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Title: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 11, 2014, 08:58:32 AM
Just a few pics, will migrate the older ones to my iPad shortly  :)
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Post by: Alex360 on September 11, 2014, 08:59:22 AM
Door
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Post by: Mickey_London on September 11, 2014, 12:12:54 PM
Looking good so far Matey. Are you doing all the work yourself
Mick
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Post by: Alex360 on September 11, 2014, 06:43:59 PM
Looking good so far Matey. Are you doing all the work yourself
Mick
Yes mate, the welding was a bit crappy in the beginning, until my 10 yr old mig gave up the ghost, now doing much better with newer model.
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Post by: Alex360 on September 14, 2014, 09:11:55 AM
just wanted to say that I am very impressed with the builds that I have seen on here, and most are too daunting for me, I am just building mine to the extreme DVD spec.
I looked at dads360 before I found this forum, and although it is going to be the dogs danglies, I am of the mindset that I got a good deal on the kit, the donor for £250!, and aim to be driving it by this time next year, although I will still be tweaking with the interior for a very long time I think!
I'm not a mechanic by trade (security engineer ), so this is pushing my limited skills to their utmost.
I really appreciate the welcome I have received from you guys and the help, and hope I can be a grizzled veteran helping newbies in the future.

Cheers
Alex360
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Post by: ferrari360jd on September 14, 2014, 09:46:32 AM
Great start Alex ,don't hesitate to ask any questions we will all help where we can ,these cars are a great example ,the main things to get wright are the door ,wing,bonnet  gaps a descent paint job and right set of wheel spaces and it can look as gud as a real one ,cheers jd
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Post by: Paul79 on September 14, 2014, 11:56:28 AM
Hi Alex.. congrats on your kit and good luck with the build. Will be following this build with great interest like I have done with JD's and Mickey's. I've just built a DNA 430 and the Extreme are harder to do so hats off to you. I'm in Essex as well if you ever fancy a look at my car... send me a PM if you're up for it sometime...

Cheers
Paul
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 20, 2014, 07:57:30 AM
Cannot believe my luck!!!!!!
Working for a customer on Wednesday, went with him to site, site not ready, so I said I will only charge half a day....
On way back I tell him about my 360 project, to which he says "I used to have the real one, think I still have an exhaust for it somewhere"
Needless to say I didn't charge him for the day!
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Post by: Alex360 on September 20, 2014, 07:58:32 AM
After first clean
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Post by: Alex360 on September 20, 2014, 08:00:59 AM
Random photos now, then back on timeline
Original donor car
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Post by: Alex360 on September 20, 2014, 08:03:52 AM
More pics
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Post by: Alex360 on September 20, 2014, 08:09:47 AM
Getting the front on, still got to get bonnet mounted tho
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Post by: ferrari360jd on September 20, 2014, 08:21:01 AM
Hey Alex think you need to put the loto on with your luck lol,the genuine exhaust will make a massive difference to the sound I no mine does ,they soon take shape when you get the panels lined up I see you got the challenge front bumper with your kit they look so much better ,cheers jd
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Post by: Alex360 on September 20, 2014, 08:23:04 AM
Hey Alex think you need to put the loto on with your luck lol,the genuine exhaust will make a massive difference to the sound I no mine does ,they soon take shape when you get the panels lined up ,cheers jd

Thanks JD,

Did you use the ferrari exhaust mount?
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Post by: ferrari360jd on September 20, 2014, 08:30:59 AM
Hey Alex ,I used a pair of fiesta gearbox mounts to mount the exhaust they fit perfect ,I just made a plate to come off the extreme metal frame,there is a picture back in my build diary,cheers jd.
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Post by: Mickey_London on September 20, 2014, 11:50:58 AM
Well done with the exhaust Matey. Will sound and look the dogs danglies  :P
Mick
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Post by: Alex360 on September 20, 2014, 08:41:29 PM
Hey Alex ,I used a pair of fiesta gearbox mounts to mount the exhaust they fit perfect ,I just made a plate to come off the extreme metal frame,there is a picture back in my build diary,cheers jd.
thanks jd, will have a look tomorrow
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 23, 2014, 09:57:04 PM
Couldn't wait, mounted the exhaust yesterday. Had to chop another foot off the donor, but got it in and lined up beautifully!
Pics to follow.....
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Post by: Modball on September 24, 2014, 12:16:33 PM
Sorry to bother you guys, how do i contact the admin on this forum?

Thanks

Chris
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Post by: Alex360 on September 24, 2014, 05:44:41 PM
Hi Guys,
Here's the pics re exhaust box, I will get rubber mounts fitted later.
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Post by: Alex360 on September 24, 2014, 06:02:43 PM
That's not me, I've got hair, that's my neighbour lol
Also some pics of my homemade bonnet brackets, as they were missing from the kit, along with the mounting of the inner wing support bars
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Post by: Alex360 on September 24, 2014, 06:04:54 PM
Bumper end of wing support near side
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Post by: Alex360 on September 24, 2014, 06:47:39 PM
Sorry to bother you guys, how do i contact the admin on this forum?

Thanks

Chris

Sorry modball, I am only a month old meself! jD or one of the guys may see this post and help........
Guys, can you answer mod balls question, and also how we become full members?

Cheers
Alex
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Post by: ferrari360jd on September 25, 2014, 09:57:16 AM
Great progress Alex , looking gud ,if I can give you one tip it would be to rub all the metal frame work down and stick some primer on it as you go ,it's just a pain to do it all later when it's gone rusty ,hope this helps cheers jd .

Ps you mentioned about the front end in my opinion it looks much better to join the wings together with the front panel as it is with the genuine car ,you can still unbolt the front end as one piece and remove it  if you need to cheers jd .
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Post by: Alex360 on September 25, 2014, 06:40:30 PM
Thanx for the tip JD, will defo do that now

Hi guys, had a long chat with Kev at extreme today, after ringing to originally order the light kit and glass kit, Kev explained that it is best to get the heavy stuff like suspension, wheel arch mods etc, done first before final bonding which I am happy to agree with, therefore, have now ordered the suzzy mod kit and wheel adapters/ spacers which I hope to pick up from them in the next four weeks....
Am really looking forward to seeing their operation and having an in depth conversation with the lads at extreme.
One of the many points raised, was that it would be best to modify the rear compartment where my back box is located, to allow more airflow around it and separate it from the interior of the car, so will be looking at this tomorrow and the weekend to see if I can get this done.
Mainly looking to cut away the rear boot plates, leaving the area where the mounting points for the exhaust where they are.
Will post some pics once completed
Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on September 26, 2014, 02:09:49 PM
Hi Alex , there's a build somewhere on here of some one who has done the exhaust like yours , he put a separate bulk infront of the exhaust to seal it from the rear seat area , basically it was another plate from the floor up to the top rails  can't remember which build unfortunately ,  it was a while ago  hope this mite help cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on September 26, 2014, 03:34:39 PM
Hi Alex
Don't know if you have bought some rubber mounts for your exhaust yet, I have bought some MG Midget Gearbox Mounts ( eBay item number 251640792073 )
They offer up to my OEM exhaust perfectly
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 26, 2014, 07:06:48 PM
Thanks guys,
I will be putting a plate between the back box and the rear seat area as described, and mickey, have already got some mounts this morning but if they don't fit, will defo get the mg ones you recommended.
Thanks very much for your input, always open to suggestions.
Made my own exhaust "y" today, went quite well, will post pics later. Just got to make the links to the back box tomorrow, and wait for Santa JD to deliver my toys :)
Cut out the front lights today and quarter vents, loving the black and decker powerfile!!

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 28, 2014, 02:42:15 PM
Took ages to get the angles right, then had to weld different diameter collars on to the pipe to snugly fit the 360 intakes
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Post by: Alex360 on September 28, 2014, 02:43:04 PM
From above
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Post by: Alex360 on September 28, 2014, 02:46:06 PM
Close up....
Will touch up the paint later, as I still have to put exhaust paste in and get a few more clamps later.
Pretty proud tho as all home made!!! :)
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Post by: Alex360 on September 28, 2014, 02:50:52 PM
To make the "joining sleeves", I had to cut the pipe lengthwise on one side with a grinder, open it up to fit the original into, then spot weld the gap, followed by seam welding it, and then using the Dremel with a grinding disk on the inside to remove the weld "blobs", until smooth bore again.
A lot of work really, but now done ;)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on September 28, 2014, 06:48:16 PM
Hey Alex looks like you made a cracking job of it , these are the jobs that can take a full day and nobody sees what you hav done , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 28, 2014, 09:00:39 PM
Thanx JD,

Just going through the forum and found the door courtesy lights with ferrari projection, £10.99 now............
Bought em, loads on there tho :)
Here's the link for anyone interested, couldn't pass it up!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ferrari-Car-Door-Courtesy-2XLED-Light-4th-Gen-With-Cree-Led-Imported-From-US-/200908852271?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item2ec719cc2f

Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on September 30, 2014, 12:22:28 PM
Hey Alex ,Santa JD has your bits all done will post them off today thanks jd
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Post by: Alex360 on September 30, 2014, 09:13:46 PM
Hey Alex ,Santa JD has your bits all done will post them off today thanks jd

Sweet :)
I must have been a good boy lol
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Post by: Alex360 on October 03, 2014, 03:56:56 PM
Dash dials done ... Thank you Santa JD :)
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Post by: ferrari360jd on October 03, 2014, 05:43:34 PM
Wow great job Alex they look fab, JD
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Post by: Alex360 on October 04, 2014, 11:07:53 AM
Took the Lamborghini out for a spin today ;)
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Post by: CdRsKuLL on October 04, 2014, 11:29:30 AM
nice to see you've finally seen sense and opted for the Lambo ;-) 
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on October 04, 2014, 12:48:28 PM
Took the Lamborghini out for a spin today ;)


Can't see eXtreme wanting to take moulds off of it  ;D
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 04, 2014, 03:47:06 PM
Took the Lamborghini out for a spin today ;)


Can't see eXtreme wanting to take moulds off of it  ;D

They couldn't afford my prices lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 04, 2014, 03:50:11 PM
Cut out the rear wheel arch today and temporary mounted the engine cover with the volvo hinges (thanks JD), and fitted the boot catch.
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Post by: ferrari360jd on October 07, 2014, 04:54:45 PM
Looking gud Alex plenty progress being made now ,can't wait to see a few extreme cars at the shows next year ,JD
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Post by: Alex360 on October 08, 2014, 07:19:41 PM
Looking gud Alex plenty progress being made now ,can't wait to see a few extreme cars at the shows next year ,JD


Will do my best!
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Post by: Alex360 on October 10, 2014, 05:44:12 PM
Hi guys,
Had a long day on her today, removed the exhaust ( that was hard!), rubbed down rear panel and rear extreme frame, panel wiped it all, red oxides everything, then painted rear framework black, to tidy it up. Spot welded the near side wheel arch together, and refitted exhaust permanently with clamps and paste.
Not sure what has gone wrong, but she won't start, checked the three earths at rear were connected and shock sensor reset, but no firing?
Any ideas?

Cheers
Aalex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on October 11, 2014, 10:09:45 AM
You havnt run out of fuel sitting reving it up Alex lol,sounds like you hav checked the obvious  if I remember the main earth for the fuel pump is the one near the back seat area,try a test lamp and see if you got a live to the fuel pump hope this helps although it's sounds like you will sus it out ,cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 11, 2014, 08:23:57 PM
FOUND THE PROBLEM!!!!

Looked through all the peugeot of forums, scratched the rest of my hair off, my mate came round and we discussed it, (both of us are sparkles), put a feed onto the pump and tried, no luck. Tried the key chip reset procedure, no luck, refitted the alarm sounder box thingy in o/s/rear, no luck, checked fuses under n/ wing, no luck.

It was a bloody fuse by steering column!!!!
Can you believe it, don't know how I blew it.

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 11, 2014, 08:29:43 PM
PHEW, rant over now, that's what happens when you over think something I suppose.
Anyhoo, relocated fuel filler pipe to o/s/r wing area behind quarter glass, where I'm going to fit an aero style cap, photos to follow for anyone who wants to know how I did it. Got to extend about six inches to new cap when I get it, but managed to use original pipes etc, so no cost and no waste, loving that!
Next will be to cut that wheel arch out now, and tidy up with tiger seal, and then use xperts idea of councils bin cut offs for arch liners, thanks xpert.

Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on October 12, 2014, 09:24:38 AM
Hey Alex ,pleased you found the problem now you can get cracking on the build lol, more pics please we all luv pics,
The aero style fuel caps do look cool ,I did consider it i think I looked at a Audi TT one they look realy gud , cheers JD
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on October 12, 2014, 12:08:09 PM
Hey Alex, Have a look at 3mm textured black plastic, you can no doubt get it local from a plastic's firm I paid £30 for an 8ft sheet. I'm going to be using this for all the cover up panels under the car. I just rolled it up to fit it in my car. :-) DNA use something similar for all there arch liners.

Steve
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Post by: Alex360 on October 12, 2014, 04:55:14 PM
Hey Alex, Have a look at 3mm textured black plastic, you can no doubt get it local from a plastic's firm I paid £30 for an 8ft sheet. I'm going to be using this for all the cover up panels under the car. I just rolled it up to fit it in my car. :-) DNA use something similar for all there arch liners.

Steve

Thanks Steve,
That is a much better option as it means less waste etc. will do that.

JD, yes boss been cracking on again today, so build still on schedule. Hoping to have all the bits done before going to get my suspension from extreme, but as advised, I won't  be bonding any panels til I have fitted the suspension .

Cheers
Alex
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Post by: Alex360 on October 12, 2014, 05:12:43 PM
So.... Relocation of fuel filler pipe, firstly removed petrol flap and assembly......
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Post by: Alex360 on October 12, 2014, 05:14:31 PM
Then disconnected hose from rear outside the arch.....
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Post by: Alex360 on October 12, 2014, 05:16:58 PM
Had a thought that I could use the fuel cap release for engine cover, so disconnected and took out the hole into the car for later, and will reposition lever by drivers door onto door latch panel
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Post by: Alex360 on October 12, 2014, 05:18:04 PM
Here is a pic of the monstrosity removed.....
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Post by: Alex360 on October 12, 2014, 05:19:29 PM
A pic of the remaining pipes in wheel arch
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Post by: Alex360 on October 12, 2014, 05:21:25 PM
A bit of chopping out and jiggery-pokery to get it where I want it...
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Post by: Alex360 on October 12, 2014, 05:23:17 PM
Overall view showing position, where I will have to come up with a way of extending this about 6 inches to new filler unit when I get it
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Post by: Alex360 on October 12, 2014, 05:25:09 PM
Pic of the wheel arch, with the reconnected and redirected pipes, with an edge protector, prior to tiger sealing in place ????????
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Post by: Mickey_London on October 12, 2014, 05:36:13 PM
Coming along nicely Matey  ;)
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Post by: ferrari360jd on October 12, 2014, 09:34:32 PM
 Hey Alex, looks  like your  making good progress all looks neat and tidy  love the fact you bothered to protect the pipes from the sharp edges,  its details like this makes for a better build  great job  JD
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on October 14, 2014, 07:40:15 PM
Moved your build over to the build thread.. thanks for the PM.  Enjoying this build and it's good to see some great activity on the forums :-)

Steve
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Post by: Alex360 on October 14, 2014, 09:15:25 PM
Moved your build over to the build thread.. thanks for the PM.  Enjoying this build and it's good to see some great activity on the forums :-)

Steve

Cheers Steve, feel like one of the boys now lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 16, 2014, 09:17:35 PM
Can anyone make these scuderia fins, they will just bolt on under the bumper! Original ones are fibreglass.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 17, 2014, 08:58:32 PM
Ahh well, decided that I wasn't happy with the fuel filler, so go to some fuel hose today, and will redo it tomorrow
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Post by: Alex360 on October 19, 2014, 08:39:59 PM
Well..... A good weekend in all, bonded the rear quarters on, fitted the fuel filler cap, re welded the engine cover hinge plates to other side of box section, fitted door catches, and linked to interior handles, fitted door rubbers temporarily, "adjusted" off side bumper bracket (bent it vertical), so now bumper matches up better!
Fitted engine cover, and connected engine cover release to original boot release lever.
Back to work tomorrow for a rest :-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on October 19, 2014, 09:13:32 PM
wow, you've had a busy weekend there :-) but... where are the photos! ;-)

WE NEED PROOF

sounds like it's really moving on, great work
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Paul79 on October 19, 2014, 09:30:28 PM
Yes Steve - i was gonna say exactly the same thing!!! We need the photos Alex!!  :)
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Post by: Alex360 on October 19, 2014, 09:46:30 PM
Will do guys asap
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Post by: ferrari360jd on October 20, 2014, 08:10:52 AM
Wow Alex, sounds like you defo had a gud weekend on the car ,like the guys said photos and more photos lol,
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Post by: Alex360 on October 22, 2014, 08:35:36 AM
Here's some of the fuel filler cap
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Post by: ferrari360jd on October 22, 2014, 08:48:29 AM
Hey Alex looks great mate ,making gud progress can't wait for more pics ,jd
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Post by: Alex360 on October 24, 2014, 07:08:29 AM
Just been reading this link........
Front wheelarch mods, SCARY!!
is this accurate or someone with a slight ocd complex, your thoughts please guys as I haven't seen this mentioned in the forum.
Please see link below

http://www.kitcarz.co.uk/?p=708

Cheers ????

