Keiths Nova Turbo build

[Benn]

Glad you found the wobble.

[krobinson]

Wow - your only just getting broadband in NI - Can't beleive youve been on 56k dial up for so long lol

Lol - no i've just moved into my own home, it's a new build in a new development so will take a few weeks to sort the phone line then broadband!

Cheers Benn!

[Benn]

Own new house? Very nice.

[fearless]

I bet a garage was first on the list of "must have's" :)

[Benn]

Should allways be.

[krobinson]

I bet a garage was first on the list of "must have's" :)

Got the base in already ;-) just need to get a decent quote to finish it :-)

[krobinson]

Hope to update by the weekend. I've:

- changed driveshaft for a new LMF one.
- bought a brand new airflow meter
- changed gearbox oil
- turbo us away to get looked at and should return today.

Looking forward to using it lots this year!

Keith

[NOV4_SPORT]

Good times I have always loved your nova


Iain

[krobinson]

It loves you too Iain, it would bang yer back doors in!! Lol

[NOV4_SPORT]

It loves you too Iain, it would bang yer back doors in!! Lol

lol, bang yer back door in lol:thumb:

+ rep

iain

[Nick J]

It loves you too Iain, it would bang yer back doors in!! Lol

Id ride it like seabiscuit and do things that would'nt even be suitable for a farm animal! lol


Nick.

[scott.parker]

WTF, lol i thought it was just when I'm at work i would here random stupid things said!

Look forward to seeing the progress pics.

[ryansnova]

It loves you too Iain, it would bang yer back doors in!! Lol

lol lol you have been watching to much celebrity juice lol lol

[krobinson]

I failed at taking progress pictures! But...

- Turbo sorted
- Brand new airflow meter
- Painted strut brace
- New driveshaft

The car has never felt better. The engine is uber smooth now, no more wheel wobble and it seems to fuel better. Airflow always seemed to give trouble so I'm glad to have replaced it!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/7a75e3dd.jpg

[MK999]

Can't say I'm normally one for the minty minty road going builds, but that looks gorgeous, love the dark grey contrast.

[Jeff16v]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/7a75e3dd.jpg

Looks lovely, the colours are an improvement on the silver

[Benn]

Really like the grey. Looks great.

[NOV4_SPORT]

Good times mate looking really nice


Iain

[brucer]

where does your turbo coolant return pipe go to keith?

looking good btw.

[amggsi]

Looking good!

It's a great feeling getting them back out again!

[krobinson]

where does your turbo coolant return pipe go to keith?

looking good btw.

Round the back of the inlet onto a t-piece. It's the best place to locate it as it's hidden under the top hat cover :-)

:thumb:

[krobinson]

UPDATE!!

I always try to do one or two tiny adjustments each year, just to keep me interested in the car.

This year I had the strut brace painted and.....

Fearless Short Mirrors, yes, Genuine 90's Fearless made shortened Mirrors, as featured on Matts Nova (Brett Warburton's old car)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/d1d7ccd6.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/4199d90b.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/cef4a69c.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/0c1f42f2.jpg

I'm looking forward now to some proper good weather so I can get the car properly cleaned, waxed and some outdoor shots taken.

A huge thanks to Nick Jackson, my good friend who sourced and painted the Mirrors for me, I owe you mate!

Cheers

Keith

[MARTIN KELSON]

Love the mirrors Keith

I've been waiting 10yrs for Dave France to make me a set!!!

So whats Matt using now?

[krobinson]

Love the mirrors Keith

I've been waiting 10yrs for Dave France to make me a set!!!

So whats Matt using now?

No idea mate, I got them through Nick who's been in touch with Matt. I paid Matt within about 30 seconds after he mentioned selling. I knew that as soon as they would hit this website for sale they'd be gone LOL

Very chuffed with them, they are very well made.

[Southie]

The mirrors look fantastic Keith, good find :cool:

[krobinson]

The mirrors look fantastic Keith, good find :cool:

All thanks to Nick, i'd never have gotten them if it wasnt for him. :thumb:

[Southie]

What's next then for this stunning motor Keith?

[dannymcc]

I love this car, has to be my favourite Nova of all time. Like the new mirrors.

[krobinson]

I love this car, has to be my favourite Nova of all time. Love the mirrors on it. Will you be at Carfest this year?

If the weathers good, maybe. I wasnt a fan of the show last year. I mean a standard 1.2 Saloon nova got Best Engine bay.... :wtf:

I can't see how anyone can win a prize for not doing anything to their engine bay. LOL

[Novasport]

What's next then for this stunning motor Keith?

Does it need anything? I dont think so, looks the nuts as is.

Unless... 12ST transplant & skinny Mk1 bumpers:wtf: ...lol

[krobinson]

Does it need anything? I dont think so, looks the nuts as is.

Unless... 12ST transplant & skinny Mk1 bumpers:wtf: ...lol

You own the rear bumper from this car!lollol

[Novasport]

You tempted by the idea? You need the bumper back? ;)

[Benn]

Love the mirror and the bay looks great.

[krobinson]

Cheers Benn :)

[moffat]

looking amazing keith :thumb:

[matthew172]

glad your happy with the mirrors keith, they look good on yours, nick is a top painter

[fearless]

Mirrors looking good Keith - Not many of them genuine items around :)

[walker-nova]

Liking the mirrors dude

[krobinson]

Mirrors looking good Keith - Not many of them genuine items around :)

Cheers Dave, do you remember how many pairs you made? Also what year did you make these for Brett?

:-)

[NOV4_SPORT]

The mirrors really suit the car mate.

The whole nova is stunning its just epic !

Iain

[SRimon]

I'm sure the rocker is a clue of future wheel colour choice....

Love the mirrors! Always an awesome addition :)

[Nick J]

I'm sure the rocker is a clue of future wheel colour choice....

Love the mirrors! Always an awesome addition :)


Thats exactly what I said to Keith some time ago....... I think the only thing that holds him back is the car would look very similar to Andys If he did go down the dark wheel route and he didnt want that which I can perfectly understand. But on the other hand without a shadow of doubt I know the car would look stunning with the same colour applied to the wheels!

The car looks great with the new mirrors Keith their a credit to Dave on how well they are made/sculpted. An excellent addition for an already top car.

Nick.

[jaygsi]

Keep those classics going lad good job

[krobinson]

Wheels maybe next year! ;-)

[Ben]

Wheels maybe next year! ;-)

Just get a spare set and have a set of each!

[krobinson]

Cleaned....

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/953f3955.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/c623d0ce.jpg

Hope the weathers good next weekend!!

[moffat]

thats stunning keith :thumb:

[ryansnova]

indeed :P


+rep ;)

[brucer]

the stance is awesome.

