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I suggest a stainless jobbie is going to be the easiest route. The configuration of the 2b chassis doesn't lend itself to a standard scuttle like a Westie one.

What do you know about it anyway. ( ps Still love the Grill ) I did have a very interesting meet recently with Warren at Carbon Copies. Do you know him? If not, I'll put you two in touch,

Saw this on ebay. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Robinhood-GBS-2B-kit-car-over-20000-spent-on-the-build-no-reserve-/151471884913?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item23446d8a71 It's up for good money but has not been through an IVA so is illegal on the road. Looks like someone is going to end up with a spares car that will need a lot of work for IVA for mega money

Those figures seem familiar to my wine and whiskey addled brain Bob. Pretty sure that's what was on my SVA pass sheet. Will have to check it out in a couple of weeks when I'm back.

With the Tiger one, it doesn't look like the pipes are the same length so will affect performance a bit.

Are you sure you're a Hoodie? Sounds like Cateringvan talk to me Buying the correct one instead of bodging modifying??? Whatever next

I take it we're talking about the classic mini one and not the modern mini systems? Thanks chaps.

Tipex out the original dial values and reduce them by 2/3rds

What wiper motor is everyone using? I have a 300 year old mini one in the workshop which was going to chuck on but was wondering if people had fitted a modern mini arrangement or something else?

Hi people This Capri belongs to a friend of mine and was nicked from the Birmingham area last night at Midnight by 3 guys in a old White pickup. I think it may have a few more stickers since this photo. Please put this on your FB site so we can get this back.

We have some great roads but one more bad Winter and they'll be mostly unusable. May have to build a 4x4 Hood Pubs are a different matter I'm sure Owlman has some ideas under his hat so will wait for him to respond but if anyone's in the Guildford direction in December then drop me a line or if a few people want to converge one Saturday or Sunday Lunchtime then I can suggest a good venue.

Hi Nigel I have a Robin Hood VIN knocking about somewhere and from memory the 950kg was what my SVA said. I want to find the documentation first before I make it up to ensure it's all above board

OK, haven't been about recently so haven't got a clue what happens in our woefully underrepresented corner of civilization but was wondering if there's such a thing as a gathering near my Manor? Is this posted somewhere and I'm looking in the wrong place and what's happening in December?

I love it when a story starts with a "I've got an idea" and ends without loss of life, wealth or Liberty. Well, a bit of wealth's OK

Will have to wait till next year. Not fitting snow chains at this time of year

Cor blimey Guv, what a minefield. I think I'm fine with everything as long as the Vin plate is correctly stamped and fixed to the chassis. I think I have all the roadside and max weights from SVA so can stamp it up OK and tow the Puck

Mine has odd spars knocking about all around the scuttle area. Also, I have re welded a few bits of chassis to fit a zetec back a few mill while using standard disty and cooling system. Why do you think my car is called Frankie

A very good option as mentioned by Tractor is a front fixed arrangement. I reinforced my nose, connected it to the bonnet and also chopped off the last bit to make a scuttle. However, it's not the best option in my opinion. I am currently working on a fixed nose and scuttle with a fore and aft snap catched bonnet in the middle. I feel the best and most secure while being the most elegant in construction. Much easier to do with a Zero but if you have a lifetime, you can make a 2B look good too.

I bought one of the early eighties one as it's a bit lighter at 450 KG.

