Not quite a build thread....

[Johno]

Well been a while, but I have been getting on with things when work permits..

Finally got round to fitting my exhaust. Made the down pipe from stainless to go into my R1 can from "PieWerx"...

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_004_zpsfd15a27b.jpg

Also made an aluminium bezel to go round my side panel where the exhaust goes through and gave it a polish (filthy job to do).

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_003_zpsae4627ee.jpg

Managed to get most of my electrics in and tidied up...

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_008_zpsa742d01b.jpg


All the electrics in the engine bay have been put in split conduit and the ends or joins finished with self amalgamating tape.

High and low horns fitted...


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_006_zps10e5690b.jpg

[Johno]

Also started fitting my front suspension..


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_002_zps8f7d9c20.jpg

Got some bolts to change and stainless spacers to fit on my rose joints. Nothing has been set up regarding camber or castor yet.

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_005_zpsa62aa6f1.jpg

Chassis number at last stamped to stainless plate and fully welded to chassis cross member..


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_007_zps788a4b16.jpg

Radiator and cooling system all plumbed in and air filter fitted..


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_001_zps24eed9e3.jpg

[twinturbo]

looking very nice.

bit of an inverse colour to mine ;)

TT

[Davidbolam]

Also started fitting my front suspension..


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_002_zps8f7d9c20.jpg

Got some bolts to change and stainless spacers to fit on my rose joints. Nothing has been set up regarding camber or castor yet.

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_005_zpsa62aa6f1.jpg

Chassis number at last stamped to stainless plate and fully welded to chassis cross member..


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_007_zps788a4b16.jpg

Radiator and cooling system all plumbed in and air filter fitted..


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130814_001_zps24eed9e3.jpg
Johno


Where abouts did you get you air filter from?

Also have you ran the engine yet???

David

[K4KEV]

My guess would be these guys David as the air filter has ASH on the end which stands for Auto Silicone hoses
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/89mm-Inlet-Universal-Single-Cone-Air-Box-Filter-Silver-/330441470924?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4cefd8b3cc

[Johno]

looking very nice.

bit of an inverse colour to mine ;)

TT

Hi TT,:)
Yes I guess it is.:D
The wife and kids were with me when I was looking at your build photos and they liked the look of black and yellow body panels so I guess you had an input in my car...;)
I was going to go nearly all yellow but changed my mind....
I guess that's why this forum is all about.

[Johno]

My guess would be these guys David as the air filter has ASH on the end which stands for Auto Silicone hoses
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/89mm-Inlet-Universal-Single-Cone-Air-Box-Filter-Silver-/330441470924?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4cefd8b3cc

Hi David,:)
Kev is absolutely correct..;)
No I haven't started my engine yet....:o
I was planning on getting it off my stands first in case it vibrates it self off them (if it starts)...:eek:

[Johno]

Been a while but I'm still working on it when I get a chance work permitting...
I've been re-fitting my body kit to get the panels in line now I'm bolting parts on that are staying on.
Aero catches lined up and bolted in place (bl**dy fiddly trying to align 4 catches though...LOL).
One thing to look out for is make sure your oil cap is fitted when you fit your AGM body kit, It's dam close as well as your front cam cover....

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130908_015_zps44114f71.jpg


You can see where the bonnet just catches the masking tape on the middle of the cover.
It was an easy get out for me though as I was always planning to fit a large bonnet scoop just meant I had to cut a bigger hole...

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130908_017_zpsbbc66720.jpg

Front lights fitted with wiring hidden from view as it's all going through my light brackets..

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130910_003_zps2e6e08bb.jpg

Also started fitting front drivers side suspension...

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130910_002_zps5217870b.jpg

[Johno]

More photos...

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130910_005_zpsdef25f91.jpg

Exhaust is nearly finished just need to modify bracket a touch and have spoken to Pipewerx about supplying an outlet with a 45 degree outlet to clear the wing more which they said wasn't a problem....

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130908_011_zpsc73b732f.jpg

Hopefully will be able to have some quality time on it this weekend to get more stuff ticked off my to do list..:)

[twinturbo]

looks super







and the car too, not just the workshop. ;)



my light wires are being hidden too. just need to get to that phase.

TT

[Davidbolam]

More photos...

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130910_005_zpsdef25f91.jpg

Exhaust is nearly finished just need to modify bracket a touch and have spoken to Pipewerx about supplying an outlet with a 45 degree outlet to clear the wing more which they said wasn't a problem....

