Threewheeler plans

[geejaycee]

Ah, finally, access! I have just purchased a set of plans for a three wheeler car called a BRACX3 from BRA motors in England. It is to be powered by a Honda Motorbike engine, is rear drive through the single rear wheel. Do I need to have the plans certified or approved before I start the build please?

[Justin]

Hi there

Glad you managed to sort out the technical glitches of the sign-up process.

Design approval is only mandatory for items like custom IFS, custom IRS, and a number of smaller items, all of which are detailed in the NZ Hobby Car Technical Manual.

If you require a design approval, the application form can be found here www.hotrod.org.nz/Technical_Info_Files/Form%204B%20-%20Design%20Approval%20Application.pdf

I recommend getting your hands on a copy of the NZ Hobby Car Technical Manual - they are available from here www.hotrod.org.nz/Merchandise%20Page%20Files/Hobby_Car_Technical_Manual.htm

There is a process available to you for a concept approval - this is where you submit you plans to the Technical Advisory Committee. They would look at all aspects of the proposed build, and with their extensive knowledge and expertise can help to prevent any major problems at certification time, and will help steer the build in the right direction. The cost for this process is a mere $35 (this covers copying the application and postage to TAC members). If you're interested, here is a link to the application www.hotrod.org.nz/Technical_Info_Files/Form%204A%20-%20Concept%20Approval%20Application.pdf

I hope this helps.

Justin

[geejaycee]

Hey, thanks for that Justin. Much appreciated. The Technical Manual sounds like the way to go then.
cheers,
Graeme.