Alex360
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Post by: Lacie on October 24, 2014, 09:31:16 AM
is this accurate or someone with a slight ocd complex, your thoughts please guys as I haven't seen this mentioned in the forum.

It depends on whether your planning on extending the driveshafts and moving the suspension out as well as back. On the older kits there was no option to move the suspension outwards so it required that modification because the wheels sit closer to the arch. I haven't built a kit with the new suspension but I suspect it doesn't require something as severe.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Extreme Sportscars on October 24, 2014, 09:34:33 AM
Hi Alex, That amount of modification is not needed. When you come to pick your suspension kit up we'll show you what is needed on a car that has already been modified in our workshop that has 19" wheels on and the new suspension kit you are getting.

Many Thanks

Extreme
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 24, 2014, 10:17:48 PM
is this accurate or someone with a slight ocd complex, your thoughts please guys as I haven't seen this mentioned in the forum.

It depends on whether your planning on extending the driveshafts and moving the suspension out as well as back. On the older kits there was no option to move the suspension outwards so it required that modification because the wheels sit closer to the arch. I haven't built a kit with the new suspension but I suspect it doesn't require something as severe.

Phew, that's a relief, as I will be collecting my extended driveshafts and suspension bits soon courtesy of extreme Sportscars........thanks guys

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 24, 2014, 10:19:09 PM
Hi Alex, That amount of modification is not needed. When you come to pick your suspension kit up we'll show you what is needed on a car that has already been modified in our workshop that has 19" wheels on and the new suspension kit you are getting.

Many Thanks

Extreme

Really looking forward to seeing your setup and collecting my new toys guys

Cheers

Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 27, 2014, 09:03:49 PM
Few pics, this is the repositioned engine cover hinge brackets, wasn't happy with the large gap before.........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 27, 2014, 09:06:40 PM
This is the shortened interior door release bar, works beautifully. Am planning to have dummy door handles, and use the key hole to rotate exterior handle rod down to open from outside...... If u know what I mean?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on October 27, 2014, 09:35:07 PM
Another day closer to finishing  :)
What's the reasoning for having Dummy door handles Matey Mate ?
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 27, 2014, 10:13:27 PM
Well, thinking of having no handles really. In two minds at the mo.
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Post by: Alex360 on October 30, 2014, 04:07:40 PM
Well, I found my ferrari wheel nut set on eBay, got em for £60. Also ordered and got all the badges except the horse for £45, and ferrari flag to inspire me.
Hung that in my garage so plan to get some more done this weekend. Probably going to get the front sills cut to size for the side runners to fit, will post pics once done.

Cheers

Alex360  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on October 30, 2014, 05:43:32 PM
Great progress Alex ,I still luv looking and buying things for my car  it's like birthdays when they arrive lol  jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 30, 2014, 06:05:55 PM
Great progress Alex ,I still luv looking and buying things for my car  it's like birthdays when they arrive lol  jd

Cheers jd
Have a great holiday mate

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: DB5F360 on October 30, 2014, 06:31:14 PM
Well done on your build so far Alex, getting any parcels in the post for it are like xmas, i hope you door handles don't cause too much of a hassle
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 31, 2014, 08:24:58 PM
Well done on your build so far Alex, getting any parcels in the post for it are like xmas, i hope you door handles don't cause too much of a hassle

Thx db5, sort of cooling my heels at mo, as waiting to do suspension etc. also waiting for proper 360 only dvd, which shows how the front lights are done, lost a bit of momentum at mo.
Will be stopping once the cold weather gets here, as got lots to do in the house for the missus  :)

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on November 02, 2014, 03:24:32 PM
Hi Alex
Sent you a PM Matey. Hope it helps
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 10, 2014, 09:17:15 PM
Quick update....... Didn't get much done over this weekend, basically cut out front sills, welded, sikaflex sealed and painted.
Photos below
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 10, 2014, 09:20:16 PM
Also, had a quick try of my engine cover hinges in "new" location to check clearance, can't really see what problem I am going to hit here. If it isn't going to work, am happy to relocate when I weld the rain gutters in


Engine cover down......
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 10, 2014, 09:21:40 PM
Engine cover up at about 70 degrees...........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 10, 2014, 09:22:52 PM
Any comments/observations welcome  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 15, 2014, 12:34:27 PM
Hey Alex looks ok from what I can see  as long as it lines up with the rear quarters at the bottom edge and it doesn't   catch with the glass in you can make the rest perfect with the firbre glass past. Ie p40, 

Ps spoke to Kev the other day think all your bits will be with him soon,  so as I need a meeting with him I will  arrange to pop down the same day cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 15, 2014, 01:03:24 PM
Hey Alex looks ok from what I can see  as long as it lines up with the rear quarters at the bottom edge and it doesn't   catch with the glass in you can make the rest perfect with the firbre glass past. Ie p40, 

Ps spoke to Kev the other day think all your bits will be with him soon,  so as I need a meeting with him I will  arrange to pop down the same day cheers jd
d

Am looking forward to it mate  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 01, 2014, 10:02:39 AM
Well, i had a happy saturday on her this weekend, got the side sills bonded on, and started playing with fibrofill and p38, to feather in the doors to the bodywork, first time for everything!!
I have decided not to have door handles now, as prefer the de-locked look, and will wait until i have picked up my glass kit before finally bonding the roof panel on, this is because, for the sake of moving the roof panel back 5mm, it will line up perfectly with my engine cover glass, removing the need to extend the edge of the roof panel, which would not be very strong.
I can't forsee a problem with a 5mm move, any one disagree? Please let me know, am always open to suggestions

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 01, 2014, 03:44:15 PM
If you don't post pics we wont believe you have done the work  ;D
Haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 01, 2014, 05:46:02 PM
Hey Alex I concur with Mickey ,no pics it didn't happen lol

Ps will pm you about next week cheers jd
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Post by: Alex360 on December 26, 2014, 11:40:39 AM
Merry Crimbo everyone, hope you got what you wished for.
Got this from my wonderful mother in law :)
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Post by: Alex360 on December 26, 2014, 11:42:17 AM
Going to crack on with the 360 tomorrow and take lots of pics so you believe me lol
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Post by: Paul79 on December 27, 2014, 08:19:22 PM
How did it go Alex?
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Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 27, 2014, 08:32:53 PM
I still see no pics..  ;-)
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Post by: Alex360 on December 28, 2014, 11:25:11 AM
I still see no pics..  ;-)

Here we go then, started filling doors to line up with rear quarter panel :)
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Post by: Alex360 on December 28, 2014, 11:26:10 AM
Nearside
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Post by: Alex360 on December 28, 2014, 11:28:10 AM
Start of rear bulkhead
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Post by: Alex360 on December 28, 2014, 11:29:44 AM
Bulkhead part two
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Post by: Alex360 on December 28, 2014, 11:31:57 AM
Then the rain gutter corners, with my little nephew cleaning up the welds....... Cheap labour lol
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Post by: Mickey_London on December 28, 2014, 08:41:54 PM
Looking good Matey  :D
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Post by: ferrari360jd on December 30, 2014, 12:59:06 PM
Hey Alex great to see you cracking on even with the cold weather ,looking gud mate ,also fantastic Christmas presents for you.
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Post by: Alex360 on January 05, 2015, 07:04:37 PM
Well, I got one wishbone out yesterday, finally found my ball joint splitter, not used for about ten years!!
No photos yet, as got to cut and extend driveshafts, rub down and paint hub etc.
Having another go at it next weekend. Photos of something worth seeing to follow lol
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Post by: ferrari360jd on January 05, 2015, 07:22:36 PM
Well done mate keep up the gud work and get some pics up soon ,jd
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Post by: DB5F360 on January 07, 2015, 07:27:03 PM
Hi Alex well done mate your making some great progress pal and looking good,
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Post by: miniAL360 on January 09, 2015, 01:19:11 PM
Cracking on with the car again. Done the driveshaft's and the track rod ends,also the new modified wishbones. :D
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Post by: miniAL360 on January 10, 2015, 11:56:44 AM
Tell you what it didn't look half damn good outside. I think I can see how much more work we have done and appreciate it even more!!  :)
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Post by: Paul79 on January 11, 2015, 07:29:48 AM
well done Alex and Mini Alex - keep up the good work!
Paul
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Post by: ferrari360jd on January 11, 2015, 09:02:51 AM
Looking God guys not long before she's ready for paint, will look fab once it's sat on some nice wheels , jd
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Post by: Mickey_London on January 14, 2015, 09:53:57 AM
Go on, sit her on her wheels, you know you want to  :P
Great stuff Matey Mate
Mick

Ps thanks again for your time and advise the other day
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Post by: Alex360 on January 14, 2015, 12:12:10 PM
Go on, sit her on her wheels, you know you want to  :P
Great stuff Matey Mate
Mick

Ps thanks again for your time and advise the other day


Just waiting on spacers from extreme now, as wrong ones came originally, gutted.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 14, 2015, 05:58:15 PM
Been reasonably busy on car today, got the near side windscreen metal plate in and painted, then dry fitted the front again and started bonding the small link panel on between the front wings with MiniAL :)
Put a bent piece of box section across to strengthen it, and to give me somewhere to weld a plate onto to slide tightly under the front bumper, to stop top front panel flapping in the wind.
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Post by: Alex360 on January 14, 2015, 05:59:38 PM
MiniAL, starting upon bonding of box section to joining panel
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Post by: Alex360 on January 14, 2015, 06:00:56 PM
A few more shots from different angles
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Post by: Alex360 on January 14, 2015, 06:02:26 PM
Then once it went off, removed whole front end, turned upside down and chucked some more fibrefill at it lol
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Post by: Alex360 on January 14, 2015, 06:04:51 PM
So, as you can see, I can weld a plate to the underside of the box section, which can be "adjusted", to slide tightly under the bumper joining it hopefully making a non flappy result :)
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Post by: ferrari360jd on January 15, 2015, 08:27:11 AM
Great job on the front panel alex simular to what I did only I used flat 2mm plate with brackets on that and a pair of brackets on the car to bolt it down nice and tight , so the spacers were wrong well at least you can get the new ones to match your new wheels  can't wait to see it sat on proper set of wheels ,cheers jd
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Post by: Alex360 on January 18, 2015, 10:54:10 AM
Well, MiniAL and I got the battery tray fitted yesterday, found that we had to trim up tight to to bumper mount and left a touch to allow removal and fitting of the battery.
Removed horn, took the first bracket off, and remounted it above the battery out of the way.
The plastic thingy on inside of the wing got in the way a bit, but managed to leave it in situ.
Negative battery lead, no problem.
Positive lead, unbolted short lead from fuse box, where it is joined to main terminal, re routed main lead with battery terminal, down and through convenient large cut out behind battery, and plan to extend smaller cable and route through 32mm? Existing rubber grommet.
Happy with how straightforward it was????

Cheers
Alex360
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Post by: ferrari360jd on January 18, 2015, 11:13:14 AM
Looking gud alex another step closer ( still not sure about the pink paint lol????) any closer to finding any wheels yet ,cheers jd
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Post by: Mickey_London on January 18, 2015, 11:44:32 AM
As JD said ' another step closer '
One more job off the list  ;)
Mick
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Post by: Alex360 on January 20, 2015, 05:25:39 PM
As JD said ' another step closer '
One more job off the list  ;)
Mick

Will have a go at headlights now, as I can copy yours Mick lol

AL360
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Post by: Mickey_London on January 20, 2015, 05:28:04 PM
Haha good luck with that  :o
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Post by: Alex360 on January 23, 2015, 06:08:17 PM
Looking gud alex another step closer ( still not sure about the pink paint lol????) any closer to finding any wheels yet ,cheers jd
Hi JD,

That is Ferrari pink, I will have you know.
Found the wheels I want, will have too spray them silver tho. Am waiting for spacers to come back, so I can check they are 108 PCD against my ferrari wheels, before I order the new wheels though.
Been out in the garage today, practising on MiniALs moped faring repairs, before doing my 360, just 3 words............TOO DAMN COLD!!!!!
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Post by: DB5F360 on January 25, 2015, 02:48:17 PM
Looking Good Alex
glad to hear u have found a set of wheels ur happy with as ur making great progress, hopefully the temp will pick up soon but even still its coming along nicely
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Post by: Alex360 on January 27, 2015, 06:06:51 PM
Well, a quick update, went out to her on Friday, and re- did the off side drive shaft, as I didn't weld it straight enough the first time :(
Never mind, only took about an hour in total, and gave me a chance to sort out the spring clip at the top of the gaz strut, that holds the shock in at the same time.
MiniAL and I had a serious discussion and she is now called "Elouise"........................make of that what you will lol

AL360
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Post by: Alex360 on February 08, 2015, 09:32:25 AM
Went out yesterday and finally got the b posts welded up with plates, and the ends of the door where the lock panel is. At least the welding kept me warm.
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Post by: Alex360 on February 08, 2015, 09:34:17 AM
Oh, and Kevin from extreme texted me to say my spacers and stradale wing panel, and headlight bubbles should be with me next week......
Excellent!!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 08, 2015, 11:02:44 AM
Poxy weather is depressing. Still, at least you are getting jobs done  ;)
When you say the Stradale Wing, do you mean the bit on the engine cover, where the third light goes.
Mick
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Post by: Alex360 on February 08, 2015, 11:10:12 AM
Yes mate... thats the one
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Post by: ferrari360jd on February 08, 2015, 05:46:31 PM
Nice to see you managed to get some thing done on her, gud news on your spacers too looking forward to seeing her sat with her wheels on ,cheers jd ps I will post them bits tomoro cheers jd
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Post by: Alex360 on February 12, 2015, 05:50:57 PM
Nice to see you managed to get some thing done on her, gud news on your spacers too looking forward to seeing her sat with her wheels on ,cheers jd ps I will post them bits tomoro cheers jd

Cheers JD, got it today thanks buddy
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Post by: Alex360 on February 15, 2015, 04:42:07 PM
Hooray, my spacers fit!!!!, thanks extreme!
Had to cut and hammer the #**# out of my arches though, gonna order my 19" ch-r stradale wheels soon, to check they fit before I weld up the mess that used to be my wheel arches lol

4 Modena 18" starfish wheels going up for sale soon...... Pm if interested

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Post by: Mickey_London on February 15, 2015, 06:09:24 PM
Looking good  :P
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Post by: GTOpower on February 15, 2015, 07:47:47 PM
are you selling the wheels with spacers?
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Post by: Alex360 on February 15, 2015, 10:36:05 PM
Hi GTO,
I wasn't planning to, have only just got them, but if you have some from your car, would be happy to swap as I haven't ordered my replacement wheels, and can get them in most pcd sizes.
If you haven't got spacers to swap, then I wouldnt really want to sell them, as it is around four weeks lead time to get them from extreme.
The starfish wheels are 8.5j front and 10j rear and original Ferrari, with tyres on the front wheels only. The rear wheels are still in the bbs boxes they came in!

