Thread of Projects

[jamesy12345]

Well you've heard of a project thread, but this is a Thread of Projects.....I'm trying to get myself organised here - cars & bike with the love story smiley next to them are to be saved & one with the bog smiley are to be binned.

R5 T2 :lovestory
29369
Name: Bougie
Status: Good nick, bottoms of doors getting a bit rusty, but has an MOT!
Plan: Sort out the MFI with fuel distributor rebuild & new warm up regulator (long term plan to go EFI, loom currently being made by EFI-parts, T03/T04 hybrid turbo waiting patiently to go on..lag to be measured in days). Attempt paint repair myself & get a proper wash done...the car not me. I've heard it's called 'detailing'.

NC35 (RVF 400 RT) :lovestory
http://i1322.photobucket.com/albums/u565/jamesy12345/sale%208_zpshtxdhnht.jpg
Name: Hasn't got one.
Status: Pretty good condition, some small cracks to fairing. Gayer-than-Erasur paint job.
Plan: Plastic welding..? Save up for some Chinese knock off farings in original Honda paint scheme or Konica Minolta replica.

480 Turbo :lovestory
29371
Name: Pollution
Status: 600 quid car 4 years ago but not so bad, no major rust. Some bits missing....where did I put that engine....
Plan: Engine from 440. Lie awake at night worrying if fettled ECU will work with 440 loom. Fancy carbon front splitter to go on to stop the existing wafer thin one flapping around like a chubby streaker at a sporting event.

S70 R :lovestory
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=29334&d=1437243298
Name: The Pork Chop Express
Status: Good condition, indestructable daily - happy to rev into the red all day long....when warm and when my incredibly long driveway allows, obviously. Vibration under braking brakes may be just pads giving up.
Plan: MOT required in Nov, change pads/maybe discs. Nitrous kit to go on - take to Bruntingthorpe, open up & hold fast while the pretendy LSD disintegrates.

V40 T4 :bog:
29373
Name: Hasn't got one
Status: Reasonable nick, phase 1 so 1855 cc, was planned to be donor for 480 but didn't get around to it. Needs some work on suspension.
Plan: Have a look at suspension & make a decision - break or sell on. Would love to stick the engine in the 480 but just sooo much effort for 100-odd cc's extra. And 8 more valves. And a cross flow head. And a manual box....

440 Turbo :bog:
29372
Name: Manuel
Status: Crusty but surprisingly MOT'd (only a couple of months remaining)
Plan: Break to allow the 480 to live again!

Clio :bog:
29370
Name: Will.I.Am
Status: 5GT engine inside. Dash has been bodged so speedo doesn't work unless the tripmeter button is pressed.
Plan: Sell. Will.I.Was

[kmb]

Plenty of motors there, too many for one man :lol:

I shall follow with interest as you divest/break/renovate your collection!

[jamesy12345]

Plenty of motors there, too many for one man :lol:

I shall follow with interest as you divest/break/renovate your collection!

yes mate it's too many so I am trying to make a Plan to extract myself from this mess (as usual). There's only ever 1/max 2 roadworthy at any one time though, not all are taxed & ticketed.

[kmb]

Sounds like a nightmare balancing all the tax, MOT, Insurance, SORN requirements - Hope you get the 'realignment' all sorted!

[Doingitsideways]

Lol, think I may add to this thread when I've got a spare fortnight to type it all out!! ;)

[MaxTS]

Wow. Fair play to you sir.

I have 3 Volvo's which is enough for me ��

[jamesy12345]

Sounds like a nightmare balancing all the tax, MOT, Insurance, SORN requirements - Hope you get the 'realignment' all sorted!

It certainly is fella, although like I said it is rare to have more than 1 on the road, so it's not as complicated/expensive as it looks once the SORN is done. Cheers!


Lol, think I may add to this thread when I've got a spare fortnight to type it all out!! ;)

Yes mate my bird also has lost track of what cars I have ;)


Wow. Fair play to you sir.

