Nice looking build - I notice you've painted/coated your inlet manifold black - is that a thermal barrier of some sort?
Thanks!
Sort of, but the main reason is to protect it against possible corrosion. So it is more cosmetical than functional.
Posted 01 December 2017 - 01:20 PM
Nice looking build - I notice you've painted/coated your inlet manifold black - is that a thermal barrier of some sort?
Thanks!
Sort of, but the main reason is to protect it against possible corrosion. So it is more cosmetical than functional.
Posted 04 December 2017 - 04:27 PM
Vizard suggests chroming the inlet to reflect heat
Posted 06 December 2017 - 01:49 PM
Okay, that's also a good idea. And it looks great too .
Posted 20 December 2017 - 10:27 AM
Another update.
Last week we fitted the headlining and rear roll cage, which was a tough job! But I am content with the results. The roll cage is painted in the same colour as the outside roof.
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We also installed the fuel tank (which is painted in the same colour as the roof as well), including fuel pump, filter & last part of the hoses:
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Finally all parts of the engine are fitted. So the Weber, radiator, exhaust en all remaining small pieces are in place:
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And finally the engine is running. I like the sound! Will try to upload a video of it!
Then we had a problem with the KAD quickshift. The nylon thing was moving up when changing gears, so it isn't working. This is what happened:
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Because I bought it already in 2009, but installed it for the first time right now, I wasn't happy and need to purchase a new one. I contacted KAD about it, and they will send me a new, modified one as a replacement free of charge. So I am very happy, thanks a lot KAD!
Posted 17 April 2018 - 03:06 PM
Slowly we're getting there step by step!
The boot lid is fitted:
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Finally my mirrors has arrived, so those are fitted as well. Most of time I've spend on fitting the door lockings and windows, which was a struggle! :-( Buth all is in the right place and works now!
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Next step is to fit the front and rear windows and create a custom made wiring loom, which will be the most complicated remaining task to complete .
Posted 17 April 2018 - 03:44 PM
Looking good. Love those mirrors. Where did you get them from?
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Looking good. Love those mirrors. Where did you get them from?
looking very nice - did the roof of your workspace leak? Also what exhaust have you fitted - I'm trying to decide which type to buy for my new engine at the moment
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