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Post by Stiggy on May 30, 2019 11:33:54 GMT
Registering an Exocet is a simple process, you can add used parts from anything, use as many donors as you like, various makes and models, the only requirement is made clear in the above text.
"old parts are added to a kit comprising a manufactured body/chassis" and ...
"If a new monocoque bodyshell or chassis from a specialist kit manufacturer is used together with two major components from a donor vehicle, an age related mark will be assigned."
Nothing ambiguous written there.
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Post by kev80 on May 31, 2019 6:11:30 GMT
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Post by kev80 on May 31, 2019 6:18:32 GMT
Registering an Exocet is a simple process, you can add used parts from anything, use as many donors as you like, various makes and models, the only requirement is made clear in the above text. "old parts are added to a kit comprising a manufactured body/chassis" and ... "If a new monocoque bodyshell or chassis from a specialist kit manufacturer is used together with two major components from a donor vehicle, an age related mark will be assigned." Nothing ambiguous written there. Thanks Stuart, I'm just trying to ensure that whatever we end up doing with this build (fit the wankel now, or in the future) that I don't make assumptions and end up with an issue at the time of trying to register the car. I've done most types work on cars before, and I'm comfortable with most of the build process, but the more advice I can get now, the better. I completely agree with your assessment, but I can see someone at the DVLA saying that the engine and transmission is from one car, and the suspension and steering is from another, so here is your Q plate. That really isn't what I would like to achieve. |
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Post by hammy3601 on May 31, 2019 14:04:23 GMT
They dont care where your suspension and steering is from. On the 7 I built I had hubs/uprights, gearbox and diff from a Sierra and it was age related plate. Suspension was GBS and Gaz, prop GBS, radiator Polo, etc etc, Oh! and Engine was 2.0 Mondeo
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Post by kev80 on Aug 12, 2020 21:16:50 GMT
So we are finally back on with the build. This week I've completely rebuilt the front and rear subframes, new brakes all round, all new joints, drop links and bearings. It's finally looking like a car again, rather than a load of bits in boxes!
For those who saw my queries on wheels and tyres, I've decided to run the 15" enkeis that came with the car for now, and bought the appropriate spacers today.
I've only one question at the moment, if anyone can help?
People seem to run brake and fuel lines down the chassis, rather than the PPF. Why is this, as it looks like it would be much neater to use the PPF.
Cheers,
Kev
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Post by themorgster on Aug 12, 2020 22:05:19 GMT
One word - movement. The ppf is fixed to the gearbox/engine and the diff, both of which have flexible (bushed) joints to the subframes, which are rigidly bolted to the chassis. So basically the ppf moves a bit in relation to the chassis. The brake booster is also rigidly mounted to the chassis so you would need a flexi-joint on the (hard) brake line both ends if you ran it down the ppf or it would fatigue and eventually fail. If you are running flexible lines front to back for fuel and brakes (I think some people do) then I guess running them down the ppf would work ok.
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Post by kev80 on Aug 12, 2020 22:12:17 GMT
That makes sense, thanks, however my logic was using full polybushed everything limits movement, and I'm intending to use braided lines throughout for the brakes, so I'm not sure if flex would be an issue. It's only entered my mind because it makes lifting the chassis a simpler task should I ever want to in the future.
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Post by hutchey on Aug 13, 2020 9:32:11 GMT
Hi, we have run the fuel lines down the ppf but the brake line down the frame for this reason.
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Post by kev80 on Aug 13, 2020 20:38:19 GMT
Good stuff,thanks.
Today the engine has been stripped, had all new oil seals and belts, just need to finish detailing a few bits before bolting it to the trans and getting the whole skate back together and on its wheels! Hoping to get the frame fitted before the week is out!
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Post by kev80 on Aug 15, 2020 18:51:49 GMT
Skate now complete with wheel stays and shocks attached. All that's required is to mate the engine and 'box, but I'm awaiting delivery of some new clutch pressure plate bolts... Another part I seem to have mislaid! Now Monday should see the test fit of the chassis on the skate!
I'll throw up a few pics as soon as its together.
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Post by kev80 on Aug 30, 2020 9:23:23 GMT
Progress has been slow this last week, but final assembly should start today. We made the tough decision to remove the riveted floor; mainly because the aluminium was wrapped before install, which looked great but meant the PU was only sticking the frame to the vinyl.
Yesterday we cut and stich welded a 2mm galvanised floor in, which I believe is what is installed on the race chassis (at least as an option). The stitching is now closed to form a full seam, so today I'll flip it over and stitch around the seat mount rails, clean and paint the underside, and complete the installation of the brake and fuel lines. Hopefully by tomorrow it will be together enough to complete the column install and the pedal box/brake servo to allow completion of the hydraulics. Pictures will follow when I'm not on my mobile posting updates!
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Post by ritchie624 on Sept 7, 2020 20:56:09 GMT
Glad you are getting along well have to come check out your build as im swindon too.  |
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Post by camspeed on Sept 8, 2020 6:33:42 GMT
Glad you are getting along well have to come check out your build as im swindon too. That's me on the right with a bad back! along with Duncan......and my rebuilt (twice) G Type. Next time those two cars will be together is Llandow right Rich?  make it happen buddy! |
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make it happen buddy!