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PostPosted: Thu Mar 12, 2015 11:40 am    Post subject: David Mayes' 1500cc NOS Speedwell sprint kit Reply with quote

Hello,
I have the NOS 1500cc Speedwell Sprint kit that used to belong to David Mayes. I'm not sure who he got it from, but it's pretty neat.

The metal plates that bolt behind the aircleaner have gone missing, as well as the metal bracket that crosses in front of the fanshroud.

I was wondering if he might have loaned these parts to anyone on the forums before he passed away, if someone knows where they are maybe with intentions to fabricate a few sets? Maybe I can buy/trade/get them back? I know he wouldn't have sold them.....although they could have gotten lost.

Anyway, here are some pictures of the kit now:

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Here are some photos from Davids old website:

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These are the plates which went missing - both bags worth.

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The little rubber 90 degree elbows went missing too, but I think there is a decent chance that might turn up here.
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PostPosted: Fri Mar 13, 2015 1:56 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hi Greg, it could be that Dave lent them to Alejandro Martin. Alejandro makes a repro of that Speedwell kit and I expect you know Dave and Alejandro were good friends.

You may also know Alejandro is difficult to contact by email but if you title the email "David Mayes' 1500cc NOS Speedwell sprint kit" he will definitely read it. PM me if you need any more info on contact options. Smile
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PostPosted: Fri Mar 13, 2015 9:57 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks John, good suggestion. I will email him.
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