TOWING A TRAILER WITH A CAR OR VAN - THE BASICS The weight and size of trailer that you can tow depends on at least 7 key factors. Any maximum weight specified under any of these cannot be exceeded - even if other criteria seem to permit a higher weight. Technical terms in bold italics are explained overleaf. 1. The capability of the towing vehicle The chassis plate on the vehicle (see diagram overleaf) states the maximum weights allowed - the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and the Gross Combination Weight (GCW). The vehicle handbook will either repeat what is on the chassis plate, or for convenience, might directly specify the maximum weight of trailer (e.g. 750kg) which is allowed to be towed. The V5C registration certificate often shows this too, under sections O1 and O2 (depending on whether trailer has brakes or not). Exceeding any of the above weights is likely to be construed as using a vehicle in a dangerous condition. Where the sum of the maximum plated weights of the towing vehicle and of the trailer added together exceed the plated GCW of the towing vehicle, this is not a problem as long as the “actual” weights of the vehicle and trailer (which may not be fully laden at the time) do not exceed the plated GCW. Similarly, the stated towing capacity of a vehicle may be lower than the maximum plated weight of a trailer, but that trailer can be towed, as long as it is not loaded above the towing capacity. 2. The weight capacity of the trailer A trailer manufacturer must decide the maximum weight the trailer can be loaded to, the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of the trailer, and mark it on the trailer chassis plate. This cannot be exceeded. Sometimes the maximum axle weights are quoted instead and these must not be exceeded. 3. The brakes on the trailer. This depends on the weight capacity of the trailer. A trailer with a GVW of 750kg or lower, is not required to have brakes, but if brakes are fitted they must be in full working order. A trailer with a GVW from 751kg up to 3500kg is required to have brakes, normally over-run (inertia) brakes that operate automatically are fitted. 4. Driving licence entitlement You are not allowed to exceed the entitlement to tow trailers given on your driving licence, even if the vehicle you are driving has the capability. Your entitlement varies depending on when the licence was granted - if you passed a standard car test (category after 1 Jan 1997 your entitlement is more restricted than for persons who took a car test before that date. https://www.gov.uk/towing-with-car For more info refer to the documentation supplied with your driving licence. Unlike the situation in section 1 above, driving licence entitlement is calculated on potential weight - Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) - rather than actual weight. So if your entitlement allows you to tow a trailer with MAM 1000kg, you cannot tow a trailer with GVW of 2000kg that is unladen, and so weighs 800kg, when it is towed. You can only tow a trailer with GVW 1000kg. 6. Gross weight of towing vehicle and size of trailer A towing vehicle with GVW of 3500kg or lower is restricted as to the size of trailer it may tow. The trailer can be a maximum of 7m long by 2.55 m wide. A heavier vehicle can tow a trailer of maximum 12m long by 2.55m wide. 7. Drivers Hours/ Tachograph and Operators licence – GCW over 3500kg The towing vehicle for combinations with a GCW above 3500kg may require a tachograph if used for commercial purposes and the driver must obey Drivers Hours regulations. Similarly Operator licensing may apply. For information see https://www.gov.uk/g...es-and-guidance https://www.gov.uk/g...nsing_Guide.pdf Technical terms used above Chassis plate - plate or sticker affixed by the manufacturer specifying the maximum weights allowed. It is often found on a front door sill. For HGVs, the maximum weights will be specified on the Ministry Plate (or Plating Certificate VTG) issued by VOSA/DVSA. Information displayed on a typical chassis plate on a car, and what it means: Ford Manufacturer e11*2001/116*0045 Type approval number WAE123DEFGH123456 VIN (vehicle identification number) 2235 Gross Vehicle Weight - GVW 4235 Gross Combination Weight - GCW 1050 Front axle - maximum load 1230 Rear axle - maximum load GVW - Gross Vehicle Weight. This is specified by the manufacturer and it means the maximum permitted weight of the vehicle or trailer when fully laden. It is the unladen weight of a vehicle plus the maximum permitted payload. Also known as Maximum Permissible Mass, item F1 on the V5C. GCW - Gross Combination Weight. This is specified by the manufacturer of the towing vehicle and it means the maximum weight of the combination which can be towed (i.e. towing vehicle and trailer). Also known as Gross Train Weight (GTW). To help find the maximum weight of trailer that can be towed, you could subtract the GVW of the towing vehicle from the GCW. (in this example a 2000kg trailer would be permitted). However if the towing vehicle is not fully laden, any spare weight capacity can be used by the trailer, so long as the GCW and trailer GVW are not exceeded. Payload - the maximum weight of the load that can be carried on a vehicle. (Can be calculated: GVW minus the unladen weight of a vehicle).

Blimey. Think I'll get the Puck on the scales and work out the curbsite weight then do the same with the 2B. I haven't gotten around to sorting the VIN plate out yet but sure it will all work out correctly

You may need to do a bit more searching for the Chassis receipt

I know some people have done it so decided to buy myself a little puck for nights away. At 450kg it seems the kiddie for the job. However, while inspecting my V5 so I can wave a copy at any helpful police officers that inquire, I noticed an absence of towing weights etc on the document. Any ideas chaps?

May try and work one into the boot to adjust handbrake cable

OK, I'll have to have a look to see what I can use. I'm going to look at a Focus ST170 and am hoping to use the Engine, Steering and hubs front and back on a one off RHE chassis. As the chassis has never officially been sold, I will be able to sort out a receipt no problem I have a MT75 knocking about but need to think about the Diff. Have most of the remaining parts knocking about and will make up a wiring loom. Panals will be SS (or polished Ali) and Carbon.