Cheers

Alex360
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Post by: Jamie 1977 on February 18, 2015, 09:28:08 PM
Hi I am looking for a set of spacers I had a set of these starfish wheels with brand new tyres come with my car when I bought it, I see you got yours from extreme I have looked on their site but can't seem to find a price how long did it take for you to get them? And how much were they? Also do they come with all the bolts,studs etc?
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Post by: Alex360 on February 19, 2015, 09:02:11 AM
Hi Jamie,

They came with bolts for fitting them to the Peugeot, but I had to source my own Ferrari bolts for the wheels, they were either 350 or 550 I can't remember.

Cheers alex360
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Post by: Alex360 on February 19, 2015, 03:04:57 PM
Hi Jamie,

They came with bolts for fitting them to the Peugeot, but I had to source my own Ferrari bolts for the wheels, they were either 350 or 550 I can't remember.

Cheers alex360

Hi Jamie,
They were £550.00

AL360
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Post by: GTOpower on February 19, 2015, 06:11:14 PM
Hi GTO,
I wasn't planning to, have only just got them, but if you have some from your car, would be happy to swap as I haven't ordered my replacement wheels, and can get them in most pcd sizes.
If you haven't got spacers to swap, then I wouldnt really want to sell them, as it is around four weeks lead time to get them from extreme.
The starfish wheels are 8.5j front and 10j rear and original Ferrari, with tyres on the front wheels only. The rear wheels are still in the bbs boxes they came in!

Cheers

Alex360

I would be willing to swap my spacers for yours if I was to buy your wheels, how much would you sell wheels for considering this spacer swap?
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Post by: Alex360 on February 20, 2015, 08:17:35 AM
Hi GTO,
They will be selling for £800 including front tyres. I am based in Essex.

Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 22, 2015, 05:58:27 PM
So, I banged the front together today, and am looking for comments on the below, I guess I need to extend the top of each wing into windscreen area, so do I need to make the windscreen pillar 6" fibreglass panels wider too?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 22, 2015, 06:00:13 PM
Hey JD,

She is starting to look as good as yours lol
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Post by: trabicar on February 22, 2015, 07:04:02 PM
construction of new window frames 1.0
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Post by: ferrari360jd on February 22, 2015, 07:41:24 PM
Hey Alex ,she is starting to look like a car now , as regards the windsreen pilar and wings it will depend on what you want it to look like and whether you use the pug windsreen rubber and what it fits like at the bottom of the screen area ,I used rover trims down the side of my pillars and modified the pillars to suit them and I did extend the wings so they lined up with the pilar ,it's easy done especially at this stage , hope this helps , I see trabicar welded a piece of shaped steel in his which look gud,only down Side to this is it makes the pilar look even wider once painted, cheers jd
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Post by: Alex360 on March 06, 2015, 04:39:25 PM
Just been playing with the front panels today, and cutting out more of the arches. Will have to change front tyres to a 30 or 35 profile to help clearance
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Post by: Mickey_London on March 06, 2015, 06:05:19 PM
She looks the biz with the wheels on 8)
Nice one Matey
Mick
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Post by: ferrari360jd on March 06, 2015, 06:24:59 PM
Like mickey said it dosent half make a difference once you fit the wheels,looks great, are you keeping the star fish ones now or still going for the challenge ones ,jd
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Post by: Alex360 on March 08, 2015, 08:33:16 AM
Hi JD, decided to stick with the starfish for now, get the stradale sills and boot lid done, and change the wheels later, when I get some more cash!!
The only problem with the replica stradale wheels is that the rear are the same as the front, and I have got quite attached to the 10J wide rear ones lol

Al
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Post by: Alex360 on March 08, 2015, 08:36:34 AM
Also, if you look at the pic above, you can see that I have extended the top of the wing on the a pillar, much happier now  ;D
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Post by: Alex360 on March 08, 2015, 04:17:04 PM
So, it's been a gorgeous day here, and I got some more done on her.
Drilled bolt holes at the bottom of the wing panels to line them up better with the sills, prepped the a pillar and wing joiners for bonding and stuck em on.
Then prepped bottom of passenger door and fibrofilled it up to get level with the sill on near side.
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Post by: Alex360 on March 08, 2015, 04:18:12 PM
Passenger door
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Post by: ferrari360jd on March 13, 2015, 10:47:29 AM
Great job Alex ,defo think its the right way to go extending the wing corners ,keep up the good work she will be ready for paint in no time ,jd
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Post by: Alex360 on March 13, 2015, 12:04:30 PM
When she's ready for paint, I will let you stay at my B and B (spare bedroom), for a nice holiday mate......... Bring your paint mask tho lol
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Post by: Alex360 on March 15, 2015, 10:20:31 AM
Took her out into the sunshine yesterday, and turned her round in the garage
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Post by: Alex360 on March 15, 2015, 10:22:14 AM
Then cut out rear lights and fitted/wired them up
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Post by: ferrari360jd on March 15, 2015, 10:40:29 AM
Wow Alex she is really taking shape now  another step closer,
Looking forward to casa dell alex for b&b lol ,jd
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Post by: Paul79 on March 15, 2015, 11:08:08 AM
to echo JD's comments, well done Alex - she is looking great. Wheels look really nice and centred in the arches and she has a very aggressive stance. I am also very jealous of your double garage! Lol
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Post by: Mickey_London on March 15, 2015, 11:31:18 AM
Looking really nice Matey.
It is funny how just fitting the lights transforms the look.
Get the scoops cut out on the front bumper and see how that changes the look  :P
Mick
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Post by: Alex360 on March 27, 2015, 09:13:05 PM
Well, another beautiful day in the south today, so made a start on the headlights, popped out and got rosso corsa scuderia paint cans mixed up for me at local suppliers, rubbed down near side housing and had a go.

What do you guys think of my first painting effort EVER?

Cheers

Al360
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Post by: ferrari360jd on March 28, 2015, 09:28:25 AM
Hey alex looks like you made a great job ,well done  jd
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Post by: Mickey_London on March 28, 2015, 09:44:23 AM
Paint looks nice and shiney  :P
What lights are you going to use for the indicators and side lights ?
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 28, 2015, 01:00:41 PM
Range Rover side indicators and a little led unit from China 99p, looks ok, will chuck a pic on later matey  :)
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Post by: Alex360 on April 10, 2015, 07:03:45 PM
Anyway, adjusted the sides of my engine cover today, should be gone off for the morning ready to shape and fill 8)
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Post by: Mickey_London on April 10, 2015, 07:20:56 PM
That really looks the biz  :P
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Post by: Alex360 on April 10, 2015, 08:52:41 PM
That really looks the biz  :P
Thanks for your helpful tips on it mate
Al360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 12, 2015, 09:39:49 PM
Not a problem. Nice to be of some help
Thank you for today, was nice meeting you
And Happy Birthday  ;)
Mick
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Post by: Alex360 on April 13, 2015, 07:42:44 PM
Engine cover.....part one
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Post by: Alex360 on April 13, 2015, 07:44:32 PM
Thanks Mickey for popping over and having a chat, will definitely be cutting across the engine cover now, to straighten it up.
Hopefully catch you tomorrow at lunchtime  :)
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Post by: Alex360 on April 13, 2015, 08:27:36 PM
I still see no pics..  ;-)
Hi CDRSkull, was it you that had the 3d printer?
Could you pm me how much you could do the challenge stradale script for, on the rear light panel please?
Would probably want four of them, 2 for me and possibly two for Mickey, maybe JD too?

Cheers
Al360
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Post by: Mickey_London on April 13, 2015, 09:06:30 PM
Looks great Alex
Made a start on mine now haha
Mick
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Post by: ferrari360jd on April 13, 2015, 10:56:53 PM
Looking gud buddy ,starting to take shape now is that all the panels bonded on now alex just the prep for paint ? ,jd
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Post by: CdRsKuLL on April 14, 2015, 07:51:53 AM
Hi Alex360,

Yep I've got a 3D printer but also a little CNC so I would prob do it out of a bit of plastic on that. You get a much better finish. Have you got some examples on what you want it to look like?

thanks
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Post by: Alex360 on April 14, 2015, 06:13:15 PM
Hi Alex360,

Yep I've got a 3D printer but also a little CNC so I would prob do it out of a bit of plastic on that. You get a much better finish. Have you got some examples on what you want it to look like?

thanks

Like this buddy
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 14, 2015, 06:14:59 PM
I would want 2 of these, one for the rear grill, and the same size for the interior dash

Pretty please :)
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Post by: Alex360 on April 14, 2015, 06:16:36 PM
Looking gud buddy ,starting to take shape now is that all the panels bonded on now alex just the prep for paint ? ,jd

Everything but the roof skin, need to weld some plates in at the rear to support the edge nearest the engine cover, and to give me something for the filler to go onto

Cheers
Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 14, 2015, 07:16:15 PM
Hi Alex

The Challenge Stradale badge diamensions are :-

Total length is approx 205mm
The capital letters are approx 17mm high
And the measurement from the top of the S to the bottom of the g is approx 24mm

Hope this helps
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 14, 2015, 07:35:03 PM
Hi Alex

The Challenge Stradale badge diamensions are :-

Total length is approx 205mm
The capital letters are approx 17mm high
And the measurement from the top of the S to the bottom of the g is approx 24mm

Hope this helps
Mick
Cheers buddy
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on April 15, 2015, 09:04:37 PM
Might be a bit tricky but I'll have a go. Struggling to find a decent image.. so far I've got the attached which I've tweaked in photoshop..
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 15, 2015, 09:36:59 PM
Might be a bit tricky but I'll have a go. Struggling to find a decent image.. so far I've got the attached which I've tweaked in photoshop..

That would be fine matey. Can you pm me the price for 2 please?
Are you going to stoneleigh?

Cheers
Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on April 15, 2015, 10:04:55 PM
I wouldn't charge you, that would be silly..  I would need to buy a 0.5mm end mill as the smallest I have is 1.5mm. When I try and cut it in the software you lose all the detail. So I've tried it with a 0.5 and it seems ok (attached).  I'm unsure however if my cnc would be that accurate + the new endmill would come from HongKong so would take a few weeks to get here as it's the cheapest.. but I can't promise what the result would be.

The line in the middle is 1mm in depth and the material is 3mm.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 15, 2015, 10:23:51 PM
I wouldn't charge you, that would be silly..  I would need to buy a 0.5mm end mill as the smallest I have is 1.5mm. When I try and cut it in the software you lose all the detail. So I've tried it with a 0.5 and it seems ok (attached).  I'm unsure however if my cnc would be that accurate + the new endmill would come from HongKong so would take a few weeks to get here as it's the cheapest.. but I can't promise what the result would be.

The line in the middle is 1mm in depth and the material is 3mm.

Looks great mate, thank you

Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on April 16, 2015, 11:27:36 AM
no worries, I've ordered some 0.5mm end mills (pk5 for £8). When they arrive I've cut some out. :-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 16, 2015, 08:59:21 PM
no worries, I've ordered some 0.5mm end mills (pk5 for £8). When they arrive I've cut some out. :-)

thanks buddy, i will pay for the bits

cheers

al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 19, 2015, 06:27:33 PM
Well.....Saturday I tidied up my garage and put some dust protection in place for all the sanding and filling I am going to do
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 19, 2015, 06:30:28 PM
Today I started on the filler pieces of metalwork on the engine cover bay, to give me something to fill against, and for more support for the rear roof line
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Post by: Alex360 on April 19, 2015, 06:34:13 PM
Few more
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Post by: Alex360 on April 19, 2015, 06:35:15 PM
Started painting the rear boxwork up, to stop the rust
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Post by: ferrari360jd on April 19, 2015, 06:42:57 PM
Looking gud alex not long before you hav the roof on ,the I icing on the cake so to say  lol ,jd.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 19, 2015, 07:22:12 PM
Getting there Matey  ;)
Engine cover looks good with colour on it
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 25, 2015, 08:29:37 PM
Bonded the roof on today, and started the door gaps and filling
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on April 25, 2015, 08:39:44 PM
A Good days work by the sound of it Alex ,but we need pics ,no pics it didn't happen lol, keep up the good work ,I'm off on holls  for a few days tomoro so keep the pics coming for my fix , cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 26, 2015, 06:22:30 PM
Reasonably busy afternoon on her today, started filling the door areas, and building up the tailgate......
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 26, 2015, 06:56:56 PM
All this work is gonna be worth it  :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on April 29, 2015, 12:01:09 AM
Great job looking great , how's it looking now ? If I can get to somewhere near that standard I'll be very happy :) 
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Post by: Alex360 on April 30, 2015, 10:14:04 PM
Still filling up tailgate.........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 30, 2015, 10:15:51 PM
Good news........ Found the perfect lid for headlight housing
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 30, 2015, 10:16:31 PM
Better news, just got 3 more to eat lol......
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 01, 2015, 08:16:54 AM
From brain wave to brain freeze  ;)
Haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 06, 2015, 08:23:59 AM
Hi guys,
Got the day off today, and have an audacious plan (evil laugh)
As you know, my tailgate has been a bit of a sod, I have built up the main panel by 15mm!
The plan is to cut along the vent panel bonding line, as well as where it joins main panel, lift it to line up, and re-bond in correct position, other ideas were to just fill it (lot of messing around to get the vent shapes correct again),
Or to get a plastic panel as a filler and bond it on (good idea Chris :)
This would involve getting a third party involved, and who knows how long that will take??

Will post progress pics today
Wish me luck
Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on May 06, 2015, 10:10:31 AM
Good look mate ,I'm sure you will get it sorted  it's all an adventure lol.jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 06, 2015, 02:19:05 PM
So today I cut along the join line on the tailgate.........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 06, 2015, 02:22:30 PM
Then positioned them in correct locations and dropped a blob of fibrefill in to lock in position, now waiting for it to set before removing tailgate and bonding along the sides :)
Should there be a gap between the side of the engine cover and the rear quarters, or should I build the engine cover out more?

Alex
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: GTOpower on May 06, 2015, 02:38:45 PM
The engine cover gaps are big on a real Ferrari, you should be able to slip a pound coin between the gap as a guide.

(http://www.demonfinishers.co.uk/communities/9/004/012/473/199//images/4615879475.jpg)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 06, 2015, 06:32:27 PM
Looks like you have managed to overcome the tailgate problem Matey
Thumbs up
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on May 06, 2015, 06:40:54 PM
Glad you have a plan mate :) anymore great ideas needed just ask ;) lol .

I'll pop over soon if that's ok :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 06, 2015, 08:38:44 PM
Thanks guys, thank you GTO for the pic, it will be a useful guide going forwards

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 06, 2015, 08:42:33 PM
Glad you have a plan mate :) anymore great ideas needed just ask ;) lol .

