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- Sun Jul 06, 2008 6:50 pm
- Forum: Buggy Talk
- Topic: Steering Shaft Length & PLacement (new build)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 679
Steering Shaft Length & PLacement (new build)
Heya Buggie Gurus: I am having a new frame built and mated to an original 69 Manx 2.....extremely excited!! Q: How long should the steering shaft be in order to optimize comfort and space away from the standard Manx windshield? Planning on installing a custom column with the webbed collapsable tube ...
- Fri May 16, 2008 10:58 pm
- Forum: Buggy Talk
- Topic: Body Figerglass Buildup Questions
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1672
Thanks Buggy Dudes
Good Tips.....any input on the best website to order the supplies from?
- Sun May 11, 2008 8:49 pm
- Forum: Buggy Talk
- Topic: Body Figerglass Buildup Questions
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1672
Body Figerglass Buildup Questions
Here's my challenge: Current body is a manx clone....the body is very thin. Yes I am saving $$ for a new manx body....this rebuild is my Summer project I want to remove the body from the frame - flip it over and either build up the glass by hand or take it to a shop and have someone spray the whole...
- Fri Nov 09, 2007 7:30 am
- Forum: My Buggy
- Topic: Sputtering buggy --- help
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3721
Thanks Buggy Dudes
Thanks for all the great info.....it did seem to run better with the old carb but I thought it may just be tuning or jetting.....just goes to show hype around certain engine parts is sometimes just hype...glad I have you guys for support. Going to try the dual carb approach or go back to a pict 34 w...
- Wed Nov 07, 2007 7:25 am
- Forum: My Buggy
- Topic: Sputtering buggy --- help
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3721
Sputtering buggy --- help
Heya...this one's for the engine guru's out there. My little stock 1607 with pict 30 is having a little trouble keeping power when taking corners, it seems to sputter and act like the timing is off when in the low RPM's, mostly coming in the 1,000 - 2500 RPM range, no tach, just guessing by ear. I r...
- Sun Sep 16, 2007 5:11 am
- Forum: Off-Topic
- Topic: Stone500 - member 3131 needs help
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2013
Many Thanks & Clarification
[QUOTE="CairoManx"]On the top of the steering gear box is an adjustment screw. There's a lock nut that you have to loosen then you can take up some slack. Make sure you don't overtighten it. The gears will be at the tightest point when its centered, so center the steering when you make adj...
- Thu Sep 13, 2007 2:45 am
- Forum: Off-Topic
- Topic: Stone500 - member 3131 needs help
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2013
Stone500 - member 3131 needs help
heya fellow buggy owners...I am loving my new toy...it's a Manx clone (still looking for a real one - Manx 1) Need experienced advice for a few challenges with steering, suspension, wiring and wheels / tires. 1. My steering is a little too loose and sloppy, want to tighten it up for stability over 5...