I’ll take them, please. PM’d ya.edsnova40687.8114930556

  Paul ,,these cars are made in indonesia and brought to Knoxville by Ross Marshall I was in one just the other day and was talking to him the car is 5 inch. wider than a real TD and 12 inches longer  the one i was in had all leather gut tan and was BRG the car “passes US front.,,,rear and side crash test” 2.0 Toyota ,5 speed ” looking for a p…[Read more]

 BDriver first welcome to the group ,.I have a Chevette  powered TD f/f a little under powered but will do 60 all day long I never did a long interstate drive most of the time 30 will do just fine , as for the top, some time you do need it up rather watch the weatherit takes longer to put the top up than change the oil I have zip on side c…[Read more]

Hmm… I’ve taken a first shot at what this features or specs list might look like.
Take a look:
https://tdreplica.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1554& PN=1&TPN=1PMOSSBERG40687.6777893519

Classic Roadsters Ltd. Duchess (VW Based)
Windshields – Not a folding windshield. As an option, they sold covers for the sides of the frame to give them the look of a folding frame.
Front grill – Reproduction MG TD grill and slats. On a VW, grill is still open so you “see through it”.Hood (Bonnet) – Opens from driver’s side, e…[Read more]

On Ed’s folding windshield comment…Want a folding windshield?
MEASURE THE WIDTH OF THE COWL!!!
Then, and only then, if it is the same width as an original TD, buy one and bolt it on.

The Allison Daytona has the correct type side curtains with their own frames. Rich Wobby has a VW-powered one of these, and I think his windshield folds as well.He’s also got a totally enclosed steering shaft. On my car (a BCW VW) and some other VW kits, the shaft is routed outside the body work for a few inches down near the front fender. Dead…[Read more]

There are many differences between manufacturers, in terms of “authenticity” and even more differences in fit and finish depending on whether the car was factory built or home built.
Mark already mentioned the BCW, one of the nicer and more authentic  “kits”. Classic Roadsters was also one of the better ones, but I’m biased!
I don’t have a c…[Read more]

 
That was fast!
Are there qualitative differences between the manufacturers? Fit and finish, fiberglass thickness, gelcoat, original parts?
I’ve seen a folding windshield in some of the gallery photos. Was that an option from some manufacturers or is that a windshield from an original?
There is a lot of variation in side curtains. Some are one…[Read more]

I use AMSOIL Premium Protection. It comes in 10w-40 and 20w-50 viscosities. It had the ZDDP package. I use the 10w-40 for my flat tappet SBC 350 in the ’84 Chevy C-10 that my son drives.
My VW is modified for full flow oiling has a 1 quart remote filter (WIX #51515). So, it takes 117 ounces (3 qts./21 oz.) per change.
Due to the fact I have fi…[Read more]

Welcome PC.
One thing to consider when choosing a drivetrain is the availability of parts, both OEM and aftermarket.
Unfortunately, the Chevy Chevette/Pontiac T-1000 has absolutely no aftermarket for “performance” stuff. There are still “maintenance” parts available…filters, hoses, tune-up parts, gaskets, etc. But that’s it. The leading…[Read more]

My Duchess is VW based, but the roof lines are all similar.
I am 6’2″ and have no problem with visibility in any direction.
But the best solution to limited views through the side curtains is to simply leave the top down all the time!

Welcome aboard even though I have a VW based TD. Great forum here with lots of knowledge. And when you get the chance, register and post pics.

Mine is the CMC Ford, and love it.   I’m 6′ and lots of head room once your in the car.  The problem is getting in and out.  Tough to get this 60 year old body that low with the top up.  Getting back out is a problem all of it’s own.  The side curtains are a REAL pain to get on once you’r in there too.   My soulition is just don’t put top up unle…[Read more]

Headroom? Limitless!Seriously though, it varies quite a bit by car. The BCWs, for example, were sold with at least two different windshield heights. By adjusting the top bows (assuming you were making a new top) you could plus or minus at least two inches right over your head. These cars look a little more upright than a B, but that could be…[Read more]

The Ford engines have a little more power, and are more feadilyavailable due to being used in more vehicles.  The Chevys are closer in performance to the original MGTD (don’t know if that is a plus!)  Both seem to be enjoyed by those of us who have them.  As for headroom, you’ll have to ask someone taller than my 5’6″.

Mark….NOT a commie!Trust me!

Nice shots Ed!

Caio! Manga!

Welcome, Tinker. Don’t mind Pink’s moniker. His name is Mark and he knows what he’s doing and is not a commie, far as I can tell.