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Old 15th May 2013, 09:21
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I must add that Phoenix isn't a new addition to the range but to our own demonstration squad.
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Old 15th May 2013, 21:23
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AndyP57 - Looks like good progress is being made at Ribble HQ.

Seeing the Cordite demonstrator on sale has reminded me of one other question I forgot to ask the other day...

Do you hear anything from the other Cordite builders?

There hasn't been an update on some of the original build threads in months now.

Just curious to see how they are getting on really.

Cheers, Paul.
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Old 15th May 2013, 21:25
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AndyP57 - Looks like good progress is being made at Ribble HQ.

Seeing the Cordite demonstrator on sale has reminded me of one other question I forgot to ask the other day...

Do you hear anything from the other Cordite builders?

There hasn't been an update on some of the original build threads in months now.

Just curious to see how they are getting on really.

Cheers, Paul.
I myself haven't heard anything of the Cordite builders mate but hopefully AndyP57 has. I would of liked to of seen the others on here!
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Old 15th May 2013, 21:47
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Hey Paul,

Yep, apart from yourself it's very quiet on the Cordite front

My own build was put on hold last year shortly after AndyP57 delivered my kit. When i got into the Sammio thing I had a garage and plenty of free time but that changed with the arrival of my daughter and the subsequent house extension to house her

The garage made way for the extension and even though i'm full of admiration for you building without one but it's certainly not something I fancy doing

I'm hoping a new garage will be built in the next couple of months and i'll then be able to kick off the build. It was always planned to be a long build, good job really!

Still waiting on some bits from Ribble as well which AndyP57 knows all about
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Old 16th May 2013, 09:41
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Hi Paul,

I'm still lurking around here. I've been making progress with my cordite, all be it very slowly. I'll update my thread soon with the latest but as with craigt family stuff (my wedding mostly!) is slowing me down and sapping funding.

Project has turned into a full nut and bolt rebuild with the latest estimate being a rolling chassis and running gear in the Autumn followed by frame and body fitting and then completion next summer (if i'm lucky).

I know you've had trouble getting your engine started...I have no idea when my was last started but my best estimate is somewhere in the 90's!
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Old 16th May 2013, 15:34
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Exclamation Update

NEWS UPDATE!!

For those of you who wanted to know what happened to the Cordite, I manage to find this one image I took.

This was a sad day when the very last shell to be pulled from the Cordite mould arrived at the workshop and the Cordites fate was ultimately decided..

As you can clearly see, it practically took pieces of the mould with it! (Note, the blue patch on the rear was a part of the 'de-humping process)


Rear of the shell..(Note, the blue patch was part of the De-humping process!)



AndyP57 and Viatron can fill in the blanks and give a more detailed account....

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It does look a mess but when we get the moulds finished, the difference will be so worthwhile. Mac (Viatron) has written a very good account of the process and all will come together as a single thread for all to see soon.
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Old 16th May 2013, 17:04
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What number did you get up to in the end before the mould was decommissioned? I know I'm no. 13...
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Old 16th May 2013, 18:43
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Not with the records right now but I seem to remember it being 16 but One of those were on hold so will get the new shell.
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Old 16th May 2013, 19:55
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CraigT & Adam1979 - In my world, family comes first, which is one of the many reasons my project is taking so long.
But it is definitely worth waiting for a garage Craig, as attempting to build outside is a biblically dumb idea!
Adam I get the feeling you'd have a better idea how to get an engine to start after decades compared to my months!

Andy & Andy - Don't get me wrong, I am 100% behind your ideas to rework the shell & internal framework.
Clearly the original Cordite builders are going to be a very select few compared to Spyder/Pilot & Navigator builds.

It will be a nice milestone when the first one is actually on the road.

Cheers, Paul.
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Old 16th May 2013, 20:00
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CraigT & Adam1979 - In my world, family comes first, which is one of the many reasons my project is taking so long.
But it is definitely worth waiting for a garage Craig, as attempting to build outside is a biblically dumb idea!
Adam I get the feeling you'd have a better idea how to get an engine to start after decades compared to my months!

Andy & Andy - Don't get me wrong, I am 100% behind your ideas to rework the shell & internal framework.
Clearly the original Cordite builders are going to be a very select few compared to Spyder/Pilot & Navigator builds.

It will be a nice milestone when the first one is actually on the road.

Cheers, Paul.
Watch this space for the new one, I can see that being more successful than Cordite ever was!
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Old 17th June 2013, 23:35
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Talking The News 17/06/13

And now the news,

and we start with our turnkey line.

We have been cracking on getting all the turnkeys done at a similar time to each other. Today saw our #1 turnkey receive its body, which we put on for a trial fit as it is the first car to have the new frame....... and it fits like a glove with no 'swearing' needed and the seating position is slightly lower than normal thanks to the new floor pans.

A few images of the car with the body on (not bonded).

Note: There are a couple of voids but these will subsequently 'disappear'






And obviously the 'silly' shot



A very dusty AndyP57!



Also we are looking forward to receiving our special delivery later this week, more on that in the very near future!

As always, if I have missed anything then AndyP57 will fill the blanks in.
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I think I can see a couple of hairline scratches on the o/s rear wing that may need a smear of knifing putty prior to paint. Apart from that it looks perfect!
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Old 17th June 2013, 23:45
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Thanks T,

there's a bit of work to be done, but we are happy with it
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I think I can see a couple of hairline scratches on the o/s rear wing that may need a smear of knifing putty prior to paint. Apart from that it looks perfect!
The master of understatement strikes again........
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Old 18th June 2013, 09:08
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Aye, That's the reason this one was pulled from the sale batch. Unfortunately the mould had to be moved after gelling and before laying up so the gel moved. Rather than scrap it we thought we'd use it for our own line. Glad to say the new frame does its job admirably and the full sized floor pand make seating even lower than before. Up to now, this build (and number 2 which is following close behind) has been hassle free
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Looking good. Could you give us pic of the floorpans, please.
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Old 24th June 2013, 15:44
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We've just waved goodbye to a kit we believe will be the furthest build. This one is going to be packed on a boat travelling to Brisbane Australia and I do hope the builder joins us on the forum.

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Bye bye
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Don't forget to load the front end!
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