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  1. WTB: Supertrapp "stuff"

    in LBTS GLWS

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    Looking for some 5" discs (or a bunch of 5" discs) and caps for a project - looking to build a pair of back up mufflers in case the new car doesn't meet sound requirements.  New. bigger pipes mean I can't use my 4" stuff easily.  LMK if you have some laying around.

    Thanks!

  3. Old, new, transfer...WTF guy

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    Following the CR herd over to the new combo site.  40+ year SCCA member, crapcan (Champcar) driver - seat renter, and currently working on restoring a SCCA GT1 Fiero.  Sitting in the wings (and for sale) is a LeMons / SCCA Enduro / Champcar Fiero project and a couple of 125cc shifter karts.

    Nothing really "fun" in the way of street cars - to much time and money in race car stuff....

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  5. Critique my garage build plan

    in Passing Lane

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    Craig, thanks again for walking me through your process! I really appreciate the call.

     

    Went to the local commission meeting and it was also interesting.

    There were 4 garage variances brought up at the zoning and variance committee last week, 2 were recommended and 2 weren't (voted down). However after that they all still go to the local commission. They all passed pretty easily at the commission meeting yesterday. My local commissioner did voice his opinion that he doesn't like the taller garages, however he did still vote 2 of them up. So that could be a hurdle. He did seem reasonable so I hope with our story, why we are doing what we are doing VS some other way that wouldn't need a variance, we can win him over. I could follow them to the BZA but I don't imagine they'll see any issues there.

     

    You're very welcome. Try to ask the details on why they voted down the two garages (if possible). Sometimes it's just aesthetics (exterior finishes) / failure to "blend in" with the neighborhood. Once we explained how we were matching roof pitch to the house, exterior finished/details to match house we had no issues. Also, depends on the number of variances needed. In our case, the square footage of the garage itself and the placement on the lot were fine. The variance itself was on total square footage - or in other words, to allow us to keep the existing attached garage.

     

    In your case, with no existing garage and a (relatively) minor overage on square footage, it trim/finishes have it matching the house, I would think it would be relatively easy. As to the height, take a look at the ones being built on North Broadway - two story garages that match the houses....

  6. Critique my garage build plan

    in Passing Lane

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    Just went through the variance project with Columbus in 2019-2020 (43214 zip, but not Clintonville). We built a 720 sq ft garage in while retaining our oversized 2 car attached (2 garages w/~1318 total sq ft) . Put in 60a electric, no gas or plumbing. Shoot me a PM if you want to discuss, hear more firsthand about the process (more details than I car to type out...)

  9. Hanging a Go-Kart on a wall?

    in Passing Lane

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    Aside from being from the late 1950's and having not run since 1993, my 6'5" fat ass can't fit in the thing anyway and nobody would probably let us run on the track since it is an antique that would kill you if you look at it funny. But....it was a pretty high end kart for 1958 and has all these cool things like triple 1bbl carbs, a belt drive posi, a clutch, and a ton of contingency stickers from races in the 50's.

     

    Actually, there is quite an active group of folks racing vintage karts - and the values for restored karts are (relatively) big money!

     

    Hooks for the frame or "cups" for the wheels would be the way to go. Instead of Unistrut, weld up a frame out of 1/2" or 3/4 square tube that lines up with studs, hang the frame and add kart!

  12. Trailer Rental needed (maybe)

    in Other Stuff

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    A lot of "maybe" here.

     

    I may have an opportunity to acquire a car - but it's in California. Exploring options to get it (and an extensive spares package) back to OH. The various truck rental places are insane for "one-way" rentals. I might have a "Uship" option, but also looking at just going to get it myself if it happens. Currently I am "trailerless" - long story...

     

    Looking to possibly rent/borrow and enclosed trailer 8x20 (ish) for a week (5 days?) to go retrieve it "IF" it happens as an option.

     

    Let me know if you might be interested/willing/able.

  13. Clist find of the day

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  18. RV Storage needed

    in LBTS GLWS

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    It's the anti vehicle mentality in most places...

    Columbus used to allow parking on "an improved surface" that included gravel. That was my plan when I built my new garage for an RV storage spot, but no more! Now it must be a "hard surface" (paved) and you need to file a "site plan" (and pay $90 for the "privilege").

  20. This is a great CList ad...

    in Dumpster

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    https://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/d/columbus-buck-sticker-on-the-ford/7345664341.html

     

    and for those of you too lazy to click the link..you know who you are:

     

    A big buck sticker on the back window suggests the owner is the outdoorsy type and not afraid to leave the cave and hunt for his food. To augment the owners already diversified resume is a Lowe’s pro sticker, signifying that the owner is fearless when it comes to tackling home improvement projects. Truck is absolutely loaded! Has realtree camo floor mats, custom cup holders are machine crafted from real plastic!! Another feature is an aftermarket stereo, fitted neatly into the dash by several pieces of cardboard wedged precisely in the correct locations

     

    And yet he disappoints by failing to include pics of theses key "features"!

     

    Or a "brilliant" tease to get you to come look..... :yuno:

  21. Remember When Downtown Was Transformed Into A Racetrack?

    in Passing Lane

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    3 years I worked as a pit marshal. "Partied at the Pen" - the first year worker party was at the old Ohio State Penitentiary - also where worker registration was held. Pit lane was a compromise with a 180 degree turn around on Broad right at the entrance to Veteran's Memorial. Made for some interesting driving.

    My wife was working at a printing company and did cover artwork for the programs one year.

     

    Yes, Columbus was cooler, more balanced in its views then.

  23. WTB: 4.3 GM 90 degree V6 race motor parts

    in LBTS GLWS

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    Looking for a few specific spare bits, and some general stuff for a spare motor build for the tube frame Fiero (pic in sig). Just in case someone has some stuff (or knows someone with some stuff)....

    Aluminum Block (large journal preferred)

    Pontiac Aluminum Heads

    Pontiac Intake

    Odd fire crank

    Odd fire MSD distributor

    May consider some Chevy heads - send the casting numbers, there are (at least) 3 variants that I know of so far.

     

    I know it's a longshot, but gotta look in all places to round this stuff up. Missed an aluminum block & stuff that sold already in Akron area. Got some leads on some other parts, but all with iron block so far.

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