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Dec 19, 2021 18:34:34 GMT
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As the Chevy truck is on the back burner for a while (sorry, I mentioned the C word), would it be worth your while to have a shuffle around and move the truck out of the garage and put the Rezin Rocket in it's place? It's cracking on at a good pace and you, I have no doubt, will be working on it throughout winter. Once it's warmer, you can move it back under the car port, where hopefully it should be a lot closer to completion (are these things ever really completed?). Just a thought Good thinking. However. There is too much carp in the garage, and it is as cold inside, sometimes colder than the driveway. I will carry on where I am, and there is the curtain and diesel heater that should make a difference too. Regarding the Chevy, I now need to get it done too. Rezin Rockit first though. It is still fun. |
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Dec 19, 2021 19:13:24 GMT
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This Mazda MX5 continues to impress me. After a long discussion with Paul Y about all sorts of things this morning, one of the things discussed was the imminent death for rebirth of the Canary. I had already driven it up to the farm and checked all functions, finding it is as good as it promises. 68000 miles or 112000km is not a lot for one of these. .jpg) So,I started it up, again the engine fired up like a typical bit of Japanese engineering. Immediately. I then allowed it to run for a while to get up to temperature and tested all functions. It worked as needed. Temperature, Oil pressure etc. Video: One of the thoughts to consider is using the MX5 clocks as it is all matched up to the car and wiring.  And it needs to somehow replace the centre console mounted instruments and still be functional.  A conversation with redratbike Mark resulted in this screen grab….. So maybe it can be done, with a bit of sensibility and finesse  I think it will be an interesting challenge. Like a lot of things. I still had a load of things to try get done, but the chill was bone cutting with the fog thrown in. More in a while. |
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Dec 19, 2021 20:28:10 GMT
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Behind the scenes discussion with nickwheeler today resulted in a message that included the following advice. It would be useful to have a list on a board of what's needed, although Sharpie on the bonnet also works.... Here's a start: Engine, gearbox and engine loom
Radiator and plumbing
Propshaft, although you probably won't use any of it
Fuel tank and fittings
Pedal box, or at least the clutch pedal and master cylinder
Column stalks, or the whole steering column
Instrument cluster
Throttle cable
Body wiring loom
Stuff that will help:
selection of boxes and bags
tags for labelling, although masking tape works
angle grinder, cutting and grinding discs
several pairs of axle stands
chain for the engine - seatbelts also workSo the services, advice, guidance have been reserved. It drove the rest of my day after I had started up and checked the vitals of the car one more time. So I started buy rearranging and clearing a load of stuff in the one side of the garage. Does not look like much happened in the before and after, but I did manage to find some 18 new, unused M12 x1.5mm thread silver anodised closed end wheel nuts. Similar to the black ones fitted to the wheels. Next job will be to find 8 for the rear in a 1.25mm thread pitch and similar style in case there are some cheapies around.  In the end I swept out both garages, cleaned the drill press and all the sharp swarf off the floor, ending with a decent space to lay out parts, including the wiring looms as they get removed from the MX5. Before.  After.  Trust me, it is an improvement. Next job……… The one I was dreading, because I knew it was chaotic and needed to get done. Or else no progress. Unpack the large shed and get right to the back of it to unpack the engine hoist and also the engine stand. I did discover my full sized traffic light that I bought a few years ago (for sale now)  Assembly  Ready to rock and roll.  Plan is to check and service the motor on the engine stand and give the transmission a check over and refresh too, before fitting and bolting down. Makes a lot of sense. Thanks to all the helpers remote and nearby, advising and guiding on even this part of the build. Trying to get it right first time out the gates. Remember the list Nick suggested we work to on the strip down……? Thought I would get arty-farty and start a list.  Weekend over it seems. Again. |
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Dec 19, 2021 20:40:36 GMT
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I'd keep the steering column if nothing else you might want the switch brackets off of it, all the switches, brake master cylinder / servo intake ducts and ignition coils too.
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Dec 19, 2021 20:53:34 GMT
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Q: why are you garaging about dressed as Spiderman?
