kendo
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 posted on 24/1/07 at 12:13 PM |
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Do SVA Testers build kitcars?
Just read one of the previous posts and it got me wondering. Do we know of any SVA testers who have or arebuilding a kit car?
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jos
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| posted on 24/1/07 at 12:15 PM |
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Yup I know of 1
.: Motorsport / motor racing circuit / track wall art Apex Traxs :.
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RazMan
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| posted on 24/1/07 at 12:26 PM |
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My tester just finished a GTM and he also had 14 bikes!
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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macnab
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| posted on 24/1/07 at 12:39 PM |
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I wouldn’t be surprised as normally car people would go for that job anyway.
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russbost
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| posted on 24/1/07 at 01:28 PM |
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I wouldn’t be surprised as normally car people would go for that job anyway.
Not necessarily the one that tested mine (a right PITA) owned a Citroen 2CV IIRC - does that qualify as a car???
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worX
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| posted on 24/1/07 at 01:46 PM |
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I'm sure it's nottingham tester, drives an adapted "book-built". royal blue and Ali sides, VX engine (don't know which
one) just had a new (mahoosive) exhaust, that is gorgeous, and to top it all off, he is an absolutely sorted bloke that always runs an £5each tyres
whether it be track day or road.
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kendo
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| posted on 24/1/07 at 02:39 PM |
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Still pondering
I suppose what's going through my mind is if we have some of these guys "onboard", as it were, could we develop a resource using
their knowledge and our gripes that would improve the hit rate on first time passes.
I suppose they could use it as customer feedback and a tool for improving the published info or their service.
What a wonderful world it would be.......
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locoboy
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| posted on 24/1/07 at 03:37 PM |
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I know one too
ATB
Locoboy
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JamJah
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| posted on 24/1/07 at 07:06 PM |
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Problem with that is its not the testers that are the problem with SVA. its the ability to interpret the rules as they see fit.
This is personal advise or personal opinion.
Constructive comments gratefully recieved, picking is left for noses.
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DarrenW
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| posted on 24/1/07 at 07:53 PM |
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I dare bet they have our website address in their favourites list.
Hello Mr Gosforth
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JoelP
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| posted on 24/1/07 at 08:14 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by kendo
I suppose what's going through my mind is if we have some of these guys "onboard", as it were, could we develop a resource using
their knowledge and our gripes that would improve the hit rate on first time passes.
i think the tester/s who post on the forum want to remain anonymous to avoid having people pester them for inside info!
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kendo
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| posted on 25/1/07 at 08:55 AM |
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Probably right
You're probably right. It must be like being a football referee.
Ah! The nail has been hit squarely on the head. Interpretation!
I just think it would be good to pool together what the most common serious failures that arise at SVA. Headlamp alignment etc wouldn't count,
as from what I can gather, most people are allowed to have a fiddle and correct things like that on the day.
If we are trying to be locost why go to SVA almost expecting to pay for a re-test?
Sorry if this is a bit of a yawn I'm just of the "get it right first time" school of thought. Particullary when we are talking
about safety critical aspects.
Anyway I'll shut up now. Hurrah they cried!
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RazMan
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| posted on 25/1/07 at 11:19 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by kendo
If we are trying to be locost why go to SVA almost expecting to pay for a re-test?
Sorry if this is a bit of a yawn I'm just of the "get it right first time" school of thought. Particullary when we are talking
about safety critical aspects.
That was my philosophy when I went for my test (in fact I passed first time)
IMO there is a market for a 'pre SVA' test - someone who is prepared to visit the car at home and point out the obvious failures and offer
advice on improvements etc.
I have said this before but I really think that driving a newly built car to an SVA appointment is madness before it has been checked out by a
professional. I heard all kinds of horror stories from my SVA tester about wheels falling off, suspension collapsing and general breakdowns happening
on the way to the test  These would all be avoided if a 'pre test' inspection was carried out first - nothing too technical but just a
bit of tyre kicking and common sense.
[Edited on 25-1-07 by RazMan]
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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Hellfire
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| posted on 25/1/07 at 01:04 PM |
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The problem is that SVA centres are too inconsistent in the way they interpret and enforce the regulations. Each SVA test centre is different. To have
a vehicle checked over by someone prior to SVA, will cost money and wouldn't be just a quick check and a tyre kick. They'd need to check
all nuts and bolts are tight, fluids are correct etc, etc and in todays blame/claim culture, they will be reluctant to give any sort of assurances
that the vehicle is safe to drive on the public highway or will pass the SVA test. Even if they were prepared to do this, it would be madness without
some form of financial backing from insurance companies and the like, should anything fail. These costs would have to passed on to the customer.
Anyone who has concerns about parts falling off their vehicle on the way to SVA, should check, double check and then check again to make certain that
they aren't putting themselves or anyone else at risk by driving their vehicle on a public highway.
These checks and a basic MOT is about as much as you can do, to ensure your vehicle won't fall apart on its way. If anyone is concerned about
their ability to check nuts and bolts they should either trailer the vehicle to SVA, not bother building one at all, or understand and accept the
risks and consequences involved in building a car themselves.
Just my 2p worth..........
Phil
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