I have 3 Volvo's which is enough for me ��

Which 3 do you have Max? I thought you were a one Volvo guy (S70R) and that Micra

[Doingitsideways]

Is this a private party, or can anyone come?

[jamesy12345]

Is this a private party, or can anyone come?

Jump in fella, fill your boots

[AcidicDavey]

Nice idea for a thread Jamesy, think I'll join in too...

98 V70 AWD
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/412/19147777400_3faa13cf0e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/vb2n87)01-07-15 009 (https://flic.kr/p/vb2n87) by AcidicDavey (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83938051@N08/), on Flickr
Name: No name sadly.
Status: Reliable daily and long term companion/slow project.
Plans: Convert to M66 FWD with LSD. Then start extracting more power finally; turbo, exhaust, injectors, map etc.

01 Alfa 166 3.0 V6 Sportronic
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7547/16057618641_74aca395f6_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qsXuzP)14-03-14 002 (https://flic.kr/p/qsXuzP) by AcidicDavey (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83938051@N08/), on Flickr
Name: The Four Door Ferrari / The Big Red Italian Cupboard!
Status: Dead. Several small little issues all at once a few days into ownership caused me to push it to the side to bring the trusty V70 out to play instead, it has sat ever since. Too rare and special to sell, too rare and special to fix.
Plans: Hold onto it as is until the time is right to get it back up and running. When that is I have no idea, motivation/ kick up the arse needed! Long term plan/dream would be 3.7 conversion plus 6 speed manual etc but that really is a dream!

96 850 R
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/459/19997679002_da1f7d0526_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/wt8kg1)Pink Pus! (https://flic.kr/p/wt8kg1) by AcidicDavey (https://www.flickr.com/photos/83938051@N08/), on Flickr
Name: Pink Pus
Status: Just bought from a deceased estate last week. MOT expired Nov 2013.
Plans: Sort it out, fix it up then drive it until I inevitably get board of it and sell it (...and then later regret no doubt!).

[Saaamon]

http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg37/saaamon/A8C61776-5872-411E-A6F9-A2FD6BDE116D_zpst44qs0da.jpg (http://s244.photobucket.com/user/saaamon/media/A8C61776-5872-411E-A6F9-A2FD6BDE116D_zpst44qs0da.jpg.html)

Name: I don't personifie cars.
Status: Currently having both front shocks rebuilt with new valves. Wheels are being refurbished. PCV is being renewed again this weekend and lots of service items replaced.
Plans: Considering having the bodywork repaired as a long term plan and in the short term just to carry on servicing and driving it.

[Doingitsideways]

Ok, deep breath...


Ford Capri 2.8i Special :lovestory

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0437_zpsff9d7fc9.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0437_zpsff9d7fc9.jpg.html)

Name: Marvin.
Status: Rotton as a pair, resprayed Brooklands green by Stevie Wonder, in the dark.
Long term project that ran out of time and money 10 years ago
Plans: Ideally, a full rebuild. Again. Realistically, it's probably going to have to move on, as I'm never going to get around to it. It'll kill me to do it, long story short it's all I have to show from when I actually was successful and had money in my pocket. Supercharged Cosworth V6 would be nice though.


Volvo 960 CD :bog:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0260.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0260.jpg.html)

Name: Tucker.
Status: Converted from 2.5 24v to 2.4 straight 6 turbo diesel. At the roadside.
Fuel and boost turned up, smoky sideways machine when it ran properly.
Just sold actually, as I needed a relliable workhorse.
Plans: None, apart from continue to answer the buyer's endless questions.


850TDi :lovestory

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0436_zps9oyhpq9q.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0436_zps9oyhpq9q.jpg.html)

Name: Güstav
Status: VAG engined derv workhorse. Nigh on 300k miles, forum mileage leader.
R front bumper and full leather. Epically scuffed Thors.
Plans: Don't know really. Prob a tuning box. Continue to smoke out the commuters of Manchester. Might recon the Thors in a different colour.


