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Birdman

30-09-2011, 03:13 PM

Here is the first pic from my build diary :cool:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6123/6197620507_1113cbde59_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6197620507/)

Allan

So you allow the Mini to basically "Hump" the Evo, and Bobs your knob, a couple of weeks later and you have a Hybrid vehicle. Genious:p

bhphunter

30-09-2011, 03:27 PM

Here is the first pic from my build diary :cool:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6123/6197620507_1113cbde59_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6197620507/)

Allan

If you left it like that long enough the evo shell would rot away and the mini would slip over like a glove :cool:

philster

30-09-2011, 04:43 PM

is this not finished yet? :D

Hayling mini

30-09-2011, 05:23 PM

Looking forward to this one:cool:

Marcus Nordblom

30-09-2011, 06:05 PM

yea this will make a good winter read, so take your time Allan:)

Allan McD

30-09-2011, 08:01 PM

yea this will make a good winter read, so take your time Allan:)

There is no hurry as long as its ready for March.
We are away this weekend so it wont be ready this week ;)
Allan

Owen

30-09-2011, 08:14 PM

The wheel base doesn't look too far out suprisingly :)

minuki

01-10-2011, 04:55 PM

Really looking forward to seeing this one being built! Might have to pop down one day :D

daveyjones

01-10-2011, 08:25 PM

Rome wasn't built in a day ,but then again you wern't on that project, should be an interesting time ahead.

Hayling mini

02-10-2011, 11:44 AM

yea this will make a good winter read, so take your time Allan:)

Allan only does short stories, he has yet to write his first novel;)

Mintegra

02-10-2011, 12:01 PM

So envious as to where you find the time and the money to do your projects Allan!.. will be the best one yet..

CH007

02-10-2011, 07:23 PM

That wheelbase looks quite close already. This should make for a serious weapon.

So full spaceframe then. i will be along stealing ideas ;)

Allan McD

02-10-2011, 07:45 PM

steve s

02-10-2011, 09:11 PM

It will be a full spaceframe I have it ready to fit but it dosnt have a front end so I will need to fabricate a front :shock:
I am not sure how I am going to go about it !
Any ideas (pictures) would be welcome.
Allan

Hi Allan, put the engine on blocks where you want it and build a box section frame around it something like this, put as much triangulation in as you can and beef up the mounting points,

Allan McD

02-10-2011, 09:18 PM

Hi Allan, put the engine on blocks where you want it and build a box section frame around it something like this, put as much triangulation in as you can and beef up the mounting points,

Thanks.
Allan

Andy_S

03-10-2011, 07:08 AM

It will be a full spaceframe.
Allan

Yippee! :cool::D:cool::D

Owen

03-10-2011, 05:17 PM

It will be a full spaceframe I have it ready to fit but it dosnt have a front end so I will need to fabricate a front :shock:
I am not sure how I am going to go about it !
Any ideas (pictures) would be welcome.
Allan

Would need bulkhead mods and maybe a few subtle mods to suit the motor, but the locost front end would probably be ideal (all the suspension geometry of a sports car is laid out in a book for you) ;)

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r1/tennis_the_menace/bcb9f2c3-c349-4c76-9efe-3e02fa028645.jpg

steve s

03-10-2011, 09:36 PM

Would need bulkhead mods and maybe a few subtle mods to suit the motor, but the locost front end would probably be ideal (all the suspension geometry of a sports car is laid out in a book for you) ;)

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r1/tennis_the_menace/bcb9f2c3-c349-4c76-9efe-3e02fa028645.jpg

The engine and gearbox is pretty wide, so don't think you would get reasonable length wishbones unless you could get the inner pickup points in front and behind the engine/gearbox, are you using the evo uprights? i'm sure you will work something out, you have had plenty of fabrication practice now,
Steve.

Allan McD

03-10-2011, 10:32 PM

The engine and gearbox is pretty wide, so don't think you would get reasonable length wishbones unless you could get the inner pickup points in front and behind the engine/gearbox, are you using the evo uprights? i'm sure you will work something out, you have had plenty of fabrication practice now,
Steve.

The engine is a bit wide for this setup ;)
But thanks for the input all input is appriciated.
Allan

Owen

04-10-2011, 05:23 PM

Bear in mind my front subframe is about 150mm ish narrower than the locost one to make the track a bit more sensible. Just putting the point across that geometry plays a massive part in the subframe design (but i'm sure Allan knows this already) i'll shut up now :( .

Allan McD

10-10-2011, 07:59 PM

The job is coming along :cool:
The engine and box weighs a LOT but I will just have to lose weight to make up :(

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6115/6231420509_77ff98ef53_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6231420509/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6095/6231940010_35e973203b_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6231940010/)

Allan

CH007

10-10-2011, 08:09 PM

Almost finished;)

Andy_S

10-10-2011, 09:42 PM

Hows about using a modified K-series Metro frame up font?

They're not as heavy as you might think and all the wishbone work is done, plus they have good KPI. :)

Allan McD

12-10-2011, 07:23 PM

Heres the latest update the Evo has a front and rear subframe so it should be fairly easy ;)
The front one holds the rack , lower suspension and a lower engine mount the rest I will have to make.
The engine and most of the things that make it go are in these photos :cool:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6038/6238628714_57da29e62a_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6238628714/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6213/6238107185_f196bdea6d_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6238107185/)

InstantCustard

12-10-2011, 07:28 PM

You trying to show those Hayling boys they're not the only ones that can do a quick build?!

Owen

12-10-2011, 07:37 PM

You trying to show those Hayling boys they're not the only ones that can do a quick build?!

I thought Allan was the pioneer of quick builds? Although i'm not so sure now, he's proper slacking with this one... :rolleyes:

Allan McD

12-10-2011, 07:45 PM

There is no real hurry on this one I am just trying to get the plan together.
It needs to be ready for March.
Allan

steve s

12-10-2011, 07:46 PM

Allan McD

12-10-2011, 07:55 PM

Looks good Allan, Like the frame, are you going to get away without having a Mark D style bonnet bulge, If you go flat floor there isn't much room between the road and the windscreen scuttle :rolleyes:.
Steve.

The engine is in the final position (I think) and it looks like there will be no need for any bulge in the bonnet :D
The floor I will sort when the car is built (I am still thinking) ;)
Allan

InstantCustard

12-10-2011, 08:14 PM

There is no real hurry on this one I am just trying to get the plan together.
It needs to be ready for March.
Allan

March is still a quick build when your not hurrying and when this conversion hasn't been done before.

