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Post by jmills on Mar 2, 2016 3:42:58 GMT
Awesome progress! Where did you get the battery box?
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Post by golden86 on Mar 2, 2016 11:04:22 GMT
Awesome progress! Where did you get the battery box? I found it at a battery plus store near me in villa park |
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Post by einy on Mar 2, 2016 12:16:35 GMT
That type of box is 'surprisingly available' in many place. I found mine at WalMart for $12, straps / mounting kit included.
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Post by golden86 on Mar 10, 2016 0:35:00 GMT
A lot has progressed over the past few days. I finally got it on the ground and took it for a spin. All I can say, this is going to be one incredible summer. I found out that both of my re manufactured front brakes are leaking from the piston seals. The problem is I bought them last year and they are out of return policy. I also found out my brake master is leaking from the reservoir. I picked up the parts to fix all this today, so that is on the to do list. I also mounted the rear bodywork. This was by FAR the most frustrating thing of the entire build. It is virtually impossible to get your hands in there to attach the fuel fill hose. After about an hour of extremely colorful language, the deed was done. I plan to head to the DMV this coming Monday to get the registration started. In my state (Illinois) they require 4 photos of the vehicle (front, back, left, right). My plan is to get the car "looking" legal so I can get the ball rolling with the paperwork. People have told me it takes 6-8 weeks for the entire process. Even though I may not be completely finished at this moment, this gives me time to get all the little things sorted before the physical inspection to get it actually legal. I did't take many pictures ( I promise I will this weekend), So I will leave you with a pic of the cars maiden voyage out into the sunlight.  |
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Post by lhintze on Mar 10, 2016 1:23:50 GMT
Looking good! What's the specs on the wheels/tires?
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Post by golden86 on Mar 10, 2016 11:07:53 GMT
Looking good! What's the specs on the wheels/tires? 15x8 0mm offset Rota Grids 205/50/15 Federal 595 RS-R |
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Post by jon on Mar 10, 2016 14:53:19 GMT
How are you doing the fuel filler?
It seems no one has a good way. Mine works, but has compromises.
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Post by jmills on Mar 10, 2016 15:12:15 GMT
Mike,
Just got an IL registration rejection. PM me your number if you want to connect on details.
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Post by greg on Mar 10, 2016 17:38:20 GMT
How are you doing the fuel filler? It seems no one has a good way. Mine works, but has compromises. We should start a thread about this. Seems like a common issue we all have. |
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Post by abc123 on Mar 10, 2016 18:15:30 GMT
was just talking about those tires with a friend...supposed to be great
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Post by golden86 on Mar 11, 2016 1:27:35 GMT
Mike, Just got an IL registration rejection. PM me your number if you want to connect on details. I just sent you my number, please call me asap so i can be ready for the DMV gauntlet |
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Post by driver on Mar 11, 2016 23:10:04 GMT
What tyres are they I like the tread pattern? Thx
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Post by golden86 on Mar 11, 2016 23:22:11 GMT
What tyres are they I like the tread pattern? Thx Check about 7 posts above yours  |
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Post by snowbird1 on Mar 12, 2016 4:10:46 GMT
How are you doing the fuel filler? It seems no one has a good way. Mine works, but has compromises. Something I have used on previous builds - an access cover with the stock cap underneath:   Advantage is it is easy to lift off the cover. One the Repicar I thought of using the Car Builder 3 1/2 inch Aston cap but 220 quid for what would be a dummy cap was a bit much, so I just hid it behind the headrest |
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Post by greg on Mar 12, 2016 18:18:03 GMT
Wow  ! Where can I find it? |
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