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Here is a really nice article/blog that the guys from StanceWorks did on the Batmobile. Even though Mike and Andrew are heavy into the bagged euro cars, they are both classic BMW enthusiasts. It's nice to see the younger generation come into the fold and I applaud their efforts. Like it or not, they have a huge following and I am not the first person to realize it.

They are also great photographers and writers.

http://www.stanceworks.com/2013/06/1-of-110-ron-perrys-1974-series-1-bmw-e9-csl-batmobile/

Sorry I didn't share it earlier!
 
deQuincey said:
it is my impression, or the car is a little bit "high" on suspension ?
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This one isn't.

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deQuincey said:
it is my impression, or the car is a little bit "high" on suspension ?
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Yes, it is. I have noticed with most of the CSL's I have owned over the years that they all do sit a little higher. However, this one has all new suspension and has already settled a bit below where it was when the photos were taken.
 
I'm assuming the black bump and wire on the left side next to the rear spoiler is an antenna? But there doesn't appear to be a radio in the interior pictures and I believe a true lightweight didn't come with one. Correct?
 
Bwana said:
I'm assuming the black bump and wire on the left side next to the rear spoiler is an antenna? But there doesn't appear to be a radio in the interior pictures and I believe a true lightweight didn't come with one. Correct?
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You are correct, but this is the second Bat that I have had and each one had this Hirshman antenna on the car. Forced option? The Bat I restored for Rahal had one in the middle of the trunk, but his car was a German delivery and had an aluminum trunk (no wing).
 
Painted engine parts

I don't think BMW painted any of the aluminum engine parts, originally.
But painting them is really a great idea if done properly. Raw cast aluminum stains so easily and painting them turns cleaning into a trivial process. Second, sometimes it's also meaningful to paint the flanges and even the inside areas (if conditions are compatible with the paint). The paint helps seal up any porosity that may have developed over time and helps the surfaces shed fluids (oil/coolant, etc).

Looks like RonP matched the color of raw aluminum very well, so visually I think it looks great. There's some argument on how much gloss to have...

John

P.S. I even painted my transmission and oil pan on one car and it's really a time saver when cleaning the car after a long tour.
 
John Buchtenkirch said:
Wow :shock:, I agree, the car looks like it’s trying to be a 4 wheel drive especially in the nose. Lowering springs would be a big visual plus IMO but maybe I’ve just been around race cars too much. ~ John Buchtenkirch
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Well, I think I have maybe put 500 miles on it since everything was replaced underneath the car, so hopefully on the way to Monterey she will settle down a bit more. I do agree it looks like it's on stilts!
 
RonP said:
Absolutely not! Come on, did you really need to ask that? ;-)
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I am not that familiar with CSI's engine appearance. Anyway, it looks splendid!! Another question. Was the overflow tank painted or powder coated? Great looking car and presentation. Congratulations.
 
Sorry, Bob...I thought you were teasing me, so I shot one back at you. I did send two of the coveted brass overflow tanks out to get powder coated and they both came back in pieces. I think they can be salvaged, but lesson learned. So I now opt for BMW Schwartz (#086) in a rattle can and it works just as well or better than powder coating....and it won't crumble :-)

Oh, and thank you and Shanon for the kind words.
 
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