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Forum: General Build Chat 5th March 2024, 19:57
Replies: 2
Views: 278
Posted By peterux
Hi Robin, my ETB temp gauge is 40 to 120...

Hi Robin,
my ETB temp gauge is 40 to 120 degrees C.
They do variety of bezels and colours if that helps?
My engine thermostat is 88 degees C. so matches well.
...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 2nd March 2024, 19:52
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
The hood is the last big piece but I still have a...

The hood is the last big piece but I still have a few other things to do before I would say it's finished :eyebrows:

The reversing and fog lights come from ebay like these....
...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 2nd March 2024, 19:36
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
Hi Amir, no I hadn't considered modifying the...

Hi Amir, no I hadn't considered modifying the frame, opting to keep to John Barlow's design to keep it simple.
I did see something about this in your recent article in the owners magazine but the...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 2nd March 2024, 19:28
Replies: 160
Views: 96,145
Posted By peterux
A brilliant bit of lateral thinking and...

A brilliant bit of lateral thinking and repurposing!
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 29th February 2024, 17:07
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
Potpourri

A little 'potpourri' of updates from my garage..........

I've finished off the hood header rail and given it a few coats of paint.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53559830878_0e173b7abf.jpg...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 14th February 2024, 14:47
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
:nod: yes, John Barlow was quite specific how he...

:nod: yes, John Barlow was quite specific how he expected his cars to be built!
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 12th February 2024, 11:24
Replies: 114
Views: 42,994
Posted By peterux
Do you have dual filament headlamp bulbs? Maybe...

Do you have dual filament headlamp bulbs?
Maybe dipped is staying on with main beam which will fry your bulbs.
If not this then maybe time to check the output voltage of your alternator.
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 10th February 2024, 21:39
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
Hood frame preparation

Time for a small update.......

Since the New Year, I've been focussing my efforts on fitting a badge bar with driving lights and preparing the hood frame before the new hood is fitted in the...
Forum: Seven Style builds 16th January 2024, 18:51
Replies: 122
Views: 64,758
Posted By peterux
That happened to me a couple of times during my...

That happened to me a couple of times during my 'extended' build.
If it helps, I think my Securon belts came in white boxes with black printing.
Hoping that might help you find them. :icon_wink:
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 14th January 2024, 10:33
Replies: 160
Views: 96,145
Posted By peterux
Wow, that's the bees knees !

Wow, that's the bees knees !
Forum: General chatter 6th January 2024, 11:40
Replies: 1
Views: 1,424
Posted By peterux
Not really my cup of tea, but the quality of...

Not really my cup of tea, but the quality of execution is fantastic. Well done for a high quality build!
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 12th December 2023, 20:01
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
Enamelled Bonnet Badge

I have had an enamelled bonnet badge made by Pamela David Enamels, It was handmade from brass before being chromium plated and glass enamelled. Fantastic quality!
...
Forum: Seven Style builds 19th November 2023, 19:55
Replies: 122
Views: 64,758
Posted By peterux
And I'm afraid it's not just the...

And I'm afraid it's not just the French..............:sorry:
My German designed BMW M52 engine has m7 exhaust manifold studs and nuts.
https://live.staticflickr.com/1839/43890705621_36202b6de0.jpg...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 31st October 2023, 09:22
Replies: 160
Views: 96,145
Posted By peterux
Nice work Robin, looking really smart! :tea:

Nice work Robin, looking really smart! :tea:
Forum: Seven Style builds 29th October 2023, 20:53
Replies: 122
Views: 64,758
Posted By peterux
Enjoying your updates, thanks for posting them 👍

Enjoying your updates, thanks for posting them 👍
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 8th October 2023, 22:04
Replies: 160
Views: 96,145
Posted By peterux
That's looking nice and shiny :bounce:

That's looking nice and shiny :bounce:
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 1st October 2023, 17:25
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
Not a lot of car news as I've been catching up on...

Not a lot of car news as I've been catching up on some overdue DIY and gardening :juggle:

But I did manage to get to my first show which was my local Classis Cars and village fete.
...
Forum: Seven Style builds 6th September 2023, 23:38
Replies: 122
Views: 64,758
Posted By peterux
Highcliffe-on-sea, Dorset

Highcliffe-on-sea, Dorset
Forum: Seven Style builds 6th September 2023, 20:30
Replies: 122
Views: 64,758
Posted By peterux
Dutton RIP

Hi Mick,
spotted this lying by the side of the road whilst on holiday...........

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53168415442_efa3b27c9b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2p1j2xY)RIP Dutton...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 21st August 2023, 21:47
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
Registered

I finally got my Royale Sabre registered with the DVLA .:eusa_dance:
BUT not without a couple of issues....
My first application was rejected because they wanted a receipt for the chassis from the...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 21st August 2023, 21:31
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
Thanks, Biggles. Better get on with that build...

Thanks, Biggles. Better get on with that build or you'll be too old to get in and out of an Eleven :heh:
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 2nd August 2023, 18:29
Replies: 4
Views: 7,345
Posted By peterux
It's a long time ago but, I think you can screw...

It's a long time ago but, I think you can screw the bush tubes in or out on the top suspension wishbone.
You have to first remove the long rod that holds the upper wishbone in place to rotate the...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 31st July 2023, 11:59
Replies: 580
Views: 223,699
Posted By peterux
Sounds like a fantastic adventure!! It must...

Sounds like a fantastic adventure!!
It must have been a great feeling parked in those historic pits.
I am struck by how 'ordinary' most cars looked compared to yours.

Great photo's ,...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 23rd July 2023, 11:52
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
IVA corrections (Part 3)

(okay, so Part 2 posted okay, so I'll carry on..........)

Following the external checks I was asked drive the car on to the ramp and remain in the car. He then raised the car on the ramp and I...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 23rd July 2023, 11:05
Replies: 647
Views: 691,241
Posted By peterux
IVA Corrections (Part 2)

(Okay, so Part 1 posted okay, I had to leave out apostrophes so apologies for the grammar)

So after checking the interior, he then checked all the exterior. I had put little covers over the ends...
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