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Dec 19, 2021 21:19:52 GMT
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And it needs to somehow replace the centre console mounted instruments and still be functional. Use the whole instrument panel and binnacle, but mount it in the centre of the dash where the heater controls are. Move them down, and add whatever Mazda switches are required. That console can go in the bin(without the gauges), and fit a complete dash across the car, rolled underneath to hide all the gubbins. |
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Dec 19, 2021 21:28:01 GMT
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Suggest getting busy with the penetrating oil, give it some time to soak in
Ttfn Glenn
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Dec 19, 2021 21:38:26 GMT
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Dec 19, 2021 21:41:39 GMT
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Hi Grizz,
Just had a quick rootle in the Quality Street tin of wheelbolts. Can happily offer Honda fitting M12 x 1.25 but rounded ends, larger (OZ wheels?) with a shoulder fitting but suspect these are both for alloys ?
Have a look at photos and let me know.
James
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Dec 19, 2021 22:25:31 GMT
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And it needs to somehow replace the centre console mounted instruments and still be functional. Use the whole instrument panel and binnacle, but mount it in the centre of the dash where the heater controls are. Move them down, and add whatever Mazda switches are required. That console can go in the bin(without the gauges), and fit a complete dash across the car, rolled underneath to hide all the gubbins. As above, also pull the heater out, it will be a corroded mess, there is a good chance you might be able to sqeeze the mazda heater in there. |
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Dec 19, 2021 23:32:59 GMT
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I'd be inclined to see if the steering shaft from the MX-5 goes on the splines of the Cortina steering rack, and use the complete MX-5 column and steering wheel assembly  Then mount the cluster in the usual place, and possibly a cut down Mazda dash in there with radio and heater controls swapped over maybe. The more you can use from the Mazda, the easier it will be retaining the body loom  |
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Dec 19, 2021 23:51:01 GMT
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I'd be inclined to see if the steering shaft from the MX-5 goes on the splines of the Cortina steering rack, and use the complete MX-5 column and steering wheel assembly Then mount the cluster in the usual place, and possibly a cut down Mazda dash in there with radio and heater controls swapped over maybe. The more you can use from the Mazda, the easier it will be retaining the body loom That has been the thinking, but the Rockit's windscreen is upright and very close to the wheel, whereas the Mazda one has a much deeper dash. Trying the column is already part of the plan.... |
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Not mentioned specifically on the list, but keep any ECU, ABS, Immobiliser modules at least for now, personally I'd keep the complete electrical system, you can always thin it out later, there's a saying in my trade
"your better looking at it than looking for it"
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Not sure if this has been discussed already, but one of the idiosyncrasies of the MX5 is that you can pretty much lift the body off, leaving a rolling 'chassis' of sorts. Might be worth doing that way so you can park the two chassis next to each other and get a much better idea of where engine mounts etc are to aid visualising how its all going to come together.  Good luck for the next step!! |
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So Today has started thus. Foggy, cold, wet outside, even under the carport it looks like it has been raining.  Usually these are the temperatures that sees the likes of Paul Y and the indestructible Super Fiesta®️ ( and of late nickwheeler )make an appearance to spanner for a day on an American V8 of some sort that I may have bought wearing rose tinted spectacles a few weeks into winter. Like the Not a Project Chevy Blazer. This guy has always got a smile, even when things go badly wrong, he just grins and says something like “well, let’s think about it, we just need to get on and do this thing”   Well, I am still indoors because the fog is thick, wet and cold outside. But I spoke to Paul earlier while he was walking his dogs in a field, and for the first time ever, I heard him say it was cold outside, despite wearing gloves. So maybe I am not as soft as I thought I had become. I will be outside ny 11.00 to start unpacking all the treasures from the big shed though, as I really need to keep the momentum going, both for the build as well as my head. Later. At least when they remake Steptoe and Son they know who to cast for the role of the old man….. P.  |
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Dec 20, 2021 10:57:53 GMT
