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Post by geoffburf on Dec 28, 2013 5:08:30 GMT 1
Hello
I am beginning to build up a "racing special".
I already have two 12/4 Rileys.
The Adelphi chassis i have is totally bare and has been cut through the cross members.
My plan is to undersling, narrow and shorten the chassis and also narrow the chassis at the rear.
It seems impractical to turn the rear of the chassis over as the "hump" seems too large.
I am seeking suggestions as to the best method of modification.
Any help will be appreciated.
Regards
Geoff
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Post by brubell on Jan 11, 2014 9:58:20 GMT 1
Hi Geoff......... maybe first you have to decide on how you want your finished special to look.. so many specials have the look of 'kit cars' because of the attempts at getting them as low as possible, presumably for racing.. however if you leave the chassis 'overslung' and create a slightly higher body line you will make a much more versatile and comfortable car. and also, one that can look more 'original' and vintage .. if you want a few pictures that might confirm that .. come back to me.. cheers Bruce
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Post by merlin on Jan 24, 2014 10:00:36 GMT 1
Hello,
also I'm just about to build me a special.
I have a merlin chassis with a 12/4 engine. To prepare I still have the motor / Getriebe move back and shorten the Torquetupe. Does anyone have experience how to shortend the Torquetupe and how much cm of the engine / transmission should be moved back ?
greeting
Merlin
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Post by johnf on Jun 16, 2014 16:29:28 GMT 1
I'm desperate for some of the same information on the Riley special I'm building on a 1937 chassis. Namely removal of the torque tube ans shortening same. Haven't found any information so far. Also any information on the "oiling" system on the chassis.
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Post by neise on Aug 19, 2014 7:40:15 GMT 1
Hi,
Why do you want to get an underslung? Most of the rebuilded chassis are made as underslung, but by the way i can´t see an advantage- exept for the fact that you can lower the whole car...
i did the chassis as shown in "as old as the industry". if you like i can send you some pics. with this option it is possible to build up an nice shaped rear by using the full original chassis.
by moving the engine it depends on what you like to have. i did it exactly 270mm because of the cross members of my merlin chassis. and this is of course the measurement you have to shorten the torque tube. easiest way (in my view) is to open the rivet at the rear axle, dismount the torque, shorten it and mount it again. the shaft (inside) you have to shorten and to machine the gearing... or - that was what i did- create a complete, stronger shaft from new...
regards
markus
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