[Silly Little Cars] Silly little Q.s
Alec Bennett
wrybread at gmail.com
Sat Nov 20 04:18:32 PST 2010
Sounds like silly little nicole wants to start it?
But yeah, sounds great. I once tried a forum but the damn spammers totally
demolished it. This thread is probably a pretty good intro FAQ.
On Sat, Nov 20, 2010 at 1:15 AM, Nicole Chettero <nchettero at gmail.com>wrote:
> I think a silly little FAQ is in order for the site so we don't have to
> answer these questions more than once - whadya say Alec? :)
>
>
> On Fri, Nov 19, 2010 at 2:13 PM, Simon Barber <simon at superduper.net>wrote:
>
>> To follow up - California law does not require a motorcycle license
>> (though you do need a regular driving license), nor helmet but does require
>> a seatbelt. If you want to take more people make sure you have belts for
>> them. Of course I think it very unlikely you'll ever find a police officer
>> who knows the vehicle code well enough to know this.
>>
>> Simon
>>
>>
>>
>> On 11/19/2010 01:19 PM, Alec Bennett wrote:
>>
>>> Couple of comments below:
>>>
>>> On Fri, Nov 19, 2010 at 11:07 AM, Steve Clark <sclark1 at flash.net
>>> <mailto:sclark1 at flash.net>> wrote:
>>>
>>> No. Just a lot of questions that take time to answer; and acquiring
>>> information also can also mean passively auditing what is being
>>> communicated. If this was a pay subscription site, I might
>>> understand your seemingly “pushy” expectations. That being said . . .
>>>
>>> 1. Are there any other models similar to the GO-4? /Yes. But
>>> availability is the question. Cushmans (Westcoaster, and others
>>> like it) and GO-4s are the most common./
>>>
>>>
>>> Not that I know of that are cheap, but if you have the $$ you might also
>>> look at some of the small electrics like Corbins:
>>>
>>> http://www.corbinsparrow.com/
>>>
>>> Or if you don't mind vintage and shipping from Florida see the link I
>>> sent out the other day on microcars.
>>>
>>> 2. Is the Go-4 Interceptor suitable for extensive street driving,
>>> meaning could I reliably drive 40-50 mile round trips 3 times a week
>>> in them? The G0-4s seem to be reliable for short junkets and low
>>> speed trips. Some people use them on the express-way, but they
>>> were meant more for in town driving.
>>>
>>>
>>> What he said. You can drive these things on the highway just fine once
>>> you remove the governor (they easily go 60) but they're not exactly
>>> safe. Small wheelbase, one wheel in teh front, not a good idea. You can
>>> feel that it may flip given the right bump. But technically you
>>> defintely *could* do it, especially if you weren't driving on a highway.
>>>
>>> 3. What is it's realistic top speed? /With governor – 40 mph,
>>> without governor, I have seen them go 70 mph./
>>>
>>>
>>> Like 80 probably. Not that you shoudl go that fast.
>>>
>>> 4. are any of these SLCs capable of holding more than one
>>> passenger? /In general no (concerning Cushmans and GO-4s). They are
>>> meant for one person. However, You will find some that have been
>>> modified./
>>>
>>>
>>> I drive two people (myself and a passenger) in my Interceptor all the
>>> time. I simply put a cushion next to the main seat since the main seat
>>> is so plush, but you could always swap out the seat for a bench if you
>>> wanted to make things extra nice for the passenger. You'd still have to
>>> deal with the pedals being on the right though.
>>>
>>> 5. Who can I best turn to to customize them (for storage, catering,
>>> bikes, etc)? /This a local thing. Use the internet, yellow-pages,
>>> and shop around for shops that do custom work./
>>>
>>>
>>> Metal fabrication shops?
>>>
>>> 6. I'm in California; do I need to have a motorcycle license to
>>> drive these? /Not sure about Calif., but in general, you need a
>>> motorcycle license as these vehicles are considered motorcycles for
>>> licensing, registration and insurance./
>>>
>>>
>>> No motorcycle license needed in California.
>>>
>>> 7. What sorts of accessories are popular? /To each his own and
>>> mostly custom./
>>>
>>>
>>> Well obviuously that would be the stereo with the booming subwoofer. And
>>> of course the multi colored oscillating LEDs on the under-carriage. And
>>> maybe a Barbie bust on the roof. And the surfboard rack is a popular
>>> item. And don't forget the concealed siren.