Allan McD

12-10-2011, 08:20 PM

Its just wheels and an engine they could build one on BluePeter ;)
Allan

CH007

12-10-2011, 08:32 PM

This is going to be real interesting to follow

InstantCustard

12-10-2011, 08:59 PM

Its just wheels and an engine they could build one on BluePeter ;)
Allan

Only there's would have a space frame made from Fairy washing up liquid bottles and panels stuck together with sticky back plastic!

Allan McD

19-10-2011, 08:11 PM

Heres the latest work I have the front subframe in and welded nice and strong.
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6157/6261234107_4df902b057_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6261234107/)

Allan

evolotion

19-10-2011, 08:52 PM

how you provisioning for a clutch change mate, been a long time since i did a clutch on an early 4g63 but im sure it requires removal of the frame.

Allan McD

19-10-2011, 08:56 PM

how you provisioning for a clutch change mate, been a long time since i did a clutch on an early 4g63 but im sure it requires removal of the frame.

I will just take the engine and box out and that will be easy (I hope)
Allan

evolotion

19-10-2011, 09:03 PM

fair do's. I pull my engine to do a clutch change! just wondered, not that you'll be eating clutches with the light weight anyways!

Allan McD

19-10-2011, 09:18 PM

not that you'll be eating clutches with the light weight anyways!

Thats what I was hoping.Time will tell.
Allan

andy.m

21-10-2011, 10:12 PM

To change the clutch just drop the box the motor an frame stay where they are. Do you want me to see about the proflex still
Andy

Allan McD

22-10-2011, 08:08 AM

Do you want me to see about the proflex still
Andy

Yes Please.
Allan

Allan McD

22-10-2011, 11:14 AM

Latest update
I have made front a bottom arm (one more to make :() the front wheels needed moved forward a little.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6105/6268989970_af586bc6a7_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6268989970/)

Allan

Andy_S

22-10-2011, 03:17 PM

Any chance you could take more pics of your chassis work Mr McD?

The spaceframe Mini(ish) builds are always my favourite, they're like a modern take on the proper 'Special Saloon' race cars from the late 1970's :cool:

Allan McD

22-10-2011, 05:39 PM

I will take a few but there isnt much to see yet.
I havnt done much I didnt build the frame its a Dave Kimberly frame I am the third owner but its all still new.(a good deal was had :D)
Allan

Andy_S

22-10-2011, 07:46 PM

I will take a few but there isnt much to see yet.
Some more shots of how you've joined the Evo subby into the spaceframe? I think I can see what you've done but a shot from inside would be good.

I havnt done much I didnt build the frame its a Dave Kimberly frame
I recognised the basic cage from past web searches 'when I was dreaming' , but that's the easy bit compared to the rest of the build.

The intersting stuff is how you get the subframes joined in, what suspension solutions you conjur up, how will drive be acheived, how will the steering work. IE lots of headscratching & clever fixes needed. :cool:

I'm sure Markyd & the Smurfy's had big headache's from thinking stuff through with their spaceframes too. :beer:

I am the third owner but its all still new.(a good deal was had :D)
Allan

Good Mcfella.

Allan McD

22-10-2011, 08:48 PM

The steering will be the Evo setup so no problems there.
The drive will be the Evo with a shortened prop shaft so no problem there.
The front suspension I am trying not to think about (much) at the moment I will get it on its wheels and look from there,probably mcpherson struts.
Allan
Ps I have the second bottom arm made :cool:

miniswift

22-10-2011, 10:28 PM

Hi Allan,

Are you working these days?
I need to come and see you soon!
I think Alan D want to come and meet, too.

Let me know what day will be good for me/us to visit!

Cheers
Atchi

Allan McD

23-10-2011, 07:57 AM

Hi Allan,

Are you working these days?
I need to come and see you soon!
I think Alan D want to come and meet, too.

Let me know what day will be good for me/us to visit!

Cheers
Atchi

I normaly work Tue Wed Thurday let me know when you plan to come.
Allan

Allan McD

23-10-2011, 12:15 PM

Here are some pics for you Andy the front subframe is welded and bolted.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6097/6272409328_d9ef14dc5c_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6272409328/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6035/6271881503_b9a967743d_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6271881503/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6221/6271881801_81c556f9fa_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6271881801/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6102/6272410248_c03cc0107a_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6272410248/)

Mark D

23-10-2011, 01:12 PM

I'm looking at it and wondering, after building buttercup, if I was doing it what would I do different but I can't see anything. It all looks like it should work. The main area on mine that caused head scratching was the front suspension as I found myself very limited on height and I'm still not happy my solution.
For the front suspension could you not make some plates up to fit the hub upright and weld them to a coil over

Allan McD

23-10-2011, 01:27 PM

For the front suspension could you not make some plates up to fit the hub upright and weld them to a coil over

Maybe but I think Macpherson strut,s will fit and will be simple ish :shock:
Allan

Andy_S

23-10-2011, 01:34 PM

Here are some pics for you Andy the front subframe is welded and bolted.

Cheers Allan.

Clever mod to the front of the TDK floor to accept the Evo subby and the bridge to allow the propshaft to sneak underneath. :cool:

I thought everything would be really tight for space, but you seem to have quite a lot of room. Will you have to fit the radiator in the back?

Allan McD

23-10-2011, 04:47 PM

Will you have to fit the radiator in the back?

I hope not :(
With 350bhp :D It will make a lot of heat very quickly,The Wolf was getting real hot after 0.75 of a mile with a Swift GTI rad in the front
I had to fit a much larger one to cure it.
I am sure rear mount would be difficult to make work.
Allan

Mark D

23-10-2011, 07:36 PM

I couldn't put my finger on what didn't look right earlier but I've been looking at mine today and it jumped out at me. Your engine looks to far back because it's connected directly to the frame, you have not allowed a foot or so for the footwell. Here is to pic of mine to show what I mean

http://i426.photobucket.com/albums/pp343/darkmutton/P1000227.jpg

Obviously you must have done the measurements so it must be right but I think it might make it a bit tight inside the car. My main hoop is right back where roughly the healboard would be and the back of my seat is nearly in line with it. A bulkhead mounted pedal box may help

Andy_S

23-10-2011, 07:56 PM

I couldn't put my finger on what didn't look right earlier but I've been looking at mine today and it jumped out at me. Your engine looks to far back because it's connected directly to the frame, you have not allowed a foot or so for the footwell.

Obviously you must have done the measurements so it must be right but I think it might make it a bit tight inside the car. My main hoop is right back where roughly the healboard would be and the back of my seat is nearly in line with it. A bulkhead mounted pedal box may help

I remember sitting in your car (Mark) & not being able to operate your pedals properly cos of my little legs, I wanted to pull your seat further forward. Maybe you have long legs for a medium sized chap.