[krobinson]

And..

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/04de2736.jpg

[hybridturbo]

Wonky plate :(

Love the new mirrors

[Benn]

Looks stunning dude!

[boss]

stunning

[shaun larnder]

Surely there is nothing else that you can do to your Nova now Kieth.

Lovely work.

[krobinson]

Cheers Shaun, yeah it's got to that stage now! I'm working towards building a garage at home so I can move it down from my parents. Might do some changes in a few years!

[Steve]

Hope this one is a keeper keith? Alot of people seem to sell them on when they get to this stage, oh and after they've been featured in a few mags..

Can't understand it myself, looks great though, top work!!

[krobinson]

It's a keeper Steve! It's been finished 3 years now. Featured two years ago. I'd only build another if I sold it.

[krobinson]

Nothing much to report really. I'll be swapping over my header tank for a new original this weekend, and hopefully getting it taxed for some summer driving. It will need new front tyres soon, and MOT at the end of April.

My new car is getting all the attention at the moment!

http://distilleryimage3.s3.amazonaws.com/fbea6f6e705111e19e4a12313813ffc0_7.jpg

Keith

[Jonlem]

One problem with that Porsche..... No solid lifters lol

[krobinson]

the funny thing is I have a large photo of my old Nova with a 996 911 in pursuit, right up my a** LOL

[Jonlem]

Lol, lovely car though Keith.

[Benn]

My word.

[stuartyj21]

nice car keith, whats the spec?

[krobinson]

My word.

Cheers Benn


nice car keith, whats the spec?

Thanks Stuarty, its a 911 Carrera 2, 3.4L Flat 6 - 300bhp. (996 model)


Lol, lovely car though Keith.

Cheers Fella, loving it so far!

[The Simps]

Good choice Keith. Gotta love that flat 6 noise. It will never be in the same fun category as a nova turbo but a completely different fun all the same.

:thumb:

[g111mds]

nice 911 Keith! cracking value the 996's now.

[stuartyj21]

so keith the ultimate question, whats the plans for it???

[krobinson]

Good choice Keith. Gotta love that flat 6 noise. It will never be in the same fun category as a nova turbo but a completely different fun all the same.

:thumb:

Yeah its completely different. They are so so well engineered, it just feels so well put together and inspires confidence. The Nova makes me nervous somethings going to snap everytime I nail it LOL


nice 911 Keith! cracking value the 996's now.

Cheers, Yeah they are superb value. I fancied a 993 but they are over 20k now for a good one. I think I'll keep this for a while and upgrade to a 997 in a few years. Is that your 964? Beautiful cars, I'd love one but I'd have to sell the Nova as it would be more of a Toy.


so keith the ultimate question, whats the plans for it???

I've fitted a pair of Miltek silencers, and the wheels could do with a refurb to make them spotless and I want the calipers painted red. As said the main plan is to keep it in great nick and upgrade to a 997 in a few years. I'd love a GT3 but it may never be within my reach, but I'll keep working hard and see what happens!

Keith

[Southie]

Love the porka, does it feel smooth compared to owning an LET Nova lol

How's your other build coming on as I've not subscribed and lost the link [bad southie].

[krobinson]

The other car is on hold until I get the savings back in order. I've a rollover spit sorted and just need to strip it bare. Once thats sorted I'll begin sorting the arches and back panel.

[g111mds]

Cheers, Yeah they are superb value. I fancied a 993 but they are over 20k now for a good one. I think I'll keep this for a while and upgrade to a 997 in a few years. Is that your 964? Beautiful cars, I'd love one but I'd have to sell the Nova as it would be more of a Toy.

Keith

it is, yes. Its actually a late 3.2 Carrera, but with the cup wheels on it:

http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a154/g111mds/F911BKD/16Jan2011-02.jpg

Had it about 18 months and was originally looking for either a 964 or an Impact Bumper. The 964s i looked at seemed to have some big big bills in the service history so decided to go IB. Like you though, a GT3 is on the wanted list.

Enjoy...

[krobinson]

Beautiful! Would love an early 911 or a 964 variant. Maybe in the future :)

[VXRNuTTA]

:mad: Is there someone up there looking to **** down on me or something? I cannot f u c king believe it. The final door has been delivered to an address in germany, and some car parts that were supposed to go to germany were delivered to Crew.

What a bloody mess, i'm seriously going to break this project if this door doesnt get sent back to crew without a scratch.

TNT are absolutely useless.
:mad: :mad:

Keith

TNT = Tomorrow Not Today lol :)

[Nova_Tek]

Lovely Porsche...

I'd love to have a 911 993 Turbo (Not in Nova blue though lol )

http://993c4s.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/seinfeld-porsche-993-turbos-side.jpg

Still expensive though :(

[krobinson]

Love!

[Nova_Tek]

Mixture of modern 997 front looks and old skool cool and a massive Porsche rear wing.

[krobinson]

993's are crazy money. A low mileage turbo fetches over 100k. Thats more than a year old 997 GT3 RS, which i'd rather have (If I could ever afford it!)

[Nova_Tek]

I know cheapest I've seen was £50k + still lovely though. Wish I had that much spare cash and more.

[krobinson]

Havent used the Nova much this year. Had it up a run to a local track earlier in the year to watch the NiSevens (Sevens/westfield competition)

Soon after, the alternator failed, and I lost interest.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/971934_10151500470035882_714655915_n.jpg

One new alternator later, and it's back on the road.

I need two new front tyres though and funds are low with our big holiday coming up, but with them still legal I've had it out another blast. Reminding me just how awesome it is!

Keith

[bazil]

Loved it at billing a few years ago,
http://i790.photobucket.com/albums/yy181/Bazil_2468/billing%202011/P1010096.jpg

[novadave24]

love this nova is nice and clean :)

[krobinson]

Loved it at billing a few years ago,
http://i790.photobucket.com/albums/yy181/Bazil_2468/billing%202011/P1010096.jpg

Hope to make it over Next year with it. It's not been since 2011. (but was there 2009/10/11)

[M Sutton]

Stunning nova! Be good to see this again next year ;)

[tahir868]

This has always been one of my favourite Novas :thumb:

[johnd]

very nice keith

[krobinson]

Cheers folks :)

[nova.mike]

Mint car looks lush, love it!

[krobinson]

Didn't use this enough in 2013 to bother with new front tyres. But going to be ordering them up soon so I can use it loads in 2014 :D

[M Sutton]

Yes! Will be awesome to see it at PVS or Billing mayb?

[Benn]

Very good news.

[jafanan]

booked the hotel for the saturday of billing

hope to have the sr ready, you's heading over?

[Benn]

I forget what a fantastic build this was. Just read it from the start. Love it.

