We are currently working with several carriers to certify the units so that insurance will be an easier process. As we go forward we will keep everyone...
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ray blake
wiredracer
Jun 1, 2004 11:37 am
Old profile, I suppose I should update it, actually I started pulling wrenches at 14. Ray envirocommuters@... wrote: In a message dated 5/31/2004 12:15:55...
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envirocommuters@...
envirocommuters
Jun 1, 2004 12:40 pm
In a message dated 6/1/2004 6:37:17 AM, wiredracer@... writes: << We are currently working with several carriers to certify the units so that insurance...
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Brian Phillips
sparrow2001us
Jun 1, 2004 3:32 pm
My neighbor bought a high VIN Sparrow (high 200's) and had EXIDE batteries, which happen to be blue. They were not Optima Blue Tops. Brian VIN #206 1st Pack:...
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chrisdw@...
frejnar
Jun 1, 2004 5:13 pm
On the other hand, it seems that nearly all Sparrows that are driveable are currently insured. In my case, cost is about $150/year. Chris, 212...
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Peter Carpenter
huuumm2
Jun 1, 2004 5:24 pm
I have decided to be the Meyers Guinea Pig. One of my two Sparrow (#76) is being shipped to them for the installation of their new swing arm and other general...
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Ed
etcadman
Jun 1, 2004 5:56 pm
Thanks for the updates, Chris. So, this is the Sparrow which participated in this years Tour de Sol. Other pictures on ...
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Ed
etcadman
Jun 1, 2004 6:00 pm
For a different twist on insurance, I have coverage under USAA. They have a separate category called Electric Vehicles, which covers 3 & 4 wheel vehicles with...
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chrisdw@...
frejnar
Jun 1, 2004 6:07 pm
Yes, this is that Sparrow. And those are the batteries, they each weight slightly less than Optimas. I don't have a website to post the larger pix at. If...
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Jeff Trionfante
gyrojeff51
Jun 1, 2004 9:40 pm
... Found this on the Internet - 5/29/2004 - Ron Huch, who got most of the assets from the bankruptcy, has sold Phoenix Environmental motors to Myers Motors. ...
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Bruce {EVangel} Parme...
brucedp
Jun 1, 2004 10:36 pm
see http://www.phoenixenvironmentalmotors.com/...
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Davide Andrea
egroupsdavide
Jun 1, 2004 10:50 pm
Jeff found it here: http://www.evfinder.com/threewhlrs.htm ... bankruptcy,...
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Marshall Bonnie
mbonnie23505
Jun 2, 2004 1:14 am
Not true. The last time I had insurance quoted it was $900 through the uninsured motorist/vehicle program. ... From: chrisdw@... To:...
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rdde1234
Jun 2, 2004 1:19 am
my rear brake pad thunks - well, varies between a rub through a sound that's much like when the controller turns on to a thunk - when moving forward and...
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Terry Shaw
ohioguywants...
Jun 2, 2004 1:47 am
Peter, I'm willing to jump into the fray too and have expressed my sincere wish to buy MM#1. I'm not sure how this is going to work or how long it's going to...
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Peter Carpenter
huuumm2
Jun 2, 2004 2:52 am
Terry, I won't have a schedule until Ray has seen #76 and is able to determine what else needs to be done in addition to the new swing arm. My priorities are...
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ray blake
wiredracer
Jun 2, 2004 11:25 am
The rear brakes are out of adjustment, clearance between the calipers and rotor needs to be maintained properly.It sounds as if the e-brake calipers are the...
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envirocommuters@...
envirocommuters
Jun 2, 2004 2:51 pm
Ray, obviously insurance is an issue with me, so I'll push a bit. While I was a dealer for CorbinMotors, I repeated found that the new customer's inability to...
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ray blake
wiredracer
Jun 2, 2004 4:08 pm
Gregg, I understand your concerns, we are currently working with Statefarm, Progressive and Nationwide. we are trying to get them to precertify them for...
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envirocommuters@...
envirocommuters
Jun 2, 2004 4:19 pm
Excellent!! You are starting to convince me! On to the 'stability' issue next. Thanks, -Gregg In a message dated 6/2/2004 11:10:50 AM, wiredracer@......
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ray blake
wiredracer
Jun 2, 2004 5:43 pm
LOL...your killing me Gregg......however to put you at ease. Stability test will be run by an engineering firm out of Michigan (third party) in the next few...
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envirocommuters@...
envirocommuters
Jun 2, 2004 8:17 pm
Ray, Thanks for the info as to your future plans on this, and thanks for your honesty regarding the present status of the Sparrow. Now, just come up with a...
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cheyda
Jun 2, 2004 8:34 pm
I haven't had any luck so far in finding someone who is willing to do a wheel alignment on my Sparrow. Can anyone recommend the type of technician that I...
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bmcar1
Jun 2, 2004 9:46 pm
My name is Harold, live in Florida, and work on antique cars www.dreamsonwheels.com Thanks for all the usefull posts. Now I am the proud owner of a 2002 yellow...
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Alastair Dodwell
adodwell
Jun 2, 2004 11:26 pm
All, This morning I went to drive my Green Sparrow and she is refusing to move. Here's what happens. Voltage 167 Turn key 2 clicks. All lights come on with...
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bmcar1
Jun 3, 2004 12:32 am
... to move. ... There are 3 inh line fuses to check, 2 at the rear end in the regulator box, one near washer bottle. If they are good, most likely the little...
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Alastair Dodwell
adodwell
Jun 3, 2004 1:43 am
Thanks Harold, I had checked the fuses earlier. But I just re-examined them and the rear 20A one looked OK but in fact the glass section has come adrift from...
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Stephen Taylor
sparrow262
Jun 3, 2004 2:36 pm
I had mine aligned at a tire shop that was set up to do large trucks (dump trucks, tow trucks etc.) They had adjustable tracks that would go down just small...
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matt1999@...
matt1999
Jun 3, 2004 6:31 pm
Hello Fellow Sparrownauts... My Sparrow (VIN #233) has sat idle for almost 18 months. It has been parked outdoors through two cold winters. The problem was...
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envirocommuters@...
envirocommuters
Jun 3, 2004 8:32 pm
Matt, All of your batteries should be at least 12v after charge. If not they should be replaced. I've never bought exides, but I believe they are readily...
