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Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 14th October 2021, 15:14
Replies: 162
Views: 97,219
Posted By jonkoxe
Hi Robin I love the look of wires on the...

Hi Robin
I love the look of wires on the Roadster.
When I originally built my roadster back in 1986 I fitted adaptors and wires like you.
WARNING: Make sure the wire wheel seats correctly onto...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 18th March 2021, 13:06
Replies: 162
Views: 97,219
Posted By jonkoxe
You could also consider these from Car Builder...

You could also consider these from Car Builder Solutions. Probably the smallest available. Think about the fixing method of the PIN. It will need some strengthening as the GRP rear tub will not give...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 20th January 2021, 17:15
Replies: 17
Views: 5,299
Posted By jonkoxe
Would love to see some pictures of that. Would...

Would love to see some pictures of that. Would inspire myself and others to be more creative.
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 20th January 2021, 14:58
Replies: 17
Views: 5,299
Posted By jonkoxe
This M3 powered Sportster recently advertised...

This M3 powered Sportster recently advertised back in October 2020 on Pistonheads was up for £10k. Very nice example with a rather unique opening boot and full wet weather gear of the new style with...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 4th January 2021, 09:21
Replies: 162
Views: 97,219
Posted By jonkoxe
That's not an escort tank!

Hi Robin
What you have there is not an Escort van fuel tank. Looks quite different, which could explain the unorthodox fitting method. Keep an eye on eBay as the escort tanks do come up now and...
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 30th April 2020, 13:01
Replies: 8
Views: 2,582
Posted By jonkoxe
2.5 litre Duratec. You won't regret it. Plenty of...

2.5 litre Duratec. You won't regret it. Plenty of tuning part suppliers around so lots of upgrade options. Tried and tested path so loads of info out there for support. When you get bored with the...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 24th July 2019, 17:53
Replies: 554
Views: 259,923
Posted By jonkoxe
Hi Mick. The latest version of the "old Skool"...

Hi Mick.
The latest version of the "old Skool" mini was fuel injected. SPi (single point) or MPi (multipoint). The tank looked identical to the carb versions except for the fuel return pipe that you...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 23rd July 2019, 16:01
Replies: 554
Views: 259,923
Posted By jonkoxe
This is most likely a fuel return pipe. Common...

This is most likely a fuel return pipe. Common practice for carbs with a return system or fuel injection. What car is the tank originally from?
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 5th January 2018, 16:20
Replies: 104
Views: 29,588
Posted By jonkoxe
Interesting that you chose this Youtube video....

Interesting that you chose this Youtube video. Clearly a car that is registered as something it is most definitely not!! Apparently this is a 1500cc Riley.
Did you did this just to please Mr...
Forum: General Build Chat 5th January 2018, 09:43
Replies: 11
Views: 3,941
Posted By jonkoxe
Pilkington glass offer an extensive array of...

Pilkington glass offer an extensive array of classic windscreens and will also undertake bespoke manufacture or one-offs.
Start with looking at their classic and kit car section. No dimensions I am...
Forum: Sammio Builds and discussions 5th January 2018, 09:38
Replies: 104
Views: 29,588
Posted By jonkoxe
Pilgrim Hawthorn I reckon. Morris Marina based AC...

Pilgrim Hawthorn I reckon. Morris Marina based AC Ace (ish!) look-a-like.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 11th December 2015, 11:24
Replies: 18
Views: 6,442
Posted By jonkoxe
Anybody know this Kobra - eBay

Hi

Does anybody on here know anything about this Kobra on eBay please. Looks really nicely finished and built on the best donor imoa.
http://r.ebay.com/pdNWYo
I really like the front spoiler...
Forum: General chatter 1st October 2015, 08:39
Replies: 1
Views: 2,277
Posted By jonkoxe
Breather pipe

Breather pipe
Forum: Marlin Sportster, Cabrio, Berlinetta and Roadster builds 15th September 2015, 14:47
Replies: 4
Views: 3,635
Posted By jonkoxe
Lambretta Air Scoop

I was looking at something similar for the Roadster and I came across these which I thought looked quite period and more importantly..... cheap!

This one is for the series 3 Lambretta but they do...
Forum: Vintage and Classic Roadster Kit Car Builds 16th July 2015, 11:34
Replies: 377
Views: 150,975
Posted By jonkoxe
Well the website is still live... ...

Well the website is still live...
http://www.corsaspyder.com/
Forum: General chatter 13th May 2015, 15:35
Replies: 5
Views: 3,392
Posted By jonkoxe
What is the problem

Hi
You don't say what the actual problem is. Will the engine actually start? Does it start and run like a dog? Not too sure what I am trying to diagnose right now. One thing that will help though...
Forum: General chatter 12th May 2015, 09:31
Replies: 5
Views: 3,392
Posted By jonkoxe
Hi Dave, Firstly, what is it on the carb that...

Hi Dave,
Firstly, what is it on the carb that you are trying to wire up. Is it an electronic choke or maybe an anti run-on solenoid?? Knowing this would help to diagnose.
Forum: General Build Chat 14th November 2012, 12:43
Replies: 2
Views: 6,249
Posted By jonkoxe
Hi Dave7, This is most likely a JPR Wildcat....

Hi Dave7,

This is most likely a JPR Wildcat. These were built in the UK by John Randell at a factory based at the Goodwood Circuit. They were typically based on Cortina running gear but John...
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