Keiths Nova Turbo build

[novacabrio]

Awesome mate Im over the moon for you

[Lee Page]

Such a nice colour, fair play mate...

[krobinson]

Cheers, its been worth the wait, the boat trips and the nightmare door situation.

Keith

[vaughanmc]

Should be pretty sorted once it has some LET power running through it :)

[NovaLad]

It's going to be amazing once finished ...

Can't wait to see it done.

[Adam]

The colour looks top notch.

[macc nova]

the 9th picture is amazing, beautiful colour as already mentioned

[Cormac]

fantastic chap!!

[John]

Wow, awesome keith! Absolutely stunning! Remember to tape those zips now!!
When's it returning home keith?

[Nick J]

Stunning mate! could'nt wait to see the full size pics after the picture message you sent yesterday! I took the liberty of finding you something you may find necessary for the build up!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/3-pairs-Girls-Super-Soft-Feather-Gloves-Black-AT94_W0QQitemZ230180786023QQihZ013QQcategoryZ57919 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[krobinson]

Wow, awesome keith! Absolutely stunning! Remember to tape those zips now!!
When's it returning home keith?

It'll be back home safe in my new painted/carpeted (lmao yes carpeted) garage on friday :D

Keith

[krobinson]

Stunning mate! could'nt wait to see the full size pics after the picture message you sent yesterday! I took the liberty of finding you something you may find necessary for the build up!
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/3-pairs-Girls-Super-Soft-Feather-Gloves-Black-AT94_W0QQitemZ230180786023QQihZ013QQcategoryZ57919 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

LMAO - Girls gloves?

[Nick J]

LMAO - Girls gloves?


They looked sooo furry/soft etc I couldnt resist mate! lol

[matthew172]

the finish on that looks unreal, that cant be straight from the gun can it??

[Nick]

Amazing keith. Colour looks great.

[lee02]

it looks amazing keith i cant wait to see it built up :thumb:

[krobinson]

the finish on that looks unreal, that cant be straight from the gun can it??

The inside and engine bay are straight from the gun. The outside has been polished up. Ade's such a good painter :D

[hybridturbo]

Stunning

[scott.parker]

Thats spot on Keith!

Must have coast a small fortune though! :eek:

Fair play to you, and yes Ade has done an amazingly good job.

I couldn't own a car like this, i would just get frustrated, wouldn't want to touch it or drive it, as i would hate to get it dirty!

Scott

[andybishop]

There were 3 made on a group buy for Andy, Me and Mart. Its something new that hasnt been done before, and to be fair I dont want every Nova turbo running around with the same setup, and I really dont want others running around with it on there finished Nova's while mine is still in bits.

Hope you understand.

Keith

I'm running around with this setup on mine.....

Shell's looking mint Keith, Superb job there by Ade!!

[carls nova sri]

spray job looks amazing

[krobinson]

I'm running around with this setup on mine.....

Lol, you know what I mean...

Keith

[SRimon]

Im sure thats Spectural blue lol....

Loving it keith, Dark blue suits a Nova down to a tee, should made one from the factory!

[TonySR]

Very nice Keith!

So what colour is it then mate, none vaux?

looks a bit like the impretza p1 blue, i like it.:thumb:
i recon BMW estoril blue is nice and would look ace on a nova.

Scott

My nova is that colour, but it will going to its new owner shortly. (http://www.pngclub.com/forum/showthread.php?t=87322)


That looking fapping awesome Keith, if I say so myself!!!!

[krobinson]

Im sure thats Spectural blue lol....

Loving it keith, Dark blue suits a Nova down to a tee, should made one from the factory!

They did, they made a dark metallic blue Luxe plus, complete with blue dash and door cappings lol. Rare car tho!

Keith

[Rick Draper]

Whoah, the colour is spot on. she's shaping up to be a dirty little bitch:thumb:

I understand you have a copy of Andy Bishops FMIC, any chance you could give me the details of the company that made it, i fancy a FMIC but don't want it on show. I posted on JOV but didn't get an answer from Andy yet.
IIRC Radtec made them for andy http://www.radtec.co.uk/ but i am sure proalloy http://www.proalloy.co.uk/ could make you a equally good setup if they are any closer to you? It would just be a case of dropping your car with them though as they have possibly never done a nova setup.

Its looking very tidy keith.

[SRimon]

They did, they made a dark metallic blue Luxe plus, complete with blue dash and door cappings lol. Rare car tho!

Keith

I gotta see that!!!

Would it have been spectural?

[novacabrio]

They did, they made a dark metallic blue Luxe plus, complete with blue dash and door cappings lol. Rare car tho!

Keith

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1992-VAUXHALL-NOVA-LUXE-BLUE_W0QQitemZ330174076247QQihZ014QQcategoryZ9858Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[vaughanmc]

Window surrounds as well - Luxe must be quite a good model?

[novacabrio]

luxe is top spec for toys

[novacabrio]

luxe plus has leccy windows

[Nick]

Mine was a LUXE.. however i've just got a standard dash and door cappings.

Mine is Burgandy, and grey goes well with redish colours, so i presume that's why they left it as a standard colour.

You also get really nice velour seats in some of the LUXE's... Mine were sooo comfortable.

[Adam]

Im sure thats Spectural blue lol....

Loving it keith, Dark blue suits a Nova down to a tee, should made one from the factory!
Spectral blue looks a touch darker than Keiths colour.

[krobinson]

Ade took some shots of the shell in the evening of saturday outside his work. He sent them through this morning, so I thought i'd share them with you.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/9365461b.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/bf81b555.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/920df2b0.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/56673a70.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/94f845ea.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/2a125258.jpg

NOTE: marks on the lower cross member is stone gaurd.

Keith :D

[peester]

has joff replied on this thread since the colour pics have been posted up...??

im kidding.

