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So it all started out as this but with the Rub Strips and without the Petrol Cap and Side Skirts. 55k Genuine, 1 Lady Owner from new and a Non runner, which turned out to be a Faulty Fuel Gauge and an empty tank! http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/2654big3.jpg
The first Mod was a set of Skirts I found for €40 but unfortunately they had screw holes in the sides of them. I then found a Petrol Van with a fill SR interior, cracked GSi front Bumper and a better set of skirts. These found their way onto the car, all aside from the GSi Bumper which was wide mouthed and sold on along with what was left of the Van. From there I got myself a set of Brand New Eibach Springs which knackered the rear shocks and made the car handle like a pig and so were followed by a set of shortened Gas Shocks.
By now the Car was sitting Pretty but was then converted into a Van to aid Insurance and then fitted with these.
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Picture057.jpg
16” Asa Racing wheels, with an et42 so it took a LOT of work to get these to fit including some Grinding back and stretching with a jack and piece of a Fence Board but they sat Beautifully and filled the arches beautifully and never rubbed!! But these were then ditched along with the SR Interior and the Van Panels in favour of a set of Speedlines, some Checker Plating and a pair of Recaro Carbon SPG Seats and Sparco Harness’s.
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I then sourced a 1400 Ported Head, Bottom end and a Pierberg 2e from a 1600 Cavalier which found their way on along with a K&N Filter and a 4 Branch manifold mated to a Custom Made SS System which was Decatted. The engine was pretty torquey and had plenty of life aided by the 4 Prong Spark Plugs and Silicone Leads, and yes these did make a difference to the car. So after that lot I needed to sort the Brakes which I did with a set of Sri Cav items, new discs and Pads and they look so much better.
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Pic676.jpg
With the fear of bending a Speedline, they were sold and replaced with a set of Compomotives, 6x15 and et49. They’d been in a shed for ages with Diggers and Generators and were pretty battered but at €300 you couldn’t go wrong!! So sprayed them Black, bought a new set of Silver Centres and got some Silver Decals made up and I reckon they look spot on!! So, I got an Aluminium strut brace fitted which cost €40 and the car was sitting sweet.
So after a while I came across a Corsa Sport that was known around locally as extremely fast fot the grand price of €200 so I grabbed this up and removed the engine before selling the shell for €200 and set about fitting the engine and box to the car. Then disaster, no Transponder for the car and I couldnt get it as the mother ****er I sold the car to wouldnt give it to me. http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Pic714.jpg
So with that in mind and the fact that I didnt know how to wire the car I sent it to get sprayed, first time it sat for months and nothing happened. Second time the lad made a Balls of it and sprayed more of my wheels and dash than the car but after being away for almost a year it came back last week looking pretty sweet.
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So needing to be put back together now the Mechanical side can commence.
Now with laying around for 2 years doing nothing it got a little tatty but the Spray job was spot on and I even got the front Panel sealed up with a variant of Waxoil which is pretty unsightly but works very well!!
Mechanicially I got myself a 4 Branch to be modded and fitted up along with the SS Exhaust of Keith Robinsons Legendary NDZ T40 Nova, and a K&N Cone.
As for the Transponder, key chip and ECU, my mate phoned me last night to tell me he has one in the back of his Jeep and he's bring it home on Monday.
I also got a set of Koni Adjustables to replace the Gas Shocks, but the Eibach'll be staying. The Tyres are 205 wide and I have a Dics Brake Rear beam nearly ready to fit which is Poly Bushed and the Matching fronts are ready to go on as well. So its all go!!
will be good to see if the new key and ecu do the job. oh and those 4 prong bosch plugs are crap btw. proper ngk's are the way forward
shy witness
16-07-08, 04:32 PM
a bit of progress at last dod.
super stuff.
maybe someday i'll get something done to mine lol
Good to see mate! I know the feeling of being pissed about at the painters and not being able to wire the motor up!
I agree, Bosch Super 4 plugs are ****e. Standard NGK FTW.
stuartyj21
16-07-08, 08:51 PM
thats a good bit of work done dod keep it up..
Well its taken ****ing long enough!!
I've to build it up but this weekends a little ****ed up.
stuartyj21
16-07-08, 11:47 PM
can you not find time to squeeze it in between the other 3 or 4 your doinglol
can you not find time to squeeze it in between the other 3 or 4 your doinglol
Other 5 Novas, 4 Cavaliers, 2 Astras and 2 Calibras!!
stuartyj21
16-07-08, 11:59 PM
so its well down the list of things to do mate..
Well sorta. The whole Build a house thing came first apparently. lol
stuartyj21
17-07-08, 12:10 AM
oh why the wife not fancy sleeping in the back of a novalollollol
lol
So, to save myself dieing a death due to over indulgence in Drink, I had a look through the bay today and I'm wondering what these are and what do I do with them?
