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Friday, August 19, 2016

Viper-powered 1944 Mack fire truck

A 1944 Mack fire truck successfully seize attention of the SEMA 2011 visitors. The modified truck comes with a quirky design, and left the impression of a legacy, if compared to the fire truck available today.
Viper-powered 1944 Mack fire truck. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dCl9d)
As reported by Autoblog, the fire truck built by Tom Stark of Precision Designs adopts advanced technology of Dodge Viper. Rear suspension parts, axles, brakes, and wheels truck accidentally fetched from the 2008 Dodge Ram.
Left side view of Viper-powered 1944 Mack fire truck. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dCl9d)
While its drivetrain, relying on a V10 engine taken from 2005 Viper SRT10 mated to an automatic transmission of the Dodge 48RE, 24-inch American Force wheels. Unfortunately, there is no official information about the ability of fire truck's engine.
Rear side view of Viper-powered 1944 Mack fire truck. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dCl9d)
Black colored fire truck is also equipped the ladder placed on the right side, complete with a fire extinguisher. While in the front there is also light shooting to help the lighting. Not only that, the back intentionally designed specifically as a fire hose reels, and there are also two decoration sirens.
Wood-accented ornaments purposely given at the truck interior, in order to give the impression of retro as well as luxurious.. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOBLOG]
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10 Rarest Flowers in the World (Part-1)

Certainly to classify the top ten most rare flowers wasn’t easy especially since, according to scientists, more than 270,000 types of flowers exist (which doesn’t include 10 to 15% of the flowers have not been classified in various remote regions of the world).  Of those that are rare, here are not only the top ten rarest flowers, but the ten most interesting and unquestionably stories. Here's the first part;

10. Koki'o (Kokai cookei)
Now we're to Hawaii. there is a unique flower that Koki'o or Kokai cookei. Discovered since 1860, this flower is difficult to be raised. So that no word has been extinct since 1950.
Koki'o (Kokai cookei). (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dHFJz)
Twenty years later there are reportedly Koki'o flowers are still grow, but again there was a fire in 1978 destroyed the population of Koki'o tree as high as 10-11 meters. Fortunately, ther's one could be saved and now spread to 23 separate places in Hawaii..

9. Kadupul Flower (Epiphyllum oxypetalum)
This flower is easily cultivated, but is rare for the sole reason that it blooms so rarely. They are found in Sri Lanka in the wild and have spiritual significance to Buddhists. When they do bloom, they bloom only at night and then mysteriously wither before dawn.
Kadupul Flower (Epiphyllum oxypetalum). (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dHFhw)
The flowers are oddly scented and produce delicate, white flowers.  The flower also has a rich history in Japan where its name can be translated as "Beauty under the Moon."

8. Ghost Orchid (Epipogium aphyllum/Dendrophylax lindenii)
Other species of rare orchids are Ghost Orchid (Epipogium aphyllum/Dendrophylax lindenii). These orchids were not leafy, meaning do not use the process of photosynthesis. For it requires a certain fungus to be absorbed by the roots to absorb its food.
Ghost Orchid (Epipogium aphyllum/Dendrophylax lindenii). (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dHEzy)
It can be found in the forests of Cuba, and other varieties also exist in Florida low growing near the soil surface, and the sudden appearance seemed to float in the trunk. Because that's called a ghost orchid. The flowers bloom between June to August.

7. Chocolate Cosmos (Cosmos atrosanguineus)
Mexican native flowers that have become extinct in the wild for more than 100 years. However, the species is to survive as a single clone were sterilized in 1902. The flowers are dark brown with a diameter of about 3-4 cm. As the name suggests, Chocolate Cosmos emit the scent of vanilla in the summer.
Chocolate Cosmos (Cosmos atrosanguineus). (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dHFJz)

6. Yellow Lady Slippers (Cypripedium calceolus)
The name was nice is not it? The flower has scientific name Cypripedium Calceolus is a very rare species of orchids. Known, it grows in mainland Europe, but it is hard to find. There is one that is growing at a golf course in England.
Yellow Lady Slippers (Cypripedium calceolus). (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dHFJz)
So rare, so the area around the flower under police surveillance since 1917. The goal is that no one is taking and ... should not be any golf balls stray. A single stalk of flowers of this tree can be sold for US. $5000! (Jump to next part). *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | TOP TENZ]
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Moto Guzzi Griso Vintage Cafe

Guzzi Griso had a special charm, I was convinced, and had not received the expected success is also another truth, but now seeing from Flavio Vergara of Bonfanti Motorcycle this modified key cafe racer I am even more convinced.
Moto Guzzi Griso Vintage Cafe by Bonfanti Motorcycle. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBYyc)
A vintage charm of elements such as the tank, the strap that runs the length of the various components in aluminum type number plates and fenders, change face to this motion.