Volvo S70 T5 CD Auto :lovestory

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0597_zpsffz4d3ys.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0597_zpsffz4d3ys.jpg.html)

Name: The Black Shark
Status: local chav embarrasser. Formerly Jamesy's, who can be thanked for all the work it's had. Something for me to smoke about in while not in the workbus.
Plans: keep enjoying it and embarrassing chavs, R front bumper extension on order, may hit it gently with the lowering stick.


S80 T6 SE: :lovestory

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0695_zpscfb08912.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0695_zpscfb08912.jpg.html)

Name: Kitt
Status: Bog standard, currently sat on Nebs, my Dad's daily.
Plans: begging for a remap, but terrified of the 'box shatting itself. Keep buying wheels to replace the ones my Dad smashes off kurbs (he smashed TWO of the ones pictured)


460 CD Turbo Auto: :lovestory

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/IMG-20150509-WA0001_zpsjauzqzhq.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/IMG-20150509-WA0001_zpsjauzqzhq.jpg.html)

Name: Ray-le-Otter.
Status: Another one of Jamesy's former hacks.
Modded fuel/boost ECU, currently Mrs Sideways' daily. Currently one of the last two on UK roads according to Howmanyleft (It was the last one a couple of months ago?!)
Plans: coming off the road shortly for a rebuild/decent freshen up.
More boost/Garrett T3, bigger injectors, FMIC, lower and stiffen, poss manual conversion, Ronal Turbo wheels, 480 Chin spoiler.


480 Celebration: :bog:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0405_zps43ca0d74.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0405_zps43ca0d74.jpg.html)

Name: Nipper.
Status: About to be broken.
Dropped on it's arse, go-kart like handling and hilarious. Driven like it was stolen for 3 years and NEVER broke down, despite 480s' reputation for relliability.
Unfortunately, previously repaired rear arches have let go in a big way and rotton boot floor mean it's way too far gone. Really gutted about this one
Plans: None. Break it and rob it of all useable 400 series parts to keep the others on the road


460 2.0 CD: *Undecided*

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/IMAG0420_zpsasc53zbx.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/IMAG0420_zpsasc53zbx.jpg.html)

Name: None yet.
Status: Latest addition to the fleet, because I'm ill and just can't help myself. Soon to be the Mrs' daily when I take the other 460 off the road.
full leather, working A/C, 54k miles, £320. The rusty rear arches came for free.
Plans: Repair panels to be welded in the rear arches/painted. Lower it slightly, different wheels, boot spoiler, possible auto conversion. Generally tidy it up.


There we go.

Aaaaand breath!!

[Saaamon]

Some really kool cars there, makes a change from the normal on here.. Have started taking quite a liking to 900s lately.. Why did you swap the engine?

[jamesy12345]

...



...


...war & peace...

Nice one chaps, thanks for joining in!

@Davey, I do take the piss out of Alfas but that is a beauty. Handy for garden storage also :)

@Saamon, your car must take the record on the forum for most countries visited. What in particular on the body are you wanting to sort? I didn't notice anything in the photos.

@Mr Sideways, dear me you love it sir. I will have a front spoiler spare soon if you want it. It's mainly blue and thinner than a Monty Python wafer thin mint. I think it's the first time I've seen that Capri. Marvin..."I ache, therefore I am" Marvin?

[kmb]

Mrs Sideways must definitely be a keeper, that's almost an entire car park full of cars!

Interesting thread here, can't believe how many cars some of you have.

[jamesy12345]

Mrs Sideways must definitely be a keeper, that's almost an entire car park full of cars!

Interesting thread here, can't believe how many cars some of you have.

ask him how many she knows about :)

[Doingitsideways]

ask him how many she knows about :)

"A number" would prob be the best description. :lol:

Cheers lads. I'm my own worst enemy really. Any wonder I never have any money?!

@Saaamon: At the time I had the 960 and a diesel 940.
The 940 was destined for the bin due to rot, broken windscreen, etc, and the 960 was my daily.
Epic thirst of the 24v lugging all my gear around, and boredom prompted the swap.
There's a thread on VOC about it.

