 2009, 19:53
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E30 325i Sportster triple weber conversion
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raasayphil
Thanks Robin - this is one of the Marlin's I hae...
Thanks Robin - this is one of the Marlin's I hae seen before. I will contact Danny as suggested
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
29th November 2009, 19:52
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E30 325i Sportster triple weber conversion
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Posted By
raasayphil
Thanks Patrick I have already done so after I...
Thanks Patrick I have already done so after I posted here
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Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds
29th November 2009, 15:48
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E30 325i Sportster triple weber conversion
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raasayphil
E30 325i Sportster triple weber conversion
Hi
I am seeking information on what is required to convert to triple webers. I am aware that the smart money says stick with the injection but I am seeking a more traditional look and have a...
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