Post 661171 by claymore on 2013-11-16 20:07:38
This is the start of the new project, which starts tomorrow, when I collect this little beauty :)
Post 661656 by claymore on 2013-11-18 09:25:06
Am I being greedy :)
This is the start of the new project, which starts tomorrow, when I collect this little beauty :)
Twin engined you say? Intrigued...
[QUOTE=AcidicDavey;661176]Twin engined you say? Intrigued...[/QUOTE] Two engines, two turbos, two superchargers and four wheel drive.
'This little beauty' ain't gonna look like that for long.
Hope it works out ok for u col look forward to seeing it and racing:)
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;661187]'This little beauty' ain't gonna look like that for long.[/QUOTE] I'm very tempted to make the rear into a trailer the same colour as the track car. [QUOTE=WOODY T5;661190]Hope it works out ok for u col look forward to seeing it and racing:)[/QUOTE] I think I will probably miss all next years racing :(
Dont forget my wiper blades mate :) And ive got a spare t5r you can come racing in next year it aint doing nothing else wouldnt be the same with out you :)
Only a couple of months ago I was thinking about building a twin engined T5 (T10) one front one rear. The quick easy(?) way would be to fit the complete engine and subframe with struts etc. I hope you do it to save me doing it. More hassle than I could really be bothered with. Watching with interest
You don't do things by half do you mate. :D
if it was me id be tempted to build a new tubular subframe. be easier than trying to graft whole front end in. id make it in alloy to.
[QUOTE=graemewelch;661205]if it was me id be tempted to build a new tubular subframe. be easier than trying to graft whole front end in. id make it in alloy to.[/QUOTE] I would turn the engine 90 degrees and make it rear wheel drive.
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;661195]Dont forget my wiper blades mate :) And ive got a spare t5r you can come racing in next year it aint doing nothing else wouldnt be the same with out you :)[/QUOTE] I'll bring the blades to the meet tomorrow :) [QUOTE=classicswede;661200]Only a couple of months ago I was thinking about building a twin engined T5 (T10) one front one rear. The quick easy(?) way would be to fit the complete engine and subframe with struts etc. I hope you do it to save me doing it. More hassle than I could really be bothered with. Watching with interest[/QUOTE] That is exactly what I will be doing [QUOTE=stribo;661203]You don't do things by half do you mate. :D[/QUOTE] Got to give you lot something to read, now that Pedro doesn't post as meny updates on BT any more [QUOTE=graemewelch;661205]if it was me id be tempted to build a new tubular subframe. be easier than trying to graft whole front end in. id make it in alloy to.[/QUOTE] Just much easier to transplant everything into the back [QUOTE=oblark;661213]I would turn the engine 90 degrees and make it rear wheel drive.[/QUOTE] But then I would still be stuck with 430bhp, and I want more :)
Watching with interest :shockedbi
[QUOTE=graemewelch;661205]if it was me id be tempted to build a new tubular subframe. be easier than trying to graft whole front end in. id make it in alloy to.[/QUOTE] tube chassis! I'm building one what do you expect this behemoth to weigh?
It will weigh a bit more, but it will have twice the power, I'm liking the look of that tube chasis
This is going to be insane! How much did you end up getting this car for? Many faults with it?
[QUOTE=Henk;661260]tube chassis! I'm building one wish i could draw on cad like that. ok with 2d with 3d ive got no chance
[QUOTE=AndysR;661273]This is going to be insane! How much did you end up getting this car for? Many faults with it?[/QUOTE] £250, failed mot on a wishbone bush, couple of perished brake flexies and tickover too fast for emissions test.
Dramatic lengths and cost for a 14.6 colin :bud:
understandable, probably a bit better balanced too. cheers, I do CAD for work too, so if you guys need anything modeled up... Should be fun to see, can't wait!
cant wait for this to start :D
£250! For a T5 with wear and tear issues! I bet it's a manual GLE with all the bells and whistles as well you jammy..... lol
Scrap that it's an N reg it'll be a GLT (no sunroof) but still manual... lol
I like the trailor idea colin, kit it out with some comfy bedding & curtains it'll knock the spots off any tent! Good work on scrapping the 5x turbo idea. Think 2x t5k engines will suffice on the power front. Look forward to seeing it in the future if my car ever has mot again. Lol
bookmarked!!!
Am I being greedy :)
So theoretically, this'll mean you can tune the rear engine to come in with the power a little earlier to give the car that little bit of rear-drive oversteer...
[QUOTE=M-R-P;661657]So theoretically, this'll mean you can tune the rear engine to come in with the power a little earlier to give the car that little bit of rear-drive oversteer...[/QUOTE] If I want to :)
[QUOTE=claymore;661656]Am I being greedy :)
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yes you are I think I made that observation a little earlier....................now how much for the dirty one :D
[QUOTE=claymore;661264]It will weigh a bit more, but it will have twice the power, I'm liking the look of that tube chasis[/QUOTE] very smart, tube all the things ;) [ATTACH=CONFIG]23015[/ATTACH]
[QUOTE=claymore;661656]Am I being greedy :)
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One word answer YES..
This will be one of the most famous Volvo's around the world :)
Standard t5r = 171 bhp per ton T-5k = 271 bhp per ton t-10k = 378 bhp per ton Which should put it into some tasty company :) http://www.autosnout.com/Cars-Bhp-Per-Ton-List.php
Interesting ;)
[QUOTE=claymore;662134]Standard t5r = 171 bhp per ton T-5k = 271 bhp per ton t-10k = 378 bhp per ton Which should put it into some tasty company :) http://www.autosnout.com/Cars-Bhp-Per-Ton-List.php[/QUOTE] that puts it all into perspective, I look forward to some tuning duties.....lol
[QUOTE=MoleT5-R;662217]that puts it all into perspective, I look forward to some tuning duties.....lol[/QUOTE] Theoretical quarter-mile times between 10.9 and 11.2
[QUOTE=iancho;661847]This will be one of the most famous Volvo's around the world :)[/QUOTE]
its already been done but not many people know about that one
Darrell and his other brother Darrell... Creative folks the yanks...
[QUOTE=claymore;662234]Theoretical quarter-mile times between 10.9 and 11.2[/QUOTE] But what was the theoretical time for T-5K? ;)
[QUOTE=p fandango;662254]its already been done but not many people know about that one
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I like the way it has a theoretical 472hp with 2 engines, Colin's got nearly that just in the front, and his main challenge will be getting it to corner nicely, as I don't think cooling will be much of an issue an estate (wagon for those elsewhere)
that's 'only' a T10 not a T10K :). I agree an estate would be a better choice but hats off to anyone who can do this. By the end of the year I hope to be rear while drive also but unfortunately not in a Volvo, will be a Renault if all goes to plan
Had an hour spare today:
Will you be using the giggle gas for the twin engine project Colin?
[QUOTE=M-R-P;662327]Will you be using the giggle gas for the twin engine project Colin?[/QUOTE] I don't think I'll need it, but you never know....lol
dont try automotive nitrous, its not the same as medical stuff. apparently, all it would do is make you loose your voice.
medical nitrous is a mixture of gasses, giving something close to a mild version of poppers. ...so I'm told.
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;662337]dont try automotive nitrous, its not the same as medical stuff. apparently, all it would do is make you loose your voice.[/QUOTE] Nitrous supplies uk told me it is medical grade that you use for nitrous injection
Looks a truly bonkers project so I look forward to seeing you pull it off!! My only concern would be [& I think someone else posted along similar lines] what the hell happens when you power into a corner with all that extra horsepower + weight in the back???? I know some Yank has already built a similar car, albeit a saloon, but they're not famous for producing great cornering vehicles - straight line speed yes......bendy bit on road, screech, eeeek, big tree, bang, oops....very bent motor [plus big fireball if it was a movie :firedevil]. How are you planning on keeping your Swedish rocket stuck to the macadam?? Cheers, Shin
[QUOTE=Shinsplintz 101;662355]Looks a truly bonkers project so I look forward to seeing you pull it off!! My only concern would be [& I think someone else posted along similar lines] what the hell happens when you power into a corner with all that extra horsepower + weight in the back???? I know some Yank has already built a similar car, albeit a saloon, [COLOR="#FFD700"]but they're not famous for producing great cornering vehicles[/COLOR] - straight line speed yes......bendy bit on road, screech, eeeek, big tree, bang, oops....very bent motor [plus big fireball if it was a movie :firedevil]. How are you planning on keeping your Swedish rocket stuck to the macadam?? Cheers, Shin[/QUOTE] You've obviously never been with my dad when he's throwing it around the twisty stuff.
[QUOTE=Shinsplintz 101;662355]Looks a truly bonkers project so I look forward to seeing you pull it off!! My only concern would be [& I think someone else posted along similar lines] what the hell happens when you power into a corner with all that extra horsepower + weight in the back???? I know some Yank has already built a similar car, albeit a saloon, but they're not famous for producing great cornering vehicles - straight line speed yes......bendy bit on road, screech, eeeek, big tree, bang, oops....very bent motor [plus big fireball if it was a movie :firedevil]. How are you planning on keeping your Swedish rocket stuck to the macadam?? Cheers, Shin[/QUOTE] Time will tell, but it will be very bias to front wheel horse power, MR2's and most supercars seem to manage to get around corners, so I don't expect too much of an issue.
[QUOTE=Brett855tdi;662351]Nitrous supplies uk told me it is medical grade that you use for nitrous injection[/QUOTE] Probably OK to use it but I bet medical is more expensive.... Automotive-grade liquid nitrous oxide differs slightly from medical-grade nitrous oxide. A small amount of sulfur dioxide (SO2) is added to prevent substance abuse. Multiple washes through a base (such as sodium hydroxide) can remove this, decreasing the corrosive properties observed when SO2 is further oxidised during combustion into sulfuric acid, making emissions cleaner. From here... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nitrous_oxide this guy is a good read also....http://www.nitrous.info/nitrous-n20--refills.htm
[QUOTE=k9plums;662371]You've obviously never been with my dad when he's throwing it around the twisty stuff.[/QUOTE] Never a truer word said :)
Still early days, so very slow progress, I don't want to cut off the wrong wires, so every time I unplug something I try and start the car...lol.
are you going to make a custom loom from a standard one for the second engine ?
[QUOTE=MoleT5-R;665746]are you going to make a custom loom from a standard one for the second engine ?[/QUOTE] that's the plan, but plans can change...lol
[QUOTE=claymore;665747]that's the plan, but plans can change...lol[/QUOTE] give me a shout if you need any help with it, been studying the t5's wiring due to my current little problem, still trying to find a turbo model wiring diagram though
[QUOTE=claymore;665735]I don't want to cut off the wrong wires, so every time I unplug something I try and start the car...lol[/QUOTE] been there done that, luckily the only wrong wire i cut was the instrument cluster lights
this might help with the ecu wiring LINK
[QUOTE=p fandango;665761]this might help with the ecu wiring LINK[/QUOTE] thanks for that, makes thing much clearer than the wiring diagram, nice bit of work that
[QUOTE=claymore;665735]Still early days, so very slow progress, I don't want to cut off the wrong wires, so every time I unplug something I try and start the car...lol.
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Oh the memories come flooding back! lol
[QUOTE=JT;665768]Oh the memories come flooding back! lol[/QUOTE] & you only did half a job, haven't you still got electric windows & mirrors? lol
[QUOTE=p fandango;665777]& you only did half a job, haven't you still got electric windows & mirrors? lol[/QUOTE] rules and regs! :wallbash:
[QUOTE=JT;665794]rules and regs! :wallbash:[/QUOTE] theirs always an excuse
A bit more stripping, should be able to cut the front off next week:
Good progress Colin
this is really getting me fired up to do my MGB GTR-5 or should that be MGB GT5-R
No pictures as it's too dark, but the engine is out, and if I have a chance either tomorrow or Friday, the front will be cut off.
EDIT: Looks like Rick took a picture.
that's the easy bit done ;)
[QUOTE=theflyingbrick;668333]that's the easy bit done ;)[/QUOTE] Yes, but now the fun starts, although I will be very apprehensive when I cut a hole in the back of the car.
oh yeah that's going to be a "hold your breath" moment!!
I wouldn't know where to start... You have certainly got some Balls Colin I'll give you that :)
Still making the donor car into a trailer Colin?
[QUOTE=claymore;668334]Yes, but now the fun starts, although I will be very apprehensive when I cut a hole in the back of the car.[/QUOTE] why worry ?? its metal !! you can always weld a bit back in .... lol only a few days to go till I start gutting my donor
[QUOTE=M-R-P;668530]Still making the donor car into a trailer Colin?[/QUOTE] Realisticly, as much as I'd like to, I don't really have the time for that project as well, if i had room to store it, then I might have gone for it.
[QUOTE=claymore;668532]Realisticly, as much as I'd like to, I don't really have the time for that project as well, if i had room to store it, then I might have gone for it.[/QUOTE] Shame, it'd look pretty cool :)
Right, lets get stuck in :)
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>< no going back now :)
Just had a new sponsor confirmed, so that's all my oil and brake pipes sorted :) http://www.helperformance.com/
[QUOTE=claymore;669022]Just had a new sponsor confirmed, so that's all my oil and brake piles sorted :) http://www.helperformance.com/[/QUOTE] Your brakes that bad they give you piles?! :wow:
[QUOTE=Pault5estate;669045]Your brakes that bad they give you piles?! :wow:[/QUOTE] Pmsl
[QUOTE=Pault5estate;669045]Your brakes that bad they give you piles?! :wow:[/QUOTE] Edited :)
No turning back now, shame to have to write a T5 off in the process but it's going to a good cause... Can't even begin to imagine what this will sound like let alone go like :)
[QUOTE=AndysR;669128]No turning back now, shame to have to write a T5 off in the process but it's going to a good cause... Can't even begin to imagine what this will sound like let alone go like :)[/QUOTE] Beleive me mate, that car was a shed, even the front suspension top spring plate was rusted through, all the suspension is knackered (all to be replaced) the only good thing (I hope) is the engine and box.
You need any bits of this 850 col getting chopped in the morn remember you mentioning cables ect
[QUOTE=martybelfastt5;669144]You need any bits of this 850 col getting chopped in the morn remember you mentioning cables ect[/QUOTE] Got all I need thanks mate :)
[QUOTE=claymore;669143]Beleive me mate, that car was a shed, even the front suspension top spring plate was rusted through, all the suspension is knackered (all to be replaced) the only good thing (I hope) is the engine and box.[/QUOTE] Fair enough, tbh they're all getting beyond economical repair once you start talking anything more than a set of pads or a tyre so good to see it's going to good use :)
[QUOTE=claymore;669143]Beleive me mate, that car was a shed, even the front suspension top spring plate was rusted through, all the suspension is knackered (all to be replaced) the only good thing (I hope) is the engine and box.[/QUOTE] i bet its not as bad as the shed i have
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Can't watch anymore :hidesbehi
It's really impressive how well built these cars really are, you wouldn't of thought that it was as bad condition as you've mentioned
I'll try and find the MOT fail sheet's
[QUOTE=Jim S70R;669156]Can't watch anymore :hidesbehi It's really impressive how well built these cars really are, you wouldn't of thought that it was as bad condition as you've mentioned[/QUOTE] True there's RS model Fords that I've seen people invest time and money to put them back on the road that have started off worse than that... Lol
well the interior looks ok from here. will you be turning the engine round on the subframe? could hook up rear steer easily enough be pretty trick
[QUOTE=Brett855tdi;669218] will you be turning the engine round on the subframe? [/QUOTE] Err, No, why would I want to turn the engine around?
[QUOTE=claymore;669220]Err, No, why would I want to turn the engine around?[/QUOTE] Perhaps he thinks you're making a push me pull you. ;)
[QUOTE=claymore;669220]Err, No, why would I want to turn the engine around?[/QUOTE] ah im having a moment sorry
[QUOTE=Brett855tdi;669228]ah im having a moment sorry[/QUOTE] Marshmallows on exhaust manifold endless cooking experiences who needs a heater the possibilitys are endless all while driving I say turn the engine
Ooooo roasted chestnuts as well
[QUOTE=t5 pete;669230]Marshmallows on exhaust manifold endless cooking experiences who needs a heater the possibilitys are endless all while driving I say turn the engine[/QUOTE] that really is something there pete, cheers i feel better now
[QUOTE=claymore;669022]Just had a new sponsor confirmed, so that's all my oil and brake pipes sorted :) http://www.helperformance.com/[/QUOTE] I use them aswell... I'm very pleased with the results :)
[QUOTE=t5 pete;669231]Ooooo roasted chestnuts as well[/QUOTE] Toasted tea cakes :)
would it be much hag to remove the handbrakes cables.....I need the outer cables for mine ;)
[QUOTE=theflyingbrick;669303]would it be much hag to remove the handbrakes cables.....I need the outer cables for mine ;)[/QUOTE] I'll have a look next week for you Lee
[QUOTE=claymore;669306]I'll have a look next week for you Lee[/QUOTE] thanks colin :)
Looks like the second TurboTuner is faulty, the car is hard to start and runs on 3 cylinders and backfires, even with the same map on it. At least I have plenty of time to get it sorted.
what about the standard ecu? does that run it ?
[QUOTE=claymore;671945]Looks like the second TurboTuner is faulty, the car is hard to start and runs on 3 cylinders and backfires, even with the same map on it. At least I have plenty of time to get it sorted.[/QUOTE] so is that why Paul couldn't get on with it, in his car, may be he should try yours in his car (different map of course) !!!
[QUOTE=MoleT5-R;672005]so is that why Paul couldn't get on with it, in his car, may be he should try yours in his car (different map of course) !!![/QUOTE] I've had an email from Adam, and he said it sounds faulty, so I'll get it sorted in the new year, I won't need it initially anyway as the engine will be standard.
[QUOTE=MoleT5-R;672005]so is that why Paul couldn't get on with it, in his car, may be he should try yours in his car (different map of course) !!![/QUOTE] Sounds a good reason why it never worked
[QUOTE=Pault5estate;672010]Sounds a good reason why it never worked[/QUOTE] Yep, do you want to have another go with it once it's fixed?
Could be worth a try :)
[QUOTE=Pault5estate;672014]Could be worth a try :)[/QUOTE] Shall we try mine in your car after Christmas?
Sounds a good idea to me, thanks
It would be nice to know if that is why it didn't work for Paul
Seeing as I am replacing the front and rear bumpers, tail gate, bonnet and both front wings, I may as well respray the whole car, so be prepared for a flip of the current colour scheme, so yellow on top and black on the bottom and back, but the yellow will be poke your eye out yellow.
[QUOTE=claymore;674915]Seeing as I am replacing the front and rear bumpers, tail gate, bonnet and both front wings, I may as well respray the whole car, so be prepared for a flip of the current colour scheme, so yellow on top and black on the bottom and back, but the yellow will be poke your eye out yellow.[/QUOTE] would be dissapointed if you went away from your poke your eye out yellow, any Idea when your likely to want your new front end mate
[QUOTE=MoleT5-R;674927]would be dissapointed if you went away from your poke your eye out yellow, any Idea when your likely to want your new front end mate[/QUOTE] No rush on my part, just let me know when it's all off.
Sounds interesting....
Really looking forward to seeing your results Colin!
Well, the plan was to take the Beast up to the unit this afternoon to start on the transplant, and the bloody thing won't start, (no spark) so I'll have to look at it on Saturday :(
Bummer - I thought you'd been a bit quiet.
Perhaps it's trying to tell you something.
LOL, it's like a cat that doesn't want to go to the vets to be neutered :D
I now feel like a real 850 owner now, this is the first time i've ever had a problem starting it, even with 3 engine changes and all the mods, it's never failed to start.
[QUOTE=claymore;680894]I now feel like a real 850 owner now, this is the first time i've ever had a problem starting it, even with 3 engine changes and all the mods, it's never failed to start.[/QUOTE] welcome to the club! :D faulty sensor?
Who knows? I sort of hope it's the coil as I've had issues with it in the past if I haven't used the car for a while and water get's in through the bonnet vent into it. (all that will change with the new bonnet)
[QUOTE=claymore;680930]Who knows? I sort of hope it's the coil as I've had issues with it in the past if I haven't used the car for a while and water get's in through the bonnet vent into it. (all that will change with the [COLOR="#FF0000"]new bonnet[/COLOR])[/QUOTE] another 1??? lol
[QUOTE=JT;680933]another 1??? lol[/QUOTE] I try to replace a bonnet at least twice a year, (doesn't everyone?)
[QUOTE=claymore;680934]I try to replace a bonnet at least twice a year, (doesn't everyone?)[/QUOTE] didn't realise it was a service item!? :uglyhamme
He changes his bonnet more times than I change my oil lol
When the car comes back on the road, it will be sporting an aggressive V70 front end (With a Claymore twist)
[QUOTE=claymore;680940]When the car comes back on the road, it will be sporting an aggressive V70 front end ([COLOR=#ff0000]With a Claymore twist[/COLOR])[/QUOTE] Ice and lemon....lol
Think your sig pic gave it away a few weeks back Colin. ;) Hope you get it sorted & let surgery commence!
Ok, update on the non starting, swapped the coil, still no spark, took the injectors out, and no fuel either, I can hear it prime so, is it most likely the crank sensor, or should i be looking somewhere else?
cam sensor or flywheel?
Some ideas here Colin - immobilser or ECU http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=65203 The guy checked the ECU by confirming whether it was sending power to one of the sensors on ignition.
usually if it's an imob error then it will fire for a split second.....then stop, sounds more like an earth fault to the ecu to me.
Deffo not imobiliser, I'll change the crank sensor tomorrow, and see what happens :)
Well, that doesn't look right:
So after it's non starting hiccup last week the Volvo has gone off to it's temporary home, so there should be some regular updates from now.
So it looks like you were correct with the crank sensor ,any idea how that got damaged then or was it just down to its age it failed.