I'll pop over soon if that's ok :)
Sure buddy, am in all day tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on May 07, 2015, 08:45:11 AM
Making good progress alex not long now ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 07, 2015, 08:57:53 AM
Making good progress alex not long now ,jd
Cheers mate
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 09, 2015, 05:52:16 PM
Been filling up on the engine bay today..........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 09, 2015, 05:53:17 PM
Laid the engine cover in, to make sure I have the gaps right........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 09, 2015, 05:54:23 PM
Cut up the wife's ariel liquitabs box and will bond these in as inserts when finished.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 09, 2015, 05:55:32 PM
Then skimmed with fine filler/sealer, and waiting to go off. Will rub it down in morning.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 09, 2015, 05:59:14 PM
Quick note.......when fitting the drip shelf at the top of engine bay, angle it downwards in line with the engine cover, I didn't and now am going to have to cut my rubbers to ¥#€$ to get them to fit nicely

We live and learn  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on May 09, 2015, 08:21:21 PM
Well done mate :) doing a great job !!

How's the tailgate now looking ?? :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 09, 2015, 08:40:46 PM
Cracking on Matey
Looking like a nice neat job there
Like the Liquitab edges  :)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on May 10, 2015, 09:24:23 AM
Looking great alex and yes good idea on the hinge surrounds they will finish it off nicely ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 16, 2015, 09:53:16 AM
Hi guys, found this build diary on kitcarz of an extreme 360. Very informative  :)

http://www.kitcarz.co.uk/?cat=1&paged=3

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 16, 2015, 05:17:42 PM
Well, gave up on getting my fibreglass sills, called my local fabricator boys and picked them up the following afternoon.....

Any tips on the best way to fit this, am planning to weld the bottom onto the original sill to give it some strength, but not sure the best way of ensuring a superb bond to the fibreglass sill  :o
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on May 17, 2015, 10:25:47 AM
Cracking job alex,as for bonding them on  just make sure you grind up the metal  and grind some groves into it ,you could even drill a load of hole in the top lip then use your bonding paste to attach as normal then put a skimming of paste over the outside as well , cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 17, 2015, 10:48:36 AM
Cracking job alex,as for bonding them on  just make sure you grind up the metal  and grind some groves into it ,you could even drill a load of hole in the top lip then use your bonding paste to attach as normal then put a skimming of paste over the outside as well , cheers jd

Thanks buddy, it's always good to get other opinions BEFORE I do it, instead of the "doh" moment after  :D

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 17, 2015, 12:44:58 PM
They will look the dogs danglies when done  :P
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 17, 2015, 05:50:00 PM
Well I didn't get the sills done today, got the engine bay gutters done and painted, then hoovered out the motor, and covered it up with plastic, so I haven't got to do THAT again for a while  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on May 17, 2015, 06:53:33 PM
Great job alex ,she's realy starting to come together now  looking forward to seeing her soon , I feel a road trip coming on ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 17, 2015, 07:12:37 PM
Great job alex ,she's realy starting to come together now  looking forward to seeing her soon , I feel a road trip coming on ,jd

Is there room in the front for your overalls and long bed sander lol?

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on May 17, 2015, 07:27:27 PM
Well done mate ;) glad you have a plan ! As Mickey said going to look the dogs buddy :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 18, 2015, 07:48:42 PM
Thanks guys, hopefully I will make a decent job of it  :-\
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 23, 2015, 03:50:05 PM
Ok, so bonded the sills on today, going to let them go off solid, then get underneath and weld them to the main body.....probably next weekend as Mrs alex360 is keeping me busy!

Near side shots followed by offside shots, followed by overall shot for the sheer sake of it lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 23, 2015, 03:51:15 PM
Offside.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on May 23, 2015, 04:45:55 PM
Great job alex they look fab ,looks like I mite hav a winter project on mine  and do the same lol, that last pic looks fantastic  sat there on all four wheels ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 23, 2015, 05:21:06 PM
Great job alex they look fab ,looks like I mite hav a winter project on mine  and do the same lol, that last pic looks fantastic  sat there on all four wheels ,jd
Haha, thought I might be able to tempt you over to the dark side, are you gonna try your tailgate too? I know it's genuine, but it should be a lot more straightforward to build it up for a pro like you buddy  ;D ;D ;D

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 23, 2015, 09:53:36 PM
They look great Matey  :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Paul79 on May 24, 2015, 07:49:38 AM
Coming on really nicely Alex. well done. Will be a nice solid car when you're finished with it.
Paulie  ;D
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 31, 2015, 04:28:57 PM
This prepping lark is bloody hard, spent all day on the engine cover, still got bits to do.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 31, 2015, 06:14:00 PM
All that hard work will pay off in the end Matey  ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 31, 2015, 07:25:02 PM
All that hard work will pay off in the end Matey  ;)
Cheers Mickey, how did u get on over the weekend?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on May 31, 2015, 09:08:46 PM
Looking good alex .people think bodywork is easy just a bit of filler and paint lol,the time and effort you put in now will pay off later ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on June 01, 2015, 02:40:26 PM
Cheers Mickey, how did u get on over the weekend?

Slowly sorting out the fuel filler, got that in but have a small problem with the vent. Can't bend the tubing without it kinking.
So will make a 180 degree turn out of household copper pipe and 90 degree bends, and then connect my rubber tube to that.
Will put up some pics when done
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 05, 2015, 07:58:33 AM
Hi guys,
Engine cover.....again.
Spent another day on it, got it to the best I can, thought I would try the Perspex in.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 05, 2015, 08:01:47 AM
Then one of my mates popped over, and said "there is a line showing across it where it kicks up at the rear."
Having friends is SO overrated  >:(

Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on June 05, 2015, 08:33:31 AM
Hey Alex wait till I come down and Look at it lol , (only kidding) practice makes perfect, looking forward to seeing it and you guys soon  :) jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 05, 2015, 06:51:04 PM
Hey Alex wait till I come down and Look at it lol , (only kidding) practice makes perfect, looking forward to seeing it and you guys soon  :) jd
I am not touching that bloody engine cover again, until you show me how to do it in one hit. Sod this going over it twenty times lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on June 05, 2015, 06:55:32 PM
I thought JD took the easy route and just got an original boot lid with glass ;-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 05, 2015, 07:33:34 PM
I thought JD took the easy route and just got an original boot lid with glass ;-)

Haha lol, he took the easy route, bought a 360 Modena, and tried to pass it off as an extreme ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 06, 2015, 05:54:21 PM
Well, a busy day working on all the domestic jobs, but found time to give my bargain bucket wheels a clean.
Guy with a jagdeo (5 x 108 pcd),was selling them on gumtree for £250............RESULT!!!

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Extreme Sportscars on June 06, 2015, 06:56:53 PM
Hi guys,
Engine cover.....again.
Spent another day on it, got it to the best I can, thought I would try the Perspex in.....


We have been made aware that the rear window is abit too big, thats the problem with using a template done by the previous extreme. We've now had this changed. As for yours Alex just trim it down equal on both sides for a better fit. It should still be slightly bigger to help it keep a curve when fitted. I know it sounds crude but we would recommend a belt sander to sand the edges down to the desired size. Then just finished off with some finer grit and wet and dry paper.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 06, 2015, 07:07:55 PM
Hi guys,
Engine cover.....again.
Spent another day on it, got it to the best I can, thought I would try the Perspex in.....


We have been made aware that the rear window is abit too big, thats the problem with using a template done by the previous extreme. We've now had this changed. As for yours Alex just trim it down equal on both sides for a better fit. It should still be slightly bigger to help it keep a curve when fitted. I know it sounds crude but we would recommend a belt sander to sand the edges down to the desired size. Then just finished off with some finer grit and wet and dry paper.

Cheers guys

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on June 06, 2015, 07:21:12 PM
Result on the wheels alex ,they look sweet, jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 06, 2015, 07:52:37 PM
Result on the wheels alex ,they look sweet, jd
Cheers buddy
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on June 08, 2015, 06:42:37 PM
Hey Alex thought you mite like this ,looks like the same wheels as yours ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 09, 2015, 07:12:52 AM
How did you get my missus to pose for you, she never does it when I ask lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 14, 2015, 08:50:21 AM
Had a great day yesterday chatting with JD and Mickey London, had our own mini extreme oc meeting lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on June 14, 2015, 10:54:27 AM
Who's the looker with the legs haha
Great day yesterday.
JD did a drive by on the way home. Looks the biz from all angles Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on June 14, 2015, 03:41:17 PM
Hey guys back home safe and sound no issues, was great to meet and catch up yesterday,  mickey great legs ( on the girl stood next to the black ferrari ) lol, I no I can talk but hey we all luv cars ,can't wait to see both your cars finished and hit the shows ,cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on June 14, 2015, 07:07:07 PM
PS thanks for the tea and cake alex ,you are doing a great job on her so far ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 14, 2015, 07:56:09 PM
Thanks JD, Mickey, hopefully have her ready for paint in next couple of months.

Cheers guys

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 21, 2015, 04:34:00 PM
Well, had a go at prepping the rear light panel this weekend
Pics before G3 and g10
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 21, 2015, 04:35:10 PM
Pics after G3 and g10
Well chuffed for my first proper panel paint
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on June 21, 2015, 06:03:06 PM
That looks fab Alex ,you will be doing me out of a job before long ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on June 21, 2015, 08:05:11 PM
Wow Wow Wow  :P :P :P
That looks the dogs danglies Matey

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 22, 2015, 10:07:12 PM
Thanks for your comments guys, feeling a bit more confident now  :) :) :)

Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 27, 2015, 04:49:50 PM
Well I guide coated the rear bumper today...... Got lots to do on it  :(
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on June 27, 2015, 07:33:35 PM
Your getting pretty good at this bodywork lark lol ,not be long and she will be ready to come up for paint ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 27, 2015, 08:25:00 PM
Your getting pretty good at this bodywork lark lol ,not be long and she will be ready to come up for paint ,jd

Thanks JD, feel I need to etch primer fill every panel as I go. Will this be necessary? As it costs a lot in spray cans. Or will it do you after guide coat/ fine fill and 280 grit sanded?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on June 27, 2015, 09:16:36 PM
Crack on Matey, you know it's going to be worth every minute of time spent on her
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on June 28, 2015, 10:20:03 AM
Hey Alex ,no need to etch prime as I will go over all repairs again then I'll prime it ,so just do what you can I'll sort the rest ,cheers buddy ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2015, 08:13:36 AM
This is the sort of look I am hoping for......without the rear spoiler though
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on July 02, 2015, 08:19:07 AM
Yes that looks sweet do you want the rear lights tinting black also ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2015, 05:49:04 PM
Yes that looks sweet do you want the rear lights tinting black also ,jd

Mmmm....not sure, will have to think about that.
Will defo want the engine cover and side windows and drop glass tinted though. You got someone who can do this while you have her?

Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2015, 05:51:37 PM
Hi guys, I did a bit of welding on the near side sill today, and then gouged out the cracked portion of o/s/r wing...
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2015, 05:52:23 PM
Then fibrofilled it roughly level, ready for filling.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2015, 05:53:18 PM
Took a photo of rear bumper for JD to check lol....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2015, 05:54:31 PM
Then roughed up sill and fibre filled ready for filler finish....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2015, 05:56:10 PM
Also knocked around rear quarter panels and located some crappy edges which I cleaned out and fibre filled
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 360brian on July 02, 2015, 07:08:22 PM
This is the sort of look I am hoping for......without the rear spoiler though

Go for it! I've not seen an Extreme 360 sitting really low like that, would love to see someone do it (eg air suspension?), thats one of my aims too
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 02, 2015, 07:26:41 PM
Soon be in paint Matey
What was the size you had made for the sills ?
Looking good
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2015, 09:15:44 PM
This is the sort of look I am hoping for......without the rear spoiler though

Go for it! I've not seen an Extreme 360 sitting really low like that, would love to see someone do it (eg air suspension?), thats one of my aims too

Thanks Brian, will not be able to go too low as I live down a rough lane, mores the pity, just listened to your YouTube exhaust, sounds beautiful!!
Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2015, 09:17:37 PM
Soon be in paint Matey
What was the size you had made for the sills ?
Looking good
Mick

Hi Mickey,
The sheets are 8' long, so got the fabricators to do 8' x 100mm x 100mm right angle bend, really pleased with the way it is turning out  :D

Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on July 03, 2015, 10:43:29 PM
This is looking really good Alex.. even if it's only a Ferrari ;-p  You're make a top job of it.  Can't wait to be part of a meet and have a few beers with you all.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 04, 2015, 07:27:21 AM
This is looking really good Alex.. even if it's only a Ferrari ;-p  You're make a top job of it.  Can't wait to be part of a meet and have a few beers with you all.

Thanks Steve,
Would be good to put a username to a face  :)
Murci is coming along nicely, have you decided on colour?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 04, 2015, 05:09:10 PM
Well I had a reasonable day on her today, ground all the paint away and top gel coat on drivers side, and filled the roof with fibre fill before standard filler.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 04, 2015, 05:10:34 PM
A few more pics
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 05, 2015, 10:36:55 AM
Looking really good Alex , well done mate ;will have to pop round for a brew soon :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 05, 2015, 10:58:10 AM
Looking really good Alex , well done mate ;will have to pop round for a brew soon :)

Any time buddy, how are you getting on?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 05, 2015, 12:40:14 PM
Another job ticked off Matey Mate  ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on July 05, 2015, 03:13:53 PM
Looking good buddy another step closer ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 05, 2015, 07:00:45 PM
I will Alex , well all welding done , brought a trailer to move it around , trying to find bigger brakes so I can still use same hubs with small spacers for the PCD , now pretty much waiting to get space frame sorted , then fit her up :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 09, 2015, 06:55:13 PM
I will Alex , well all welding done , brought a trailer to move it around , trying to find bigger brakes so I can still use same hubs with small spacers for the PCD , now pretty much waiting to get space frame sorted , then fit her up :)

Excellent, hope you are happy with your motor after our chat, although I think you should paint the Volvo red and call it a day lol  ;D ;D :D

P.s. Thank you very much for the brake disc set buddy....... Much appreciated

Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 09, 2015, 06:57:30 PM
So, I did the near side roofline filling today........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 09, 2015, 06:59:39 PM
I also had to re-grind on rear quarter, the top of the window line, didn't go too deep as the quarter glass will come level, and then the trim can bond over the top, if that makes sense lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 09, 2015, 07:09:48 PM
Cracking on Matey :)
They look so much better when you can't see the original Peugeot roof
Have you got much more to do
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 09, 2015, 07:25:05 PM
Cracking on Matey :)
They look so much better when you can't see the original Peugeot roof
Have you got much more to do

Thanks matey, got the sills, windows, entire front end still to button up

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 09, 2015, 09:21:54 PM
Quote from: 4u2nv on July 05, 2015, 07:00:45 PM
I will Alex , well all welding done , brought a trailer to move it around , trying to find bigger brakes so I can still use same hubs with small spacers for the PCD , now pretty much waiting to get space frame sorted , then fit her up 

Excellent, hope you are happy with your motor after our chat, although I think you should paint the Volvo red and call it a day lol   

P.s. Thank you very much for the brake disc set buddy....... Much appreciated

Cheers
Alex360


No worries mate ;) glad your going to use them , your making great progress mate , may pop round over the weekend if that's ok ???

Haha paint the volvo errr No but no got 336mm discs and massive calipers :)

Thanks for your Imput on the doors and last night made good progress , hope to have the car dry fitted next week :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 09, 2015, 10:35:45 PM
Quote from: 4u2nv on July 05, 2015, 07:00:45 PM
I will Alex , well all welding done , brought a trailer to move it around , trying to find bigger brakes so I can still use same hubs with small spacers for the PCD , now pretty much waiting to get space frame sorted , then fit her up 

Excellent, hope you are happy with your motor after our chat, although I think you should paint the Volvo red and call it a day lol   

P.s. Thank you very much for the brake disc set buddy....... Much appreciated

Cheers
Alex360

hi mate, i am home tomorrow and saturday all day

kettles on

cheers

Alex360

No worries mate ;) glad your going to use them , your making great progress mate , may pop round over the weekend if that's ok ???

