Lee
Yes the foundry mentioned the shrinkage issue. However the blank I have is
actually slightly larger than a fully machined uprite off my car. My assumption
was to allow for machining tolerances, but it now appears it was intentional
to allow for the shrinkage issue.
As I own two SR 6’s I can absolutely verify they will fit. The individual car
my have been modified in the past however so the #10 casting mark is the the
beta check to insure fitment.
Thanks for the input and replies. If I can get two more confirmations (2 more
uprites) I will proceed. The proposed turn around time will be 6-8 weeks.
Tom
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On Nov 28, 2018, at 8:46 PM, Richard Benson <rbenson@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Tom,
Sign me up for two of those if you were able verify they will work on our
SR5/6 Bobsys.
Thanks for doing the leg work!
Dick Benson
From: bobsy_talk-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx <bobsy_talk-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> On
Behalf Of Robert Alder
Sent: Wednesday, November 28, 2018 8:00 PM
To: bobsy_talk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: A Bobsy Talk Email: Bobsy Rear Uprights
Tom,
Heck, I'd be interested in buying one (or maybe two) just to have on and.
Getting the machine work if/when needed would be far better than not having a
blank in the spares box. Blanks are good so folks who have done stuff
(different caliper mounting holes, , maybe a different half shaft bearing,
etc) could do same on a new blank. Plus I need to have at least one on hand
to replace the one I sold to you. :-):-)
What was I thinking?
Bob Alder
On 11/28/2018 7:28 PM, Tom Quaranto wrote:
Gents
The other day I was able to locate and purchase an un machined #10 rear
uprite, thanks to Bob Alder. According to Don Anderson this uprite fits the
SR 5&6 chassis. The #10 mark is cast into the uprite so it is easily
identifiable.
Today I spoke with a foundry and I am considering having a few made using the
original blank I just purchased as master for the moulding process. The
purpose of this email is to gauge interest among the community for purchasing
spares which as you all know are unavailable.
The piece will have to be cast in aluminum as I am unable to locate a foundry
that casts in magnesium. The up side is the parts will be hardened to T-6
spec (aircraft grade) utilizing 3000 series aluminum alloy. The down side is
an approximately 40% weight increase. Based upon quotes today I hope to be
able to offer the uprites for approximately $500.00 each in an un machined
state.
Please reply with any interest or comments. Thanks
Best Regards
Tom Quaranto
Chassis # 18
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On Nov 19, 2018, at 6:34 PM, Don Anderson <donandersonracing@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
Frank,
I'm sure the cost could be lower, if amortized over several pairs. Since the
SR5 / 6 uprights are the same left and right, with brake caliper tabs on the
front and back, they all could be made the same. If you can get combined
order, and have one good upright to digitize, I would contact my friend, who
did mine:
Gary Hickman
Edge Engineering
https://www.edgecnc.com/
Gary can make anything.
https://www.edgecnc.com/our-work.html
He builds Formula 1000 cars, and makes EVERY piece, from the uprights, stub
axles, chassis, suspension, bodywork from scratch, etc.
Driving himself, he finished 2nd at the 2017 SCCA Runoffs, and won this year
in his own car.
https://www.scca.com/articles/2010606-rice-survives-formula-1000-chaos-for-maiden-win
Don
On Mon, Nov 19, 2018 at 3:19 PM fslejko@xxxxxxxxxxxx <fslejko@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:
Don, 2 pair? That comes to $1500 each. Not all that out of sight. If
there are 5 of us who would combine order it might become affordable.
Something to think about. I had mine welded but next season will tell if
they hold up.
All the Best,
Frank L. Slejko
303-877-5365
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From: Don Anderson <donandersonracing@xxxxxxxxx>
Date: 11/19/18 3:48 PM (GMT-07:00)
To: BobsyTalk <bobsy_talk@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: A Bobsy Talk Email: Re: Rear uprites
Tom,
Yes it was expensive, $6,000 to digitize and make 2 pairs.
But, it was my only option, if I wanted to get the car back together, using
the existing suspension parts.
There are numerous generic Formula and Sports Racer uprights available if
you're not staying original.
Don
On Mon, Nov 19, 2018, 2:35 PM Tom Quaranto <tquan277@xxxxxxxxx wrote:
Don
Those are beautiful bits. I talked with a local machinist who informed me to
digitize my uprites and carve them out of billet would be major dollars! On
the order of several thousand of them. He suggested fabricating the uprites
using 6061 T6 plate 3/8” thick and thick tube stock for hub area. Weld up in
a jig then have the assembly cryo treated to reharden it back to T6. I’m a
pretty good tig welder but I thought if I could find a used piece I’d be way
ahead in the end.
Thanks for all the input gents! Glad to live in the states and don’t have to
deal with the FIA process.
Tom Quaranto
Chassis #18
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On Nov 19, 2018, at 1:39 PM, Allan Bach Soerensen
<allanbachsoerensen@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
One off 1959 Saxon-DKW with FIA ATP
So its possible
Den man. 19. nov. 2018 kl. 20.50 skrev Robert Alder <r.alder@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>:
On 11/19/2018 10:51 AM, Allan Bach Soerensen wrote:
Lets talk about FIA 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣😃
No, let's not. We yanks have it so good. My sympathies to you, Allan,
having to put up with those guys. :-(
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