I suspect something broke off the starter, as it's been getting worse over the past few months.
You not need a sensor now mate?
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;682772]You not need a sensor now mate?[/QUOTE] I still need one, I took the one out of my rear engine, so I need one for that engine now.
No problem I'll have a dig Saturday mate
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;682832]No problem I'll have a dig Saturday mate[/QUOTE] perhaps bring it to the rolling road day if you find one :)
[QUOTE=claymore;682845]perhaps bring it to the rolling road day if you find one :)[/QUOTE] Not a problem I know I have some lying around its just where they are lying is the problem :)
Great to catch up with this thread after a couple of weeks away and that things are finally moving again... I'm very curious to see what this New Front End will look like :)
[QUOTE=iancho;684988]Great to catch up with this thread after a couple of weeks away and that things are finally moving again... I'm very curious to see what this New Front End will look like :)[/QUOTE] going by the bits he was loading into his car it will look just like your sig pictures, except not in gay gold :)
[QUOTE=Nealevo;684999]going by the bits he was loading into his car it will look just like your sig pictures, except not in gay gold :)[/QUOTE] Lol, do you really think it will look like a normal V70 ;)
[QUOTE=claymore;685002]Lol, do you really think it will look like a normal V70 ;)[/QUOTE] if he doesn't cut slots and grills into the front end, I will be disappointed...lol
[QUOTE=MoleT5-R;685020]if he doesn't cut slots and grills into the front end, I will be disappointed...lol[/QUOTE] I couldn't agree more
[QUOTE=Nealevo;684999]going by the bits he was loading into his car it will look just like your sig pictures, except not in [COLOR="#FF0000"]gay gold :)[/QUOTE] [/COLOR]I'm easier to spot around Birmingham matey :) I don't think my front end is extreme enough for Colin
I'm expecting less bonnet, more holes and it welded in place so he cant forget to secure it before driving off
Just to let you all know that the project is still moving along slowly, and just got some more suitable seats for the car :)
Never mind seats, have you fitted a hat rack yet?
I will have a space in the back just for all my hats :)
[QUOTE=claymore;692977]I will have a space in the back just for all my hats :)[/QUOTE] Plenty of room then :D
[QUOTE=M-R-P;692978]Plenty of room then :D[/QUOTE] Not with an engine stuck in the back there won't.
So Claymore, what have you done so far? got any pics :)
[QUOTE=iancho;687008][/COLOR]I'm easier to spot around Birmingham matey :) I don't think my front end is extreme enough for Colin[/QUOTE] may be we could get him to fit a bonnet scoop like yours ???? but obviously his will have a massive hole cut underneath it and a charge cooler or something of similar strapped below it...lol
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;693004]So Claymore, what have you done so far? got any pics :)[/QUOTE] Probably won't be any pics of the engine work until the unveiling.
[QUOTE=claymore;693029]Probably won't be any pics of the engine work until the unveiling.[/QUOTE] You tease :D
......and when can we expect 'The Big Unveil' ?
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;693036]......and when can we expect 'The Big Unveil' ?[/QUOTE] Probably not this year.
Sorry mr Mole :(
[QUOTE=claymore;693726]Sorry mr Mole :(
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What happened, did you only have 1/2 a disc ?......I don't think that is any where near dramatic enough for a Claymore bonnet !!, get back out there and cut some more holes in it pronto.....:hilarious
P.S. just worked out I could do with the slash off the grill, only if you have no plans for it.
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What only one cooling intake ,surely there's going to be one near the rear of the bonnet or are you going to lift it up on the hinges to get some air flowing out,good luck on this one hope it works well.
There's a chap on the forum with a nice scoop on his bonnet that he wouldn't miss , after all it's for a good cause.
[QUOTE=Harvey;693853]What only one cooling intake ,surely there's going to be one near the rear of the bonnet or are you going to lift it up on the hinges to get some air flowing out,good luck on this one hope it works well. There's a chap on the forum with a nice scoop on his bonnet that he wouldn't miss , after all it's for a good cause.[/QUOTE] Remember that cooling hole is only for when the car isn't moving, going on previous experience when the car is moving over a certain speed Colin has the bonnet wide open.;)
[QUOTE=stribo;693857]Remember that cooling hole is only for when the car isn't moving, going on previous experience when the car is moving over a certain speed Colin has the bonnet wide open.;)[/QUOTE] I thought the vent was for the 2nd intercooler and extra bits fitted.
That is the first cut, it will have naca ducts on the near side for the primary intercooler and it will have a big hole at the back to let heat out., much the the old bonnet but without the big bulge.
How's it all coming along Colin? I was reading that it might not be ready this year which is sad news, nice to see you have started on the bonnet though :)
[QUOTE=iancho;695961]How's it all coming along Colin?
I was reading that it might not be ready this year which is sad news, nice to see you have started on the bonnet though :)[/QUOTE]
Not much progress mate, but hopefully with the weather getting better, I can crack on, this is how she is at the moment:
And I don't seem to have anywhere for my spare wheel:
cutting that hole might void the anti corrosion warranty ;)
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;699652]cutting that hole might void the anti corrosion warranty ;)[/QUOTE] I suspect any Volvo warranty on this car was voided some time ago.....lol
erm - where's the fuel tank going - under your seat ?? LOL
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;699663]erm - where's the fuel tank going - under your seat ?? LOL[/QUOTE] The fuel tank will go where the spare wheel was (I hope)
good to see some progress.
[QUOTE=claymore;699664]The fuel tank will go where the spare wheel was (I hope)[/QUOTE] How many litres will it hold, two engines will be drinking it pretty quick lol
It will be using the original tank and it will only be using both engines when it's on the track.
A bit more done today, cut the rear bulkhead off the donor and welded a couple of support bars:
And cut a bit more out of the car:
You're a braver man than me Col.
A bit more cutting done today, next week will be welding :)
There appears to be a giant girder between your rear suspension mounts... I like it! Though I guess it's just for rigidity whilst there's no floor?
[QUOTE=T5RPete;700805]There appears to be a giant girder between your rear suspension mounts... I like it! Though I guess it's just for rigidity whilst there's no floor?[/QUOTE] That bar will be fully welded in and the engine top mount will be welded onto it
nice work, making it all blend in will be the making of the project, giving it the that was how it would have been made if the the factory ever had have done it, looking forward to further progress reports
Great thread and thanks for posting it.
Welded a temporary frame across the back today, this will give me something to bolt the strut towers to, so that I can adjust the placement acurately before starting to weld everything in,
Looking good. Wise move with the brace. Looking forward to watching this progress
Making excellent progress there Colin :)
Subframe and suspension back on and the frame tacked into place to test for fit:
Sitting a bit high without an engine :)
Ready for Sunday then :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;702525]Ready for Sunday then :)[/QUOTE] Not this sunday, although if it had tax it could go on the road :)
Looking good mate, I may have a few carbon goodies soon, depends in scrap process :)
[QUOTE=Nealevo;702535]Looking good mate, I may have a few carbon goodies soon, depends in scrap process :)[/QUOTE] Cheers mate, engine will be in next week, and you know I'm like a magpie when it comes to shiny things :)
looking good. can see it starting to take shape
[QUOTE=graemewelch;702553]looking good. can see it starting to take shape[/QUOTE] What do you mean? That's it finished :D
bloody hell colin, you have bin busy, Total monster!! i think its gonna be loud in there when on boost lol Awesome!!
It's amazing what can be done once the weather improves :)
Some serious progress made there! Well done :)
It's coming along nicely, might even be finished for the BKV :redface:
nice progress matey
Looking good ,makes life so much easier when the wheels go on. Is the rack going to stay and just get locked off or could it get a bit of use later on ?.
Looking good mr c!
Good progress, but I thought you weren't allowed to post pics if it.
It's sitting like mine used to sit lol, hope it settles a bit when the engine goes in ;)
[QUOTE=Harvey;702696]Looking good ,makes life so much easier when the wheels go on. Is the rack going to stay and just get locked off or could it get a bit of use later on ?.[/QUOTE] Rack won't be staying, it will be replaced by a solid bar and a new engine mount. [QUOTE=stribo;702707]Good progress, but I thought you weren't allowed to post pics if it.[/QUOTE] I'm being economical with the pictures and the details and as to how far I have got ;)
shame the rack is going, imagine the twin steer possibilities, great for tight hairpin bends...lol
Sitting a bit better with a bit of weight in the back :)
And the weldathon has begun :)
So, Adam (Volvaxo) has started making my new Exhaust manifold, first thing a flange off Graeme Welch :)
Then cut up some 4 cylinder manifolds:
The Turbo will be on top of the manifold, so quite high up.
And I thought I'd better order another Turbo, so that's another GT3076 on the way.
Bloody hell lol
Phwoar!
:rice:
[QUOTE=claymore;703892]So, Adam (Volvaxo) has started making my new Exhaust manifold, first thing a flange off Graeme Welch :)
Then cut up some 4 cylinder manifolds:
The Turbo will be on top of the manifold, so quite high up.
And I thought I'd better order another Turbo, so that's another GT3076 on the way.[/QUOTE]
getting the 5th tube in there looks like a bit of a job and a half !!!!
Nah really not as hard as you would think......... we are going to just weld a pipe on so it look right, the gasses wont go through , but that will give colin something to think about ;) lol
[QUOTE=hybriduno;704028]Nah really not as hard as you would think......... we are going to just weld a pipe on so it look right, the gasses wont go through , but that will give colin something to think about ;) lol[/QUOTE] LOL Looking good Colin!!
Slow progress, but every bit is another bit ticked off the list, Today was carrying on with joining the bits together, first job was to close off the box section off the front inner wings:
then onto extending the rear box section to join the front part:
Loving it mate :)
Doesn't matter that it's slow Colin, with something like this it pays to take your time......great work.
http://s170.photobucket.com/user/claymore2k/media/T10%20Projects/20140417_155213.jpg.html
Who's hand you cut off?
More twin engine madness for insperation http://www.speedhunters.com/2014/04/twin-engined-monster-suzuki-escudo/
Good one Neal! Claymore'll be looking to enter Pikes Peak now!
Aah, the escudo - one of my fave cars from GT3. I had one tuned to 1900bhp and did a 2 player with a mate round the big test track, hitting 311mph :)
Just a bit of work on the side project:
[QUOTE=claymore;707457]Just a bit of work on the side project:
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nice, looks factory fitted
Think I'd have fitted it the other way around so the curve matched the btack edge of the bonnet, nice job though.
[QUOTE=Tomcat;707594]Think I'd have fitted it the other way around so the curve matched the btack edge of the bonnet, nice job though.[/QUOTE] It seems to be an optical illusion as the back of the vent is actually straight.
[QUOTE=Tomcat;707594]Think I'd have fitted it the other way around so the curve matched the btack edge of the bonnet, nice job though.[/QUOTE] It may look better that way BUT then the vents would be forcing air in as opposed to pulling the hot air out. It would have less effect as a vent :(
Today I have been mostly making patch panels :(
Fantasic! :worship:
Love what your doing mate.
Today was a welding day :)
Just looking at your welding and it got me to thinking ermm......did i buy a ford escort of you 25 years ago
[QUOTE=soothingduck;707885]Just looking at your welding and it got me to thinking ermm......did i buy a ford escort of you 25 years ago[/QUOTE] Maybe, I did sell a Mk1 Escort about then ;)...lol
yeah it turned left really well right not so good
Pigeons have been busy... ;)
[QUOTE=soothingduck;707887]yeah it turned left really well
right not so good[/QUOTE]
Lol, it wasn't mine then, mine turned both ways just fine :)
[QUOTE=M-R-P;707890]Pigeons have been busy... ;)[/QUOTE] It will all be fine when it's ground back
Use those sanding disks mate, they'll make light work of it.
[QUOTE=M-R-P;707894]Use those sanding disks mate, they'll make light work of it.[/QUOTE] Yep, they rip through it in no time, I have done a couple of bits and it looks ok.
[QUOTE=claymore;707895]Yep, they rip through it in no time, I have done a couple of bits and it looks ok.[/QUOTE] The 3M rep gave me some of the new version of those disks today... :yikes:
[QUOTE=M-R-P;707896]The 3M rep gave me some of the new version of those disks today... :yikes:[/QUOTE] They are unbelievable at grinding/sanding back.
Not wanting to hijack your thread with talk of abrasive equipment but the new version is better still. There's a 9" version too.
[QUOTE=M-R-P;707905]Not wanting to hijack your thread with talk of abrasive equipment but the new version is better still. There's a 9" version too.[/QUOTE] It's not hijacking, I think it's all very relevant.
[QUOTE=claymore;707909]It's not hijacking, I think it's all very relevant.[/QUOTE] Glad you approve mate. Might be worth its own thread, there's a fair few members here that use stuff like this regularly and it could be handy to compare and share knowledge/experiences with this sort of thing. I'll start a thread later.
[QUOTE=M-R-P;707905]Not wanting to hijack your thread with talk of abrasive equipment but the new version is better still. There's a 9" version too.[/QUOTE] Size isn't everything. ;)
[QUOTE=claymore;707892]It will all be fine when it's ground back[/QUOTE] And a thick coat of paint :)
It will have seam sealer over a lot of the joins, then stone chip followed by paint, much like the volvaxo.
More welding, but not much to see as most of it is underneath:
And a little vid of my squatter:
[video=youtube;gaKWu_m3Ipc]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaKWu_m3Ipc&feature=youtu.be[/video]
Brave little buggers robins.
Moving onto the front now, it's not easy to see what's going on here, but basically there will be three box sections all inside each other, nightmare to try and work out what order to weld in, I've welded a couple of bits then think, ££££, how am I going to weld the next bit in, so out with the grinder and start again.....lol.
Looks dangerous! :tombstone Would like a blast down the road in it though! lol. Just looking at a twin engine Daewoo (Mega woo)! Those things are like paper bags so must be lethal!
This is awesome! I need to learn to weld
[QUOTE=mike 850;709718]This is awesome! I need to learn to weld[/QUOTE] Many would say, So do I....lol
[QUOTE=claymore;707892]It will all be fine when it's ground back[/QUOTE] Looks OK to me, Ive seen 'Specialists' charge £££ for welding that looks worse than that, Doesnt matter what it looks like so long as its got good penetration, Small bit of time as you say with a disc and it will look sorted.
Its nice when you put a weld down that dosnt need dressing though. Ive worked with lads who spend more time grinding there welds than what they do welding. Not what you expect from a skilled welder.
[QUOTE=klunk;709960]Looks OK to me, Ive seen 'Specialists' charge £££ for welding that looks worse than that, Doesnt matter what it looks like so long as its got good penetration, Small bit of time as you say with a disc and it will look sorted.[/QUOTE] A good weld looks ok coz it penetrated both pieces that are being weld. Pigeon ££££ welding has no penetration.
Love it when both flanges get full penetration and yer nozzle gets nice and hot ;)
[QUOTE=M-R-P;709973]Love it when both flanges get full penetration and yer nozzle gets nice and hot ;)[/QUOTE] mmm flange
Thanks to Adam, the manifold is coming along nicely :) [ATTACH=CONFIG]25387[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]25388[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]25389[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]25390[/ATTACH]
Looking good. Bet you cant wait to bolt it on
[QUOTE=graemewelch;714982]Looking good. Bet you cant wait to bolt it on[/QUOTE] A bit of time before I'll be ready to bolt it on.
And the weldathon continues :(
getting close to finishing this part now:
And now onto the 3mm steel :)
Ohh, shiny bit :)
i see the cordless drill powered car still lives lol
Love shiny bits!
[QUOTE=claymore;714988]And the weldathon continues :(
getting close to finishing this part now:
And now onto the 3mm steel :)
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Are you using the Vauxhalls as donors for the steel? ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;715404]Are you using the Vauxhalls as donors for the steel? ;)[/QUOTE] Don't be silly, there's no useable material anywhere in a Vauxhall :hidesbehi
I wonder what I could do with these?
Space-framing a wheelie bin?
Well after a couple of weeks forced brake from the project (Turbo failure in the T-5R and too much work) I hope to crack on this week so at last I've finished welding up the rear OS, Turret and most of the Front OS (can't finish until I get the subframe back off)
And made a start on the Front NS:
Work getting in the way of the T10 project.....you really must get your priorities right Colin. Keep up the great work.
Is there a sudden rush on sewing machine repairs? ;)
If you need a hand mate, I could come over and help with the weld-a-thon
[QUOTE=stribo;720545]Is there a sudden rush on sewing machine repairs? ;)[/QUOTE]
lol, no but there is a rush on pc repairs, but funny you should mention them, I have a few for sale if you know of anyone who wants some :)
Thought I'd play with a bit more downforce on the back :)
[QUOTE=claymore;720552]lol, no but there is a rush on pc repairs, but funny you should mention them, I have a few for sale if you know of anyone who wants some :)
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You should try the antiques roadshow. ;)
[QUOTE=claymore;720552]lol, no but there is a rush on pc repairs, but funny you should mention them, I have a few for sale if you know of anyone who wants some :)
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The Eastman looks to have seen better days,button sew looks ok,overlocker with metering device sell as plane machine, cover stitch machine if working sells very easy if single phase.
Takes me back a year or two.....
Yep, takes me back as well, there are two knives there and everything is single phase :)
[QUOTE=stribo;720737]You should try the antiques roadshow. ;)[/QUOTE] Coin's not that old
The weldathon is coming to an end at last :)
looks awesome! Can You still fit the engine with a hoist? Or you have to get creative?
[QUOTE=Nari;721017]looks awesome! Can You still fit the engine with a hoist? Or you have to get creative?[/QUOTE] The engine will go in from underneath along with the subframe, so no different to the way a front engine would go in.
Well, that's about all the main welding done on the top (just a few cosmetic bits to do later on)
Colin's way past hoist's, post lift for his car, could probably drop both engines in one lift.....lol
And, the subframe is off again :)
In...out.. in ...out... you shake it all about.. etc..
[QUOTE=Tomcat;721205]In...out.. in ...out... you shake it all about.. etc..[/QUOTE] Next time it goes in, it will have an engine attached to it :)
Good to see the cubitron stuff still in use mate, looking forward to the next update.
I've decided to follow in another members footsteps and just use cardbord with a bit of filler and paint over it.
Well, perhaps not :)
looking good colin,wont be long till the first start!!
And still more welding:
Is there any chemical metal used in this build ????.......:uglyhamme:hidesbehi
CAD (Cardboard Aided Design) as the guy who's doing Project Binky says
Today's exploits was making these ready to be superglued on to the car tomorrow.
Got to love super glue :)
'No more nails' for me
Or pink grip ;)
Or for some members, super polygrip lol
[QUOTE=claymore;722200]Today's exploits was making these ready to be superglued on to the car tomorrow.
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Chemical metal works well
Exhaust manifold finished :)
[QUOTE=claymore;723244]Exhaust manifold finished :)
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quality item, thats going to look superb in the back, bit of bling nice
I can see the light at the end of the tunnel as far as the welding goes :)
And the start of the last part :)
You with your endless welding, Pete with endless yellow, all Smithy has to do is fit a fuel line and a tank and pump your putting him to shame lads :):):)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;723473]You with your endless welding, Pete with endless yellow, all Smithy has to do is fit a fuel line and a tank and pump your putting him to shame lads :):):)[/QUOTE] Oi smithster, pull your finger out lad.....lol Nice work Colin, bet your glad the welding is over
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;723475]Oi smithster, pull your finger out lad.....lol Nice work Colin, bet your glad the welding is over[/QUOTE] Not quite over yet, but a good go tomorrow should have it done, then next week, strip the subframe, give it a coat of paint, refit everything, sort out the steering rack, fit the new wishbones and coilovers and refit the engine (sounds easy when you say it quickly...lol)
your a very talented person claymore and what a weapon you are building lol
[QUOTE=merc85;723495]your a very talented person claymore and what a weapon you are building lol[/QUOTE] And he's in his 70's even more amazing :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;723497]And he's in his 70's even more amazing :)[/QUOTE] lol
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;723497]And he's in his 70's even more amazing :)[/QUOTE] Git
The thee stages of Manifold mods.
Standard:
Modified for Front engine.
Rear engine:
[QUOTE=claymore;723670]The thee stages of Manifold mods.
Standard:
Modified for Front engine.
Rear engine:
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Holy SH** lol thats awesome :)
Today, I have been mostly playing with Engine dampers, decided to make the brackets up on the T-5R and test it, then when the T10 is all done I'll either swap it over or make another one.
The main reason for this is, because when I accelerate hard on a left hand bend, the supercharger pulley hits the chassis.
Are you not going for the later Japan labelled manifold with the different manifold design and more open collector? Or at least open up that collector on the modified one?
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;723957]Are you not going for the later Japan labelled manifold with the different manifold design and more open collector? Or at least open up that collector on the modified one?[/QUOTE] Yep, I'm going to knife edge the front engine manifold.
[QUOTE=claymore;723839]Today, I have been mostly playing with Engine dampers, decided to make the brackets up on the T-5R and test it, then when the T10 is all done I'll either swap it over or make another one.
The main reason for this is, because when I accelerate hard on a left hand bend, the supercharger pulley hits the chassis.
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It would be nice to see if this damper makes any difference :) As I thinking about fitting one.
[QUOTE=oblark;723966]It would be nice to see if this damper makes any difference :) As I thinking about fitting one.[/QUOTE] Initial report is that there is no more engine noise transmitted, I'll see if it makes any difference next week at Avon, but my guess would be that it must make a difference, the front of the T5k engine moved up more than an inch for the Supercharger to hit the chassis, so if it can just stop that I'll be happy, and all for 35 quid.
[QUOTE=claymore;724002]Initial report is that there is no more engine noise transmitted, I'll see if it makes any difference next week at Avon, but my guess would be that it must make a difference, the front of the T5k engine moved up more than an inch for the Supercharger to hit the chassis, so if it can just stop that I'll be happy, and all for 35 quid.[/QUOTE] Interesting :)
I don't know if it's the placebo effect, but I seem to have virtually no torque steer since fitting the engine damper.
