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Hardwick Wagonette |
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| The prototype finished in May, 1992, is the fifth model built by Hardwick
Hideout. It is made entirely of aluminum except for the axles, springs,
and railing around the seats. All fasteners are stainless steel. All the
hardware such as shaft tips, holdbacks, hubcaps and whipholder are made
at the 'Hideout'.
This prototype was finished just in time to enter the New Vehicle Class at the 1992 Carriage Association Conference in Asheville, N. C. on May 7, and won the class. Basically a 6 passenger vehicle (including driver), it can be used with one large horse, a pair, or a team. As with all 'Hideout' vehicles, the wheels have roller bearings. The wheels also have grease fittings so that the wheels may be greased without removing them from the axle. The vehicle sets on 300 lb. springs (500 lb springs in rear), which gives a very comfortable ride. The shafts have 6" of adjustment in length in 1 1/2" increments. Patten-leather is hand-sewn onto the shafts. The pole is supported by a shock absorber and the end has 10" of adjustment in 2" increments. The seat cushions are rolled and pleated black vinyl. The rear seats face to the inside as with all wagonettes. The standard drivers' wedge is mounted so that the cushion lifts up for a storage compartment underneath. There are also large storage compartments under the rear bench seats and the front seat. Each compartment has its' own metal door. All the parts are sanded before welding. When all assemblies and parts are done they are sent to a powder coating shop, brought back, and the vehicle is then assembled. All Hardwick Hideout vehicles are cut out, machined, shaped, TIG welded, and assembled by myself and two other people. The only purchased parts are the springs (modified here), bearings, and cushions. Vehicle weight ----600 lbs (approx. - options will vary weight) Price painted (powder coat) -------$7700.00 Standard Equipment:
Standard shock absorber supported pole Options: Optional pole ends are available Wedge seat on glider tracks------$350.00 -- (adds 15 lbs to vehicle weight) Chrome on brass hardware ------$100.00 (polished brass is standard) Cushions ------Standard rolled and pleated black vinyl ------Customer can choose own material and cost may vary. Shafts --------$350.00 Front disc brakes -----$500.00 Lamps -----priced according to quality and type. |
Hardwick Hideout
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Russ & Eva Hardwick
10 SE 125th Terrace Rd.
Silver Springs, FL 34488
phone: (352) 625-3263
email:
rhardwick@cfl.rr.com