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Post by kev80 on Mar 5, 2019 19:08:44 GMT
Hi all,
Just thought I'd pop in a introduce myself. I'm currently planning an Exocet G Type, and have just purchased an MX5 (2002 1800 NB-FL) as a donor.
I would very much like to have a look at a vehicle someone has built before I actually commit funds - is there anyone in the local area who would allow me to have a gander at their creation?
Anyway, I'm no mechanic, but I have a wealth of experience working on all manner of cars, so hope I can contribute as well as scrounge assistance from others!
Cheers,
Kev
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Post by russhowell on Mar 7, 2019 8:50:53 GMT
Hello Kev,
I am in Fleet, but only just removed the body from my donor, and ordered the kit yesterday.
Guess I am couple of months away from having anything to look at.
Good luck
Russ
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Post by kev80 on Mar 8, 2019 16:16:12 GMT
Thanks Russ, were a father and sons team, and we are running the MX for a few weeks prior to stripping it to see what we have bought! I've only driven it a few miles so far, and apart from a rattle that appears to be coming from the rear brakes, all seems well.
Subframes will clearly need a media blast and paint prior to assembly, but I'm planning new poly bushes all round, wilwood brakes on the front, refurb the rear brakes, some coil overs, and a general refurb of everything else on the reassembly!
Wondering if an engine/box and diff overhaul are worth doing while its all in bits too.
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Post by ritchie624 on Mar 11, 2019 7:49:41 GMT
Hi Kev some luck for you I’m in Swindon but my mk1 Exocet is a way off finished I had had it a few years and more of a storage cupboard now. In a week or so hoping to get back on it though finally and you are welcome to come have a look. I have also taken apart many mx5 and have loads of spares and extra bits.
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Post by kev80 on Mar 28, 2019 8:25:54 GMT
Hi ritchie, that would be great. Sorry I missed your reply.
Give me a nudge when you get back on it and I'd love to come and have a look.
Cheers!
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Post by ritchie624 on Mar 28, 2019 22:32:49 GMT
Hi ritchie, that would be great. Sorry I missed your reply. Give me a nudge when you get back on it and I'd love to come and have a look. Cheers! Will in a few weeks when I’m back up and running and clear the car our. |
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Post by kev80 on Apr 29, 2019 18:58:04 GMT
Well, I've done it. I've bought a G Type from a guy who's been unable to build for personal reasons. Its arriving on Saturday and then the build can begin I'm earnest!
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Post by ritchie624 on Apr 29, 2019 19:00:28 GMT
Juts clearers mine out and started working on it again today randomly. If you want to come over and take a peak any time.  |
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Post by kev80 on May 7, 2019 10:37:45 GMT
That would be good - always nice to have someone local to bounce ideas off either way!
Nice to back in a car community either way, I've wanted a kit car for over 20 years, and I've finally done it!
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Post by ritchie624 on May 7, 2019 10:42:49 GMT
That would be good - always nice to have someone local to bounce ideas off either way! Nice to back in a car community either way, I've wanted a kit car for over 20 years, and I've finally done it! Just send me a private message and we can sort a trip over to mine to see the car. |
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Post by ritchie624 on Aug 8, 2019 10:36:43 GMT
Hi Kev I will be building all next week if you wanted to come over and look at the car, trying to get it finished for next Friday.
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Post by kev80 on Aug 19, 2019 16:07:58 GMT
Hi Ritchie, only just got back from summer hols. How did you get on? Sure I could swing by one evening this week if that works for you?
Kev
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Post by ritchie624 on Aug 23, 2019 22:46:39 GMT
Hi Ritchie, only just got back from summer hols. How did you get on? Sure I could swing by one evening this week if that works for you? Kev Hey Kev sorry I never get notifications and it’s very quiet on the forum now. It’s got wiring we got a few lights and the fuel pump but no starter, hoping it’s a bad starter so I will be removing it and putting 12v directly before I buy another 2nd hand. |
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Post by kev80 on Mar 16, 2020 21:39:34 GMT
Hi All,
Well it's been a while since I did anything on the Exocet, as another couple of projects have required significnat time and effort to sort since last summer, however, I'm now back on it and will post some updates soon!
Hope everyone is well.
K
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