It's nice when you get to the stage for red oxide:
And this is where the turbo goes :)
Have fun with the drain pipe for that turbo lol, don't do what you did last time :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;724195]Have fun with the drain pipe for that turbo lol, don't do what you did last time :)[/QUOTE] More room to fab a decent one with this manifold :)
glad it fits ok :)
project is moving on nicely at present, keep up the good work Colin.... and the posted reports
Start of the gear selector bracket:
[QUOTE=claymore;724251]Start of the gear selector bracket:
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that pic could put the cat amongst the pigeons...lol
I have some 3 > 4 inch reducer if you want or even some lengths of 4 inch pipe if you wanted to make a big intake - assuming that anti surge is 4 inch (102mm)?
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;724279]I have some 3 > 4 inch reducer if you want or even some lengths of 4 inch pipe if you wanted to make a big intake - assuming that anti surge is 4 inch (102mm)?[/QUOTE] Cheers Dave, I'll keep that in mind when I get to that stage.
I decided to take a break from the car today and ticked off job on the to do list:
[video=youtube;qbgCaiQQPS8]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qbgCaiQQPS8&feature=youtu.be[/video]
Make the video public Colin :slap:
[QUOTE=M-R-P;724354]Make the video public Colin :slap:[/QUOTE] It should already be public?, I may have posted it before it had fully uploaded
Working now :)
Very smart Sir, Your making this look way to easy, what did you say the difficult bit will be ..??
Only a tiny bit more welding to do :)
Come on bored of welding same as the yellow paint thread :) wanna see the block in the back :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;725514]Come on bored of welding same as the yellow paint thread :) wanna see the block in the back :)[/QUOTE] Me to, I hope to start refurbishing the subframe and sorting something out to replace the steering rack either tomorrow or Thursday, than chuck the engine in.
New trackrod ends and drop links ordered, this can mean only one thing, the subframe is nearly all done :)
Wayhay! Will you be adding a bit of castor to aid cornering or will it be a case of suck -it-n-see?
[QUOTE=M-R-P;725830]Wayhay! Will you be adding a bit of castor to aid cornering or will it be a case of suck -it-n-see?[/QUOTE] I think you mean camber, castor only aids self centring on the steering.;)
[QUOTE=M-R-P;725830]Wayhay! Will you be adding a bit of castor to aid cornering or will it be a case of suck -it-n-see?[/QUOTE] Deffo, suck-it-n-see
any plans in the way of a rear undertray, or engine cover - bet it will be very noisey without
[QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;725835]any plans in the way of a rear undertray, or engine cover - bet it will be very noisey without[/QUOTE] It will have a full bulkhead behind the front seats :)
Good job this isn't the Victorian times! They'd have loaded you in the van long ago! Awesome, awesome project! :D
No pics today, but I thought I'd do an update just for JamesT5, the rear wishbones now have black polybushes :)
[QUOTE=claymore;725985]No pics today, but I thought I'd do an update just for JamesT5, the rear wishbones now have black polybushes :)[/QUOTE] I hope there's chemical metal in there
[QUOTE=t5 pete;725987]I hope there's chemical metal in there[/QUOTE] I prefer to use the real thing ;)
I know it's sad, but I love this stage of a project, every day new parts get delivered :)
Today was trackrod ends and drop links, hopefully tomorrow I'll get the steering rack ends, then the subframe can be all built up.
Yep its always great getting the new parts im slowly going through the boxes of things now fitting them to the car but that reminds me I need a new pair of track rods
[QUOTE=t5 pete;726563]Yep its always great getting the new parts im slowly going through the boxes of things now fitting them to the car but that reminds me I need a new pair of track rods[/QUOTE] £33 each from Volvo, just fitted mine
I just bought cheap eBay bits as they won't actually be doing very much.
[QUOTE=Nealevo;726567]£33 each from Volvo, just fitted mine[/QUOTE] Awesome thank you
Well that just sucked in an hour or so of my life :) Come back to the forum today and find an awesome new project thread for one of my favourite cars :) Excellent work there sir :)
Well, that's the steering rack off in the scrap pile, just waiting for the new rack ends now.
What no 4 wheel steering?? You do disappoint sometimes :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;726739]What no 4 wheel steering?? You do disappoint sometimes :)[/QUOTE] I can always bolt a rack back on if I want ;)
Nice collin, be gud to see it when finished.
[QUOTE=t5 pete;726563]Yep its always great getting the new parts im slowly going through the boxes of things now fitting them to the car but that reminds me I need a new pair of track rods[/QUOTE] Less than £18 each from PFV: http://www.partsforvolvosonline.com/product_info.php?cPath=2_617&products_id=3664 http://www.partsforvolvosonline.com/product_info.php?cPath=2_617&products_id=3669
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;726739]What no 4 wheel steering?? You do disappoint sometimes :)[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=claymore;726730]Well, that's the steering rack off in the scrap pile, just waiting for the new rack ends now.
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I'm sure there must be a wayof rigging it up so you get some passive rear wheel steer. ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;726744]Less than £18 each from PFV: http://www.partsforvolvosonline.com/product_info.php?cPath=2_617&products_id=3664 http://www.partsforvolvosonline.com/product_info.php?cPath=2_617&products_id=3669[/QUOTE] Or £25.50 for a pair off the bay: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/151216322194?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
[QUOTE=claymore;726747]Or £25.50 for a pair off the bay: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/151216322194?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649[/QUOTE] How come the ebay ones fit left or right, whereas the PFV have different part numbers and prices?
[QUOTE=stribo;726753]How come the ebay ones fit left or right, whereas the PFV have different part numbers and prices?[/QUOTE] The second link you posted was for a 98 on s/c/v 70
[QUOTE=claymore;726755]The second link you posted was for a 98 on s/c/v 70[/QUOTE] Great, the change over's just when my car was made, so the ebay one's may or may not fit. :(
Lol, I've just noticed, I've got the wishbones on the wrong sides, I seem to have a habit of doing that.....lol
Will this be road legal once complete?
[QUOTE=Saaamon;726811]Will this be road legal once complete?[/QUOTE] I hope so
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Lol, I've just noticed, I've got the wishbones on the wrong sides, I seem to have a habit of doing that.....lol[/QUOTE]
Blame Stuart, I'm sure it was his fault last time that happened .....lol
Probably was my fault but whos the bigger fool, the fool or the fool that follows him :)
[QUOTE=ExternalError;726848]Probably was my fault but whos the bigger fool, the fool or the fool that follows him :)[/QUOTE] Is that not a Star Wars quote? Obi Wan I believe.;)
The qoute is "Who's the more foolish? The fool, or the fool who follows him? " And comes from Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope(1977)
[QUOTE=claymore;726747]Or £25.50 for a pair off the bay: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/151216322194?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649[/QUOTE] Or £13 for the pair from carparts4less.co.uk
[QUOTE=stribo;726855]Is that not a Star Wars quote? Obi Wan I believe.;)[/QUOTE] Yes it was a star wars quote 1 of my most watched films
[QUOTE=ExternalError;726848]Probably was my fault but whos the bigger fool, the fool or the fool that follows him :)[/QUOTE] nice get-out card that Stuart, may have to stick that in the must use at work pile....lol
Engine back on it's subframe, just need to fab the engine mount, and then in she goes :)
any special mods to the engine, before it goes in??
[QUOTE=JT;727042]any special mods to the engine, before it goes in??[/QUOTE] No, just a standard high mileage donky to start with, but will be replaced with my forged one when I'm happy with the setup.
Got the admit the pace of this Colin is great it will be up and running in no time
[QUOTE=t5 pete;727047]Got the admit the pace of this Colin is great it will be up and running in no time[/QUOTE] There will be an awful lot to do when the engine is in, but at least it won't be bloody welding.
Yep I can certainly imagine that without out digging back through the thread will it be running two ecu's one for each engine
[QUOTE=t5 pete;727049]Yep I can certainly imagine that without out digging back through the thread will it be running two ecu's one for each engine[/QUOTE]
Great work Colin. Progress is very speedy!
[QUOTE=jdavis;727063]Great work Colin. Progress is very speedy![/QUOTE] Retro Rides is looming ever closer and Colin wants it there for lots of flames, pops, bangs and twin compound charged fun :yikes: :)
[QUOTE=Saaamon;726811]Will this be road legal once complete?[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=claymore;726838]I hope so[/QUOTE] a question I nearly asked before - will it require a SVA or similar to be road legal? to my (very limited) knowledge it used to work on a points system when it is a modified rather than kit car based on what is changed engine, gearboxes, axles etc. stop press** how will it pass the emissions tests with twice the gas quantity registered for that model at the mot :rotfl: - can you get away with only starting one engine ? answering that one will be down to special circumstances consultation by the tester to vosa
It will only use 1 engine for the mot. As far as Iva test goes, as Im using all volvo parts the only points I've used is cutting the monocoque.
Well, :)
I think you can safely take the spacers off the wheels mate.
[QUOTE=jdavis;727304]I think you can safely take the spacers off the wheels mate.[/QUOTE] Hell, no. It has to have spacers on the front to clear the brake calipers, and I need spacers on the back to clear the handbrake mechanism.
It looks awesome Colin. Will it pass MOT with wheels stuck out that far?
[QUOTE=jdavis;727306]It looks awesome Colin. Will it pass MOT with wheels stuck out that far?[/QUOTE] If you look closely, you will see that the arches aren't on at the moment.
Ahhhh my bad.
Great progress Colin, when's it going to be ready for a shakedown?
[QUOTE=stribo;727312]Great progress Colin, when's it going to be ready for a shakedown?[/QUOTE] Next job is to get the engine running, and I'll see how it goes from there, but I expect it to take the rest of the year.
Certainly coming along now Colin, look forward to seeing this monster in action at some point.
looking good colin shows up the one thing i dislike on the 850 the wheel track width difference on the front and rear of one
how do you plan to run the coolant & IC for the 2nd engine - are you utilising the rear windows like the volvaxo?
Roof scoop :)
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;727453]how do you plan to run the coolant & IC for the 2nd engine - are you utilising the rear windows like the volvaxo?[/QUOTE] Hopefully the rad and intercooler will sit at an angle in front of the engine and behind the front seats, air will then be ducted out through the rear passenger window. [QUOTE=M-R-P;727464]Roof scoop :)[/QUOTE] roof scoop will be used to duct air into the turbo to supercharger intercooler which will be mounted onto the inside of the roof, if that makes sense.
[QUOTE=claymore;727471]Hopefully the rad and intercooler will sit at an angle in front of the engine and behind the front seats, air will then be ducted out through the rear passenger window. roof scoop will be used to duct air into the turbo to supercharger intercooler which will be mounted onto the inside of the roof, if that makes sense.[/QUOTE] It'll look like a Lancia ECV....!
[QUOTE=claymore;727114]It will only use 1 engine for the mot. As far as Iva test goes, as Im using all volvo parts the only points I've used is cutting the monocoque.[/QUOTE] [QUOTE] Points Chassis, monocoque bodyshell (body and chassis as one unit) or frame - original or new and unmodified (direct from manufacturer) 5 Suspension (front and back) - original 2 Axles (both) - original 2 Transmission - original 2 Steering assembly - original 2 Engine - original 1 [/QUOTE] As you need 8 points or higher, do you not lose points for your rear suspension by going Macpherson at the rear as well. (it may be Volvo 850 front suspension but it's not originally in the rear) TBH I can't see how the rear axle is the same either? other than you still have two I guess? I wouldn't be surprised if it has to have a Q plate, I know you've only used the front engine part of the other vehicle but it doesn't specify 50% of each to be classed as a cut n shut. [QUOTE] Get a ‘Q’ registration number as there is definite evidence of two cars being welded together, You won’t be able to keep your vehicle’s original registration number if 1 of the following applies: it has fewer than 8 points it has a second-hand or altered chassis, monocoque bodyshell or frame [COLOR="#FF0000"]there’s evidence that 2 vehicles have been welded together to form 1 (ie ‘cut and shut’) [/COLOR]Your vehicle must pass the relevant type approval test to get a ‘Q’ prefix registration number. [/QUOTE] Hope this doesn't come across a criticism, if what you've done is acceptable then I have no worries about my V40.
TBH, I have absolutely no worries about it going for an IVA test and getting a Q plate, that has always been on the cards :)
It shouldnt get a Q plate as it already has a registration, I thought Q plates where only used when the majority of the parts on the car have come from several different vehicles and there is no original registration to base it on?.. ie. kit cars.. As yours is already registered you should be able to keep your current reg... Shouldn't you?
Is the Volvaxo a Q plate? if it isn't, then I can't see that yours would be, as you haven't altered yours as much.
[QUOTE=Tomcat;727508]It shouldnt get a Q plate as it already has a registration, I thought Q plates where only used when the majority of the parts on the car have come from several different vehicles and there is no original registration to base it on?.. ie. kit cars.. As yours is already registered you should be able to keep your current reg... Shouldn't you?[/QUOTE] Time will tell :)
[QUOTE=Tomcat;727508]It shouldnt get a Q plate as it already has a registration, I thought Q plates where only used when the majority of the parts on the car have come from several different vehicles and there is no original registration to base it on?.. ie. kit cars.. As yours is already registered you should be able to keep your current reg... Shouldn't you?[/QUOTE] This should answer your question [QUOTE]Get a ‘Q’ registration number as there is definite evidence of two cars being welded together, [COLOR="#FF0000"]You won’t be able to keep your vehicle’s original registration number if 1 of the following applies: [/COLOR] it has fewer than 8 points it has a second-hand or altered chassis, monocoque bodyshell or frame there’s evidence that 2 vehicles have been welded together to form 1 (ie ‘cut and shut’) Your vehicle must pass the relevant type approval test to get a ‘Q’ prefix registration number.[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=stribo;727513]Is the Volvaxo a Q plate? if it isn't, then I can't see that yours would be, as you haven't altered yours as much.[/QUOTE] I think it should be, I can only get 2 points for steering as it loses 5 for the body, 1 for engine, 2 for transmission, 2 for suspension, axles etc.
Plant-I confirmed as main sponsor again, the car will have full telematics, so it will be possible to log all data live and even let people go on line and see all the performance and location live.
[QUOTE=claymore;727553]Plant-I confirmed as main sponsor again, the car will have full telematics, so it will be possible to log all data live and even let people go on line and see all the performance and location live.[/QUOTE] Seriously cool stuff that, Colin! :D
[QUOTE=claymore;727553]Plant-I confirmed as main sponsor again, the car will have full telematics, so it will be possible to log all data live and even let people go on line and see all the performance and location live.[/QUOTE] You need a sponsor that makes a bonnet that stays shut. ;)
Turbo on:
Radiator and first (intermediate) intercooler in place:
Change of plan on the rad pack already, I think it will be easier to duct air to and from it like this:
Today was relatively productive, fuel tank and swirl pot location decided on:
Supercharger resting in place ready to make some brackets:
Gear selector bolted in and cable runs worked out (should finish that and the throttle tomorrow)
Awesome work colin will you be fitting a Y piece for the clutch line
[QUOTE=t5 pete;728381]Awesome work colin will you be fitting a Y piece for the clutch line[/QUOTE] Yep, hopefully it will have enough travel for both slaves, if not then I'll have a re think.
You work quickly Colin I'll give you that. Brilliant progress & sure you've solved a few head scratching moments. It will look mental from behind. Lol
[QUOTE=claymore;728374]Today was relatively productive, fuel tank and swirl pot location decided on:
Supercharger resting in place ready to make some brackets:
Gear selector bolted in and cable runs worked out (should finish that and the throttle tomorrow)
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Like the fuel tank, late classic mini injection by the look of it, you'll have very limited range, they are only something like 7 gallons ( might just get 5 runs up prescott...lol ) you'll be needing a jerry can with you, just in cast
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;728398]Like the fuel tank, late classic mini injection by the look of it, you'll have very limited range, they are only something like 7 gallons ( might just get 5 runs up prescott...lol ) you'll be needing a jerry can with you, just in cast[/QUOTE] It will have another mini tank on the other side, with a balance pipe between them.
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;728398]Like the fuel tank, late classic mini injection by the look of it, you'll have very limited range, they are only something like 7 gallons ( might just get 5 runs up prescott...lol ) you'll be needing a jerry can with you, just in cast[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=claymore;728405]It will have another mini tank on the other side, with a balance pipe between them.[/QUOTE] Gonna be a lot of weight over the back end... Although, it'll now be a 50/50 split so potentially, with the right castor and camber tweaks...
[QUOTE=M-R-P;728418]Gonna be a lot of weight over the back end... Although, it'll now be a 50/50 split so potentially, with the right castor and camber tweaks...[/QUOTE] It wont necessarily stay like that as the tanks are also quite high, but it's a solution until I've got everything running, then I'll revisit the problem and probably have a custom tank made to fit between the bulkhead and engine.
[QUOTE=claymore;728423]It wont necessarily stay like that as the tanks are also quite high, but it's a solution until I've got everything running, then I'll revisit the problem and probably have a custom tank made to fit between the bulkhead and engine.[/QUOTE] Is the tank for the front engine still gonna be the saddle tank under the rear bench? ah... probably not lol. Fuel cells in the rear footwell I suppose then. Lovin' this thread mate :)
[QUOTE=M-R-P;728427]Is the tank for the front engine still gonna be the saddle tank under the rear bench? ah... probably not lol. Fuel cells in the rear footwell I suppose then. Lovin' this thread mate :)[/QUOTE] The two mini tanks will feed both engines.
Todays update, not much to see, the throttle is all working, the gear selection just needs 1 more bracket making. Monday will be playing with wires (not looking forward to that)
[QUOTE=claymore;728504]Todays update, not much to see, the throttle is all working, the gear selection just needs 1 more bracket making. Monday will be playing with wires (not looking forward to that)
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If you need a hand with the wires I'm about next week, just give me a shout if you like
aren't you going to have to disconnect the gear lever mechanism for the rear engine to make sure it stays in neutral when only using the front engine
[QUOTE=p fandango;728584]aren't you going to have to disconnect the gear lever mechanism for the rear engine to make sure it stays in neutral when only using the front engine[/QUOTE] Yes, if you look at the clevis pin on the back gear leaver, it's just clipped on ;)
Gear selection bracket done and working, just needs taking off to clean up the welds and give it a coat of paint:
[video=youtube;2J8Y1BGynIo]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2J8Y1BGynIo&feature=youtu.be[/video]
Words simply cant express how talented you are, and brave for taking on this Build. Absolutly hats off to you mate :bow_kneel
No pictures today, all I did was paint the gear selector bracket and tweak the throttle cable mount, but tomorrow I should be cutting a big hole in the roof :)
[QUOTE=claymore;729311]No pictures today, all I did was paint the gear selector bracket and tweak the throttle cable mount, but tomorrow I should be cutting a big hole in the roof :)[/QUOTE] Good job you've got so many hats!
[QUOTE=claymore;729311]No pictures today, all I did was paint the gear selector bracket and tweak the throttle cable mount, but tomorrow I should be cutting a big hole in the roof :)[/QUOTE] How's about fitting sunroof back to front as a closable air Scoop ?.
[QUOTE=claymore;729075]Gear selection bracket done and working, just needs taking off to clean up the welds and give it a coat of paint:
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I take it you are not going down the CAD designed route ? :)
[QUOTE=Harvey;729320]How's about fitting sunroof back to front as a closable air Scoop ?.[/QUOTE] Might be a little difficult with a Skyline intercooler sticking out of the roof ;)
[QUOTE=oblark;729321]I take it you are not going down the CAD designed route ? :)[/QUOTE] I prefer suck it and see :)
[QUOTE=claymore;729322]Might be a little difficult with a Skyline intercooler sticking out of the roof ;)[/QUOTE] Right I will shut up and look forward to the Photos. :wink:
[QUOTE=Harvey;729324]Right I will shut up and look forward to the Photos. :wink:[/QUOTE] I'm always after suggestions, there will be a similar theme to your suggestion on the rear door windows :)
would you still like these tigra kevlar bumpers to play with mr C? ive a couple of days off left this week and could come for a jolly with them... :)
One in the world,amazing work done there mate.Can`t wait to see it running.
[QUOTE=craigoodwood;729378]would you still like these tigra kevlar bumpers to play with mr C? ive a couple of days off left this week and could come for a jolly with them... :)[/QUOTE] Ohh, yes please :)
[QUOTE=claymore;729435]Ohh, yes please :)[/QUOTE] righto i reckon it'll be late morning friday but ill give you a heads up before ;) ive actually accumulated quite a pile of various kevlar panels now ill take a pic later and you can see if there anythin else you can put to use :)
Cheers mate :)
Now with extra ventage :)
Your gonna get wet :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;729502]Your gonna get wet :)[/QUOTE] Only if I sit in the back... :)
[QUOTE=claymore;729503]Only if I sit in the back... :)[/QUOTE] Poor k9plums :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;729502]Your gonna get wet :)[/QUOTE] You Kidding Jim? This thing's gonna chuck out so much out of the exhaust, that global warming will occur all around it and it'll have it's own mini climate! :D Love it!
Todays update, engine won't start :(
[QUOTE=claymore;729674]Todays update, engine won't start :([/QUOTE] Immobiliser?
All that is removed from the system, just can't get a spark.
Are the injectors firing either? If not, my money would be on crank sensor or wiring too/from.
