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RhysN

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Re: old number one
« Reply #30 on: 17 May 22, 06:21 pm »
There is a release agent based on PVA, so both are correct, glue in one form, release agent in another.
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« Reply #31 on: 17 May 22, 11:05 pm »
Every day is a school day!

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« Reply #32 on: 04 Jun 22, 05:00 pm »
Having experimented with EVA foam and resin etc; I have decided it doesn't suit my project. It has potential for something else. I was using it to make the bodywork but HDPE is better, once you have persuaded it, with a heat gun, to take the shape you want. The good points about are that it is very strong, rot proof and a delight to machine and in my case I don't need to paint it because I like the colour as it is. If anybody decides to try it, I would recommend using the mid section of a 210ltr drum as it is the thinnest part and easier to shape. It is also pretty flat.
I spent ages looking for something with which to make the bull nose and eventually chose some cedar that I had. I am pleased with the result but still have to make it look like brass. I thought about using gold leaf so something new to have a go at. Talk about posh!

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« Reply #33 on: 04 Jun 22, 05:36 pm »
Lots of progress Morris, and I assume you have run it from the comments on Tinworm's build page. Looks more like a kart now, I can't wait to get mine rolling! Top job.
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« Reply #34 on: 04 Jun 22, 07:32 pm »
It's been running but only on grass and as our paddock is on a slope, it has shown that one wheel drive is no good going uphill. I had to get out and push.
I have changed my onscreen name from Morrisgarage to Paul724.

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« Reply #35 on: 05 Jun 22, 02:26 pm »
You would likely find the same issue if you had a differential.
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« Reply #36 on: 05 Jun 22, 03:33 pm »

You would likely find the same issue if you had a differential.

Would knobbly tyres make a difference?

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« Reply #37 on: 05 Jun 22, 04:02 pm »

You would likely find the same issue if you had a differential.

Would knobbly tyres make a difference?
There's only one way to be sure! I'm sorry if that sounds glib, but it's all a bit "horses for courses". I gave up one one wheel drive after the second time I drove the ERA many years ago.
If you don't have any knobblys to try, just message me and I'll send you some to have a go.  I don't want anything for them.

Paul, where is the photo of you on the test run?
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« Reply #38 on: 05 Jun 22, 04:36 pm »
That's very kind of you. At least let me pay the postage. I'll message you my address. I've done several test runs but don't have any action photo's. Maybe do some tomorrow if it's still fine.

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« Reply #39 on: 05 Jun 22, 04:56 pm »
I have received your message.
I'll get them on their way tomorrow.
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« Reply #40 on: 05 Jun 22, 06:01 pm »
Thanks. :)