m8kwr
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| posted on 22/8/13 at 11:40 AM |
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High Speed Low Cost Allan Staniforth Book :)
Does anyone have a copy of High Speed Low Cost by Allan Staniforth????
I would really like own or borrow this book off someone if they have one lying about they do not use, as I am struggling to find a new one (as out of
print), or second hand copy at a price I am able to afford...
I have contact the family directly, and they are unable to find one...
Many thanks
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Andy S
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| posted on 22/8/13 at 11:50 AM |
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Yes I have a copy but I only ever lend books to people who I know very well - have you tried giving Robert Macnay a call who republished the book
about ten years ago (how I got my copy) zero one five one 327 3538
ETA
Then again with two dogs and three horses perhaps you may be a useful chap to be on the good side of LOL
If Rob cant help and you have no other luck drop me a PM
[Edited on 22/8/13 by Andy S]
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m8kwr
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| posted on 22/8/13 at 11:55 AM |
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Thanks for the reply
I would watch who I was lending it to as well 
I have just brought the plans for the terrapin, and feel I need to read the book, but does it give you information (along with the plans/drawings) how
to build the terrapin?
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Andy S
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| posted on 22/8/13 at 12:09 PM |
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I would go as far to say that is essential if you are building a Terrapin etc. Much of its content is also in the competition car source book and
suspension books Alan wrote but it's a great read anyway for a technical car enthusiast.
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Hector.Brocklebank
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| posted on 22/8/13 at 12:21 PM |
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Hi
Out of interest where did you manage to procurr a set of plans from ?
As I fancy buying a set too
Some people can never handle the truth and always try to shoot the messenger instead of taking an honest look in the mirror (its always easier to
blame another than to face reality), but secretly they wish they could grow a pair and be the messenger !!!
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r1_pete
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| posted on 22/8/13 at 12:25 PM |
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Not cheap, but 1 here
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Andy S
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| posted on 22/8/13 at 12:50 PM |
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Completed listing
As above ring Rob - he was still selling books and plans as recently as a couple of months ago.
Andrew
ETA
And still frequents the Terrapin Forum
http://jawfish.proboards.com/index.cgi
Username Terrapin
[Edited on 22/8/13 by Andy S]
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m8kwr
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| posted on 22/8/13 at 02:10 PM |
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thanks Andrew
I have dropped a message via ebay, as looking he never sold 4 copies
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big_wasa
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| posted on 22/8/13 at 03:02 PM |
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Would you be as good to post back if he has a few as I keep looking for one from time to time.
[Edited on 22/8/13 by big_wasa]
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britishtrident
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| posted on 22/8/13 at 03:31 PM |
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Another book worth getting is the Fred Phun book "How to make Your Car handle" slightly different slant.
The another one worth its' weight in gold is the Len Terry book but it is very hard to find.
[Edited on 22/8/13 by britishtrident]
[I] “ What use our work, Bennet, if we cannot care for those we love? .”
― From BBC TV/Amazon's Ripper Street.
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m8kwr
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| posted on 12/9/13 at 06:20 PM |
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for anybody who is interested in obtaining a copy they are back on sale via ebay
High Speed Low Cost - The Story of a 140 mph Record Breaker
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Andy S
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| posted on 12/9/13 at 07:21 PM |
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Everyone loves a happy ending 
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big_wasa
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| posted on 12/9/13 at 07:40 PM |
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Strange, I only looked at lunch and could only find this one eBay Item I don't like his chances for a bit now
Thanks for posting that up as I've treated myself.
Now if you find any plans as well ??????? 
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Andy S
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| posted on 12/9/13 at 07:51 PM |
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Ask the ebay seller - his phone number will be in the back of the book when it arrives.
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m8kwr
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| posted on 12/9/13 at 09:37 PM |
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If you contact the seller of the book they have plans also.... but pm me... i might be able to assist you
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designer
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| posted on 12/9/13 at 10:09 PM |
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quote:
The another one worth its' weight in gold is the Len Terry book but it is very hard to find.
I have a copy of it for sale.
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Terrapin_racing
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| posted on 13/9/13 at 04:44 PM |
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Just don't go distributing any scanned copies! Copyright law & all that :-)
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Terrapin_racing
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| posted on 13/9/13 at 04:47 PM |
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Kevin/Warren - Books ordered yesterday will go out to you on Monday
thanks
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Terrapin_racing
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| posted on 13/9/13 at 06:06 PM |
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Just for clarification........
To build the Terrapin racing car you will need a) the plans (single or two seater) b) the HSLC book c) there are a number of bulletins from the
1970's Terrapin builders forum that help with suspension, steering, gearbox mods etc.
I have posted most of these on the Terrapin Forum (website).
I do have a limited supply as Allan & I split the last print run between us just before he sadly passed away. I assume the family have now run out
from the note above.
cheers
rob
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ashg
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| posted on 13/9/13 at 09:03 PM |
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ordered a copy have been on the hunt for this for a while. if you have the rights and ever want to do a reprint run the ckc boys may be able to help
with the publishing side of things.
Anything With Tits or Wheels Will cost you MONEY!!
Haynes Roadster (Finished)
Exocet (Finished & Sold)
New Project (Started)
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Terrapin_racing
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| posted on 14/9/13 at 01:27 PM |
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Thanks, but I am a registered publisher and have the remaining share of the last print run that Allan & I split prior to his sad passing (one of
life's true gents). I only get a handful of requests each year as the interested audience is quite specialised.
If anyone wants copies I keep posting the remains on ebay at a realistic cost as they are quite rare and I see others reselling them at quite a mark
up!
cheers
rob
PS I will try and catch up on this site more regularly but if anyone wants to message me initially via ebay that's fine (reluctant to openly
post my new email on web) - I can provide contact details in return & also technical advice to builders in Allan's absence as I have a set
of all his build notes which he kindly gave me some years back.
[Edited on 14/9/13 by Terrapin_racing]
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AdrianH
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| posted on 14/9/13 at 04:02 PM |
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So as a mater of interest, how much are the plans to make a Terrapin?
Adrian
Why do I have to make the tools to finish the job? More time then money.
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Rod Ends
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| posted on 4/10/13 at 07:51 PM |
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Vintage Terrapin
for sale £4750
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andyps
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| posted on 4/10/13 at 09:08 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Rod Ends
Vintage Terrapin
for sale £4750
That looks a bit of a bargain I would think, based on the spec of some of the parts.
Goes off to check bank balance,
Bugger!
Andy
An expert is someone who knows more and more about less and less
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StevieB
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| posted on 4/10/13 at 10:11 PM |
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I have one a 1973 print in immaculate condition, which still has he postcard attached inside o send away for the plans.
I really want to get my hands on a set of the plans at some point to complete the set (and maybe build a terrapin some day )
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