Dead exciting all this; thus far (money no object) youve done everything i would have if i was going out n out on nova. Luv the vents in the wings and that early mk1 tailgate. I guess the only 'untrue' thing your doing is mk2'ing and mk1.. but on irish plates no one would know; plus mk2's do look better. In my opinion.

[krobinson]

has joff replied on this thread since the colour pics have been posted up...??

im kidding.

Dead exciting all this; thus far (money no object) youve done everything i would have if i was going out n out on nova. Luv the vents in the wings and that early mk1 tailgate. I guess the only 'untrue' thing your doing is mk2'ing and mk1.. but on irish plates no one would know; plus mk2's do look better. In my opinion.

Cheers :D I've tried to do everything right this time, and hopefully the car will last and give me years of fun.

Joff's is a Vauxhall colour, mine is an Audi Colour, would look very different sitting beside eachother.

Keith :thumb:

[peester]

ooh - nay side repeaters either, just noticed.. nice.

[tom_beverley]

Looks lovely Keith, wish I have the funds to go balls out :(

That looks quite a bit darker than Joff's

I wouldn't want to put any interior in and just show off that finish. All I can say is WOW, this will look stunning. Another top job from Ade.

[Andy_L]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/56673a70.jpg





Ah Audi Blue, I was starting to worry it was Ford Jeans Blue (as the focus in above pic has).

Good luck with the build up :thumb:

[vaughanmc]

Looking stunning Keith - Real credit to you :)

[silvertornado_sr]

thats stunning loving the colour :):) love to see novas very clean :D:D:D

[novamadman]

stunning kieth as per usual love the colour

sorry i didnt txt back saturday no money - thanks for the bumper much appreciated call in next time your passing and ill square you up for it.

shane

[Austin_Nova16]

WOW! Looks stunning Keith!
Superb choice of colour aswell. Can't wait to see it built up.

Carpeted Garage..Nice touch

[Riggy]

this just looks better every day fella :thumb:

even though i have met you a few times nowi never did get to see NDZ soill have to see this one lol

looks perfect dare i say it

[Adam]

Joff's is a Vauxhall colour, mine is an Audi Colour
Thats where ive seen it before!, saw it on a A6 a while back iirc. Lol

I have to say this again, its an awesome colour, looks even better out in the daylight. Lets hope it gets back home in the same condition.

[Mike]

Looking top that Keith :thumb:

How much this Nova owe you so far anyway??

[novacabrio]

How much this Nova owe you so far anyway??

some questions have no relevence and aren't important ;)

[John]

i bet he's also way passed the stage where he's stopped counting. i know i got scared at 5k and had to stop saving the receipts.

[Lee-170]

:O how Clean Is That

[Mike]

some questions have no relevence and aren't important ;)

There is that yes, I mean, if it was say a Mk1 Escort and had a resale value of ?30k+ once restored then i wouldnt ask....


Real credit to you :)

Dont you mean Ade :thumb: lol

[vaughanmc]

Ade just painted the car lol Its mostly all Keith's ideas/plans apart from the boot ;)

[burgo]

Ade just painted the car lol Its mostly all Keith's ideas/plans apart from the boot ;)anyone can have ideas its just keith has the money to pay other people to do them for him

[Mike]

anyone can have ideas its just keith has the money to pay other people to do them for him

^Thats where the skill is. Making ideas reality ;)

[krobinson]

Agreed, I know alot of people who come out with new ideas every day and rarely if ever forfill them. When I say i'm going to do something, i'd say you'd be pretty safe to bet on it happening.

Keith

[SRimon]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1992-VAUXHALL-NOVA-LUXE-BLUE_W0QQitemZ330174076247QQihZ014QQcategoryZ9858Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

So they did...would look good gsi'd and waxed up!

Looking awesome keith, best thing is how everything is lining up perfectly, showing every quality element of the nova style!

[krobinson]

I think ade said he spent 6 hours making sure the doors, wings, bonnet and tailgate lined up perfect!

Keith

[stuartyj21]

hey keith hows things?

not long until you get the car back from ades now:D

[vaughanmc]

Seen this and thought of you lol

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/vauxhall-turbo-6-speed-gear-knob-c20let-nova-corsa-cav_W0QQitemZ220163230149QQihZ012QQcategoryZ72223Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[shy witness]

thats outstanding keith

what a crackin job........

will b such a fine car when its done.........................super stuff

[joff-turbo-nova]

has joff replied on this thread since the colour pics have been posted up...??

im kidding.

Dead exciting all this; thus far (money no object) youve done everything i would have if i was going out n out on nova. Luv the vents in the wings and that early mk1 tailgate. I guess the only 'untrue' thing your doing is mk2'ing and mk1.. but on irish plates no one would know; plus mk2's do look better. In my opinion.

Looking good - too dark for Europa Blue I think! Top tip - take all the zips and buttons off your work clothes so you don't get any accidential scratches!

Joff

[krobinson]

Well folks, just got back with the shell today around 2.30pm. I'm absolutely wrecked and somehow caught an ear infection (nice!)

Anyways, arrived in newcastle with Mark, who had some goodies for me, including the bolts to build up the axel.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/2e3e083d.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/1d966756.jpg

Next day we set off for Crewe and fitted the new axel and some old suspension to the car tempory just to get it home. The uprated/nicely painted arms/wishbones etc will go in later.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/d539cd46.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/7764f509.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/05457d5a.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/cd39b48a.jpg

We set off back to wakefield for the night, and then went back on thursday lunchtime to load the car onto the trailer.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/80ae8276.jpg

The boat didnt sail from fleetwood until 3am, so we parked up and got the tram to blackpool, went on a few of the rollercoasters including the pepsi max, which is pretty damn cool :D

Now the car's home and in the garage, drying off from the drenching of rain it got back here in NI.