This is a polite way of saying Allan's a shortarse ;)

Allan McD

23-10-2011, 08:05 PM

I remember sitting in your car & not being able to operate your pedals properly cos of my little legs, I wanted to pull your seat further forward. Maybe you have long legs for a medium sized chap.

This is a polite way of saying Allan's a shortarse ;)

Thanks Andy of course I had thought about my feet :) and I am sure there is plenty room for me and my feet.
Now its time for some :beer:
Allan

daveyjones

23-10-2011, 08:08 PM

Shortarse or clever dick??? There is usually methods behind madness, is he mad??? 350hp in a mini..... nah. totally sane.

miniswift

23-10-2011, 08:22 PM

Here is me thinking he is a Mad Scots!
Oh well time will tell.
I'm sure he is talented in making race cars.. well 16v Mini in very quick time!

Cheers
Atchi

daveyjones

23-10-2011, 08:40 PM

This will be an interesting build, all I can say is he must have a huge sporran to afford all the bits!

Allan McD

23-10-2011, 08:59 PM

This will be an interesting build, all I can say is he must have a huge sporran to afford all the bits!

What bits ? I have an Evo and a space frame.
Allan

daveyjones

23-10-2011, 09:10 PM

That's true enough, you spent all your money on hill climb. I will come and see this beastie at Loton next season as I now live a few miles from there.

Allan McD

23-10-2011, 09:18 PM

That's true enough, you spent all your money on hill climb.

I still have a £ I havnt spent it all ;)
Allan

daveyjones

24-10-2011, 09:40 PM

Allan I am really looking forward to this build, reminds me of the pioneers of hill climb. Back to the early sun rise hill to the likes of Raymond Mays and Prince Bira at Shelsley etc etc

Big engines, mass horsepower seat of your pants racing, superb!

On the issue of heat use ceramic fibre blanket where needed its capable of 1600 deg c with 128 kg density,totally fire proof comes in a roll 7.6 metres by 600mm wide and is light stuff too.

link http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ceramic-Fibre-Blanket-Furnace-Forge/dp/B004644HBE

I use our local supplier naked flame dn't touch the stuff, been using it for years.

Allan McD

28-10-2011, 08:31 PM

Latest update coilovers sorted out :cool:
Lower arms finished.
Engine mounts made and welded in place.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6239/6289382663_21ecea733d_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6289382663/)

Allan

Mark D

28-10-2011, 10:14 PM

They are nice small units, what are they off

Why does the gusset on the nearest flat box section finish half way down it??

I've noticed your being very brave and fully welding everything, if you need any grinding discs i have them in my ebay shop lol. I started off doing the same and after cutting things off ended up tacking things in place first, does your bathroom ceiling have a spot on it that gets stared at for hours on end whilst the car gets redesigned a million times over!!!!

Allan McD

28-10-2011, 10:20 PM

They are Evo struts they are not as small as they look in the photo.
Allan

Mark D

28-10-2011, 11:28 PM

Yes pics can be misconcieving, I expected you saying nova, or something similar

Andy_S

30-10-2011, 05:00 PM

Looking good :cool: ................. although you're being tight with the photo's again.

Owen

30-10-2011, 05:08 PM

Is it done yet?

Allan McD

31-10-2011, 03:37 PM

Is it done yet? No but I am getting there.

Heres the latest I am thinking about how to mount the struts :confused:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6211/6298799721_41efe2049f_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6298799721/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6220/6298799211_b4995c5578_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6298799211/)

I still have the Evo to chop up and its looking like thats what I will do.
Allan

Hayling mini

31-10-2011, 04:17 PM

Looking good Allan, I love those wheels in the background;)

Allan McD

04-11-2011, 07:46 PM

I have one strut mount ready its a bit heavy but should be strong.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6052/6312660466_8c1f29e343_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6312660466/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6224/6312141167_8d3a3161a1_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6312141167/)

Allan

windymiller

04-11-2011, 08:48 PM

Andy_S

04-11-2011, 09:39 PM

That looks rather substantial so no chance of a wandering strut.

Are you mig welding everything or have you started to tig stuff?

Mark D

04-11-2011, 09:43 PM

Allan McD

04-11-2011, 09:45 PM

That looks rather substantial so no chance of a wandering strut.

Are you mig welding everything or have you started to tig stuff?

Its all mig.
Allan

Allan McD

04-11-2011, 09:50 PM

Makes me feel happier about mine now lol, I can sympathise with you though, I know how hard mine were to get somewhere near. Then when it's built and you lower the cars weight onto it you find out you must have been pissed

I didnt find it hard to get them in the correct place :rolleyes:
Just a bit dificult finding a way to make it strong.
When I lower the car it will be ok first time I do know what I am doing.
Allan

Allan McD

06-11-2011, 07:22 PM

Heres the latest update , dont jump the gun I wont drive it this week ;)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6220/6319720926_f75fe22245_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6319720926/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6019/6319201505_8aea853071_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6319201505/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6042/6319724202_88c92ec2ff_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6319724202/)

Allan

philster

06-11-2011, 07:37 PM

This is gonna be an animal when finished, only a couple more days and you'll have it done :D

steve s

06-11-2011, 07:48 PM

And you said you didn't do space frames lol, Its looking good to me,
Steve.

Allan McD

06-11-2011, 07:52 PM

And you said you didn't do space frames lol, Its looking good to me,
Steve.

I just wasnt confident making a space frame from scratch but as I bought the main frame made up it makes the job easy ;)
Allan

miniswift

06-11-2011, 09:16 PM

Hi Allan,

What size wheels are you going to use?
Will you still have spare set of tyres for me to have!?
Is that Euro wheel arches or came with body shell?

It is looking good and before I come over, I think this mini will be ready to drive!

Cheers
Atchi

Allan McD

06-11-2011, 10:15 PM

I am not sure what size wheels I am going to use a decision will be made this week.
I am sure I will have some tyres.
The arches came with the shell.
Allan

CH007

08-11-2011, 03:13 PM

thanks for the pictures as this is really helpng with ideas for moounting my struts.

Allan McD

18-11-2011, 08:24 PM

I have the rear near finished.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6359766635_57c8f8c0c9_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6359766635/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6091/6359767213_8c5f2f19d8_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6359767213/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6107/6359767735_f16061a70c_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6359767735/)

Allan

Kaison

18-11-2011, 09:54 PM

Adoring that rear setup, truly beautiful!
Are you considering having a boot? - If so, what kind of size are you expecting?

