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Convert from carbs to FI ..

Replace the direct drive engine fan with an electric fan setup .. to get a few more hp.

Redo the dash .. with some more instrumentation .. Fan on light and Charge light ..

Redo the aluminum fuel tank with appropriate aluminum filler bung .. I don't like the current PVC setup ..

Redo the front rack for a better turning circumference ..

Maybe replace the drum brakes in the rear axle with disc brakes ..

New side doors and new wind deflectors ..

Bikini top ..

Rear deck cover ..

Ho hum ..

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-New coolant temperature gauge (Stack?)

-4 Bridgestone RE-11s

-New fuel gauge (Stack-if I like the temp gauge)

-Replace Mocal oil pressure gauge to match other Stack gauges

-Annual brake/clutch fluid refresh

 

If I have any time left over-polish the aluminum on Andrew's car:D

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- drive

- drive

- sometimes I need to make some headlight pods for the Hella DE modules

- one more drive

- while I am at it I might come up with new rear lights , too

- maybe another drive?

- build a garage/workshop addition (finally...)

- drive

- quick change aeroscreen (or maybe that is already next year's project)

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I took a look at that system and I don't have space for it anywhere along my current steering column. The heat from the turbo would probably fry the motor and electronics as well since the turbo sits right next to the column.

bummer. that part of the dash is pretty much open in my car, but I won't know for sure if it fits until I have the pieces in my hands

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She is looking good Alaskossie! :)

 

My projects - pretty small since I have already replaced all coolant and fuel piping this year, new metal toggle dash switches, new battery, new oil, usual fluids & filters, etc:

 

1) reattach a popper base on the boot cover

2) replace the faulty oil temp gauge with a new mocal one

3) install a voltmeter

 

I will also explore installing new seat harnesses but no urgency here as current ones are still in date to mid-2010.

 

I also plan to drive it as long as possible - aiming to get 8000 miles achieved before winter sets in.

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:rofl:....Winter project in Southern California their is now such thing as as winter to speek of in Southern California....:rofl:.....

 

Make a top for my car if I do not sell it....still for sale....

Maybe polish the Aluminum and repaint car.

Drive it more now that it is not so Hot outside.

Post more photos of my car with nice weather backrounds to make all of you that are stuck inside due to bad weather feel better......:cooldude:

To just have fun....

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Alaskossie,

I wish I still had Nathan Down working on my SV--this list would be longer, no doubt!

 

I have to add a Power Outlet. I have a "Marine Grade" socket, but need to mount and wire it.

I want to add one of the LED Brake/turn signal strips on the roll bar. My car does not have the CHMBL.

I have started procurement of the "older, longer" Caterham wings/fenders--I have one and another on order. I want to try them to see if they will decrease the amount of rocks and trash thrown into the passenger seat... However, Ben said that some people believe they look less "traditional" than the shorter wings the car came with. I am all about the traditional look--forget that highly polished look!

I will eventually procure and mount a fire extinguisher.

 

Of course, here in Fla panhandle, the driving is often BETTER in what most people call winter than it was in the heat of summer, although I drove the CAT all summer....

 

Taber

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:rofl:....Winter project in Southern California their is now such thing as as winter to speek of in Southern California....:rofl:.....

 

Post more photos of my car with nice weather backrounds to make all of you that are stuck inside due to bad weather feel better......

 

Martin, could you or other Californians here post a picture of your car with the hillside on fire or a mudslide in the background? Please wait for the earthquakes to stop before snapping a picture, we like sharp photos. I'll take snow over apocalyptic events any day.

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Andrew7,

 

OK I will try to do that the next time I have the 7 out. :smilielol5:

 

You know that I am originally from Coatesville, PA. and I will be there this week (7th through the 13th) so I will not be able to post any photos of California if it is shaking or burning.....Maybe I will come home to waterfront property as I live within walking distance to the beach.

Just kidding as I am looking forward to seeing green grass and trees that are not Palms....just hope it is not raining to much as that would be a bummer but OK also......now where did I put that winter rain coat of mine....:leaving:

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I have started a project of adding brakes and enclosing my little 12' open aluminum trailer. As soon as the weather goes south, I’ll go over the engine and T-9 leak. I also could do a wide track mod as well.

 

Gary

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1] Add 3 oz Stabil to gas tank;

2] Clean and respray K&N air filters;

3] Hook up battery tender.

 

Phew, I'll need a beer after all that!

 

Box: Congrats on FTD-no small accomplishment. As to your punctured fenders-are your super sticky auto-x tires responsible?

 

Mike

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My biggest project, is finding money to do my projects..

 

but with what i have left..

i am going to fabricate up a brooklands style windscreen setup.

replace the 3rd barke light i installed...that went out.

and tuck it in for a long winters nap.

 

as a sidenote..with any luck, i might be restarting on my ginetta G4 project.

someone here in the states has come forth with the ability to make me a center body shell i needed.. i hope it's all true.

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