And a quick snap of my now completed rocker cover and plug cover together.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/29aa4384.jpg

Keith

[joff-turbo-nova]

Looks tipety top - the rebuild can start in earnest - I liked this bit on my rebuild - felt like I was finally getting somewhere.

Take it steady - don't rush and if it an'it right then do it again!

Enjoy & good luck

Joff

PS Hope the ear gets better soon - not nice!

[Adam]

Now the car's home and in the garage, drying off from the drenching of rain it got back here in NI.

Keith
:eek::eek::eek: Rain :eek::eek: Lol

[R1CH]

looks good, not 100% convinced on the colour at the minuet tbh, but sure ones its all built up it'll look loads better.
Have you trial fitted your rad / cooler ? i know your using a custom set up and might not have the same prob but when you move the rad forward to clear the turbo it ends up directly under the bonnet safety catch (mine did anyway) so had to get rid of it (and fit pins) as it was gonna puncture the top of the rad.
Hope it all go's together without to many probs fella.

Rich

[krobinson]

I just need to shave some excess off the bonnet catch to clear the intercooler. Also need to shave some excess from the slats of the grill, but other than that it should be a straight fit.

Colour wont be everyones cuppa tea. Its a colour that really needs the sun to hit it, or at least some proper daylight, its so dull and overcast now that it'll be a while before we see the true colour.

I'll probably be picking your brain with getting the engine running, pipework etc rich :D

Keith

[boyle_46]

this is an amazing thread keith mate , car is truley stunning

[John]

looking good keith, didn't know that's where ade worked. i'm only just a bout a mile up the road! (could have had a cheeky peek Lol!)
I think the colour is top, I'm sure it'll look different again with wheels, glass and lights.

[shy witness]

looks fuken excellent mate

loving the car covered in bubble wrap pic haha

i like that colour...............is it denim blue or something???

[novacabrio]

Love the euro steel wheel look, id sorry I had no wheel trims!!

[krobinson]

i like that colour...............is it denim blue or something???

Close.... but no cigar!:cool:

[shy witness]

Close.... but no cigar!:cool:


i'm a non smoker anyway hahah


looks great though mate........:thumb:


did u get it home ok??

[krobinson]

Yeah, its tucked up in the garage now, just waiting to get my engine back and get it fitted. Gonna clean up my steering rack today and maybe get it fitted this weekend.

[Riggy]

Yeah, its tucked up in the garage now, just waiting to get my engine back and get it fitted. Gonna clean up my steering rack today and maybe get it fitted this weekend.

dont bother keith , i was goin to do mine till i found out i can get a new one for ?25 from my local motor factors lol

[krobinson]

dont bother keith , i was goin to do mine till i found out i can get a new one for ?25 from my local motor factors lol

Yeah, but it comes painted black, I've got mine back to bare alloy now and just need to clean up the arms to the trackrod ends.

Which reminds me, must go get some trackrod ends today :D And some balljoints!

Keith

[lee coley]

when can we see the engine in?very nice project,well done.

[krobinson]

Once my engine builder fits the APR bolts and metal tensioners. It'll not take long then to fit the short motor. The rest will follow, but i need a new lamba sensor and go knows what else then!

Keith

[craig green]

A R P. Automotive Racing Products. ;)

[peester]

mr gault building the engine again dude??

[krobinson]

Not so much building, Just torqueing down the big end bolts for me etc. I just dont have a torque wrench!

Keith

[Dec16v]

Looking awesome Keith, spoke to Rich the other day, he said the colour looks fantastic in the flesh... can't wait to see it!!!

So, you just strengthening the standard engine, any mods? I'm not an expert, but I'd imagine 200bhp+ in a Nova is probably enough... ;-)

Dec

[krobinson]

Looking awesome Keith, spoke to Rich the other day, he said the colour looks fantastic in the flesh... can't wait to see it!!!

So, you just strengthening the standard engine, any mods? I'm not an expert, but I'd imagine 200bhp+ in a Nova is probably enough... ;-)

Dec

I've a hybrid turbo, massive intercooler (will be hidden) and will run phase 2, which hopefully should give 270-280, which will be more than enough :D

Keith

[krobinson]

Well, Day one of the "build"

Put in the front sound proofing -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/fddc93a9.jpg

Then the thick underlay, and then the front carpet on top -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/38913374.jpg

Then the rear passanger carpet -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/dea63c79.jpg

Boot strut

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/9cdf6960.jpg

Boot locking mech -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/71476921.jpg

And nickell plated striker

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/bdaa5954.jpg

Door Strikers

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/e0ab719a.jpg

And door vents:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/b9ab6830.jpg

Handbrake -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/a1ca89ea.jpg

[krobinson]

Brake lines -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/b2527d54.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/4bacab46.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/59745b81.jpg

Ignore rusty standard spring

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/52986b6c.jpg

Ignore steering rack, its tempory -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/07416d1a.jpg

Bonnet stay plastic and rubber -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/f4f3ff88.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/ba6a5839.jpg

Wiper motor -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/10df8687.jpg

Seat plastic runners -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/484ec6aa.jpg

Me under the car cleaning:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/eec62804.jpg

[krobinson]

Some Arty boot shots:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/1033db1c.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/25d1564b.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/61c64393.jpg

Minty Chassis

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/487fa472.jpg

Minty inner arches:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/dddf4cd1.jpg

Trial fitted Engine loom:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/18e8fb95.jpg

And a cool battery shaped radio which kept us dancing the night away :D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/ecebfa4f.jpg

Until next time....

Keith :D

[BigStan]

Cant wait for the final product of this ! Top job ! :thumb:

[joff-turbo-nova]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/18e8fb95.jpg

Are you mounting your ECU on the scuttle panel or are you moving the rubber grommet at some point?

On my build I found that it was easiler putting the car loom in first before the carpets but I'm sure you'll do whatever you think best!

