thescrapman Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 858 wrote:Headlights are crapGet a set of Cibies, but make sure they are the right ones, which sadly are the expensive (relatively) ones.Less that £100 a set.massive improvement.CheersColin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 I'll second the Cibies recommendation.As for my list of stuff - I need to fit EFI - taking a week off work in September to do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reg Barton Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 Thanks Guys - my friend (and mechanic) also tells me to get the Cibies. Anyone know what the part/model number is that I need for twin-filament outers? Chris the mechanic says he has a pair of unused inners "on the shelf" that I can have!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 Chris Witor sells them - and they're pretty much the best price you can get. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyb Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 Well just over a month to go, so I suppose it's time to start our prep!As Colin has already indicated, we've abandoned plans to use the 1300tc. This is due to it needing a complete mechanical rebuild and although the bodywork is sound, I suspect that most of my repairs from 20+ years ago may now need re-visiting to bring them up to current MOT standards!So last Saturday, we exhumed my Dolly Sprint. Off the road since 2001, it needs a complete brake overhaul. Initial checks also revealed a small bit of welding required inside the o/s/r wheelarch, leaky axle hub & pinion oil seals, a defective horn and a lumpy front wheel bearing. It'll also benefit from some cosmetic paintwork and a set of new tyres.40 days to go - Hmmmn . . . . . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 still have to drop off shit brown acclaim! will tomorrow be alright regards michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeyb Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 sorry no can do, still no room on the drive - too much gravel you see . . . . . . . . . . . . . . :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goody Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 Went to the doctor yesterday, big cast removed. "The Finger" looks good. So far the severed part is re attaching. Only small bandage on the one finger. Go back in 4 weeks for a final check. The pin will be removed then. I am able to do more now, should be able to do more soon. ' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyk5614 Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 having set fire to them on the San Bernardino (the old one - not the motorway!), I need new brake pads. Anyone recommend what is best to do with Spitfires these days? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velocita Rosso Posted August 21, 2010 Share Posted August 21, 2010 mintex m1155s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenV8Machine Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 using m1155s on the Spitfire, GT6 and 2000. I had smoke piling off the brakes on the 10CR (as a few will confirm) and very little fade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTRoger Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 I'll go out searching my GT6 today.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenV8Machine Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 searching for it? or searching problems out on it? :-/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTRoger Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 Both Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenV8Machine Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 lol ;D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTRoger Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 Found it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTRoger Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 Started working on the GT today. It fired up straight away after 5 months not having moved at all. Been playing with the CRX seats and Golf radiator. We have to make up some brackets and stuff in the following days so the modern gear can be fitted to the old car. Also took the interior out for the gearbox change. RBRR here we come! ;D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyk5614 Posted August 22, 2010 Share Posted August 22, 2010 GT6_User_and_Abuser wrote:using m1155s on the Spitfire, GT6 and 2000. I had smoke piling off the brakes on the 10CR (as a few will confirm) and very little fade."M1144 is mostly aimed at fast road use although M1155 can also be used on the road if bedded in properly." according to the first google result. http://www.motorsportworld.co.uk/frame-detail.asp?PAGE=/mintex-brake-pads.htmHow do you find them in cold road use?Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenV8Machine Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 Super duper! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve28 Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 1874 wrote:Dolomite 1500se Just a few things to doSome welding,brakes,diff oil seal, gearbox mounting,exhaust,service,2 tyres, insurance, test, tax. it does start up though, suppose id best be getting started not long now Stevefrom 28th apr [as above] till now all ive done is take off 2 doors and bonnet and park it in the garage.time has flown by so now got a week off work to get it into some sort of shape for the mot.it will be legal and running in time for the rbrr but wont look pretty but who cares :)any way must go work to dosteve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenV8Machine Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 just get it on the road. Im usually building my car hald way round events! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted August 23, 2010 Share Posted August 23, 2010 GT6_User_and_Abuser wrote:just get it on the road. Im usually building my car hald way round events! ;)(or having it recovered)! regards michael Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenV8Machine Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 Now you look here Hogan! Ill have none of your tripe mr! >:( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveKent Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 hmm, just dragged (literally) my spit from the back garden cos it's time to get my act together with regards RBRR prep. after a few minutes poking around it i see that i need; new headlights, new petrol tank, yet another set of driveshaft ujs, new front quarter valances, a new indicator switch, new wiper blades, full wheel alignment and balance, new rear wings, a full service and an MOT, plus tax and insurance. so who knows what i'll find when i have a proper look around it!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard Posted August 24, 2010 Share Posted August 24, 2010 Install very large sign " Only fill with Petrol" :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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