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130908_011_zpsc73b732f.jpg

Hopefully will be able to have some quality time on it this weekend to get more stuff ticked off my to do list..:)


Looking awesome. Can I ask where you sourced the mesh for the grill?

David

[Talonmotorsport]

Can I ask if you know the melting point of the rubber or plastic edge trim on the soon to be very warm exhaust?

[K4KEV]

luvin the quality John luvin it:cool: :cool:

[TheArf]

What can I say, it absolutely stunning, I too noticed the rubber on the exhaust.
You have beaten me too it as I too am planning to send the headlight cables through the arm and out of sight, can I just ask a question though have you drilled through your top rail as that is my plan and to weld a section of pipe in to return some of the strength back then where it passes through add a couple of layers of heat shrink to protect the cables

Arfon

[twinturbo]

Not sure how it's been done here but I just have a 6mm hole through the top tube to route the headlight wires into the headlight tube.

TT

[Johno]

Not sure how it's been done here but I just have a 6mm hole through the top tube to route the headlight wires into the headlight tube.

TT

Hi all,
I appreciate all your comments guys (good and bad) means a lot to me, helps me stick with the build.

Sorry David nearly forgot to reply.. We had some mesh kicking around at work which I believe is expanded galvanised mesh. I'll see if I can find where it came from.
I used a bit of 19mm cds tube for my light bracket passed through both side walls and fully welded both sides like a crush tube. I then covered my cables in split conduit which was just the right size to fit in the tube to stop the cables chaffing...simples.:)

[Johno]

Hi Phil and Arfon,
Not too sure about the temperature for the rubber:o
You're both right though it needs to be removed but at least it stopped me scratching the silencer whilst I positioned it (poor excuse I know).:D
Well I guess I'LL shorten the strap at the back to tighten things up again, it will look better without the rubber I must admit.

Thanks for the input...;)

[Johno]

Hi all,
Well I'm getting to bolt stuff on and leave it on...LOL
Well I've been fitting my rear wings today at last. I've been working on the car from front to back finishing off all those tedious jobs.
Here's the results....

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130929_007_zps4e6af6c6.jpg

Fitted front indicators with extensions.

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130929_006_zpse6913873.jpg

In the process of fitting IVA trim to front suspension..

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130929_010_zpsbf607049.jpg

Started to install rear suspension.

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20130929_013_zpsb46064b5.jpg

The only problem I've got at the moment is finding time to work on it.
Work is a 6 day a week schedule and son now plays football on a Sunday and daughter show jumps at weekends, dog needs walking and wife just keeps moaning about what I haven't done around the house....

[Johno]

Hi all,
Well I've been thinking about making a diffuser for my car from ally. Now do these really make a difference to the handling of the car or do they just look good.:)
I would think covering the rear under tray would help somewhat but unless you know about aerodynamics would it make a difference in performance/handling.:confused:

[PorkChop]

The exposed diff area would benefit from being enclosed. IIRC, the word parachute was used when I was talking about diffusers with another forum user a while back.

[wylliezx9r]

Hi all,
Well I've been thinking about making a diffuser for my car from ally. Now do these really make a difference to the handling of the car or do they just look good.:)
I would think covering the rear under tray would help somewhat but unless you know about aerodynamics would it make a difference in performance/handling.:confused:

I fitted a saturn one and although I can't comment on the aerodynamic qualities I will say it stops the back end acting like a parachute and the car feels more stable at high speed. I would highly reccomend making one.

[jason 82]

Speaking of aerodynamics, I have seen a few 7 replicas going around with little wings attached to the front nose cone, apparently it helps with front downforce. But I haven't got a clue about aerodynamics either. Lol:D

[Johno]

Ok I made a rear undercover panel which I hope will stop this "parachuting" effect people are talking about. It's not going to be to everybody's taste but I might make some alterations if it doesn't look right when it's fitted.
I cut some holes in the middle outlet to release some of the air coming through the transmission tunnel. I'm thinking of adding a mesh grill to this outlet also to give it a bit of character.

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131005_001_zps030ab860.jpg

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131005_002_zps6186116b.jpg

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131005_005_zpsbc028717.jpg

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131005_010_zps61a2f658.jpg

Hoping it will look better when it's black and fitted to car.

[CTWV50]

I like it! I think you could sell them to others!

[rpjg1975]

I'll second that. Very nice indeed :)

[Davidbolam]

Very nice. I am trying to get my rear panel lined up. Is it possible you could take a picture of how you have lined it up in relation to the back and the bit of the chassis that goes along the back of the tank.


Hope that makes sense.

