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Old 30th September 2010, 09:10 PM
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I have a Merkur lefthand rack (Sierra). Also Merkur Diff (Sierra).
If the rack has to be shortened by 19cm, is it possible to make the frame a little wider say (10cm) and reduce the 19cm to say (9cm). Then use spacers in the rear driveshafts/hubs? (these numbers are just guestimated at this time)
Or would this compromise the build in other areas? ie Body panels to be adjusted accordingly.
(Not started my build yet, just gathering some information and bits and pieces)

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Bill
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Old 30th September 2010, 10:27 PM
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Stick with the escort rack, I know it's a pain but it realy is the most sensible option.

Just need to get it across the pond.

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Old 1st October 2010, 12:04 AM
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Mk1 or Mk2? thanks for the advice.

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Mk1 or Mk2? thanks for the advice.

cheers,

Bill.
MKII (Mk2) rack will do the job nicely.
I think Rally Design still offer LHD racks for the MKII

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Old 1st October 2010, 12:42 AM
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Rally design still do them.

http://www.rallydesign.co.uk/product...ducts_id=10620

Maybe worth seeing what other parts you need if you have to get it from them and ship it all at the same time.
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Old 1st October 2010, 04:32 AM
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thanks for the info guys.

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