Think it's done!

Well.. Haven't updated for a while, as i've been busy getting it finished for the deadline.  My test is booked in for Friday morning (10th June).

Got that last of the snagging jobs completed today, so hopefully is about done.  Taking it up to Saturn Sports Cars on thursday to give it the once over, then we're heading down to Beverley IVA testing station in the early hours of Friday morning.

Not looking forward to the test, but can't wait to get it on the road. :D

Almost done!

The new exhaust arrived today, as did the chassis number from the DVLA. All that needs doing now is to map the engine, repair the rear wheel arch, stick a few nut covers etc on then give it a good clean.

IVA form will soon be filled in and in the post!

Getting closer

Haven't updated for a while - been busy. 

My guages finally arrived today, so got them fitted this afternoon. The transmition tunnel is finished and the tub lid.

The front wheel arches are painted and on, and I've got the brakes working.  Unfourtunatley the silencer i had, which was a second hand bargin off ebay got a hole in. So i'm currently after a stainless silencer.

Once i get the exhaust sorted and engine mapped, there's just a few finishing off bits left for the IVA.

Success at last

Recieved the ecu back last week, and although the spark was fixed, it wouldn't rev past 2000rpm. After a few days of trying things and researching, turns out the wires were crossed for the crank sensor.  Swapped them round today and finally got it running enough to start tuning it.   Also drove it for the first time, which was exciting!

Next up, getting the brakes to work properly.

A few hickups

Been having a few problems recently, but luckily they all now seem to be sorted.  First of all was the Megasquirt - I started tuning it (or trying). It started misfiring badly, then eventually stopped sparking. I tried changing the coil, plugs and leads, but no good.  After trying all sorts, it turns out there was a bit missing out the ecu itself, so it was burning out the coil driver.  :(

It went back to get the new chip installed and whatever it was thats missing, so should be in the post back as I type.

Next up a big blister and a few smaller ones appeared in the bonnet, which was a bit of a pain as i'd already trimmed it and put the stripes etc on. On the positive side Andy at Saturn sorted me out with a nice new one in the new shape! :)

Looks much nicer, and i've ordered some new stripes which are slightly wider than the originals, so should look ace.

Finally I've finished welding and painting the roll bar, so that's back on now too.

So here's how it looks with the new bonnet with no stripes and the finished roll bar...

Another milestone in the build.

 

Another milestone in the build. Finnally wheeled it out the container.  I've been trying to get it running right with the megasquirt, but been having lots of problems with misfires and rich running.

The roll bar is about finished now, just needs painting to look nice and shiney, the prop shaft is here and fitted, the rear bodywork can be fixed on properly once the roll bar is painted, then the dash wiring needs completing.  Brakes aren't working properly yet either. The list goes on...

It'll be finished one day. hahaha.

Another small update..

I've now made a start on the roll bar, needs the rear stays cutting to size and welding up and the harness mounts welding in.  Also, picked up my bonnet from Andy at Saturn, and carbon wrapped the dash.  1 step closer to IVA!

Another month gone.

Once again, another month has passed without touching the build.  I sold my everyday car for a van, which has been nothing but trouble.  Currently needs a new fuel pump which is £££.

Anyways, popped over to the lockup to have a tidy up and got a pic while i was there. It's off the axle stands since my last update and both side panels are finished, but that's about it.

It runs.

Finally got it ticking over with the megasquirt, just need to be able to touch the throttle without it stalling next. :P

Slow progress is still progress...

Once again, it's been another month with nothing to update on the build, due to work, christmas and having man flu. :(

Anyways, managed to get a little more done to get one step closer to driving it. The side panels from Saturn are now fitted and the suspension all bolted up tight.  The exhaust's finished, just needs a cover over the cat to keep Mr IVA man happy.  The wiring issue with the rear fog light is now sorted, was all down to a faulty relay!

I've got the main part of the roll bar now. Big thanks to Ash on the Haynes Roadster forum for sorting out a group buy. It looks spot on.  I'll upload some pics once it's welded and painted.

So things are finally looking up again.  Have a look at the pics to see how it's doing. :)

Still going.

Once again, it's been a while since i've posted anything on here. Been really busy at work, which is good, but haven't had much time for the build.

Work got cancelled today due to the snow, so i started work on my wheels - another job i've been putting off for a while :P  They're all rubbed down, one primered, one painted just waiting for laquer. Should look good when they're all finished.

Also, recently got some side panels from Andy at Saturn Sports Cars, so that's one of the next jobs to do and i've got a roll bar on its way soon too.

The list does seem to be getting smaller slowley.

Back on track.

A lot's happened since my last post. The reason it's been a while is because I lost my job for 3 weeks until a new site started up.  So the build was on hold until i started back.

Luckily, i've started back work - so the build progress can carry on.

So it was time to give the key a turn for the first time!! (still no fuel tank at this point, so the pipes are balanced into a jerry can)

It's running rough as it needs mapping still, and it sounds as if it's only running on 2 cylinders for some reason.

Anyhow, at least it started!

Today i got the fuel tank in and piped up and finished off a few bits and bobs that have needed doing for a while.

The future's bright.

Got the tub and one arch fitted today along with the rear lights.  Also bolted the mirrors onto the scuttle.

The Saturn boys have paid a visit.

Andy and HAndy popped down on Saturday to drop off my rear tub & arches and to have a look at my build.  I got the tub cut to shape and in place yesterday, but my plans of a full day on the roadster failed, as the exhaust on my everyday car decided to snap clean in half at one of the joints on the manifold!

Anyways, managed to catch up today, got the base map and all the sensors calibrated on the ecu, and started to fabricate the exhaust. :D

Waiting on a starter motor arriving in the post and need to sort a fuel tank soon!

Here's some piccies to keep you all happy...

Small update...

Got most of the wiring in place, so made a start on the dash. Not much more to say really, as pics of wires aren't very interesting. 

One step closer.

Popped over to saturn this morning to collect my scuttle. Andy also sorted me out with a piece of aluminium to make the bulkhead panel. Managed to get that cut to shape this afternoon and made a start on the wiring.

I've got the wires running from the scuttle to the back of the car and from the scuttle to the front of the car all in place and clipped. Also fastened the relay and fuse holders to the bulkhead panel.

2 Month anniversary.

Well, i got my donor parts delivered 2 months tomorow, and this is how it stands now...

Got the engine fitted today, the brakes are about finished, just waiting to get a couple of fittings. The seat's bolted in, rear transmision is all finished, suspension is all sorted.

Going to make a start on the wiring next.

Pipework's about finished.

Got the brake and fuel pipes plumbed in today. Put that many rivets in, i managed to snap my rivet gun on the last one, my arm feels like it's going to drop off!

Hopefully will be able to get the engine back in tomorow (need to finish shortening the sump first).

Whey! Got some wheels on at last!

The guys at saturn sorted me out with some diff mounting brackets, so i was finally able to get the diff, driveshafts, rear brakes and wheels on.

Quite happy at the pace it's coming together. I also ordered my scuttle from Saturn, which is getting made as we speak. :D

Engine's sort of in place

Had a full afternoon on the build today, but didn't seem to get much done for some reason :(

Anyways, the engine is in position, with the gearbox mount bolted in and i made up an engine mount on the exhaust side.

I was hoping to have it all mounted and finished today, but things happened a little slower than i'd hoped. Ah well, at least its a bank holiday tomorow :D