[SRimon]

I forget what a fantastic build this was. Just read it from the start. Love it.

I did that the other day too.

Still have the same love for it as first time around!

[chris gsi]

I forget what a fantastic build this was. Just read it from the start. Love it.

I have to agree with you Ben I have read it over the last few days all 210 pages

well done for the epic build Keith and awesome nova always loved the car only thing I would change about the car is register it in my name and park it in my garage:thumb:

[krobinson]

booked the hotel for the saturday of billing

hope to have the sr ready, you's heading over?


Yes! Will be awesome to see it at PVS or Billing mayb?

Not sure if we'll come to Billing this year, it's getting so expensive for the boat. Will see nearer the time!

[Benn]

booked the hotel for the saturday of billing
*cough* pussy*cough*

[krobinson]

Lol

[murph-gsi]

I really want to see this car a show this year. Will she be out for many? :)

[rob89]

Hopefully see this at a show sometime.....Billing this year (hint). It was always yours and lee's that I liked ever since I joined this site!

Cracking car :thumb:

[Southie]

This one of the best Novas still out there, a dream nova I'd love to have but will never own so this wip will have to do lol

[krobinson]

I really want to see this car a show this year. Will she be out for many? :)

I not massively into shows anymore, especially in NI, I'll be using it loads this year and hope to take it back to the Nurburgring though.

[kingwick]

Keith if you are going to any ni shows please let me know I really want to see this in the flesh !

[jafanan]

*cough* pussy*cough*

lol now now benn

keith - yes the boat prices are a bit of a joke tbh

[krobinson]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/28C2560E-863A-49C7-B9ED-7C2124662C1C_zpsqkhkswc1.jpg

:)

[krobinson]

Just incase anyone misses the point of the above picture - took the Nova T to a weigh bridge today, about 15 litres of fuel left and some other random stuff laying around inside the car = 920kg.


Makes a power to weight of around 300bhp/tonne. :)


Keith

[novacabrio]

I see what the point is...... But did you really need to do that to realise why the car was quick? Lol

[Novasport]

Thought you'd had enough and weighed in in lol

[Nick J]

Not a bad weight at all considering you have a full trim in their and an f28 etc. More than enough with that power to weight ratio. ;)

Nick.

[Benn]

Nice, good fun.

[mr sri]

lol now now benn

keith - yes the boat prices are a bit of a joke tbh

Just had a good read through this epic build and thats an awesome build and a stunning nova in the process and I totally agree with yous on the price of the boat as I travel from stranraer to N.I and its extortionate for tickets i try and wait as sometimes they have a £50 day return on with a £10 for each extra passenger then book it the other way lol

[burgo]

Genuinely surprised at that weight

[Benn]

Think mine was about that with a let in it too Luke...

[krobinson]

I've not used the Nova a lot this year, not as much as I'd hoped. The 911 gets much more use and has taken most of this years man fund.

Missing billing though has spurred me on to sort out some niggles and get the car over in 2015.

Plans are:
- Engine out
- Crank oil seal fixed
- Repaint Gearbox
- Re-powdercoat running gear
- Fit Power steering
- Fit Quick Rack
- Possibly swap to MK2 bootlid
- Repaint bumpers
- Do wheels same colour as rocker
- Possibly look into getting a new LET loom made

Anyone know a company that would make a brand new loom up?

Keith

[SRimon]

I'm sure the rocker is a clue of future wheel colour choice....

Love the mirrors! Always an awesome addition :)

Ha, thought so!

Will look great I think.

Tempted by a vinyl rear end?

[Kev Turbo]

Gutted you were not there Keith but understandable with the treck from Ireland.

Can't wait to see the refresh progress.

[matthew172]

Harnessing solutions made my loom for the standalone and did a excellent job too, maybe worth calling them with your requirements

[krobinson]

I just recognise my loom is 20 years old. The odd time I get a bad connection to my AFM and it causes dodgy running. A new loom would help make it über reliable. Want to take it back to Europe next year hopefully!

Will give them a shout once I strip the engine out.

[krobinson]

This is what's taken up my time this year

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/Porsche%20911%20Carrera%202/5B619DFC-7067-4B47-8E51-70D3CBF94516_zpsn5aapnb3.jpg

Spotted a GT3 aero kit a month ago, right kit, wrong time, bought it and emptied the man-fund. After holidays I'll be building it back up to fund the work for the Nova.

keith

[krobinson]

Well, here we go again.


The shell was painted in 2007 and the finish was flawless, I used the car properly for 5 years and less the past 3, now I feel it's time for a refresh.


Some issues arose from the Acid dip, which appeared much worse than they actually are. Thankfully on inspection the car is still absolutely mint. However I'm going to replace both arches and convert them to single skin to "future proof" the next build (the double skin has started to slightly warp). Other things to sort are an oil leak, and I might look into a new engine loom & ECU for more adjustability.


New colour? Don't know. The biggest challenge will be sourcing a painter who can match the previous finish.


And so, here begins another build.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/3232386B-39D6-47EA-9ACB-6FC4B9342331_zpsdugnn8do.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/3232386B-39D6-47EA-9ACB-6FC4B9342331_zpsdugnn8do.jpg.html)



Delighted its mint under the bumpers.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/DAA1A055-E513-4918-9343-41CA4FF16904_zpshfkrky9c.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/DAA1A055-E513-4918-9343-41CA4FF16904_zpshfkrky9c.jpg.html)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/C2DB9515-0A40-4507-AF92-FE218AE9B5C7_zpspymf74ck.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/C2DB9515-0A40-4507-AF92-FE218AE9B5C7_zpspymf74ck.jpg.html)



Didn't get much done on the front end


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/F8F3146A-E6B2-45B7-BCAF-27ADA6675379_zpsy87imops.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/F8F3146A-E6B2-45B7-BCAF-27ADA6675379_zpsy87imops.jpg.html)



Roof lining out, need to get a new one made.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/1DC6D8D9-8D07-4720-8140-947121737B0C_zpslkexyskz.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/1DC6D8D9-8D07-4720-8140-947121737B0C_zpslkexyskz.jpg.html)



Still good in all the right places


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/7C12B645-93BC-418B-9DB3-03BEB7D8DFAD_zpskysnunty.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/7C12B645-93BC-418B-9DB3-03BEB7D8DFAD_zpskysnunty.jpg.html)



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/726B1D76-DD0B-45DA-9BC9-4729BB58C00D_zpsswfr5pjc.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/726B1D76-DD0B-45DA-9BC9-4729BB58C00D_zpsswfr5pjc.jpg.html)



Will get more done tomorrow.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/C1C4D39E-DA9A-473E-B604-C27FF4666736_zpshryldbv5.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/C1C4D39E-DA9A-473E-B604-C27FF4666736_zpshryldbv5.jpg.html)



Keith

[NathanKirkpatrick]

Best of luck Keith.. You'll make the next build even better I can imagine :)

[Iain]

Some people have impossibly high standards lol look forward to seeing the work put in to this.

