Mostly guide but I do help out in a minor way when I'm able. You know truning on the Cappochino machine etc.
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I hope that I haven't run out of my quota of dumb questions. Just remember, I'm an old motorcycle guy. The difference between a fuel tank and a fuel cell is that the cell contains a rubber bladder or some other flexible device that helps to prevent a puncture in the event of a crash. Like how the mighty oak falls before the big wind. But a blade of grass just bends. Is this correct? Thx, Dale
Hi Yes. The original tank has internal baffles that keep the fuel from sloshing so we can't just insert a fuel cell (Foam filled kevlar bladder). That's why we're building a replica fuel tank. I'll keep the original as is so that if my great grandchildren want to go out in a blaze of glory, assuming there's any liquid petroleum by then, they can put it back. Best
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Fantastic progress. I can stare at the foreground for hours. BUT As offspring of a Fire Chief, who was also son of a Fire Chief, I've come to recognize a potential hazard or two. Judging by background, I guess the fire marshal hasn't been by in a while for an ounce of prevention and all that. Maybe I worry too much, but this restoration, like your friend's SWB in same locale, is a real labor of love, and a costly one at that. Any chance they're planning to replace oily cardboard & this'n'that with sturdier containers anytime soon? Concerned Citizen
Oh, I know your shop is spotless, which stands in sharp contrast with his surroundings. His shop may be a typical wasteland & whatnot, but <Dr. McCoy>Dammit, Jim</Dr. McCoy>, that's your precious cargo in his shop. It costs nothing except his possibly hurt feelings to hint at a cleanup while playing Fire Marshall Bill. Just a few bucks for "proper" containers & who knows, maybe he'll find forgotten, buried treasure in that pile'o'rubbish while everybody getting peace of mind, which is reward in itself. Concerned Citizen Image Unavailable, Please Login
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Thanks for the pics Jim. As a side note, everytime you post a pic of 0846 my girlfriend rubs the screen for 30 seconds, starts muttering "hi pretty baby" and then gets this weird look in her eyes.. needless to say, I don't mind it one bit! -Chris
Damn, I can look at these pics for hours. What year was this engine designed? **** it is in better shape than me! Overhead cams. Geeze, this is art. I'd love to be able to run my hands over the casings. Soul in metal. It doesn't get much better. Thanks again for sharing. Dale ps I love your engine stand. I assume that you can flip it over?
1947. Began as a 159. Bored out by Ferrari to a 166. Designed by Columbo. That is an original engine stand as well. Full rotation. John is rolling in to fit the MM nose and the safety tank. Won't be long. Best
Jim, what are your thoughts on why the Italians, of all people, were so advanced during the early post-war period. When I look compare this motor to what the Brits were doing, there is no comparison. Brit and Yank technology was obsolute even before WWII, much less after. Hell, even the Germans weren't even on the playing field. Hell, with a few tweaks here and there, this Columbo motor would look at home in a Maranello! Was it the water? Or maybe the Vino? Just curious, Dale
Practicality never slowed an Italian designer down ... but it did the Brits and Yanks. I also believe Italians led the world then with their casting abilities. My 2 cents. Pete
The Italians have a long history of metalworking and innovation going all the way back to the Romans. They had waterproof concrete 2000 years ago! The Italians seem to not be afraid of trying new things while holding on to tried and tested technology. David Goerndt
As you know, most of my vintage experience comes from working (read cussing at) on old British motorcycles. Just about the only saving grace is that they were simple. You can look at them and figure out why ol' Nigel did it the way he did. Beyond that, though, it is amazing that these bikes were able to power their way off the showroom floor. BSA stood for Bastard Stopped Again. The Brits build simple stuff, but it still broke! At least the Italians built complicated stuff that broke. Dale
Sorry to say so, its NOT Columbo his name was Gioachino Colombo. He is the gent on the right side, left side is Mr. Aurelio Lampredi. Wolfgang Image Unavailable, Please Login
My Friend Wolfgang is correct. We're fitting the MM nose and the "new" safety tank into the car. BTW the new dates for the Historic Targa are May 31-June 6 so we have to hustle. Best Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
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