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 RodPenrose
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| posted on May 17th, 2013 at 09:21 AM |
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New Parachutes
I am in the process of doing a deal with Stroud Saftey on some VW drag racing parachutes . This deal will include the purpose built VW parachute ,
pilot chute with spring , bag , release cable , release handle , instructions and all necessary hardware . I will not order the universal pack mount
as these do not work on a VW beetle so mounting the pack will be your responsibility . Stroud are the only company that make a specific parachute for
a VW and I have been using these for the past 15 years . They are available in the following colours ;
Black
Red
Blue
Purple
Yellow
Hot pink
Orange
White
The cost should be around the $ 480 -$ 500 mark landed in Australia and I will require a $ 50% deposit upon your order within the next 2 weeks . I
will pick them up in 2 weeks time and they will make my next container that will land on the 3rd week of July , ROD ,02-42729920 .
More boost + More fuel = More power
1968 Beetle fastest run 8.96 sec @ 161 mph 4th Nov. 2001
2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
http://www.rodpenroseracing.com.au
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Stanley
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| posted on May 17th, 2013 at 05:56 PM |
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I wish I went fast enough to need one 
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nbturbo
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| posted on May 17th, 2013 at 10:53 PM |
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As per our phone conversation-I would like a - let me think - a yellow one.Let me know your bank details and I will do a deposit.
Thanks.
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westi
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| posted on May 19th, 2013 at 09:09 AM |
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Mph vs weight is how you work what chute you need.
How are these one just for vw's rod.
Don't take it the wrong way. But I have never seen anything just for a vw.
A link would be cool ,if you have.
Cheers
down sharon.
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SuperOwen
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| posted on May 19th, 2013 at 04:00 PM |
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Correct me if I'm wrong but they are different to the regular 400 stroud chute, mainly being designed for a softer hit when opening.
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SuperOwen
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| posted on May 19th, 2013 at 04:02 PM |
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Here's some UAC info, I don't think they list them in the regular stroud catalogue.
http://ultimateaircooled.com/simplemachinesforum/index.php/topic,8439.0.html
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| posted on May 19th, 2013 at 11:36 PM |
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They added holes to allow more air to pass through the chute, makes for a softer deployment. I think on John Toomeys dragster the lines were longer
also . Mike McCarthy
This is the dragster racing " High Steppin "
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5zQ9nv8IJA
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| posted on May 20th, 2013 at 10:38 AM |
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Hi Rodney, just to confirm my order for an orange chute as per phone call. Thanks Aaron.
AARON'S SPEED SHIFT AUTOS
Specialising in Vw automatic transmissions, differentials and torque converters
Stock or modified to suit your application (street, drag, off road)
Ph 0402 233 027
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Is it really worth getting chutes from the US , when we can get a 12ft Deist chute here in Australia for $350 and a complete 15ft long cable kit with
lever for $110 ..... The chutes are rated to 180mph for light cars and 160mph for heavier cars , and come in
BLACK
BLUE
RED
PURPLE
Ben Ford uses one of these chutes on his Supercharged drag bug with great success and proven to keep the bug stable upon opening .....
I have 2 of these chutes in stock ( 1x RED 1x PURPLE ) also 1x cable release kit , and will be taking these to the VW Nationals . Wayne
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RodPenrose
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| posted on May 20th, 2013 at 11:32 AM |
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| Quote: | Originally
posted by hypo-vw
Is it really worth getting chutes from the US , when we can get a 12ft Deist chute here in Australia for $350 and a complete 15ft long cable kit with
lever for $110 ..... The chutes are rated to 180mph for light cars and 160mph for heavier cars , and come in
BLACK
BLUE
RED
PURPLE
Ben Ford uses one of these chutes on his Supercharged drag bug with great success and proven to keep the bug stable upon opening .....
I have 2 of these chutes in stock ( 1x RED 1x PURPLE ) also 1x cable release kit , and will be taking these to the VW Nationals . Wayne
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Wayne , as always you seem to be misinformed as to the efficiency of the purpose made parachute for the VW beetle . The parachute made by Stroud has
longer lines and vent holes designed into them for rear engined cars . I have used several different types of parachutes over the years and have found
all other brands to be very harsh on deployment thus unsettling the car in the braking area . Remember I have personally tested these at over 160 MPH
as you may not be aware of this. I know that all of your cars are not going this fast so the Deist may suit your application, however if you ever
require a specialised chute when your speeds increase I would highly recommend the stroud, as would other notable fast racers in the US. As a previous
poster has already pointed out these are not in the regular stroud catalogue. If you wish to sell your own parachutes, please advertise them on your
own post . ROD .
More boost + More fuel = More power
1968 Beetle fastest run 8.96 sec @ 161 mph 4th Nov. 2001
2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
http://www.rodpenroseracing.com.au
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| posted on May 20th, 2013 at 04:26 PM |
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As much as I don't want to get involved in this crazy feud, I cannot help feeling Rod is right about advertising in another person's post.
With my drum brakes, I don't need a parachute........just a good supply of Reg Grundies.
I'd rather wear a Beetle out by racing it than by polishing it!
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| posted on May 20th, 2013 at 05:41 PM |
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I imagine repacking the chute between corners would be quite the challenge as well Greg.
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RodPenrose
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| posted on May 23rd, 2013 at 08:42 AM |
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LAST DAYS
Hi guy's , I will be ordering these tomorrow and at the moment I have orders for 6 and need 2 more to make the deal work . I will need final orders
before tomorrow or you will miss out on this deal , Stroud will take 10 days to complete this order and this just fits in with me being able to call
in to pick them up , thanks ROD , 02-42729920 .
More boost + More fuel = More power
1968 Beetle fastest run 8.96 sec @ 161 mph 4th Nov. 2001
2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
http://www.rodpenroseracing.com.au
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| posted on May 23rd, 2013 at 10:00 AM |
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rod, the exterior design expert decided that i need a blue one
talk to you on sunday
dave
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RodPenrose
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| posted on July 6th, 2013 at 07:30 PM |
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Just a quick up-date on the order guy's . The container has left the US and will be here on the 23rd of July . I will contact you around this date to
get them sent out , thanks for the support , ROD.
More boost + More fuel = More power
1968 Beetle fastest run 8.96 sec @ 161 mph 4th Nov. 2001
2010 New Beetle 8.12 sec on 8th march 2014
http://www.rodpenroseracing.com.au
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20bkombi
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| posted on July 6th, 2013 at 09:12 PM |
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Sweet !!! Thanks Rodney
AARON'S SPEED SHIFT AUTOS
Specialising in Vw automatic transmissions, differentials and torque converters
Stock or modified to suit your application (street, drag, off road)
Ph 0402 233 027
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| posted on July 6th, 2013 at 11:02 PM |
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Thanks Rod-as soon as you have worked out what I owe you-text me the details. The push rod tubes are in and working- thanks.
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| posted on August 1st, 2013 at 09:56 PM |
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Just to keep you posted Rod-I managed to buy a new release cable for the chute-so no need to chase one up for me.
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| posted on August 30th, 2013 at 10:02 PM |
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Chute arrived Wednesday- thanks. PM me with a $$ number. Dont think I will make it to Warwick.
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