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Panhard & Levessor 35CV Monoplace (1926)
DIR By: Scotty
Date: June 14, 2021, 9:45 am
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PREAMBLE
Let me start this “Build Journal” by putting my cards firmly on
the table.
I am a BUREAUCRAT; there I’ve said it, and it feels good.
Why did I reveal all? Well, it’s like a recovering alcoholic,
and the answer is quite simple. Not only am I Scottish (accident
by birth and proud), no I am or I should say I was, by
profession, a Civil Servant. That in itself is hard to admit but
it gets worse, a lot worse.
I was a Tax Inspector.
Now I know a number of you have been revolted by these shocking
revelations and will immediately hit the “delete button”
calling, no demanding, that Stefan cast me out from this august
fellowship but fellow builders can I not appeal to your
compassionate natures and can you not find it in your heart of
hearts to welcome and embrace into your fold, a misfit such as
I, giving this sinner a second chance.
I am a reformed person, seeking advice and encouragement,
willing to change my ways, well up to a point.
What I am trying to say, from the very outset is that within
these hallowed builders circle I am, what one would technically
refer to as, “an idiot”. This I know, accept and more
importantly can live with.
The mention of things like “dipstick threads TPI’s & UNC’s” not
to mention the conversation thread I noted about someone’s “BIG
END” made me glaze over and filled me with feelings of
inadequacy, sending me scurrying to the safety of a darkened
room from where I hope to eventually reappear a little the less
for wear, but still emotionally scarred for life.
What I am trying to say within this preamble is that I have ZERO
engineering knowledge or ability AND because of this, within
this journal, there will be a complete absence or reference to
any technical phrases or terminology, just plain and simple
text, “I hope”.
The build will be undertaken on the K.I.S.S. (keep it simple
stupid) principal and I will be internalizing this every step of
the way. Not only that, I am a firm believer in, “not trying to
reinvent the wheel”. If someone before you has spent time and
effort developing a way to construct “a kart” over a period of
years then perhaps one should spend time listening to what they
have to say, AND take on board their advice and guidance.
Throughout this journey from “Bolts Bits and Blunders”, I hope
to emerge at the other side the proud owner of a complete,
working and fully functioning cyclekart.
Well let me dream.
Invariably there will be mistakes AND problems along this
winding road to completion but like every good Civil Servant
knows they will all be attributed to someone other than myself.
Happy Building and stay safe.
SCOTTY
#Post#: 4113--------------------------------------------------
Re: Panhard & Levessor 35CV Monoplace (1926)
DIR By: chrisenamels
Date: June 14, 2021, 10:23 am
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I dare say we can pardon you your past history, particularly
since you've decided to build such a stunning car. you'll find
we're quite patient and helpful, explaining things like how to
remove your governor, and oil sensor.
Chris
#Post#: 4114--------------------------------------------------
Re: Panhard & Levessor 35CV Monoplace (1926)
DIR By: StefanN
Date: June 14, 2021, 10:29 am
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A fine choice of inspiration car with many cyclekart-friendly
characteristics. I'm sure you build a splendid machine. Good
luck.
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Re: Panhard & Levessor 35CV Monoplace (1926)
DIR By: Scotty
Date: June 14, 2021, 10:32 am
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Thank you Gentlemen for those kind words of encouragement, I
will strive to reach the high standards set, and attained by
others.
Regards,
Scotty
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Re: Panhard & Levessor 35CV Monoplace (1926)
DIR By: TheGiantTribble
Date: June 14, 2021, 11:44 am
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Hay, whilst you are in the CK bubble that's all that matters, as
to what you d in the real world, well it stays in the real
world!
;D
What a great looking inspiration car, and yes the KISS principle
will stand you in good stead.
Re questions...Ask away, the only stupid question is the one you
don't ask.
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Re: Panhard & Levessor 35CV Monoplace (1926)
DIR By: Scotty
Date: June 14, 2021, 3:16 pm
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Thank Bill for your support and encouragement.
Regards
Scotty
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