David

[Johno]

Well I've slept on it and I'm going to make a few changes:eek:
Not happy with the back, should have thought about it a bit more before ploughing in.....:o :o sorry but that's the way I am..lol
I might have time to change it later after watching my son play football at Grimsby, depends on what time I get back.

Thanks for your comments guys anyway.

Hi David, not quite sure what you mean? Do you want me to take photos from above and below the rear tub with or without the fuel tank in.

Just out of curiosity how do you multi quote people as I haven't a clue.:o

[voucht]

Ok I made a rear undercover panel which I hope will stop this "parachuting" effect people are talking about.

The parts you did looks very nice, the finishing is always amazing when it comes to your build, stunning :cool:

However, as Phil said on a previous threads about rear diffusers (quite a long time ago), it might help to reduce the "parachute effect", but certainly not stop it, as air will always comes from the wheels openings, where the wishbones are. Unless you close this area (and it would be quite difficult to do, considering the wishbone arms and drive shafts has to go through), air will always find its way and the rear tube act like a parachute. The only good way to suppress this parachute effect would be to cut holes in the rear tube so the air can escape. Just my humble opinion ;)

But the rear diffuser you designed and built can't be harmful anyway, very nice job :)

Just out of curiosity how do you multi quote people as I haven't a clue.:o

For multi-quote, I just open different instances of the forum on my browser, ans copy-paste.

[Davidbolam]

Well I've slept on it and I'm going to make a few changes:eek:
Not happy with the back, should have thought about it a bit more before ploughing in.....:o :o sorry but that's the way I am..lol
I might have time to change it later after watching my son play football at Grimsby, depends on what time I get back.

Thanks for your comments guys anyway.

Hi David, not quite sure what you mean? Do you want me to take photos from above and below the rear tub with or without the fuel tank in.

Just out of curiosity how do you multi quote people as I haven't a clue.:o

Yes please above an below. Tank in is fine. I just seem to have a really large gap at the back

David

[Johno]

Ok I had another go at my under tray tonight. Not quite finished yet, got to make some pressed covers to go under the wishbone cut outs and cut more holes into the rear outlet panel and a few other tweak's.
I've created a slot at the rear above the strakes to allow some of the air to be released from the rear tub area, I guessed it might help.

I took Phil's advice and was hoping he was going to post his revised drawing (why did his original post disappear) so I took a stab at it on my own.
The angle at the rear is about 12 degrees and the whole assembly is made from 2mm aluminium.

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131007_001_zpsd31adc58.jpg


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131007_002_zps8b036f1d.jpg


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131007_008_zpsfeedc709.jpg


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131007_003_zps2d5957e9.jpg

Well that's it for tonight...cya.

[Johno]

Hi David:)
I took some photos but not sure if they will help. If you want I can take some measurements.
Here's the photos....


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131007_010_zpsc1d8e33e.jpg


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131007_011_zps6efe1291.jpg


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131007_009_zpse451b106.jpg

Hope that helps if not give me a shout...

[Talonmotorsport]

Sorry went to edit the post then lost tinternet, joys of living in the sticks. If you fill in the gaps a,b,c,d from the leading edge round the curve and join to the bottom of the rear panel that is how these things are intended to work, well in theory at least.

http://i812.photobucket.com/albums/zz50/talonmotorsport/WP_20131007_003_zps2d5957e9.jpg (http://s812.photobucket.com/user/talonmotorsport/media/WP_20131007_003_zps2d5957e9.jpg.html)

http://i812.photobucket.com/albums/zz50/talonmotorsport/diffuserimg_assist_custom-320x240.png (http://s812.photobucket.com/user/talonmotorsport/media/diffuserimg_assist_custom-320x240.png.html)

[Johno]

Hi all,
Well managed to get my rear under floor/diffuser finished. I took notice of what Phil said and with a bit of tinkering I ended up with this. All inlets are now smaller than the outlets.
I've also drilled quite a few 60mm diameter holes to help remove some of the air built up in the rear tub.

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131013_001_zps91e75c6f.jpg

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131013_006_zps78c7b120.jpg

As you can see in the next photo some of the air built up in the rear tub can be released above the diffuser in the slot I've created.

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131013_007_zps49258fb3.jpg


http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131013_005_zps0ad64ec9.jpg

I also decided to make angled cover plates for my lower wishbones while I was at it, should now clear on full droop...

[Johno]

Sorry more photos.
I'm now at the stage where I'm now removing stuff to fit parts for good... and boy that's a good feeling...LOL...
I removed my rear tub to tidy my electrics and just finish stuff off.