[johnd]

Look well as it is lad. New build should be immense

[Benn]

Love that you're re building/freshing up again.

I'm glad it still looks mint, shows it was done so well the first time.
Could ade not paint it again? He did a hell of a job.

[Ian_Gsi16v]

Another rebuild :eek: not sure how you top the current one :cool:

[krobinson]

Best of luck Keith.. You'll make the next build even better I can imagine :)

Thanks :-) going to do my best


Some people have impossibly high standards lol look forward to seeing the work put in to this.

perfection doesn't exist. Doesn't stop us trying!


Look well as it is lad. New build should be immense

thanks


Love that you're re building/freshing up again.

I'm glad it still looks mint, shows it was done so well the first time.
Could ade not paint it again? He did a hell of a job.

I'm not sure. I haven't approached him yet.


Another rebuild :eek: not sure how you top the current one :cool:

not sure either. It's all about the paint finish!

[Big_Chap]

Popcorn out!

I'll be doing something similar myself this winter although probably not a colour change, always liked diamond black though!

[bazzap8389]

Wow, rebuilding it when it looks as good as it does. I can only imagine how good this will be!

[krobinson]

Update:


Dash out:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/25D34FA3-8151-4F1C-8B95-495E213A5575_zpsmt5nzpgj.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/25D34FA3-8151-4F1C-8B95-495E213A5575_zpsmt5nzpgj.jpg.html)



Wings, bumper and headlights
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/B18AABD4-EC38-4A0F-A3C4-F6A03C3809F1_zpsjbc2s4lr.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/B18AABD4-EC38-4A0F-A3C4-F6A03C3809F1_zpsjbc2s4lr.jpg.html)



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/5A9538A8-BF24-43BC-97CD-5B58E726A99E_zpsshcgpr4o.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/5A9538A8-BF24-43BC-97CD-5B58E726A99E_zpsshcgpr4o.jpg.html)



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/F378A77C-B517-439F-9128-162FC434713F_zpsqtn0qox4.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/F378A77C-B517-439F-9128-162FC434713F_zpsqtn0qox4.jpg.html)



Bumper wings set back on for storage.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/03995D82-DB23-462A-89FD-A2686A80E128_zpsdh2mvsjm.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/03995D82-DB23-462A-89FD-A2686A80E128_zpsdh2mvsjm.jpg.html)



Keith

[Benn]

Lovely and clean in the aches still.

[Ian_Gsi16v]

It's still so clean!

Do you have a timescale in mind for it? I guess it won't be quite as involved as the last build?

[krobinson]

It's still so clean!

Do you have a timescale in mind for it? I guess it won't be quite as involved as the last build?

Billing 2016 is the deadline, but i'd like to have it done by the end of the year if I can. Looking into management and loom so need time to get it mapped and some miles put in before the big drive.

[M Sutton]

Amazing attention to detail. Always loved this car and now it's getting even better!! Will be following your progress ;)

[kingwick]

Has any one ever made or designed plastic splash guards for these ?

[krobinson]

Has any one ever made or designed plastic splash guards for these ?

Not that I'm aware of

[duick]

Plastic splash guards for inner wings? Yes, they exist, from Lokari
http://www.lokari.de/epages/62716287.sf/en_GB/?ViewObjectPath=%2FShops%2F62716287%2FCategories%2 FArtikelsuche_Bestellung%2FOpel
They were even standard on MK2s in north countries like Sweden (as also headlamp washers)

[krobinson]

Plastic splash guards for inner wings? Yes, they exist, from Lokari
http://www.lokari.de/epages/62716287.sf/en_GB/?ViewObjectPath=%2FShops%2F62716287%2FCategories%2 FArtikelsuche_Bestellung%2FOpel
They were even standard on MK2s in north countries like Sweden (as also headlamp washers)

Thanks for that Steve, any pictures of them fitted?

[brucer]

cant wait to see the progress, loved the original build.

[nova_niek]

Wow, big job ahead! Was actually wondering about the durability of a dipped shell. Keith, do you think the quality of dipping and the subsequent electrophoretic coating lives up to your expectations, or would you do things differently should you do a similar type restoration/build?

[krobinson]

Wow, big job ahead! Was actually wondering about the durability of a dipped shell. Keith, do you think the quality of dipping and the subsequent electrophoretic coating lives up to your expectations, or would you do things differently should you do a similar type restoration/build?

I would never do it again, my perception vs reality was way out. I feel I wouldn't be doing this now if I'd just painted the shell instead as it was absolutely brand new when I first started and has been dry stored in a heated garage/carcoon since.

[Benn]

Have you have paint issues like Edd?

[novaa]

Have you still got the G reg mk1

[krobinson]

Have you still got the G reg mk1

No, sold it 2 years ago.


Have you have paint issues like Edd?

Not so much paint issues, but rust issues. Thankfully a lot less than I first thought.

The arch seams have warped/split, however thankfully the rest of the car is fine (so far), last place to check is the engine bay once the engine is out, but on the face of it with the wings off it's all still perfect.

Plan is arches/quarters, full paint, management.

[Ian_Gsi16v]

Bloody hell that is crazy :o Needing quarters / arches only a few years after all that work and especially as you have kept it dry and looked after it.

Must be gut wrenching when you realised it wasn't living up to the expectations :(

[Benn]

Not so much paint issues, but rust issues. Thankfully a lot less than I first thought.

The arch seams have warped/split, however thankfully the rest of the car is fine (so far), last place to check is the engine bay once the engine is out, but on the face of it with the wings off it's all still perfect.


If the rust for the dipping do you think? Shame it's you've had issues, but at least its stuff that can be sorted.

Colour change too?

[Kev Turbo]

Good luck with the rebuild Keith - Will keep an eye out for updates :)

[dan16v]

Hope the rebuild goes smoothly Keith!

[krobinson]

Bloody hell that is crazy :o Needing quarters / arches only a few years after all that work and especially as you have kept it dry and looked after it.

Must be gut wrenching when you realised it wasn't living up to the expectations :(

It was dipped 8 years ago last month, it's a little longer than a few years. The way I look at it, some novas were rotten after 8 years from new, so it's come as no surprise really to have a few blemishes.

It's only the lip of the arch thats going, anyone else would probably rub them down, rust treat and paint. But I'd rather get to the source of the problem and thats the double skinned arches, replacing them with single skin.