Keep it up!

Joff

[krobinson]

Are you mounting your ECU on the scuttle panel or are you moving the rubber grommet at some point?

On my build I found that it was easiler putting the car loom in first before the carpets but I'm sure you'll do whatever you think best!

Keep it up!

Joff

I'm moving the gromit forward, was just using this to measure just how far it needs moved.

I've a friend sourcing me a good GSI loom as i dont want to use my basic spec 1985 loom. The carpets are just sitting there and can be pulled up at the corners to route the loom once i get it.

Keith

[Dec16v]

Tut tut.... you're missing the black plastic plug that keeps it secure :eek: Loving the attention to detail!!!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/f4f3ff88.jpg


Good progress mate... at this rate, you'll be done in no time :D :D :D

[Adam]

Looking well, its so much easier working on a clean, fresh car lol

Could you do me a favour and tell me which rear brake goes to the mc side outlet nearest the front of the car? If you get me.

[Rob77]

I've a hybrid turbo, massive intercooler (will be hidden) and will run phase 2, which hopefully should give 270-280, which will be more than enough :D

Keith

You'll soon get used to it! Believe you me!

Looking MINT Keith. A true jaw dropping build!

Best regards, Rob.

:thumb:

[lee coley]

keith when you striped the car what did you put everything in, i take it you dint just throw all nuts and bolts in a box!

Lee

[krobinson]

keith when you striped the car what did you put everything in, i take it you dint just throw all nuts and bolts in a box!

Lee

All the nuts and bolts are between two boxes lol. So not that easy to find sometimes.

Keith

[lee coley]

i use resealable sandwich bags,that way every bolt and every little plastic clip will be put back in place with out searching through 100's nuts 'n' bolts.

[Dec16v]

i use resealable sandwich bags,that way every bolt and every little plastic clip will be put back in place with out searching through 100's nuts 'n' bolts.

Ditto that... I originally took 170 nuts and bolts to the platers, I thought that was it. After more sorting I found a further 110 be to plated :eek: and I suspect there'll be more!!

I use re-sealable freezer bags, you can write bolt locations etc on the front of them.


Keith, that carpet looks mint, how did you clean it?


Dec

[duick]

Awesome progress Keith!!! keep up good work

[lee02]

great progress kieth :thumb: look forward to seeing it finished

[Ash]

what carpet is that? Looks like cord... plus I've never seen under the rear seat covered right to the edge... is that a custom one?

btw looks ace, blah, blah *insert other 'great' comments here* lol

[krobinson]

Keith, that carpet looks mint, how did you clean it?


Dec

Its the original carpet, and I havent cleaned it yet. The car only had 4k miles on it when i bought it in 2004, i drove it until there was 13k then stripped it for this project. It's an L model and so had nice plush carpets :D

Keith

[Adam]

Could you do me a favour and tell me which rear brake goes to the mc side outlet nearest the front of the car? The one with the bigger union
Any gen? :D :thumb:

[krobinson]

I dunno yet, I've only hung the lines on the car, I havent sourced a good GSI servo yet to check.

Keith

[stuartyj21]

hey matey, hat off to you the car is looking fantastic:thumb:

it must make the rebuild so much easier when your working on a clean shell with no oil and grease everywherelol

[krobinson]

Yeah its a pleasure.

Well folks, i've just handed in my notice to work, Going to work to a competitior as a team leader with more pay! They've sent me home for a month full pay (gardner leave) so have loads of nova time :D

Keith

[lee coley]

thats not bad,full pay,i did same last year only the place i was working at 1st offered me even more,(i didnt leave)

[Riggy]

lol you will prob finish it in that time knowing you keith :thumb:

[krobinson]

Not unless I find a load of money somewhere lol!!

[Rick Draper]

Yeah its a pleasure.

Well folks, i've just handed in my notice to work, Going to work to a competitior as a team leader with more pay! They've sent me home for a month full pay (gardner leave) so have loads of nova time :D

Keith

Gardening leave rules, i have been sat at home on full pay for 4 months! Back to work on monday though :cry:

[krobinson]

Yeah rick, it doesnt indeed rock!! Pity i only get 4 weeks tho!!

Keith

[krobinson]

Nothing too major has happened over the last few days. And to be honest until i get some cash gathered, everything will slow down.

Fuel tank fitted - waiting on my fuel sender coming from germany.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/8cf13214.jpg

Door handles and lock mechanisms fitted:

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Rear lights and spoiler fitted:

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Pedals, rack and mechanisms fitted:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/2badb65b.jpg

And the car's new cover to keep the dust off:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/5ac4c774.jpg

Until the next update :D

Keith

[SRimon]

Nice keith, nice :)

[novasportc550]

looking smart chum..
is that my new wing in the background..
lol

[krobinson]

looking smart chum..
is that my new wing in the background..
lol

Yeah thats your wing!

Keith

[Nick]

grrr... i hate you keith :)

[krobinson]

I sometimes hate me too! lol

[scott.parker]

I sometimes hate me too! lol

Premature ejaculation? lol

Glad it's coming along nicely mate, looks like it's going to be yet another stunner..;)

Scott

[lee coley]

Have them doors been sealed around the skins?
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/3045edb2.jpg

[krobinson]

Yes, they are new doors and come with the sealer on them.

Keith

[Adam]

That paintwork is amazingly "level" and soooo shiny.

[silvertornado_sr]

looking mint mate keep up the good work loving this project coming together :)

[krobinson]

Not much of an update. I've fitted the uprated gearbox mount ready to drop the engine in (when i get it back in a few weeks)

During the week some more parts should arrive from Steve (duick) and i'll hopefully get a GSI loom to fit to the car!

Keith

[NovaLad]

Update?

[krobinson]

Update?