@Kmb: She's a diamond, Louise. She puts up with all sorts from me!

@Jamesy: Nah, I bought the Capri for Louise, so she named it. "Marvin The Martian." Apparently.
I'm gonna have the splitter from the 480, thanks though. This ones a fibreglass copy, so slightly stronger than the standard item!

[Biff]

I have a standard saab & golf diesel.:(

I'll go sit in the corner & cry at all you lucky people with cracking projects.
Hoping to return in something turbo charged & 5 cylinder at some point. Might even buy the fakeR back if I can prize it out of the new owners mitts.
Bad times.

[Doingitsideways]

I have a standard saab & golf diesel.:(

I'll go sit in the corner & cry at all you lucky people with cracking projects.
Hoping to return in something turbo charged & 5 cylinder at some point. Might even buy the fakeR back if I can prize it out of the new owners mitts.
Bad times.

.
:(

[Saaamon]

@Saamon, your car must take the record on the forum for most countries visited. What in particular on the body are you wanting to sort? I didn't notice anything in the photos.



13 countries so far, Denmark and Sweden will bring that to 15 in October and then next summer the plan is to visit Turkey.

It looks ok in pictures and from a few feet but get up close and its easy to see lacquer peel and chips. It probably won't be sorted until we stop doing "lengthly" trips though.

[jamesy12345]

Well it's about time for a monthly update on this...

R5 T2
29516
Update: nothing doing, still basking in the glow of a MOT with only one advisory. Needs an engine/gearbox oil change for track evening on the 21st. Valve clearances haven't been done for ages/decades..

NC35
29517
Status: tracked down a tool kit!

480 Turbo
29518 29519
Update: engine not back in yet. Carbon splitter & new wing to go on. Thanks to Jim for picking up & photo of splitter btw

S70 R
29520
Update: Did an oil & filter change (10W/40 & OE filter). Nitrous kit to be fitted next week ready for York on the 20th. Mileage now at 148k

V40 T4
29521
Update: to be sold.

440 Turbo
29522
Update: broken for engine

Clio
29523
Update: sold to Sparkysparks' pal

New addition coming up...
http://hdwpics.com/images/15346E6A1BC5/Time-to-Wash-the-Mystery-Machine.jpg
Mystery machine
Status: Is a mystery, but is on the List

[Sparkysparks]

Hes loving the clio btw. Im yet to see it haha.

[jamesy12345]

Hes loving the clio btw. Im yet to see it haha.

It's not a bad job actually, neat swap. You can give the expert opinion though!

[twr]

That 5 turbo is porn, a mate of mine one of these. The reg was TUR802. Sadly he sold it the reg is now on an audi s2.

[jamesy12345]

That 5 turbo is porn, a mate of mine one of these. The reg was TUR802. Sadly he sold it the reg is now on an audi s2.

Thanks fella. Took me about 15 years to find it!! Great reg I'd love that. I do like having an age related plate also but something that compliments a car looks good.

[Doingitsideways]

Oh, sweet Jesus.

I didn't realise updates were required, or I wouldn't have signed up!

Was that in the small print or what?

[twr]

Sent you a msg james

[jamesy12345]

Oh, sweet Jesus.

I didn't realise updates were required, or I wouldn't have signed up!

Was that in the small print or what?

monthly updates are appreciated but optional :D

[Doingitsideways]

monthly updates are appreciated but optional :D

I'm off for a lie down to mull over my future in this thread!

[jamesy12345]

I'm off for a lie down to mull over my future in this thread!

:lol: good plan...this thread helps stop me buying (more) ££££e I don't need

[jamesy12345]

Just had a phone call - the storage unit where some of the above were sitting has been broken into...

T2, NC35, V40 all gone

doh! Keep an eye out pls

[kmb]

Such awful news - Although it's a really strange bag of vehicles to steal...

[jamesy12345]

Such awful news - Although it's a really strange bag of vehicles to steal...