If the rust for the dipping do you think? Shame it's you've had issues, but at least its stuff that can be sorted.

Colour change too?

Confident it's all down to the dip, i've read online that many others have had issues, including expensive porsche/ferrari's following the process, so take from that what you will.

Colour change is possible, still undecided.


Good luck with the rebuild Keith - Will keep an eye out for updates :)

Thanks Kev :)


Hope the rebuild goes smoothly Keith!

Thanks Dan, Any sign of you getting into another Nova?

[dan16v]

Unfortunately not Keith, mortgaged upto the eyeballs with plans just submitted for big extension and an almost 2 year old child so not much spare cash these days.
Iam still in a que for my escort cosworth resto so hope that is done this year as the money has been set aside for years!
Hope all is well?

[krobinson]

All good Dan thanks - good to hear from you. Know what it's like with Mortgage, possibly looking at moving soon so I've just sold my 911 to fund it - priorities!!

[dan16v]

Grown ups!! I had to sell the M5 to get double glazing and gas central heating almost cried!

[krobinson]

Little bit more progress - no photos yet.

Got a Jig made, and some dolly's to move the shell around on. Taking the engine out soon and getting it prepped to go for welding.

[Southie]

Holly cow, I go on holiday and come back to this. Now this will be worth reading so all the best with it Keith.... Yet again ;)

[krobinson]

Little more progress:


Had a spit made up, and two dollys to mount the shell on and make it mobile. (My brother had a set made also as he's building a 16v Saloon)


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/D8068372-E17C-4D1C-90CB-4EAF9B669CC3_zpsct9kebak.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/D8068372-E17C-4D1C-90CB-4EAF9B669CC3_zpsct9kebak.jpg.html)



Stripping the engine back:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/7EA40B05-52FF-4142-9AC5-CA00E35B6B95_zpsmbgvwbl8.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/7EA40B05-52FF-4142-9AC5-CA00E35B6B95_zpsmbgvwbl8.jpg.html)



Wiper motor, battery etc all removed:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/7483C926-3147-4EA8-9F0B-66BA813C458D_zpsqczcxlfa.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/7483C926-3147-4EA8-9F0B-66BA813C458D_zpsqczcxlfa.jpg.html)



Boxing everything up:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/1B87433A-9FE2-4A19-83DF-9662052EAC70_zps0hzom4tj.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/1B87433A-9FE2-4A19-83DF-9662052EAC70_zps0hzom4tj.jpg.html)



Have some bits for sale:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/9466B342-3F4A-4CB5-95B2-0EB03FDCAD2E_zpsfek7dxct.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/9466B342-3F4A-4CB5-95B2-0EB03FDCAD2E_zpsfek7dxct.jpg.html)



Almost new Airflow Meter - £140
Almost new Distributor & Coil - £100
C20LET Loom - £110
C20LET EDS Phase 2 ECU £150


Keith

[johnd]

Looking good Keith jig and dollys look well made. If you wouldn't mind I'm after the measurement of the dollys

[krobinson]

I can measure them this weekend. What specifically do you want measured? The mounting points are just measured off the chassis?

[Benn]

Good work.

[kingwick]

X2 for measurements of dollys and a "how to" on the spit making.

[krobinson]

Thats the parts starting to filter in now:

As I'll no longer be running a distributor and coil, I've got a dizzy blank and coilpack bracket from SBD.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/DB1B3F44-1728-4208-8511-8356B471F154_zpsobugulb9.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/DB1B3F44-1728-4208-8511-8356B471F154_zpsobugulb9.jpg.html)


DTA S40 management:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/76D4E990-3925-45AA-83F9-9D67EB2A0167_zpstcztmxbp.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/76D4E990-3925-45AA-83F9-9D67EB2A0167_zpstcztmxbp.jpg.html)

Fuel pressure reg:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/1B98166B-74FC-4D79-BCB1-207478C7B84C_zpsgdygmqba.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/1B98166B-74FC-4D79-BCB1-207478C7B84C_zpsgdygmqba.jpg.html)

Boost Control valve:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/1E40BC41-F661-4E14-8136-58B72440CF82_zpsf5ugolmb.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/1E40BC41-F661-4E14-8136-58B72440CF82_zpsf5ugolmb.jpg.html)

3 bar map sensor:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/507AED0E-C9D6-4C1D-B4BD-90AB46A7EA61_zpsz59mdadq.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/507AED0E-C9D6-4C1D-B4BD-90AB46A7EA61_zpsz59mdadq.jpg.html)

Siemens Deka 630cc Injectors:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/E9B2C770-16AB-42FF-B8D3-BBB8CC487ACA_zpsxs6jorso.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/E9B2C770-16AB-42FF-B8D3-BBB8CC487ACA_zpsxs6jorso.jpg.html)

Just need some gaskets ordered for the engine now, and I also have to measure up to get my loom made. Then I can remove the engine and get cracking on with the shell repair and repaint.

Keith

[fearless]

Looks good Keith - I have a mate who used to work for DTA and made their engine looms and programmed the ECU before they sold up to the new owner - he still makes the engine looms for the new owner, if your struggling for a supplier I can get a price next time I see him

[krobinson]

I've been in touch with http://www.harnessing-solutions.co.uk/ who made Matt's loom, I think they are pretty competitive and do a really good job. Going to have it on a connector on the bulked so it's super neat.

[krobinson]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/0706E0C1-633B-4A91-B2F3-1DD36456D824_zpsrzupzmzt.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/0706E0C1-633B-4A91-B2F3-1DD36456D824_zpsrzupzmzt.jpg.html)

this isn't going to be easy!

[Benn]

Staying with blue then..lol Think i'd be tempted to go a lil darker...

[krobinson]

Not decided yet, just got some test cards to see how I feel

[clemo]

What a fantastic thread and loverly car, I am a little concerned about the rust coming through even after the e-coat as that's exactly the route I was thinking of going down only my shell is already showing signs of rot in the wheel arches and front valance so if that's what happens to a mint starting shell I'm going to give it some hard thought wether I do or not as I had got my heart set on it, the colour of he coat seems differant to what they use now though maybe they have had problems with the mix?
Also I know how frustrating ordering panels and they arrive dented can be as i am currently having the same problem with some doors I've ordered, even the replacement one I had sent is folded at the bottom (should straighten but not ideal I thought I'd just been unlucky with the delivery driver but maybe it's not the currier.

[BRoadGhost]

Parsnip brown

[clemo]

Parsnip brown

Haha I'd never thought of it like that but it is a very parsnip colour lol

[Benn]

That Porsche mint white green.... Hhhmm wait might be close to Matt's.