Does not end there, if seen it from the front and your eyes will be pampered with a headlamp designed special and memorable. While its body made to cover the engine parts and strengthen the stout impression. In order the modified result more handsome, the display of fuel tank, seat and its aft section deliberately designed to thicken the luxury impression..
Right side view of Moto Guzzi Griso Vintage Cafe by Bonfanti Motorcycle. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBYyc)
To emphasize the work performed contributes photos of Massimiliano Coi, who has found the right location and the right light to achieve the desired effect, of character motion and lived with a veil of air.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. God will forgive Your sins.... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ROCKET GARAGE]
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Thursday, August 18, 2016

Real version of Tamiya Aero Avante

Tamiya has been part of childhood for you, men. Even now, the game is still very popular of all ages. On that basis, In 2015 Tamiya makes a project to build a real car model based Aero Avante, which is the most popular series.
Tamiya made an Aero Avante in scale 1:1. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dCphb)
Through its website, Shizuoka-based toy manufacturer uploaded several videos to explain how a toy constructed into a real car in scale 1:1. Each piece is made as closely as possible with the Aero Avante. Even to make the cockpit canopy, the technicians use special techniques in order to form accurate.

"Our mission is to share the happiness and experience with mini 4WD enthusiasts around the world," writes the site.
Tamiya Aero Avante series. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dCphb)
As described, for body-car body using a plastic material that is printed. The chassis is made of tubular frame shaped like a buggy car. And from the rims, up to the body cover is placed in the rear of the car. In a way, this project embodies the children's dreams to see a "real" Tamiya that could drive fast on the circuit.
Rear side view of Tamiya Aero Avante in scale 1:1. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dCphb)
The size of real version of Tamiya Aero Avante has a length of 4,650 mm, width 2,800 mm and height of 1,440 mm. Despite the roller in the front and rear of the car, do not even think the driver must have rammed the car to the wall to turn. Yes, the driver does not have to turn in that way, because Aero Avante have the steering wheel in the cockpit, so the rollers just a display.
Behind its single seater cabin, there is a 4-cylinder engine capacity of 1,600 cc, combined with a 4-speed manual transmission system. But no mention of what the car's engine is derived, as well as how much torque and power, Tamiya only mention this car top speed is 180 km/h. Woow, cool too !! *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ]
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These aircraft offer an amazing experience

Windspeed Technologies, an aerospace company currently designing an airplane that has a solution to reduce boredom when inside the cabin. Windspeed are designing SkyDeck aircraft, which is basically the equivalent of aeronautics for the panoramic sunroof.
The SKyDeck offer an amazing experience while on long-distance flight. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dD5Iq)
As reported by Autoevolution on Monday, December 14, 2015, the basic idea of ​​making this aircraft is to be entertained while on the flight, which is often tedious if in the long-distance flights. Windspeed have a solution that passengers do not feel bored while traveling.

Therefore, the aircraft is designed to use a transparent canopy and passenger seat therein that may arise to the top of the plane' cabin in order to see the scenery while traveling. After making the development of more than one year, the project is finally ready to be implemented.
The transparent canopy located on the SkyDeck, will be as strong as the other aircraft exterior parts. The materials used are also able to withstand all kinds of bad weather.
The biggest problem in coming up with a functional design is aerodynamic interference with the aircraft's tail. It's not like doing spacewalks, but at least you'll pay less for an amazing experience. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOEVOLUTION]
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A noisy, skinny and charming Café Racer

It feels proud to be able to build an old motorcycle, especially when rewarded with the top prize when following a contest. This is what might be perceived by Larry Houghton and his crew of Lamb Engineering, at the time they managed to reach the championship title on the Custom Chrome International Bike Shows 2011, in Mainz, Germany.
BSA Gold Star 'Son of a Gun' by Lamb Engineering. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBXfC)
At the time, Larry was carrying a 1951 BSA Goldstar motorcycle that has been modified in such a way and given the name "Son of a Gun". If you see the picture and said, "This is not the BSA Goldstar," then Larry and his crew will understand. Because, its original form almost nothing left anymore.

Motorcycles are becoming champion in the Championship Class was carrying the ZB machine model of the year of 1951 were estimated capacity of 499 cc. Larry claims that the machine was noisy and originally used for the race. And the transmission system taken from the BSA M20 military motorcycle.
Right side view of BSA Gold Star 'Son of a Gun' by Lamb Engineering. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBXfC)
They then create forged steel frame and welded so as to produce the "skinny" impression. Meanwhile, the handlebars, fuel tank up to the stern made with the cafe racer style. It then combined with the bare-chains. It also get the inverted front forks, while the front and rear legs fitted with 17-inches sized alloy wheels and then wrapped with the Talon supermoto typical tires.

A unique, rear suspension seemed to be left alone. It no longer "assigned" hold the rear tires directly, but made as if monoshock (though there were two suspensions) and attached directly to the machine frame.
Rear side view of BSA Gold Star 'Son of a Gun' by Lamb Engineering. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBXfC)
"Its style is a mix between the 1960 Honda racing motorcycle and Yamaha FS1E," said Larry. He was with the team spends up to 1,200 hours to build this bike and buy some spare parts from eBay.
The total cost of the construction of the gold, chrome bodied "Son Of A Gun" has reached US $9,800, or approx Rp.90 million and does not include the crew cost. That's worth priced for a champion trophy. At least, Larry can smile proudly that time.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. God will forgive Your sins.... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LAMB ENGINEERING | BIKEGLAM]
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