Winter Projects - Page 31

zefarelly · 27 Jan 2011, 07:51 (Ref:2821209)

THere's plenty of Chavvy Ford sites Delta . . .you know you want to get acquainted!

one of them will probably offer you a cheap zetec as well.

Al Weyman · 27 Jan 2011, 08:25 (Ref:2821227)

I will ask on the site for you Delta.

HRSTR5 · 27 Jan 2011, 09:32 (Ref:2821256)

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Originally Posted by delta

James why not come out and say you want to co drive with me and Compte.Most welcome.

I'd like to codrive with you and Compte please ...!

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Originally Posted by delta

I promise the wheels wont fall off.

I've heard that before somewhere ... but now have categoric assurance it won't happen again ... until the next time.

Mike Bell · 28 Jan 2011, 18:43 (Ref:2821956)

Not a particularly productive week with the projects but moving forward- just doesn't look like it!

Have sorted out exactly which bits of the MTX will go to be crack tested, certified and who will be doing it. Just need to get them off car and labelled up before sending off. The FIA rules don't include under 2 litre sports racers but am following 'Appendix III' anyway.

The Mk2 RS2 refuelling drybreak fittings came from Mocal and these have gone off to AH for inclusion in the 'endurance' tank. Also the fittings and Tuff Jugs for 924 are here so am finishing off the filler system for that. During week had race tyres fitted to the new black Compos- they look very

against the orange bodywork. For running in on March 4th will revert to the other wheels and Colway Formulas car came with. Then they can come off, wheels will be painted black and other Toyos put on.

Also got new injectors, fitted them and ran engine up to full temperature again. Seems OK but will be happier when timing and mixture checked properly! Oh, and aerosol paint also here so can see if matches when I spray front bumper and headlamp panel!

delta · 28 Jan 2011, 20:58 (Ref:2822003)

I am just going out to workshop. Con rods arrived so i can fit the very very expensive Arias pistons and should get Toyota bottom end finished tomorrow. Mrs Delta going out tomorrow night so unless I spend the evening watching Daytona 24 hour then good chance I will have the head on. Cheers all.

Al Weyman · 28 Jan 2011, 21:10 (Ref:2822011)

Dont you have a TV in the workshop Iain, thats essential!

morninggents · 28 Jan 2011, 22:20 (Ref:2822057)

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Originally Posted by delta

I am just going out to workshop. Con rods arrived so i can fit the very very expensive Arias pistons and should get Toyota bottom end finished tomorrow.

Toyota? Thought you were building an Escort!

MGDavid · 28 Jan 2011, 23:28 (Ref:2822080)

just finished stripping all the sound deadening from the interior floorpan so allowed myself an early finish tonight; just as well seeing how cold it is

good news on the ticker front - cardiologist reckons my murmur's insignificant and nothing worth worrying or doing anything about so hopefully I'll be out in March not just team gofer :-)

delcomb · 29 Jan 2011, 01:03 (Ref:2822107)

My winter project is just starting. The Dreossi Special is finally back in Canada! A little damage to the shift linkage at the back, but otherwise ok.

Doug Elcomb

Mike Bell · 29 Jan 2011, 05:56 (Ref:2822143)

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Originally Posted by morninggents

Toyota? Thought you were building an Escort!

Yes Iain- what sort of Gp1 RS2000 is this you're building

Did you think using idfs would fool us?........

David, good news from the cardio. Where are you out in march?

Doug, welcome again. I was one of the thousands privileged to see the Dreossi special at Goodwood and then again at Spa so good to see it is back home safe and sound (just about). Let us know what is planned for this coming season!

delta · 29 Jan 2011, 07:56 (Ref:2822161)

That's one of the best things about 10/10ths.Wake up in the morning and start the day with some good news. This morning there are two bits of good news. David's ticker is OK. and Dougie's race car is back at his home. Good news all round.BTW Toyota for the March F3.I'm afraid the escort now comes to a grinding halt as I have run out of money and time.Hopefully I will get back on the build once the season gets on its way .Till then.

zefarelly · 29 Jan 2011, 08:29 (Ref:2822171)

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Originally Posted by Al Weyman

Dont you have a TV in the workshop Iain, thats essential!

god no, I can't think of anything worse

quadrophonic hi-fi yes, but goggle box, never!