[krobinson]

What a fantastic thread and loverly car, I am a little concerned about the rust coming through even after the e-coat as that's exactly the route I was thinking of going down only my shell is already showing signs of rot in the wheel arches and front valance so if that's what happens to a mint starting shell I'm going to give it some hard thought wether I do or not as I had got my heart set on it, the colour of he coat seems differant to what they use now though maybe they have had problems with the mix?
Also I know how frustrating ordering panels and they arrive dented can be as i am currently having the same problem with some doors I've ordered, even the replacement one I had sent is folded at the bottom (should straighten but not ideal I thought I'd just been unlucky with the delivery driver but maybe it's not the currier.

The vast majority of the shell is still absolutely perfect, however I wrongly assumed that it would last forever, given that it was a perfect as/new shell which had no previous repair. Do your research before you do anything. The internet is flooded with stories of similar issues now, which wasn't around at all when I had it done in 2007. If I knew then what I know now, I wouldn't do it, and I wouldn't recommend anyone do it either.

Keith

[Benn]

Seen everyone has issues. 2 cars here, seen a evo that has major probs and a Porsche too.

[rich a]

As Benn says lots of stories about this process. My dad had his race car shell done by spl Birmingham an the shell seems ok so far but the doors an bonnet are starting to rust as the acid weeps out. As Keith says be very wary of it a think hard before you do. Again the stories weren't around when my dad had his done in 2008

I hope the strip down an rebuild deal with the issues you have Keith. looks like the end result will be even better with no issues in the future an piece of mind
Rich

[clemo]

Cheers for the input guys its deffinately doing a good job of putting me off the process, I was going to use S.p.l as they are only an hour away but I think I might reconsider, you may have just saved me thousands lol
HouseAtreides was telling me about soda blasting a couple of weeks ago I'm thinking maybe this might be a safer method.
i was mainly concerned with any blasting that your only getting where the gun can get but I guess they only seem to rot in certain places and those places are usually where the weather and road salt etc can get so do the crevices you can't get to really matter, after all the car is 22 years old and only has isolated rust spots. at the end of the day if it ain't broke why fix it I suppose.

[HouseAtreides]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/0706E0C1-633B-4A91-B2F3-1DD36456D824_zpsrzupzmzt.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/0706E0C1-633B-4A91-B2F3-1DD36456D824_zpsrzupzmzt.jpg.html)

this isn't going to be easy!

If these are the shades of blue you've narrowed it down to, I (personally) think the blue second from the end towards the rear of the wing would look spot on! Nice bit of depth to it :)

[Edd]

SPL are incapable of doing a decent job imo

There process is second rate, pretty much like there customer service

ProStrip have a far superior process
The chap I spoke to has had countless customers who have work done by SPL that he has had to put right

My shell has had to have things done to it by previous owner and me to rectify shoddy work by SPL

but my arches are starting to look not great, no rust but starting to look a different shape, probably need doing in 2/3 years

[krobinson]

SPL are incapable of doing a decent job imo

There process is second rate, pretty much like there customer service

ProStrip have a far superior process
The chap I spoke to has had countless customers who have work done by SPL that he has had to put right

My shell has had to have things done to it by previous owner and me to rectify shoddy work by SPL

but my arches are starting to look not great, no rust but starting to look a different shape, probably need doing in 2/3 years

Your arches will be rusting in between the panel, thats what happened mine. They started to warp/go out of shape.

[nova_niek]

Cheers for the input guys its deffinately doing a good job of putting me off the process, I was going to use S.p.l as they are only an hour away but I think I might reconsider, you may have just saved me thousands lol
HouseAtreides was telling me about soda blasting a couple of weeks ago I'm thinking maybe this might be a safer method.
i was mainly concerned with any blasting that your only getting where the gun can get but I guess they only seem to rot in certain places and those places are usually where the weather and road salt etc can get so do the crevices you can't get to really matter, after all the car is 22 years old and only has isolated rust spots. at the end of the day if it ain't broke why fix it I suppose.

Check out dry ice blasting. This leaves zero residue and doesn't bring in heat which in turn could warp panels. I've seen a demo on video and think it's quite impressive. (sorry for hijacking your thread Keith)

[krobinson]

Now that my loom is ordered, it was time to remove the engine and gearbox.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/D68DA788-3CFC-4350-8059-1048ECB73924_zpsm1e645vo.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/D68DA788-3CFC-4350-8059-1048ECB73924_zpsm1e645vo.jpg.html)



Engine now on it's stand, ready to sort some minor leaks and replace the timing belt.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/F197CB8C-435C-41F0-9FCD-680B515A9C4C_zpsluvhub3z.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/F197CB8C-435C-41F0-9FCD-680B515A9C4C_zpsluvhub3z.jpg.html)



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/6DE8AF7C-174E-4679-9352-FF20A9B78D00_zpsj2bkra6m.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/6DE8AF7C-174E-4679-9352-FF20A9B78D00_zpsj2bkra6m.jpg.html)



Put it on a dolly


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/1E1BB639-C31C-4A14-A26F-87EBEBEFE3C9_zps6ec8aw0e.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/1E1BB639-C31C-4A14-A26F-87EBEBEFE3C9_zps6ec8aw0e.jpg.html)



Back axel, fuel pump, fuel tank, fuel lines and brake lines removed:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/103BDF83-5E25-4868-BE55-11FCBD1F7EDD_zpsyl8tzjn1.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/103BDF83-5E25-4868-BE55-11FCBD1F7EDD_zpsyl8tzjn1.jpg.html)



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/8A7FDC7C-1AEB-4602-8CAB-08B5F92EDD75_zpsvblmqeyf.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/8A7FDC7C-1AEB-4602-8CAB-08B5F92EDD75_zpsvblmqeyf.jpg.html)



Lots of parts, ready for a clean up/refurb:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/E6D6FFC7-E755-4DE8-92CE-E881F172C761_zpsponj0cwd.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/E6D6FFC7-E755-4DE8-92CE-E881F172C761_zpsponj0cwd.jpg.html)



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/45F31416-C9BF-41F7-9133-37A23DAC73D9_zpsigqdnavu.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/45F31416-C9BF-41F7-9133-37A23DAC73D9_zpsigqdnavu.jpg.html)



Few more things to do tomorrow, then it's ready for cleaning and prep to get repairs done.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/A57CAA80-862F-46D1-8239-C14581DCCF4F_zpsmsiytpuz.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/A57CAA80-862F-46D1-8239-C14581DCCF4F_zpsmsiytpuz.jpg.html)



Keith

[Southie]

A part of me feels sad that you've had to do this to such a brilliant Nova but needs must and it's bound to be yet again a high class Nova Keith, so good luck :)

[Nick J]

Proper job mate... :thumb:

[krobinson]

A part of me feels sad that you've had to do this to such a brilliant Nova but needs must and it's bound to be yet again a high class Nova Keith, so good luck :)

Looking back now, I could have just had arches put in. But it's kind of got out of control now and there's no going back. I'm looking forward to an even tidier loom and even more reliable running.

