nikpro Posted June 18, 2005 Author Share Posted June 18, 2005 Although I would like to take credit for all that work this was the modular build and the factory do all the panneling and brake lines. I do have an affection for V8's but didn't fancy one in the Westie; had a 427ci side oiler in the Cobra and loved everything about it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chasmon Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 Did you pay extra for the side ally panels as I have just started on my starter kit and I understand I have to buy them if I want them. Think I'll make my own! Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 If you spot any obvious mistakes please let me know!! Not a mistake as such but something I wished I'd done was to put the upper rear wishbone bolts (the ones nearest the petrol tank) in the other way around. This way if you need to remove the wishbone when the tank is fixed it is not a problem. Stevo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikpro Posted June 24, 2005 Author Share Posted June 24, 2005 The side alloy panels are included in the module build so these did not cost extra. With regards to the rear wishbone bolts I questioned this with Westfield as I thought exactly the same but they said that this way round it gives more clearance on the tank should it move and also it will not be as likely to be punctured in a rear end collision as the tank will contact the chasis before the bolt head; makes sense when you think about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo Posted June 25, 2005 Share Posted June 25, 2005 With regards to the rear wishbone bolts I questioned this with Westfield as I thought exactly the same but they said that this way round it gives more clearance on the tank should it move and also it will not be as likely to be punctured in a rear end collision as the tank will contact the chasis before the bolt head; makes sense when you think about it. fair comment, I thought Westfield hadn't thought about it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikpro Posted July 22, 2005 Author Share Posted July 22, 2005 Just posted some more pics for those interested. Pick Bodywork up next Thursday....ahhhh....let the fun begin! My Build Pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studbuckle Posted July 22, 2005 Share Posted July 22, 2005 Looks like somebody's been busy with the garage floor paint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott beeland Posted July 22, 2005 Share Posted July 22, 2005 Don't it all look nice and shiny when it's new Do the factory cut out the slots in the rear panel for seat belts as a matter of course now? Kind of a pointless hole to have to cover up if you fit harnesses as most people do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Eastwood (Gadgetman) - Club Chairman Posted July 22, 2005 Share Posted July 22, 2005 Do the factory cut out the slots in the rear panel for seat belts as a matter of course now? Kind of a pointless hole to have to cover up if you fit harnesses as most people do They did on mine, but then it'll all be automated at whoever they sub it out to & the company probably won't want to do one off's. Did seem kind of stupid at the time though, I've got holes for belts in the rear panel, but no turrets to bolt them to on the chassis. Doh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveb Posted July 22, 2005 Share Posted July 22, 2005 Which kit is that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KerryS Posted July 22, 2005 Share Posted July 22, 2005 Coooh! I remember it all so well! Envious of that engine Kerry S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jak Posted July 22, 2005 Share Posted July 22, 2005 Coooh! I remember it all so well! Envious of that engine Kerry S Kerry, just console yourself that yours is quicker than his at the moment John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KerryS Posted July 22, 2005 Share Posted July 22, 2005 Car tucked up in the garage with it's cover on for a couple of weeks now - had a good run to Mallory today to see what a track day is like. Worrying number of bent Westys Kerry S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikpro Posted July 22, 2005 Author Share Posted July 22, 2005 Which kit is that? It's the 1800 Sport Module Build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott beeland Posted July 22, 2005 Share Posted July 22, 2005 Worrying number of bent Westys Kerry S What? More bent than Markcoopers?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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