Classic 2CV Racing Club

Classic 2CV Racing Club Ltd Forum => Economy Class => Topic started by: Danny b on November 06, 2011, 21:32:29

Title: looking at joining economy class so few questions..
Post by: Danny b on November 06, 2011, 21:32:29
Hi all, Just prepping my 2cv at the moment and I think this class will be perfect for me to start in and keep costs down ;D
I like the idea of the belgium arms mod so is this allowed in economy class? I have also read that adjustable shocks are a no so what non adjustable shock would be advised? Think I pretty much understand the rest of the regs but any other hints tips or general advise would be welcomed.

many thanks
Danny
Title: Re: looking at joining economy class so few questions..
Post by: Derek Coghill on November 06, 2011, 22:37:49
Do you have, or have access to, gas welding equipment? You can uprate your standard shock absorbers if you do......

Drill out the dent, drain existing oil, clean surface, braze on a nut, refill shock with oil of choice, seal with bolt and copper washer.

Hey presto, cheap damping upgrade.....
Title: Re: looking at joining economy class so few questions..
Post by: Danny b on November 06, 2011, 22:43:04
awsome.. yes I have oxy/acet gas equipment  8) Thats a great tip!
Title: Re: looking at joining economy class so few questions..
Post by: Bart van Wijngaarden on November 08, 2011, 19:08:57
Hi Danny, you can find some more info about upgrading standard dampers here: http://snail.s4.bizhat.com/viewtopic.php?t=85&mforum=snail (http://snail.s4.bizhat.com/viewtopic.php?t=85&mforum=snail)
Title: Re: looking at joining economy class so few questions..
Post by: Richard hollis on November 08, 2011, 23:50:55
Hi Danny,

I understand you are in Northamptonshire. I live in Wellingborough and i ran a car in the economy class last year so if you need any advice or want to come and look at a car then let me know       - email address is [email protected]
Title: Re: looking at joining economy class so few questions..
Post by: Danny b on November 09, 2011, 12:17:41
Thanks for the link.
Richard I live in rushden so very close, be nice if I can come for a look.

Thanks
Danny
Title: Re: looking at joining economy class so few questions..
Post by: Trevor Williams on November 11, 2011, 09:50:22
Don't forget to measure the volume of oil that comes out! Ran for a couple of seasons a few years back on this modification. Works fine and is a good budget alternative to adjustable shocks