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Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 16th June 2016, 07:46
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
I am sure you know this already but there are...

I am sure you know this already but there are several types of coil depending on use. They have different specs - mainly the resistance. The list includes at least:

Coil for normal ignition - no...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 14th July 2015, 20:10
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
Good job I used a 325 rad then :-)

Good job I used a 325 rad then :-)
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 14th July 2015, 07:36
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
That looks like a later one. Looks like its in...

That looks like a later one. Looks like its in very good condition!
Mine is from an earlier E30 (Pre face lift?) and has a seperate header tank.

Must have a picture somewhere.... Aha - and yer...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 13th July 2015, 07:39
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
And I should have added that my side bonnet...

And I should have added that my side bonnet panels are well louvered meaning there is plenty of chance for the hot air to escape - an often overlooked point.

I think having 4 cores just means...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 12th July 2015, 17:23
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
Its about 18.5 inches wide and 19.5 inches high...

Its about 18.5 inches wide and 19.5 inches high at the n/s where the top hose connects. About 18.5 inches high on the o/s. There is a reasonable lines drawing on aaronradiator.co.uk part no 2bw133....
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 11th July 2015, 20:51
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
I used a standard (early) BMW E30 325 rad in the...

I used a standard (early) BMW E30 325 rad in the Sportster. Its fairly narrow and keeps the 2500 6 cool with no problem. I can measure it if you like. It was pretty cheap as I remember although that...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 21st March 2015, 16:45
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
When experimenting I got fair results using a...

When experimenting I got fair results using a circle of scotchbrite on a stick. I used wd40 as a lubricant. If you have the patience small circles ~1" overlapped to look like quarters seems to look...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 20th March 2015, 19:19
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
When I investigated engine turned finish I was...

When I investigated engine turned finish I was told alluminium, with the occaisonal coat of furniture polish, was the best solution. And considerably easier than stainless!

Cheers, Robin
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 11th March 2015, 07:24
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
The rivet clamps come from the aerospace industry...

The rivet clamps come from the aerospace industry and are used to temporarily clamp panels together during the riveting process. They simply fit through the rivet holes. There are two types - sprung...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 9th March 2015, 11:01
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
Just catching up with this thread :-) Copper...

Just catching up with this thread :-)

Copper is generally frowned on for fuel lines (and brake lines) as it work hardens with vibration and then cracks. I believe thats the reason it is not...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 26th February 2015, 08:21
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
That grill is exactly the same as the one in my...

That grill is exactly the same as the one in my old Triumph based Marlin that I built - ahem - over 30 years ago. I can still remember the sore fingers after weaving the wires. The frame, as I recall...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 16th February 2015, 18:39
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
Try Rivetwise. I have used several hundred on the...

Try Rivetwise. I have used several hundred on the Pembleton. They do closed end rivets which are much better if riveting into a box section. They also do rivets with a stainless mandrel but they are...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 8th January 2015, 14:48
Replies: 278
Views: 108,874
Posted By MartinClan
As you probably know there is a requirement in...

As you probably know there is a requirement in the IVA of a minimum height for the turning point of the seatbelt - presumably to avoid back injury as you mentioned. On the Sportster most of us fitted...
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