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I'd keep the steering column if nothing else you might want the switch brackets off of it, all the switches, brake master cylinder / servo intake ducts and ignition coils too. Absolutely. nickwheeler is like Big Brother when it comes to seeing every penny and washer to be used because they were paid for already. I am thankful as it is mostly the way my head works, but having an auditor look over your shoulder who is also an old skool rodder at heart, is great. Q: why are you garaging about dressed as Spiderman? We all need a Super Hero, don’t you? And it needs to somehow replace the centre console mounted instruments and still be functional. Use the whole instrument panel and binnacle, but mount it in the centre of the dash where the heater controls are. Move them down, and add whatever Mazda switches are required. That console can go in the bin(without the gauges), and fit a complete dash across the car, rolled underneath to hide all the gubbins. Agreed, and it is such a mess there right now that pretty much anything I do will be an improvement. The dash certainly needs a complete make over and cover up. Suggest getting busy with the penetrating oil, give it some time to soak in Ttfn Glenn Hmmmmmmmmm……? Great advice, but may be too late to start now. May go down later today if I have time. Use the whole instrument panel and binnacle, but mount it in the centre of the dash where the heater controls are. Move them down, and add whatever Mazda switches are required. That console can go in the bin(without the gauges), and fit a complete dash across the car, rolled underneath to hide all the gubbins. As above, also pull the heater out, it will be a corroded mess, there is a good chance you might be able to sqeeze the mazda heater in there. Being harvested, but….. Heater and blower unit are destined as retrofit upgrade for a C10 truck. They are a direct bolt in and gives 4 speed control. I am not going to bother with a heater or blower, when there are no doors, roof or much protection. I'd be inclined to see if the steering shaft from the MX-5 goes on the splines of the Cortina steering rack, and use the complete MX-5 column and steering wheel assembly Then mount the cluster in the usual place, and possibly a cut down Mazda dash in there with radio and heater controls swapped over maybe. The more you can use from the Mazda, the easier it will be retaining the body loom Yes, will be doing that. I'd be inclined to see if the steering shaft from the MX-5 goes on the splines of the Cortina steering rack, and use the complete MX-5 column and steering wheel assembly Then mount the cluster in the usual place, and possibly a cut down Mazda dash in there with radio and heater controls swapped over maybe. The more you can use from the Mazda, the easier it will be retaining the body loom That has been the thinking, but the Rockit's windscreen is upright and very close to the wheel, whereas the Mazda one has a much deeper dash. Trying the column is already part of the plan.... Sounds like a plan. Not mentioned specifically on the list, but keep any ECU, ABS, Immobiliser modules at least for now, personally I'd keep the complete electrical system, you can always thin it out later, there's a saying in my trade " you’re better looking at it than looking for it" Possibly the quote of the build and week for me jimi Not sure if this has been discussed already, but one of the idiosyncrasies of the MX5 is that you can pretty much lift the body off, leaving a rolling 'chassis' of sorts. Might be worth doing that way so you can park the two chassis next to each other and get a much better idea of where engine mounts etc are to aid visualising how its all going to come together. Good luck for the next step!! Not sure just how far the dismantle will go as kevfromwales will need to be able to collect what is left on his trailer to weigh in as per our agreement. If he eventually decides he does not want it, or has no interest, it may have to be removed in some other manner. As my young friend Paul Y says: ONWARDS AND UPWARDS. |
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Dec 20, 2021 10:59:08 GMT
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So Today has started thus. At least when they remake Steptoe and Son they know who to cast for the role of the old man….. P. Indeed mate, and I would be pointing them straight at you. |
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Dec 20, 2021 11:03:03 GMT
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Hi Grizz, Just had a quick rootle in the Quality Street tin of wheelbolts. Can happily offer Honda fitting M12 x 1.25 but rounded ends, larger (OZ wheels?) with a shoulder fitting but suspect these are both for alloys ? Have a look at photos and let me know. James Hi James, Thank you for the offer. I will get back to you if that is OK. I will have a scour around these parts to see if anything shows up, including a visit to the metal recycling yard that I used to go to, they have changed owners and methods, but you never know. The local scrapyard does not like me, not sure they like anyone tbh. |
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Dec 20, 2021 11:48:09 GMT
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Spiderman teams up with Steptoe ... hhhmmm, wonder if MARVEL have thought of that one .... |
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Dec 20, 2021 12:54:59 GMT
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Spiderman teams up with Steptoe ... hhhmmm, wonder if MARVEL have thought of that one .... You can imagine the meeting: wonk: We've come up with a new poly super hero called Stepman !! He stairs people to death (  ) Boss: I hate it. Make some changes Wonk: Spidertoe Boss: That's even worse. Go away |
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