DeanB Posted May 11, 2013 Posted May 11, 2013 That plate is perfect. Are you starting her up this weekend?
danwebster Posted May 11, 2013 Author Posted May 11, 2013 Sadly not, still waiting for my fuel pressure regulator to be delivered so I can plumb in the return for the fuel rail. Exhaust pipe finished though...
danwebster Posted May 13, 2013 Author Posted May 13, 2013 Whilst bleeding the brakes yesterday I found that one of the bleed nipples in the front caliper was corroded and wouldn't bleed, so i've order some new ones. Also got Think to make me up a clutch hose which should be here tomorrow so I should have three working pedals in a couple of days Driveshafts are being machined this week for welding, the plan is to be driving by next weekend...fingers crossed.
Dazzx10r Posted May 13, 2013 Posted May 13, 2013 Hi Dan, have you had to get the shafts machined up yourself or is this all in with the beam welding deal? I'm very interested in this beam welding of the driveshafts. It could make a big difference to the price and ease of most engine conversions, wish I knew about it before having my shafts made! Your car is looking superb mate by the way!
danwebster Posted May 13, 2013 Author Posted May 13, 2013 I'm using the machinist recommended by bodycote, local to them and has lots of experience doing driveshafts.
danwebster Posted May 19, 2013 Author Posted May 19, 2013 My fuel pressure regulator turned up so I'm in the process of finishing the fuel system, after offering it up I've decided to change what id planned slightly, I was going to fit the fpr on the bulkhead where the return joins the hard line, but I realised this would leave me with a very short and straight run of flexi hose with no slack in it, so I've changed the setup slightly and moved the fpr next to the fuel filter. It's actually neater this way but means I need a couple of new fittings, which I ordered on Thursday. Still, the return is almost done now. I also now have three working pedals After a lot of trial and error I've also plumbed in the laminova, which was bloody tricky given my choice of -12 fittings. I hindsight I probably should saved a whole heap of cash and put smaller, cheaper steel fittings that don't take up as much space, but at least this should last a life time. I used the existing bulkhead water pipe fixings and spaced the laminova off slightly like so And then measured up and made the hoses...this stuff is hurendously expensive so getting it right first time is critical, measure twice cut once! Again, following a change in method, I need another fitting so I wasn't able to fully complete the oil system, but once the final 90 degree fitting arrives for the other side of the remote filter head it'll be complete. Aiming for the first start next weekend....!
fentuz Posted May 20, 2013 Posted May 20, 2013 I can see see why you fitted a remote filter etc. but was it not possible to put it further away from the belts? If you can show more pictures, i believe Miles might be interested.
danwebster Posted May 20, 2013 Author Posted May 20, 2013 Possible, yes. It probably looks worse from the pictures but the pipes are plenty far enough away from the belts for it not to be a concern. I wanted to keep the length of the pipe runs as short as possible to reduce the effect on oil pressure.
danwebster Posted May 21, 2013 Author Posted May 21, 2013 More exciting developments... I now have an oil filter: And the fuel system is finished! The pressure gauge is temporary, once the pressure is set i'll remove it and stick a shiny little plug in there... The fuel flow and return in all its glory... I even filled the engine with oil, although unfortunately i'm still missing one oil fitting as I was sat on the potty when the postie came so rather than leaving me a package he left me a little love letter instead... its getting tantalisingly close to being more than just an expensive sculpture though, exciting times
Stik Posted May 21, 2013 Posted May 21, 2013 I love reading threads like this, you learn so much from them One day i hope to have the guts and know-how to try stuff like this out myself. Look forwards to seeing the results one day
danwebster Posted May 21, 2013 Author Posted May 21, 2013 If you're that way inclined then I think there's nothing you can't do yourself without a bit of patience, its very rewarding when it all comes together I must say.
Stik Posted May 21, 2013 Posted May 21, 2013 Aren't you ever worried that you'll forget to do something (maybe you didn't know it was necessary) and then when you first go out in it the thing self implodes and you have to start again? How do you know where to start with something this big?
danwebster Posted May 21, 2013 Author Posted May 21, 2013 Hmmm....quite honestly, no I'm not. It seems like a big task, but when you break it down into its component parts its not too daunting. I've built several engines and gearboxes before so I have a good understanding of how they go together and when to consult the manuals for the critical bits. I got hold of a copy of the oem honda civic manual which I needed for stuff like torque settings and the correct procedure for installing the chain tensioner, but general assembly is just a matter of being methodical and taking your time. Likewise, when I took the car apart I made a note of anything that was new to me so that I new how to reassemble it. Stuff like the shims inbetween the chassis and the subframe. I've never removed the subframe on an elise before, but now that I have I know what goes where and how it goes back together. Taking stuff apart is the best way to learn I've found!
danwebster Posted May 23, 2013 Author Posted May 23, 2013 Tonight I've completed possibly the most hideous job in the history of hideous jobs, wrapping the exhaust manifold. Despite wearing long sleeves and gloves I am still itching like a bastard now Still, the exhaust system in all its glory... Everything else bar the drive shafts and plugging in the loom is now complete. I've booked the week after next off work and it will be going on the rollers then too I've even taxed it, starting 1st June!
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