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4 Feb 2011, 19:44 (Ref:2825891) | #1 | |
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Jomo formula ford bodywork
Hey guys I'm looking for some bodywork for a jomo formula ford 1968 anybody got any ideas who might have some??
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4 Feb 2011, 20:05 (Ref:2825899) | #2 | ||
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Wow - that's a tall order! Merlyn Mk17-20 - no problem. Crosslé 16F likewise, but a Jomo?...
Most 60's-70's FF1600s could be reproduced mechanically by someone with an oxy-acetylene welding set, a lathe, a small guillotine and a fly press (and possibly access to some Brabham uprights). The bodywork might be a bit more difficult, but there's a lot of talent out there... |
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Have you got any pictures Ben
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5 Feb 2011, 15:24 (Ref:2826189) | #4 | |
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Hi guys I believe its a brabham bt16 copy certanly the secramer was ours had a slight difference where the screen fits but thats about it. This picture is a bit deceving around the nose area as it is quite round but cut back which make's it look squarer. I have some more piccies somewhere I'll get them out and scan them.
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27 Nov 2012, 17:40 (Ref:3172284) | #5 | ||
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Basically it was a Brabham shell modified to take a short screen and had flutes from here to the front suspension apertures. Hope this helps Keith Vickery |
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29 Nov 2012, 12:36 (Ref:3173062) | #6 | ||
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I'll send you a pm with my details Kind Regrads Benn Simms Ps a Jomo has now won a couple of formula ford races this year. |
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30 Nov 2012, 10:53 (Ref:3173456) | #8 | ||
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There's something about those early FFords isn't there? The Merlins and Loti were particularly pretty IMO.
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30 Nov 2012, 13:43 (Ref:3173518) | #9 | ||
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Probably one of the reasons why Historic Formula Ford is popular with competitors and spectators. Other open wheel formulae have a certain draw with brutish wings and bodywork designed to do exactly what it says on the tin but the simplicity of the early Formula Fords is very attractive. Close racing, as it was 'in the day', also helps with the popularity.
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30 Nov 2012, 14:08 (Ref:3173536) | #10 | |
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Fancy a go then Peter? Come to Mallory one Wednesday morning and find out what a real race car feels like - we have plenty to chose from and, like the best drug dealers, the first go is free.....
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30 Nov 2012, 15:16 (Ref:3173565) | #11 | ||
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Hmm, you never know. Last one I drove was, IIRC, an RF 79.
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30 Nov 2012, 15:33 (Ref:3173575) | #12 | |
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It's a genuine offer, we go to Mallory most Wednesdays, and the breakfasts are rather good too!
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30 Nov 2012, 15:41 (Ref:3173581) | #13 | ||
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LOL, Currently too far away.
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Formula Ford moved on in the late 70's with the advent of inboard suspension and went a step further in the 80's with fancy front end castings, engine spacers that incorporated oil tanks and ever more complicated set ups. It became expensive and no longer the domain for the "man in the street". When Pre 74 was introduced it was an instant success. Simple cars, good racing and relatively cheap. You still had to be good to win. Having a bit of cash helped, but a reasonable driver, on a small budget, could still get good results.
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