Lusting after going AWD!

Allan McD

18-11-2011, 09:57 PM

A boot is not a consideration as its a race car.
Allan

Andy_S

18-11-2011, 09:59 PM

That's really neat work Allan, I bet your chuffed with how things are turning out. :cool:

KMP

19-11-2011, 09:25 AM

that looks really good allan, I have been pondering all week as to how far you would have got with it because you havent updated for over a week ha ha. Do you think you will have the first drive in 2011???

What has been done to the engine etc? if I remember correctly older evos need a bit more modifications to take that sort of power compared to a newer one.....

Thanks
Kris

Allan McD

19-11-2011, 10:16 AM

The engines on an evo 1-3 can take well over 350bhp in standard spec, mine has upgraded pistons from an evo 6 but the rest is standard so it should be fine with 350bhp.
Allan

baz_rsp

19-11-2011, 07:11 PM

350bhp Allan is that to cart you along after your Xmas dinner?? Lol. Looks a great build. You doing any hill climbs in Scotland next year??

Baz

steve s

19-11-2011, 07:46 PM

[QUOTE=Allan McD;256033]I have the rear near finished.

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6120/6359766635_57c8f8c0c9_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6359766635/)

Hi Allan, Looking good, Are you fitting a back stay between the top of the rear hoop to the rear strut tops? It will keep the scruit's happy and put some triangulation in the framework.

Steve.

Allan McD

19-11-2011, 07:49 PM

350bhp Allan is that to cart you along after your Xmas dinner?? Lol. Looks a great build. You doing any hill climbs in Scotland next year??

Baz

I will be at all the Doune and Forrestburn meetings if my plans work out.
Allan

Allan McD

19-11-2011, 07:50 PM

[QUOTE=Allan McD;256033]I have the rear near finished.

Hi Allan, Looking good, Are you fitting a back stay between the top of the rear hoop to the rear strut tops? It will keep the scruit's happy and put some triangulation in the framework.

Steve.

That was my next job but I am still thinking where's exactly best to put it.
What do you think ?
Allan

steve s

19-11-2011, 08:31 PM

[QUOTE=steve s;256121]

That was my next job but I am still thinking where's exactly best to put it.
What do you think ?
Allan

I would run it from the back of were the lateral bar meets the hoop, down to the front of the top mount, On the outside of the tube that is there, This will give the loadings somewhere to go, Hope that makes sense,

Steve.

Allan McD

19-11-2011, 08:40 PM

[QUOTE=Allan McD;256123]

I would run it from the back of were the lateral bar meets the hoop, down to the front of the top mount, On the outside of the tube that is there, This will give the loadings somewhere to go, Hope that makes sense,

Steve.

I know what you mean but didnt want to fit such a long piece x 2 but that looks like what I will need to do.
Allam

baz_rsp

22-11-2011, 08:09 AM

Good stuff Allan. I'm going to get my finger out this year and get to more hillclimbs. Hopefully have mine ready for one of them.

apbellamy

22-11-2011, 09:08 AM

Good skills

Coupe

22-11-2011, 12:32 PM

This could potentially turn out to be one of my favourite builds I reckon.

KMP

22-11-2011, 07:41 PM

This could potentially turn out to be one of my favourite builds I reckon.

I second that

Allan McD

24-11-2011, 08:32 PM

Heres the latest from my build both sides are done so its time to get on with the front.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7150/6396530823_06a80a31ca_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6396530823/)

Allan

Marcus Nordblom

24-11-2011, 09:36 PM

Looks strong, will be superstiff with all that triangulation;)

MattG

02-12-2011, 03:15 PM

any updates allan ?

what are you going to use it for ? did i hear that you would be using this in a different race series ?

as it does not look like its going to be a ground hugger ...

Matt

Allan McD

02-12-2011, 03:37 PM

MattG

02-12-2011, 03:45 PM

:megasquirt:

HTZX10

02-12-2011, 04:04 PM

I have got it on its wheels (no tyres on the front as I dont have any :rolleyes:)
I am working on my megasquirt I hope to get it running this weekend but there is a lot to do yet.
I will be doing the Scottish hillclimbs and the midland hillclimb championship again next year and maybe three races in the IOM.
I now have an A open licence :cool: so I can race Big cars.
It will be low enough when its finished I think.
Allan

But will it be quick enough to beat a Gould Judd with cycle wings?

(J) 5.2.5 has been deleted (810mm minimum cockpit transverse width) therefore stick cyclewings on a single seater and you have the future of Sports Libre :twisted:

Allan McD

02-12-2011, 04:15 PM

But will it be quick enough to beat a Gould Judd with cycle wings?

(J) 5.2.5 has been deleted (810mm minimum cockpit transverse width) therefore stick cyclewings on a single seater and you have the future of Sports Libre :twisted:

By the time you build your Gould so many years will have passed it wont matter ;)
I am just racing for fun not for glory Libre is a fast and expensive class to win at the top.
Allan

HTZX10

02-12-2011, 04:20 PM

By the time you build your Gould so many years will have passed it wont matter ;)
I am just be racing for fun not for glory Libre is a fast and expensive class to win at the top.
Allan

I've got my lottery ticket for tonight:D

HTZX10

04-12-2011, 09:59 AM

I've got my lottery ticket for tonight:D

Woo-hoo - I won :D

£2.90 :(

Allan McD

04-12-2011, 10:30 AM

Woo-hoo - I won :D

£2.90 :(

At least your luck has changed.
Its time to start racing a real car again.
This is (HTZX10) Douglas , tyres last 10 years + and a gallon of petrol lasts a year. :cool:
http://jcrae.smugmug.com/Motor-Sport/Bo-ness-Hill-Climb/Boness-Speed-Hill-Climb-2010/DSC0569910-Douglas-Anderson/1067417374_qXzvS-L.jpg

Andy_S

04-12-2011, 10:44 AM

Cool :cool:

It's a stripped out something ............ but what?

On those skinny tyres you're probably still way faster than our silly Mini's and you must have balls of steel to drive it fast.

HTZX10

04-12-2011, 11:07 AM

New for 2012 season will be 4-1/2" x 15" front and 5" x 15" Dunlop racing tyres :D
May also fit twin carbs and a 4-branch manifold to get 50 bhp....

.... more than enough with only 380 Kg.

http://youtu.be/9pdTRtA2FoQ

Allan McD

04-12-2011, 03:43 PM

Small update I got it running for a few seconds with :megasquirt:
There are a few setings miles away but its nice to hear it pop and bang :-D
Allan

Allan McD

04-12-2011, 03:48 PM

It's a stripped out something ............ but what?