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Pic592-1.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Pic591-1.jpg
Am I right in thinking these are part of the warm airflow set up and so if I replace the manifold with a 4 branch item they're not needed?
Also, whats this for? Going by the wiring Diagrams I have, has this been butchered or is this for the transponder set up?
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Pic593-1.jpg
[quote=Dod]lol
So, to save myself dieing a death due to over indulgence in Drink, I had a look through the bay today and I'm wondering what these are and what do I do with them?
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Pic592-1.jpg
Right then as for this one you dont even need it really. the engine will run without it, but here it is on mine. ive just put it out the way for the time, but you could place it somewhere better ect.
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff314/b17ova/dansnewpics020-1.jpg
and tbh i havent got anything on my engine that looks like the 2nd pic. so im guessing you wont even need that aswell. and as far as the wiring goes. im going to try and figure out what it is. but do look like the transponder wires.
They do alright, must root out the diagrams I got from Burgo and Adam. So, where does that thing actually connect to Bigs?
krobinson
20-07-08, 07:59 PM
Good work Dod, but for god's sake get that bay cleaned :P
They do alright, must root out the diagrams I got from Burgo and Adam. So, where does that thing actually connect to Bigs?
Think this is what you mean, its in this link
http://www.pngclub.com/forum/showthread.php?t=100808&highlight=c16xe
And i cant remember what it is, ill find out soon what its called. But as i said it not important as it will run fine without it. And with the transponder how about using one from a Astra GTE or something like that. Then cut and solder the wires together untill you can find the right one. With using a astra gte one or a other xe transponder it will run the engine but you wont have a speed rating showing on the dials
Good work Dod, but for god's sake get that bay cleaned :P
Damn the bit harm it will do it Keith! Who'd want a clean engine bay?! :p
The Novas coming on well Dod.
Good work Dod, but for god's sake get that bay cleaned :P
lol I'm gonna park it outside your house for a week and watch you go all "Monica" (from Friends) on it!!
Wanna get her going first, parts arriving tomorrow so fingers crossed.
Bigs, you're getting mixed up with the VSS (Speed Sensor), Thats all in there so its ok. Out of curosity, where have you got your ECU Mounted?
I'm gonna try a bit of wiring tonight so wich me luck!!
Ive mounted well placed the ecu on the underdash shelve on the passenger side
second pic is to do with the air injection, its the solenoid to activate it. thats not needed at all. the first is the fuel tank vent valve, if its going into a spi nova then you can connect it up propely with the plastic pipe coming from the drivers wheel arch. otherwise leave it connected to the loom but with no vacuum pipes attatched.
also pretty sure you can mount the ecu into the holder that used to hold the spi ecu :D
Perfect stuff. Now to finish the wiring and get the ECU stuff fitted. Anyone online later for support? lol
lol, yeah i'm allways about. got a few things to do but just pm me if u need anything..
Mmmmm, Electronics fitted and wired, but obviously not wired properly, as trhe ****er wont turn over. Help would be much appreciated. See the Electrical Forum.
Right, I've giben up om the wiring and decided to have someone wire it for me. Theres no point in me trying as I could cause more damage than good and I really dont have a clu about it.
Anyway, fitted Badges and Steelies to it today (Cheers Novacabrio and JohnNI) and built the front end. Skirts were to be refitted but I ran out of time. Anyhoo....
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/100_0867.jpg
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Excuse the lack of Mirrors, I just realised they havent been painted which isnt an issue really as I'm in 2 minda about what mirrors to fit. Seriously considering fitting the SX interior back into it and keeping the steels (if I can find an interior)
So the above pics vs:
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Opinions??
the recent ones look the best looks really nice:thumb: .in the last pic is the n/s headlight kind of tinted?
loving the steelies:cool:
Aye the headlights are all Duff'd. Have to get new ones instead.
novacabrio
08-08-08, 10:29 PM
Have you got rubbing strips? Also I have an interior but wouldnt liek to post it
I have a set of Blue Rub Strips here but it wouldnt be hard to cover the pinstripe, not ideal but would do. As for the interior, I'd like to go for a GSi/SX hybred. SX Centre Cloth and door cards with the GSi Black Semi Bucket and black door detailing (Handles, Capping etc)
But its hard to know.
novacabrio
09-08-08, 08:21 AM
Look out for some mk2 Astra SX seats
The Phrase Hens Teeth.....
novacabrio
09-08-08, 05:24 PM
look and you shall find, you just have to know where to look
I know exactly where to look but they've all been crushed. I have found an overpriced GSi Interior but theres no door cards with it. Got a set of them knocking about Mark? lol
boyle_46
10-08-08, 07:47 PM
Dod have you tryed the fella in ballymoney for door cards ? im sure he would have some kicking about as he breaks novas ? i could pm you his number if you havent heard of him ?
