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Post by andychalmers on Jul 12, 2011 17:05:05 GMT
Any update on this build, looks awsome.
PS where did you get the clips in the pic that fir the brake pipe & bottom arm?
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Post by mabbs on Jul 12, 2011 20:05:33 GMT
Any update on this build, looks awsome. PS where did you get the clips in the pic that fir the brake pipe & bottom arm? Bits are everywhere at the moment. Engine assembled (but not in) still waiting for the clutch as it is on 3 weeks delivery !!, steering column cover is made just finishing off the detail/trimming/fitting etc. Tunnel made and trimmed but needs fitting. Seats fitted with home made runner mounts. Currently making center console - Pattern and tooling made and carbon part should be done this week. Lots of other bits on the go which is all keeping me busy. Will try and get some pics up this weekend My target of Newark quickly went out the window !! |
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Post by syph013 on Jul 13, 2011 12:49:27 GMT
WOW, your build scares the life out of me, I have never seen a garage that tidy or clean. Seriously though that is an amazing car - looking forward to the next installment
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Post by Froggy on Jul 13, 2011 20:06:24 GMT
mabbs, the car is stunning! absolutely awesome, well done mate. and thats at half finished! just out of interest, you mention a couple of times that you have had moulds etc made for certain parts, lets say some carbon fibre parts for example, just wondering if these moulds are still available if people wanted to buy items from you? could be a nice money making thing for you, and maybe money saving thing for us mev builders!?
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Post by mabbs on Jul 14, 2011 19:26:03 GMT
mabbs, the car is stunning! absolutely awesome, well done mate. and that's at half finished! just out of interest, you mention a couple of times that you have had molds etc made for certain parts, lets say some carbon fibre parts for example, just wondering if these molds are still available if people wanted to buy items from you? could be a nice money making thing for you, and maybe money saving thing for us mev builders!? Hi Froggy, Yes the molds are available, but the carbon parts would not be exactly cheap. Their are other ways of making the components from the tools which would be a lot more cost effective. I am just concentrating on what I want at the moment and I am not looking to make money from the build/molds, but if people see something they want I can get the molds to RTR to make the parts for you. A couple of people have expressed and interest for some components so I will get the tooling to RTR when I have finished. Will keep you posted. |
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Post by mabbs on Jul 16, 2011 16:00:04 GMT
It has been a lengthy progress making parts made but they seem to be coming together now. A few more parts added:   Carbon steering column cover completed - at last.    Carbon tunnel made and fitted. Rivet nut the floor and fitted St.St button heads. Thought this was going to be a bit of a nightmare but married up very well.  Had to make my own runner-seat brackets. After testing some carbon and GRP type seats, I decided to opt for a more comfortable seating. Taking a long time to decide which seats I was going for (did not want nothing too big or bulky) I was told they were discontinued  But luckily the factory in Italy had one set remaining in red. These have added some weight from the 3kg carbon seats I was going to fit, but they can be changed at a later date easily if i decide to go 'gram' hunting:   The seat pads were 6" thick which made me sit very high, so I am having some thinner seat pads made out of memory foam and covered in the same material as the seats !! How the Rocket looks at the moment:  Just the harnesses to fit which I will do tomorrow and then out of parts again. Fingers crossed, the engine should be with me this week, as well as the carbon bonnet and center console ;D |
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Post by JimK on Jul 16, 2011 17:52:32 GMT
Hi Jon looking good, have you started the wiring yet? Looking forward to seeing the centre cosole and speedo.
Regards
Jim
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Post by mabbs on Jul 17, 2011 9:20:23 GMT
Hi Jon looking good, have you started the wiring yet? Looking forward to seeing the centre console and speedo. Regards Jim Hi Jim, Not started the electrics yet, just getting the parts in place then will probably look at starting to fit the loom soon. Changed my mind again on the dash/gauges but have finally decided to go for a Dash2 with their new Dash4 Pro. |
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Post by tlight on Jul 17, 2011 10:13:23 GMT
Mabbs,
As usual, your quality is excellent ! Loving the build.
Tim
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Post by mabbs on Jul 17, 2011 13:07:49 GMT
Harnesses done:  Seem to have a lot of adjustment length remaining. Has anyone had theirs trimmed back sensibly ? |
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Post by JimK on Jul 17, 2011 15:40:43 GMT
Hi Jon
I have bought the sparco belts, I have done trial fit and they will need trimming. I will have to fold and sew the cut edge, do not want a load of loose material.
Will put some pictures up during the week.
Regards
Jim
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Post by Tim Kerr on Jul 17, 2011 18:24:28 GMT
Don't cut them!!! Just do what all the race drivers do. Roll the excess up and hold together with a cable tie.
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Post by JimK on Jul 17, 2011 19:45:04 GMT
Good point on the harness, there is just loads of excess, I will roll and tyrap as you suggest.
Thanks
Jim
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Post by andychalmers on Jul 18, 2011 13:34:38 GMT
Awsome build, Im jelous of the nice clean garage. Think Im going to have to have a tidy up lol.
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Post by syph013 on Jul 18, 2011 15:21:57 GMT
Aaaaha mess and tools, I knew there had to be some.....on the door mat by the door
I check your thread each day to check the progress on what is an amazing build and car
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But luckily the factory in Italy had one set remaining in red. These have added some weight from the 3kg carbon seats I was going to fit, but they can be changed at a later date easily if i decide to go 'gram' hunting:
