This video inspired me to build my own 3 wheeler without the compromises. No wood, no vacuum formed plastic, no quarter turn fasteners or wasted space and more room for occupants.
I was a teenager in the 70s with a huge love of motorcycles. I remember going to classic bike events here in the UK and there were always a handful of the original Morgan three wheelers at those, mostly from the 40s or earlier. I remember getting rides in them from generous owners and loving it immensely. Back in the 70s the original Morgans were not very expensive classics, actually no classics commanded high prices back then, but Morgans could be bought for very little money. It is a brilliantly clever design. The originals had J. A. Prestwich or Matchless V twin engines. It was such a great idea to turn the motor around and put it across the front.
There's several kits available if Morgan's are a bit rich. Triking is the one we're going to build, you just need a Moto guzzi v twin donor Also, these things should be hand built and unique, that's what they're supposed to look like. There's an aircraft switchology company that built one with their switch gear in the dash Because it was such a wonderful way to show off their skill indoors at industry shows. I've kept the photos, one day I'll hunt them down and find them.
@@loucostabile Found it: The Aerosport Triking afors.com/index.php?page=adview&adid=30181&imid=4 Aerosport: www.aerosportproducts.com/ As soon as I found it all those years ago, "Brewster green with Barley trim" was seared into my brain
I remember seeing one of these when I lived in England in the 1950's-1960's. The guy that owned it lived around the corner in Park Lane, Tottenham. It had a V-twin engine in it that was made by J.A.P. which stood for J.A. Preswitch. I'm not sure if I spelled the last name correctly, & at the time I lived pretty close to the J.A.P. factory where they made the engines.
4:16 "It's pretty simplistic." No, it's not; it's pretty simple. I think Morgan would be offended at the suggestion that their design is simplistic. "Simplistic" means characterized by extreme simplism; oversimplified: for example, "a simplistic notion of good and bad."
+yoof01 "I think I can say with a some degree of certainty, they would be flattered that it's considered simplistic." Then you don't know what "simplistic" means.
***** " 'Simplistic' being the wilful act of simplicity..." That is not what "simplistic" means. "Simplistic" does not describe things that are easy to understand, deal with, or use. Those sorts of things are simply simple, and the willful act of simplicity is "simplification." However, if something is too simple-misleadingly so-then it is correctly called "simplistic." An argument that glosses over or omits relevant facts and presents trite, hackneyed, slogan-like statements and sound bites is indeed simplistic, but something that is purposefully reduced to its essential elements-following the "less is more" dictum-is not; it is "simple" or "simplified."
Hi Jonathan Pr., Request is fine. However I do see many vehicles in process of restoration, and although I'm happy to share pictures of the car in the "before" stage, i video cars in the "after" completed stage. Hope that helps, Lou
Yes, however kinda like having a big dog at a public park, you bring it with you all the time when you can, and keep it on a short leash, and just like that big dog, it's so much fun! :-) Lou
I believe it may be a Ferrari color called "Pinot Grigio". Morgan built a fully tricked-out car as a sales piece for car shows that was done in that color, and this one sure looks like the same color to me. Beautiful silver, isn't it, with a little brassiness in it?
@@loucostabile Before you hit the main road. I drive, among other things, a motorcycle, and it's a misery for me when vehicles drive like that. Can hurt a lot. Really mean no harm but can still be reminded. Please Håkan🙂
Hi Mike V, Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou
This video inspired me to build my own 3 wheeler without the compromises. No wood, no vacuum formed plastic, no quarter turn fasteners or wasted space and more room for occupants.
Yours looks GREAT! Well done!
I was a teenager in the 70s with a huge love of motorcycles. I remember going to classic bike events here in the UK and there were always a handful of the original Morgan three wheelers at those, mostly from the 40s or earlier. I remember getting rides in them from generous owners and loving it immensely. Back in the 70s the original Morgans were not very expensive classics, actually no classics commanded high prices back then, but Morgans could be bought for very little money.
It is a brilliantly clever design. The originals had J. A. Prestwich or Matchless V twin engines. It was such a great idea to turn the motor around and put it across the front.
Good times, good times. Thank you for sharing the memories of the Morgans :-) Lou
There's several kits available if Morgan's are a bit rich.
Triking is the one we're going to build, you just need a Moto guzzi v twin donor
Also, these things should be hand built and unique, that's what they're supposed to look like.