Nothing much to report. Waiting on parts coming from Steve, they were shipped yesterday so should have them by the end of the week. Once I get those i'm going to deliver some to friends and then collect my car loom.

Few weeks time the engine should be home and thats when the real fun starts.

Keith

[Dave.]

is this coming to pvs 08? as i really want to see this all finished?

[krobinson]

Yeah, donations to trancedj@btinternet.com (paypal) will see it finished quicker.

Keith

[Iain]

lol @ donating money to see it finished. Looking good.

[krobinson]

Every little helps :D

[lee coley]

ill donate you '10 bob' for a quick gander

[NovaLad]

I'll donate haha!! 1 sec.

EDIT- Thought i was clever trying to donate 1pence instead i donated 1 pound lol.

[krobinson]

haha, thanks for the quid mate :D

[NovaLad]

No problem ;) haha

[novaboyopr]

Just sat hear for an hour reading 64 pages of amazing project, well done mate, im lost for words in how good this project is being done, Novas need more people like you owning them. True Legend

[krobinson]

Thanks alot mate!

[Riggy]

I'll donate haha!! 1 sec.

EDIT- Thought i was clever trying to donate 1pence instead i donated 1 pound lol.

PMSL you fool lol

[Ben]

Just read through the lot keith, looks like your doing things well and its all coming together, the one thing making me smile all the way through is thinking that you will still drive the car properly.

No doubt you will lose control on the ring again and be sat there facing the wrong way with motorbikes doing 200mph past you.

[krobinson]

Just read through the lot keith, looks like your doing things well and its all coming together, the one thing making me smile all the way through is thinking that you will still drive the car properly.

No doubt you will lose control on the ring again and be sat there facing the wrong way with motorbikes doing 200mph past you.

Lol that was an awesome lap!!!

Yeah I intend to use the car properly, Only reason for the standard of build is to make it last and widthstand the abuse :D

Keith

[novanutted]

not sure what colour it is but it looks like its violane metallic(tvr blue)smart as fcuk

[krobinson]

Some new parts arrived over the weekend. Its bloody 2 Degree's outside, so i'm waiting for the garage to heat up before I venture out!

Big thanks to Steve for sourcing me alot of these!!

New GSI fuel sender -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/e035e214.jpg

The rest of the parts to complete my fuel pump housing -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/262313d4.jpg

Got my Gear linkage back from Dan, now modifyed and rose jointed for the F28 Gearbox.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/ef2a4cca.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/561f7eb2.jpg

New Genuine GTE Tie bars -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/6420180e.jpg

And Finally my Chrome bonnet pin -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/43ce3fe8.jpg

More pics as and when progress happens!

Keith

[krobinson]

Well, Here's another update!!

Got the Chrome bonnet catch fitted:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/38e82c14.jpg

My Steering rack is cleaned and ready to rock:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/00d76d85.jpg

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Got my rose jointed tie bar brackets loosely mounted to the new GTE tie bars, and lined the wishbones up. Going to get ball joints and bolts tomorrow to bolt them together.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/5978ca84.jpg

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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/b358c47d.jpg

Got my new Fuel Sender fitted:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/bc63e4c8.jpg

And last, but not least. I had to drill the chassis leg (not something I enjoyed doing) to fit the special nuts needed to hold the GSI fuel casing with. Its now all hung up and looks great, just need an uprated pump now to run the engine.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/c052e80c.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/b828964d.jpg

Thanks for looking, until next time....

Keith

[Ben]

what pressure is the uprate pump running at Keith? The standard GSi one will run at 3.0 bar with uprated FPR.

[krobinson]

I havent bought a new pump yet, and dont have a GSI one either. For phase 2 I have to run a 3.5 bar FPR so I dont think a GSI one would be enough?

Keith

[Paul]

no it wont keith, well it will run it, but it will be right on its limit.

[krobinson]

Yeah an uprated pump will defo be purchased.

[Paul]

walbro 255 is very good upgradwe

[Mike]

Courtenay/Regal used to sell 4bar FPR's for LET fuel rails :thumb: use that with a Walbro pump.

[krobinson]

Phase 2 only needs 3.5bar tho?

[John]

top stuff keith!, btw where are your rack mounts from?

[krobinson]

The metal mounts are std and just plated. The orange poly mounts I found on ebay, not been able to see another set since tho! The fella who did them sells all the orange nova bush's on ebay so maybe give him a shout?

Keith

[Lee H]

I'm using a Walbro 255 fuel pump, fits in the standard cradle well if you use the sleeve off the standard pump as well.

[Mike]

Phase 2 only needs 3.5bar tho?

And? Standard LETs are 3bar IIRC, so either way you'll need to replace it.

[krobinson]

And? Standard LETs are 3bar IIRC, so either way you'll need to replace it.

Well if phase 2 runs on 3.5bar of fuel pressure then there's no point in fitting a 4bar regulator.

Keith

[Mike]

Well if phase 2 runs on 3.5bar of fuel pressure then there's no point in fitting a 4bar regulator.

Keith

lol so why were you asking/saying in the first place then lol although it saves having to change it in the future if you decide to go bigger bhp.

Its always better to have more then you need, just incase you have to "need" it :thumb:

[krobinson]

I didnt ask about FPR's tho! Just about pumps.

Thanks anyways :D

Keith

[R1CH]

If you use a 4.0 bar reg when you only need a 3.5 bar reg then its gonna overfuel !!
More shiney bits eh, it'll soon all come together.
:thumb:

[faker]

buddy boy that thing looks superb, hats off to you sir!

[krobinson]

buddy boy that thing looks superb, hats off to you sir!

Was it worth stripping the old girl then?

Keith

[Rob77]

Get an adjustable reg mate.

Not worth getting a fixed one IMO.

Allows you to adjust fueling accurately and to the exact pressure the engine required (if you use a wideband to monitor AFR).

