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Good work! What was the method you used for removing the sound deadening? It's not a job I'm looking forward to! Both bumper bars are off and won't be going back on :-) You've missed out on the right time of year. I had great fun when we were deep in snow a couple months back with a hammer and chisel taking the sound deadening out of a mates mini. Came out no problem. I've had a really big urge this past week to get a mk1 mr2, and this thread isn't helping. I like what you're doing. The only problem being I can't afford to run two cars and have a project car and I can't bring myself to sell the Viva, although I am considering it Really do like this project though. I'll keep my eye on it.
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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I wish something retro and brown would fall into my lap for £85. Love that colour, always wanted a mini in that brown. Not totally sure on the rims, I'd like to see what it looks like on wide 13" revos with a slam
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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That is awesomely cool!
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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While I haven't yet managed to go in search of a battery, time seems to be more precious than money at the moment, the alternator is at least on its way - thanks sheffieldcortinacentre Best news at the moment though is my new head is finally being modified! Still need to get round to calling webcon to see where my 40dcoe rebuild kit has got to, also need to get a few little bits and trumpets etc. And then I might be getting another 1256 engine as well and completely stripping and rebuilding that just so I know I have a good engine to put it on. Can't wait for a few more horses and that weber sound!
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Yeah it works but the upgrade is just to create a comfort zona kinda thing. LOVE the colour of your Chevette by the way would still like a saloon myself.
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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There's nothing wrong with it exactly, but it is still a little underpowered. At times it can cause problems until it warms up properly when all the electrics are going (although not much more than standard). However there is also the possibility of a fairly large sub and amp and a few more speakers being added, and that caused mayhem on my mini. I'd just rather have a bit more than I need to give me some leeway. Although I will be replacing the alternator with standard, so it's just the battery that will be upgraded if I can find one suitable.
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Jan 31, 2010 23:10:54 GMT
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It appears i have the ac delco alternator with two plugs. I'll send you a pm about buying one.
As for batteries, i took a look around halfrauds and they had nothing of suitable size. ill get myself to SE Tyres and see if they can help, otherwise i'll just continue searching.
Thanks
Oli
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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I'll take a look tomorrow morning and post back. Thanks.
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Give someone a chance you posted your message as 11:49 and then this here at 12:53 saying its not that's active... blimey man give people a chance!!! Youff of today I ask you Errrm, not exactly what I meant there. That wasn't me having a go at the Viva Forum, far from it. But as you know the Viva Forum can go for a while without a thread being posted on, whereas obviously there are many more active people on here at a given time. Hence, if I'm looking for a fairly quick answer, it makes sense to post the question on this forum as well as the car specific forum. As it happens I have got no replies to the thread on the Viva Forum. So clearly posting here was the right thing to do. Gahhhh, old timers, always jumping to conclusions! Anyway, thanks for the replies. I'll get down to Halfords tomorrow and do some searching for a battery. However I found the fault with the alternator once I managed to jump the car. There were some odd things happening with the battery, turns out the alternator was putting a charge of nearly 18V across it at idle. So not a happy battery, it's bubbling slightly out of one cell. So back on to alternators, I'll look at getting a magnum one, but I'm not sure my cables and wires will be rated high enough to take it as its just a 1256 Delux - can anyone confirm either way? Don't want to fry my electrics. Otherwise there is a small selection of remanufactured ones on Ebay. Ones for the 1256 ranging from £59 to £78, and one for a 1800 Viva at £32. Seems a bit odd to me. Other than that I'll give the earths around the engine bay a going over again. Thanks Oli
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Jan 30, 2010 11:53:13 GMT
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Upgrading Alternator and Battery - What are the options?
*Just posted this on the Viva Owners Club, but as it's not that active and I'm looking for a fairly quick answer, thought I'd try here too*
My alternators on its way out, so as I'll be replacing it anyway, I was wondering what options there are for getting an upgraded one?
I got an upgraded one for my mini and it made quite a difference, so it would be useful for the Viva as it doesn't much like having all the electrics on. But I wouldn't know where to look.
Also, while I'm at it I was thinking about getting a better battery. Again on the mini, a popular upgrade is to fit a 306TDI battery and is a useful upgrade. Already tried this battery but it's too big. So what batteries will fit in the Viva battery slot? Has anyone on here done this to there's?
Many thanks
Oli
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Dec 19, 2009 19:09:38 GMT
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havent updated this in a while, but then nothing has really happened. still on the look out for most stuff. Got my student loan now though so I will call up my mate to start work on modifying a new viva head, as long as i remember to do so. also got a rebuild kit coming for the weber so work can get started on that. and soon i should be getting a 4 branch manifold too. all a matter of time but at last there's a chance of progress. Still on the look out for slot mags too, then i can get the shortened springs and new shocks. however i need to keep some attention going to my mini. need to find a whole new shell for that money money money
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Dec 19, 2009 18:45:24 GMT
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Good good, another Viva. Have you got any plans or are you keeping it completely original? Looks nice, and I'm jealous of your lack of two extra doors ;D Would love to put vinyl on mine. Maybe in the distant future when i have the time, money and other cars to use while i rebuild it. Currently mine is stuck in some snow at the bottom of a fairly small hill. Haven't been able to go more than 10 meters in the last 4 days! Its driving me mad watching modern FWD hatches go up and down all day
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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got such a hankering for old mercs after a few threads on here! they never interested me before. one day...
yours looks so nice!
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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I'd sell all the organs I could possibly manage without to get my hands on that! I think I'm in love!
Good luck for the last few minutes!
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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My brother had one of these some 10 years ago, same reg and colour. I loved it back then, got some fond memories. He had to get rid of it in the end, had a little bump and just couldn't afford the insurance anymore. For that reason I'm quite keen on xr3's, will probably get one one day. Have thought about it but I've suffered the same fate as my brother
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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i like it like that too. all it needs is an almighty hit with the stick, matt black bonnet, maybe something doing with the wheels then continue to let it get tatty and add random graffiti things. win potential!
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Oct 30, 2009 17:01:44 GMT
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Nice collection of cars and i love that rover interior! ;D
With regards to your sudden light failure problem, I've been there in my Mini, doing 50+ down a narrow country road at the dead of night. Very brown trouser moment. Just tried to keep it in a straight line and slammed on the brakes as hard as possible without locking up. luckily got away with it. Turned out to be eternally dodgy contacts in the switch that for some reason i just couldnt fix. ended up getting some second hand ones that did the same before i thought the risk wasnt worth it and bought a brand new one (albeit for silly money for a simple rocker switch!)
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Oct 26, 2009 17:43:19 GMT
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I've just signed up to Retro Car Club but can't post so I guess I'm still being verified. But I'd be interested in this. My car's at home in Tunbridge Wells and I'm at uni in Brighton so if the meet is anywhere around either place I'd be interested in joining in.
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Oct 11, 2009 15:04:25 GMT
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a car i'd kill for! sweeeeet ride!
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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Jul 23, 2009 16:27:18 GMT
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My brother got one not long ago, it is sweeeeeet. But he 'says' he has to sell it as he cant keep it running and in good condition I showed him this thread hoping he might keep it but don't think he's changed his mind. Not sure when he's selling but if anyones interested i'll find out. Its in great condition too. anyways, absolutely lovely 6. I'll keep track of this thread, BBS's and a slight dro[ will look awesome!
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Project Diary1975 Viva / 1988 T25 Camper / 1989 Mini / 1991 MX5 / 1992 Mini / 1994 Saab 9000 / 1997 Saab 9000 / 2008 Saab 9-5
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