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Old 12th July 2010, 11:55 PM
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Default My build - MX5 Donor

I hope you don't mind but I thought I'd start a thread so that anyone interested in my attempts could get a heads up on new posts on my build diary...

So if you are intersted activity during July has been updated - follow the link in my sig

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Old 13th July 2010, 07:32 AM
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Nice work there Matt,

I like the additional triangulation around U4 & U5 , also the way you have adapted the transmission tunnel for your gearbox.

Good luck with the rear suspension/diff cage area, it,ll be great to see it come together & on wheels .

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Old 15th July 2010, 11:40 PM
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Thanks Andy

For those interested there's a bit more development on the 3d and a few dimensions up now.

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A few more bits added, 3D wishbones etc...

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Old 22nd September 2010, 10:07 AM
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Not too much progress but some photos of where I am up to - it even has the motor sitting where it should be ...
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Old 8th October 2010, 12:49 AM
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Some changes to the rear wishbones to better accomodate the shocks...
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Old 31st December 2010, 01:01 AM
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I have managed to use the Christmas break to do a bit - updates here:

http://www.mx5-locost.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=13

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Nice work there Matt

The extra lengths of steel ( BR8 & 9 ) look ideal for supporting the engine, its all coming together nicely,

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Nice work there i have bookmarked your build diary, I am coming round to the idea of an MX5 donor!
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Old 31st December 2010, 10:29 AM
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You know it makes sense

Thanks for the encouragement guys.

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