new build in Akron, OH

[magicbob]

Well the wife has given her blessing to build a locost.

So I think my first order of business is to find someone relatively local and see if I can get my big butt into and out of one. I am in Akron, Ohio and am willing to drive a 100 miles or so to see one up close.

 

I have been lurking here and on other boards for a few years, and have a pretty good idea of what I want to build.

 

Thanks

Bob

[11Budlite]

Welcome Bob! I'm from Ct so I can't really help you, but there are some Seven owners from your area that are on this forum that should be able to help you out.

[andrew7]

Hi Bob,

I'm 70-80 miles from Akron. I have two different types of Locost and your welcome to come check out the build pictures and cars. I'm recovering from a blown Appendices and not cleared to drive. Depending how big you are you might not fit in dads car, its a standard width Locost. I can PM you details if your interested.

[magicbob]

Andrew,

Thanks for the invite, I am a rather large guy over 6'1 and over 250.

I pretty well know I will not fit a standard book car, I would still love to come and check them out and pick your brain for a while.

 

Thanks

Bob

[slngsht]

Hi Bob,

I'm 70-80 miles from Akron. I have two different types of Locost and your welcome to come check out the build pictures and cars. I'm recovering from a blown Appendices and not cleared to drive. Depending how big you are you might not fit in dads car, its a standard width Locost. I can PM you details if your interested.

Here's to a speedy recovering :cheers:

[andrew7]

Bob PM sent

 

Thanks Mazda, potholes in the Caddy hurt.

[magicbob]

Bob PM sent

Thanks Andrew7, I'll be in touch.

Bob

[gjslutz]

I'm about 35 miles south. I have a Birkin with lowered seat. I'm also 6'1"> I was about 230 when I purchased it.

 

I have standard, not wide size 12 foot size. I use narrow shoes when driving the car though.

 

You are welcome to try it on.

[southwind25]

Hi Bob, this is Bob..

Sorry i caught this late..i AM in Akron. Copley actually, give me a call if you wish. 714-3740.

i cant give you a ride however till i get this starter problem fixed..

[southwind25]

hey bob, we got the starter fixed..if you want to come over for a ride perhaps?

[southwind25]

What about Bob?

[magicbob]

holy crap, it's been a while sense I looked at this board. Job change, working out of town, plain ol life. Oh well still thinking about this, so if the car in Copley is still around, I sure would like to check it out.

[SCCA7]

Hi Bob,

 

I have a Locost that I started that I've been thinking of selling as I have just too many other car projects. I've collected alot of parts and would make a great package deal for all. Contact Craig Chima in Akron as he know more about building Lotus 7's than anyone.

 

Peter

peter@nobudgetracing.com