Al Weyman · 29 Jan 2011, 08:34 (Ref:2822173)

We have music as well but I have to keep up with the soaps don't I?

midgetman · 29 Jan 2011, 08:59 (Ref:2822183)

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Originally Posted by MGDavid

good news on the ticker front - cardiologist reckons my murmur's insignificant and nothing worth worrying or doing anything about so hopefully I'll be out in March not just team gofer :-)

Great news! You'd be a rubbish patient anyway, and an even worse gofer

morninggents · 29 Jan 2011, 09:14 (Ref:2822191)

good news on the ticker front - cardiologist reckons my murmur's insignificant and nothing worth worrying or doing anything about so hopefully I'll be out in March not just team gofer :-)[/QUOTE]

Good news. I've had a heart murmur since birth and it's got me to pension age with no troub.
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Eric Falce · 29 Jan 2011, 09:49 (Ref:2822205)

Brother Robin has also had a heart murmur since birth, just had a complete overhaul in Italy and given a clean bill of health, murmur caused by premature birth according to the specialist.
Update on Escort, body shell now in etch primer and taken to body shop to have front panel and wings fitted, hopefully back early next week for painting then the good bit starts when the assembly starts, realy looking foreward to that part.

MGDavid · 29 Jan 2011, 14:11 (Ref:2822292)

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Originally Posted by Mike Bell

........ David, good news from the cardio. Where are you out in march?........

Snett test day 31st; if you don't mind looking over a standard road car

come and find us

Mike Bell · 29 Jan 2011, 17:05 (Ref:2822339)

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Originally Posted by MGDavid

Snett test day 31st; if you don't mind looking over a standard road car

come and find us

May well be there anyway- depends how things go on the 4th!

Eric, please can we have some pics when shell back from paint shop

MGDavid · 29 Jan 2011, 17:42 (Ref:2822347)

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Originally Posted by morninggents

Good news. I've had a heart murmur since birth and it's got me to pension age with no trouble

that's interesting and very encouraging, thanks :-)

Lancsbreaker · 29 Jan 2011, 19:14 (Ref:2822386)

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Originally Posted by MGDavid

that's interesting and very encouraging, thanks :-)

I had Rheumatic Fever when I was 7, spent months in hospital, and they reckoned it left me with a heart murmer - every time I applied for a job or insurance there was a referral for a medical.....celebrated my 60th racing at Brands last year

I'm sure you'll be fine!

midgetman · 30 Jan 2011, 17:40 (Ref:2822823)

It's been a day on fiddly stuff, clips and pins to make sure hatch and bonnet stay shut. Porsche sure make tight tolerances, no space to fit them effectively! And are those cars tough...Broke/bent/melted all my drills!

Deceptively cold at Kerbside Racing, was glad when I was called inside to fix the shower in the bathroom. The Boy built up his TKM engine and SWMBO allowed him to use the warm utility room! he must have a sweeter smile than me

MGDavid · 30 Jan 2011, 19:14 (Ref:2822862)

amongst other things did a trial cage fit today - it needed some help

gorgeous sunny afternoon, the girls and grandsons opted for shopping and left us in peace :-)

Mike Bell · 30 Jan 2011, 19:21 (Ref:2822866)

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Originally Posted by midgetman

The Boy built up his TKM engine and SWMBO allowed him to use the warm utility room! he must have a sweeter smile than me

Or a smaller engine

David- leave it in as a brace

Also had an odds and sods 924 day. Fuel filler stuff finished off but just got to get one different hose fitting to tidy up breather run. Have to buy some petrol this week and try refuelling! Will of course be wearing fireproofs, balaclava and gloves with similarly clad assistant holding 6kg dry powder ext in readiness.

The missing steering wheel adaptor dropped though letter box yesterday, so thought would quickly fit new wheel. Wrong! First the adaptor was machined differently to the quick release so the Dremel (that was an impulse purchase and has proved to be a godsend on several occasions!) sorted that out. Then realised that wheel needs longer csk bolts to fit so ordered those. Temporarily mounted with other bolts found that wheel at different angle on column.

To correct had to drop rack in order to relocate knuckle splines on pinion. While doing so marked position with white tyre marker pen, then promptly stood on that. New pen on order. Think wheel is on straight now.......

While at front end of car decided to try out the aerosol paint bought off t'internet. Whipped off the badge panel and gave it a coat of primer. After allowng it to dry for at least 10 mins tried the 'Continental Orange' out. Superb match- must have guessed right. Only problem is, it is 'real' paint not like the stuff get in car shops, and smells like it. Very impressed though- and next day delivery to boot. Now just need to decide whether to paint bumper as well........

Alex E · 30 Jan 2011, 21:41 (Ref:2822930)

I noticed there is a cheap damaged but complete 924 for sale, South Yorks. PM if you want more info. Alex

Mike Bell · 4 Feb 2011, 18:50 (Ref:2825856)

Alex, apologies for not responding to your post regarding the 924 for sale, but havn't got room for any more!

With all the F1 teams having their 2011 launches, thought it was about time the 'Team Nine to Four' 360MRC 6hr challenger was revealed, so here it is-

There is also news on the driver front, and I am especially pleased that it is another tenther so far confirmed as joining me in driver duties.

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