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Post by linuxd00d on Jan 25, 2014 7:00:28 GMT
Geoff.. By putting the pieces UP into the tunnel further you install the "P" clip onto them. That way you have more room to stack them with less chance of them rubbing together and being hit/broke/cut by something in the street if you run over something.. You will have about 4" up to mount to instead of 1 1/2" frame rail.. Do you have some photos of what this looks like by any chance? |
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Post by gwnwar on Jan 25, 2014 17:56:41 GMT
Francois.. Just sent you email with pic..
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Post by steadfast on Jan 26, 2014 4:32:22 GMT
What were the width and length dimensions of the pallet they used to ship your frame on? I'm contemplating making the drive down to ATL to pick mine up when it is ordered and ready, and am curious to know if it will fit on my current trailer. Also, any idea of the shipping weight? Thanks in advance !! The crate is 11ft x 5ft and is 6.5 inches thick. |
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Post by steadfast on Jan 26, 2014 4:58:29 GMT
It is update time. I didn't do what gwnwar mentioned. I got everything to do it, but then started mapping it out and it didn't work that well. I saw no way to mount them to where it didn't hit the tunnel above it. That and I didn't want to bend them as I was fear full of bending them too far and hitting the tranny or something else. I decided to do it the old fashion way, except I angled the clips up into the tunnel:  I then flipped her over and started working on the firewall. Boy are my hands tired from all the pop rivets. Too many to count:  Everything is in and ready:  Lets get this party started:  The miata that I bought had a fender bender, and I was always worried something was going to be twisted. I then got to this step:  It wasn't lining up on the side that had the fender bender. I then began to panic. I then realized that I had two jack stands that prevented everything from sitting correctly. TOUCHDOWN:   I also realized that my stock (CA OEM) exhaust didn't want to fit. I'm not sure why. I was wanting to get a new exhaust anyways, this just pushed me into making that decision. This will be ordered tomorrow from Exomotive:  |
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Post by gwnwar on Jan 26, 2014 5:44:39 GMT
Nice clean job with the tubes..Moving along at a good pace..See you also got the harness tray too..Do tabs/mounts for hood hold down (aero latches) come on the frame..
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Post by Deleted on Jan 26, 2014 10:32:52 GMT
It is update time. I didn't do what gwnwar mentioned. I got everything to do it, but then started mapping it out and it didn't work that well. I saw no way to mount them to where it didn't hit the tunnel above it. That and I didn't want to bend them as I was fear full of bending them too far and hitting the tranny or something else. I decided to do it the old fashion way, except I angled the clips up into the tunnel: I then flipped her over and started working on the firewall. Boy are my hands tired from all the pop rivets. Too many to count: Everything is in and ready: Lets get this party started: The miata that I bought had a fender bender, and I was always worried something was going to be twisted. I then got to this step: It wasn't lining up on the side that had the fender bender. I then began to panic. I then realized that I had two jack stands that prevented everything from sitting correctly. TOUCHDOWN: I also realized that my stock (CA OEM) exhaust didn't want to fit. I'm not sure why. I was wanting to get a new exhaust anyways, this just pushed me into making that decision. This will be ordered tomorrow from Exomotive: Wheres you other fuel pipe mate |
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Post by kecclest on Jan 26, 2014 13:17:16 GMT
99s only have one fuel line with the fuel pressure regulator mounted in the tank.
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Post by Kevin Patrick on Jan 26, 2014 18:06:57 GMT
Looking good!
It is aggravating to see the second 2x6 snapped in the crate picture. Both CA shipments that week had shipping skid damage when they arrived - at some point during the journey one of the loaders did not use long forks on their forklift. We did some FEA testing and if short forks are used to move the skid over long distances, the oscillations as it bounces along with the forklift can cause a lot of stress on inner boards and create a potential failure point in those 2x6s.
Warren went to work earlier this week on a revised skid design to allow for use with short forks. Despite UPS Freight's repeated assurances that long forks are used when posted on the freight, it is clear that along the line a forklift operator's laziness has the potential to cause damage to the skid, or worse, the chassis. We want Exocets to arrive at your door in the same condition that they leave our facility. Cars shipping this week now have the revised skid design. Soon we'll move away from plastic wrap outer wrap to a 7 mil heat shrink plastic - similar to what they use when shipping boats.
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Post by gwnwar on Jan 26, 2014 18:58:54 GMT
Kevin.. Sharp eye.. Glad to see that Exomotive is looking out for the builders..Both in the shipping and the updated design of the frame. Both for safety and ease of building.. Like the idea of the boat wrap. Maybe the use of a stencil
sprayed on the front and rear of the wrap/pallet "USE LONG FORKS ONLY" would help and also help in any insurance/shipping case..
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Post by Warren van Nus on Jan 26, 2014 19:20:07 GMT
We've got very clear and big signs all around the car insisting on long forks, and it's a condition of our shipping agreement. In fact, the original skid design was impossible to pick up without long forks, but our shipper found a way with a recent skid update.
Ultimately we care about the customer experience, and it's a lot easier to prevent a problem before it turns into a shipping damage claim.
For the record, only the NA exhaust fits unmodified. The NB resonator is a wide lady, and we elected to use that space for seats, as the Exocet mounts the passengers lower than in the Miata.
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Post by steadfast on Jan 26, 2014 23:49:57 GMT
I'm having a heck of a time getting the steering shaft installed. It also looks like the shaft that connects to the steering rack isn't long enough. Any ideas?
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Post by Warren van Nus on Jan 27, 2014 0:20:13 GMT
Perhaps that shaft has been telescoped inwards a bit? The Miata steering shaft is collapsible. It should line right up on the US frames. Do you have the pedals installed yet?
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Post by steadfast on Jan 27, 2014 1:46:31 GMT
All 3 pedals are installed. How does one un-telescope (is that a word?) the shaft?
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Post by steadfast on Jan 27, 2014 2:03:18 GMT
The miata was in an accident, and the airbag was deployed if that helps at all. I assume it can't be un-telescoped. I've already started looking on eBay!
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Post by Warren van Nus on Jan 27, 2014 4:38:33 GMT
Yup, it is designed to collapse in a frontal impact in order to not punch the driver with the steering wheel and airbag. I'd grab a new one if it's bad enough to not mate with the column. Not sure about "resetting" the column if it is that far off. The shaft may be bent or the splines damaged. Steering (along with the braking system) is one of those things that I don't like to play dice with.
If it was in a hard impact, definitely inspect the subframes, control arms, uprights, and steering rack. Look for cracks, especially near the welds. For that warm fuzzy feeling, replace the tie rod ends, ball joints, and wheel bearings. They're cheap on Rockauto, and you'll be more confident in the car.
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