[QUOTE=Doingitsideways;729683]Are the injectors firing either? If not, my money would be on crank sensor or wiring too/from.[/QUOTE] If that's the case you'll have to break it, or is that just Gav? :)
[QUOTE=Doingitsideways;729683]Are the injectors firing either? If not, my money would be on crank sensor or wiring too/from.[/QUOTE] Crankshaft sensor, camshaft sensor and coil all swapped over off the green bitch, so they're all ok, I just havn't wired up the ecu properly, I'm awaiting a facebook conversation with Adam (volvaxo),
[QUOTE=claymore;729674]Todays update, engine won't start :([/QUOTE] Oh the joys of no spark spent quite some time on the gull sorting it out I have sone wiring diagrams I can send you unless pedro beats me to it also have a look in my thread they should be there have you made sure the ecu has power
[QUOTE=t5 pete;729690]Oh the joys of no spark spent quite some time on the gull sorting it out I have sone wiring diagrams I can send you unless pedro beats me to it also have a look in my thread they should be there have you made sure the ecu has power[/QUOTE] Yep, it's pedro's wiring diagram I've been working off. Yep, ecu has power, I can here it click when I switch on.
[QUOTE=oblark;729321]I take it you are not going down the CAD designed route ? :)[/QUOTE] that's my method of car work! Much respect for the suck it and see though Always a good read, sure you'll sort the engine woes. Can't remember if I asked why not just a water to air intercooler for the rear?
If once you've swaped cam crank sensors etc and still not working my next step would be a continuity test on all the wires
[QUOTE=Henk;729700]that's my method of car work! Much respect for the suck it and see though Always a good read, sure you'll sort the engine woes. Can't remember if I asked why not just a water to air intercooler for the rear?[/QUOTE] even with a charge cooler, I would still need a radiator, and the last time I used one I couldn't get the temps low enough.
Have you earthed all the ECU earth leads on the frame and on the engine ?
[QUOTE=oblark;729709]Have you earthed all the ECU earth leads on the frame and on the engine ?[/QUOTE] I think you've hit the nail on the head mate.
Well, I'm an idiot, after scratching my head I noticed that I had plugged the maf plug into the coil (who makes a car with two identical plugs next to each other), so a quick search of the donor car, and found the coil plug, wired it in and hey presto :) [video=youtube;CX87vfIbSZE]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CX87vfIbSZE&feature=youtu.be[/video]
The maf plug has 4 pins so how the hell you managed to plug a 2 pin into god only nows :)
[QUOTE=oblark;729757]The maf plug has 4 pins so how the hell you managed to plug a 2 pin into god only nows :)[/QUOTE] They're both identical mate.
Fuel tank 1 bolted in, fuel pump and filter mounted and all plumbed in.
All the pipes were done after this picture.
Started on the exhaust, just waiting for the cat and silencer:
It's getting a bit crowded in there now....lol, today was intake day, Air filter mounted and a temporary intake pipe cobbled together:
And been sorting out the water pipes, 1 more joint needed for the bottom hose:
and a little more needed for the top hose:
The cat has arrived, so I just need the silencer so that I can finish the exhaust for the back engine:
Ohh, and Intermediate intercooler all modified :)
All boost pipes on (temporarily)
Water just needs 4 jubilee clips
And the exhaust just needs the silencer (arrived today)
I no that mini tanks are temporary, but looks like that one in the last pic, may need some heat shielding with that exhaust passing not to far below, job is coming on in leaps and bounds and still a week to go to retro.
the exhaust will be wrapped and I will cobble up some sort of heat shields.
I thought you'd have it covered, are you on schedule for friday mate
[QUOTE=claymore;731091]the exhaust will be wrapped and [COLOR="#FF0000"]I will cobble up some sort of heat shields[/COLOR].[/QUOTE] McLaren used gold sheet in the F1, maybe you could try that. ;)
Just gone through this thread with a coffee in hand, hat off to you sir!
[QUOTE=prc;731184]Just gone through this thread with a coffee in hand, hat off to you sir![/QUOTE] You need to go through the T-5K thread to make more sense of this thread :)
[QUOTE=claymore;731192]You need to go through the T-5K thread to make more sense of this thread :)[/QUOTE]but he will have no brain cells left if he does tho ;)
Made a start on making a roof scoop (using bits off a Ford Puma stock car body kit), still needs a bit more work before it has a final coat of black paint.
Just got to redo the turbo oil return tomorrow, then it's fill it full of Evans finest and try the first drive :)
Good luck, fantastic engineering and well done for doing something unique!
....good luck...!!
I'll be watching tomorrow with interest (and crossed fingers) Good luck mate.
Make a vid if you can plz and good luck:B_thumb:
Awesome! Finger crossed for a great first drive!!
This is one ace project, Cant wait to see/Hear it running.
Well...... .
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;731741]Well...... .[/QUOTE] it moved backwards and forwards :), but it doesn't like to run on the the ecu out of the front engine,
[QUOTE=claymore;731742]it moved backwards and forwards :), but it doesn't like to run on the the ecu out of the front engine,[/QUOTE] Is that with the dodgy tt?, i've got a.spare standard 850 ecu if you need to borrow it
And this is you're lot for today :) [video=youtube;dzWx7MFjjmI]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dzWx7MFjjmI&feature=youtu.be[/video]
forget the front engine, just leave it like that lol
impressive stuff!! :)
[QUOTE=p fandango;731750]forget the front engine, just leave it like that lol[/QUOTE] Top idea pedro
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;731746]Is that with the dodgy tt?, i've got a.spare standard 850 ecu if you need to borrow it[/QUOTE] No, that's with the front TT but with a map for 630 injectors...lol, I've got a couple of standard ecu's but it won't run on them, I've cocked something up on the immobilizer wiring. I could do with trying a hlm on it.
[QUOTE=claymore;731763]No, that's with the front TT but with a map for 630 injectors...lol, I've got a couple of standard ecu's but it won't run on them, I've cocked something up on the immobilizer wiring. I could do with trying a hlm on it.[/QUOTE] Can't you load another map?
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;731768]Can't you load another map?[/QUOTE] Yep, I'm going to try that tomorrow, but I can't calibrate for the injectors as I haven't got a wideband on the back engine yet. All it has to do is drive on and off the trailer this weekend, so no big deal.
I've got that mte stage 1 map on file if.that's any good to you
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;731770]I've got that mte stage 1 map on file if.that's any good to you[/QUOTE] I'm not to worried about it, it's early days yet.
[QUOTE=claymore;731773]I'm not to worried about it, it's early days yet.[/QUOTE] Looks finished to me :)
ive got a hlm map on a 549 ecu if its ant help....
[QUOTE=craigoodwood;731781]ive got a hlm map on a 549 ecu if its ant help....[/QUOTE] I'll see after retro rides this weekend
off topic, was it your good lady spotted in your t5r this morning around 7, i canny remember where he said it was but he drives from hanwood through shrews to prees :)
Yep, she's driving it this week to get used to driving it to the gathering this weekend, how much do you want for the ecu if it works for me?
not 100% on sellin it yet but we'll come to something i reckon ;)
Map adjusted: [video=youtube;yJlVI73QDzE]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJlVI73QDzE&feature=youtu.be[/video]
It lives.......well done fella, been an amazing project to watch from the sidelines. Good luck with the rest of it :)
Quality :) what's it feel like when it's moving?
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;731959]Quality :) what's it feel like when it's moving?[/QUOTE] Appart from being noisy, it feels just like a front engine, I can't wait to give it some beans :) You can have a go tomorrow :)
Awesome Colin
well done pal, you've got some skills
Look forward to seeing it Colin. You've done really well with such a lot of work. Big balls too. Lol
Bet the reaction was pretty good. Lol Now for the R&D side. :)
Wow. Any idea of final weight? Will you get a chance to put it on a set of racing scales for an idea of corner and cross weight?
Is it 100% driveable now? How does it feel?
Hope you didn't drive it on the public highway with the rear wheels sitting out so far from the bodywork. ;)
we are not worthy! :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail:
I guess in some ways the rear engine is less complex as there is no PAS to run/ route. Be good to see it soon.
[QUOTE=Biff;732680]Bet the reaction was pretty good. Lol Now for the R&D side. :)[/QUOTE] Yep, a lot of work to do yet. [QUOTE=AshDVS;732720]Wow. Any idea of final weight? Will you get a chance to put it on a set of racing scales for an idea of corner and cross weight?[/QUOTE] No,I'm afraid not, I'll put it on a weigh bridge when its all done, just to see the overall weight. [QUOTE=Nari;732735]Is it 100% driveable now? How does it feel?[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=stribo;732737]Hope you didn't drive it on the public highway with the rear wheels sitting out so far from the bodywork. ;)[/QUOTE] of course not ;) [QUOTE=partsforvolvos.com;732776]we are not worthy! :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail:[/QUOTE] thank you :) [QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;732832]I guess in some ways the rear engine is less complex as there is no PAS to run/ route. Be good to see it soon.[/QUOTE] It's definitely easier to work on :)
Caught up with this at last Colin.... My, my it has come along way! The thought and effort that must have gone into this Build is mind boggling :) I hope Whiplash is Standard now for any passengers! :) Credit to you bud.... You did it ! :B_thumb:
Something like this I think:
Interesting deviation from the norm there Colin but I don't think that tape will hold when it gets wet lol
But it will go all soggy when it rains :)
Too slow for M-R-P again lol
These are the comments I expected...lol
Will you be refitting the rear arches to match the fronts Colin? It might as well be a bit wider! ;)
[QUOTE=Biff;733510]Will you be refitting the rear arches to match the fronts Colin? It might as well be a bit wider! ;)[/QUOTE] front wheels still have to come out another 40mm, and will have the same quattro style front arches
Looks spot on to me..
Front & rear like that...
[QUOTE=Harvey;733517]Looks spot on to me..
Front & rear like that...[/QUOTE]
I was thinking Delta Integrale when I saw the mock up, and I like it. :D The cardboard mock up will probably last longer than the steel Lancia used on their cars. ;)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;733505]Too slow for M-R-P again lol[/QUOTE]don't think he sleeps jim lol
[QUOTE=WOODY T5;733535]don't think he sleeps jim lol[/QUOTE] He doesn't work either. ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;733552]He doesn't work either. ;)[/QUOTE] ...says the self employed rock-dogger...
[QUOTE=M-R-P;733624]...says the self employed [COLOR="#FF0000"]rock-dogger[/COLOR]...[/QUOTE] As you're the expert on dogging, what's a rock dogger?
Looks great Colin!
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I spy the dog kennel.....
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;733649]I spy the dog kennel.....[/QUOTE] Lol...it's off to the dump tomorrow.
Front wing design:
How is the fit of the front wings, do you need the inner wing box sections to make them work, let me know and I' ll drill the spots out and get them off for you mate.
did you get your TT fixed?? mine has a problem now, it shut the engine off whilst cornering at 65!! :(
Nop, tried reflashing it but made no difference. and I don't think Adam is interested in doing anything to them now.
we need to find someone who can sort these out, or they will end up in the bin:(
I'm praying mine holds up
You need to sell whilst its working........!! Sorry JT XXX
I wonder if it's a programming problem or a hardware problem??? Dry joints maybe ?? I know of a company that repair Pcb boards, I'll try and track them down tomorrow
I'm going to pull the lid off mine and compare it with a standard ecu.
What is the law regarding wheels that are wider than the body? I know a few people who have those stupid "euro" look tyres, where the wheels stick out about 2" and the tyres are stretched to fit..............apart from looking f-ing stupid and ruining the ride, i thought they were illegal?
Tyre tread must be covered by the body work, I can't stand stretched tyres.
[QUOTE=claymore;734215]Nop, tried reflashing it but made no difference. and I don't think Adam is interested in doing anything to them now.[/QUOTE] Well that's really ££££ what a ££££ service rob people of their money for a product that obviously doesn't work correctly for long periods of time must be really cheep components used. It was before my time with the adam/Hamish thing but obviously following suit from what ive read
[QUOTE=claymore;734267]Tyre tread must be covered by the body work, I can't stand stretched tyres.[/QUOTE] So the alloy itself can stick out, but not the tyre tread, strange. On one of my mates cars, there is actually a gap between the edge of the rim and the tyre, its looks stupid and its so stretched that there's no give in the tyre. The ride is sh*te.
the wheel itself is only allowed to stick out by a certain amount, but I can't remember what it is.
[QUOTE=LiamT4;734274]So the alloy itself can stick out, but not the tyre tread, strange. On one of my mates cars, there is actually a gap between the edge of the rim and the tyre, its looks stupid and its so stretched that there's no give in the tyre. The ride is sh*te.[/QUOTE] Sure there should be a 30mm radius, eg no sharp edges.
Started making the mounts for the Supercharger:
Identity crisis much?
And the metamorphose continues:
I don't think you're going to need the radio back in with that charger over your left shoulder Love the 70-series look :)
Well, I feel like having a break from all the mechanicals, so it's time to start on the arches,
First, start off with a nice piece of glass:
lay out the cardboard templates to see if I can get them all on:
Followed by a couple of layers of fiberglass:
And if I'm fiber-glassing, that can mean only one thing :)
mark out ready to pull off the mirror in a couple of hours:
Nice to see Mr. Branston pulling his weight.. bloody freeloader ;)
This is what the first one looks like, imagine some wide sills, the front bumper pulled out, and the side repeater and trim back on.
[QUOTE=claymore;735656]This is what the first one looks like, imagine some wide sills, the front bumper pulled out, and the side repeater and trim back on.
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Great update mate, things seem to be moving along nicely
Are you planning on having a firewall between the rear engine and drivers compartment?
[QUOTE=AshDVS;735794]Are you planning on having a firewall between the rear engine and drivers compartment?[/QUOTE] As has been said probably a thousand times. Yes there will be a bulkhead. (opps, that sounded a bit harsh, but I get asked about a bulkhead all the time)
Tonight is rear arch test fit.
Are you putting a bulkhead for the rear engine? ;) arches look great, love the front end
[QUOTE=mike 850;735928]Are you putting a bulkhead for the rear engine? ;) arches look great, love the front end[/QUOTE] You can go off people quite quickly you know :)
wooo thats really taking shape now really stanced ans aggressive :)
[QUOTE=martybelfastt5;736039]wooo thats really taking shape now really stanced ans aggressive :)[/QUOTE]
Stance is getting better :)
You putting a firewall in???? :)
Yeah forgot to ask what you doing about a fire wall and apart form the wonky wing strip its looking cool
[QUOTE=t5 pete;736061]Yeah forgot to ask what you doing about a fire wall and apart form the wonky wing strip its looking cool[/QUOTE] Wing strip is straight and level, it looks wonky because the arch comes out so much.
[QUOTE=claymore;736063]Wing strip is straight and level, it looks wonky because the arch comes out so much.[/QUOTE] STILL no mention of a firewall though?? ;)
[QUOTE=Doingitsideways;736068]STILL no mention of a firewall though?? ;)[/QUOTE] there will be no firewall, I've purchased a 3 layer nomex suit :)
I think the firewall if he ever makes one, should be made in clear acrylic sheeting so he is able to see his rear engine working and would able to see any occurring fires in his rearview mirror........;)
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;736077]I think the firewall if he ever makes one, should be made in clear acrylic sheeting so he is able to see his rear engine working and would able to see any occurring fires in his rearview mirror........;)[/QUOTE] Or when the rear engine brakes loose and trys overtaking the front one :hilarious
[QUOTE=oblark;736080]Or when the rear engine brakes loose and trys overtaking the front one :hilarious[/QUOTE] wouldn't worry our Colin, he loves and bit of sideways action.....lol
[QUOTE=claymore;736046]Stance is getting better :)
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bet you would have got a lot more done if somebody hadn't come around and kept you talking for the best part of the evening...;)
Lol, maybe a little more :)
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;736091]wouldn't worry our Colin, he loves and bit of sideways action.....lol[/QUOTE] Erm... Think you'll find that's my department! ;)
No mechanicals or fiberglass today, Today was a bit of wiring, one of the things that has pecked my head since the engine went in was the temporary starter switch (screwdriver, which I've lost a few times) and having to turn round to start the car, so now I don't have to go through all that anymore. [video=youtube;nTG35s-rrfs]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTG35s-rrfs&feature=youtu.be[/video]
[QUOTE=claymore;736237]No mechanicals or fiberglass today, Today was a bit of wiring, one of the things that has pecked my head since the engine went in was the temporary starter switch (screwdriver, which I've lost a few times) and having to turn round to start the car, so now I don't have to go through all that anymore. [video=youtube;nTG35s-rrfs]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTG35s-rrfs&feature=youtu.be[/video][/QUOTE] Hope you have a little padlock for security �� ,looks great.
[QUOTE=Harvey;736242]Hope you have a little padlock for security �� ,looks great.[/QUOTE] Not yet, but it will have a battery cutoff key like before.
Looking like your on track Colin, great work! Please tell me your going to write to PPC to get another feature done when its all complete?
How inferior do i feel....cant even wire up a boost gauge properly lol :)
Looks great Colin good work
[QUOTE=claymore;736237]No mechanicals or fiberglass today, Today was a bit of wiring, one of the things that has pecked my head since the engine went in was the temporary starter switch (screwdriver, which I've lost a few times) and having to turn round to start the car, so now I don't have to go through all that anymore. [video=youtube;nTG35s-rrfs]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTG35s-rrfs&feature=youtu.be[/video][/QUOTE] you could have cleaned the dust out of the vent before your photoshoot.......:troutslap......lol
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;736287]How inferior do i feel....cant even wire up a boost gauge properly lol :)[/QUOTE] mine lights up at the first click of the ignition switch......just got lucky I guess
I probably won't even clean it when it's finished....lol
Not much done today, but got a skim of filler on the front arch, then used 1 of my £1 rattle cans to see how bad it was (it's bad....lol)
[QUOTE=claymore;736374]Not much done today, but got a skim of filler on the front arch, then used 1 of my £1 rattle cans to see how bad it was (it's bad....lol)
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some from of flat-bed sander will be necessary with the integrale style arches to get the flats pronounced properly, no curves to hide in here, nice job so far mate, sure you don't fancy her in integrale red...?????
At least your trying mate :B_thumb: Gives us all a good idea of what it will look like when it's eventually finished :)
[QUOTE=claymore;735795]As has been said probably a thousand times. Yes there will be a bulkhead. (opps, that sounded a bit harsh, but I get asked about a bulkhead all the time)[/QUOTE] It did come across as pretty harsh and yet you chose to still post it. Odd. Best of luck with the rest of it.
[QUOTE=AshDVS;736569]It did come across as pretty harsh and yet you chose to still post it. Odd. Best of luck with the rest of it.[/QUOTE] If you look at the time of the post, then look at the time of the edit, you will see there was an 8 hour gap.
A bit of work on the rear arch today:
Shaping up nicely :)
starting to look interesting I think the fronts look pretty good not sure on the back yet but time will tell
[QUOTE=claymore;736580]If you look at the time of the post, then look at the time of the edit, you will see there was an 8 hour gap.[/QUOTE] Saw that. Might have been worth deleting then? People often forget their manners on forums. It's an interesting project, I'm cool to ask no more questions. Best of luck with it, you're bound to end up with one of a kind when it's done. The front flares look pretty good! I'm looking forward to seeing more of it and what it comes out like when you're done and you've worked through all the tidying up stuff (which of course is the most time consuming.)
are you making a hinged section for the fuel filler or does the fuel go elsewhere (I forget)
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;736741]are you making a hinged section for the fuel filler or does the fuel go elsewhere (I forget)[/QUOTE] He's having a tanker follow him around with direct feed, I think he is going to need it..
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;736741]are you making a hinged section for the fuel filler or does the fuel go elsewhere (I forget)[/QUOTE] Tanks will be filled from inside the car.
Loving the flaired arch's :)
Bit of a start on the roof scoop:
How are you going to stop the rain getting in?
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;737040]How are you going to stop the rain getting in?[/QUOTE] I don't know yet...lol, but as the intercooler will be ducted out of the back, that should be fine, the air filter needs a little more thought ;)
Wouldn't a baffle in front of the filter work? Just to stop it getting soggy.
I reckon the car will fill up with bumble bees pretty quickly while barrelling down some b roads lol.
have you still got the donor car aboot mr C ??? :)
[QUOTE=craigoodwood;737333]have you still got the donor car aboot mr C ??? :)[/QUOTE] Yes, but there's not much worth having. I'll bring your headlights with me next Saturday
[QUOTE=claymore;737337]Yes, but there's not much worth having. I'll bring your headlights with me next Saturday[/QUOTE] ah fantastico :B_thumb: i was wondering if it still had the exhaust? im debating making a side exit... :hidesbehi
[QUOTE=craigoodwood;737340]ah fantastico :B_thumb: i was wondering if it still had the exhaust? im debating making a side exit... :hidesbehi[/QUOTE] Rotten as a pair mate
i only really need the pipe from cat to silencer, i'm pretty handy with a welder if that piece is reasonable....
Just a little done today, made a start on a center console:
Looks like the new brakes are going to be a bit tight under 18" rims:
It may improve on a hub, but looks similar to my tight fit brakes. But clearance is clearance! Be interested to see on the hub.
[QUOTE=claymore;740028]Looks like the new brakes are going to be a bit tight under 18" rims:
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Loads of room
Maybe more room under a set of original pegs?
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;740056]Maybe more room under a set of original pegs?[/QUOTE] I think I've got a few more mm's on my Rays wheels :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;740056]Maybe more room under a set of original pegs?[/QUOTE] Those pegs are pretty much identical to originals, allegedly made in the same factory in Germany (these and originals both stamped Germany).
What are you doing about the centre bore difference? Making a spigot ring or similar.
[QUOTE=Ettienne;740064]What are you doing about the centre bore difference? Making a spigot ring or similar.[/QUOTE] Centre bores will be machined out.
I don't think so, jags use 71mm Volvo 68mm
Unless ceramics are different to steel jag discs.
[QUOTE=Ettienne;740070]I don't think so, jags use 71mm Volvo 68mm[/QUOTE] Yep they're smaller than the Volvo 68mm
I was going to make a thin ring and tack it in place on the steel discs to centre them to avoid disc wobble, then possibly get them balanced if needed.
