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m_rayfield - 1/4/02 at 08:54 PM

I've currently got the two-section type prop straight from a Mk II Escort.
Somehow this is supposed to become a single section prop shaft of a more appropriate length for a locost.
How have people overcome this feat of wizardry?
Is there anyone who does this sort of thing for a decent (read low ) amount of money?

Thanks for any advice and/or words or warning.


theconrodkid - 1/4/02 at 09:08 PM

Measure how long you want the prop taking into account it slides in the box,cut the middle bit out marking a line down the entire length before cutting,put it in some 2"angle iron if you have a bit of tube bigger than prop slide it on the outside line up marks and weld easy peasy


UncleFista - 1/4/02 at 09:50 PM

Bradford close enough ?

http://www.propshaft.co.uk/

Dunno about prices though. The propshaft ISN'T going to be something I'm gonna be bodging so it'd be nice to have an idea of a price if you do get a quote
A 6000rpm flaying piece of whirling death isn't something I'm leaving to chance with my welding


JohnFol - 2/4/02 at 07:21 AM

I was advised I could get one made to measure and delivered from AutoProps of Gatwick for £106 inc. VAT and delivery. Couldn't find their full details so managed to get one through the free-ads for £30
Look out for anyone breaking an 1100.


stephen_gusterson - 2/4/02 at 08:48 AM

quote:
I was advised I could get one made to measure and delivered from AutoProps of Gatwick for £106 inc. VAT and delivery. Couldn't find their full details so managed to get one through the free-ads for £30
Look out for anyone breaking an 1100.



I got mine from reco-prop. All brand new parts, to length, at 123 quid plus vat.

Again, I agree. I dont want to be cut in half cos my welding wasnt what I thought it was!


ATB

Steve