03-08-2017, 02:19 AM
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It's all about Diesel
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A company named toppola made these, originally for saab 900. |
That's weird, but actually looks somewhat cool.
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03-08-2017, 04:14 AM
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The pod would have to replace the missing hatch structurally. There appears to be daylight between it and the roof forward of the hatch. And possibly four legs at the A- and B-pillars.
It needs a sunroof opening with an inflated gasket, and a clamshell boat tail to rob back some aero advantage — and make a porch.
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04-04-2017, 11:49 AM
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This got no love in the Interesting and Aerodynamic thread:
I think it's right at home here. |
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04-05-2017, 07:04 PM
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The frame resembles some sport motorcycles and the engine looks like a VW boxer. Is that bike a Kahena???
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04-05-2017, 07:28 PM
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Primer is still paint!
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This got no love in the Interesting and Aerodynamic thread:
I think it's right at home here.
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The side car is more aerodynamic than a normal side car. But yeah its not "aero"..... |
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04-05-2017, 11:03 PM
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cRiPpLe_rOoStEr — Here is Ed Roth's version, the XAVW. It's a museum piece:
American Pickers |
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04-06-2017, 01:11 PM
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Oh this is fun... I've got a few.
This thing.
The guy who is overly fond of Star Trek
And my favorite... Not only is it brick shaped, but it's also convertible and has a huge hole in the front. At least it has the wheels partially covered.
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04-06-2017, 02:12 PM
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↑ reminds me of an old metal Band-Aid box.
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I was picturing a muffler
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04-06-2017, 02:46 PM
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Not only is it brick shaped...
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Muffler-shaped.
http://blackflag.jalopnik.com/4-000-...nds-1794033534
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04-07-2017, 02:08 AM
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Quote:
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The pod would have to replace the missing hatch structurally. There appears to be daylight between it and the roof forward of the hatch. And possibly four legs at the A- and B-pillars.
It needs a sunroof opening with an inflated gasket, and a clamshell boat tail to rob back some aero advantage — and make a porch.
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These were and still are quite popular, legs can be fitted to permit removal, however many would use a small crane to make it easier. Some who had a little extra cash would have a dedicated car and leave it fitted.
Many of these when stationary have a tent that attatches to the back to make the living space bigger and as the Saab had a good tow weight people would often drag a caravan around.
Here is a video of some French people coming to Sweden to buy one, they start fitting it at around 1 minute.
https://youtu.be/0PF4Pr6YkEk
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