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131013_008_zps76f300b2.jpg

http://i1199.photobucket.com/albums/aa472/JohnoSS1/WP_20131013_014_zpsa7cba085.jpg

Now all suspension bolts are in place along with springs on the dampers. Also fitted the diif rubber washer thingy's.

Bye for now....;)

[Johno]

Hi everybody,:)
Well judging by my last post I'm classed as "MIB"......(Missing In Build).:eek:
Basically work went bonkers and left no time for car. I decided to keep away from forum for a while in case I was tempted to use the little spare time I had working on the car again.
My son had taken up football and daughter shows horse at weekends and missus wanted kitchen renewing so I decided to spend time with the family.
I should have scored enough brownie by now to soon get on with it again.

Hope to speak to you all soon with some photos... fingers doubly crossed..:D

[SeriesLandy]

I'm glad your back, I'd been missing your build porn.

[Johno]

Unfortunately due to lack of time car for sale. Details on build thread, plus other bits not seen. £2,500.00 to a good home, no offers.

[Davidbolam]

Unfortunately due to lack of time car for sale. Details on build thread, plus other bits not seen. £2,500.00 to a good home, no offers.

Sorry to hear you are selling up. Can't you just store it until you have got time. It will be worth it in the end. Even of that's 5 years down the track.

You have put so much hard work into your build

David

[K4KEV]

Don't do it mate:( .....cover it up and walk away for a bit, that happened to me a few times, it made restarting it feel a lot better even in little chunks. One thing is for sure your car would be up there at the top in terms of value so think of it as an investment.....here's hoping you reconsider.

[CTWV50]

I agree, if you don't need the money, put it in a corner and forget about it. I think you'll regret selling it one day.

[The V8 Files]

Don't do it Johno, yours is a hugely inspiring build. Like Kev said, store it if you can and come back. Its too good to sell part finished :(

[alga]

Please, don't sell it!

[Johno]

Thanks everyone for your replies, I completely understand what you are saying but times and circumstances have changed for the foreseeable future. I have made a decision to spend more time with my family without having something like this to distract me.
I now spend more time away from home than I like and the time that I do have I spend doing things with my children.
OK now down to business...

SPECIFICATIONS/PARTS
Front and rear suspension fully adjustable with rose joints and poly bushes powder coated black. Front suspension also has built in camber adjustment.
Protech shock absorbers with springs front and rear.
Front and rear brake calipers sand blasted and painted black.
New front and rear brake discs and pads fitted.
Fuel lines and electrical wiring fitted front to back.
Aluminum fuel tank fitted and plumbed in.
New handbrake cables and handbrake fitted.
Clutch, brake and accelerator pedals fitted and plumbed in.
Engine painted and fitted, differential painted and fitted and prop shaft shortened and balanced and fitted.
New battery fitted and connected.
New radiator, cooling pipes and expansion tank plumbed in.
New air inlet filter fitted.
Dashboard and instrument cluster made and ready for installing.
Drivers seat with 4-point harness.
Rear diffuser painted black.
Rear equinox wings ready to bolt on.
Front Westfield wings in black.
Front SVC headlights.
Front indicators installed.
AGM bodykit fitted.
Full stainless steel exhaust system fitted.
and many more etc.....

Anyone interested please look on this build thread for photos.

Special Christmas price of £1750.00 ONO.

If you are interested please reply on this thread as it will come through to my phone.

At some time in the future when I have more time available I will probably start a new build.

I would like to think someone on here would be interested as I know it would go to a good home.

Thanks Johno

[PorkChop]

You could answer your PMs Johno ;) :p

[K4KEV]

That for nowt mate.... surely your hand has been snapped off by now jeezzz

[MikeB]

I thought about it, do I really need two nearly finished builds?, one at home, one up north at the GFs...... mmmmmm tempting.
How much £ do you think it needs on parts to get it finished?

[Johno]

Hi all,
I've really enjoyed building the car and learning a lot and it's been fun talking to all you guys :) .
Basically since my father passed away I have felt the need to spend all my free time with the children hence the reason at the moment for moving on.

What's left to do on the car....
Purchases
Seat (Kit parts direct) £100
Harness £90
Rear lights £100
Flexible brake pipes.
To be honest I think that's pretty much it.

[MikeB]

Thanks johno, I know I shouldn't but am temped, does it start and roll? Which Luton are you, near Peterborough?

[Johno]

Hi Mike,
Haven't started it yet but donor car was a runner before putting it in Roadster.
I'm live in Lutton near Spalding Lincolnshire about 30 miles from Peterborough.