Haha paint the volvo errr No but no got 336mm discs and massive calipers :)

Thanks for your Imput on the doors and last night made good progress , hope to have the car dry fitted next week :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 10, 2015, 06:13:27 PM
Quite like the shark look.......
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 10, 2015, 06:14:28 PM
Now the real prepping begins......
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 10, 2015, 06:20:10 PM
Not sure on the shark look mate :) but wow !!!! Your really doing a bang on job :) still ok for Sunday ?? :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 10, 2015, 06:25:51 PM
Not sure on the shark look mate :) but wow !!!! Your really doing a bang on job :) still ok for Sunday ?? :)
Sorry mate, not here Sunday as am at snetterton f4 racing  :P
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on July 10, 2015, 08:56:39 PM
Looking good buddy ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 11, 2015, 10:43:46 AM
Not long now until she is all bright and shiney  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 11, 2015, 09:01:48 PM
Good to catch up again today mate :) cars really coming on :) can't wait to see her red :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 12, 2015, 06:30:38 PM
Had a great day at snetterton today, ended up as official F4 sponsor for Lang Sport Racing Team.
Mmmmm, being a petrol-head can be bloody expensive sometimes lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 12, 2015, 09:05:01 PM
Nice one  ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 12, 2015, 09:59:12 PM
Well done mate :)

Look at you !!!! :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 14, 2015, 05:41:47 PM
Well done mate :)

Look at you !!!! :)

Might have to paint her orange now, for when I take her to the races lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 15, 2015, 07:31:09 PM
Don't think that shade of orange would look too bad, especially with black detailing  :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 15, 2015, 07:52:20 PM
Do it !!!!!    Dare ya :) lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mat_1 on July 16, 2015, 01:37:31 PM
Hi mate just wondering what you did with the servo pipes on the exhaust pipes (if anything)?

Kind regards
Mat
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 16, 2015, 06:17:23 PM
Hi mate just wondering what you did with the servo pipes on the exhaust pipes (if anything)?

Kind regards
Mat

Hi Matt,
Nothing at the mo, as I plan to get her painted and roadworthy. Then to ATS and have a straight through exhaust fitted, then play around with the vacuum servo units, probably running a pipe to the inlet manifold to create vacuum as it revs up the range.
FerrariJD, has not connected them up, and his exhaust sounds great as it is.

Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 16, 2015, 06:52:49 PM
I removed mine and used the bracket they were on to mount it in the car. I then welded the butterfly open :-)
Nice raspy sound  ;D
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mat_1 on July 16, 2015, 10:05:45 PM
Cheers both, looks like its worth going down the oem box route looking at both builds
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 17, 2015, 07:01:46 PM
Had about an hour on her today :(
Carried on prepping nsr panel, and whilst measuring up for Mickey, thought I'd try my other wheel on. Really happy with it, won't need fake disks or calipers as the original pug ones sit up tight behind it......result.
However, the Ferrari wheel nuts are too long and "bottom out" before securing the wheel.
I don't want to cut them down, to will probably have to source alternative wheel nuts, any ideas where from guys?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 17, 2015, 07:25:45 PM
Looking good but is it sticking out past the wing
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 17, 2015, 09:31:58 PM
I need gen wheel nuts , buddy,pal,best mate, ;) lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 17, 2015, 09:54:40 PM

However, the Ferrari wheel nuts are too long and "bottom out" before securing the wheel.
I don't want to cut them down, to will probably have to source alternative wheel nuts, any ideas where from guys?


Are they nuts or bolts Matey
Don't know if these are any good
http://www.raceways.co.uk/Wheel_Nuts_and_Accessories.htm (http://www.raceways.co.uk/Wheel_Nuts_and_Accessories.htm)

If they are bolts then a engineers shop should be able to put them in a Lathe and turn them down, without any problems
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 17, 2015, 10:00:29 PM
Bolts matey

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 18, 2015, 09:17:04 AM
I need gen wheel nuts , buddy,pal,best mate, ;) lol

You know me Chris, if I didn't need them for my genuine wheels, they would already be on your doorstep lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 18, 2015, 06:18:56 PM
Just some pics of nsr panel, it has taken me about 2 days, so it is bloody well having a photo........

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 18, 2015, 07:00:15 PM
Bang on mate , really starting to get there now :(
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 18, 2015, 07:32:49 PM
Looking good
Will look completely different when she is all primered up

Well done Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on July 18, 2015, 08:22:50 PM
Looking good buddy, all the hard work is paying off ,like mickey said it will look totally different once you get rid of the white and she's all one colour ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on July 18, 2015, 10:47:46 PM
ok.. I admit it, not a bad looking car ;-)  Awesome work fella. Reminds me of my DNA with the rear black light surround panel thingy..

Nearly 8 years ago I took the below picture of mine next to the real thing :-) Happy memorys
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 19, 2015, 07:27:39 PM
That was a nice example Steve, have you/JD got a time frame for getting yours on the road yet?
Did my best with the ns sill today. May need some more work tho  :-[

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 20, 2015, 08:54:46 AM
I need gen wheel nuts , buddy,pal,best mate, ;) lol
hey Chris,

Found these on ebay for £19
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/20-x-Ferrari-Alloy-Wheel-Bolts-M12-x-1-25-x-28mm-19mm-Hex/331602474327?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D32479%26meid%3D10d6ef40f9fb4f968e4cadde938a0dfb%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D6%26sd%3D231618552951
Not sure if the volvo has M12 thread like the ferrari bolts though......... :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 20, 2015, 06:58:37 PM
Thanks mate , brought :)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 21, 2015, 11:53:07 AM
Thanks mate , brought :)



Just bought them today myself buddy lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 30, 2015, 04:39:17 PM
Slow going, got passenger door done to beginners standard   :o

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on July 30, 2015, 07:01:21 PM
Wow Alex ;) Great work buddy your flying along now :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 30, 2015, 07:53:14 PM
She is looking good Matey.
Not quite the shade of Ferrari Yellow though haha
Is that primer filler you've used

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 30, 2015, 09:24:44 PM
She is looking good Matey.
Not quite the shade of Ferrari Yellow though haha
Is that primer filler you've used

Mick

Yes mate, used grey etch filler primer, then yellow filler primer once happy with panel, so I know I have done it.
Plus, it looks better lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on July 31, 2015, 08:56:22 AM
Looking good buddy ,that's probably the worst bit done now, not be long now  :) jd  ps mat yellow you could start a trend lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 31, 2015, 07:14:15 PM
Looking good buddy ,that's probably the worst bit done now, not be long now  :) jd  ps mat yellow you could start a trend lol

Cheers matey,

Any tips for filling these bloomin pin holes, I end up with a four inch area by the time I have rubbed em in!
I think my fine body filler is a bit too thick

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on August 01, 2015, 11:56:28 AM
Hey buddy ,for pin holes I use gold top stop, its a stopper which is designed for pin holes it's just like filler to rub out but Much finer,  if you can't get it give me a shout and I'll post some down cheers jd.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 01, 2015, 03:42:28 PM
Had a good day on her today, found the dry guide coat for £7 from my local paint supplier......love it!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 01, 2015, 03:43:39 PM
Just letting the fine filler go off and hit it again next week.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 01, 2015, 03:46:37 PM
Hey buddy ,for pin holes I use gold top stop, its a stopper which is designed for pin holes it's just like filler to rub out but Much finer,  if you can't get it give me a shout and I'll post some down cheers jd.

I did ask the guy what is best for pin holes and he got me the same stuff I already use.....fine stopper
SHOUT,
yes please JD, post a bit down for me buddy

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 01, 2015, 05:14:58 PM
2 words .. Pukka job :) 
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 01, 2015, 09:15:20 PM
2 wordse .. Pukka job :) 

Cheers buddy
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 01, 2015, 10:28:20 PM
She is looking nice and clean in her new coat of primer  :P
But I bet your arm aches after shaking all those rattle cans haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 02, 2015, 12:11:58 AM
Na his used to it Mick ;)

Lol lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 02, 2015, 07:20:46 AM
Na his used to it Mick ;)

Lol lol

With kit cars looking like these, I think all our arms ache lololol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 02, 2015, 11:01:04 AM
Hahahaha :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 08, 2015, 08:01:50 PM
Had a busy day today, turned her round, cleaned up the front inner wings, and got some fibre filling to do at the front of the sills.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 08, 2015, 08:03:05 PM
More pics
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 08, 2015, 08:05:00 PM
My other cars a JCB lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 08, 2015, 08:05:47 PM
Dogs dangles m8 :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 08, 2015, 08:14:07 PM
Those sills really do look the biz Matey Mate :P
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 08, 2015, 09:09:57 PM
Thanks guys,
Carrying on tomorrow, will post some more pics then

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: beamerdave2001 on August 09, 2015, 08:57:54 AM
Nice work looks mint
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 09, 2015, 06:52:45 PM
Did a bit on the front sills today, filled with expanding foam last night, dug back 5mm from edges and fibre filled, ready to rub down and filler next week.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 11, 2015, 12:03:44 PM
Bought 2 of these sets today, cost a tenner, probably going to get local fabricator to make up some ally fake discs.
Thoughts please?......

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 11, 2015, 02:04:57 PM
Are they like the ones I was in about Matey
They look like they should look the part. Especially with some fake discs
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 11, 2015, 05:10:40 PM
Yes mate, fiver a pair  ;D

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 11, 2015, 07:12:10 PM
Nice 1 mate :) get some fixing brackets made to :).

See if you can get disks in black mate :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 11, 2015, 08:27:28 PM
I think they will look good. Have you got the yellow ones then  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 11, 2015, 09:00:28 PM
Yes mate, although I will probably only need 1pair as plan to leave the front brakes as they are and just paint up the original brembos.
At that price though, it's good to have a spare set in case

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 11, 2015, 10:00:14 PM
You about sat morning mate ?? :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 11, 2015, 10:27:35 PM
You about sat morning mate ?? :)
Yes buddy, all day  ;D
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 11, 2015, 10:49:37 PM
Then I will pop over :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 12, 2015, 07:02:56 AM
Then I will pop over :)
Ok mate
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 17, 2015, 07:58:16 PM
Hi guys,
After long consideration, I have decided to bond the wings and bumper together into one unit.
Will post some pics later.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 17, 2015, 08:11:59 PM
Whys that mate ?? What bennifit will that be ??

Ps sorry didn't make weekend , she had other plans :(  xxx
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 17, 2015, 10:06:56 PM
Whys that mate ?? What bennifit will that be ??

Ps sorry didn't make weekend , she had other plans :(  xxx

No worries matey, it guarantees no gaps between the bumper and the wing, and also there is less chance of damage by twisting when removing it in one piece as it now beautifully solid  :D

I also plan to bond my lights in now, as they wont flap about, and I have utilised the original pug connectors, so easy to unplug when taking front end off.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 18, 2015, 01:12:08 AM
Pics pics pics ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 18, 2015, 10:00:25 AM
Hi guys,
After long consideration, I have decided to bond the wings and bumper together into one unit.
Will post some pics later.

Cheers

Alex360

You know it makes sense  ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on August 18, 2015, 12:45:39 PM
Hi Alex thanks for that i must be missing some sort of rear lamp because all we have is the main housing with holes for lamp and a lens but nothing to cover the rear 
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on August 19, 2015, 03:09:50 PM
Thanks Alex I see now lol i am missing the rear part where you put the caps on ,not to worry another 2 parts to order
cheers colin
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 20, 2015, 04:46:41 PM
Pictures of the front clip....
More bonding to do to strengthen it up.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 20, 2015, 04:51:17 PM
Now, a question for all you builders out there.

I offered my finished headlight units into their respective positions, and am having troubles.....
Drivers side, not too bad,
off side, the front and rear ends of the light sit too low, and it's obviously fouling on both sides.
I am thinking of grinding as much off the underside of the wing as I dare, and hope this will sort it.
Anyone else had problems in this area?

Ideas much appreciated

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 20, 2015, 08:05:54 PM
Well done buddy :) great work , can't help with the lights tho :(
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 20, 2015, 09:36:50 PM
Thanks Chris :)

Well, today........
I repositioned the radiator as it was fouling on the underside of the bonnet,
Cut down the sides on the inner wings, so that I can get my hand in to adjust headlights and change bulbs etc,
Cut down ecu box width wise as it was in the way of the headlights,
Fitted my remote door openers and set them up to be opened off the old wing mirror controls internally  :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 20, 2015, 09:43:20 PM
Nice 1 mate :) do the solenoids all work ok ? Think that's a great idea ;) are you going to put it on a key ??


Ps

Can you sell me a couple of dummy cameras ???
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 20, 2015, 10:03:07 PM
All running off wireless key fob  :)
Pop over my office sometime Monday and I will sort you a couple out mate

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 20, 2015, 10:09:48 PM
:) that's great well done buddy :)


And yeah ok super ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 21, 2015, 08:55:47 AM
Front end looks good Matey
Not too bad removing it as a one piece, will need two people though when painted, just so not to damage it
I will be fixing my lights to a bracket to the car, so when the front end is removed the lights stay on the car
Don't know how yet

Not sure about your light problem as I am not at that stage yet, sorry

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 21, 2015, 10:19:50 AM
Have you made your headlights yet matey?
If so, can you just offer them up to your wings and see if it is just me?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 21, 2015, 01:31:27 PM
Not made the lights yet, just cut the holes and bonded in the two lamps in the adjuster part.
I'm at work at the mo but on Sunday I will temporary fit the lens to the light panel and have a look at it in the wing for you
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 21, 2015, 05:20:58 PM
Mickey, please read this post carefully, gives you a heads up  :)

Ok, so today I fibreglassed the joins on the front clip for extra strength. Pics 1 and 2 (clip is upside down on table)
Then put headlight in place, wrapped in thin plastic sheet and bonded in pic 3
Then bonded some 6mm nuts at other end to use as release clamps pic 4

Mickey,
The headlights now catch on the radiator filler tank bracket pic6 and my ecu  pic7

Will look at this tomoz

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 21, 2015, 05:23:05 PM
Pics 4-7
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 21, 2015, 09:21:32 PM
Wow


Well done Alex great work buddy :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 22, 2015, 03:23:57 PM
Thanks for the heads up. Will try to have a look at mine over the next week
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 22, 2015, 04:47:44 PM
Today, I cut 10mm of the track rod end threads and 10mm off the track rod adaptor.
This has sorted my wheel alignment!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 22, 2015, 04:50:50 PM
As you saw yesterday, I had cut my ecu box right down and also moved it 2" toward rear of car.......
The headlights were still catching, so have now stripped it out of the box and cable tied it up in front of the power steering reservoir, top left of pic, sorted  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 22, 2015, 04:54:12 PM
The radiator filler tank.....
Moved the entire bracket into engine bay another 25mm, but lights still caught it, so cut out the two upright faces of the box section nearest the light, and now it fits with about 5mm clearance.
THAT wasn't in the DVD lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 22, 2015, 11:20:10 PM
Well done buddy :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 23, 2015, 10:17:58 AM
Today, I cut 10mm of the track rod end threads and 10mm off the track rod adaptor.
This has sorted my wheel alignment!

I had to do this to pull my wheels in (Toe In) when I fitted mine
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 23, 2015, 08:52:55 PM
Glad to know it wasn't just me then  :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 28, 2015, 05:13:19 PM
Pictures of relocated ecu, and radiator filler tank bracket with the upright chopped about
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 28, 2015, 05:15:26 PM
Big thank you to my mum, who Tetrasealed the underside of the clip today.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 28, 2015, 05:16:53 PM
Pictures of front from both sides. Next job is to get bonnet lined up and filler EVERYTHING
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 28, 2015, 05:18:02 PM
A couple of pics of each side to show door gappage
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 28, 2015, 09:46:38 PM
Very nice mate :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 28, 2015, 09:48:18 PM
You still popping round in morning ???

