Keiths Nova Turbo build

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Originally Posted by 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

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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

Well, Day one of the "build"

Put in the front sound proofing -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/fddc93a9.jpg

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

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/38913374.jpg

Then the rear passanger carpet -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/dea63c79.jpg

Boot strut

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/9cdf6960.jpg

Boot locking mech -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/71476921.jpg

And nickell plated striker

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/bdaa5954.jpg

Door Strikers

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/e0ab719a.jpg

And door vents:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/b9ab6830.jpg

Handbrake -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/a1ca89ea.jpg

Brake lines -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/b2527d54.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/4bacab46.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/59745b81.jpg

Ignore rusty standard spring

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/52986b6c.jpg

Ignore steering rack, its tempory -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/07416d1a.jpg

Bonnet stay plastic and rubber -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/f4f3ff88.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/ba6a5839.jpg

Wiper motor -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/10df8687.jpg

Seat plastic runners -

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/484ec6aa.jpg

Me under the car cleaning:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/eec62804.jpg

Some Arty boot shots:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/1033db1c.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/25d1564b.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/61c64393.jpg

Minty Chassis

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/487fa472.jpg

Minty inner arches:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/dddf4cd1.jpg

Trial fitted Engine loom:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/18e8fb95.jpg

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

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/ecebfa4f.jpg

Until next time....

Keith :D

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

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/18e8fb95.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

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Originally Posted by joff-turbo-nova

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

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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

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

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...7/f4f3ff88.jpg


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

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.

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Originally Posted by krobinson

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

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

Looking MINT Keith. A true jaw dropping build!

Best regards, Rob.

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