This is just another way in which Bricklins serve as exercise
equipment--in addition to lifting the doors by hand. The Harbour
Freight dollies work ok on my flat garage floor. You could also buy a
cheap wench at Harbour Freight to help move the car around (<$10). Jack
the rear end up and turn the wheels by hand to check if your brakes are
dragging. They should not drag.
George #220, 670
klasicars@mywdo.com wrote:
>Many times I wish to move my Bricklins from their resting spots in the
>garage without starting them. That obviously means physical labor and it
>becomes a contest of 3500 pounds vs 135 pounds with little traction.
>These cars seem to be the hardest to push and if I am sucessful in
>getting them to move they only go about an arms length before additional
>resistance defeats my traction. Even with stock tires at correct
>inflation it is a real contest. I suspect the brakes drag more than
>usual, at least more than my other vehicles. Can anyone lend credence to
>my theory and suggest a correction. At least tell me if it is a "normal"
>thing with Bricklins.
>
>Thanks, now I need to rest.........
>Don #1880 #2745
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