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Build journals / Progress Build
« on: 17 Apr 25, 06:38 pm »
Now ready for test run, getting there finally.... Cheers All, Viking68 [ Guests cannot view attachments ]

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Build journals / Re: Bentley
« on: 19 Jun 24, 05:41 pm »
Hi All, really enjoyed the Brooklands week end. It was good to chat with a few members and take a look at the cyclekarts up close. Thought I would upload some progress on the Bentley build. An upcycled canoe seems it could work for parts of the bodywork. Cheers

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Build journals / Re: Bentley
« on: 02 Jun 24, 07:13 am »
Thank you for the reply, that's great. I'll be spraying the chassis today then in the sun. Cheers Jim.

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Build journals / Bentley
« on: 01 Jun 24, 08:05 pm »
Hi all, just thought I'd check that my wheelbase is OK before I commence with the build. Mentioned in the regs it states 1675mm or near to. I'm coming in at 1700mm due to my front end design,hope that's alright....
Cheers
Viking68 (Dave)

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CK register / Re: Race Number Register
« on: 30 Apr 24, 01:44 pm »
Hi All, just wondering if my post on a race number got to the right place as I've not had any response yet. I'm hopeless with tech. Cheers Viking68

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Build journals / Honda 90 wheels
« on: 25 Apr 24, 10:04 am »
Hi all, have any members had issues with new wheels? The gemini hub adaptors don't fit.... New wheels have 60mm centre to centre stud holes and the gemini adaptors are 73mm centre to centre. Just thought I'd mention it so anyone else doesn't have the same issue. Looks like the hubs may differ to older models. Think I will have to try a bespoke alternative. The kart seems to be taking ages.... Still waiting for the eaf springs to be made.... Been 5 weeks! Ah well, just have to be patient.
Cheers all.

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CK register / Race car number
« on: 23 Apr 24, 11:29 pm »
Hi All, may I request number 113 for my 1936 Bentley Derby boatail (under construction *) please. The number was never used on the chassis run, to avoid upsetting superstitious customers, crazy eh. Being an ex Bentley owner and born and bred in Derbyshire seemed appropriate for the build. Many thanks for the helpful comments on the tech stuff,
Cheers Viking68
Dave Thompson

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Build journals / Ground clearance
« on: 28 Mar 24, 02:01 pm »
Hi all, what is the recommended ground clearance from the bottom of the front axle mounts? 100mm looks quite common although my chassis sits at about 75mm of my dwawing. This is due to the arch I've had bent for my chassis over the front axle. If 100mm is required then I would have to mount my leaf springs on the side, like the Buggati set up. Any input would be appreciated, cheers...

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Build journals / Steering wheel sorted!
« on: 22 Feb 24, 10:46 am »
Tough going with Mr grinder, but got there in the end. Also with a quick release dooins and finished with a piece of scrap brass. Decided on a twine wrap for that vintage look. Cheers all.

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Build journals / Handbrake sorted!
« on: 14 Feb 24, 01:51 pm »
Just completed the handbrake, lever and sprocket from my old Raleigh Chopper mk 1 bits. Next job is the steering wheel. Cheers all...

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Build journals / Bentley grille sorted!
« on: 04 Feb 24, 03:21 pm »
It amazing what you can do with an old disgarded gas bottle found under a hedge,cheers all.

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Tech Forum / Chassis frame and leaf springs
« on: 24 Jan 24, 10:24 pm »
Hi all, many thanks for the engine info. Would 60x30 rectangular box section suffice for a chassis. Also is there a preferred camber height for the leaf springs?
Regards
Viking68

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Build journals / Bentley Derby build by Viking68
« on: 19 Jan 24, 09:35 pm »
[ Guests cannot view attachments ] Bonnet badge started.... Governor thingy dooins to do on the gx200, any info appreciated, off to Huddersfield auto jumble on Sunday for parts, cheers all

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Forum Members / Re: New member Viking68
« on: 09 Jan 24, 09:39 am »
Cheers Granville, It would be interesting to see the progress of your build. I'm looking to build a Bentley Derby 1937 boat tail..... I like a challenge.! I live in Ripley by the way, kind regards

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Forum Members / Re: New member Viking68
« on: 08 Jan 24, 01:01 pm »
Hi All, thank you for the welcome to the cyclekart world. I'm an upcycler and creator with a fascination for this new hobby. Just purchased my engine and now about to order materials for my frame. Kind regards, Viking68.

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