Why The Prototypes Have To Wait On The Engine

[NSTG8R]

It was explaining that the prototypes can't be built until the engine has finished testing. this is because any vibration problems could cause the motor mounts to be moved as much as an inch or two in order to damp out the vibration. At least, that's what EM told me on the phone. Of course, cash is a part of the timing as well.

Yes, thank you, that was the topic.

Actually, there's a ton of number crunching going on involved to make sure the engine doesn't destroy itself, or the frame, while it's operating at different rpms. Don't ask me, I just build stuff, but I am impressed with some of the retired/current Engineers input....I'm always taking notes.

 

[Rickb]

It was explaining that the prototypes can't be built until the engine has finished testing. this is because any vibration problems could cause the motor mounts to be moved as much as an inch or two in order to damp out the vibration. At least, that's what EM told me on the phone. Of course, cash is a part of the timing as well.

Thanks for the review and getting us back on track. MONEY.

 

[outsydthebox]

Thanks for the review and getting us back on track. MONEY.

Ah yes, money!
One thing Paul is good at, is finding the right "professionals" to do the job right. Maybe he should find a professional "print shop"?

 

[Bert]

(note to self, see where the vibration dampner is mounted)
I may get Wifey in my Elio yet!!!

 

[Rickb]

Perhaps the vibration damper should be optional.

 

[Bert]

If you have any fillings in your teeth, you'll know it's not.. LOL

 

[wheaters]

I see some bug-eye headlight mods in the future! I want you to have one too, Wheaters!

My Liege has bolt on headlights, maybe that would be part of the answer. Trouble is, the existing headlights would need to be removed because only one pair is allowed to be fitted to the vehicle. It would need some thought but the easiest thing would be to request P3 body panels.

We called bug eyed Sprites "Frog eyed Sprites" over here. More usually known as "sprog eyed frights". The handling was a bit exciting....

 

[RUCRAYZE]

If you have any fillings in your teeth, you'll know it's not.. LOL

Not a problem, just pop out my dentures and I'm good to go!!

 

[wizard of ahs]

Anybody know when the "unveiling" of the new engine is now ???

 

[JEBar]

Anybody know when the "unveiling" of the new engine is now ???

my hope is they will release a new date in their weekly emailing but who knows ....