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Old 8th March 2017, 07:58 PM
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I ordered 14" - 9.5" and 12" - 8.5" I'm also using Saturn plans
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Old 8th March 2017, 08:03 PM
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Is that a full 14" shock or 13" with a 1" extension?
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Old 8th March 2017, 08:08 PM
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I ordered these -

https://www.rallydesign.co.uk/produc...oducts_id=5242

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https://www.rallydesign.co.uk/produc...oducts_id=5240
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Old 8th March 2017, 08:08 PM
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I then ordered springs from merlinmotorsport
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Old 8th March 2017, 09:08 PM
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Are you happy with the ride?
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Old 8th March 2017, 09:47 PM
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It's not on the road yet to be honest, but it all sits well, procomp are said to be the Ines to get if you have the extra cash, but I don't think gaz will be that bad unless you're looking at regular track days etc
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Old 8th March 2017, 10:02 PM
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Great stuff, thank you, I'll put my order in tomorrow.
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Old 9th March 2017, 09:40 AM
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Is that for a Sierra based build? Mines an MX5 build using the Saturn Sports Cars plans.

I vaguely recall someone saying to use 14" front shocks for mine as 13" shocks can top out easily causing some handling issues (I presume the wheel could potentially leave the ground or go very light?)

Sorry for the slow reply - work got in the way. Mine is an MX5 / Sierra hybrid but the front end is indeed Sierra based. These shocks give 0.5" more travel than the 13" with 1" extension and although my mileage is low on the road it seems fine but it is really excellent on track.
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Old 16th March 2017, 06:36 PM
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I went for 14 and 12" Protechs in the end in all black. I've also got all my lighting on the way asides from the rear clusters which I've not made my mind up on yet. The clear Caterham units look reasonable but the price is excessive for what they are.

I saw this and found the lights on eBay but I've certain they're not e-marked (but the guys car in the picture passed with them on, I suspect they were overlooked). I would go for them if I was certain they'd pass. £30 a pair too.

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Has anyone any nice looking suggestions?
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Old 14th April 2017, 08:22 PM
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Hi guys,

so things have changed at home here and my spare time for the next year or so has now vanished. My project so far has become a burden overnight and its time for me to part ways with it. I've cancelled my order for bodywork with Vmax as well so what I've made and gathered together is available as a job lot.

The chassis has a number from the DVLA and I have a copy of the MX5 V5 from which the engine and other Mazda parts came from.

A lot of parts a new or refurbished and refinished and overall is a sound base and head start from which to continue for a quick finish for the right person with the time and money to do so.

I'll compile am accurate list of parts ad better description soon.

I'm looking for £1650. The car is based in Hampshire.
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