What no posts from ME ME ME tonight ???!!! ;) lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 28, 2015, 10:11:30 PM
You still popping round in morning ???

What no posts from ME ME ME tonight ???!!! ;) lol

1 sugar and milk please buddy  :)

See u at nine

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 28, 2015, 11:19:27 PM
:)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on August 30, 2015, 09:22:22 AM
Looking good  buddy not long now by the look of it ,jd
Ps forgot about the stopper  sorry mate will post it down on Tuesday .
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 30, 2015, 06:51:12 PM
Thanks JD.
Started off today by dry guide coating her
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 30, 2015, 06:53:20 PM
Then blocked it back and filled ....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 30, 2015, 06:54:58 PM
The bonnet was sitting higher than the wings in some places, so filled the wings up to meet bonnet edges.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 30, 2015, 06:57:31 PM
Then primered the areas that I have done. More tomorrow  :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 30, 2015, 09:36:12 PM
Alex mate that is a great job really pushing on now mate , great work :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 31, 2015, 04:51:36 PM
Well, got as much of the front done as possible, and just the bonnet to prep, and rear perpex window to dry fit next weekend.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 31, 2015, 05:56:32 PM
Wow :)


Well done Alex m8 great work :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 31, 2015, 06:05:35 PM
Crickey Matey you're speeding along.
Not far from being completely in primer  ;)
Weather has not been on my side for the last week or so  :(

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 01, 2015, 04:36:08 AM
Thanks guys  :D
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on September 01, 2015, 08:37:17 AM
Looking good buddy ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 02, 2015, 07:05:19 AM
Looking good buddy ,jd
Thanks JD, see you weekend after next? If I can sort transportation.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: peggyontherun on September 02, 2015, 08:46:29 AM
Coming along now Alex
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 05, 2015, 03:46:22 PM
Thanks Peggy,
I guide coated the bonnet today, filled in a few spots, re-guide coated, blocked off and painted with etch primer followed by orange filler primer

She's now as ready as she'll ever be to go to uncle JD for beauty treatment.
I have hired a car transporter for £100 a day self drive, and me and 4u2nv Chris are planning to take her up next Saturday.

I made the mistake of asking the missus, "what am I gonna do now?"
You can guess the rest lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on September 05, 2015, 03:54:27 PM
nice work fella :)

You passing Bolton on the way back?  lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 05, 2015, 04:09:10 PM
Sorry Steve, I think that's a leetle bit out of my way. Lol
I was gonna bring your lambo back to mine to give JD some room  ;D
Am planning on getting my motor to look something like this, without the rear spoiler tho
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on September 05, 2015, 06:03:12 PM
Good work there Matey
Your shut lines around the bonnet look perfect
Can't wait to see her in her nice shiny red coat
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 05, 2015, 07:30:11 PM
Good work there Matey
Your shut lines around the bonnet look perfect
Can't wait to see her in her nice shiny red coat
Mick

Cheers matey

How are you getting on? If u get up at 2am to feed little un, the missus won't know if you go in the garage after for a bit

 ;) ;)

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 06, 2015, 02:19:39 PM
Well, it's a lovely day today, so had a tidy up in the garage, and got her all ready to go  :)
I also adjusted her shocks as high as poss to help her get onto the transporter.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mat_1 on September 06, 2015, 04:10:00 PM
Exciting times dude!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 08, 2015, 05:46:32 PM

Just a quick link for cheap ferrari wheel centre caps  :D

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=252066373367&globalID=EBAY-GB

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 11, 2015, 05:52:06 PM
Well, she's on the truck, ready for 5am start tomorrow morning, YAWN......, feeling knackered already!!
Went on easily, thought she might catch on my sills, but the floor pan was an inch lower, so slid nicely over the bump.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: beamerdave2001 on September 11, 2015, 07:37:17 PM
Looks mint nice job
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on September 11, 2015, 07:43:58 PM
Where's my sleeper cab ???? :) :) :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 11, 2015, 08:19:20 PM
Where's my sleeper cab ???? :) :) :)

Behind the steering wheel lol
You got the matchsticks??
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on September 11, 2015, 08:21:25 PM
woot.. looking good fella.  I remember my 360 going :-)

(http://www.dnaoc.co.uk/360/lorry.jpg)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on September 11, 2015, 09:19:10 PM
And there's there sleeper ;)



Haha yep got them :) see you at 04.30 :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on September 11, 2015, 10:35:29 PM
As soon as she is back you better put the kettle on, I'll be on my way up to see her  :P

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 12, 2015, 03:44:39 AM
No worries matey ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on September 12, 2015, 09:32:11 PM
Did you make it safely up ?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 13, 2015, 09:25:16 AM
Hi Steve,
Yes mate, got there in a cracking time, which gave me and Chris 4u2nv lots of time to chat with JD, unfortunately we held him up painting your car, sorry about that   ???
All delivered and home safe and sound

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on September 13, 2015, 09:44:43 AM
It was raining when mine went up there too.. it will soon dry off and I bet you had a cloud of dust following you all the way up.

We should have a few cars ready for next year now, looking forward to meeting up and having a few beers at the Extreme OC pitch ;-)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 13, 2015, 04:34:42 PM
It was raining when mine went up there too.. it will soon dry off and I bet you had a cloud of dust following you all the way up.

We should have a few cars ready for next year now, looking forward to meeting up and having a few beers at the Extreme OC pitch ;-)



Would you be booking the pitch? How much is it to book?
I am sure some of us would contribute, so long as there is somewhere to camp overnight and put the empty cans of beer :D :D
Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 13, 2015, 04:39:17 PM
Looks mint nice job

Thanks Dave,

How are you getting on?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: beamerdave2001 on September 13, 2015, 06:40:37 PM
Still slow only having time for few hours a week working on doors at min will get some pics up when they start looking nice
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on September 22, 2015, 06:47:07 PM
Are you missing her yet Alex  ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 22, 2015, 07:41:31 PM
Are you missing her yet Alex  ;)

Yes mate, but wifey is keeping me busy!!
Can't wait for the first update from JD when he starts on her, just closely watching CDRSkull's thread at the mo so I know when the murcielago is completed  ;D

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on September 22, 2015, 08:29:34 PM
Oh Alex


Did you not see JDs last post !!!  His doing the 360 in the top shed 1st ;) lol lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 22, 2015, 08:45:02 PM
Oh Alex


Did you not see JDs last post !!!  His doing the 360 in the top shed 1st ;) lol lol

I'm gonna have words...................................................................................
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on September 23, 2015, 07:58:11 AM
Lol guys ,don't worry Alex I'm not starting the other 360 till after Christmas , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 23, 2015, 08:54:51 AM
Lol guys ,don't worry Alex I'm not starting the other 360 till after Christmas , jd

I knew that mate, just messing with ya lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on September 23, 2015, 07:55:00 PM
Hehehehehe ????????????????????????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on September 23, 2015, 09:46:48 PM
Would you be booking the pitch? How much is it to book?
I am sure some of us would contribute, so long as there is somewhere to camp overnight and put the empty cans of beer :D :D
Cheers

Alex360

It's normally free to book :-) camping is a must. I will try and get it next to the DNA crowd as I know a few of you already know each other. We might need to get a couple of flags done.. them ones you put under the wheels to stand them up. Can't have the DNA lot showing us up. :-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Paul79 on September 23, 2015, 10:28:37 PM
Lol. We are all one big happy family. Would be great if the 2 stands are next to each other. I'm sure Stuart and Steve can sort it.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 24, 2015, 05:41:42 PM
Pictures of the exhaust for wrapping
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on September 24, 2015, 07:50:56 PM
Pukka ;)


But Alex don't take this the wrong way ,,, but you have got a gen Ferrari rear box, so why don't you look into getting the rear panel drilled and meshed ?? Maybe I'm wrong as never seen in the flesh and I often am BUT I think you will tell it's just a sticker !,

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Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on September 24, 2015, 08:34:56 PM
Is that rear panel wrapped
If it is then it looks great
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 24, 2015, 08:40:35 PM
JDs daughter is going to try it on my rear light panel, if it doesn't work out, then drilling will be the way to go, but I will then have to cut off the sheet steel to show the exhaust through it

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on September 24, 2015, 10:34:32 PM
????????????????????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 25, 2015, 06:54:24 AM
????????????????????

As it stands, there is a sheet of steel between my exhaust and the rear light panel, as per the build dvd.

I quoteth " my wings are like a shiiield of steeeel " lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on September 25, 2015, 11:03:04 AM
I would get JD to remove it before painting.. Also if you are going down this route have you seen - http://r.ebay.com/btzm9i .  It's a bit bent but nothing JD couldn't fix.. a man with many talents ;-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 25, 2015, 03:09:33 PM
I would get JD to remove it before painting.. Also if you are going down this route have you seen - http://r.ebay.com/btzm9i .  It's a bit bent but nothing JD couldn't fix.. a man with many talents ;-)

Thanks for the heads up Steve.....
JD, can you buy this and do the above?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on September 25, 2015, 06:24:20 PM
Hi Alex ,just had a look at the grill on eBay it's a bit worse than it looks on this link ,the close up shots show the mesh it torn and the end is folded in also ,I'm not saying i couldn't repair it but I would of liked to see it in the flesh before I bought it ,( Germany is a bit far for a ride out lol), but yes I can remove the rear steel panel before I do the body work , cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 25, 2015, 06:27:37 PM
Hi Alex ,just had a look at the grill on eBay it's a bit worse than it looks on this link ,the close up shots show the mesh it torn and the end is folded in also ,I'm not saying i couldn't repair it but I would of liked to see it in the flesh before I bought it ,( Germany is a bit far for a ride out lol), but yes I can remove the rear steel panel before I do the body work , cheers jd

Thanks JD. I bow to your superior knowledge  ;D  :D

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 360brian on September 25, 2015, 06:54:34 PM
On the subject of F360 rear light panels, will a genuine 360 light panel fit on an Extreme 360?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on September 25, 2015, 07:42:40 PM
Don't see why not mate , there ment to be exact same size !!  That's why we make our cars fit the kit , not the kit fit the car !!!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on September 25, 2015, 08:34:03 PM
Hi Brian ,yes the rear light panel will fit I hav a genuine ferrari one fitted to mine,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on September 25, 2015, 10:43:10 PM
See !!! ????????????????????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 26, 2015, 04:06:15 PM
Got my headlight wiring tidied up and now they are ready for next weekend when I pick my car up from JD lol

No pressure buddy  ;D

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on September 26, 2015, 07:34:10 PM
Hey buddy when I said it will be ready for Saturday I didn't say which Saturday lol  :) , good job on the headlights  jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 30, 2015, 06:02:31 PM
Hey buddy when I said it will be ready for Saturday I didn't say which Saturday lol  :) , good job on the headlights  jd

Hey JD,

Thanks for the comments. I am going to leave the Haagen daas showing as it adds a bit of character lol
Just need to think where I can incorporate a Pepsi can, as that's what powered my build :) :) :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Paul79 on September 30, 2015, 06:25:16 PM
Lol good work Alex on the Haagen daz.

Maybe it's just me but there is something very satisfying in using everyday objects on these builds. I used a load on mine.

Baked bean cans and soup cans on my dummy engine
Tv and computer aerial wires on the dummy engine
Kitchen cupboard door hinges on my z flaps
Plastic Tupperware box to make a rain cover for the car battery
A round silver cake tin with the bottom cut out to make the Rev counter surround
Roofing flashing tape as a door sound insulator as opposed to  dynamat. Much cheaper
PlayStation gaming wheel mannetino switch
Plastic chopping board for my wing mirror back covers

Will u be going to brands hatch in Nov for total kit car live?

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on September 30, 2015, 07:02:39 PM
Hahaha nice 1 Paul any pics of these mods ?

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Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 30, 2015, 09:00:37 PM
Hahaha nice 1 Paul any pics of these mods ?

????????????

Yes, pics please buddy.
What date is kit car live?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Paul79 on September 30, 2015, 10:37:47 PM
Total Kit Car Live is Sat 21st Nov I went last year. It was great (apart from the rain) there should be a few of us southern DNA owners there

here are some of the more prettier pictures

mannettino switch from a 458 play station gaming wheel

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t597/pjlucas1/IMG_6621_zpsh3yg2xmx.jpg) (http://s1315.photobucket.com/user/pjlucas1/media/IMG_6621_zpsh3yg2xmx.jpg.html)

cake tin rev counter ring. i converted the 3 tunnels of the Mr2 speedo to open face to make it look more like the ferrari speedo

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t597/pjlucas1/IMG_6622_zpskp7nhtxd.jpg) (http://s1315.photobucket.com/user/pjlucas1/media/IMG_6622_zpskp7nhtxd.jpg.html)

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t597/pjlucas1/IMG_6623_zpsypxb7vbn.jpg) (http://s1315.photobucket.com/user/pjlucas1/media/IMG_6623_zpsypxb7vbn.jpg.html)

ive just finished my interior dash with the DNA top cover in leather, home made centre console and made the lower dash more ferrari like by removing the mr2 lower ashtray area

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t597/pjlucas1/IMG_6624_zpsvmggebhd.jpg) (http://s1315.photobucket.com/user/pjlucas1/media/IMG_6624_zpsvmggebhd.jpg.html)

heres the bake bean tins painted black between the 2 large jubilee hose clips on the dummy engine, real ford puma maffs etc...

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t597/pjlucas1/IMG_6625_zps3tlwuh9x.jpg) (http://s1315.photobucket.com/user/pjlucas1/media/IMG_6625_zps3tlwuh9x.jpg.html)

and heres my latest mod that you guys need to do. 4th brake light behind the rear diffuser grill  ;D

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t597/pjlucas1/IMG_6607_zpsknduq8lk.jpg) (http://s1315.photobucket.com/user/pjlucas1/media/IMG_6607_zpsknduq8lk.jpg.html)

im also currently doing this rear speaker mod between the rear glove boxes

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t597/pjlucas1/IMG_6566_zpsec0tbwsw.jpg) (http://s1315.photobucket.com/user/pjlucas1/media/IMG_6566_zpsec0tbwsw.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 30, 2015, 10:56:28 PM
Excellent Paul,

See you at brands hatch buddy

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on October 01, 2015, 01:26:23 PM
Lovely looking car Paul :-) Love all the detail on your engine..  Are you going to be covering your mid speaker mount?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 01, 2015, 04:21:25 PM
I especially like the ferrari booster seat. :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on October 01, 2015, 10:17:11 PM
Stunning work :) love the 4th light ???? have you got a pic of your front lights ?

You anywhere near Essex :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Paul79 on October 02, 2015, 10:13:39 PM
Lol. I love the booster seat. Cheap aswell. £7. £5 seat from halfords and £2 bàdge off ebay.

I live in essex.

I do not want to hijack Alex's thread anymore but here are some more pictures. Front lights. The side lights have strip LEDs in them. And a picture of the whole car.