Loving the brake set up Colin, looking awesome, as said clearance is clearance ;)
[QUOTE=claymore;740072]Yep they're smaller than the Volvo 68mm[/QUOTE] Unusual the steel xfr 380mm use a 71mm bore, maybe they go on specific hubs for the ceramic discs. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/APEC-FRONT-BRAKE-DISC-FOR-JAGUAR-XFR-S-5-0-V8-4-2013-4236-/111334150083?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item19ec084fc3
[QUOTE=Ettienne;740076]Unusual the steel xfr 380mm use a 71mm bore, maybe they go on specific hubs for the ceramic discs. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/APEC-FRONT-BRAKE-DISC-FOR-JAGUAR-XFR-S-5-0-V8-4-2013-4236-/111334150083?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item19ec084fc3[/QUOTE] I can only go on what I have in front of me, and was told that I would need to machine out the centre bores, perhaps they come like this and then Jaguar (or whatever maker) have them machined out to their requirements.
They must be rears lol, 64.5mm centres. Unbelievably they use 376mm discs (steel).
[QUOTE=Ettienne;740078]They must be rears lol, 64.5mm centres.[/QUOTE] Yes they are, did you not know that :)
[QUOTE=claymore;740077]I can only go on what I have in front of me, and was told that I would need to machine out the centre bores, perhaps they come like this and then Jaguar (or whatever maker) have them machined out to their requirements.[/QUOTE] Could be that, I'll buy some rears for the front of mine, as long as there is no handbrake drum.
[QUOTE=claymore;740080]Yes they are, did you not know that :)[/QUOTE] No, you wouldn't have guessed from the size of them 380! What's the width of them?
[QUOTE=Ettienne;740082]No, you wouldn't have guessed from the size of them 380!
What's the width of them?[/QUOTE]
Next to a 336 disk:
Looks a bit thicker, bearing in mind the 336 discs aren't small. The rear xfr steel is the same thickness as the 320mm fronts (v70) discs 26mm.
Bigger and lighter, win win :)
[QUOTE=claymore;740235]Bigger and lighter, win win :)
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Oi Grandad, what's that in new money?
5kg a corner, not bad
Thought it was time I sorted the intake out:
Shouldn't have much trouble with heat soak on the rear engine :)
Nice work :) The HT coil looks the dogs :)
[QUOTE=oblark;741721]Nice work :) The HT coil looks the dogs :)[/QUOTE] I thought you might notice that :)
For all those people who have been pestering me, here you go :) [video=youtube;-rsMDjiq9PM]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rsMDjiq9PM&feature=youtu.be[/video]
Hooligan :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;743446]Hooligan :)[/QUOTE] the police thought so too lol.
Need to lock that diff to get them both spinning :D
i heard that from here :D
PMSL you hooligan Colin that car will/is be so much fun awesome work Colin
[QUOTE=craigoodwood;743484]i heard that from here :D[/QUOTE] You want to be in the car with the engine :D
One day, when it's all done, and if it's ok with you.....I'd love a passenger ride.
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;743707]One day, when it's all done, and if it's ok with you.....I'd love a passenger ride.[/QUOTE] At the rate I'm going at the moment, well both be in our graves....lol
[QUOTE=claymore;743711]At the rate I'm going at the moment, well both be in our graves....lol[/QUOTE] Thanks, just spat diet coke over the cat lol
[QUOTE=V70 Graham;743713]Thanks, just spat diet coke over the cat lol[/QUOTE] But, asuming we can dodge the coffins, then it would be my pleasure to let you take it for a spin ;)
Dumb question - but do you have a separate starter for the rear engine or is it wired in to start with the front engine?
Both seperate. I think theres a short vid a few pages back of the rear engine starter
Given that the 2 gearboxes work from the same lever - if both engines are not running then assuming that the clutch control is also linked - doesn't that mean that you can't run them independantly - or am I missing something? How do you run it in single engine mode?
The rear linkage disengages, Dave.
[QUOTE=Doingitsideways;743781]The rear linkage disengages, Dave.[/QUOTE]
See, the clip on the clevis pin:
[QUOTE=claymore;743788]See, the clip on the clevis pin:
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Gotta admire your liberal use of MDF there, Colin.
Is there a Joiner in you too, somewhere?! ;)
[QUOTE=Doingitsideways;743824]Gotta admire your liberal use of MDF there, Colin. Is there a Joiner in you too, somewhere?! ;)[/QUOTE] Definitely not :D
Picking up the disks from the machine shop tomorrow afternoon, after my Jaunt up to TC's to pick up my rear bumper.
Look suspiciously like a Honda gear knob!
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;743830]Look suspiciously like a Honda gear knob![/QUOTE] It might be ;)
Everyone wants a hint of Vtec Yo! in there lives, they just don't like to admit it LOL
http://www.carthrottle.com/this-twinengined-volvo-could-be-the-maddest-estate-in-automotive-history/
Quick jaunt up to TC's today to pick up the bumper, but don't for a second think it will be staying like this ;)
And this afternoon I picked up the disks from the engineering shop, so I can now start to fab up the mounts :)
Coming together nicely :)
Looks like I'm going to have to use Pegasus wheels, the brakes won't fit under the Rays:
They look awesome, what a great buy :)
[QUOTE=Nealevo;744535]They look awesome, what a great buy :)[/QUOTE] Not that great a buy, I had to buy a pillar drill, some steel, some new drill bits and a new angle grinder just to make them fit :(
Looking awesome that will be some great stopping power what do the discs and pads retail
[QUOTE=t5 pete;744557]Looking awesome that will be some great stopping power what do the discs and pads retail[/QUOTE] About 7.5k :) that's no joke
[QUOTE=claymore;744519]Looks like I'm going to have to use Pegasus wheels, the brakes won't fit under the Rays:
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Saw these in the flesh today, bloody tight fit but looking good, if 50mm spacers are your thing :)
Ouch, but think of the wheel bearings..lol..
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;744559]About 7.5k :) that's no joke[/QUOTE] Thats dear.. What are they off?
[QUOTE=Saaamon;744563]Thats dear.. What are they off?[/QUOTE] Back of a lorry :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;744564]Back of a lorry :)[/QUOTE] Nice little bunsen burner for you.
[QUOTE=Saaamon;744568]Nice little bunsen burner for you.[/QUOTE] Nothing to do with my wagon mate lol
[QUOTE=Saaamon;744568]Nice little bunsen burner for you.[/QUOTE] There was nothing underhanded or dodgy in the acquisition of the brakes :) Plus, these are Brembo, Jim hauls AP Brakes :)
[QUOTE=claymore;744545]Not that great a buy, I had to buy a pillar drill, some steel, some new drill bits and a new angle grinder just to make them fit :([/QUOTE] Well we could return them :)
[QUOTE=Nealevo;744575]Well we could return them :)[/QUOTE] Fraid not, to much time invested in them now :)
[QUOTE=Saaamon;744563]Thats dear.. What are they off?[/QUOTE] No idea why, but i think they are probably off some sort of jag maybe??????
Looking good there Colin, is it going to make a twin engined debut next sunday in wales....?????
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;744785]Looking good there Colin, is it going to make a twin engined debut next sunday in wales....?????[/QUOTE] Not a chance on this planet of that happening....lol, I think six months should have it road legal.
[QUOTE=claymore;744797]Not a chance on this planet of that happening....lol,[COLOR="#FF0000"] I think six months should have it road legal.[/COLOR][/QUOTE] There's a lot of winter months in there, hope you have a nice warm workshop. ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;744806]There's a lot of winter months in there, hope you have a nice warm workshop. ;)[/QUOTE] Nop, the car will have to be worked on outside :(
Started mocking up the diffuser:
How come you've got 2 engines, but only 1 exhaust?
[QUOTE=stribo;745982]How come you've got 2 engines, but only 1 exhaust?[/QUOTE] I haven't made the exhaust for the front engine yet :)
swapped the 50mm spacer that was on the front near side to the 40mm, and the wheel wont go over the caliper, so I now have 2 choices, I'm going to Greenwich on Monday to pick up some 18" Jag wheels, if they don't fit then it will have to be 19" :(
I've always wondered, will there be a problem with syncronising the engines speed wise? One could be faster than the other which can't be good, can it?
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;745992]I've always wondered, will there be a problem with syncronising the engines speed wise? One could be faster than the other which can't be good, can it?[/QUOTE] Have a bit of a think about it, how can one engine spin faster than the other (apart from a hard launch)?
[QUOTE=claymore;745993]Have a bit of a think about it, how can one engine spin faster than the other (apart from a hard launch)?[/QUOTE] Black ice,snow,grass.:rotfl: Different size tyres ?.:B_steerin
as long as the wheels aren't spinning, then the road will synchronize the two engines.
There are some 19" pegs for sale on vtuning..?
[QUOTE=Nealevo;746006]There are some 19" pegs for sale on vtuning..?[/QUOTE] Yep, i saw them, if these jag wheels don't fit, then I'll probably look for some non Volvo 19's.
I may be able to help with that
I have a set of new 19's blocking my garage you may be interested in, they seem quite light as well.
[QUOTE=claymore;746005]as long as the wheels aren't spinning, then the road will synchronize the two engines.[/QUOTE] Makes sense that way round.
Looking great as usual colin really like the look of the addition to the diffuser
Had a little jaunt to Greenwich today to pick up some more wheels, and the internal diameter is exactly the same as the pegs :(, so the hunt for some 19" wheels begins :(
You not tried an original peg yet?
Don't know anyone local who has one.
might be interested in those 18's if you need to get rid?? :B_steerin
[QUOTE=JT;746241]might be interested in those 18's if you need to get rid?? :B_steerin[/QUOTE] I made a bit of a bobo with them, I assumed (wrongly) that they would be 5x108, but they're 5x120, so they should be easy enough to sell as they're BMW fitment.
I meant the pegs! :lol:
[QUOTE=JT;746250]I meant the pegs! :lol:[/QUOTE] Me and Colin have an understanding on those peg's....1st dibs over here matey :)
[QUOTE=claymore;746235]Don't know anyone local who has one.[/QUOTE] If you can wait till Cosford i don't mind popping to your's either before or after
[QUOTE=JT;746250]I meant the pegs! :lol:[/QUOTE] I have many other Volvo's for the pegs to go on :), plus as Jim says, when i get fed up of them he has them off me, then when he get's fed up I have them back...lol
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;746252]If you can wait till Cosford i don't mind popping to your's either before or after[/QUOTE] At the moment, the car won't move and i need to sort something before Cosford, to be honest, I think I'm not going to bother taking it to Cosford, I'll just go in the green Bitch.
:cussing: lol
[QUOTE=claymore;746226]Had a little jaunt to Greenwich today to pick up some more wheels, and the internal diameter is exactly the same as the pegs :(, so the hunt for some 19" wheels begins :([/QUOTE] bloke in nuneaton selling 19" pegs cheap
[QUOTE=T5frankie;746256]bloke in nuneaton selling 19" pegs cheap[/QUOTE] I should have bought them in hindsight, but they're sold now :(
How about an XC90 wheel? Wouldn't that fit? Would it look god on something like this www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281483140156
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;746366]How about an XC90 wheel? Wouldn't that fit? Would it look god on something like this www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281483140156[/QUOTE] not so sure how it would look on an 850 though, would need something a 35 profile I would guess, was going to say, to fit the arches but that is not such a problem on this particular car
What colour? Black, Yellow, or leave them silver?
Gay blue :)
Lol. I might go for a royal blue :)
Black it is then, should make the yellow calipers pop :). Pictures are crap, bit to dark to take them at them moment.
Loving the alloys Colin, are they a straight fit?.
I had to flappy wheel the center bore out 1.3mm
They should look good on the car mate. Black is better.
if you want royal blue all the machines i make are painted in it ;)
At last I have a Wheel, tyre, brake combination that all works together :)
That looks awesome!
looks awesome
You have got to be happy with that. Well done matey, I want a go when it's finished :)
[QUOTE=Nealevo;747445]You have got to be happy with that. Well done matey, I want a go when it's finished :)[/QUOTE] I'd like to join that cue as well. Top work as always Colin, it's really coming together as well sorted package now
wow lol
Nom.Nom.:):)
Awesome Colin looks great
Nice build Colin
Oof, that looks epic, Colin! What are they off then??
[QUOTE=Doingitsideways;747497]Oof, that looks epic, Colin!
What are they off then??[/QUOTE]
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at the rate you are collecting the parts, it shouldn't be that long till you can build a whole one....lol
Started mocking up the rear brakes :)
These are going to be so much easier than sorting out a lever and cables :) [video=youtube;HA5g-1OYKzk]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HA5g-1OYKzk&feature=youtu.be[/video]
i wanna be like you when i grow up :hail:
[QUOTE=claymore;748044]These are going to be so much easier than sorting out a lever and cables :) [video=youtube;HA5g-1OYKzk]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HA5g-1OYKzk&feature=youtu.be[/video][/QUOTE] You won't be able to do handbrake turns. ;)
[QUOTE=stribo;748053]You won't be able to do handbrake turns. ;)[/QUOTE] I can live with that :)
[QUOTE=stribo;748053]You won't be able to do handbrake turns. ;)[/QUOTE] He's not allowed to anyway, he's on an asbo from doing donuts :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;748075]He's not allowed to anyway, he's on an asbo from doing donuts :)[/QUOTE] Quality Jimbob, Quality
A bit more done to the rear brakes, needs 3 more holes drilling, a plate cutting and welding, and that should be another corner done :)
Awesome
Looks crap. :B_thumb:
I think it's safe to say braking won't be an issue. ;)
Apparently the T10 is in mid wales at the moment?
[QUOTE=claymore;749331]Apparently the T10 is in mid wales at the moment?
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oops! thats not too good a advert for there technology, last night it was still on your drive and didn't look as if it was about to go anywhere for a while....lol
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;749335]oops! thats not too good a advert for there technology, last night it was still on your drive and didn't look as if it was about to go anywhere for a while....lol[/QUOTE] Lol, they're adding more features to the tracker :)
[QUOTE=claymore;749340]Lol, they're adding more features to the tracker :)[/QUOTE] I presume the box is separated from the car for its upgrades
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;749341]I presume the box is separated from the car for its upgrades[/QUOTE] Yes, it should be back in the car on Wednesday.
I love it when things come in the post, all reprogrammed to update every 5 seconds :)
What is that Claymore?
What features has it got? As it says telemetry I'm guessing you can wire in the accelerator & brake positions etc
[QUOTE=p fandango;749606]What features has it got? As it says telemetry I'm guessing you can wire in the accelerator & brake positions etc[/QUOTE] thats easy .... accelerator....flat to floor ........brake used rarely .......lol
[QUOTE=p fandango;749606]What features has it got? As it says telemetry I'm guessing you can wire in the accelerator & brake positions etc[/QUOTE] I can wire all sorts of things onto it, but initially it's just speed g force and of course tracking.
Rear brakes done on one side :)
I haven't been entirely happy with the Steel caliper brackets, so bought a milling vice for the drill and spent ££££ing hours making these :)
That's a lot of hours of milling mate lol fair play look good
They look awesome mate, nice work.
Well worth the work and the effort Colin
That's impressive. Working with aluminium or steel... I couldn't even make them out of plasticine!
Just think you'll have to make 4 more soon :)
[QUOTE=Nealevo;751489]Just think you'll have to make 4 more soon :)[/QUOTE] Just the thought is making my back ache.
[QUOTE=claymore;751492]Just the thought is making my back ache.[/QUOTE] may be I could help you out there, as I have got to learn the miller it work and that could be a good project to start with, just need a drawing or sample to work from
I have to admire the work Colin, they are some fine well made brackets which look as if "factory". Got to admire home engineering solutions!
Started on the next arch, but didn't get much done:
But seeing as no one makes morettes for the P1 70's I thought I'd start making my own as I had the fiberglass out, so threw some resin and glass over a head light:
Popped it off once it had cured.
that should do as the start of the mold.
[QUOTE=claymore;752522]Started on the next arch, but didn't get much done:
But seeing as no one makes morettes for the P1 70's I thought I'd start making my own as I had the fiberglass out, so threw some resin and glass over a head light:
Popped it off once it had cured.
that should do as the start of the mold.[/QUOTE]
I like the idea and especially as they don't appear to be available any longer, but in true Claymore Racing style that won't stop you having what you want, nice work Colin
A bit more work on the lights.
What's the idea of these? Purely cosmetic it will one be removed for an air duct?
[QUOTE=Saaamon;753538]What's the idea of these? Purely cosmetic it will one be removed for an air duct?[/QUOTE] Yep, the inner light on the near side will have a 'false' removable light with a sealed cold air feed.
I'm rubbish with molds, be interesting to see the finished items. You should get so done to knock up an artists impression
[QUOTE=Ettienne;753553]I'm rubbish with molds, be interesting to see the finished items. You should get so done to knock up an artists impression[/QUOTE] I'm not overyl worried about how it looks (just look at the rest of the car) as long as it does it's intended job.
Looking good :) Have you run your idea with the headlights past our expert ?
[QUOTE=oblark;753562]Looking good :) Have you run your idea with the headlights past our expert ?[/QUOTE] Not yet as he hasn't mentioned anything about lights, but I'll be modifying the front engine exhaust soon, so I'll be sure to check with him when the time comes.
Not sure how this will come out, but hopefully it will be as I envisage it.
[QUOTE=claymore;753563]Not yet as he hasn't mentioned anything about lights, but I'll be modifying the front engine exhaust soon, so I'll be sure to check with him when the time comes.[/QUOTE] Are you robbing his idea of a 10" exhaust
Headlights should look good, is that an E30/E34 outer headlight you've opted for? Nice work anyway, next time I see you I'll make sure to bring some seed for your plant pots ;)
[QUOTE=claymore;753567]Not sure how this will come out, but hopefully it will be as I envisage it.
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Not using James Branston to model in your pic's any longer, moved on to Bill and Ben now mate..... :)
Out of the mold and a bit of filler:
Bit of paint to see how much more fetteling it needs:
Awesome Colin!
super work Colin,that will be well received at retro this year, keep it up mate
lol well done!!
Nice work! They look very well done, can't wait to see them in the flesh :)
Back to the bodywork today:
first of all I cut the wing away and folded 'tabs' along the line the arch will be bonded to, then screwed the arch onto the tabs, I also added strips of metal to join the top and side of the arch (all these will be removed once the arch is bonded from the inside.
And then bonded the arch on from the back.
once this has cured, I can remove all the screws and start on the outside.
Keep up the good work Colin.
Trial fit of the lights:
A better view,
[QUOTE=claymore;754766]A better view,
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looking great, but the side light looks like it wants some similar styling
It will be replaced by some nice smoked jewel ones when the time is right.
looks nice as stated above the side light needs to be styled to suit but looks good
it's going to look like you have built a whole new car Colin, not just modded the old T-5K
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;754779]it's going to look like you have built a whole new car Colin, not just modded the old T-5K[/QUOTE] It feels like it.
Looking good Col. :B_thumb:
Looking great. I'm still not used to looking at an 'N' 'V70' though :P Talking of regs there is an 850R around my way with the same letters, I thought he stole your plates until I double checked lol
Plenty left to do :( Rear compartment Brake pipe to rear brakes Flexi brake pipes ‘T’ into clutch Fuel pipe plus pump Alternator belt Mount supercharger Bulk head Electrics to front Switches Gauges Front Compartment Front turbo manifold Front starter motor Front intake manifold Electric power steering pump Exhaust Exterior Front wings Rear arches Roof intake Headlights Rear diffuser Front Splitter Bonnet Paint Re sticker And probably loads more :(
[QUOTE=claymore;756628]Plenty left to do :( Rear compartment Brake pipe to rear brakes Flexi brake pipes ‘T’ into clutch Fuel pipe plus pump Alternator belt Mount supercharger Bulk head Electrics to front Switches Gauges Front Compartment Front turbo manifold Front starter motor Front intake manifold Electric power steering pump Exhaust Exterior Front wings Rear arches Roof intake Headlights Rear diffuser Front Splitter Bonnet Paint Re sticker And probably loads more :([/QUOTE] If there anything I can do to help you tick a few boxes, give me a call mate
I might organize a VPC/ Flipped out Kustoms meet one Saturday when the weather gets better, see if more hands can move things along :)
[QUOTE=claymore;756639]I might organize a VPC/ Flipped out Kustoms meet one Saturday when the weather gets better, see if more hands can move things along :)[/QUOTE] sounds like a good plan, a sheet of wet'n'dry each or something like that, many hands etc
[QUOTE=claymore;756639]I might organize a VPC/ Flipped out Kustoms meet one Saturday when the weather gets better, see if more hands can move things along :)[/QUOTE] I'll pop over as you said once it gets warmer :)
I may be up for swearing at it for the day once I start to get some feeling back in me fingers! ;)
I don't mind offering tea making services if I'm about :)
[QUOTE=Nealevo;756649]I don't mind offering tea making services if I'm about :)[/QUOTE] Just go to KFC as usual will be fine and none of that Pepsi crap either :)
Well you know me if I'm about ill lend a hand too!
With all this offer of help, I can just sit in the house and watch the telly while everyone else gets on with the work :)
Do that with a Manc around and it won't be outside for long! ;)
[QUOTE=claymore;756776]With all this offer of help, I can just sit in the house and watch the telly while everyone else gets on with the work :)[/QUOTE] Do that with a Manc around and it won't be outside your place for long ;)
time to make a start on the last arch,
Start off with a flat piece of fiberglass:
Screw some aluminium strips on to get the shape:
Screw the first piece of fiberglass on temporally:
A bit of tape on the top just to check the shape:
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That's it for today.
A bit more done today between going into the house for a warm up.
Looking good Colin
Loving the 80s boxy look mate.
Will this yellow be to bright :) ?