Its a Austin Seven Special and its fast up to 64ft but its nearly at its top speed by then ;)
Allan

Andy_S

04-12-2011, 03:54 PM

Well done Mr McD.

Are you running with MS2 or are you on v3 MS1? (he said trying to sound intelligent.)

The reason I ask is I wondered if you'd be trying to map the wee machine on split tables IE using TPS for the pre-boost areas & MAP for the boosted areas. I have read that with MS2 you can do this more easily than with MS1.

Allan McD

04-12-2011, 05:13 PM

Its MS2
I havnt planned maping yet I will wait until it is rolling with tyres and a radiator ;)
I am just doing a bit of setup as I type it takes a long time to just set the rev limit/ boost limit/ and set all the rpm's and loads in the maps.
I know its easy to change the setings but I have to work out what they should be.
Allan

MattG

04-12-2011, 05:43 PM

useless with out video allan ...

Allan McD

04-12-2011, 05:56 PM

It didnt run long enough to video :(
Now the plugs are soaked and I have low batterys and its just not keen to run but I will try tomorrow after a good charge.
Allan

MattG

04-12-2011, 06:08 PM

It didnt run long enough to video :(
Now the plugs are soaked and I have low batterys and its just not keen to run but I will try tomorrow after a good charge.
Allan

why are you not just using standard ECU ? not that i have anything against megasquirt ;) are you planning more mods ? or was the std ECU allready restricting it ?

or is it just a bitch of a loom ?

Matt

Allan McD

04-12-2011, 06:19 PM

why are you not just using standard ECU ? not that i have anything against megasquirt ;) are you planning more mods ? or was the std ECU allready restricting it ?

or is it just a bitch of a loom ?

Matt

I want to make it simple :shock: and be able to move the rev limit.
It allso keeps my options open for more power - logging- auto mapping etc
It is a race car dont you know ;)
Allan

Allan McD

05-12-2011, 02:27 PM

Heres a video from the first proper startup where I could give it a rev.
There is still no exaust or radiator so tuning is limited at the moment.
Allan

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbKNsVOGxWs&feature=colike

InstantCustard

05-12-2011, 04:49 PM

I love that "growl" it has!

Hayling mini

05-12-2011, 05:41 PM

I love that "growl" it has!

That was Allans stomach, he was so busy working on the car that he forgot to eat:)

Car is looking awesome Allan:beer::beer::beer:

minuki

07-12-2011, 07:59 PM

This is looking great, Allan! Nice work.

Scottish Mini are doing another rolling road session next year in a hope of reclaiming the title of most powerful mini club in Mini World. Would be great to see this, help make up for our "efforts" :lol:

Allan McD

07-12-2011, 08:30 PM

minuki

07-12-2011, 10:13 PM

Do you think it would be ok to run in 4x4 I cant easily disconect this car.
Allan

Should be, they specialise in Subaru and Evo :D

If we get 12 cars(Which we should) It's £35 a car. Trying to get a price for tuning etc.

Held at Extreme Motorsport in West Lothian. Although, this is not 100% decided on I don't think

philster

08-12-2011, 04:12 PM

Allan could take his current fleet gotta be about 800hp between them :D

benh

09-12-2011, 07:48 PM

Omg Allan thats nuts! you make it all seem so easy! Really cool mate!

Allan McD

15-12-2011, 09:43 AM

There has been a bit of a delay I have been waiting on the post man :cool:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7144/6515208733_1da4428652_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6515208733/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7151/6515208557_f29e58daca_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6515208557/)
Allan

MattG

15-12-2011, 09:59 AM

you must have made more progress .. more pics please

Allan McD

21-12-2011, 12:00 PM

More pics
The exchaust is finished
And the inlet with charge cooler is near finished :cool:
Also fitted larger injectors and a small racing alternator (from a Justy ;) )

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7154/6548681045_48213315aa_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6548681045/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7002/6548680579_f793e43203_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6548680579/)

Allan

Hayling mini

21-12-2011, 12:03 PM

Looks fantastic Allan, but you forgot to fit my seat ;)

Allan McD

21-12-2011, 12:12 PM

I will just strap you in with some ratchet straps ;)
Allan

Marcus Nordblom

21-12-2011, 12:15 PM

fantastic work! Is that a dumpvalve on the cooler?

Hayling mini

21-12-2011, 12:16 PM

I will just strap you in with some ratchet straps ;)
Allan

OK, sounds good to me;)

Allan McD

21-12-2011, 12:17 PM

Is that a dumpvalve on the cooler?

Yes its from the "Wolf" it worked fine.
I am breaking the Wolf so I miight as well use the bits I need.
Allan

KMP

21-12-2011, 12:19 PM

Nice job mr. Allan sir, that car is looking better every week! When do you think you will do the mapping? I cannot wait to see what this develops and what it goes like....

Thanks
Kris

Allan McD

21-12-2011, 12:56 PM

I plan to map it as soon as I can but that wont be for a good few weeks.
I dont think I will have it on a dyno (£££££) I am sure i can get it running well myself with less greif and less £
So I will just have to bullshit you about how much power it has ;)
Allan

KMP

23-12-2011, 06:35 AM

Could you ask mr. Evolution sir, if he can map it for you on the basis you give him some haggis and maybe a bottle of whiskey?

Thanks
Kris

apbellamy

23-12-2011, 07:55 AM

Mmm haggis

Allan McD

23-12-2011, 08:16 PM

Heres the latest
It wont take long now :D

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7032/6560952927_2152641343_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6560952927/)
Allan

andy b

24-12-2011, 01:48 PM

Looking good that. Are you using the evo track width or did you shorten it?

Regards andy.

Allan McD

24-12-2011, 03:01 PM

Its standard Evo width but about 25cm shorter.
Allan

Owen

24-12-2011, 04:53 PM

go on...you know it makes sense (http://pistonheads.com/sales/3511513.htm)

;)

evolotion

24-12-2011, 05:02 PM

go on...you know it makes sense (http://pistonheads.com/sales/3511513.htm)

;)

wont fit mate despite the same engine name, Mitsubishi changed alot between the 3 and 4.

Owen

24-12-2011, 05:05 PM

wont fit mate despite the same engine name, Mitsubishi changed alot between the 3 and 4.

