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Post by Magilla on Sept 4, 2014 20:54:39 GMT -5
Has anyone looked at Tri Pod Cars, and what do you think?
Tri Pod Cars
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Post by skifffz1to3 on Sept 5, 2014 4:53:57 GMT -5
Yes, I like it...Just got the plans. Looking for a welder now.
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Post by Magilla on Sept 5, 2014 6:51:57 GMT -5
I ordered a set of plans and waiting for them to be delivered. Where are you located? I am in the USA. With the plans do you get a list of parts, spindles, brakes & rotors, steering, and all the little stuff you never think of until you need it.
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Post by skifffz1to3 on Sept 5, 2014 10:00:37 GMT -5
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Post by skifffz1to3 on Sept 5, 2014 10:00:52 GMT -5
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Post by mtntech on Sept 5, 2014 12:01:49 GMT -5
I guess that means having to wear helmets and have to have an M license here in the US.
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Post by skifffz1to3 on Sept 5, 2014 13:54:14 GMT -5
Yup.
Elio has reportedly obtained helmet exemptions in 45 US states so far. Will be following their success in that area closely. Could the chassis be modified to fit in same category as Elio? Who knows? Wearing a helmet is not a deal killer for me. If one wishes to not wear one, might I suggest a Miata? 
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Post by Liteway on Sept 5, 2014 14:20:44 GMT -5
In Okla. nobody over 21 is required to wear a helmet for any type vehicle. Nonetheless , for a low trike like the Tri Pod with a plexi windshield made for viewing over, not through, rocks or bugs hard enough to feel like rocks can find their way to your face.
I think of a helmet as a little sanctuary for the head with wind ,noise and crash protection. A fullface helmet and balaclava keep you snug when the temps drop.
They are not so attractive in summer though, and turn into a little sweat box. Got caught out once wearing a ball cap and sunglasses in a July thunderstorm. Face was bleeding from quarter size hailstone hits by the time I could reach shelter.
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Post by skifffz1to3 on Sept 5, 2014 14:28:39 GMT -5
I like the little sanctuary thought...never left home without it.
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Post by Magilla on Sept 5, 2014 17:43:10 GMT -5
Skifffz I live not far in Toms River NJ. I have a CNC Plasma table and a small machine shop if you need any help with fabricating part.
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Post by skifffz1to3 on Sept 5, 2014 20:13:01 GMT -5
Thanks, I'll keep that in mind. Once the afore mentioned deal is locked in, I'll have more liberty to discuss current and future plans.
Cheers,
PS NJ is only a days drive...
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Post by mtntech on Sept 5, 2014 22:32:59 GMT -5
In Oregon there is a classification for an enclosed cab motorcycle. It does not require a helmet or an M endorsement. It is a good thing that Elio has had some success in changing some of the disparity between different states laws in regards to motorcycles. The Elio is an enclosed cab motorcycle BTW.
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Post by DaveJ98092 on Sept 7, 2014 11:35:29 GMT -5
In Oregon there is a classification for an enclosed cab motorcycle. It does not require a helmet or an M endorsement. It is a good thing that Elio has had some success in changing some of the disparity between different states laws in regards to motorcycles. The Elio is an enclosed cab motorcycle BTW. About the same up here in Washington. If its open, you sit ON it like a bike and has handle bars it is a trike and you must have both a motorcycle and sidecar/trike endorsement. If you sit in it like a car and it has a steeringwheel you need just a drivers license without any motorcycle/trike/sidecar endorsements. |
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Post by mtntech on Sept 8, 2014 16:53:35 GMT -5
In Oregon there is a classification for an enclosed cab motorcycle. It does not require a helmet or an M endorsement. It is a good thing that Elio has had some success in changing some of the disparity between different states laws in regards to motorcycles. The Elio is an enclosed cab motorcycle BTW. About the same up here in Washington. If its open, you sit ON it like a bike and has handle bars it is a trike and you must have both a motorcycle and sidecar/trike endorsement. If you sit in it like a car and it has a steeringwheel you need just a drivers license without any motorcycle/trike/sidecar endorsements. So if you bought a Polaris Slingshot in the State of Washington you wouldn't need a motorcycle endorsement to drive it? |
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Post by DaveJ98092 on Sept 8, 2014 17:56:48 GMT -5
About the same up here in Washington. If its open, you sit ON it like a bike and has handle bars it is a trike and you must have both a motorcycle and sidecar/trike endorsement. If you sit in it like a car and it has a steeringwheel you need just a drivers license without any motorcycle/trike/sidecar endorsements. NOT NEEDED! Just a motor vehicle license for a car. Not even sure if a helmet would be required but I would wear one anyway. Nice, huh?  Look here: www.dol.wa.gov/driverslicense/needendorsement.html |
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Post by mtntech on Sept 9, 2014 0:42:56 GMT -5
So if you bought a Polaris Slingshot in the State of Washington you wouldn't need a motorcycle endorsement to drive it? NOT NEEDED! Just a motor vehicle license for a car. Not even sure if a helmet would be required but I would wear one anyway. Nice, huh? Look here: www.dol.wa.gov/driverslicense/needendorsement.htmlCool. |
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Post by DaveJ98092 on Sept 9, 2014 0:55:20 GMT -5
And it is still a Motorcycle so you can use the HOV lane all day long with just one person on board. Cool indeed. |
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Post by Magilla on Sept 13, 2014 12:08:55 GMT -5
Stiffz, how long did it take to get your plans? I ordered them about two weeks ago.
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Post by skifffz1to3 on Sept 13, 2014 21:57:26 GMT -5
You should see them very soon. PM me with your name and contact info (as in how you ordered the plans) I'll check on them for you. OR email at skifffz1@gmail.com
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Post by skifffz1to3 on Sept 16, 2014 19:51:34 GMT -5
Magilla,
You should see your plans any day now. The T-shirts were on back order, so they will come a little later.
Cheers,
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