Just a tad. lol
The car stands out a mile so yeah ide say go for it
[QUOTE=claymore;758582]Will this yellow be to bright :) ?
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is that paint leftover from Roy's car or have you found something brighter ?????
Nothing like being "In your face" is there?..lol.
[QUOTE=claymore;758582]Will this yellow be to bright :) ?
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Loving the boxy arches!
Not sure about the bright yellow though, did Delboy have some left over? lol
Holy ££££ that's bright, I think you've burnt my retinas!
The camera dulls the colour somewhat.
The winner of the most anticipated car of 2015 on the Retro Rides Forum is.......drum roll........Volvo T-10K http://retrorides.proboards.com/thread/175659/retro-rides-awards-2014-bltn?page=1&scrollTo=2042665
[QUOTE=claymore;759283]The winner of the most anticipated car of 2015 on the Retro Rides Forum is.......drum roll........Volvo T-10K http://retrorides.proboards.com/thread/175659/retro-rides-awards-2014-bltn?page=1&scrollTo=2042665[/QUOTE] Congratulations Colin, you'll have to finish it a bit earlier this year now
Well deserved Colin!, cant wait to see it finished.
Rear arch nearly finished :)
Roof scoop Mk2
Scoop Mk3 (and final design), Adjusted the angle of the intercooler which means I can lower the scoop by about 30mm, also fitted the oil cooler, next week I will make a fiberglass scoop, using this one as a mold, I will have a partition on 1 side to direct air straight into the enclosed air filter, this weekend I'll be fitting the duct which will direct the air out of the rear hatch.
Gotta love that oil cooler. Looks like the intercooler's nosy kid trying to see what all the fuss is about! ;)
I saw this in the flesh a couple of days ago....what a project it will be a monster....even ignoring the total hp the increase in traction will make all the difference. I hope I'm in the UK to see the first hillclimb run!
This is some sort of crazy Volvo Frankenstein, can't wait to see it in action... I know I'm not cutout to do things like this myself, I'd get caught up on a detail e.g. where does the water go when it runs in the roof scoop :lol: Glad there are some mad inventors out there to try these things!
I hope this clears up any confusion as to how the roof scoop will work.
Excellent - Will you do away with the rear glass or use a cut down smaller screen size?
The side and rear glas will be replaced with lexan, the rear hatch piece will be open for the top 6 inches.
This gets more and more bonkers every time I look. I love it! :D
[QUOTE=claymore;761033]Scoop Mk3 (and final design), Adjusted the angle of the intercooler which means I can lower the scoop by about 30mm, also fitted the oil cooler, next week I will make a fiberglass scoop, using this one as a mold, I will have a partition on 1 side to direct air straight into the enclosed air filter, this weekend I'll be fitting the duct which will direct the air out of the rear hatch.
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Not wishing to be a naysayer, or putting a downer on your project Col, but are you not worried about the route of the air causing rear end lift at high speed?
[QUOTE=stribo;761188]Not wishing to be a naysayer, or putting a downer on your project Col, but are you not worried about the route of the air causing rear end lift at high speed?[/QUOTE] Read post 814 :), also, there is a bigger rear spoiler to go on yet :)
[QUOTE=claymore;761189]Read post 814 :), also, there is a bigger rear spoiler to go on yet :)[/QUOTE] Yes, saw that, but the fact you're ducting air downwards through the intercooler, to my mind would give lift, of course, I could be wrong, it has been known. ;)
QUOTE=stribo;761192]Yes, saw that,the fact you're ducting air downwards through the intercooler, to my mind would give lift, of course, I could be wrong, it has been known. ;)[/QUOTE] But any lift (if there was any due the intake it's outlet in the vacuum at the rear,absolutely no idea what speed this will take effect ?,i'll have to check with my frosties aerodynamic card :rotfl:) There's still a small matter of engine no 2 which will help keep the rear on the ground.
Absolutly nutts lol, Awesome ;)
[QUOTE=Harvey;761199]QUOTE=stribo;761192]Yes, saw that,the fact you're ducting air downwards through the intercooler, to my mind would give lift, of course, I could be wrong, it has been known. ;)[/QUOTE] But any lift (if there was any due the intake it's outlet in the vacuum at the rear,absolutely no idea what speed this will take effect ?,i'll have to check with my frosties aerodynamic card :rotfl:) [COLOR="#FF0000"]There's still a small matter of engine no 2 which will help keep the rear on the ground.[/COLOR][/QUOTE] Some front engined cars get front end lift. ;)
I'm sure that any odd aero issues can be overcome as and when I encounter them :)
I've been putting this job off for quite some time, but in the end it was easy, I taped up the inside and outside of the window with gaffer tape, then hit it with a lump hammer :)
Cut a piece of lexan to size and put a few temporary screws in it.
took it back off and drilled out my fuel filler hole.
Love it colin, the simple approach is always the best! Tape + hammer = job done!
Now that I know it's not to bad a job, I'll do the tailgate next week.
Air intake all finished, and just started on the duct for it.
Looks like I may have picked up a new sponsor, so look out for some nice new custom alloy fuel tanks making an appearance soon :)
Rear glass out, ready to fit the lexan tomorrow.
[QUOTE=claymore;763319]Rear glass out, ready to fit the lexan tomorrow.
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Will the lexan be bent to mimic the original glass with a nice opening in it, for the ducted air to escape with out blow your nice new plasti-glass out ???
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;763334]Will the lexan be bent to mimic the original glass with a nice opening in it, for the ducted air to escape with out blow your nice new plasti-glass out ???[/QUOTE] If you look closely at the first picture you will see some marker pen marks towards the top of the lights, that's how high the lexan will go, above that will be open, although I might have another piece on the very top of the hatch.
[QUOTE=claymore;763337]If you look closely at the first picture you will see some marker pen marks towards the top of the lights, that's how high the lexan will go, above that will be open, although I might have another piece on the very top of the hatch.[/QUOTE] then thinking on why would you need it as your roof spoiler could hide this anyway, was originally thinking that the curved glass was a nice original feature, but what does it matter if it's not visible, great progress though Colin
Starting to get very interesting!
Today was a day of hole making :)
I just hope she's ready for the Shropshire meet. I want to have a go in her please............but with you driving.
[QUOTE=foammanmark;763795]I just hope she's ready for the Shropshire meet. I want to have a go in her please............but with you driving.[/QUOTE] Not a hope in hell mate ;) I'm really trying for August :)
[QUOTE=claymore;763797]Not a hope in hell mate ;) I'm really trying for August :)[/QUOTE] OK, I will make a Shropshire meet August onwards as well............
FFS get this thing on the road. It looks so wild. I really want to see what its capable off!!
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;763803]FFS get this thing on the road. It looks so wild. I really want to see what its capable off!![/QUOTE] All in good time mate, we don't all have a Tim to help you know :D
[QUOTE=claymore;763804]All in good time mate, we don't all have a Tim to help you know :D[/QUOTE] Alright Dan, whatever. :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:
LOL.....long may the madness continue! Really enjoying how you are problem solving on the hoof. Keep it up! Cheers, Morgan
[QUOTE=Shinsplintz 101;763817]LOL.....long may the madness continue! Really enjoying how you are problem solving on the hoof. Keep it up! Cheers, Morgan[/QUOTE] Lol, there's no instruction book to consult on a project like this, so it's very much if at first you don't succeed, try try again :)
Sunglasses at the ready :)
Fecking hell that is bright :),
A bit better now it has a little bit of trim back.
[QUOTE=claymore;763945]A bit better now it has a little bit of trim back. [/QUOTE] Black trim? Where? I can't see for all the glare LOL
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;763976]Black trim? Where? I can't see for all the glare LOL[/QUOTE] The pictures don't convey just how bright it is :D
Looks great cannot wait to see the full car done in it
is that council yellow colin????
[QUOTE=deathrider311271;763988]is that council yellow colin????[/QUOTE] Police car florescent yellow :)
[QUOTE=t5 pete;763984]Looks great cannot wait to see the full car done in it[/QUOTE] If youre going to have yellow, you may as well go the whole hog instead of the usual piss yellow :P
[QUOTE=claymore;763992]If youre going to have yellow, you may as well go the whole hog instead of the usual piss yellow :P[/QUOTE] It could always be worse and be faded pink
[QUOTE=t5 pete;763998]It could always be worse and be faded pink[/QUOTE] Err who rattled your cage, baby sick yellow boy.
[QUOTE=Nealevo;764011]Err who rattled your cage, baby sick yellow boy.[/QUOTE] Calm down my pink car driving friend it was only in jest i mentioned your pink car I know you don't like your pink car being mentioned. Pink pink pink pink pink pink sorry couldn't resist
Not been happy with the quality of my front arches, so I bit the bullet and bought a couple of Integrale arches from Poland,
But as can be seen in the first picture, they'll need a bit of fettelin.
First job was to make the wheel opening bigger and add some bits at the back:
then lots of fiberglassing:
Shouldn't take much to blend it all in.
[QUOTE=claymore;765919]Not been happy with the quality of my front arches, so I bit the bullet and bought a couple of Integrale arches from Poland,
But as can be seen in the first picture, they'll need a bit of fettelin.
First job was to make the wheel opening bigger and add some bits at the back:
then lots of fiberglassing:
Shouldn't take much to blend it all in.
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Let's hope they don't rust as quick as the rest of an Integrale. ;)
Bit of filler and a quick blow over so that I can finish the filling and sanding over the weekend.
Very nice lines there, Colin. Those arches will look great all done
Yep, I'm happy with the look now, just need to tidy them up and at last get some paint on them.
[QUOTE=claymore;767229]Bit of filler and a quick blow over so that I can finish the filling and sanding over the weekend.
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Awesome work Colin, you're really getting good at these arches, I think this will really set the project off nicely and the fact that you are not just accepting that it is right first time, but standing back and deciding whether or not to re-do parts of the project that in your mind not meet the projects targets, time consuming yes, but essential if the project is going to meet it's expectations ....... keep up the great work your doing, it's going to be like an electro-magnet at retro rides mate
As I've said before if you need any help just give me a shout, as I more than willing to lend a hand so you meet your deedline
^^^agree, good work collin. From when i saw it last at trax seems its goin gym and bulking up :-) looks good. Wish i had time and space to do something similar. Keep it up:B_steerin
Can i park next to you at retro rides please least that way I might get my car in some pictures :)
Lookin good Col , did you get an insurance quote for it yet lol. Cannot wait to see this thing on action.
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;767372]Can i park next to you at retro rides please least that way I might get my car in some pictures :)[/QUOTE] Bit like our first year then...!!!!
And, another Sponsor :), Steve will be sorting out all the wiring once I've finalized all the placement of components.
I take it he's seen the car so he knows what going on :) must say looking forward to seeing this in the flesh at some point..
[QUOTE=Harvey;768161]I take it he's seen the car so he knows what going on :) must say looking forward to seeing this in the flesh at some point..[/QUOTE] I believe his exact words where "Christ, it's like a friggin rats nest in there"
Its a different approach thats for sure but it definatley represents its owners personality well
[QUOTE=claymore;768163]I believe his exact words where "Christ, it's like a friggin rats nest in there"[/QUOTE] Guess he will say a bit more after he's had a day or two at it. I bet you're glad he going to get stuck into it.
[QUOTE=Harvey;768165]Guess he will say a bit more after he's had a day or two at it. I bet you're glad he going to get stuck into it.[/QUOTE] It will be a few months before he gets started on it.
Thanks to Adrian for dropping off a couple of seat runners for me yesterday, I thought it would be nice if I could marry a Volvo Seat runner to a fiberglass Sabelt seat, well actually, it was very easy.
Wasn't going to work like this.
But a couple of extension pieces and jobs a goodun :)
[QUOTE=claymore;771609]Thanks to Adrian for dropping off a couple of seat runners for me yesterday, I thought it would be nice if I could marry a Volvo Seat runner to a fiberglass Sabelt seat, well actually, it was very easy.
Wasn't going to work like this.
But a couple of extension pieces and jobs a goodun :)
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You need to get them in the car, they're no good on a bench in the workshop......lol
good to catch up yesterday even if it was a bit brief, the colour of the tailgate is awesome can't wait to see the finish car, as the photo's do not do that colour any justice at all
Made a start on the fuel tank today.
And said goodby to the donor car, I hope there's nothing i need off it still.
Looks a good sized fuel tank....100 litres?
I worked it out at around 13 gallons
[QUOTE=stephenevans99;772759]Looks a good sized fuel tank....100 litres?[/QUOTE] Stupid question..... Colin's that old he obviously works in imperial :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;772788]Stupid question..... Colin's that old he obviously works in imperial :)[/QUOTE] 60ltrs :P
[QUOTE=claymore;772789]60ltrs :P[/QUOTE] Or 1/2 mile
Lol....tank looks much bigger in the pic. Should be good for 120 mile then lol
Like the new tank but feel you will need atleast 2 just to get to the evo never mind do a few laps
[QUOTE=ExternalError;772822]Like the new tank but feel you will need atleast 2 just to get to the evo never mind do a few laps[/QUOTE] I can always add a couple of saddle tanks at the back if I really need to :)
[QUOTE=claymore;772827]I can always add a couple of saddle tanks at the back if I really need to :)[/QUOTE] MCM mad max style if you havent seen it watch ep 3
Yep, a couple of jerry cans strapped to the back of the car :D
I can turn my steering without the engine running :) [video=youtube;zHSf1Flu_b8]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHSf1Flu_b8&feature=youtu.be[/video]
A bit of welding on the tank today :)
[QUOTE=claymore;773665]A bit of welding on the tank today :)
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coming along nicely sir, along long to first run on 2 engine now Colin ??
I'm hoping to pull the turbo this weekend.
I have a virtually new bosch 044 Fuel pump if you need it, with clamps & connectors
[QUOTE=Wobbly Dave;773723]I have a virtually new bosch 044 Fuel pump if you need it, with clamps & connectors[/QUOTE] How much? is it an external pump?
[QUOTE=claymore;773728]How much? is it an external pump?[/QUOTE] looks like there's a fitting to convert it to external use, link to example fitting on ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/The-Ultimate-1-Piece-Bosch-044-Fuel-Pump-Inlet-Adaptor-/281588360905?_trksid=p2141725.m3641.l6368 edit ... on further looking it appears to be external any way....
Just the brackets and filler pipe to weld on and the sender unit hole to drill.
[QUOTE=claymore;773728]How much? is it an external pump?[/QUOTE] Yes it is. I had it running before I installed the deatschwerks dw300 [ATTACH=CONFIG]28969[/ATTACH] This is it in situ. I did make improvements to the mounting. I have all the bits to make it mount nicely, external fuel filter and all the pipe adaptors, including a modified volvo sender you can mount in the tank?
Cheers mate, but I think I've got the whole setup I need, as you will see over the next few days/weeks :)
Bracket templates made, fuel returns placed, holes cut for fuel filler and sender unit :)
Productive weekend, at last after 18 months I thought it was time to get my cracked exhaust manifold off, a bit of a squeeze as I've never tried to pull the turbo off with the engine in the car, but with i bit of faffing I got the manifold off, and there's nothing wrong with it
This on the other hand is ££££ed :)
Manifold gasket shows no sign of blowing either :)
So ordered a new, uprated gasket and I'll get it all back on next week :)
good to see you've got to the bottom of the problem, what turbo are you running on the front engine ???
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;774000]good to see you've got to the bottom of the problem, what turbo are you running on the front engine ???[/QUOTE] Cheers mate, the front turbo is a GT3076 :)
Fuel tank finished :)
This is how the pump and swirl pot will go, hopefully a nice shiny piece of 3mm alloy sheet will arrive tomorrow so that I can fix it all down, still waiting for a few hose fittings and a new pump to arrive.
Holes drilled, rivnuts fitted and everything bolted on, just some fittings and pipe to come next week,and the tank can finally go in and stay in :)
nice & shiny...top work fella, once again.:)
Good progress Col. :B_thumb:
Started on the pipework:
A few more pipes fitted, lift pump and rear engine pump all wired in.
Great work colin really looking forward to see this going down the quater mile
New center console acquired :)
Center dash all taped up, ready to put some fiberglass on in the next couple of days.
I intend to make a switch panel under here for the rear engine start button, rear windows, and hand brake switch.
Think you should have a big Button saying "DO NOT PRESS!!!!!" for the rear engine start up.
He does like the fibreglass :lol: Will the front engine talk to the back engine with any fancy system or will it be two throttles off one pedal?
[QUOTE=kmb;776637]He does like the fibreglass :lol: Will the front engine talk to the back engine with any fancy system or will it be two throttles off one pedal?[/QUOTE] It's just a simple two throttle cable system, no need for the two to talk to each other.
Some more work on the console,
gauge panel fitted,
Starter switch and radiator fan switches fitted.
That's looking neat colin
Under the bonnet and the back of the car may not be tidy, but I would like the office to be a nice place to play in :)
18 months ago, when I wanted to take the car up to the unit to start work on it, I couldn't get it started because the crank sensor had broken.
So, today i decided to change the starter motor :) Mystery solved :)
Couldn't you bump start the front engine using the rear engine? lol
[QUOTE=stribo;777548]Couldn't you bump start the front engine using the rear engine? lol[/QUOTE] Yes of course but if I only want to use the front engine, it needs to start independently.
Colin I have found a couple of those black plastic sheets that I made my radiator cover out of if they are any use to you?
[QUOTE=Nealevo;777563]Colin I have found a couple of those black plastic sheets that I made my radiator cover out of if they are any use to you?[/QUOTE] Ohh, yes
[QUOTE=claymore;777552]Yes of course but if I only want to use the front engine, it needs to start independently.[/QUOTE] Why would you only want to use the front engine? Surely if you only want to use one engine you'd go for some rear engine sideways fun. ;)
Well, a bit of an apprehensive moment this morning, Trying to start the rear engine after all the wiring and fuel system changes, but there was no need to worry. So the engine is now running on the new fuel tank and pumps. :) [video=youtube;c3euI_7S-kg]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3euI_7S-kg[/video]
Nice one. I must be slightly infantile... I like seeing the fuel go through the little clear/red valve :)
Yep, it was nice to see fuel going into it for the first time :)
it's a work of (modern) art this car [QUOTE=kmb;777619]Nice one. I must be slightly infantile... I like seeing the fuel go through the little clear/red valve :)[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=claymore;777620]Yep, it was nice to see fuel going into it for the first time :)[/QUOTE] I thought it looked like a good idea - easy to check if fuel is getting through
Pulled her out onto the drive so that I can work from both sides,
Rear compartment looks a bit better now that the mini tanks have gone.
So I've cleared all the rubbish out of the passenger side and put the seat in, but whilst doing it I disturbed the fuel pump relay which didn't have it's plastic cover and it shorted out which resulted in many burnt wires, :(
So, out with the fuel tank (takes about 10 minutes) and a bit of re wiring :)
Once that was done I put the tank back in and made sure she still runs :)
Power steering pump mounted and wired up.
Angle grinder back int action.
And made a start on the rear defuser.
[QUOTE=claymore;778141]Power steering pump mounted and wired up.
Angle grinder back int action.
And made a start on the rear defuser.
[/QUOTE]
You realise the rear goes on the back of the car, not the bonnet, or is it there to hold the bonnet down when you forget to fix it down.
Today's update, firstly I finally got around to joining the front and read clutch pipes, bad news is as suspected the master cylinder doesn't have enough volume for both slaves, so some modifying will have to take place there, second, finally got an alternator belt on the rear engine, but it wouldn't charge, so took the alternator off the front engine and put that on, that wouldn't charge either, someone suggested that I should hold the revs at 2500rpm for a while for the alternator to kick in, and bingo a charging alternator :)
chucked the rear bumper on to check for fit, it's not far off :)
Cant wait to actually see this beast on the road! :) Coming along nicely Colin.
A bit of a silly update, but I looked out of the living room window last night to see the interior light on the T-10, this made me smile :)
Coming along Colin! Really cannot wait to see & hear this car. Liking the tank, looks like some good fabrication & neat welding. You guys really aren't helping my lack of Volvo.
Fault code reader wired in :) , no need to plug anything into the obd port on this car :) [video=youtube;Cj_1H7zPL6w]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cj_1H7zPL6w[/video]
What no codes? your having a laugh :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;778419]What no codes? your having a laugh :)[/QUOTE] I'm sure it will have a bucket full once I drive it :D
Get this ££££ing thing on the road will ya!
[QUOTE=S70T5Chris;778424]Get this ££££ing thing on the road will ya![/QUOTE] I'm just an old git with a bad back and a dodgy hip, what some people can do in an hour, takes me all day, if I'd realized how knackered my body was, I probably wouldn't have started on this project :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;778419]What no codes? your having a laugh :)[/QUOTE] Just for you Jim, Rear engine codes were 132, 514, 535, 541 :), all cleared now, let's see how long it takes to get some back :)
Electric windows and electric hand brake switches fitted and wired in.
It was nice to see the car's progress in the flesh on my emergency pitstop at Colin's on saturday whilst on route to shakey, some top work done there and getting better all the time.
I'm sorry about Janes eye strain :)
[QUOTE=claymore;778666]I'm sorry about Janes eye strain :)[/QUOTE] most people will be in for a shock when they see this in the flesh, as camera's cannot convey this colour correctly...;)
I can now put fuel in the car from the outside :)
Always a bonus. ;)
Today I've made a little start on the cage / bulkhead.
Dashboard prototyping :)
I've got a spare dash here if you need to experiment more :)
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;779876]I've got a spare dash here if you need to experiment more :)[/QUOTE] Cheers mate, I should have enough bits to hack about here :)
Rad fan all wired up. [video=youtube;3qUfZfww6zQ]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qUfZfww6zQ&feature=youtu.be[/video]
More buttons that a plane's cockpit! :) When does it get it first tests under the power of both engines?
