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  1. panamericano
    That sort of accident totals a lot of cars, with the airbags adding to repairs. You take the insurance payout (agreed value) and get another one. Or you take their money, minus a nominal salvage amount, and keep the salvage. Then go the LoCost route and fix it. Probably no harder or more expensive than it would be with my old (80s) Birkin. My advice: Don't worry. Be happy. -Mark
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    In Texas, this poor baby would be in Registration Hell. At the moment they only entertain kits that are a replica of something old. I would hold onto a Miata title and just call it modified or rebodied. I do not think any cop really cares, as long as it has (old Miata) plates.
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    A bit pricey, so maybe two of you should go in together. Not exactly a winter basement project. https://bringatrailer.com/2014/12/31/bring-a-paver-historic-marlboro-motor-raceway-for-sale/
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    And is that a OWOW steering wheel?
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    LOCOST. Decidedly low cost features, but some interesting metal work. https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/d/2008-hand-built-comet-roadster/6667797697.html
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    Thank God I just retired.
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    PLEASE, tell what state is so enlightened. May need it someday.
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    Voltage?

    panamericano replied to wemtd's topic in General Tech

    I've always thought 13.6 was right on, so you are not far off. Above points are good. If your laptop is reading off the ECU, maybe that causes a couple tenths drop. Some circuits have a built in resistance. Are you having any negative symptoms?
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    Rick, Congratulations. Dig the yellow accents. Enjoy it. -Mark
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    That looks very cool. Certainly slimmed than the 5-BC that I have mounted to my roll bar. Someone, get one, put a little bucket of gas on fire and let us all know how it works.
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    I doubt you could find one now. But, in the old days we had No Lead and Leaded gas pumps side by side. People who wanted to put Leaded in a No Lead car bought a nozzle adapter that had the skinny neck to go through the flapper, topped by a bigger neck that fit a Leaded nozzle (slightly bigger diameter). This was just an adapter, no conical funnel. A bit of automotive nostalgia that might be useful again.
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    It is impossible to beat the look of bare aluminium. Congratulations on a beautiful car!
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    I had never read such a description of drum brakes: "All round drums ensure you retail full momentum into corners..."
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    Croc, ... NEW ... Miata Locost project... If someone can have that project done in a week, they must work on one of those fantasy TV shows. You know, where they buy a hunk of junk and turn it into a show stopper for the big auction. About a year of work in one week.
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    I just want to hear what the better half had to say at that 50 yard mark.
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    Great looking. It may not add HP or torque, but it's sure to add 10 mph, especially when sitting still.
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    No annual inspections in CT? I have to put on my wipers every year. Congratulations. Do you get a nifty little state issued plate for all your hard work? Or, just a number to stamp.
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    "They shouldn’t be allowed to call them Caterhams" Good thing you're talking about Cobras. I always thought a Cobra replica should have to attach the word Replica every time. I only know one thing that could get Shelby cussing quicker than a replica being called a Cobra.
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    Nice shot. I think I'll stick with 2 bolts upper and 2 bolts lower on my Birkin.
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    The wrap around thread on the cover reminds me of last Chrysler my kids Great Grandmother had.
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    Since Croc has not yet sent his weekly missive, here's a new one on BAT. Apparently this an era of "interesting" steering wheels, or covers. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1978-lotus-super-seven-iv/?utm_source=dailymail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2018-06-23
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    Jaeggernaut, good luck with your search. It took me a year, and I got my car from an ad on this site. I would add, don't overlook other established brands, Birkin, Westfield, WCM... You have come to the right place. Those more knowledgeable will doubtless chime in shortly. Croc does a great job posting almost every one for sale. This saves the laziest of us a lot of time! Have fun. Mark
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    I know this was discussed briefly a few months(?) ago, but here are some well detailed photos. Use the arrows to go from photo to photo. https://www.facebook.com/MossMotors/photos/a.487569128880.256195.182090313880/10156697149168881/?type=3&theater Nice job.
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    Good article on Hemmings. I've already sent a comment to the Federal Register. Last time you brought in a car, or special parts, your probably thought nothing of a 2.5% duty. 25% might change the whole feasibility of that out of US deal. https://www.hemmings.com/r/ct/MjQyNzAwOjgyMTkzNjMxOnlJYk81M0lwUUJa/www/blog/2018/06/18/proposed-tariffs-on-imported-cars-could-halt-all-international-collector-car-trade/?refer=news
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