I'm sure Allan could make it fit??? :lol:

Allan McD

24-12-2011, 05:45 PM

I dont need it as it only has 1000bhp
Mine will be more ;)
If i had the comp drive train I am sure it would fit with a few mods (angle grinder /welder)
but it wont fit as is.
Allan

Allan McD

01-01-2012, 04:47 PM

Heres the latest update.
The engine is water tight and the fuel system is ready to race.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7154/6613568329_76011b5de6_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6613568329/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7149/6613567385_9d9831625e_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6613567385/)

Allan

MattG

01-01-2012, 04:49 PM

looking good alan .. cant wait for some first drive videos this week !

Matt

Allan McD

01-01-2012, 04:54 PM

looking good alan .. cant wait for some first drive videos this week !

Matt

I dont have any wheels that fit with tyres.
A set will be bought at the Autosport show in a couple of weeks.
Allan

kcchan

01-01-2012, 04:55 PM

Might be a bit breezy. Looks good though.

Birdman

01-01-2012, 04:57 PM

If it goes as good as it looks so far, it's gonna be a serious weapon me thinks...

spNOam

01-01-2012, 06:05 PM

I dont have any wheels that fit with tyres.
A set will be bought at the Autosport show in a couple of weeks.
Allan

What day are you going? I've got a ticket for Saturday

Allan McD

01-01-2012, 09:08 PM

What day are you going? I've got a ticket for Saturday

We are going Friday but you never know we may stay over.
Allan

MattG

16-01-2012, 06:50 PM

so .. did you get some wheels ?

Matt

Allan McD

16-01-2012, 06:57 PM

so .. did you get some wheels ?

Matt

No but I think its under control I plan getting on the phone tomorrow.
Compomotive were not at the show but I contacted them and they are still doing a show deal :D
Allan

Allan McD

19-01-2012, 06:52 PM

I am just home from Aberdeen where I purchased a (cheap) carbon wing :D
Lets hope it keeps it on the ground.
Which way up does it go ;)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7154/6727065913_f05a5c5c85_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6727065913/)

Allan

baz_rsp

19-01-2012, 08:23 PM

Should of popped in past for a cup of tea Allan!

Allan McD

19-01-2012, 09:01 PM

Should of popped in past for a cup of tea Allan!

I should have thought it cost us £6 for two coffes an a couple of scones ;)
Allan

baz_rsp

19-01-2012, 10:38 PM

Lol. I could of got the bacon rolls on the go. Was it in the town or the shire you were visiting??

Allan McD

19-01-2012, 10:46 PM

We were visiting Graham Wight in Drumoak
He is building a new carbon race car the tub is lighter than my sandwich box :shock:
No wonder race cars blow minis away.
Allan

baz_rsp

20-01-2012, 10:34 AM

I've heard of him. Heard he was the man to set up minis up this way?

Allan McD

20-01-2012, 11:09 AM

I've heard of him. Heard he was the man to set up minis up this way?

He sure is he built a new carbon tubed car a couple of yers ago and it broke national records every where it went all year streght out of the box.
And when I say built I mean he molded the tubb and made the wings etc etc
This year Lee who drives it won a couple of rounds af the British championship in it beating v8 Juds etc and its only a Hayabusa motor.
When you get your car built he may be able to help but he is very busy,let me know and I will put in a word.
Allan
Ps he is also ex double British Hillcllib champion

Marcus Nordblom

20-01-2012, 11:12 AM

gwr raptor

http://www.lee-adams.co.uk/gwr_raptor.html

baz_rsp

20-01-2012, 11:19 AM

Coming to think of it it was Lee that was speaking about him. Thanks Alan that would be a big help.

Baz

Allan McD

21-01-2012, 01:25 PM

I have spent the last couple of days making the wing a foot wider,I might as well make the best of the new rules.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7030/6736037573_2748b9ac84_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6736037573/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7022/6736037213_1855a2d831_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6736037213/)

Allan

minuki

21-01-2012, 01:47 PM

Bloody hell, Allan! I'll need to be careful walking around this in the paddock! :lol:

Allan McD

21-01-2012, 01:51 PM

Bloody hell, Allan! I'll need to be careful walking around this in the paddock! :lol:

I wont run you down ;)
I may fit a flashing yellow light on each side of the wing :)
Allan

Andy_S

21-01-2012, 02:54 PM

Woooooo :cool:

'Tis coming along very nicely Mr McD, but you're still being really tight with the build pics. ;)

Allan McD

01-02-2012, 12:49 PM

I have just been for my first short drive :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gA1u2_LSw_M

Allan

MattG

01-02-2012, 12:51 PM

nice ,,, some close up vids and pics before its dark please !

Matt

Allan McD

01-02-2012, 12:57 PM

nice ,,, some close up vids and pics before its dark please !

Matt

I will sort somthing out now its outside I can take a few.
Allan

Allan McD

01-02-2012, 05:00 PM

Here are a load of pics

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7006/6802285815_455476319b_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802285815/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7032/6802287883_dc80c89eeb_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802287883/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7012/6802289609_7af823bd49_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802289609/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7006/6802291183_58aa47ddc5_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802291183/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7161/6802293611_5a523fa4a7_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802293611/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7005/6802296517_a57a191de4_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802296517/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7012/6802298803_e8bcb52a4e_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802298803/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7164/6802300943_b53b05096b_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802300943/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7154/6802302803_d36edb4872_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802302803/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6802304911_7de2026dba_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802304911/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7034/6802307143_8711db6494_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802307143/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7143/6802308995_755951397e_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6802308995/)

Allan

Hayling mini

01-02-2012, 05:01 PM

Well done Allan, its good to see it alive :D

Allan McD

01-02-2012, 05:04 PM

There is still a wee bit of work to do ;)
I have wider wheels coming in a few weeks and will get a set of Avon slicks once I have it working well.
Allan

Hayling mini

01-02-2012, 05:09 PM

There is still a wee bit of work to do ;)
I have wider wheels coming in a few weeks and will get a set of Avon slicks once I have it working well.
Allan

It looks awesome, did you go with Compomotive again ?

Allan McD

01-02-2012, 05:15 PM

It looks awesome, did you go with Compomotive again ?

I have one set 8x15 coming from Compomotive but they are too expensive to get a spare set so I have a set off Team Dynamics 7x15 coming from R&R Alloys.
Allan

patlink

03-02-2012, 05:45 PM

allan wonderful work yet again

envy your fabrication skill, space and ££££ to do great projects like these

Andy_S

03-02-2012, 06:01 PM

Awsome job Mr McD :cool:

Does the Mini shell fit over the top OK?

Allan McD

03-02-2012, 06:46 PM

Awsome job Mr McD :cool:

Does the Mini shell fit over the top OK?