[QUOTE=kmb;780029]More buttons that a plane's cockpit! :) When does it get it first tests under the power of both engines?[/QUOTE] Soon, hopefully in the next couple of months.
[video=youtube;QZ1ZU60m-pU]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZ1ZU60m-pU&feature=youtu.be[/video]
Properly cool :)
Nice What about two rpm gauges?
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;780303]Nice What about two rpm gauges?[/QUOTE] In time young man, in time :)
[quote=claymore;780315]in time young man, in time :)[/quote] Ooooh, interesting :D :D
Today's problem, how to reduce the pulse to the rev counter? [video=youtube;9oPh9hjpcrU]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oPh9hjpcrU[/video]
Colin, could the problem be the rev counter is for a 4 cylinder engine not a 5 cylinder ?
[QUOTE=oblark;780521]Colin, could the problem be the rev counter is for a 4 cylinder engine not a 5 cylinder ?[/QUOTE] Yea Rob, it's for a 2 or 4 cylinder, but i think I need pulse divider
Fire eater all in, rev counter working, all lights working, happy days :)
[video=youtube;jZo1dkR9RlM]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZo1dkR9RlM&feature=youtu.be[/video]
The end is nigh I see. Really looking forward to the debut at Retro. Serious question here Colin, would you ever be able to MOT something like this and drive it on public roads or is that wildly out of the question?
[QUOTE=The Flying Moose;781005]The end is nigh I see. Really looking forward to the debut at Retro. Serious question here Colin, would you ever be able to MOT something like this and drive it on public roads or is that wildly out of the question?[/QUOTE] The chap who is loaning me the recovery truck is looking forward to moting it and sees no issues as long as all the welding is up to scratch and any weakness that has been taken out is replaced (which it is and then some ) as far as he is concerned, as long as all the lights work, all the brakes work, all suspension components are good and it passes the emissions, then all is good.
Nice to see this continuing to develop! looking forward to seeing it in motion. When they do the emissions would they check both engines (not sure if the exhausts/cats etc are totally separate)?
What happens with the emissions test? Are the engines tested as one or separately?
[QUOTE=kmb;781009]Nice to see this continuing to develop! looking forward to seeing it in motion. When they do the emissions would they check both engines (not sure if the exhausts/cats etc are totally separate)?[/QUOTE] Emissions are just on one engine :)
will the 1 engine be a volvo engine
Yes, it will be a Volvo engine, let's get the T-10K sorted before we start thinking about the T-15 ;), then eventually, if I live long enough T-20 :)
[QUOTE=claymore;781017]Yes, it will be a Volvo engine, let's get the T-10K sorted before we start thinking about the T-15 ;), then eventually, if I live long enough T-20 :)[/QUOTE] Gee Wizz Colin, you'll have to mount them on the roof or tow a trailer with two engines in! :)
Did a little bit of tidying up of the wiring and pipework today ( I know you can't tell) but there are a lot less cable ties in there now :), I hope to get rid of the rad cover and replace it with a nice piece of aluminium before the Gathering next week.
Soooooo close now Colin :D How did you solve the tacho issue?
Looking good cant wait to see this on the triangle
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;782083] How did you solve the tacho issue?[/QUOTE] I just played around with the mode buttons, unfortunately the unit only comes with a wiring colour code, no instructions on what the buttons do, I'm still not sure what all the settings are :D
[QUOTE=claymore;782099]I just played around with the mode buttons, unfortunately the unit only comes with a wiring colour code, no instructions on what the buttons do, I'm still not sure what all the settings are :D[/QUOTE] Colin, the unit looks similar to a Koso RX type, instructions for that below, with info for what the buttons do http://www.kosonorthamerica.com/instructions/BA011B02.pdf Might not be the same but they look very similar with SELECT and ADJUST buttons
Brilliant James, I'll print that out and have a play :)
Looking good colin! Hope all is good for the crew at retro rides. Good luck!
[QUOTE=Biff;782138]Looking good colin! Hope all is good for the crew at retro rides.
Good luck![/QUOTE]
Cheers Biff, I think this is it until after the Gathering, I can't see me doing anything else now. but at least I've got a nice piece of aluminium as a duct now.
Retro Rides Gathering tat auction win fitted :)
Quality for 25 quid,........:)
Nice tips LOL
They look way too big and obnoxious... Perfect ;)
[QUOTE=AcidicDavey;783428]They look way too big and obnoxious... Perfect ;)[/QUOTE] The only thing understated about this car is the driver!
Started to modify my caliper brackets for the new 6 pots, using my precision milling machine :)
Cheap but very effective. More big brakes !. Hope the x & y motors work at the correct speed :B_thumb:
I like it, can't beat a bit of home engineering :D
Just stumbled on this thread today, and the anticipation is already killing me! I pity anyone who's been following it since 2013 :sorry:
[QUOTE=petrolh34d;784297]Just stumbled on this thread today, and the anticipation is already killing me! I pity anyone who's been following it since 2013 :sorry:[/QUOTE] And before that as the T-5K another interesting read before it gained the second engine, a compound charged fire spitting beast....:) http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?32789-850-T5-Kompressor-Project&highlight=volvo+850+T-5+kompressor and that will take you back to 2010....
How far is it off colin for its first outing down the 1/4
[QUOTE=t5 pete;784314]How far is it off colin for its first outing down the 1/4[/QUOTE] Not rushing things, just taking a bit of a break from it for a few weeks.
That's the best way
Perfection takes time
Today was brake bracket making day, I'm happy with progress
First a recap, comparison between 280mm disks and 380mm carbon ceramic disks.
And the brake pads.
The difference between the front and rear calipers.
and the first bracket mocked up, I'll weld and bolt the 10mm steel bracket onto the modified original one.
Awesome work Col...
Now your just showing off bastward :)
I bet I could still cook them. ;)
Brackets all done bar welding them together.
You are a bonafide genius, the engineering challenges you have overcome on this build would have stumped most people Long ago good on you Colin . I can't wait to see this crazy beast run.
[QUOTE=Orca2;786003]You are a bonafide genius, the engineering challenges you have overcome on this build would have stumped most people Long ago good on you Colin . I can't wait to see this crazy beast run.[/QUOTE] He's rubbish really, thats why he's had to fit two engines ;)
Two engines means more power without the associated unreliability of a highly tuned single engine :)
[QUOTE=claymore;786017]Two engines means more power without the associated unreliability of a highly tuned single engine :)[/QUOTE] Until the inevitable associated unreliability of two highly tuned engines! :lol: Top work as usual, Colin.
Lovely work as always Colin. Id be very interested to see the brake force test results once MOT'd! Should be and there's no other word for it "phenomenal!"
[QUOTE=The Flying Moose;786029]Lovely work as always Colin. Id be very interested to see the brake force test results once MOT'd! Should be and there's no other word for it "phenomenal!"[/QUOTE] I think it will either snap a wishbone or strut, or stop the earth.
Thats why he has another engine in the boot, its to stop the car from standing on its nose when he hits those brakes. Its all been thought about.
It's time to start getting the front engine all sorted again, so the Turbo is back on, then it's time to mock up for a new intake manifold, (not sure if I should have the intake in the middle of the plenum ;) )
I have a choice of how to make the plenum (well how thick the aluminium I use) I could go 4mm or 3mm and weld all the sections together, but I've decided to go with 2mm and fold it all, the way I'm thinking is that the only welds will be along the bottom onto 10mm and the sides, there should be minimal chance of any of the welds cracking.
So it's time to bend some alloy ( I forgot to take any picks, sorry)
this is roughly where the Throttle body will go.
and that's the main part all folded.
Mocked up the throttle body this morning.
Today was more work on the intake, hopefully tomorrow I'll get a chance to finish all the port matching and beveling all the ports.
A lot more filing today.
Time to start sticking it all together, anyone thinking of making their own plenum for an 850 should look at the Fiat 20Valve throttle body, Firstly it does away with the bulky Volvo throttle linkage, secondly it does away with the idle control valve and all the plumbing associated with it as it's built on to the Fiat throttle body and thirdly, the plugs for the tps and icv are the same as the Volvo ones :) , ohh, and it's the same size as the 960 TB :)
Just a little more done today.
Fuel rail clamp.
Vac take-off>
Looks tidy - Just got to make one for the rear engine now :P
[QUOTE=kmb;787798]Looks tidy - Just got to make one for the rear engine now :P[/QUOTE] All in good time :), that one is some way off yet :)
liking the swaged braided vacuum lines, a very nice touch and look so much more professional. I'm assuming the fuel rail brackets where milled on the pillar drill and look great, do they give forward pressure to the injector seals to stop any possibility of air leaks.. ??
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;787812]liking the swaged braided vacuum lines, a very nice touch and look so much more professional. I'm assuming the fuel rail brackets where milled on the pillar drill and look great, do they give forward pressure to the injector seals to stop any possibility of air leaks.. ??[/QUOTE] I hope so, but time will tell, I can easily adjust them if I need to :)
I hope this will be the final test fit :)
It feels nice to be finally putting things back on :)
[QUOTE=claymore;788091]It feels nice to be finally putting things back on :)[/QUOTE] I know that feeling :) Coming along bud, what you got left to do now?
Still a lot to do, but the next milestone will be both engines running.
Have you warned the neighbours Colin, they may think the world is coming to an end, especially those of a religious bent. Ps video will be needed that day, and sound. In stereo lol.
[QUOTE=Orca2;788114]Have you warned the neighbours Colin, they may think the world is coming to an end, especially those of a religious bent. Ps video will be needed that day, and sound. In stereo lol.[/QUOTE] Can't thank twice, sorry.
Coming along nicely as per Colin. Will the air intake be drastically changed? Looks pretty close to the IC, will that drastically impact on IAT's?
[QUOTE=The Flying Moose;788121]Coming along nicely as per Colin.
Will the air intake be drastically changed? Looks pretty close to the IC, will that drastically impact on IAT's?[/QUOTE]
The air filter will stay there, but it should be cool enough, the tmic has it's own air supply and the filter will have ducted air direct from the front bonnet scoop.
looks quite menacing in that shot, just picture it arriving in your rear view mirror........;)
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;788187]looks quite menacing in that shot, just picture it arriving in your rear view mirror........;)[/QUOTE] I think you'd notice the sonic boom first!
I would imagine most peoples view of it will be from the rear as it disappears into the horizon, I can see traffic cops all over the place turning to each other and saying "Wtf was that" followed by " should we try to catch it? " followed by " nah!" If they have any sense.
[QUOTE=Orca2;788191]I would imagine most peoples view of it will be from the rear as it disappears into the horizon, I can see traffic cops all over the place turning to each other and saying "Wtf was that" followed by " should we try to catch it? " followed by " nah!" If they have any sense.[/QUOTE] "Nah, there's only one fluorescent yellow and black crazy ass Volvo in this neck of the woods....."
[video=youtube;_JH0det31Eo]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JH0det31Eo[/video]
That's a lot of noise :lol: When's the first drive video?
[QUOTE=kmb;788371]That's a lot of noise :lol: When's the first drive video?[/QUOTE] I like to just drip the videos out slowly :D
Looking forward to seeing it, liking the engineering problem-solution parts too! Should be a very interesting 'first drive' :)
It's Aliiiiive!!! Good progress Colin. Can't wait to see it go. What an awesome din it makes. :)
Awesome! Be good to get some external HQ audio :D
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;788525]Awesome! Be good to get some external HQ audio :D[/QUOTE] Not until I get some sort of exhaust on the front engine.
I'm pretty sure I heard it in Glasgow when you lit up the afterburner.
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;788525]Awesome! Be good to get some external HQ audio :D[/QUOTE] best I could manage [video=youtube;86eNu3Ts8O4]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86eNu3Ts8O4&feature=youtu.be[/video]
I can imagine how popular this twin engined non-fully exhausted beast is with neighbours :lol: Getting there.
[QUOTE=kmb;788719]I can imagine how popular this twin engined non-fully exhausted beast is with neighbours :lol: Getting there.[/QUOTE] I honestly dont think Colin gives two 5h1ts!!
[QUOTE=kmb;788719]I can imagine how popular this twin engined non-fully exhausted beast is with neighbours :lol: Getting there.[/QUOTE] Thankfully I have great neighbours and are all interested in the project :)
[QUOTE=claymore;788712]best I could manage[/QUOTE] Niiiiiiiice :D :D :D
[QUOTE=claymore;788723]Thankfully I have great neighbours and are all interested in the project :)[/QUOTE] Lucky for you! I get nothing but daggers from one of mine in particular, although I think most of them on the green look at my house with disdain. It is a council estate, although some are bought, mine included. Just thought it would keep up the patina to have at least one car permanently on axle stands and too many cars to fit on the drive! :D
A slightly longer video Today [video=youtube;rUGkL7ZBqHg]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUGkL7ZBqHg&feature=youtu.be[/video]
That's one extreme leaf blower
Awesome :D
[QUOTE=ExternalError;789280]That's one extreme leaf blower[/QUOTE] So good it blew Colin's hat away!
unreal:mad111:
I love it.
Stunning stunning stunning ..hats of to you sir
A bit more done today, the front engine is now all full of coolant again.
Just had a message from PPC magazine, seems they want to do a follow up feature on the car, so watch this space :)
[QUOTE=claymore;789793]A bit more done today, the front engine is now all full of coolant again.
[/QUOTE]
Just noticed there is a bleed nipple on the top of the (front, lol) radiator. Is it upside down?
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;789838]Just noticed there is a bleed nipple on the top of the (front, lol) radiator. Is it upside down?[/QUOTE] yep, it's been upside down since I fitted the supercharger 4 years ago :)
[QUOTE=claymore;789840]yep, it's been upside down since I fitted the supercharger 4 years ago :)[/QUOTE] LOL I guessed as much. It's been a while since I last read through the whole build thread.
This picture might not look like much, but believe me, this is the last piece of the jigsaw.
You've connected the steering up. lol
Have a video of an engine screaming for mercy. [video=youtube;cO_iVaOW7d8]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cO_iVaOW7d8[/video]
Just a single picture :)
Eeewwwwww.... Colin, you didn't have to leave your sample on the dash for everyone to see.
Think that's how much wee came out when he tried to drive it :)
[QUOTE=M-R-P;791451]Eeewwwwww.... Colin, you didn't have to leave your sample on the dash for everyone to see.[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=Jamest5r;791455]Think that's how much wee came out when he tried to drive it :)[/QUOTE] Ha ha, it would have been funny if I hadn't already heard it half a dozen times already :P
2 years into 3 and a half Minuts. [video=youtube;akF1M2lCenA]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akF1M2lCenA[/video]
Feking awesome!! :D
That is an animal Colin I love it
Love the video Colin - It's a great feat of engineering... Although there is something slightly change about the gearstick wiggling part :lol:
Well, I've been trying to get my clutch working on both engines for two weeks now, with no success, the front is fine, and the rear was fine until I put the pipe back on to the front one, I have a Volvo Master cylinder mounted under the dash, all bled through numerous times, but just won't work, so I'm now suspecting a faulty master cylinder.
[video]https://www.youtube.com/upload[/video]
So, due to mojo loss on the clutch front, I've decided to start making a front splitter.
I had major issues bleeding my clutch last time if you remember Colin, you on internal or external slaves ??
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;792247]I had major issues bleeding my clutch last time if you remember Colin, you on internal or external slaves ??[/QUOTE] Old school external slave.
I had a thought pop into my head in the early hours of this morning, my Master cylinder isn't quite at the same orientation as original, i.e, the reservoir filler is at about 1 o'clock instead of at the top, do people think that this would introduce an air pocket into the master cylinder?
dont know about that but i remember when i did my gearbox change the clutch was a barsteward to bleed, it took about 45 mins. hope its a simple fix.
I'm sure you've thought of this, but sometimes obvious comments from non-tech people might help... Is the clutch pedal travel moving enough volume for pushing both master-slave cylinders?
[QUOTE=kmb;792303]I'm sure you've thought of this, but sometimes obvious comments from non-tech people might help... Is the clutch pedal travel moving enough volume for pushing both master-slave cylinders?[/QUOTE] Yes, both master cylinders are identical and have exactly the same amount of travel :)
How are you bleeding the system? Good old footwork?
When mine went in for the new slave cylinder and hydraulic pipe I think they used pressurised bleeding as it was such a pain.
I'm using a vacuum bleeder and just letting the fluid flow through, but after a bit of investigation this morning, I think I've nearly got it, basically a case of tapping the clutch pedal for about 5 minutes causes the air bubbles to rise back into the reservoir, that has improved things greatly, but still not enough to disengage the clutch, I've now left it with a broom handle holding the pedal down (which seems to be the other suggestion) so we'll see what that does :)
Have to agree. It's an awfully long way to bleed for the rear engine. You say you've had it right once though?
If you are using the same master cylinder to operate two slave cylinders you would logically only get half the extension on the slave cylinders compared with having only one slave. Is there any way of fitting a tandem master cylinder .
It was working fine when I was using the standard master cylinder piped to the rear engine instead of the front, it's been working like that for 18 months.
[QUOTE=Orca2;792322]If you are using the same master cylinder to operate two slave cylinders you would logically only get half the extension on the slave cylinders compared with having only one slave. Is there any way of fitting a tandem master cylinder .[/QUOTE] It is two master cylinders I'm using.
Pressure bleed from the slave back to master. Or stand car upright on rear end ! Only joking ��.
Might be stupid but got to ask are you keeping the fluid right at the top all of the time? as soon as it drops only a few mills it won't bleed God knows why but had 4 of us stumped for a good while doing Neal's clutch and it was the same when I changed my slave.
[QUOTE=Jamest5r;792330]Might be stupid but got to ask are you keeping the fluid right at the top all of the time? as soon as it drops only a few mills it won't bleed God knows why but had 4 of us stumped for a good while doing Neal's clutch and it was the same when I changed my slave.[/QUOTE] yea, but I only have a small reservoir, so perhaps it could do with a bit more weight of fluid to help it bleed, I'll see how it works after being left over night with the pedal depressed.
i used one of these on both my Volvo's: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Car-Bike-Brake-Clutch-Bleeding-Kit-Automatic-Bleeder-Gunson-Eezibleed-Easy-Bleed-/231479576338?hash=item35e5420712:g:IXEAAOSw91NTs-0I done in 5 mins max, just remember to have a cloth handy when disconnecting
[QUOTE=deathrider311271;792336]i used one of these on both my Volvo's: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Car-Bike-Brake-Clutch-Bleeding-Kit-Automatic-Bleeder-Gunson-Eezibleed-Easy-Bleed-/231479576338?hash=item35e5420712:g:IXEAAOSw91NTs-0I done in 5 mins max, just remember to have a cloth handy when disconnecting[/QUOTE] I like that, I've just bought one as it will always be useful.
[QUOTE=claymore;792339]I like that, I've just bought one as it will always be useful.[/QUOTE] had mine about 25 years now Colin, tbh lost count of the times i have used it lol
Yes the pressure bleed kits are very handy I remember one t5 clutch I did I ended up using a vacuum pump in the end to.pull ot through they car be a rite ££££ some times
[QUOTE=t5 pete;792346]Yes the pressure bleed kits are very handy I remember one t5 clutch I did I ended up using a vacuum pump in the end to.pull ot through they car be a rite ££££ some times[/QUOTE] Yea, not having a lot of luck with the vac pump, so I'll try a pressure bleed.
I've got an air compressor one now just incase
I can recommend the pressure bleed kit too. In fact the screw cap broke/snapped on mine so I got in touch with Gunsons (or the company that owns them) to buy a replacement and they sent me one for free!
Front splitter design all sorted, just another part that will need filling, sanding and painting when I start work on the body.
Where will it all end lol not bad for home made tho
Dropped the splitter down by 50mm.
Did you sort out the clutch issue Colin?
[QUOTE=kmb;793080]Did you sort out the clutch issue Colin?[/QUOTE] If it's dry tomorrow, I'm going to take the MS back off and bench bleed it.
Fingers crossed for you, looking forward to seeing it propelled down the road from both ends!
Starting on the cage.
Nice colour :)
Just hope you never use it .Good job. .:) ( the roll cage that is )
Supercharger bypass pipe welded onto the front mount intercooler and cooper s bypass valve fitted, but open to atmosphere, so just a big dump valve (but with more control)
Dump valve. [video=youtube;0HxU_L3igqU]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HxU_L3igqU&feature=youtu.be[/video]
No progress to report, but I do now own two M4.4 ECU's both with GT30 base maps on them, so should be a nice starting point :)
[QUOTE=claymore;793910]No progress to report, but I do now own two M4.4 ECU's both with GT30 base maps on them, so should be a nice starting point :)[/QUOTE] Why didn't you say, we could have cloned the the one M4.4 easily and put it onto the binary with the immobiliser disabled.
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;793914]Why didn't you say, we could have cloned the the one M4.4 easily and put it onto the binary with the immobiliser disabled.[/QUOTE] Don't understand anything you said there :)
[QUOTE=claymore;793915]Don't understand anything you said there :)[/QUOTE] really....lol.... I did...;)
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;793918]really....lol.... I did...;)[/QUOTE] Ahh, but one ecu is already set for one of my turbo's and the other has an ostrich already :)
New upgrade for the car :)
[QUOTE=claymore;794507]New upgrade for the car :)
[/QUOTE]
That is actually awesome :D
i like it
nice to see a standard volvo part that is right for your car without modification....;)
Bit off topic but can you call an electric motor an engine? So have Volvo duped people into thinking the car has two 'engines' just so they could make a badge for Colin to use on his beast......
What's happening with the clutch master cylinder probs Colin? Or have I missed that part :)
[QUOTE=kmb;794567]What's happening with the clutch master cylinder probs Colin? Or have I missed that part :)[/QUOTE] You haven't missed anything, Christmas got in the way, but I'll be back to it next week, so there may be quite a few updates :)
Look forward to hearing/seeing more :D
Spot the difference.
Much more aggressive looking, like it!
