Sapid Pty Ltd

17/07/2018

Red Chopper we arranged Compliance approval for the local manufacturer.

05/11/2014

Have a problem WD40 could fix?

17/10/2014

Red Tape Lift on ADR’s
Speculation and confusion have been surrounding bike talk recently as the Federal Government have proposed ADR changes that will affect the requirements for motorcycle mudguards and tail tidy’s.

The Government have now lifted the constraint for fitting tail tidy’s, previously only allowing for manufacturers to do the job.

A new document has been complied by the Department of Transport and Main Roads, outlining what you will need to do if you choose to change your motorcycle in line with the revised Australian Design Rule (ADR).

Excerpts of said document are as follows:

Changes made to the ADR:
Under the revised version of the ADR, the mudguard on the rear axles must continue to:
• cover the entire width of the tyre; and
• protect other road users, as far as practicable, against thrown-up stones, mud, ice, snow and water; and
• reduce the dangers due to contact with the moving wheels. - The 45°angle requirement has been removed.
How this benefits you:
If you have a motorcycle that was built to meet the previous version ADR, Transport and Main Roads recommends that you do not modify the mudguards or remove the tail tidy fitted, as this was how the vehicle was built and tested by the manufacturer.
However, if your motorcycle was built and fitted with a tail tidy so that it met the 45°angle requirement that was in the previous version of the ADR, you can remove the tail tidy if you choose. If you do, there are a few simple rules you have to follow to make sure your motorcycle stays compliant:
• Only the tail tidy may be removed. Any other part of the body or mudguard must be left fitted to the vehicle. The remaining mudguard (which may include part of the motorcycle’s body that acts as a mudguard) must cover the entire width of the tyre.
• If the number plate for the motorcycle was attached to the tail tidy, you must make sure it is reattached to the motorcycle correctly. The number plate must be visible from 20m at all points within the arcs marked ‘A’
• If you make any other modification to the mudguard of your motorcycle, other than removing the tail tidy, you should talk to an Approved Person (Engineer) who can help you ensure your motorcycle is safe and compliant.

This really means that motorcycles need rear guards that cover the width of the tyre but don't need to go back to 45 degrees.
The requirements for the position of lights etc remain unchanged.
Contact me if you need any more information.

12/10/2014

Want to improve your driving?

http://www.roadcraft.co.uk/roadcraft-2

Roadcraft: the police driver and riders handbooks for better, safer driving.

12/10/2014

Ever wondered how cars and vans are made?
This should answer all your questions.

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1094815_mercedes-benz-ad-tells-us-where-baby-vans-come-from-video

When carmakers unveil a new vehicle, they often compare it to an established model, sometimes saying that it incorporates the "DNA" of that successful product. Mercedes-Benz takes that concept a bit literally in a new ad for its latest Vito delivery van. Called Dirty Driving, it shows an S63 AMG...

01/10/2014

Qld Transport has from today changed the requirements for imported vehicles made pre 1969. If no modifications are made to them, then no modification plate is required.
However, if they are converted to right hand drive and/or seat belts or child restrant anchorages are fitted, then modification plate for those modifications is required.
For vehicles made between 1969 and 1972, seat belts are not required unles they were originally fitted.
If you need more information, please contact me.

28/09/2014

We love a challenge.
We love something different.
We modify vehicles, approve modifications others have done and obtain registration on imported vehicles.
We value generosity and will give you the time initially to get a thorough understanding of what you are trying to achieve.
We believe that no challenge is too great and so we will investigate all potential possibilities to achieve the twin goals of safety and registration.
We never compromise on safety.
Our families are important to us and we know that if we compromise on your or your families safety, we compromise our own family too.

05/09/2014

Great looking Mini (of the original Leyland type) came in recently for seat belts, child restraints and a Qld modification palte so it can be registered..

05/09/2014

We also inspect and issue approvals for pre ADR vehicles such as this nice Austin Healey.

03/09/2014

★ ★ Have you modified your vehicle and are worried about getting or keeping it registered? ★★

You have spent time and money on your Landcruiser to lift it and re-engine it and now wonder if you done the right thing? What will happen if you are stopped by the police? Will they let it stay registered?

You have put 5 years of your spare time rebuilding your dream 1960’s Mustang and it is nearly ready for the road. You have been told regulations have changed. You have been told nothing has changed. Which is correct? What should you do?

How will you get it registered?

Which “expert” should you believe?

I have been working with Transport Departments and approving modified vehicles since 1989 so know what’s required.

If you are keen to find out what you can do, or need to do with your vehicle to be legally registered, give ring me on 07 3255 1621 or send me a quick email.

01/09/2014

Self parking car from Audi - even find the parking spaces itself!

https://www.youtube.com/embed/rgN8MOrss40?rel=0