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19 Sep 2004, 18:09 (Ref:1101244)
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I want to get into a single seater
The title says it all in more ways than one.
I am after a single seater that I can fit in (I am 6ft 8" tall) and that is cheap (no not cheap for motor sport but actually cheap) Or somewhere I can buy a single seater from that takes credit cards  Any and all help needed. Oh it is to be used for hill climbing so type of single seater does not matter, I am also more than happy to restore an old SS. Cheers Mark |
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19 Sep 2004, 18:37 (Ref:1101261)
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what kinda budget are you talking about?
what mechanical knowledge have you got? Will you be working on the car yourself? Is this something you are seriously considering or just this weeks idea? Have you got any previous experiance with racing cars? questions question questions sorry mate!! Dc |
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19 Sep 2004, 18:47 (Ref:1101266)
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Budget is dependent on payment method (not being funny but I have various things coming my way next year but I want to start working on things asap)
Mechanical knowledge for myself is about 60% but I have a friend (and willing pit crew) who is about 95% We are planning to do it our self I have wanted to do this for years and have just got hold of a garage to store and work on so all systems go. I dont have any experiance working on race cars but have done numerous "formula ford days" and the like and have my National Race Licence and all the equipment I need (Helmet, race suit etc) ask away halecmini |
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19 Sep 2004, 19:05 (Ref:1101274)
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I would look at the following three as good for money racing. Monoposto Any class Formula Jedi any 750mc. Look at the websites or just ask away. |
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19 Sep 2004, 19:07 (Ref:1101276)
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Hi SPB
I know just what I want to do, I have a real soft spot for hill climb and sprint racing but it is just getting an affordable single seater. Then fitting in the thing I really would be happy with anything!! If anyone has some web addresses of places that sell older (cheaper) single seaters that would also be a great help. At this stage I am not out there to be the fastest as I have a lot to learn, just want to be out there learning!! Last edited by Big Mark; 19 Sep 2004 at 19:09. |
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19 Sep 2004, 19:18 (Ref:1101292)
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Mark
Look on www.racecar.co.uk parts bit or (http://212.53.73.128/cgi/forums/YaBB.cgi) Also give a guy called Dermot Healy a bill or email 07703-162409 dermot@btinternet.com. you could neaqrly throw a stone at him from where you are. He allways has a stock off cheap cars & bits for anything. On the note off hill climbs & sprints. I spent as much doing them for about 100 miles of racing a year in short burst off 2 mins max * 4 a weekend, As i do doing about 400 miles in 15 mins x 2 or 4 a weekend in monoposto mono1200. If you need anymore info ask away I only live on the wirral. SPB |
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19 Sep 2004, 19:21 (Ref:1101297)
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There is a Pilbeam MP40(?) sat in my workshop that belongs to Roger Kilty that I would prefer not to be there. I think that will be reasonably cheap. Just needs an engine and gearbox.
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19 Sep 2004, 19:35 (Ref:1101323)
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SPB: I will drop him an email, thanks. Good to know I have some local help!!
Mack: What size is a Pilbeam, could you find out what sort of cash we are talking?? Cheers Are there any specific cars that are very big for me to look out for?? Mark |
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19 Sep 2004, 19:42 (Ref:1101332)
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SPB, no joy on that email address mate, just comes back as broken??
Hmmmm I could always borrow your car ;-)) Last edited by Big Mark; 19 Sep 2004 at 19:50. |
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19 Sep 2004, 20:15 (Ref:1101362)
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Try Racecarsdirect.co.uk
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19 Sep 2004, 21:35 (Ref:1101414)
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The Pilbeam is big enough for me, im 6'2 and quite big, I think you would fit. Maybe at most have to extend the roll hoop. I'll find out a price that will include a whole load of spare wings, suspension, tub. Id love to see it all gone
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20 Sep 2004, 04:46 (Ref:1101598)
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Cheers Mack, drop me an email at lotusmark2@aol.com
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20 Sep 2004, 08:26 (Ref:1101687)
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I don't want to sound like a dressmaker but a lot depends on whether you have very long legs or a long body!
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20 Sep 2004, 08:28 (Ref:1101689)
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LOOOOOONG legs I'm afraid. 36" inside leg for trousers
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20 Sep 2004, 08:35 (Ref:1101693)
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Mark that shouldn't be a problem...if your shoe size is over 10 you might struggling. I wear boots that are too small and this helps.
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20 Sep 2004, 08:36 (Ref:1101695)
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I have thin race boots but I do havew size 12-13 feet.
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20 Sep 2004, 08:41 (Ref:1101698)
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You could consider surgery...or bare foot water skiing!! but seriously over many years of race schooling the fatties gave us much more trouble than tall folk!
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20 Sep 2004, 09:32 (Ref:1101755)
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Hmmm perhapse I should have mentioned that I also weigh 21 stones......
40" waist and a 50" chest perhapse I should just admit defeat and buy a classic saloon to race :-((( Last edited by Big Mark; 20 Sep 2004 at 09:33. |
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20 Sep 2004, 09:42 (Ref:1101765)
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I think I'd go for one with some power...good luck!
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20 Sep 2004, 10:58 (Ref:1101816)
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well the name fits then
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20 Sep 2004, 11:28 (Ref:1101857)
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I think Wrestling maybe your game!!!
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20 Sep 2004, 11:37 (Ref:1101861)
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Perhapse I should take up tractor pulling but without the tractor
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20 Sep 2004, 11:48 (Ref:1101871)
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radical may be a good option as they have single seater speed with big cockpits?
You can get a clubsport and run it cost effectively for little money? |
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20 Sep 2004, 15:56 (Ref:1102112)
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Sorry try dermothealy@btinternet.com I know of a guy selling a fantastic car just near you for a song as he has just bought a speads for hill climbs. I am getting his contact details for you asap. As for borrowing mine er NO but we can hire one at good rates ? SPB |
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20 Sep 2004, 16:28 (Ref:1102146)
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Cheers SPB
Drop me an email of just how good a price this guys car is :-) |
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