:lol: they also got a supercharged Suzuki Swift

I imagine they are all being used to speed the progress of the immigrants across Europe ;)

[twr]

:lol: they also got a supercharged Suzuki Swift

I imagine they are all being used to speed the progress of the immigrants across Europe ;)

Atleast you can joke about it, i.feel the pain. My escort cosworth was taken from a unit i had a few years back. Its sickening, it was never found

[jamesy12345]

Atleast you can joke about it, i.feel the pain. My escort cosworth was taken from a unit i had a few years back. Its sickening, it was never found

well what can you do...get pissed off & throw the laptop in the river? :) (I am staying next to a river just now)

I am gutted but no point getting stressed about it. I'll do all I can from here then go and get a bottle of finest Swedish vodka & get smashed with my pal. That will fix it, for today anyway. And tomorrow is a new day, goes the saying :)

[Doingitsideways]

Just had a phone call - the storage unit where some of the above were sitting has been broken into...

T2, NC35, V40 all gone

doh! Keep an eye out pls

Oh ££££, so sorry Fella!! :(

Obviously someone who's been watching.

Was it from R.A.R?

I'll drink for you. Not much help, but about all I can do.

Were they all insured?
More to the point, was the T2?!

[jamesy12345]

Oh ££££, so sorry Fella!! :(

Obviously someone who's been watching.

Was it from R.A.R?

I'll drink for you. Not much help, but about all I can do.

Were they all insured?
More to the point, was the T2?!

Have a drink on me pal. Yes mate taken from where you saw it. We are have a wake here with a bottle of Ciroc (no Absolut) in the shop. Fine French vodka very apt

[klunk]

Ok, deep breath...


Ford Capri 2.8i Special :lovestory

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0437_zpsff9d7fc9.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0437_zpsff9d7fc9.jpg.html)

Name: Marvin.
Status: Rotton as a pair, resprayed Brooklands green by Stevie Wonder, in the dark.
Long term project that ran out of time and money 10 years ago
Plans: Ideally, a full rebuild. Again. Realistically, it's probably going to have to move on, as I'm never going to get around to it. It'll kill me to do it, long story short it's all I have to show from when I actually was successful and had money in my pocket. Supercharged Cosworth V6 would be nice though.



As you are most probably aware mate, Now would be the time to flog this, Escort and Capri prices are crazy ATM and there is talk of the Classic car bubble bursting!

[jamesy12345]

As you are most probably aware mate, Now would be the time to flog this, Escort and Capri prices are crazy ATM and there is talk of the Classic car bubble bursting!

I don't know if Steve has any plans to sell, but I noticed that classic car prices seemed to go up as the oil price dropped. When the oil price goes up I would expect all car prices to go down as they become more expensive to run. How much that affects the classic prices is being pondered over by greater minds than mine, no doubt!

[klunk]

Well our economy is picking up and theres got to be an interest rate hike on the cards as its been down for so long? Values of the Classics ive got dont bother me as i bought them because i wanted them but if anyone is thinking of moving something on now might be the best time (IMO)

[Doingitsideways]

I don't know if Steve has any plans to sell

Yup.

Unfortunately, it's time for it to move on. :(

Someone make me an offer I can't refuse!

[jamesy12345]

Yup.

Unfortunately, it's time for it to move on. :(

Someone make me an offer I can't refuse!

well if your mind is made up, maybe it's a good idea just before the oil price soars and I can stop eating beans on toast. Just don't EVER look at the prices for Capris again!!

[Doingitsideways]

well if your mind is made up, maybe it's a good idea just before the oil price soars and I can stop eating beans on toast. Just don't EVER look at the prices for Capris again!!

Lol, beans on toast is a winner, but variations do run out after a while.
Same here tbh, fella.

I know, Ive always said the Capper is my pension... Oh well!

[jamesy12345]

'bout time for an update!

T2
29756
Update: "what a weekend...!" stolen & recovered with only minor damage

NC35
29750
Update: Stolen-not-recovered…tbh I think it was a hit by Andy Bell for my gayer-than-erasure comment. I imagine him riding off into the night, sporting a pink helmet & humming ‘A Little Respect’.