>>>
>>> 8. How comfortable is the seating? /Average to not very. Is it
>>> possible to install more comfortable seats? Yes./
>>>
>>>
>>> I'd say insanely comforable in the Interceptor. A big bucket seat.
>>>
>>> 9. Can these cars tow small trailers etc? /Yes./
>>>
>>>
>>> Ditto, but careful of that tranny if you're going to load it down and
>>> drive on hills.
>>>
>>> 10. How many miles are they good for lifetime? /Depends on
>>> maintenance and parts availability. Your answer is in the age of
>>> some of these vehicles still on the road./ Are there any danger
>>> points like say 50k for some domestic US cars? /Danger points?????
>>> Unknown./
>>>
>>>
>>> Who knows. They're cheap enough that you can just get another one
>>> though. But seriously, I've seen lots of them with around 70k miles that
>>> still drive great. Replace the shocks and give things a good lubing.
>>>
>>> 11. What sorts of general security issues are involved with these
>>> cars (hot wiring etc.)? /Later Cushman’s and GO-4s have locking
>>> doors. Not sure about early models. I would say the security issues
>>> are similar to any other enclosed lockable vehicle. I.E., if a
>>> professional thief wants your vehicle, he will get it./
>>>
>>>
>>> If you keep it looking exactly like a metermaid vehicle you'll get
>>> grafittied, your windows will be broken, and your car will be turned on
>>> its side. Modify it and all will be fine.
>>>
>>> 12. Are they noisy to drive? /Not really. / /The stock engines and
>>> exhausts are about as noisy as your car./ How is the ride in
>>> general? /Rough like a mid-sized motorcycle, sports car, or just a
>>> little bit worse. A Cadillac this ain’t./
>>>
>>>
>>> I'd say they're very smooth, but then I'm mostly only comparing them to
>>> Cushmans...
>>>
>>>
>>> Er, was it something I said? These are pretty fundamental
>>> questions. The website associated with this list suggests
>>> subscribing for info on these cars.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Sorry sir!
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> gj
>>>
>>>
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>>> *From:* b b <brazoraton at yahoo.com <mailto:brazoraton at yahoo.com>>
>>>
>>> *To:* Silly Little Email List
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>>> *Sent:* Wed, November 17, 2010 1:57:59 PM
>>> *Subject:* [Silly Little Cars] Silly little Q.s
>>>
>>> Hi,
>>>
>>> I'm part of what no doubt is an invasion of new list members dur to
>>> the recent WSJ article. But I come by my interest a bit more
>>> innocently, perhaps, since over the last few weeks I've been mulling
>>> over the practicality of these cars, due to some recent
>>> health-related issues over my ability to drive. I have a tone of
>>> questions and hope the list might not mind taking a crack at some of
>>> them.
>>>
>>> 1. Are there any other models similar to the GO-4?
>>>
>>> 2. Is the Go-4 Interceptor suitable for extensive street driving,
>>> meaning could I reliably drive 40-50 mile round trips 3 times a week
>>> in them?
>>>
>>> 3. What is it's realistic top speed?
>>>
>>> 4. are any of these SLCs capable of holding more than one passenger?
>>>
>>> 5. Who can I best turn to to customize them (for storage, catering,
>>> bikes, etc)?
>>>
>>> 6. I'm in California; do I need to have a motorcycle license to
>>> drive these?
>>>
>>> 7. What sorts of accessories are popular?
>>>
>>> 8. How comfortable is the seating? Is it possible to install more
>>> comfortable seats?
>>>
>>> 9. Can these cars tow small trailers etc?
>>>
>>> 10. How many miles are they good for lifetime? Are there any
>>> danger points like say 50k for some domestic US cars?
>>>
>>> 11. What sorts of general security issues are involved with these
>>> cars (hot wiring etc.)?
>>>
>>> 12. Are they nooisy to drive? How is the ride in general?
>>>
>>> A lot of questions, I know, but I'm a complete newbie. Any help
>>> much appreciated.
>>>
>>> regards,
>>>
>>> gj
>>>
>>>
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