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Author: | Carledo [ Thu Feb 21, 2019 9:18 pm ] |
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Is it worth pointing out that the TR7 uses an upper arm with 2 round bushes on an axle which is otherwise located pretty much the same as a Dolomite's? Not that the TR7 is without problems, the high roll centre being one! But I had also considered putting round bushes on the rear of the upper arms myself, with built in length adjustment like the tie bars on the rear of a rotoflex GT6, as an answer to the massive axle tramp I was getting on the Carledo when deploying the brake line lock in anger. However I got some super hard Superflex poly bushes for the upper arms (both ends) which has minimised (but not COMPLETELY stopped) the tramp so I left that plan in favour of the cheaper and simpler bush swap. Now I have to admit that i'm a trial and error engineer and whilst I can see that there IS a twisting element on both upper and lower arms, during cornering for example, when the axle is not parallel with the body, the doughnut bushes in the upper arms allow them to twist without stress, but there is no such provision in the lower arms. Is this another contributory factor for lower arm failure on tuned and competition Sprints? I'm well aware that beefing up one part to reduce the risk of premature failure just transfers the risk to a different part. But short of re-engineering the entire system I don't see a solution. Truthfully though, i'm yet to have anything fail on the rear end of the Carledo, despite massive abuse with the line lock and wheelspinning starts, it's still on it's original 1973 trailing arms. So I'm adopting the mechanic's mantra, "if it ain't broke.........." Steve |
Author: | lazeruspete [ Sat Sep 21, 2019 3:12 pm ] |
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Hello All! I hope you're ok, and you had a good summer. Work has continued since we last spoke, with a significant milestone reached which I am really proud of. Assembling the subframe.... Liberal application of copper grease! https://imgur.com/ZWYr8qE ^ | | | CLICK ME! To answer the queries posed by Steve and Jeroen, we built the rear axle up and fitted it to the shell over the pit. We didn't fit the spring/damper assemblies. We then articulated the suspension throughout its full available range of motion. It turns out that the limiting factor of the assembly's motion is the bodyshell, with it coming into contact with the wheelarches on both sides. Thus, proving that the balljoints and spherical bearings do not limit the motion or bind the assembly. looking snazzy.... SHE'S A ROLLER! The next steps are to start thinking about the interior, fitting the fuel tank, thinking about where fuel lines will go etc. Remember this? And these? That was alot of rivets..... It is booked in to have it's vinyl roof fitted this week, another exciting step! More to come soon..... Thanks, Pete |
Author: | yorkshire_spam [ Fri Sep 18, 2020 9:20 am ] |
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Brilliant! Love the colour |
Author: | lazeruspete [ Fri Sep 18, 2020 10:08 am ] |
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Brilliant! Love the colour
Thanks! I wanted it to be quite 1970's but also different. |
Author: | yorkshire_spam [ Fri Sep 18, 2020 12:28 pm ] |
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Brilliant! Love the colour
Thanks! I wanted it to be quite 1970's but also different. But Beans is more of a TR7 man than Dolomites. |
Author: | lazeruspete [ Fri Sep 18, 2020 2:29 pm ] |
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Quote: Quote: Quote:
Brilliant! Love the colour
Thanks! I wanted it to be quite 1970's but also different. But Beans is more of a TR7 man than Dolomites. Quote:
Silly me!
Is that this one? Here you go.. As I said..fabulous.. My car is kawasaki green but Triton was an option when i was considering colours. |
Author: | new to this [ Fri Sep 18, 2020 8:28 pm ] |
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What are the dimple holes on the rear sheleve for ? what engine are you using Dave |
Author: | lazeruspete [ Sun Sep 20, 2020 10:44 am ] |
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Quote: What are the dimple holes on the rear sheleve for ? what engine are you using Dave The holes themselves are an attempt at saving some weight and adding a bit of flair. The plates themselves are seatbelt anchors. The shoulder belts will affix to the two M10 holes in the leading edge. Engine is C20XE Thanks, Pete |
Author: | new to this [ Sun Sep 20, 2020 4:13 pm ] |
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Quote: Quote: What are the dimple holes on the rear sheleve for ? what engine are you using Dave The holes themselves are an attempt at saving some weight and adding a bit of flair. The plates themselves are seatbelt anchors. The shoulder belts will affix to the two M10 holes in the leading edge. Engine is C20XE Thanks, Pete thanks,,a couple more questions the radiator is that a Saab,the rear disc your using are they sierra ? the flexy hoses to the rear calipers how are you fitting them ,fixing to the body work and drop down to the calipers,or run along the diff ? thanks Dave |
Author: | lazeruspete [ Mon Sep 21, 2020 9:00 am ] |
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Hi Dave, Radiator is Corsa. Rear discs are Sierra. Not sure about brake pipe routing, i'll probably work that out when I get there Thanks for the questions, keep them coming! Thanks, Pete |
Author: | new to this [ Mon Sep 21, 2020 1:00 pm ] |
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Hi Dave,
PeteRadiator is Corsa. Rear discs are Sierra. Not sure about brake pipe routing, i'll probably work that out when I get there Thanks for the questions, keep them coming! Thanks, Pete ive still got to route my rear brakes , not sure cable ties along the diff would be MOT right ? Dave |
Author: | lazeruspete [ Mon Sep 21, 2020 1:31 pm ] |
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Hi Dave, I would imagine that an MOT tester wouldnt mind how they're fixed as long as they're secure, but i would tend to agree that cable ties wouldn't be sufficient. Thanks, Pete |
Author: | lazeruspete [ Mon Nov 22, 2021 12:44 pm ] |
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Hello....! Another horrendous sporadic update for you all... fuel pump packaging and mounting, along with fuel tank > fuel pump line fuel pump packaging along with pump > bulkhead line through bulkhead and onwards through the cabin door hinge painting a snowy picture from last xmas, along with roll cage fitment doors are a real struggle.... https://imgur.com/Dj4JzcR <<<<<<<< video!!!! it's got a face! all of these panels are bolted so can be removed easily if required..... Let me know what you think Incoming: engine, anti roll bar, washer mechanism amongst others! |
Author: | new to this [ Mon Nov 22, 2021 7:08 pm ] |
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The car is looking Great I see your fuel hoses are stainless,are they rubber hoses or the teflon hoses,on my car i used the rubber hoses but changed them for the teflon type,how did you get on with fitting the fittings Dave |
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