Ayjay

Seem to remember in the distant depths of my memory that when talking to handyandy he mentioned that you can get a speedo made up to the length you want.....I sliced through mine with the grinder in a moment of madness! Unfortunately he didn't say where from, was just in a passing conversation but maybe someone else can enlighten you:D

Russ

2 yrs 6months then Chadderton ,Manchester tomorrow 8am:cool:

Looking good, I'm assuming your going for Iva tomorrow. You need to take the harnesses out I the seats and get them to go around. As the seat becomes structural in a crash.
Also when we tow (same trailer, normally a disco tho) you need the engine at the front of the trailer for better weight distribution

Steve

Good luck tomorrow mate have got everything crossed for you, its looking good, don't forget to fill the tank and a gallon in the boot just to be sure

Arfon

There is some good news.

The coffee was ok in the VOSA vending machine:rolleyes:

The day started badly and went downhill from there.
Failed emissions, headlights refused to work .However they are now ok:rolleyes:

Overall though not too bad . I felt better when they told me 95% fail first IVA and that mine was among the better ones re general build ,braking , steering ,self centering etc.

Lots of minor issues re radii ---top front sus brackets:confused: top harness eyes , central mirror.
Potential chafes at headlamps wiring , couple under dash ,front ns brake hose
Slight leak from fuel sender and bottom of m/c.

At least there is a list of things to fix.They commented that some cars are failing to complete test due to overheating . The car is running and revving for a long time and it was very very hot at the test centre.


Watch this space re retest in near future . They said I had 6 months to retest but I hope to be there long before.

Well done, I hope mine goes that well!:cool:

I want to say "congratulations", even though you haven't passed this first test. These are minor things you can easily fix, and I'm sure second time will be the one.

A little (personal) concern though. In the list of things that failed, what do you mean by:

Any problem with the flexible brake lines?

Thanks.

Bad luck mate.
Not a bad fail by the sound of it though.

No worries Sylvain. Not the hose itself it just needs resetting so it curves in a different way when lock is applied:)



Thanks all for previous best wishes and recent encouragement:)

Ayjay, was really sorry you failed mate, as we said this morning I will make the extensions for your front indicators for you in work, after wednesday it will be really quiet with the summer school finishing and most staff going on 5-6 weeks of holidays, the world will be my oyster.
Looking at the caterham set up they have the indicators directly under the headlights so if we can get them in that area, that should sort out that problem.
Speak to you over the weekend

Arfon

Unlucky Ayjay,
Well at least it should be a breeze now to get it through..;)
Why did it fail on the suspension bkt and top harness eyes...:confused:
I'm guessing it's no different to anybody else's.

Gelcoat restorer
 

Can any of you GRP experts out there recommend a compound for restoring gelcoat with a rotary polisher please?

I've got an old Moss Malvern I am putting back together . The GRP is generally sound but very weathered and chalky . I've looked at Faracle but there are various grades:confused:

John Dickens' fiberglass book recommends asking Marine suppliers or Chandlers, and specifically mentions Farecla Marine Gel Coat Restorer and Farecla Marine Ultimage UV Wax.

Ayjay,

do you want to try the compound that I have its for paint work but it is very fine, you could always try it on a piece that wont be seen

Arfon

IVA retest 12.30 Wednesday:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

The higher the number on bodyshop polishing and rubbing down paper the finer it is,try 1200 paper and 3000 polishing liquid

And counting mate, don't forget to text me after the test as i am away for the week

Good luck tomorrow mate don't forget to let me know howbh you get on

Arfon

PASSED:) :) :) :D

Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees

Well done!! and welcome to the club :D

Congratulations matey won't be long now mate and then you can introduce the internal combustion engine to coedpoeth but be careful they still have a ducking stool

Arfon

Well done matey well done, now get out and give it some welly;)

\o/ I'm so glad for you, Adrian!

cracking news

Well done Ayjay - Enjoy!!!

Thanks guys:)
Advice needed on next steps to register:confused:

Decided not to tax and insure car til spring
So made a windscreen with 6mm polycarbonate

Tell you what, that paint draws you in doesnt it ! These matt colours are really coming into their own. I have chosen a really cool colour scheme, I am waiting for the panels to arrive from Gillham, test fit, then off to the spray booth. Pictures to follow shortly.

I like it-BTW its vinyl wrap:)

Just a tip AJ I would swap your louvred vent around 180 degrees otherwise you will end up with stuff from your engine bay and road on your nice new screen, just thought I would mention it (that is assuming it is open to the engine bay)

I would never have guessed that is a vinyl wrap. Is it expensive ?:)

About £10 on Ebay
Scuttle and bonnet are easy
Nose cone is a nightmare to get a reasonable result. I ended up with a few small creases but hardly noticeable. Its worth getting one of the little smoothing tools.SWMBO got a bit cross cos her hair drier disappeared into the workshop:o

Yep - just playing around with a 2.99 ali vent from the builders merchant It covers a patch where I spilled the superglue:rolleyes:

Screen is looking well tidy mate, been working on the pedal box again this week and the steering rack extensions.

I have to agree you have done a tidy job with the vinyl wrap.

Now get on with the Moss

Arfon

Can anyone recommend roadster friendly insurance companies please(ie cheap:o )
Also I understand that my IVA cert. is valid for 6 months and I need to get registered in that time --am I correct?

A bit smaller and sportier:)

Where have I seen that wheel before I wonder, better get on and tidy up the rear boss for you mate

Arfon

Anyone remember where the roadster colour changer site is ? I have been playing around with colours and the Westfield one is a bit limited.

Hi Adrian,

http://mcgregormotorsport.co.nz/

And click on "Mach 7 colour schemer"

... and turn off the sound to get rid of the annoying music :)

or westi world

http://westfield-world.com/flash_changer.html