Please do. I havent heard of him to be honest but that'd be cool if you could mate.
novacabrio
10-08-08, 10:19 PM
I may have card yes mate
Mmmm, well Mark, if you do and fancy pricing postage, how about PM'n me a price for them?
boyle_46
11-08-08, 06:35 PM
Well dod lad any luck with that fella ? .
Never tried him yet, must give him a call towards the weekend. Cheers for the contact details though mate, much appreciated.
boyle_46
11-08-08, 07:02 PM
np mate hes the irish version of colin smith lol
Are we on about steven from ballymena? He was at the RRday on saturday..
Still looking for a Full GSi Interior for this. Have a lad lined up for a go at the wiring but in the mean time I've refitted the Origional Mirrors, fitted Matt Black Alu Trim around the doors and rear windows (cheers Loggyboy) like the SR and GSi models have. Unsure what way to go with the car next though. I like the Motorsport theme but the Origional stuff is taking my fancy as well. Opinions?
If it was my car, I'd either leave it pretty much the way it is with the steelies (looks good), maybe some red bumper tape.
or..
I always wanted to do mine up rally slag. White 14" rally wheels, black glossy sparco rally flaps with the fook off clips, bonnet pins, ashley exhaust system with black tailpipe. At least you already have the interior/engine to match this look.
:thumb:
I also have the Black Tail pipe, 14" GTE Astra wheels and the Mud Flaps sat in the garage. lol
The only thing that'd mess up the Rally Slag look is the fact that it has a runroof.
Sure if you try that stuff on, post a few pics.
Due to still being at school (insufficient monies), I've gone down the OE route with my red Nova, but a rally slag Nova really turns my head.
Maybe not on this Nova, but theres still 4 more to come. :D
nice man itl look wel wen ya get da bumbers on imagine dat ****er not givin ya da transponder back.i must get up an get a look.
Aye do surely Paddy.
A it of joy this evening, i now have it turning over but its not sparking or fueling, but after being laid up for 3yrs + the engine turned over no problems. :D
HA HA HA!!!! I figured out what was wrong. The Plug I had for the Transponder was a Vectra item and not the correct one for the job. Alos, I may have found a way to Bypass the Transponder and Keychip. I'll keep you posted. :thumb:
krobinson
08-09-08, 05:41 PM
Woohoo :)
You said it. lol
The C16XE is home again now.
THis weekend.....
looking good dod and i like all the different looks this cars had lol
LOL, its had quite a few alright, but the final look is the last its to have. If I can get what I need for it. lol
na youll change it again in time to come :thumb:
I dunno mate, I have a few others I can style differently. I think I need to be sat down and talked to (10 Novas at the moment)
Keith, can you have a word with me?
paddy138
11-09-08, 05:35 PM
i would take one off your hands if you want
twistysnovagte
11-09-08, 05:44 PM
nice clean motor you have the mate.id be thinking of spraying the comp mo's white and lowering it 60-80mm:)
I'm gonna leave them Black, fit Black GSi Bumpers and a GSi Interior and leave her as she is, I think, well maybe drop her a lil more. Job done then.
Paddy, theres a few lads that would take them off me but not at the minute mate.
CHeers lads, beers at mine.
hybridturbo
12-09-08, 08:53 AM
Ah very nice dod sell me the seats lol
I'll swap them for the Compomotives you sold. lol
hybridturbo
12-09-08, 11:33 AM
I'll swap them for the Compomotives you sold. lol
lol The Kid has just had them refurbed, so them seats better be in top condition
Yummy Carbon seats and still in date? lol
NOVA13SPORT
13-03-09, 11:14 PM
but does she drive??????
hopefully more progress won't take as long as this tooklollol
Who you telling mate??
Its running but apparently like a Bag of ****e due to the act theres no Manifold, all vacume pipes are off and its the first time in 3 years its actually run. RRV8 is making a 4 Branch for it and then its being mated to Keith Robinson's old NDZ Exhaust system, getting a Dealer service and a list of NCT requirments.
NOVA13SPORT
14-03-09, 12:31 PM
so when do i get a run in it?
this year ???:)
or next???lol
:thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb:
glad to here progress on this buddy keep up the good work.
wooooooooooooooooooooooo!
after all the issues, its running!
its a good feeling eh?
vids mate asap
Sloth, Vids are to be emailed to me very soon.
Big Man, its long over due but its soo sweet
Peter, as soon as it gets here you're booked in for a run.
