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  1. Alex_202

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    #1 Alex_202, Apr 10, 2008
    I'm starting a replica build of a 1960 Ferrari 246 F1 that I want to be as genuine as possible. Therefore I'm interested in any help with regards to blueprints, pictures of original cars, especially the chassi ans suspension or any tips of someone who might have such info. I've heard of a David Clarke who ownes/owned Graypaul Motors who build such a vehicle, but I haven't found a way to get in contact with him.

    Any tips are very appreciated.

    PS: I'm currently planning the build, scanning for relevant parts in order to start in Sept/Oct
     
  2. omgjon

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    #2 omgjon, Apr 10, 2008
    What a great project. Can I come to Sweden to help!
     
  3. 246tasman

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    #3 246tasman, Apr 10, 2008
    David Clarke died some years ago.
    Generally people who have a rare set of drawings don't easily part with them, but good luck.
    I'll take a set too if you find some!
     
  4. Alex_202

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    #4 Alex_202, Jul 4, 2009

    The project is now in good progress - I was able to locate a chassi jig and 300+ pictures from a build 20+ years ago where the builders had access to the original chassi 0788. I expect to have a rolling chassi with original gearbox, supsension and wheels in september.

    All in all well over expectations...
     
  5. Kravchak

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    #5 Kravchak, Jul 4, 2009
    Will you start a build thread with pictures and all like omgjohn did for his Dino car?
     
  6. Alex_202

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    #6 Alex_202, Jul 4, 2009
    No I will not. omgjohn's efforts with their thread and homepage is very impressive. I may post a few pics, but will have to focus on the build in order to make sure it's finished Q1 2010.
     
  7. Alex_202

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    #7 Alex_202, Jul 4, 2009
    hi omgjohn, your efforts with your Dino was very impressive. I will not use the original Doni F1 engine to start with, mainly due to the cost of it, so I'll use the 246 road engine to start with. I wish my engine would look like yours, but I guess I'll save the money to buy the real thing in a couple of years.
     
  8. Ferranki

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    #8 Ferranki, Jul 4, 2009
    Very exciting project. Best of luck and please keep us posted.
     
  9. tx246

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    #9 tx246, Jul 4, 2009
    this sounds like a really fun project. we all know how extensive jon has been on his cras, you don't need to be anywhere near that level. just a couple photo's here and there would be great. the dino section has been pretty slow lately, i know i would enjoy seeing progress, even if only so often, of this project.
     
  10. nerodino

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    #10 nerodino, Jul 5, 2009
    Alex, I have a 1958 copy of Autocar magazine containing a 4 page article on this car featuring excellent cutaway drawings of this car, engine, chassis etc PM me if you would like it.
    Regards, Graham.
     
  11. 246tasman

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    #11 246tasman, Jul 5, 2009
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    Well done! Are you saying you've got patterns for the original suspension & gearbox as well?
     
  12. Alex_202

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    #12 Alex_202, Jul 5, 2009
    Well, I have access to an original gearbox and in order to "copy it" I've had to make drawings to manufacture idientical parts. In terms of the suspension, Koni has made new dampers according to old drawings, and I've been fortunate to have found original parts for the suspension. It was not my orginal intention to make a true replica, but with the exception of the current engine, I'll be close to 85-90% true to the original.
     
  13. TonyL

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    #13 TonyL, Jul 5, 2009
    I would like a look at it beforehand Graham, and you call me a anorak!!!
     
  14. tx246

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    #14 tx246, Jul 5, 2009
    what does an original dino f1 (or non-246/206 fiat/ferrari road car engine) cost?
     
  15. Alex_202

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    #15 Alex_202, Jul 9, 2009
    Racespec engine from 1959/1960 -> GBP 100.000 + restoration
    Manufacture New -> GBP 100.000
     
  16. tx246

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    #16 tx246, Jul 18, 2009
    where does one buy one ?
     
  17. lui

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    #17 lui, Nov 28, 2010
    Hi Alex, I would like to know if you have completed your 246 replica ferrari f1, and where I can find information, photos and maps, I would like to make one. Thanks.
     
  18. lui

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    #18 lui, Nov 30, 2010
    I am from Argentina, I'm starting a replica of a Ferrari 246 F1, I do not have a lot of data rather than photos.
    Nor have a large budget to be left 100% original, The mechanical (engine, gearbox, etc) would be another. Anyway, I like to leave it as closely as possible.
    I need help, where I can find some information for the chassis.
    Any information would be helpful for me. Thanks.

    Hola, soy de Argentina, estoy comenzando una replica de una ferrari 246 f1, no dispongo de muchos datos mas que fotos.
    Tampoco dispongo de un gran presupuesto como para dejarla 100% original, La mecanica (motor, caja de cambios, etc) serian otra. De todos modos me gustaria dejarla lo mas parecida posible.
    Necesito ayuda, en donde puedo encontrar algun tipo de informacion para realizar el chasis.
    Cualquier dato seria de mucha ayuda para mi. Gracias.
     
  19. lui

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    #19 lui, Nov 30, 2010
    Soy de Argentina y estoy por comenzar a construir una replica de una ferrari 246 F1, Quisiera saber en donde podria conseguir informacion como para comenzar a construir el chasis.
    No pretendo dejarla 100% original, ya que no dispongo del presupuesto como para hacerlo.
    Agradeceria cualquier ayuda, fotos, planos, etc. Gracias.

    I'm from Argentina and I'm about to start building a replica of a Ferrari 246 F1, I know where I could get information to start building the chassis.
    I do not intend to leave it 100% original, as it does not have the budget to do it.
    Any help, photo, prints, etc. Thanks.
     
  20. outage

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  21. GTA246GT

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