[Benn]

Underside still looks greats. No rust in sight.

Keeping it body colour?

[krobinson]

Underside still looks greats. No rust in sight.

Keeping it body colour?

Yeah the entire shell will be repainted. Even though I won't be keeping it concourse and will be driving it's nuts off.

[Benn]

Perfect, perfect and perfect.


Go red. Deep velvet dark met red.

[krobinson]

This makes me happy!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/12004047_10152950352535882_8980530842271340519_n_z psfcexgbhh.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/12004047_10152950352535882_8980530842271340519_n_z psfcexgbhh.jpg.html)

[nova_stee]

Who made the loom

[krobinson]

A fella who used to make the looms for DTA themselves.

[nova_stee]

Does he call him self loom solutions?

[HouseAtreides]

Loom looks very tidy! :) Be interesting to see what colour you go for on the respray ...

[Big_Chap]

A fella who used to make the looms for DTA themselves.


Ah, I was going to say it looks like my bodies loom which runs DTA.

whats that other plate on your ball joint? Is it part of an old one trimmed down to act as a clamp?

Nice work!

[krobinson]

Ah, I was going to say it looks like my bodies loom which runs DTA.

whats that other plate on your ball joint? Is it part of an old one trimmed down to act as a clamp?

Nice work!

My wishbones are boxed in with crush tubes in between. So I run my balljoints below the wishbone with that spacer then to lower the tie bar even further to clear the F28. Works well as the wishbone runs level even with the car nice and low :)

[Benn]

My wishbones are boxed in with crush tubes in between. So I run my balljoints below the wishbone with that spacer then to lower the tie bar even further to clear the F28. Works well as the wishbone runs level even with the car nice and low :)

Hhmmm that sounds much better. MY ball join is on top of the arm, which doesn't help my arm angles.. Why have i never thought of moving it down?

[krobinson]

With the shell away, it was time to finally sort out all the bits I removed. The crank oil seal was leaking so essentially everything underneath the car was covered in oil.


Engine on the stand, degreased / steam washed:


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I'll repaint the block and replace the crank oil seal, sump gasket and replace the timing belt before going for mapping.


Gearbox degreased, cleaned and ready for fresh paint:


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Flywheel degreased:


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My girlfriend kindly helped all day, sorting things into boxes and bubble wrapping things like the doors:


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Will gather bits for powder coating now, repaint the fuel tank, gearbox and generally get everything sorted for refitting next year when the shell is painted.


Keith

[nova_stee]

You should fit steel rods in the engine while its out incase you fancy more power in future

[Nick J]

Rocking it Sir..... Will be back to its best in no time. ;)

[Benn]

Just from seeing the pic. Remember flywheel bolts are stretch bolts and need replacing.

[lee coley]

Dipping cars is a bad move

[krobinson]

Small update

New front lower panel

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/C6D5959D-50B6-46E3-B515-1C3354E6AE42_zpshdpheide.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/C6D5959D-50B6-46E3-B515-1C3354E6AE42_zpshdpheide.jpg.html)

All the old loom holes welded up

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And on the spit now to inspect everywhere else

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Keith

[Benn]

Loom tuck? Still looks good, was the front panel that bad?

[krobinson]

Loom tuck? Still looks good, was the front panel that bad?

Theres 3 layers on the panel at the top and there was corrosion inbetween. Easier to just replace the lower section.

[krobinson]

Not much progress, Christmas eating up all the funds :(

Should have the shell back from welding in January, then I can finish cleaning off all the underseal, ready for a fresh coat. Then it'll be off for paint :D

[Benn]

What welding? Did i miss that?

New underseal too? Is that just incase? Cant be much wrong with what you have surley?

[BRoadGhost]

Welding the rest of the seams?

[krobinson]

Welding the rest of the seams?

Yeah, stitching the legs underneath, never did it during the last build.


What welding? Did i miss that?

New underseal too? Is that just incase? Cant be much wrong with what you have surley?

Very little wrong, just arches and a few other sections to tidy and as above.

[krobinson]

Progress on the shell - All the split spot weld seam are almost sorted, few more to do and it'll be perfect:


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/FA36C0FE-DD95-4B5E-8022-BDFEAD0F3585_zpsceglkvgr.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/FA36C0FE-DD95-4B5E-8022-BDFEAD0F3585_zpsceglkvgr.jpg.html)


Arches going in, William has put in the spot welds for originality, and the arch is now single skin to remove the "Achilles heal" issue of moisture between the panels.


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/D7B863BA-78F1-4B21-8849-5CECF1B28CFC_zpstyvlwsoi.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/D7B863BA-78F1-4B21-8849-5CECF1B28CFC_zpstyvlwsoi.jpg.html)


It's going next weekend to have the engine bay and floor media blasted to allow for a better finish of under seal and paint. Then it's just the task of saving the cash for the respray. I have the vast majority of parts required to rebuild it once sorted.


Keith

[dan16v]

Good work Keith

[darragh792]

Nice to see a panel being welded in the right way �� keep up the good work

[Andy]

What have i missed? Why are you restoring it again?

[krobinson]

What have i missed? Why are you restoring it again?

Despite my best efforts, some of the spot welded seams started to split. On inspection this seams to have been caused by the Acid dip and e-coat not doing it's job. Since finding all this i've found lots of examples of his happening on other cars so i'm not alone.

So my friend William is drilling out spot welds, removing sections, and repairing. Thankfully it's fairly minimal but one of the main bits was the rear arches, which began warping after about 3 years. Thankfully when sections have been cut out, inside all the box sections look completely brand new, so this latest work should hopefully be the last time it needs done.

Needless to say I'd steer clear from acid dipping, It has it's positives (inside box sections), but clearly sometimes it just can't clean and re-seal some tight spot welded dual skins.

Keith

[Andy]

Thats not good at all.Kind of defeats the object of having it done i suppose.

[Iain]

Spot welds on seam for originality is amazing!

[nova_niek]

Well impressed with how fast you work on it Keith. Done a full resto on a Nova back in 2001/2002 and the sheer amount of work did my head in. Top job sir! :thumb:

[Benn]

It's going next weekend to have the engine bay and floor media blasted to allow for a better finish of under for the paint

Really? I thought the paint finish fantastic.

Love all the work you've done.

[Edd]

What other areas have you found problems?
Interested to know so I can check mine

[krobinson]

What other areas have you found problems?
Interested to know so I can check mine

Essentially just check anywhere thats spot welded dual skin. Loads of mine is perfect, some bits had split/widened and when cut out had rust in between the panels. All small areas but time consuming to put right.