[Ben]

Phase 2 only needs 3.5bar tho?

Turbo's and not enough fuel are never a good idea, better to have slightly more than the correct amount.

[krobinson]

Turbo's and not enough fuel are never a good idea, better to have slightly more than the correct amount.

Yeah and I dont want to be blowing this one up!

Keith

[Mike]

Turbo's and not enough fuel are never a good idea, better to have slightly more than the correct amount.


Its always better to have more then you need, just incase you have to "need" it :thumb:

A thank you :thumb:

[Adam]

A 4 bar reg tho is too much for phase 2, it'll chuck too much fuel in.

Its always better to have "more" yeah, pump wise(walbro is always handy). But not regulator wise, you want the pressure set spot on.
As long as the afr is fine(which it should be if ph2 is designed for 3.5bar), it'll be fine.

[craig green]

Turbo's and not enough fuel are never a good idea, better to have slightly more than the correct amount.

Road cars should always run a bit richer than stoich.

[krobinson]

Well, This has to be the best and most exciting update for me yet. Steven txt me Last night to say the engine was ready (ARP bolts and metal tensioners fitted) So I wasted no time and collected it at 2pm with the help of Cormac.

We then got home and set about fitting my billet lightened flywheel, new clutch, and gearbox to the engine. And then fitted it to the bay.

I also then removed the rocker cover, and fitted my new properly painted one, with the amazingly well done Red plug cover (thanks nick!!)

I'll let the pics say the rest!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/cb5120c8.jpg

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[krobinson]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/02c8da16.jpg

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[krobinson]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/5c44ce7f.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/fa88acd4.jpg

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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/638ed700.jpg

[krobinson]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/c8e2a91f.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/e50db232.jpg

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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/60659e54.jpg

Thanks again,

Keith

[R1CH]

:thumb:
Be running in no time !!

What you doing for the AFM - Turbo pipe ?? Noticed you anit chopped the slam panel at all.

[Cormac]

Pic overload lol Very worthwile days work tho, such a joy to work at a basicly brand new engine which isnt covered in grime and no rusty nuts and bolts to mess about with, this car is one serious piece of kit, Anyone who has the pleasure of seeing it in the future will agree, Whats the stipulations for a concours car? this is surely a future champion!!!

Let the work roll on, wiring next, yehaa

[krobinson]

:thumb:
Be running in no time !!

What you doing for the AFM - Turbo pipe ?? Noticed you anit chopped the slam panel at all.

Cheers :D

Going to chop the turbo inlet pipe instead and modify it to run under the water hose.

Keith

[Adam Moran]

Keith you always impress me with your attention to detail.

Fantastic work and the best thing is even thou the cars you build are imaculate you still drive them like a mad man! lol

Big pat on the back my friend ;)

[krobinson]

Cheers Bud :D

[Iain]

You look really young lol Looking good, I can imagine as Cormac said it's enjoyable to work with a brand new engine and components. :thumb:

[Adam]

Not bad :D lol

[Nick J]

Excellent progress mate!

[krobinson]

Cheers fellas :D

[k0ax]

not bad, not bad

[matthew172]

that looks excellent, definately on its way to being a show winner !

[krobinson]

One Turbo intake chopped, taking it to my neighbour to get alloy welded.
I've since mocked up the water pipe and there's loads of room :D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/4c98aa7f.jpg

Keith

[Dan-SR]

Very nice Keith,love the colour and that engine is imaculate,Great find on the Car mate :thumb:

[Ste L]

awsome work keith :thumb:

[chrisnovaturbo]

looking good cant wait to see it.

[krobinson]

Hey Folks,

Another small update from the work i've been doing this past two days.

Bought a Riv Nut kit, and fitted rivnuts to the lower front panel, upper front panel, and chassis leg, so I can mount my oil cooler and later on my intercooler and radiator.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/072158bd.jpg

Oil cooler fitted

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/0da6b843.jpg

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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/8ee3b6f1.jpg

Got myself a new Startmotor for ?35 through a friend in a motorfactors :D

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/c08c39a4.jpg

Fitted my tie bars, ball joints, and rose jointed/lowered front tie bars.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/f442ce27.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/bca7fec8.jpg

[krobinson]

Got to work on cleaning and fitting my GSI loom (and heater box), I put new black tape on some of the loom, but ran out. I'll complete the rest later.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/b3276f96.jpg

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And this is how its looking so far!

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http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/08d58c60.jpg

Thanks, until the next time!!

Keith

[Dan-SR]

SeXuAl !!! very nice keith,looking good

[krobinson]

Cheers Dan :D

[vaughanmc]

I bet your lovin it :)

So would I be :D

Top work!

[krobinson]

Just collected my modifyed turbo intake from my neighbour! :D
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/73b2ef4d.jpg
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Keith :D

[Adam]

Nice, its going back together quite quickly.

[R1CH]

You doing anything with the loom in the engine bay, re-covering it or anything ? How come you've mounted the oil cooler there, surely not gonna get much air thru it ?
Other than that looks a top job !!

[SRimon]

Awesome!

[krobinson]

You doing anything with the loom in the engine bay, re-covering it or anything ? How come you've mounted the oil cooler there, surely not gonna get much air thru it ?
Other than that looks a top job !!

Oil cooler should be fine there. Its running the same on another car and its all fine. The fella's who made the whole setup designed it around the oil cooler being there, and they made the bracket etc.

The loom, i'm just going to wrap it in new black tape. With the car being a dark colour you hardly notice it, plus I didnt want to hide it as if any problems arrise you end up dismantleing the whole car to fix it.

Cheers

Keith

[Paul]

Noy having a go, but it'll be interesting to see how you mount the pipework for the intercooler round the oil cooler there too.

[andybishop]

Looking excellent Keith!! Making some quick progress there!!

