Latest project adjustable spreader bar
May 12, 2021 | 07:55 PM
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Burning Brakes
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May 12, 2021 | 08:01 PM
Le Mans Master
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I got one of those although temporarily no pics. Really a great piece you make David!😀😀😀
May 13, 2021 | 01:10 PM
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I like the titanium idea, strong and light. How did you manage the thread tapping toughness with that material?
May 13, 2021 | 01:13 PM
Racer
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Looks good, Intrigued by the idea
May 13, 2021 | 05:30 PM
Melting Slicks
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Did you use Ti bar or tube?
May 13, 2021 | 05:40 PM
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Burning Brakes
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I can answer two questions with one picture. Threads are single point turned on cnc.
May 13, 2021 | 05:44 PM
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Burning Brakes
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Close up picture of threads.
May 13, 2021 | 05:54 PM
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You used anti-seize right?
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May 13, 2021 | 10:15 PM
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Burning Brakes
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I will use anti-seize at final install and may clear coat paint the area of contact. The brackets are going to get plated / coated before final install.
May 13, 2021 | 10:39 PM
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$44.50 per lb. if you catch it on sale
May 16, 2021 | 10:04 AM
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May 16, 2021 | 12:30 PM
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$44.50 per lb. if you catch it on sale
Still cheaper than plywood these days.
May 16, 2021 | 02:28 PM
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True,,, but my steel one only weighs as much as a large mug of coffee,,,and cost less than three pounds of coffee,,,
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I must need a coffee,,
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.Nice job,,,
Jul 3, 2021 | 10:51 AM
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Jul 3, 2021 | 11:10 AM
Melting Slicks
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2024 C3 of the Year Finalist- Modified
Fully adjustable in all directions 😳 ???
Jul 3, 2021 | 11:42 AM
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