mattsmev
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Post by mattsmev on Jan 29, 2012 14:35:45 GMT
Well done andy - it lives, it breaths. all good news. I started my rocket for the first time yesterday after my winter mods. Still some work needed but it feels good doesn't it.
Mattsmev
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Post by sspogman on Feb 5, 2012 20:12:34 GMT
That's an awesome build Andy, very impressed mate, well done! Gutted you didn't have the room for an Exocet build in the end, would have been good to see that taking shape. Keep wondering about whether to have a go at building an eco-exo or an ev-trike myself, don't think I could convince the wife that it's a good idea at the moment. Might have more luck in 3 years time when our boy will be old enough to ride a motorbike on the roads - I know that he would be well up for having something like this.  Cheers, Steve. |
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Post by andyp57 on Feb 6, 2012 14:34:03 GMT
It's been a while since I posted anything concrete with photos but all has not been quiet in the Powell Shed! After putting it off until there were no options and spurred on by Scott, I eventually bit the bullet and moved onto the electrical system. As you can see from the previous post, it wasn't too bad and culminated in getting the beast started for the first time. Since then, I've been tidying the loom and fitting another partial loom for the front lights and indicators. That's done now and all strapped in tightly with the result that all functions for the lights now work. Just the back to do and that will be simple after all I've done now. So, here's some more photos: The fuse box neatly tucked out of the way  The handlebar connections:  The lights are ON:  Ignition switches yet to be mounted on a 'MiniDash'  Driver's eye view:  Headlight and Indicator:  |
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Post by Scott on Feb 7, 2012 20:01:11 GMT
Nice job Andy  Just a point your bespoke Headlight brackets should fit underneath and slip into the "U" Channel snuggly which will prevent them pivoting round in the wind when she starts pulling the big G'sssss  And dont forget to drill the locating detent in the steering shaft for the handle bar, this is a important safety issue to stop the handle bars from rotating on the shaft  Scott |
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Post by andyp57 on Feb 8, 2012 9:31:18 GMT
Thanks Scott, The steering stop was already on my list and I'll get the brackets reversed. Good point there, I don't want sideways pointing lights!
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Post by Scott on Mar 22, 2012 18:38:51 GMT
Come on then Andy, we have seen it running let's see it driving down the road!!
Not long before Stoneleigh - will yours make it so there's 3 Eco-Exo's ??
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Post by andyp57 on Mar 23, 2012 13:08:38 GMT
I'm certainly aiming at it Scott. I've had a bow wave of work (Paid work) to get through with a potential new partner so have not been in the shed as much as I'd have liked. I do have a shorter list than I used to so it can be done with a concerted effort.
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Post by bruc3 on Jul 3, 2012 19:54:15 GMT
Did this ever get finished!?
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Post by andyp57 on Jul 4, 2012 12:16:27 GMT
Well... It's a long story but it is about to be finished off by Scott and his Dad as I got somewhat sidetracked and have now ended up running my own kit car company, The Sammio Motor Car Company, specialising in rebodied Herald / Vitesse and Spitfire classics.
As such, I had to put time into that project to build a demonstrator and get a revenue stream going and although the Eco-Exo is very near to complete, I just can't put in the time necessary to do the job properly.
I am looking forward to getting it on the road and in the safe hands of Scott, I know it will be a job well done.
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mattsmev
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Post by mattsmev on Jul 4, 2012 16:19:50 GMT
Hi Andy Wow you have gone from kit car newbie, to builder to manufacturer in one thread, thats amazing. My first kit car - picture below - was Spitfire based, and as I owned a spit for 18 years, I used it as the donor for the T48 Spyder Corsa below. What does a Sammio look like? Will you ECO EXO be at Curburogh? Cheers Mattsmev  |
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Post by Scott on Jul 4, 2012 21:13:20 GMT
Give me a chance Matt! I haven't even got it back yet! Well done Andy, it's a big task to take on and I wish you all the success it looks like a great project to take on, But hurry up and box those bits up and get the Eco-Exo down to me Scott |
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Post by andyp57 on Jul 7, 2012 7:45:12 GMT
I'm getting things organised this weekend and will be aiming to get it all to you midweek Scott. Matt, I have always liked the Corsa Spyder. I'm currently sketching a single seat car based on Spitfire running gear not too far removed from the Vanwall type of look, but far enough to be an individual (Maybe next year, if the market research tells me it could sell ) The Spyder I'm currently selling looks like this:  Looking forward to 'triking' the Eco-Exo at any meet I can get it to ;D |
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Post by jimmybcox on Oct 20, 2012 22:03:48 GMT
Andy,
How is the Eco Exo coming along? I have the kit on order and a 03 Burgy in the garage. Any advice for a new builder? would love to know everything you've learned.
Jimmy
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Post by Scott on Oct 21, 2012 17:44:41 GMT
Due to his latest project Andy hasn't got the time, so it should be coming down to us shortly to be finished,,,,
Looking forward to finishing it off for Andy so he can enjoy it,,,
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Post by andyp57 on Nov 21, 2012 13:20:23 GMT
You've followed the build thus far. now how would you like to finish this kit and have some fun in the spring?
As Scott said, I've now got a LOT on my plate and really can't do the trike justice. If anyone would like to take it on, I'd be happy negotiating around £2600 which as that includes the complete kit, donor and extras bought for it such as lights and having done the majority of the work, doesn't seem too harsh. If you would like to make a serious offer, please email me at: andyp@sammio.co.uk.
Cheers
Andy
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