There's an aircraft switchology company that built one with their switch gear in the dash
Because it was such a wonderful way to show off their skill indoors at industry shows.
I've kept the photos, one day I'll hunt them down and find them.
@@loucostabile
Found it:
The Aerosport Triking
afors.com/index.php?page=adview&adid=30181&imid=4
Aerosport:
www.aerosportproducts.com/
As soon as I found it all those years ago, "Brewster green with Barley trim" was seared into my brain
I remember seeing one of these when I lived in England in the 1950's-1960's. The guy that owned it lived around the corner in Park Lane, Tottenham. It had a V-twin engine in it that was made by J.A.P. which stood for J.A. Preswitch. I'm not sure if I spelled the last name correctly, & at the time I lived pretty close to the J.A.P. factory where they made the engines.
Hi eldorado62, Glad this one brought back memories of England days :-) Thank you for viewing and adding to the story, Lou
My Car!!
In fact, mine is a 2017 Black exterior with Red...
You have a fun car too :-)
...a lot of fun!
Like a toy...
The first Morgan four wheeler was launched in 1936, they have done an 80th anniversary edition this year.
Did not know that, thanks for sharing, Lou
Thanks for making the show.
Thank you for viewing and sharing such a nice comment, Lou
This car has so much testosteron, it looks great in any color.
That's funny Thomas Oppenlaender :-) Glad you enjoy this one, Lou
What a car!
Hi Jonathan Pr., Glad you enjoyed this one :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou
4:16 "It's pretty simplistic."
No, it's not; it's pretty simple. I think Morgan would be offended at the suggestion that their design is simplistic.
"Simplistic" means characterized by extreme simplism; oversimplified: for example, "a simplistic notion of good and bad."
+SeikiBrian Hi, You're probably right. Thanks for viewing and picking that up. Take care, Lou
You're welcome and thank you for sharing your knowledge, Lou
+yoof01 "I think I can say with a some degree of certainty, they would be flattered that it's considered simplistic."
Then you don't know what "simplistic" means.
***** "...yet somehow their solution is extremely simple."
Yes, simple; not simplistic.
***** " 'Simplistic' being the wilful act of simplicity..."
That is not what "simplistic" means. "Simplistic" does not describe things that are easy to understand, deal with, or use. Those sorts of things are simply simple, and the willful act of simplicity is "simplification." However, if something is too simple-misleadingly so-then it is correctly called "simplistic." An argument that glosses over or omits relevant facts and presents trite, hackneyed, slogan-like statements and sound bites is indeed simplistic, but something that is purposefully reduced to its essential elements-following the "less is more" dictum-is not; it is "simple" or "simplified."
I know this is a litle strange to ask but if you can make a video about kit for build a replica for dreamers lol
Hi Jonathan Pr., Request is fine. However I do see many vehicles in process of restoration, and although I'm happy to share pictures of the car in the "before" stage, i video cars in the "after" completed stage. Hope that helps, Lou
Quite the toy, all hand made, I believe, did you drive it Lou?
Hi ron, Agreed, pretty cool toy. Didn't drive this one, and just enjoyed the ride :-)
it seems to have no security whatsoever, anybody can open that trunk or boot or even mess with the engine,interior. no way to keep it safe?
Yes, however kinda like having a big dog at a public park, you bring it with you all the time when you can, and keep it on a short leash, and just like that big dog, it's so much fun! :-) Lou
What colour is that.
Hi jason hardy, I have no idea. Maybe a Viewer can help answer your question. Lou
I believe it may be a Ferrari color called "Pinot Grigio". Morgan built a fully tricked-out car as a sales piece for car shows that was done in that color, and this one sure looks like the same color to me. Beautiful silver, isn't it, with a little brassiness in it?
Where's the fuel gauge?
I don't see one.
There isn't one
It’s digital and on the clocks
You didn´t stop......
.....where?
@@loucostabile
Before you hit the main road. I drive, among other things, a motorcycle, and it's a misery for me when vehicles drive like that. Can hurt a lot. Really mean no harm but can still be reminded.
Please Håkan🙂
Classic? Sure. Performance wise? Only 90hp. Just doesn't do it for me.
Hi Mike V, Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou
85bph........?
Sounds about right.
85 hp or with stage 1 modification its 105hp and 140 ft lbs of torque. 80db loud and more power than it needs. If there is such a thing!