T4
29751
Update: Well, someone must have loved it. Coming soon to a Crimewatch near you...

480
29753
Update: alive! New engine is in...doesn't run for long but getting there

S70R
29755
Update: nitrous installed &, if I may use the term, "running low 14's"..? :)

KE100
29752
Name: The Green Streak
Status: Did I ever mention the time that a pal destroyed my prized KE100……..?? The clown. Anyway, a short period of mourning for the NC35 is now officially over with the arrival of the Green Streak. I love the smell of Silkolene in the morning.

RX-7
29754
Name: Medium-sized-purple-one
Status: Is a ’93 RX-7, continuing this month’s rotary theme (KE100 is a rotary valve type). Not sensible maybe, we shall see.

[Doingitsideways]

Update time.

Capri:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0437_zpsff9d7fc9.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0437_zpsff9d7fc9.jpg.html)

Update:
Going up for sale :(


960:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0655_zpsnggzwlse.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0655_zpsnggzwlse.jpg.html)

Update:
Moved on to pastures new now :(


850TDi

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0887_zpsdsnftrgi.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0887_zpsdsnftrgi.jpg.html)

Update:
Still the hard as nails workhorse, hit 300k and lunched an alternator. Oh well.
Desperate for new oil, also loooong overdue full set of belts and pulleys. Needs a few hundred quid throwing at it to see me through the winter. Hopefully this will be next up for some spannering.


S70 T5.

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0876_zpsrbkubpj6.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0876_zpsrbkubpj6.jpg.html)

Update:
Ran it at York, while mightily hungover and it didn't go bang, managed to wring a 15.1 out of it.
New plugs, leads, rotor arm and dizzy cap to go on, chasing occasional misfire on boost.
Will fettle with the cam timing next.



S80 T6.

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0695_zpscfb08912.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0695_zpscfb08912.jpg.html)

Update:
Still the old man's daily, still begging to be mapped.
Long overdue a major service, needs codes reading to find out why it's menstrual.


460 CD Turbo.

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0642_zpseju4mdtm.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0642_zpseju4mdtm.jpg.html)

Update:
Sat on axle stands while I whip the 'box out to drop into the other 460.
Starting to give serious thought to dropping a T4 lump into this.


480:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0061_zpsn5zm3akt.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0061_zpsn5zm3akt.jpg.html)

Update:
Still sat, waiting for me to have the heart to start pulling it to bits :(


460 2.0 CD:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0850_zps4pxb3axq.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0850_zps4pxb3axq.jpg.html)

Update:
Seems to be staying, now has a name - Don Leno.
Found the old cheapo eggcrate grille from the S70, so will butcher that and make it fit at some point.
Sat outside my house now awaiting an auto transplant from Ray the 460T, being used as a beater when any of the others are out of action.

[jamesy12345]

monthly update:

T2
http://i1322.photobucket.com/albums/u565/jamesy12345/engine%20out%203_zpscccab17g.jpg
Update: engine oot, ready for 200 CV lump inc 'future proof' steel liners

480
http://i1322.photobucket.com/albums/u565/jamesy12345/photo%201_zpsru7bjl7f.jpg
Update: all sorted.....DVLA have now lost the green slip as well as the log book. Now collecting parts for manual swap, including a flywheel from an F4R Clio

S70R
http://i1322.photobucket.com/albums/u565/jamesy12345/300920152357_zpsbd0kjxth.jpg
Update: took it for a run out to Scarborough, to scrub the new Falkens in. 205-width looks skinny no? Ready for the winter at least

RX-7
http://i1322.photobucket.com/albums/u565/jamesy12345/270920152311_zpsuqjqvsbh.jpg
Update: APEXI ECU & HKS de/pre/whatever-cat to go on, trying to keep it cool. Everybody be cool. Japanese domestic market 112 mph limit still in place then.