It fits like a glove :D
Allan

MattG

03-02-2012, 06:54 PM

It fits like a glove :D
Allan

we need pics !!!

Matt

Marcus Nordblom

04-02-2012, 07:16 AM

:pthats a tool! Excellent work as always, Allan

jimmorris3

04-02-2012, 09:31 AM

Wat are u using for the charge cooler pre rad ? Cheers

Allan McD

04-02-2012, 09:53 AM

The charge cooler is cooled by a mini radiator that is at the rear using an electric water pump.
Allan

Allan McD

10-02-2012, 09:33 PM

I am going for a test in the morning to Kames :D
Here is the latest pic.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7001/6853570289_019c600583_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6853570289/)

There is still a fair bit more to do but its getting there.
Videos to come.
Allan

philster

10-02-2012, 10:29 PM

Looks like a monster truck :D

Allan McD

11-02-2012, 05:05 PM

Heres the latest news :(

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7202/6857630287_0db2f62ee0_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6857630287/)

I am not sure what caused it yet.
Allan

speedy

11-02-2012, 06:27 PM

Just on the one, or all four?
not the way to treat your owner...:x

Allan McD

11-02-2012, 06:52 PM

Just the one is damaged on the top but I will remove them all tomorrow.
Allan

KMP

11-02-2012, 07:40 PM

oh no, sorry to hear that allan. Did you manage to do much testing? were you trying to map the car whilst driving it? Theres me thinking it was almost done......set you back a few quid and a few days too - what a bugger!

Allan McD

11-02-2012, 09:32 PM

I got it driving well.
It may just need a piston and a head gasket
The pistons are original Mitsubishi and are available in ones and are fairly cheap ;)
Allan

Andy_S

11-02-2012, 09:53 PM

So how much boost did you run you greedy fella ;)

Kaison

11-02-2012, 10:18 PM

evolotion

12-02-2012, 12:37 AM

What's visually wrong? I can't tell.
It almost looks like it has a hammered finish?
And it looks like it has oil on it?
I'm also assuming it's supposed to be pocketed for the valves?

Other than those things, I couldn't see an issue?

left of the piston, where the valve cutouts are, fractured clean through. at a guess id say detonation cracked the ringland below and the crack spread. have a piston similar in work im sure. but thats just a guess, could be anything.

Allan McD

12-02-2012, 08:03 AM

So how much boost did you run you greedy fella ;)

I was running 1.5 bar but I will just run 1.2 bar next time.
Allan

Allan McD

12-02-2012, 08:14 AM

What's visually wrong? I can't tell.
It almost looks like it has a hammered finish?
And it looks like it has oil on it?
I'm also assuming it's supposed to be pocketed for the valves?

Other than those things, I couldn't see an issue?

If you look close you can see the pioston rings (you shouldnt bee able to see them ;))
As Evo said detonation probably cracked the ringland and the rest is history.
I have found out that compression was higher than standard 8:9.1, standard is 8:5.1 which is a bit high for the boost I was running.
The car was running plenty rich and the water and inlet temps were cool so it must have just been too much boost.
I have logs from my runs which log near every thing :megasquirt:
Allan

mininut

12-02-2012, 04:10 PM

I'm absolutely amazed at the speeds you progress with your builds whether you have issues or not Allen... KUDOS!

M.

Allan McD

12-02-2012, 05:49 PM

I have the engine stripped down and it needs a set of pistons and two valves.
As it was in bits I gas flowed the head and ground the valves in (I had some spares)
I just need to purchase pistons and a head gasket and I can go testing again :blowup:
Allan

evolotion

12-02-2012, 08:16 PM

what was the damage on the sides of the pistons like? assuming there was some!

Allan McD

12-02-2012, 08:50 PM

KMP

16-02-2012, 08:32 PM

There isnt any damage to the sides just what you can see on one and a crack on the ring land of one more.
It has been suggested that the pistons are in the wrong way round as they are from an evo6 and with them having offset piston pins they could have had to much load on the side causing the failure.
I am probably going to get a set of Wiseco pistons which will give me 8:2.1 compression and built for an evo 2.
Allan

So with the lower compression ratio, does this mean that you can run the same about of boost? Hope you haven't found any more bad bits in the engine! Have you got it all back together again now mr. Speedy Gonzales?

Thanks
Kris

Allan McD

16-02-2012, 09:03 PM

So with the lower compression ratio, does this mean that you can run the same about of boost? Hope you haven't found any more bad bits in the engine! Have you got it all back together again now mr. Speedy Gonzales?

Thanks
Kris

The parts are in the post but I am taking a new direction.
I will be running 9:0.1 compression and lower boost,so more torque at low revs and still well over 300bhp
Also I will be able to rev a fair bit harder as i am inserting a set of H beam rods.
I have been told lots of times the stock rods are marginal on reliability so I have bit the bullet.(I dont want my new pistons making a break for freedom ;))
Allan

Allan McD

17-02-2012, 12:02 PM

I got new rods today the pistons are in the post.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7043/6891128155_e77900a9a9_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6891128155/)

Allan

apbellamy

17-02-2012, 12:28 PM

nice

Spiyda

17-02-2012, 06:14 PM

Shiny :)

InstantCustard

17-02-2012, 06:40 PM

That looks Manley!
(see what I did there!?!)

CH007

18-02-2012, 02:17 PM

Thats a shame Allan but then it looks like it was for the best with all the new upgrades :D

Allan McD

21-02-2012, 04:07 PM

I got a set of these this afternoon it should be running in a couple of hours :D
Allan

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7051/6915995001_2925db1104_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6915995001/)

joltfreak

21-02-2012, 05:45 PM

Very Nice!!

Marcus Nordblom

21-02-2012, 06:43 PM

looking good, what are the small holes for? oil?

evolotion

21-02-2012, 08:14 PM

yeah, stronger than a slit behind the oil control rings to allow oil to drain from them after its scraped off the bore :)

Allan McD

23-02-2012, 08:16 PM

I had a test today that went fairly well eventualy.
I had a few problems with my fuel map (I was way too rich trying to be safe)
But once i got that sorted and just running 8psi the car went well (not bang)
At a wet very cold and very windy Kames the car was ace sliding all over the place and felt like it was impossible to crash
I have a further test on Sunday and plan to up the boost a fair bit.
Here is a video but no volume as the wind noise is horrendous.
http://youtu.be/t1JtkC_yk58
Allan

Marcus Nordblom

23-02-2012, 08:24 PM

nice, do you think that this will be your fastest build so far?

steve s

23-02-2012, 08:33 PM

[QUOTE=Allan McD;267928]I had a test today that went fairly well eventualy.