I'm thinking a Hill stage may be required.
shy witness
14-03-09, 07:46 PM
good on ya for gettin it uup n running mate.
i dunno why folks are complaining about your project being slow.
fs..........i think mine must be the slowest on here haha
This is the firt time in 3 years the car has been running. lol
vaughanmc
14-03-09, 08:21 PM
Done any more to these shorty mirrors as well ?
The seats in that are quite sexual :D
Smallish update, its near ready, just the final touches being done (custom shortened XE 4 branch and exhaust mating) and I've found an Astra SX interior for the car, just need to get some doorcards, finish slapping everything together and give it a mahoosive clean and prep it for the NCT (National Car Test)
After that, I think I'm gonna sell it and get started on the next Nova (Van).
Well, a bit dusty in here I see. I got it home, fitted rear discs and Poly Bushings:
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s151/rrv8/Picture039.jpg
How the underside looked pre undersealing, pretty good for a car thats been parked like that for 4 years
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s151/rrv8/Picture027.jpg (http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s151/rrv8/Picture027.jpg)
http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s151/rrv8/Picture017.jpg (http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s151/rrv8/Picture017.jpg)
So its here and half paneled, needing someone to lend a hand getting the rest of it right (ahem Keith lol) then rebuild the interior and thats her. Then its Operation Post Van and Corsa A GT Rep.
oh my god your still with us and with a nova.Welcome back fella lol
I am but I'm down to 4 though. lol
I tried selling them but no one would buy them so I'm stuck with them and they have taken back seats to my other conversions but well, I've got plenty of time to finish them now.
cool welcome back fella...
Ok, so I decided I'd do something with it after I got it running again. I removed the 1/2 fitted dash and refitted another one in better shape. I also emptied the inside completely and swep it out.
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/PICT0394.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/PICT0398.jpg
I also built up the back of the car, tinted lights and the boot lock and handle. Need to change the number plate for a Metro item. This one is shocking. lol
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/PICT0395.jpg
Also, the engine bay needs a good tidy up. A bit of paint on the inlet and rocker cover should shine it up.
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/PICT0397.jpg
Need to give it a good tidy under it.
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/PICT0400.jpg
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Then the epic task of building an interior...... Ugh!
NOVA13SPORT
12-06-10, 09:16 AM
What interior are you putting into this Dod?
I got an Astra SXi interior so its the same as the origional pattern but blsck are more buckety. I still need black sill trims, door rubbers, door handles and some way to blacken the cartpet.
Sorry, pics as follow:
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Nova%20SX/PICT0395.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Nova%20SX/PICT0394.jpg
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http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Nova%20SX/PICT0397.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Nova%20SX/PICT0400.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y92/Dods1/Nova%20SX/PICT0402.jpg
Today I gave it a rub with a little Turtle Wax Coloured polish and it came out really really well. I've also decided the bumpers and door handles etc need to go satin Black as do the SR Steel wheel centres.
And since I'd the rear arches ground back and flaired to fit et40 7x16" wheels in the past the steels will need spaced BADLY and the rear dropped a little further.
Anyway, the Window Trims are all present and painted Matt Black and ready to fit. Need to source some black Vynal for the B pillars and we're flying.
At least the chassis, Mechanics and brakes are finished. lol
connor c
15-06-10, 07:19 PM
why dod why lol
Who are you?
Its gone in favour of something that predates my love for Novas. I owned this one for 8 years as well.
connor c
15-06-10, 07:29 PM
im on jon44 lad
connor c with the red 1litre nova
Well bai!!
After 8 years of ownership she's to be p/x'd for something a little different....
connor c
15-06-10, 07:43 PM
8 years jeez what you getting
vauxhall i guess
dannymcc
15-06-10, 07:54 PM
Well bai!!
After 8 years of ownership she's to be p/x'd for something a little different....
I think I know what it is :roll: :d
Yup, a Ford. lol
Danny, I'll ve taking a spin to yours soon with a few parts. I'll let you know a few days before hand though.
dannymcc
16-06-10, 11:05 PM
Yup, a Ford. lol
Danny, I'll ve taking a spin to yours soon with a few parts. I'll let you know a few days before hand though.
Thats grand David. I`ll have to get them wheels dug out for you :thumb:
Brilliant!! We might be able to do some sort of deal with the 1 piece front bumper I have if you're interested. ;)
Its back!!
http://supercomputing.fnal.gov/SC2008/presentations/Snort/Image/Smiley%20Face%20(flat).jpg
Ok, as its not running and the Heater Matrix bust theres a bit to do. So theres a new Matrix to be fitted as well as the Non Sunroof Skin and a new fuel pump and filter. I also need lower profile tyres as the 185/65 R14s are fecking huge!
Carpet to be darkened and black door rubbers to be fitted. I also need a set of black door cards for the front.
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