I'm running that Intercooler, Radiator and Oil Cooler setup up on my car. They were made up on my car and work fine. Boost pipes are close to oil cooler but are fine.

[Mike]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/f442ce27.jpg



^ Thats going to cause you some problems IMHO Keith.

In that pic, the ball joints to high, thus making the hub assembly sit higher. The lower arm could end up pointing downward at an angle that it simply cant achieve, thus forcing the tie bar down with it, and the tie bar isnt going to want to go down.

If anything, personally id put the tie bar at the top, and balljoint at the bottom.

Other then that, spot on work fella :thumb:

[andybishop]

The tie bars will be lowered off the front panel too, so will move down, the ball joint is only sitting around 1 CM higher than when it sits inside the lower arm. It is set up like this so that the tie bar clears the F28 Gearbox, not the best setup, but needs must. I run mine the same and have had no problems with that..

[krobinson]

^ Thats going to cause you some problems IMHO Keith.

In that pic, the ball joints to high, thus making the hub assembly sit higher. The lower arm could end up pointing downward at an angle that it simply cant achieve, thus forcing the tie bar down with it, and the tie bar isnt going to want to go down.

If anything, personally id put the tie bar at the top, and balljoint at the bottom.


Nope, should be fine mate.

The Tie bar is lowered about 2" on the front panel, and as andy said the ball joint is only about 1cm higher. In theory this is better as with the car being lowered the wishbone will sit straighter.

Also andy's runs fine like this :D

If you ran the tie bar on front and ball joint below then the tie bar would hit the F28.

Keith

[John]

^ Thats going to cause you some problems IMHO Keith.

In that pic, the ball joints to high, thus making the hub assembly sit higher. The lower arm could end up pointing downward at an angle that it simply cant achieve, thus forcing the tie bar down with it, and the tie bar isnt going to want to go down.

If anything, personally id put the tie bar at the top, and balljoint at the bottom.

Other then that, spot on work fella :thumb:

the hub can't sit any higher? the only thing that'll make the hub sit higher is the length of the strut, surely? All mounting it there has acheived is simply lowering the tiebar/control arm. If keith has lowered front tie bar mounts, then the tie bar should sit flat/as is. if the thickness of the control arm is, say, 2.5c.m and the front mount is say 2.5c.m further down from it's original locating point, then the tie bar should work/behave in the same way.

looking good as always keith!

[Paul]

thats also how mine were done and has been all good.

[chrisnovaturbo]

mine work well and handles well too.

[Rob77]

Same here - never had any probs!

[matthew172]

how does them riv nuts actually work?

[krobinson]

Just like a Rivot, You need the special crimping things to fit them, its almost identical to a Rivoter, but you need this special tool. And the Rivnuts come in packs.

Just drill the hole, then put the rivnut on the tool and squeeze it. It holds in the same as a Rivot but has threads for nuts.

Was Andy B who told me about Rivnuts, and my local motorfactors got me all the kit!

Hope this helps?

Keith

[matthew172]

yea, sounds good for future reference

[paulnova]

its going to be a stunner!! keep up the good work mate!

[Dave.]

keith im sure youve created a tardis and gone back in time and brought this beauty back, it looks like brand new. i cant wait to see it all finished, if it keeps going like this then its bound to be a true stunner of a nova. :thumb:

[njc11]

Same as these??


http://www.cls.eclipse.co.uk/VX220/MVC-579F.JPG

http://www.cls.eclipse.co.uk/VX220/MVC-580F.JPG

I used these on the VX220... told hold part of the door trim on.. as the ones which Lotus fit are crap..they corrode then rust up!!

To fit them i didnt buy a tool as such... just used a bolt&washers then tightened up (thats how i did these in the pics)

Cheers

Nick
:thumb:

[stuartyj21]

hi keith

cars looking awsome mate well done keep it up:thumb:

[krobinson]

Same as these??



I used these on the VX220... told hold part of the door trim on.. as the ones which Lotus fit are crap..they corrode then rust up!!

To fit them i didnt buy a tool as such... just used a bolt&washers then tightened up (thats how i did these in the pics)

Cheers

Nick
:thumb:

Yep Nick, thats them :D

[saloonwoody]

read this from start to finish .......... gobsmacked dude awesome absolutely awesome .

[krobinson]

Well it had to happen, After a bit of bad luck, when fitting the oil feed for the turbo, the block sheered off here:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/6304b1f6.jpg

I've been down about it this last few days, but i've since found two solutions, both which require the engine out. It will either be drilled and tapped bigger and a different fitting put in place, Or another block will be prepared and everything transfered across.

Meanwhile I'll crack on with the rest of the car, and save up for everything else I need, and refit the engine in a few months.

Keith

[shy witness]

aww mate'

thats a bugger

strange for it to hgappen thoughg


have you no comeback or anythimg seeing as it was a brand new engine??????

[SRimon]

Surely a warranty is on the block keith?

[krobinson]

Warrentys Void as ARP's and tensioners have been changed. Could change them back, but the cost to do this, and then redo to another engine would be more than fixing this one.

Keith

[SRimon]

harsh :(

Good luck keith

[Ash]

You sure the warrentys void? The fault is with the cast block, not anything you've touched.

[Rob77]

Bugger!

Can you drill & tap cast iron? Thought it would be a bit of a b!tch...

[gammienov16v]

look fannytastic fellalol

[krobinson]

Bugger!

Can you drill & tap cast iron? Thought it would be a bit of a b!tch...

Yeah its possible, but the block needs to be bare and then flushed clean, at that point its probably easier to just fit the parts to another block.

Either way, its going to get sorted and i'm just going to think positively about it!

Keith

[Rob77]

Yeah its possible, but the block needs to be bare and then flushed clean, at that point its probably easier to just fit the parts to another block.

Either way, its going to get sorted and i'm just going to think positively about it!