Steve. The speaker pod is being dropped off at the trimmers tomorrow. ???? planning on doing the steering wheel next
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 05, 2015, 05:59:41 PM
Hi Paul,

How long did it take you to get the wheel caps to line up before you took the picture lol.
Lovely car, remember looking round it at stoneleigh :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Paul79 on October 05, 2015, 06:28:24 PM
Haha, i never noticed that. Good spot matey. you can have another good look at brands in nov
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Paul79 on October 08, 2015, 09:54:52 PM
Speaker pod nearly done (sorry Alex - this is the last hijack i promise x)

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t597/pjlucas1/IMG_6722_zpshuvo5nfe.png) (http://s1315.photobucket.com/user/pjlucas1/media/IMG_6722_zpshuvo5nfe.png.html)

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t597/pjlucas1/IMG_6719_zpskbe995pj.jpg) (http://s1315.photobucket.com/user/pjlucas1/media/IMG_6719_zpskbe995pj.jpg.html)

(http://i1315.photobucket.com/albums/t597/pjlucas1/IMG_6721_zpsn6vyguod.jpg) (http://s1315.photobucket.com/user/pjlucas1/media/IMG_6721_zpsn6vyguod.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on October 09, 2015, 09:29:41 PM
Looking the nuts fella :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 13, 2015, 07:11:30 PM
Pics of thrustmaster wheel with measurements for you Chris :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on October 13, 2015, 09:04:22 PM
;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 16, 2015, 12:26:54 PM
Think the wife is gonna kill me.........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 16, 2015, 12:28:48 PM
It's a work in progress, just got to fill up the extra holes and suss out some kind of button for the horn :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on October 16, 2015, 06:25:22 PM
That looks good Matey Mate
I like that  :)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on October 16, 2015, 08:10:42 PM
Dito

Great work Alex :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 17, 2015, 12:38:42 PM
Could be handy...... Little Bentley:)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on November 02, 2015, 09:51:19 PM
been there tried them , don't seem to have much :(
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 11, 2015, 08:49:55 AM
Hi Alex ,guys, here's to the start of another great 360, Alex you hav made a great job of getting her to this stage ,these are indeed great cars and it shows with the right attitude these cars can be built and built right ,now it's down to me to make her pretty and shine ,
First job on the list was to remove the rear top half of the steel plate  behind the light panel ,so when Alex gets a challenge rear grill you will be able to see the exhaust through it , this was no small task as Alex made a good job of welding it on but the top half is now removed and  the lower part rewelded back in place , I will post pics later as my phone was flat last night cheers jd.  cheers jd.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 11, 2015, 05:49:05 PM
Thanks JD..
I sourced these beauties today, worked out at £15 each.
(Got 2 for you Mickey)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on November 11, 2015, 05:50:57 PM
Very nice Alex.. A bargain at that price too.  Might see some photos of your car tonight :-) exciting times.

Steve
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 11, 2015, 05:52:38 PM
Cheers Steve,

Had them made, so "replica" is probably the word.

Happy with them tho

Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on November 11, 2015, 05:53:21 PM
Hehe does that mean the Lamborghini done JD ..

Cool can't wait to see Alex's all done :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on November 11, 2015, 05:54:14 PM
Good find mate :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on November 11, 2015, 08:13:19 PM
Nice one Alex  :P
What are they made from
Do you want me to PayPal you the £30 or bring it up when we next meet up
Thanks a million
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 11, 2015, 09:30:53 PM
Hi Mickey,

They are plastic like the car decals you get from motor mania etc.
No rush buddy, if anyone else wants some I will sell my 2 and order some more :)

Cheers

Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 12, 2015, 06:18:46 PM
Hi Alex ,guys hope this is pics from the other day
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 12, 2015, 06:31:55 PM
Nice job buddy :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 13, 2015, 05:56:50 PM
Hi Alex ,guys here's the start of bodywork ,after assessing the whole car one of the main problem areas was the front of the roof were the new skin meets the pug roof it was allredy cracked, I can't stress enough how important it is to grind the new  roof with deep groves to give the new fibre glass something to bond into  not just over the top as once rubbed out the new top layer could be quite thin , here's a couple of pics cheers jd .
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 13, 2015, 06:13:54 PM
You are quite correct mate, I mainly concentrated on the rear of the roof and top of door joins, didn't take the grooves right to the front...... My bad
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 13, 2015, 06:15:23 PM
By the way.....as you will find plenty of foopahs:)

My bad, my bad, my bad, my bad (just to get them out of the way) lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on November 13, 2015, 08:18:14 PM
Well coved Alex :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 13, 2015, 10:46:13 PM
JD,
how easy would it be to inset this mesh into the rear light panel before painting?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on November 13, 2015, 10:54:15 PM
Now, I like that  :P
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 17, 2015, 06:53:37 PM
Hi Alex yes I like that too, I think it would be a better job tho to do a template and actually drill and slightly countersink some holes in the light panel, I do hav a spare light panel so I'll hav a go see what you think cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 17, 2015, 07:01:19 PM
Ok Alex, guys  he's a little update iv decided to start at the back and work forward ,the first problem was the yellow primer for some reason it hadn't cured so the beat thing was to remove it as I go ,it wasn't a total waste tho as its acted as a bit of a guide coat ,i stated on the tailgate  first that's just about done ,the next job was to start and gap the quarters to the tailgate ,they weren't to far away but I want them better , not sure if I'm sorted with pics so I'll post this first then try some pics cheers jd.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 17, 2015, 07:03:04 PM
Hopefully this will be some pics ,
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 17, 2015, 07:04:30 PM
And a couple more
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 17, 2015, 07:06:37 PM
This one shows a bit of Perspex I used to act as a temp rear window to make sure nothing catches ,
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 17, 2015, 07:23:03 PM
You are the GOD of prepping buddy :)

I know she is in good hands, will give you a bell tomorrow if ok?

Cheers

Alex
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on November 17, 2015, 08:10:17 PM
Top work as ever JD
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on November 17, 2015, 08:23:00 PM
Well done JD perfection as per the JDs specs ;)

Well done buddy
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 18, 2015, 02:42:57 PM
Hi Alex yes I like that too, I think it would be a better job tho to do a template and actually drill and slightly countersink some holes in the light panel, I do hav a spare light panel so I'll hav a go see what you think cheers jd

I agree JD, was just concerned that it may make the panel too flimsy?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 22, 2015, 04:21:00 PM
Been faffing with my steering wheel today, almost there....
Any advice anyone on the best way of tidying up the top left and right joints?
The inset piece is about 5mm lower than the steering wheel rubber
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on November 22, 2015, 04:55:59 PM
That looks good
What do you mean by tidying up the top left and right joints
I can't see anything wrong Matey Mate

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on November 22, 2015, 11:46:20 PM
WOW, your wheel looks great. Not sure what you mean by the joints really?  The only thing I would suggest if it is what I'm thinking is get some 10mm black high density foam (sticky on the back) and then use this to make up the gap squashing it when tight.

Oh,  I saw your car on Friday, how wide does it look! Really like the shape of the 360.. so looking forward to seeing JD paint it. Looks like you've done a really good job getting it ready.

Steve

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 23, 2015, 08:01:05 AM
As said all above that looks great  Alex ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on November 23, 2015, 10:33:17 AM
I've already bought my steering wheel, back in March. But looking at yours is making me look at mine with contempt

Right let's log onto eBay again haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 23, 2015, 05:25:44 PM
Thanks for the comments guys

Will post some angled photos so you can see wot I mean better.
Need to be able to remove the centre piece once fitted.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 23, 2015, 05:34:30 PM
Pics
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 23, 2015, 07:00:25 PM
Hi Alex, guys here's a few pics of were I'm up to ,iv been concentrating on the lower half of the rear quarter panel and side skirt , the first thing was to put the correct line in were the side skirt meets the quarter panel the line is really only seen at the last 6 inches of the quarter and fades away under the rest ,I'm not far away on this now ,iv also welded in a new end to the new side skirt and under neath where it wasn't welded at all ( oops Alex lol ) it's coming along nicely now ,cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 23, 2015, 07:04:20 PM
And now with the repairs done ,
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 23, 2015, 08:54:00 PM
I'm planning to drive up on Thursday 3rd with the bits, if ok matey, so be prepared for some man love!! :) :)
Will sort out a B and B nearby buddy if ok.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on November 23, 2015, 09:34:47 PM
Great stuff JD :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 23, 2015, 10:50:24 PM
Hi Alex no problem and your more than welcome to stay with us at casa du jd lol we have two spare bedrooms and you no Di does a cracking bacon sandwich  cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on November 24, 2015, 09:47:44 AM
And them French things !!!! :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 24, 2015, 08:51:39 PM
Lol Chris yes and the French things ( choc oh pan's ) .

Hey Alex ,guys had a good day on her today iv finished the passenger rear quarter ready for primer filler  and the rear half of the side skirt, I looked at some pics of the real challenge and the end of the side skirt had a bit of a curv towards the wheel so I did this today also , ,next I will push on with the door and front wing gap hope to hav this side nearly done by the weekend ,here's a couple of pics cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on November 24, 2015, 08:59:15 PM
JD your attention to detail is second to none  :)
You're getting good at this stuff haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on November 24, 2015, 11:21:28 PM
Nice work JD :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 25, 2015, 06:49:11 AM
Looking gr8 JD :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on November 30, 2015, 08:35:18 PM
Hi Ales ,guys quick update ,passenger side taking shape nicely hope to hav this side finished and primed in the next couple of days jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on November 30, 2015, 09:01:03 PM
The scary thing is that I thought it was pretty good to start with, but it shows why it pays to get a professional to do this sort of thing :)
See u Thursday morning JD

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on November 30, 2015, 10:35:26 PM
Going to be another perfect example of an eXtreme kit
Keep the pics coming
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on November 30, 2015, 11:35:20 PM
I'm so glad JD is putting mine together :)

Looking great , getting excited now Alex ?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 01, 2015, 06:38:38 AM
Wow.. Soon moving this one. Are you hoping to have it done for Christmas JD?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 01, 2015, 04:46:47 PM
Hey Steve ,guys yes on target for Christmas, l might even wrap it up with a bow just for you Alex lol ,jd

Looking forward to seeing you on Thursday buddy .

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 01, 2015, 09:36:36 PM
Hi Alex, guys , here's a little update ,just about finished the n/s side today ,started to gap the bonnet and Finnish up under the side skirt ,should be on target to put the first coat of primer filler on tomoro and stone chip under the side skirt , here's a few pics especially for you mick lol,cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 01, 2015, 10:04:46 PM
I'm so excited!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mat_1 on December 01, 2015, 10:13:53 PM
I bet this car is going to be amazing! And between you and jd you have raised the bar when it comes to sideskirts on these things!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 02, 2015, 12:43:22 PM
I bet this car is going to be amazing! And between you and jd you have raised the bar when it comes to sideskirts on these things!

Thanks Mat, appreciate your comments.
Like JD said, are you going to put your name down for Stoneleigh on the home page?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 02, 2015, 01:09:10 PM
Those cills are the dogs.
I have got to visit my local sheet metal shop  ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 02, 2015, 01:21:41 PM
Those cills are the dogs.
I have got to visit my local sheet metal shop  ;)


chuckle..
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 02, 2015, 03:23:58 PM
Lol mick I think Akex has got us all going with the skirts ,I intended doing them  on mine but ran out of time but I think tyey might  get done over the winter ready for  stoneliegh , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 02, 2015, 07:54:16 PM
bunch of girls ;-p
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 02, 2015, 08:04:07 PM
bunch of girls ;-p

Bet you'll be looking at our upskirt photos Steve!!

Lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 02, 2015, 08:07:18 PM
Cough... No comment.  Got to say I do love a bit of skirt!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 02, 2015, 08:23:14 PM
Any 1 seen a 430 with skirts like that ;) !!!!

Yep !! I'm thinking it to , to be fair the pic of JDs and Alex's  car on the grass made me think that :)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 02, 2015, 08:48:45 PM
Any 1 seen a 430 with skirts like that ;) !!!!

Yep !! I'm thinking it to , to be fair the pic of JDs and Alex's  car on the grass made me think that :)



It would defo be one of a kind then mate. With the R8 engine, though you would really have to have the F430 version of the stradale stripe then :)

Mint!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 02, 2015, 09:30:04 PM
Hey Alex ,guys, well it's  been a good day I finished off the n/s side and under the side skirt  then I stone chipped under the skirt ,finished up a few repairs  to the front bumper and then put the first few coats of primer filler on that side ,it looks great ,just a bit of stopper then crack on with the other side next ,here's a couple of pics cheers jd .
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 02, 2015, 09:53:21 PM
My cars beauty is starting to show now.

Cheers JD

Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 03, 2015, 06:31:12 PM
Super work JD :)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 03, 2015, 07:38:53 PM
wont be long now Alex until you have her back for that final build :-)  I'm loving doing mine now I've got the big jobs out of the way.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 03, 2015, 08:24:31 PM
Hi guys ,well Alex turned up at 8 thirty this morning with some bits I needed ,after a 5 hour drive  I gave him a cup of coffee and set him straight to work lol,
We got both the roof side trims shaped and fitted and some filler in the roof ,then proseeded with the rear engine cover glass  after a couple of hours measuring trimming ,more measuring and trimming we finally got it to fit perfect ,will post some pics tomorrow ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 03, 2015, 08:34:44 PM
Well done men :) looking forward to seeing the pics , soon be done ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 03, 2015, 08:48:01 PM
Fantastic !! Looking forward to the photo's .. poor Alex must be knackered!  I hope your Di made the coffee ;-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 03, 2015, 08:59:57 PM
Lol Steve I made the coffee are you trying to tell me something ,poor Alex he will be knackered and by the sounds of it I made a sh.t cup of coffee for him too ,oh well plenty service stations on the way home  I think he will need plenty caffeine , Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 03, 2015, 10:07:05 PM
????????????????????????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 03, 2015, 10:39:00 PM
Looks nice and clean in fresh primer  :)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 04, 2015, 01:39:44 PM
Yep, had a great day with my car (and JD) yesterday lol.
Got home safe and sound, gave JD loads of extra jobs to do, told him to add it onto 4u2nv Chris's price  ;)
We looked at the stradale badges I took up and are of the opinion they are too large.

Anyone know the dimensions for these? I think CDRSkull might?
Then I will get them redone for everyone who wants them.

Thanks for putting up with me JD, (although I still think you tried to kill me off with that coffee)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 04, 2015, 06:04:31 PM
Hey Alex looks like my gift is not making coffee lol,
Today's update, iv been flat out shaping the roof sides to match the roof trims we fitted yesterday ( the original Peugeot trims shortened and radiused to follow the quarter window ) iv just about finished the passenger side and well on the way with the drivers side ,I hope to get these finished Monday and carry on with the roof and the drivers rear quarter then finish up the drivers side door to wing gap , here's some pics for now cheers jd .
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 04, 2015, 06:26:25 PM
You truly are gifted mate, but all your experience counts as well....

