11-25-2010, 10:49 AM
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The only way a "kit" would be possible I think, would be to have a Metro chassis?
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11-25-2010, 11:04 AM
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He is/was using lousy old tires....
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One of the details that I forget if I have already mentioned: Dave said that he was/is using lousy old tires that he just had laying around -- they are somewhat out of round, and not particularly true, either. So, I'm leaning towards the Cd = 0.109 end of the range! |
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11-25-2010, 02:08 PM
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Beautiful aerodynamics on this car.
I really have a lot of respect for this guy.
EV world has a story on the car that i didn't read since i am not a member.
EV WORLD: 200 Miles on Used Lead
Dave cloud also has an interview on YouTube ( 1of 3 videos )
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11-25-2010, 08:55 PM
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12-06-2010, 09:17 PM
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Great vids thanks for posting.
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12-06-2010, 09:23 PM
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Jason - thanks for bumping this and reminding me about those vids. I'm going to watch them tonight. Meant to sooner, but forgot...
PS - what's in your avatar?
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12-06-2010, 10:23 PM
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Part 3 is the best, I think:
- shows his Metro conversion ... I particularly liked the custom front bumper/air dam/splitter the video shows. He figures it was good for a 5% improvement in efficiency.
That white Metro.... I wonder if it's the same white Metro that he later chopped into his NEDRA drag car with ETEK driven rear wheels...
(Jump to 1:45 to see the actual run)
... and which he later used as the basis for the Dolphin, judging by the pre-paint photos. |
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12-07-2010, 12:44 PM
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Wow!
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12-07-2010, 12:46 PM
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Wow!!
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12-07-2010, 04:02 PM
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Quote:
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Jason - thanks for bumping this and reminding me about those vids. I'm going to watch them tonight. Meant to sooner, but forgot...
PS - what's in your avatar?
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My avatar is a hand drawing of a three wheeler I want to build. Kind of on hold for now.
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