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From field-find to first-drive - the story of my 1972 Invacar Model 70. (resto recap)

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Here's a quick recap of some of the highlights encountered during the recommissioning of "TWC", my 1972 Invacar Model 70 - the blue three-wheeler build specifically for wheelchair users. It uses a Steyr-Puch 493cc aircooled flat twin engine (not Villiers) allied to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). It sat in a field for 14 years before I found it, dragged it home and coaxed it into life. TWC 725K. The project didn't go smoothly - I broke the first engine and had a right battle with the brakes and electrics - but I got there in the end! This video covers everything from the field find to first engine start and first drive! I'll cover some of the adventures we've had since in a future video. HubNut goodies can be purchased at https://hubnut.org where you'll also find support options. Or, support HubNut at https://patreon.com/hubnut or via Channel memberships: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfxlBQnvNXX6o-2KbCMszWQ/join Snail mail: HubNut PO Box 96 NEW QUAY SA44 9AZ UNITED KINGDOM Don't forget to like the video if you like it, and share with your friends if you really like it! Thank you all.

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The Invacar (abbreviated from "invalid carriage") is a small single-seater microcar vehicle designed for use by disabled drivers, and was distributed for free in the UK.

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