Keith

Yeh fair does - I see your point!

Its only a minor setback in the grand scheme of things though, like you said!

:thumb:

[ashtal]

Dont be soft ! Take the block back to vaux and get a new one. That has to be a warranty claim.

Bad luck tho mate.

[hybridturbo]

Warrentys Void as ARP's and tensioners have been changed. Could change them back, but the cost to do this, and then redo to another engine would be more than fixing this one.

Keith

Change them back to standard yourself, then take it back to vaux!

For the money youve spend you would be mad not too

Your local dealer must know you by name now Keith i would be very surprised if they didnt accept it

[40ies]

I've only said twice already, but here go's again. It will be MK2.

lol

Keith


noooooooooooooo!!! MK1 al the way, too many mk2's

[krobinson]

noooooooooooooo!!! MK1 al the way, too many mk2's

I think you'll find if you look at the pictures, its now a mk2.

Keith

[lee coley]

he is saying nooooo why have you put the face lift on i think,mk1 all the way

[krobinson]

It's Mk2 because I prefer the looks, plus I have another Mk1 :D

http://www.pngclub.com/forum/viewfeaturecar.php?ref=3376

Keith

[Plug]

All 73 pages what an amaing life story that was...!!!

This car is going to be the best nova turbo i have seen in a long time.

amazin costly build and im loving every page of it.
Shame about the block thou you was steaming on through the rebuild.

Gd luck mate will keep on top of progress reports as its like reading a book

Regards Jimbo

[krobinson]

Thanks mate :D

[Plug]

you going to any events/shows??

i not been to a vauxhall event before had a 1.4 sr nova but was rotten and the front end ripped off on me.

Looking for a project nova but a corsa will do if i cant find a nova while im banned 1 month down 11 to go.

[krobinson]

I will once its finished, hopeing to make PV and then continue and do them all :D

[Plug]

cool hopefully see it there and you maybe lol im new on here so making friends hopefully

Regards Jimbo

[Cormac]

Its hard to tell you to stay possitive after all the unlucky stuff thats happened this projects, Doors... doors.... doors again and now this but No one could have forseen this one and maybe its lucky it happened now and not when you had car finished...

Good feed of drink 2nite shall cheer you up :-)

[krobinson]

Thanks for the help today Cormac, much appreciated. Hopefully it'll be back soon ready to fit again!

Keith

[Nick J]

Chin up mate, These things happen to the best of us......Im sure a few beers with friends will be a good remedy!

[krobinson]

Cheers Nick,

Engines out at with Steven Gault to get the work done. On a plus note, i've most of the loom fitted and the exhaust is now hung on the car (looks good!)

Keith

[Nick J]

Cheers Nick,

Engines out at with Steven Gault to get the work done. On a plus note, i've most of the loom fitted and the exhaust is now hung on the car (looks good!)

Keith

Top stuff mate :thumb:

[shy witness]

what have u decided to do 2 the block in the end keith???


hop;e it all works out well though..................as thats a setback im sure no one would want to see

[krobinson]

Going to swap it for another one!

[John]

I'm sure if you'd left it, knowing it was there would be constantly niggling away at you. Swapping it for another one will at least give peace of mind at full chat around the ring!

[woody307]

an amazing story, can't wait to see more.

am still trying to geuss that colour tho

good job pal!

[ednovasr2]

Too good to break/turn into something should be in a car museam!

[ednovasr2]

Also modifyed the rear arches, so i removed the rear springs and shocks, put the wheels as far in as they went, and trimmed the arches accordingly. Hopefully i can run it nice and low without any problems (not as low as the below pic lol)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/IMAGE_183.jpg

Keith

You could go that low on air bags?

[ednovasr2]

I hope you dont pay for any of them! Note to self collect badley need parts myself, bet it was the to**ers at TNT, parcell force etc.....

[krobinson]

Tailgate screen fitted today, need to fix the roof lineing and fit the rear quater windows. The exhaust is hung on the car and looks great. I need a good windscreen rubber if anyone has one?

This week i'll hopefully have all the glass in, loom fully in, electric windows, and fit a battery to test everything.

Got a Lamba sensor, and just need a fuel pump and fuel lines.

Keith

[ashtal]

You can get brand new screen rubbers from autoglazing. About 15 quid.

[Plug]

get rid of the rear shox and springs make some solid bars up and bolt it up that low lol

[craig green]

Wheres that quoted piccy come from?

Ages ago?

[krobinson]

Yeah Craig, Easter! When the car was getting the seam welding and plating kit fitted. I took that opertunity to trim the arches with the wheels as low as they can possibly go (no shocks or springs)

Keith

[Plug]

and it honesly look mint that low well i think

But then again the whole car is mint.

loving the progress soon be finished

[dan16v]

nice work mate! keep going! realy starting to come together, shame about the block, but as we all know with novas, nothing ever seems to be easy does it! : )

[krobinson]

Update!!

Got the Exhaust hung on the car, think it looks pretty good, not as "ignorant" as I thought! ;)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/bd70b05c.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/42dd0f55.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/45fcd25b.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/6ca812ac.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/820b57ac.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/24a6cb53.jpg

[krobinson]

Finally jublie clipped up all the fuel tank pipes (will give the feed one a clean)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/dfd8cd03.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/a84cced6.jpg
Fitted the rear shelf supports (old skool ones!)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/c8823d8f.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/592bef8f.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/96927562.jpg

New rear screen fitted, and the parcel shelf fitted.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/6c92cbae.jpg

Grill fitted with headlight washers as per my old motor! And wingmirrors fitted, along with the rear glass and the rest of the window surrounds!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/4672ebc9.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/f66f3752.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Nova%20Rebuild%202006-2007/c9e8f549.jpg

Thats all for now folks!!

Keith

[vaughanmc]

Look's feckin stunnin!

Quality work :)