Really? I thought the paint finish fantastic.

Love all the work you've done.

It is, but with the work done it's patchy again so needed sorting.

[krobinson]

Bay and underside now blasted: (with glass)

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Keith

[Nick J]

An even better build than the first time mate! All being well it will last a bit longer this time!

Nick.

[krobinson]

All primed:
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[totalnova]

Looking great Keith, looks like it's so much easier cleaning underneath when it's on its side.
always look forward to your updates.
Nick

[Benn]

That looks the best way for stripping!

[krobinson]

Next up is Dinitrol 447 underseal, then back home so I can save hard for paint.

[tb16v]

I thought it was one of the cleanest around before the rebuild, will be something very special 2nd time round it looks like. Great work. I would really love to get mine to that level eventually.

[nova_niek]

Next up is Dinitrol 447 underseal, then back home so I can save hard for paint.

Keith, I found the below comment on landrovernet.com, surely you have read yourself up on this subject? If not, then I hope this is useful info. Not clued up on Dinitrol products myself so I could be misinformed here.

Internal, you can use DINRC800,this will convert the rust to a hard, stable organic compound.
External I would apply a very thin coat of ML3125 cavity wax to the chassis as it contains rust inhibitors and will act as undercoat for the underbody wax 4941(black) or 4942(brown)
For wheel arches and high abrasion areas then use 447 in place of 4941,4942 but still apply the ML3125 first.

[krobinson]

Cheers Niek :)

[krobinson]

Thats all the repairs complete, all underside seams sealed, and Dinitrol stone chip applied.


Collected the car from William this morning. Got it home and fitted the boot-lid & doors. Time to get the head down now and save for the paint job!


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Keith

[krobinson]

Also this weekend, I had a friend help strip the timing belt off so we could upgrade the oil pump using SBD parts. Then refit. And this afternoon I refitted the sump.


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:)

[kingwick]

Looks really good Keith. I think I'll go with the sandblasted on that she'll I got

[krobinson]

Media blasted, glass/soda will be best.

[Benn]

Looking great. Make sure you dont put your hands on the bare bits, as the salt in your sweat can be a killer.

[Andy]

Hahaha are you fukkin serious?!!! Whatever next?!! "Dont buy ready salted crisps as they may leak out?!"

[Iain]

Andy just cos your paint doesn't stay on beyond corner 1 doesn't mean others shouldn't want perfection lol

[Andy]

If youre sweating to the point youre corroding steel then the corrosion would be the least of ones worries lol
anyway rubbings racing.plus i apply it very thin to keep weight down lol

[krobinson]

Lol

[Sturge]

You'd be amazed how quickly clean hands leave rusty fingerprints on unprotected steel!

[Andy]

I work with the stuff every day cant say iv ever noticed.Mind i must have good skin ph levels lol

[Benn]

Hahaha are you fukkin serious?!!! Whatever next?!! "Dont buy ready salted crisps as they may leak out?!"

It's very true. If you propley lean to paint with water base paints they tell you to never touch the paint before as the salt can get in and start to rust and it can damage the base coat.
And as keith is going all out again to get the perfect job. I just wanted to help him get the best he can.

Plus i've seen other builds where people have found rust starting to appear on cage tubing after a few days where they've touched it.

[krobinson]

Well not a huge amount has happened since I got the shell home. I'm saving hard to get enough to paint it properly, and I've decided to go a different route with the interior. I've sold the alcantara setup and I'm looking at cages. Waiting on a few prices then I'll order once I'm happy.

[Benn]

Lack of photo for all the work...

[krobinson]

Haven't updated this in months.

Car is now painted, finish is flawless and I'm super happy with it.

Rollcage ordered from Fabricage, double rear cross and harness bar - should arrive before x-mas.

Roof lining back in, windows in, fuel tank in, loom etc. Got lots left to keep me busy over Christmas.

[nova_niek]

Good man, you don't hang about. Looking forward to updates!

sent from my Nokia 6310i using the keypad

[Benn]

From what i've seen, i'm wet already.

[Ian_Gsi16v]

Looking forward to pictures :thumb:

[krobinson]

It's been nearly 2 years since I stripped the Nova for its rebuild. It's been a long tough time and I couldn't have done it without the support from friends, family and my Mrs Terri-ann.

From the outset, the goal was to build it even better than before. To ensure it felt new to me, a decision was made to change the colour. Months of searching for something yielding nothing, until I found some old photos of a car I absolutely love - a Rubystone Red 964 911.

Choosing this colour meant selling off my interior and more and more cost, but I felt it was worth it.

The car isn't finished yet, but it's looking pretty complete. Wheel refurb is the next big cost and should happen next month, along with some nice touches like orange indicators. The rocker cover, strut brace and header tank are all going the same colour as the cage.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v37/keithrobinson/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/FullSizeRender%202_zpsrdii56xz.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/keithrobinson/media/nova%20turbo%20rebuild%202015/FullSizeRender%202_zpsrdii56xz.jpg.html)

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Few more months and I'll be able to get the car out and enjoy it!

Keith

[7ova]

Looks great :thumb:

[torquey]

Looks very nice love the colour l!

[totalnova]

As I said on facebook, I think the colour is beautiful, have you decided what you're going to do with the wheels yet? I'm not sure what colour I would do them, so interested to know where your going with them.

[bazzap8389]

Looks good mate, was wondering for ages what the colour was going to be haha

[BRoadGhost]

Paint looks immaculate, but I'm not keen on the colour. Doing the wheels same grey as the cage could be a way forward :)

[Ian_Gsi16v]

Well that looks pretty awesome! Reminds me of one from the late 90's that eventually went pink(ish) / blue / white.

[krobinson]

Looks very nice love the colour l!


Thanks :)


Looks great :thumb:

Thanks :)


As I said on facebook, I think the colour is beautiful, have you decided what you're going to do with the wheels yet? I'm not sure what colour I would do them, so interested to know where your going with them.

Still undecided, with the paint being bold they need to remain subtle to keep the overall look toned down. Thats why the cage is blue/grey as is all the trim :)


Well that looks pretty awesome! Reminds me of one from the late 90's that eventually went pink(ish) / blue / white.

Cheers Ian, yeah that was Martin Hill's car, it was a bright metallic pink - awesome car


Paint looks immaculate, but I'm not keen on the colour. Doing the wheels same grey as the cage could be a way forward :)

Wheels could end up remaining silver, Will see how the engine bay turns out first as it's all going that grey (rocker / header tank and fearless brace)

[Benn]

Looking amazing. Love everybit of it.

[SRimon]

Pink