KE100
http://i1322.photobucket.com/albums/u565/jamesy12345/_12_zpsb75ezkkc.jpg
Update: nothing doing this month. Rattling but still rolling. Got myself some bedtime reading - a Haynes manual

[Doingitsideways]

Lol, speedo not been converted then?!
Crazy how fast they go up!

My Pajero had a resistor fitted in the signal line to convert to mph, don't know if the Mazda speedo is electric though?

[jamesy12345]

Lol, speedo not been converted then?!
Crazy how fast they go up!

My Pajero had a resistor fitted in the signal line to convert to mph, don't know if the Mazda speedo is electric though?

Not converted mate & it's hard work to convert it in my head on the move...I need all of my limited brain power for driving, not doing maths, so I better sort it out :D good call with the resistor yes I think it's an electronic set up. Then I can just blank out the 'k' leaving m/h

The FC ('86-'91) was cable I think but AFAIK the FD is electronic. You can also display the speed on the attachment that comes with the APEXI ECU - the Power FC Commander. Sounds like some kind of heavy duty sex toy but looks like a 1980's mobile phone...

http://www.mr2turbo.fr/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/apexipowerfc.jpg http://www.paulr33.com/powerfc-faq/EL_PFC.jpg

"Hello? Is that my broker? Buy! Sell! I'm going through at tunnel at 112 mph...!"

[Doingitsideways]

Lol!!

Cool bit of kit, that.

I'd leave the speedo alone then, it's hilarious how fast they move when still in kmh! :D
Surprised it's not been converted though, they usually have to be when imported.

[jamesy12345]

Lol!!

Cool bit of kit, that.

I'd leave the speedo alone then, it's hilarious how fast they move when still in kmh! :D
Surprised it's not been converted though, they usually have to be when imported.

yea I was thinking that....reading up on the net just throws up loads of rubbish like it is exempt from SVA due to being over 10 years old, EU laws allow metric readings...:talktohan

insulation tape over the 'k' will fix it for now :D

[Uzulins]

Awesome theread Jamesy. Sorry to hear about these stolen cars.. :(

[jamesy12345]

Awesome theread Jamesy. Sorry to hear about these stolen cars.. :(

Cheers fella. I told you the UK was a dodgy place :)

[Doingitsideways]

Time for the (now) bi-monthly update.
Well, I'm bi-polar, so I guess it fits.

Capri - Marvin:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/Capri1.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/Capri1.jpg.html)

Update:
Had a fella seemingly interested in buying it, dropped off the face of the earth.
Will start to advertise it after Christmas. It's time :(
No new pics, so here's a really old one!


850TDi - Güstav:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0974_zpsjoq2gtws.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0974_zpsjoq2gtws.jpg.html)

Update:
Still haulin' ass!
Had a full oil/belts service, I somehow managed to fluke the timing so it'll run. Martin Smith has generously offered to time it properly at some point, along with maybe supply me with some other goodies :)
Fairly sure I've got a sticking injector or two, plenty of diesel knock. Lovely.
Bonnet flipped up while joining the motorway at 70 the other day, which was nice. Now need new bonnet and hinges.
Just had a new battery also. These Dervs don't like the cold.


S70 T5 - The Black Shark.

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0658_zpsscermoij.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0658_zpsscermoij.jpg.html)

Update:
Serving as wifey's daily ferrying the bairn around, until Christmas day anyway, more on that later.
Managed to bag a 3" throttle body and machined manifold along with an ITG filter and shroud, oh and a poly top mount from a breaking 850, so they'll get fitted at some point - as well as all the stuff I've not done from last time.
Also, it appears I need a sidelight bulb.
Almost forgot - she's also kiffed one of my fake Pegs "apparently" avoiding a kid pushed out in front of her. I tried to make her see the extra points for kids, but I still got tears for asking how the car was before her. Women, huh?


