mylittletony
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Oct 10, 2017 18:57:06 GMT
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The latest project for the school motor club, following the departure of the marlin, is this gem of a kitten.
It's absolutely hanging inside and various parts of the body have seen better days. However the chassis seems solid where we can see, it rolls ok despite the flat tyre, the suspension seems tight (in a good way) and the engine turns over and gears engage.
The plan is to get it up on the ramp in the next few weeks, then start stripping it down. 90% of the interior will be going straight in the bin and the body will be coming off to strip and refurb the chassis. We'll then assess and make more of a plan
Pics to follow tomorrow when I can upload from a PC
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mylittletony
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As promised; picachoos!   The interior is very mouldy, so much so I didn't even sit in it and make brm-brmmm noises... New (actually old, but different) seats are already lined up. Carpet is headed for the skip, rear seat likewise.  The carb was loose and just plonked on, I know it's the wrong way round. We need to check the wiring and try and fire it up before we strip it right down.  Some reading has shown that a Weber 34ICH is a suitable upgrade and these were for series land rovers, the club has a history of old land rovers so I've got my fingers crossed there might be one kicking around... Unfortunately a crack/hole in the roof and there was also a roof rack (!) fitted at some point, so we'll need to learn how to repair/patch GRP  It's best side. Wheels are 10" alloy, unsure of the type, possibly KN?  More to follow as it happens! |
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Oh i love Kittens. I almost bought one a while ago. Altho i prefer the estate/van style rear end. Plan was to convert it to electric, enough for 40mph and 20mile range.
Storage space for it was the reason i didnt buy it in the end.
Not sure when ill get a chance to do this tho, but its still on my list of must haves.
Good luck!
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1973 MK1 2600 Capri - Located in Texas
1976 3.0S Capri - X-Pack long term Project
1978 2.0S Capri
1984 Transit County MK2 4x4 LWB 2.5DI
1985 2.8i Special Capri (v8 5.0L)
1986 2.8i Special Capri
1987 280 Turbo Technics Capri
1993 1.8TD P100 - Beater, parts collector
2008 BMW 320i Touring - Daily
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Erm.. bike engine.
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Take the Next slot right coming up on the left.
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Oct 11, 2017 11:22:11 GMT
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The bike engine thing has been done so much. Fun I'm sure tho.  |
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1973 MK1 2600 Capri - Located in Texas
1976 3.0S Capri - X-Pack long term Project
1978 2.0S Capri
1984 Transit County MK2 4x4 LWB 2.5DI
1985 2.8i Special Capri (v8 5.0L)
1986 2.8i Special Capri
1987 280 Turbo Technics Capri
1993 1.8TD P100 - Beater, parts collector
2008 BMW 320i Touring - Daily
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Oct 11, 2017 13:51:37 GMT
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The repairs to the fibreglass will probably double the strength of the shell, they're not the heaviest lay-ups! Might be an idea to add some reinforcement inside when you do, even steel conduit tube glassed in will help.
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Rover Metro - The TARDIS - brake problems.....Stored
Rover 75 - Barge
MGZTT Cdti 160+ - Winter Hack and Audi botherer...
MGF - The Golden Shot...Stored
Project Minion........
Can you see the theme?
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melle
South West
It'll come out in the wash.
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Oct 11, 2017 14:00:14 GMT
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Some reading has shown that a Weber 34ICH is a suitable upgrade and these were for series land rovers The 34ICH comes in three choke sizes, make sure it's indeed the Landrover type (29mm) you need. |
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