The Christmas wreath is off front door is off front door, and the car got new headlights :)
o/s indicator is now held on with electrical tape and the wheels have moved....
[QUOTE=claymore;794744]Spot the difference.[/QUOTE] It has stopped raining?
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;794768]It has stopped raining?[/QUOTE] unlikely......lol
Christmas decorations in the window have been taken down.
More broken cable ties appeared on the pavement?
[QUOTE=kmb;794863]More broken cable ties appeared on the pavement?[/QUOTE] Ha, they do look like broken cable ties, but actually they are drill swarf off a piece of white plastic i was drilling.
Ah makes sense - My mind is probably biased as I had a buddy whose Rev 2 MR2 Turbo was mostly held together with the damn things!
And, some more new badges for the back of the car.
I'm going to try and get some more work done on the car this weekend, but at the moment I'm having a lot of back and hip problems :(
Love the badges, Colin :) Where did you get them made up? Hope your weary joints give you a break soon so you can crack on with this. Christ, your new hip will get a test run the first time you press the clutch pedal!
[QUOTE=Doingitsideways;795768]Love the badges, Colin :) Where did you get them made up? Hope your weary joints give you a break soon so you can crack on with this. Christ, your new hip will get a test run the first time you press the clutch pedal![/QUOTE] http://cutby.caschy.com/ I think it'll be a while yet before I get a new hip, I'm also having to watch my blood pressure at the moment :)
Hehe yeah thats the perfect motor to watch your blood pressure in ... Does your doctor know about it .
[QUOTE=Orca2;795774]Hehe yeah thats the perfect motor to watch your blood pressure in ... Does your doctor know about it .[/QUOTE] Of course he does. When complete, the T-10 will be available on prescription as a cure for constipation.
Think you've got the twin clutch master sorted, but I've just found these and thought of your project straight away, don't know if you've seen them but here's a possible solution....http://www.rallydesign.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=4102
or the remote reservoir version http://www.rallydesign.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=10444
both are around £95 but the second is good value as it includes the reservoirs and reservoir mounting brackets ( and wilwood does stand out nicely on the casting..:) )
Any use Colin ???
I don't think it will move enough fluid, the Volvo one is huge. I will keep them in mind though
New wheels
[QUOTE=claymore;795852]New wheels
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Look fantastic and really will really show off the six pots
[QUOTE=claymore;795851]I don't think it will move enough fluid, the Volvo one is huge. I will keep them in mind though[/QUOTE] I have not got a clue when it comes the cylinder volumes, suck it and see is how I work normally on these things, but at £95 I would do some homework first
Front bumper was looking very tatty in the picture of the new wheels, so I thought I should do something about it.
really coming together now Colin, despite the grotty weather of late
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;795975]really coming together now Colin, despite the grotty weather of late[/QUOTE] Actually not so good, went to pull the stickers back off to get them more level, and pulled all the paint off...lol, but at least I can see how it will look, so I'll rub it all back, use some plastic primer this time and take more time over it :)
Still pottering on, the front wings are going off tomorrow for final prep and paint :) I also rattle caned some black paint on the bonnet as it was pecking my head as it was.
[video=youtube;vP3H77jeftA]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vP3H77jeftA&feature=youtu.be[/video]
Love it Mate , don't you think a parachute would be more suitable.
I think an anchor from a super tanker launched out he back will be about all that will stop that beast when is wound up full chat! Nice little mod that - how are you actuating it, is it relayed from the brake pedal?
This is just a mockup, it will be actuated by a couple of air cylinders, which will be triggered by the brake switch and a speed sensor, so it will only trigger at speeds over 100mph (although there will be an over ride switch for the speed sensor) ;)
my vw corrado used to do that :lol:
collected my 99p ebay win today, it needs a bit of straightening and some end plates making, but should keep the rear planted on the twisty bits :)
you don't want to be stood too close as that comes passed, will there be mot issues with the sharp end plates ??
BA called, one of their 757s is missing something and they want it back :D
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;798305]you don't want to be stood too close as that comes passed, will there be mot issues with the sharp end plates ??[/QUOTE] I'm guessing (as he only has one side with an end plate) there will be some more aerodynamic honing to occur :lol:
I haven't decided on the shape of the end plates yet :) but the wing doesn't stick out past the arches, so technically it should be ok.
Not got as far as I wanted today, but hey ho, it's a start.
[video=youtube;TX0BSvJCO-0]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TX0BSvJCO-0&feature=youtu.be[/video]
is the split design to aid steering ??? will it now still be strong enough at speed now you have cut it ??
Yea it's to aid downforce during cornering, It will have some more support on the outer edges of the wings ;)
awesome colin, keep on modding
Waiting for more air cylinders to arrive and some aluminium so that I can make the proper brackets to replace the temporary ones, but here's a test of the air brake with pneumatics. [video=youtube;itUVZUbpAZA]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itUVZUbpAZA&feature=youtu.be[/video]
Whilst I'm still waiting for my aluminium to turn up, I thought I'd have a quick play with the front splitter. [video=youtube;WmdQoVjBEC8]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmdQoVjBEC8&feature=youtu.be[/video]
I'm now open to suggestions for a way to cover the space between the bumper and the splitter, my initial thoughts are either lycra or latex, I have a sample of both on the way, anybody think of something else?
A fibre glass upstand on the lower splitter that fits inside the bumper. As the splitter lowers mor of the fibreglass upstand us exposed so widening the air dam. Don't think a fabric is going to be able to handle the force pushing on it at high speed. Even if the fabric gasket doesn't fail, the mounting points probably will. Just my opinion, but I think it'll need to be rigid.
That's pretty cool :)
[QUOTE=Shinsplintz 101;798620]A fibre glass upstand on the lower splitter that fits inside the bumper. As the splitter lowers mor of the fibreglass upstand us exposed so widening the air dam. Don't think a fabric is going to be able to handle the force pushing on it at high speed. Even if the fabric gasket doesn't fail, the mounting points probably will. Just my opinion, but I think it'll need to be rigid.[/QUOTE] I know exactly what you have in mind, but I'm not sure how I could make it, but every new idea is something else I can think about. my plan with the lycra and latex samples was to make some frames for them and fix them to the t-5r and see how they perform.
More rear aero testing [video=youtube;bjkXyb20Shg]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjkXyb20Shg&feature=youtu.be[/video]
Cool, fit in an arduino or something like that with a G meter or link to brake pedal and you can have controllable trim/airbrake :)
Colin - Regarding the material to cover the splitter gap, maybe that rubber webbing that is sold as anti slip mat in £ shop would be an ideal bridging material, it's cheap waterproof, pretty tough and is a web to let air through plus folds (or rolls) up ok, would also look pretty cool. This stuff: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Large-Roll-Anti-Slip-Matting/dp/B00ILT8NWE Only a quid to try it out so not a disaster if it doesn't work.
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;799470]Cool, fit in an arduino or something like that with a G meter or link to brake pedal and you can have controllable trim/airbrake :)[/QUOTE] Funny you should mention that, I'm hoping to be enlisting your help on this a bit later on :)
This is the link I meant to add: http://www.poundshop.com/multi-use-non-slip-mat-black
[QUOTE=kmb;799473]Colin - Regarding the material to cover the splitter gap, maybe that rubber webbing that is sold as anti slip mat in £ shop would be an ideal bridging material, it's cheap waterproof, pretty tough and is a web to let air through plus folds (or rolls) up ok, would also look pretty cool. This stuff: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Large-Roll-Anti-Slip-Matting/dp/B00ILT8NWE Only a quid to try it out so not a disaster if it doesn't work.[/QUOTE] I've actually got a role of that stuff, but I'm going to be using latex as it stretches quite nicely :)
Wing brackets looking better :)
Colin just wondering where the compressed air is coming from for the pneumatic actuators.
[QUOTE=Harvey;799791]Colin just wondering where the compressed air is coming from for the pneumatic actuators.[/QUOTE] compressor of a range rover air ride into a 3ltr tank
So, taking advantage of the air system on the car, I now have a pneumatic clutch on the rear engine, I still have to sort out activating it, but at least I now know it will work ( so up yours all you doubters :). )
That's a great idea, certainly worked around your problem :)
Nice workaround. Is the actuator smooth or does it activate quite quickly?
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;799891]Nice workaround. Is the actuator smooth or does it activate quite quickly?[/QUOTE] Don't know how it will work yet, all I've done is run an air line to it, next I need to fit a 3 port valve and a throttle on the exhaust side, I probably won't get around to doing it for a while, I'm just glad to know that it will work :)
It might be worth finding out how they work on commercial vehicles as my old Volvo FL7 had an air actuated clutch which was pedal operated and was progressive in it's operation. So shouldn't be too difficult to rig up.
Just for giggles :) [video=youtube;gWKwG0wxJMI]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWKwG0wxJMI&feature=youtu.be[/video]
LOL Colin, that front wheel is a bit wobbly....
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;800035]LOL Colin, that front wheel is a bit wobbly....[/QUOTE] I know, in the video description I do mention that I forgot to do the wheel nuts up :)
It's amazing how a bit of paint and some trim improves things.
Final iteration of the hydo/pneumatic clutch (I hope)
[video=youtube;h-YTVeiIOYA]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-YTVeiIOYA&feature=youtu.be[/video]
You are an actual genius, Colin!
How fine a control do you have or is it just pressed or depressed not that it'll matter you'll just have to put a bit of revs in before releasing
[QUOTE=ExternalError;800943]How fine a control do you have or is it just pressed or depressed not that it'll matter you'll just have to put a bit of revs in before releasing[/QUOTE] Just had a quick test with both engines, and it's a bit difficult to control at the moment as I have the air pipe going to the compressor in the workshop, and just controlling it off a switch, but it works, I'll go and get some petrol for it in a bit and try and take a video of it.
Fitted my tank and tidied up the pipework,
And seeing as the Tank was in, it would be rude not to try the car with both engines, I don't have a video, but I turned the car around which means forward and revers gears and didn't notice any difference in driving it, so I would say that's a success then :D
And here she is up on ramps, all ready to tackle the front engine exhaust system, and finish the rear arch on this side.
Most of the exhaust tacked up, hopefully tomorrow I'll work out how I'm going to hang it, then just need wait for the silencer to arrive.
So this is where it pops up from under the fuel tank.
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then over and to the side of the gearbox.
Silencer? I'm very disappointed in you, Colin. :lol:
[QUOTE=Doingitsideways;801130]Silencer? I'm very disappointed in you, Colin. :lol:[/QUOTE] unlike his neighbours! lol
[QUOTE=Doingitsideways;801130]Silencer? I'm very disappointed in you, Colin. :lol:[/QUOTE] I use the term 'silencer' in it's loosest form :D 10" long 4" diameter 3" bore :)
[QUOTE=claymore;801132]I use the term 'silencer' in it's loosest form :D 10" long 4" diameter 3" bore :)[/QUOTE] I actually just burst out laughing! That's the most ridiculous thing I've heard for a while. Good lad. Keep up the good work. As you were :D
Whats the handy spanner logo?
[QUOTE=Baj;801183]... Whats the handy spanner logo?[/QUOTE] mighty car mods?
[QUOTE=Baj;801183] Whats the handy spanner logo?[/QUOTE] Built not Bought :)
just caught up looking unreal
[QUOTE=claymore;801188]Built not Bought :)[/QUOTE] Did you buy it? :)
[QUOTE=Baj;801216]Did you buy it? :)[/QUOTE] i did buy a Volvo T5, but I don't think there's much left of that car, front bulkhead and some of the roof :)
The sticker, silly
[QUOTE=Baj;801220]The sticker, silly[/QUOTE] Lol, yes I bought the sticker from Mighty Car Mods :)
MCM are awesome
exhaust wrapped and fitted.
[QUOTE=claymore;801221]Lol, yes I bought the sticker from Mighty Car Mods :)[/QUOTE] With your beast you'll need a chopped sticker too!
Not unless the guy he's racing is slower than 14.7 claymore is cursed to never beat that time no mater what he does
finished the exhaust off at last and started on more wheel clearance.
Honestly. The anticipation of this build is killing me :/
[QUOTE=petrolh34d;801521]Honestly. The anticipation of this build is killing me :/[/QUOTE] It all takes time, especially when you're getting on in years and your old bones won't let you work for as long as you would like :)
Rear wing relocated lower down and further back, it would appear it wasn't ideally placed before.
See that's why Perspex is much better than glass , you can just drill a hole and get a fixing wherever you want. Looking good Colin I can't wait to see this thing being used in anger . It's scary enough when stationary.
Bloody hell, with a wing that size you'll be able to carry more passengers than an airbus 380 :rolling_e
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;801579]Bloody hell, with a wing that size you'll be able to carry more passengers than an airbus 380 :rolling_e[/QUOTE]
Funny you should say that, as today's job was chopping 150mm off each end.
I made some temporary fiberglass brackets just so that I could get the angles correct before I transfer to alloy. and made a 'CAD' template.
Both wings now cut down, I hope to tig up the end brackets tomorrow (if work doesn't get in the way)
this is going to be so much fun when it hits the road and should corner like it's on rails, the only thing I don't like the idea of, is trying to keep up with you when we're out on a run......lol
[QUOTE=MoleT-5R;801643]this is going to be so much fun when it hits the road and should corner like it's on rails, the only thing I don't like the idea of, is trying to keep up with you when we're out on a run......lol[/QUOTE] He'll run out of petrol before us. That's what I'm hoping for anyway!
I suspect this car won't be seeing the road in the near future, but will see some track action before too long.
Will it be possible to make it road legal,? Don't they have to be type approved or something when they have been so radically updated.
[QUOTE=Orca2;801649]Will it be possible to make it road legal,? Don't they have to be type approved or something when they have been so radically updated.[/QUOTE] The cost of the BIVA test, proper E marked windows, tax and insurance make it uneconomical to put it back on the road, I can buy a braked A frame for less money, although, I wouldn't rule the BIVA test completely ;)
One end bracket made and fitted, but I'm running low on my stock of aluminium :)
Center Actuator support all done :) thanks once again to the front bumper reinforcement for donating more aluminium :)
[QUOTE=claymore;801710]Center Actuator support all done :) thanks once again to the front bumper reinforcement for donating more aluminium :)
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So rather than weight loss, you have weight redistribution for a functional purpose. ..nice
A test of my control system for the active wing on the T-10. (you can only see it working on full screen) [video=youtube;ZgInvZKUQVY]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgInvZKUQVY&feature=youtu.be[/video]
All I've managed this weekend. [video=youtube;k7XWyWUkBxQ]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7XWyWUkBxQ[/video]
Today was a day of tidying up the wiring.
Rats nest:
That's better:
Then I bolted the roll cage down finally in readiness to make the mounting plates and final welding:
A bit of CAD design work.
The wiring continues.
Onto the cage mounts,
bent up some 3mm plate.
then welded it all up, and ready to weld down.
And the same for the rear leg.
Just need some dry weather so that I can bring the welder out and stick them to the car, then repeat for the other side.
[video=youtube;4jQVg8AKH9U]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jQVg8AKH9U[/video]
Sounds like an absolute beast! Good work.
ooohhh the return of the whining supercharger......nice
And, at last, it's time to start on the bulkhead.
[QUOTE=claymore;803115]And, at last, it's time to start on the bulkhead.
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loving the ease of access to the ecu...will have to pop over soon for a catch up on the monsters progress
Lexan cut and put in place.
Will you be adding sound deadening material to it?
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;803222]Will you be adding sound deadening material to it?[/QUOTE] Carpeted on the inside and sound deadening/heat barrier on the engine side.
Nice, not too harsh on the ears then
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;803227]Nice, not too harsh on the ears then[/QUOTE]
better now, that the sound deadening is on :)
Looking good :)
Now that the engine side of the bulkhead is done, it's time to start on the office side.
Looking good Colin, top work as always! Be interesting to measure the cockpit sound vs normal car see the difference, did you measure it pre bulkhead install?
[QUOTE=The Flying Moose;803541]Looking good Colin, top work as always! Be interesting to measure the cockpit sound vs normal car see the difference, did you measure it pre bulkhead install?[/QUOTE] Good point, I'll take some readings tomorrow, and compare them with the T-5R.
[QUOTE=The Flying Moose;803541]Looking good Colin, top work as always! Be interesting to measure the cockpit sound vs normal car see the difference, did you measure it pre bulkhead install?[/QUOTE] I was going to say the same thing. Want to see rolls royce like sound levels :D
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;803543]I was going to say the same thing. Want to see rolls royce like sound levels :D[/QUOTE] Yep, should be able to achieve RR Griffon sound levels :) [video=youtube;KjXi2wBVzrY]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KjXi2wBVzrY&feature=youtu.be[/video]
[QUOTE=claymore;803545]Yep, should be able to achieve RR Griffon sound levels :) [video=youtube;KjXi2wBVzrY]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KjXi2wBVzrY&feature=youtu.be[/video][/QUOTE] Brilliant sounds like a spitfire on startup!
T-5R = 64db T-10K = 79db
Not too much more then.
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;803559]Not too much more then.[/QUOTE] I don't think it's much louder than it was before, it wasn't exactly a quiet car :)
Lol. I suppose the real test will be at full load :D
Thats not that bigger diffrence at all!! Cars looking awesome
Dash all done, Left to right, Front engine oil pressure, Front engine Water temp, Front engine RPM, Fuel gauge and Rear engine Oil pressure. [video=youtube_share;siTY39wjon4]https://youtu.be/siTY39wjon4[/video]
What did you use for the extra displays?
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;804234]What did you use for the extra displays?[/QUOTE]
these cheap Chinese things for the oil, water and revs.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/191922074734?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
and this as a fuel gauge.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/252434448116?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
all stripped out of their casings.
Ignore the sikaflex, that was the first attempt, but they didn't line up properly, the second attempt was a proper slot for them all to fit in properly.
Brilliantly mad project! Nicely done, love it. :)
Some pictures from yesterday.
[video=youtube;LEGIPPMMy2Q]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LEGIPPMMy2Q[/video]
How did those rozzers ever catch up with you Colin . Sneaky beggars must have crept up while you were having a snooze.
Thanks for the pics and video - What were the cop cars doing there? Are they both still in service? They look like early V70's, so must be too long in the tooth... Despite one of them with the Police sticker still on it?
[QUOTE=kmb;804629]Thanks for the pics and video - What were the cop cars doing there? Are they both still in service? They look like early V70's, so must be too long in the tooth... Despite one of them with the Police sticker still on it?[/QUOTE] The ex police cars belong to a couple of Volvo Tuning members. every car was stopped on the way in so that you could give your charity donation :)
Very nice idea - I'm assuming they either don't get road use or the police sticker on them is removable... to avoid any risk of impersonating an officer :)
[QUOTE=kmb;804663]Very nice idea - I'm assuming they either don't get road use or the police sticker on them is removable... to avoid any risk of impersonating an officer :)[/QUOTE] I assume so.
Not much if any real progress over the past two months due to back and hip problems, but I really want to get back to it, so the only thing I've done is make a start on the boost pipe fitting issue onto the rear supercharger.
[QUOTE=claymore;806692]Not much if any real progress over the past two months due to back and hip problems, but I really want to get back to it, so the only thing I've done is make a start on the boost pipe fitting issue onto the rear supercharger.
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That should stop it popping off, nice solution Colin
New hip installed, so mojo coming back, expect some updates soon. [video=youtube;WOAAPxVExh0]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOAAPxVExh0[/video]
Ohh look, an update, sorry it's just a tiny one. first thing I've done is re route the belt for the supercharger as it was a bit loose after running the engine for a while, so moved the idler pulley to a new location.
Next little job was to mount the supercharger bypass/ dump valve, the only place I could really find for it was on the roof mount intercooler, so out with the hole saw :)
Spotted a video of this on instagram recently....
[QUOTE=craigoodwood;810437]Spotted a video of this on instagram recently....
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Indeed, 4.5 million views, 18k likes, 10k shares, and 6k comments :)
[QUOTE=claymore;810442]Indeed, 4.5 million views, 18k likes, 10k shares, and 6k comments :)[/QUOTE] worldwide fame.....the man with the bowler hat is internationally known, nice work Colin..:worship:
[video=youtube;LgVGPT0bVuY]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgVGPT0bVuY[/video]
[video=youtube;Qkhx79KGWLg]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qkhx79KGWLg[/video]
It's good to see you walking around easily , and getting these jobs done .:B_thumb:
Today's video. [video=youtube;EW6fy4x_yu0]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EW6fy4x_yu0[/video]
It's been a long time since I've been up to working on the car, so I thought I'd ease myself back into it by hacking the front off :D [ATTACH=CONFIG]31983[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]31982[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]31981[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]31984[/ATTACH]
Lol - nice to see you breaking yourself back in gently! what stops the whole lot ripping off at speed? Quick release catches? Morgan
people who know me, know I like to live dangerously when it comes to latching bonnets :D
I like it. Now you need to motorise it Bad Obsession style :D
[QUOTE=claymore;815607]people who know me, know I like to live dangerously when it comes to latching bonnets :D[/QUOTE] We do indeed, I think a latch engaged light might be required on your dashboard, you wouldn't want that lot flying up, nice work as always Colin :)
Overdue Update [ATTACH=CONFIG]32848[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]32849[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]32850[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]32851[/ATTACH]
2.5 years..... Looks crazy as always!!
Nice to see it's still evolving, can we see the engine in the back? Even better a video of it on the go.
Unfortunately, due to health issues, the T-10 is moving on to pastures new
Sad times Colin but needs must I suppose. So what is your next project then?
[QUOTE=Dangerous Dave;821010]Sad times Colin but needs must I suppose. So what is your next project then?[/QUOTE] No new projects :(
[QUOTE=claymore;821011]No new projects :([/QUOTE] Lol... you'll wind up tinkering with something for sure.......
Who's taking on the mighty T10? Hope they keep you and us updated!
