The Super Nuova...
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Mmm, tacky.
Seriously, it looks good, and I bet it was big boost to how you feel about the project.Comment
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Wheres that store? Someday I should try and take a picture next to it!
It really was a good feeling. The rockers are going to be an even bigger adventure, and one I will have to tackle 100% on my own, so we'll see how it goes then. I'll probably drive the car for a little bit after Kevan gives it backSimon
Current Cars:
-1966 Lotus Elan
-1986 German Car
-2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
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Make a quick little video with a lot of stuff you've seen but some stuff you havent.
Simon
Current Cars:
-1966 Lotus Elan
-1986 German Car
-2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
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Well... two more weeks without the car, but since my buddy is daily driving it he wanted to address something that was bothering him; the throttle pedal. He spent a few minutes designing a plate that relocates the pedal to make heel-toe easier and a more comfortable position.
Heres what he started with
Heres the initial design. It needed one revision but this was about it
Piece mocked up
Final position
Simon
Current Cars:
-1966 Lotus Elan
-1986 German Car
-2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
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Some engine related updates...
One small package arrived and didnt take up any noticeable difference in the garage...
Another one definitely will be noticeable.
Simon
Current Cars:
-1966 Lotus Elan
-1986 German Car
-2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
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Before you install it I'd love to see you grill on the oil pan, provided it has that classic finned one.Comment
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One week later
Hoping to get this up on the engine stand here this weekend and start the teardown and rebuild of the bottom end!
Its about to get real serious
Simon
Current Cars:
-1966 Lotus Elan
-1986 German Car
-2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
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So I got lucky and used my charm to convince an old guy on the AlfaBB to let me use his Alfa engine support bar but I needed to get it drilled out. Charlie Sh3rpak!ng just restored an old American drill press so this was the perfect opportunity to test it out.
Drilled 4 of the 6 holes I wanted with no issue. I had to drill the other two myself and it took quite a bit longer but still was relatively easy.
Once that was done I wasn’t sure if I wanted to leave it bare metal and after asking Logan if I could give it a coat of paint he said go for it. Hope he doesn’t regret giving me that option haha
With that done I used my guns to get the block setup in its new home.
Should have a proper update before the end of the week and then next weekend I’m getting nuts!Last edited by 2mAn; 06-12-2022, 06:57 PM.Simon
Current Cars:
-1966 Lotus Elan
-1986 German Car
-2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI
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