S80 T6 - Kitt:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0983_zpsc42ozmoy.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0983_zpsc42ozmoy.jpg.html)

Update:
Still the old man's daily, still begging to be mapped.
Still long overdue a major service and being plugged in to find out why it has PMS.
My Dad, being a retired bus driver, has stuffed it yet again.
People that know me better will remember how he somehow managed to smash two wheels a while ago (that's smash, not scuff or ding) well he's now scraped all down the near side on something.
When I asked what happened, he helpfully replied "It happened."
Well, I'm not going to bother servicing it now. Honestly couldn't care less about it any more.
If he cares so little about someone else's (my) car, he can return to the busses when the cam belt enevitably lets go.
Couldn't even be arsed to take a pic of it, so here's one with the other raft-o-££££e.
Rant over.


460 CD Turbo - Ray-le-Otter:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_1026_zpsxra55vbr.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_1026_zpsxra55vbr.jpg.html)

Update:
Amassing a big assed pile of bits and bobs to fit on the 12th of never.
Decided I will manual convert it, just not yet.
Auto 'box nearly back in... For now.


480 - Nipper:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0152_zps8828c856.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0152_zps8828c856.jpg.html)

Update:
Sadly, moving onto pastures new this coming weekend :(
I didn't have the heart to break it myself and tried to donate it to the 480 forum's mod to break with the proceeds to go to the forum's running costs, but it was a logistical nightmare as he's in Glasgow.
Eventually, after offering it to a few people, it's found a new home. A fella on VOC and 480 club never quite got over the loss of his, so I gave it him.
I thought best to give it away to someone that will appreciate it, than sling it on ebay for buttons for it to be broken anyway. An ethos shared by at least one fella I know.
I'll be gutted when it goes, but I needed the space. See towards the end of this post.


460 2.0 CD - new nickname - The Age of Aquarius

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/DSC_0982_zpsx4c84olq.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/DSC_0982_zpsx4c84olq.jpg.html)

Update:
Hit 55,555 miles at 55mph - who knew?
Celebrated by turning itself into an aquarium in the recent rain. Seriously bad, jumped in to go somewhere and the footwells were nearly 2" deep. Feet instantly soaked. Made a hilarious sloshing though when driving!
Anyway, I've decided to break it.
Shame really, being such low mileage, but the rot is going to be uneconomical to repair, as I don't think Craig (Tomcat) is keen on doing the arches. (Speaking of which, have you done my bloody spoiler yet, Craig?')
I'm going to hopefully be keeping all the goodies from this to go into the 460T - leather, A/C, etc.


And now the big reveal... Most will know anyway, lol

C70 convertible - Sloan Kettering:

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n518/doingitsideways/_12%208_zpsieavvx8v.jpg (http://s1137.photobucket.com/user/doingitsideways/media/_12%208_zpsieavvx8v.jpg.html)

Update:
Well, I've bought the missus a ragtop for christmas.
That's about all!
It'll be her daily after Christmas.
Cost me a few quid, but well specced with GT pack so dolby stereo, etc, even parking sensors. 2.4T auto, so 193bhp I think. Had a price off Don on an MTE map, but we'll see.
Scuttle shake on rough tarmac is epic, strut brace has been ordered :lol:


That's about it for now.

See you all next year :)

[jamesy12345]

...loads of stuff...

it's about time you sold a car, mah sahn

Can't take them with you! Or alternatively, may I interest sir in a 480 or Rx7

I'm not updating cos I'm sulking - my bank account was raped by the evil vets

Sloan Kettering..?

[Doingitsideways]

Something, something, poorly cat, bad times.

Sloan Kettering..?

Don't ask.
Louise's car, her idea.
Personally, I think it's so random it's hilarious.

[jamesy12345]

Something, something, poorly cat, bad times.

Sloan Kettering..?

Don't ask.
Louise's car, her idea.
Personally, I think it's so random it's hilarious.

https://camo.githubusercontent.com/d538a2c15fbeb8457b4467ccf0917d0213a648a2/687474703a2f2f6e7574636f6d2e73746f726167652e676f6f 676c65617069732e636f6d2f696d616765732f792d752d6e6f 5f323430333037352e6a7067
Dead cat!

Well played on donating the 480 btw...it's a bit sad but got to be done. Means you can become Ray's slave almost 100% now