Nice one Allan, you have far too much time on your hands,
Steve.

Allan McD

23-02-2012, 08:43 PM

nice, do you think that this will be your fastest build so far?

Probably :cool:
Allan

Allan McD

23-02-2012, 08:45 PM

[QUOTE=Allan McD;267928]I had a test today that went fairly well eventualy.

Nice one Allan, you have far too much time on your hands,
Steve.

I dont have any spare time I work night and day.
I am luck in that I dont have to do what I am told much ;)
Allan

KMP

24-02-2012, 10:36 AM

Well done Allan, looks wicked! Can you get some in car footage on Sunday please? Want to see what it sounds like and also to seehowmuch fun it is :-)

Thanks
Kris

Allan McD

24-02-2012, 10:52 AM

I will try.
I had so mush to do yesterday and i forgot my good camera.
Allan

NudgerSS

24-02-2012, 10:54 AM

Looking very wide on that track but very grippy :-)

John

Hayling mini

24-02-2012, 11:03 AM

Looks awesome Allan, how does it compare to the Wolf ?

Allan McD

24-02-2012, 11:12 AM

Looks awesome Allan, how does it compare to the Wolf ?

It is so easy to drive I cant believe it,I havnt adjusted anything yet and I can slide it in all over the place and feel like I know what I am doing :cool:
Its going to be loads faster than the Wolf.
I am strugling with boost control my ECU can control it but I dont have a boost controler for it :(
I have a HKS controler that came with the Evo but its doing weard things and I think its goosed.
My manual controler from the Wolf is rusty inside and even its playing up ????
Allan

Hayling mini

24-02-2012, 11:37 AM

Seems a bit weird that they are both playing up, do you get the same sort of error on both ?

Allan McD

24-02-2012, 12:01 PM

Seems a bit weird that they are both playing up, do you get the same sort of error on both ?

The manual one is just a ball and sping but the ball was rusty so its leaking :(
We are just away to get a new ball :D
The elictronic one isnt doing what the instructions say its meant to be self learning but I cant get it to activate.
Allan

KMP

24-02-2012, 06:00 PM

Have you thought about a name yet? I think the wolf name should be put on this one as it is more of a wolf in wide arched sheeps wool....... What colour are you going to do it? oh and also have you got your new wheels yet?

Thanks
Kris

InstantCustard

24-02-2012, 06:16 PM

Call this one sheep!

KMP

24-02-2012, 06:28 PM

I think badger is a brilliant name for a car! I think you should call it badger

Spiyda

24-02-2012, 06:38 PM

How about "Ookami"

or in Kanji

http://0.tqn.com/d/japanese/1/0/P/_/1/ookami1.jpg

Allan McD

26-02-2012, 08:20 PM

The Bad Wolf (new name) went well today :cool:
It was a bit slippy and i made a mistake on the brakes on one run which meant I had to take the rally road.(I have never been up there before)
At the end of the day I was able to do a bit of testing with my det cans on and its now loads faster than in the video.
I think its near ready to race.

http://youtu.be/0s9rFBgdQVQ

KMP

27-02-2012, 05:28 AM

Whoa that video is epic, great news Allan - You must be really chuffed. Out of interest what are det cans?

Thanks
Kris

CH007

27-02-2012, 07:26 AM

Nice work Allan! Looks to handle really well and if it feels good then thats got to help the times come down

Allan McD

27-02-2012, 07:57 AM

Whoa that video is epic, great news Allan - You must be really chuffed. Out of interest what are det cans?

Thanks
Kris

I was going to explain but I will let you read this.
http://www.enginebasics.com/EFI%20Tuning/Det%20Cans.html
Ps dont you know how to spell google ;)
Allan

bobjonah

27-02-2012, 09:52 AM

Oh come on - who didn't know what Det Cans were ! Oh yea, ME. That is so cool, and low tech, so I can understand it. Just happen to have a Home Depot close by. I wonder what other color hose is available ?

Cheers for that
Bob Jonah

andy b

05-03-2012, 08:34 PM

Glad to see your sorting this beast out, what power do you think its running at the moment?
Great work, we need some more pictures of the car with all the bodywork on.

Cheers andy

Allan McD

05-03-2012, 11:04 PM

I recon its about 300bhp :D
I can run a fair bit more boost yet but it will do for now.
The body work is getting finnished as fast as I can and the paint is in the post so pics soon.
Allan

Allan McD

09-03-2012, 11:54 AM

I have made a bit of progress :D
My fingers are sore rubbing and they are covered in fibre glass and paint :rolleyes:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7209/6966720335_d72fda36cf_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6966720335/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7180/6966720209_af65159638_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6966720209/)

Allan

MattG

09-03-2012, 01:54 PM

love the arches on the arches :) ... looking smart allan .. will pop up and see you later on in the year

Matt

minuki

09-03-2012, 01:59 PM

Looks great! Such a ridiculous wing! I'll need to get some more stickers made up :lol:

Allan McD

09-03-2012, 02:31 PM

Looks great! Such a ridiculous wing! I'll need to get some more stickers made up :lol:

It will look evan more ridiculous when I fit large end plates :D
(plenty room for stickers then)
Allan

TifosiKev

09-03-2012, 03:12 PM

Is this just for sprints and hillclimbs or are you going to have a go at Pikes Peak as well

Allan McD

09-03-2012, 03:38 PM

Is this just for sprints and hillclimbs or are you going to have a go at Pikes Peak as well

I have a full calendar so no Pikes Peak this year maybe next ;).
Heres a pic with my new graphic (my batteries are as light as a baloon :cool:)
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7066/6821037572_d83483cde3_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6821037572/)

Allan

daveyjones

09-03-2012, 06:08 PM

That looks most excellent, will you be attending Loton Park at all ???

Allan McD

09-03-2012, 07:09 PM

That looks most excellent, will you be attending Loton Park at all ???

I will be at Loton 8th-9th April (19th-20th May Probably) 9th-10th June 29th-30th September
Allan

daveyjones

09-03-2012, 07:37 PM

Sounds good, will you be offering advertising space on the car??

Allan McD

09-03-2012, 07:59 PM

Sounds good, will you be offering advertising space on the car??

Yes are you interested.
Allan

daveyjones

09-03-2012, 08:11 PM

Yes, have a think and let me know a rough price.

Allan McD

11-03-2012, 05:18 PM

Just a couple of small jobs and its ready to race :)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7210/6827114342_10033c8798_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6827114342/)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7180/6973213837_54bb13bdef_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/46604465@N05/6973213837/)

Allan