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Hi Optimark,
I raced my E34 535 (3.5ltr I6) and my E38 735 (3.5ltr V8). The results are on racewars.com.au. I got got about 145kph in both over the 400mtr, about 173kph on the 800mtr on the...

I went with my two cars and drove as hard as they would go. Didn't come last or break anything. Had an absolute BALL and made some contacts with young blokes I hope will become friends. Most...

Thanks rod1949 - nice to know. I drove over there last weekend and checked it all out. Strip is smooth and the return road good. Caravan park a bit basic but OK for two nights. One car will be driven...

Thanks scottyd - that is exactly the article!

I fixed up my (then) partner's T1 Bug and her Type 3 wagon. Now I have four 7 Series and a 5 Series BMW; two BMW MINIs (sedan and wagon); a Daimler Soverign S1 and a Suzuki Alto Works (tribute). It's...

Hi Catty, I'm a lathe-for-car person too. What are you fixing?

Started the prep of the vehicles. The E34 is getting the interior repaired and then the ends and mains changed. The head has to go back to the reconditioners as the c/r is too high.
Knocks on Avgas!...

Can't give a solid link BUT if you google: hercus you spent $2000 on what it is the top answer. From: lathes.co.uk

Hello Ulma Doctor,
You will find a great service / maintenance post for our machines on lathes.co.uk (I think). I used it when I worked on mine.
I got my lathe to help with my car projects. I feel...

I found a very good rebuild on 'lathes.co.uk' or similar. I used the article to show me how to clean/service mine.

Hi UD
I'm pretty much a newbee too. I have a 9" 'A' but someone had the gearbox away in the dim, distant past. Still it does all I need and more.

Regards

Hi Mal
Sorry this is such a grind for you. However, ASA they are ready mail me. You will have payment that day.


Kind regards and A Happy New Year


Colin

Hi everyone,

I have entered two of my BMWs in RaceWars in Wyalkatchem 2015. It is 1km dragrace on the airfield with 500mtrs of slowdown - all tarmac. Takes place April 10-12.
I would like to...

Now there is a two part powder/liquid repair product which may be suitable. I have used it but not on petrol tanks. +1 on drilling at the ends of the crack. Get the area REALLY CLEAN before you...

Good information always useful - Thanks!

We are all still waiting. How is this going? :?

Thanks for all your replies. I shall be doing the car early next year so I shall post pictures.

There is a thread called some thing like 'You paid $2000 for what' on an English lathe site. The author rebuilt a Hercus and there are loads of pictures. I found it very helpful in fixing mine up. ...

Top job and one to be proud of. I would like to think mine will look as good, one day. :)

Wow mark david, what a stunning piece of work! It seems for the best appearance even progression of centers must be maintained. I shall have to work on that aspect carefully.

I shall experiment and post some results. Thanks for all the information so far. I expect more will be posted before too long....:)

Havn't got personal pictures but basicaly the type of thing that was done to the nose of the 'Spirit of St Louis'.
I believe it is done with metal polish on felt on a short length of dowel in a...

I have only a single axle but help maintain my friend's two tandems. They are all in good, roadworthy condition.

My own has a small tool box on the 'A' frame and LED lights. I also fitted a...

Back to the original point of the thread:
I don't have any plates on mine and would use both imp and metric threads/feeds. I'll take one of each for my mine, when available.

I'm not trying for a...

M&W 1-4" micrometer, in its case for $50. Auction of garage equipment. Seems to hold an accuracy of +/- 0.002 over the whole range. Closer that I can work to, at the moment..

Hi all, I was thinking of producing an engine turned dash board part for my S1 Daimler Soverign. I know the theory but can anyone give any pointers for a newbee to this process. Sorry if this is...

Had excelent service from Bridgestone on my Suzuki Vitaras and Sierra. Run Maxxis on my BMW's, Goodyear (Run Flats) on one of my MINI's and Bridgestone on the other. Maybe I'm just kind to tyres...

Is this over kill?
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Hi Chris - glad you have had no problems with over wattage globes.

Have to agree with good connections being important. Resistive joints = heat = damage. I guess you are moving when the 125w...

Gentlemen,
We seem to have got our wires crossed here a bit.

Standard output 60/55w H4 are the price quoted on e-bay in Supacheap. No big deal there. Phillips is OEM standard in quality and light...

Fitting true HID as a retro fit is not (genrally) legal for road use. Lamp units have to be self leveling for a start. :doh:

Master Splinter - You will find that basic Narva and Phillips globes...

20 x 6 is a good size. Personally I would use it as 18 x 8. You get 24 sqm 'free'. I have 12 x 12 for my w'shop and lots of pallet racking.

Handsome place or Palace! Pallet racking round the walls should be next!!

I saw you got to measure the current draw when in use. I would bet that you were (initally) measuring the clock/station memory input wire so no current draw.
As to the low useage/radio required...

Hi, Dunno if this is the correct area but I have a question.

Can the laser in a level be re-focused? I have one (only a cheapie - Bunnings I think) and used it at about 30-40mtrs.

By then the...

My opinion:

Had real success with +50 and +80% H1/4/7 globes.

Bought a pair of +120% - nothing to write home about.

Best value for money +80% IMO. +120% $60+ a pair!!

Remember this is...

At last I'm seeing one that looks most like mine! HI JIm, I'm a newbee here too.

Yes, it's sad cars have become so complex - with no real return for owners most of the time. It can be good that dealers see vehicles and may spot defects - but we all have horror stories of items...

They Drag Race both Tray Tops and sedan based Utes. The Tray Tops run with no sides and the Utes tailgate down. Seeing what Myth Busters found out perhaps they should race Gate UP!

They always have the gate down on the Drag strip. The sides could not make mush difference as they are edge on to the air flow. Maybe tarp on / tarp off is the deciding factor?

Hi, I'm a newbie here and it has been many years since I used a lathe. My name here is the year of my lathe from the posted serial number info.. For those who view other places I am BMWFatherFigure...

I use hydralic jack oil. Seems OK so far. Clings well to the surfaces and allows smooth operation.

The igniter on one of my xenon headlights failed (after a couple of years of being 'iffy').
The only part listed to fix it was the base for the tube holder. I eventually got a headlight unit with a...

I shall keep watching. I did download a PDF of the TBoT though. :B

Put me down for a copy!:2tsup:

Stika-Flex. Heat resistant and solid.

I have so much to learn and skills to improve

I stand corected.:-
But this will be for cars after the ADR was declared. Older vehicles (like mine) will still be on the + -10% .

I have just aquired a Hercus 9" AR 13503 which I think makes it a 1971. Matching numbers. Worn out Half nuts (replaced) and lots of swarf (removed). Need a lick of paint but otherwise seems...

Count me in on this. Very useful extra..:2tsup: