[autoavia]

I think this one was even harder work than the Allard. I intended to use a Dynamic chassis with a General Electric motor - a big brute of a motor for a big brute of a car - but I couldn't get the Dynaflex motor mount apart to replace the springs with tube to stop the rear axle tramping. A 36D was the next choice so refurbished a K&B Bobcat with a nice yellow can to match the body colour but couldn't find a pinion to fit a 36D shaft so eventually went with a 26D.

 The only kit I could get was a 66 Galaxie by AMT which is from a very old mould so loads of flash to clean up and loads of metal trim detail moulded into the body sides which I sanded out. 
 The wheels inserts are made from the standard road car wheels from the kit which also included 2 or 3 other sets of chromed wheels that will probably come in handy for other builds. The whole wheel should be black but I thought the polished rims looked better. Decals by Gofer Racing are very thin but went on very well and with a bit of care were fine with Tamiya clear coat. Driver is vacform body and resin head from a George Turner Mini. 

 No idea how it goes as I can't test until club reopens but I suspect it will need a brass plate underneath to calm it down a bit.

   

   

   

[Gordon Steadman]

I just take the springs out and bolt the suspension up solid. Don't need a tube but might need a washer under the bolt head to make sure it doesn't disappear up the hole!

I wonder who at Dynamic thought the suspension was a good idea. I have several and after trying them to see how they go, bolted them all up quick!

Nice car though

[chrisguyw]

Hello Autoavia, If you do want to use your Bobcat 36D, I have plenty of pinions,........would be happy to send you one !!

Cheers 
Chris Walker

[GT Sprite]

Nice!!

[autoavia]

Hello Autoavia, If you do want to use your Bobcat 36D, I have plenty of pinions,........would be happy to send you one !!

Cheers 
Chris Walker

Hello Chris Sorry for the delay in replying. Just sent you an email

Thanks

Tony Avis

[chrisguyw]

Hello Autoavia, If you do want to use your Bobcat 36D, I have plenty of pinions,........would be happy to send you one !!

Cheers 
Chris Walker

Hello Chris Sorry for the delay in replying. Just sent you an email

Thanks

Tony Avis

Hi Tony, Just replied to your email...........if you would consider sending me your phone number, I would be happy to give you a call.........I have a few questions that will help in deciding on the ideal tooth count of the pinion.

Cheers
Chris Walker