Cheers

Ass kisser Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 04, 2015, 09:04:24 PM
Lol Funny Alex ....... Not ;)

Great work tho really is looking the part can't wait to see it all done :)



Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 05, 2015, 06:58:08 AM
Lol Funny Alex ....... Not ;)

Great work tho really is looking the part can't wait to see it all done :)





Chris, five more posts and you're a hero member! (I think)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 05, 2015, 05:45:20 PM
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Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 05, 2015, 05:46:01 PM
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Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 05, 2015, 05:47:03 PM
3 ;)


hehe cheers mate
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 05, 2015, 06:33:31 PM
3 ;)


hehe cheers mate

Oh........my hero!! Lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 06, 2015, 07:01:16 PM
Cracking on with my ferrari's new home this weekend.......knackered now :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 06, 2015, 07:19:52 PM
Wow cracking on with that now buddy looking forward to seeing this done especially as hav an insite  to what it will look like inside when finished ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 06, 2015, 08:47:54 PM
very nice fella.. it must be the law that you have to build something whilst your car's at JD's!   Hopefully lots of room in there for everything.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 06, 2015, 10:02:59 PM
Wow getting there mate :)


Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 08, 2015, 08:55:27 PM
Hi Alex ,guys this weeks update so far ,iv blocked the passenger side off and it's looking pretty perfect, iv finished both roof sides where the trims fit iv also finished the  whole roof so that's ready for a coat of primer filler , I'm on gaping the drivers side door to wing now and the engine cover to rear quarter gap ,looking good to hav the whole outside of the car primed by the week end fingers crossed ,here's a few pics cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 08, 2015, 09:14:35 PM
Great work JD as ever buddy :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 08, 2015, 09:48:22 PM
Great work buddy, just got in from work, traffic was murder in London tonight  :'(

The rain gutter along the roofline trim looks mint mate, loving it

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 10, 2015, 07:10:47 PM
Hey Alex ,guys, today's update ,I concentrated on altering the windscreen pillars and wing edges  to acomadate the new screen trims, they just need about 1/4 of an inch adding in , then finished up gaping the bonnet and rear engine cover  they are ready to prime now, so I can crack on with the side tomoro looking good to hav her in primer filler by tomoro night or sat at the latest , here's a few pics cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 10, 2015, 07:14:32 PM
And a couple more
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 10, 2015, 07:36:53 PM
Think a bit of wee escaped.....so excited  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 10, 2015, 08:00:26 PM
Nobody can blame you Alex for your little wet accident  ;)
Looking really good. Not long now until she is in a nice shiney coat

What are the trims in the first picture of today's update ???
Cheers
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 10, 2015, 08:04:51 PM
Hi mick ,the trims are off a rover 200 or 400 I think are the same ,you hav to round the corners off on the screen and on the car but they look more Oem when you use them ,jd

 Hey Alex I mite hav to get you a nappy for when you see her in red lol. Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 10, 2015, 08:37:18 PM
Hi mick ,the trims are off a rover 200 or 400 I think are the same ,you hav to round the corners off on the screen and on the car but they look more Oem when you use them ,jd

 Hey Alex I mite hav to get you a nappy for when you see her in red lol. Jd

Just got a great deal on Tenapants on eBay.....sorted
Now I can drive to yours without stopping :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 10, 2015, 09:03:55 PM
Haha Alex  ;D

As for the windscreen, do you round the corners off yourself JD or is it a specialist thing
Cheers
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 10, 2015, 09:13:08 PM
Lol Alex ????,
Hi mick ,I get my windscreen guy to do the screens  he just uses a normal glass cutter he scribes both sides then pulls and snaps the corners off ,  jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 10, 2015, 09:38:27 PM
very nice fella.. it must be the law that you have to build something whilst your car's at JD's!   Hopefully lots of room in there for everything.

Hey Steve, I think it's just that we need to keep busy, so the time goes quicker.
Do you know the length of the challenge stradale badge, we talked about it some time ago?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 10, 2015, 10:03:39 PM
Hi Alex, yep you're right... need to keep busy :-) Your car's going to look amazing.. not as amazing as my lambo.. but not far behind ;-)

I thought you gave me the measurement didn't you? It might of been in my build thread but I've had a quick look but can't see it. You posted some pictures of the badge and then included some sizes.

Really looking forward to seeing some colour on your car :-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 11, 2015, 08:51:54 PM
Are we the only 1s that talk on here ?? Lol.

Ps great work JD :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 11, 2015, 10:23:48 PM
Yes, because everyone else are busy on their builds  ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 12, 2015, 10:08:08 AM
Hahaha or have a life ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 12, 2015, 03:58:58 PM
Just got some bills in, it looks like the garage is gonna cost more than the car WTF !!!

Oh well...... I've started so I'll ____________
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 12, 2015, 04:25:21 PM
Hey buddy the garage will be worth it in the end, and at least you still hav the old garage if the new one takes a bit longer ,

He's a little update, the drivers side was a bit worse than I thought so it's took a bit longer but I'm nearly there ,new target is to hav her all in primer by Monday night , here's a few pics so far
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 12, 2015, 04:48:12 PM
That door gap looks much better now mate  :) :) :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 12, 2015, 07:30:28 PM
Looking good JD :)

And Alex as JD said will be worth it mate :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 14, 2015, 09:53:07 PM
Hey Alex ,guys ,well after a long day and a late night target achieved ,she is all primed, I will leave this to settle a few days now while I do inside the doors and door checks  then I can guide coat her up and block her off ready for final coat of primer then paint  ,here's a couple of pics cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 14, 2015, 09:55:28 PM
Top work JD  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 14, 2015, 10:17:18 PM
You can see her lines again, now she is all one colour, well done for making your self imposed deadline buddy  :o :o :o lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 14, 2015, 10:38:04 PM
Stunning work JD :)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: mag on December 14, 2015, 10:40:20 PM
Looks good Jd can't wait to see what the top coat looks like.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 14, 2015, 10:55:19 PM
Cheers guys ,I love doing these cars can't wait for stoneliegh to see a few of us with finished cars ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 15, 2015, 11:24:16 PM
Hope you like v8 430s to buddy ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 15, 2015, 11:36:12 PM
I want one now... lol  Well done JD, you even made the deadline after I distracted you for two hours!!   Sorry Alex!  I had to collect a few bits for my Lambo that I left and drop some 355 bits off.

Got to say it was looking fantastic and very WIDE.

Won't be long until it's back in that big garage of yours.. speaking of which, hows that build going?

Steve
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 16, 2015, 07:03:25 AM
Hi Steve/guys,

I will post some pics this weekend, still soldiering on, but put my shoulder out trying to lift the 18mm osb up!!

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 16, 2015, 08:35:36 AM
Hey Alex hope your shoulder is not to bad , as for the car I'm just letting the primer cure for another day then I will get some stopper put in tomoro then get the doors off and Finnish the inside before the weekend, then a final coat of primer and paint next week ,  :) jd

Hey Chris am looking forward to your build just as much ,and a couple more that's waiting lol,
Steve was great to catch up the other day and thanks for the 355 bits , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 18, 2015, 06:18:59 PM
Well, knocked the last original wall down today, hopefully get the bifold door system in and walls finished this weekend, then trusses next time :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 18, 2015, 09:47:24 PM
Nice 1 buddy looking good :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 18, 2015, 09:56:34 PM
Omg u have a sit on mower.....   Garage is looking good.. Hope you manage to get a bit done this weekend.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 18, 2015, 10:20:15 PM
Cheers guys, hope so :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 19, 2015, 11:45:20 AM
Hey buddy garage is coming along nicely ,

Little update she's all painted  these new mat colours are not everyone's cup of tea tho lol ,
Seriously tho she has got her final coat of primer on the outside , just the doors to take off now and finish up the door checks and inside the doors themselves , I will start laying down some colour next week ,  here's a little pic  cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 19, 2015, 01:55:13 PM
Very very nice... Alex you're a luck guy!!  So looking forward to seeing this one come together.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 19, 2015, 03:43:55 PM
Well chuffed!! :)

JD, can you post a pic of the rear when you get a mo?

Cheers
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 19, 2015, 05:38:18 PM
Very nice
A little lacquer and that will pop haha
Bet you can't wait Alex
I'll be inviting myself up when she is home  :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 19, 2015, 07:15:35 PM
Very nice
A little lacquer and that will pop haha
Bet you can't wait Alex
I'll be inviting myself up when she is home  :P
Mick

No worries, you're more than welcome mate :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 21, 2015, 09:22:33 AM
Hey Alex as requested a couple of shots of the rear, iv adjusted the bumper and shaved a bit off the rear panel and it all fits nice now , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 21, 2015, 06:12:45 PM
Thanks mate
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 21, 2015, 06:42:57 PM
Faultless
PS I know it is primer but I do like that colour
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 21, 2015, 08:19:18 PM
Is it wrong that I'm getting movement ;) and it's not even my car !!! Lol

Great work JD really is mate :) can't wait to come up and see it all done :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 21, 2015, 08:27:17 PM
Is it wrong that I'm getting movement ;) and it's not even my car !!! Lol

Great work JD really is mate :) can't wait to come up and see it all done :)

Dunno if I can take you with me, your movement might be extreme when we see her lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 21, 2015, 08:42:38 PM
Hehehehe It might well be;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 21, 2015, 09:56:08 PM
Hey guys lol, if your excited now you will be uncontrollable when she's painted Chris lol,
A little update ,Today I striped the drivers door off and got that all prepped ready to prime inside , then I went to start the door check prep  but I noticed 2 things, first someone forgot to weld the windscreen pillar up (Alex lol)  so I welded this up , the next thing which every one needs to make sure they do is the b post lip ,when these are welded in place they still need trimming back so when the rubber is fitted it doesn't foul on the interior door panel ,the lip only needs to be about 1/2 an inch wide ,here's a couple of pics, will finish up passenger side tomoro and get them primed ,then it will be just about ready for colour ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 21, 2015, 10:28:10 PM
Is it wrong that I'm getting movement ;) and it's not even my car !!! Lol

Sometimes you need to keep things to yourself Matey  ;)
Haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 22, 2015, 07:03:01 AM
Busted!! ;(
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on December 22, 2015, 03:24:12 PM
looking really good jd I might pop over for a peek after hols if its ok with Alex and youself
cheers Colin   
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 22, 2015, 04:51:20 PM
Hey Alex ,guys, today's update i took off the passenger side door and welded the windscreen pilar then got the door and the door check ready for primer, I had to go Christmas shopping this afternoon so more tomoro here's a couple of pics cheers Jd .

Hey Colin no probs on poping over  I'm sure Alex won't mind ,
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 22, 2015, 05:56:34 PM
No probs here Colin.
JD, how bad was the rubbing down in the door shuts? Do you think the door kick plate will cover where the sill join is?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 23, 2015, 05:04:27 PM
Hey Alex , the door checks were not to bad I still did a bit of filler on them to get them perfect lol,as for the sills iv done the same as mine iv made them look separate as on the Oem ferrari they look great ,the plastic covers will cover most of the step ,here's a pic of mine along wth today's progress , cheers Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 23, 2015, 05:20:51 PM
Getting there now , ummm what we'll be done 1st , the car or the new home for the car !! :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 23, 2015, 08:46:17 PM
Definitely the car, but there should be a rudimentary home for her when she comes back hopefully :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 28, 2015, 03:50:07 PM
Well, I have been busy the last couple of days, garage is coming together, the bi-fold doors (or what I call Alex's private viewing window), are now in, and bashing the trusses together to start roof this week.
Think I am going to run out of 4x2 tho :(

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 28, 2015, 04:23:59 PM
That will be more like a show room then a garage  ;)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 28, 2015, 04:40:36 PM
Stunning Alex.. Love the side doors :-)  what type of cladding are you looking at using for the walls / roof?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 28, 2015, 05:55:17 PM
Hi Steve,
black horizontal shiplap on the sides and red (of course) tile effect sheet cladding for the roof.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 29, 2015, 12:02:05 AM
Wow Alex

Like Micky said :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 29, 2015, 08:19:51 PM
Cheers guys :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 29, 2015, 08:31:36 PM
Hi Alex ,guys ,I had a good day on her today I got her all wiped down and tacked off and started shooting the black ,here's a few pics ,hope to start laying the red down tomoro ,cheers Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 29, 2015, 08:33:42 PM
Has that picture stretched, or does my car really look that long? :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 29, 2015, 08:40:12 PM
Looks like I can only post one at a time again it says file to large ,here we go
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 29, 2015, 08:42:52 PM
Last one
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 29, 2015, 08:54:44 PM
 Wow talk about quick reply Alex lol, I didn't get a chance to finish loading all the pics , and hey your right looks like trick photography lol not sure what's happened  ,will try again later cheers Jd .
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 29, 2015, 10:27:44 PM
One word Alex ' jealous ' haha
Nice work JD
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 30, 2015, 08:40:48 PM
Hey Alex guys , well she's red  :), do you want to see it lol, here's a few pics if they come out ,first one all ready for sealer second one 2 coats of tintable sealer layed down and the last 2 painted ,,the pics don't do it justice as the colour looks wrong but  I assure you it's bright red as Alex chose scuderia red which is a bit brighter than rosso corsa , cheers Jd .
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 30, 2015, 08:47:45 PM
Looks like the pics are still not right but I'm sure you still want to see it maybe Steve can suggest what's wrong  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 30, 2015, 08:49:28 PM
Last one ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 30, 2015, 09:20:51 PM
Oh.....my.......God
Is that really my car??
Wow :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 30, 2015, 09:26:33 PM
Sorry Alex can't let it go on any longer. That is actually my car.
Your car is on my drive, you will need to collect it as it looks like my car is nearly finished
 ;)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on December 30, 2015, 10:20:42 PM
Oww your cars got some lipstick on :-). Very nice :-).

JD the images you are posting are MASSIVE!  If you can reduce the size a bit then you will get more on. Not sure but I think there is a setting where you can set this on the iPad.  Something like 1200x800 or something would suit.

Steve
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 31, 2015, 07:52:00 AM
Sorry Alex can't let it go on any longer. That is actually my car.
Your car is on my drive, you will need to collect it as it looks like my car is nearly finished
 ;)
Mick

Nope, she's mine and I will post my V5 to you to prove it ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 31, 2015, 12:16:39 PM
Drat..... I've been rumbled
Haha
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 31, 2015, 01:13:32 PM
Oh dear , wow stunning 
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 31, 2015, 03:31:35 PM
Hi Alex, guys ,I had a nice day just painting under the rear archs black, the rear frame work and fitting wheels back on and unmasking the black, so here's a couple of pics  without the overspray in the air lol, also finished up some prep on the underside of the engine cover ,so thats the rest of the black ready for paint now ,  next job is to start flatening it all off and machine polishing it to make it like glass  :) cheers Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 31, 2015, 04:49:37 PM
It's amazing how all of a sudden it's not just a Peugeot with unfinished fibreglass panels, now it's a ferrari that needs touching up (not in that way Chris lol)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on December 31, 2015, 05:49:42 PM
Hehe very funny Alex ????

However it is really starting to look amazing :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 31, 2015, 06:03:56 PM
That is jaw dropping  :P
Can't wait to see it with the doors on and out in the sunshine
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 31, 2015, 06:49:13 PM
Hey Alex I no exactly how you feeling ,I still Remember  with mine the realisation that it actually looks like a real Ferrari  ,not be to long now buddy when you can look at her for real ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 02, 2016, 04:02:57 PM
Roared on with garage/showroom today
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 02, 2016, 04:49:42 PM
Wow your flying with it now ,looking good buddy ,your giving me ideas now lol jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 02, 2016, 04:54:07 PM
Nice job Alex :-). Looks like its all coming together well. You might have a new home for your 360 after all.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 02, 2016, 05:05:59 PM
I bet Tim Peake on the ISS can see that when he passes over :-)
Wish I could have something like that for my baby, the car not little Izzie
Nice one Alex
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 02, 2016, 07:39:22 PM
I need to see this beast brew tommo ?? :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 02, 2016, 07:57:25 PM
Sure buddy, what time?
Not working on it tomoz, as chucking down with rain all day.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 02, 2016, 08:32:24 PM
In the morning mate /9and 10 ??
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 02, 2016, 09:18:30 PM
In the morning mate /9and 10 ??

No probs, kettle will be on :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 04, 2016, 08:38:50 PM
Well, 4u2nv Chris popped over yesterday and was impressed with my big object.
Just want to say thank you Chris for the brake discs, I think they will look fab on my motor when she gets back

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 04, 2016, 09:01:01 PM
Your very welcome mate , and yes showroom ;) is surperb :)'
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 05, 2016, 09:03:13 AM
Hi Alex, guys ,a little update I  decided before painting the rest of the bits I would get the body all polished before pulling her out the booth so yesterday i finished the passenger side rear quarter and blocked the roof off ready to polish today  here's a pick so far cheers Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 05, 2016, 09:15:47 AM
Looking beautiful :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 05, 2016, 12:08:44 PM
That shine looks flawless  8)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 05, 2016, 08:40:16 PM
Very nice JD great work :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 05, 2016, 08:53:55 PM
Hi Alex, guys , more polishing today finished up,the roof and drivers rear quarter ,here's a pic cheers Jd

Ps thanks for the great comments guys ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 05, 2016, 09:08:00 PM
Mmmmmmm, tasty :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 05, 2016, 09:49:01 PM
now that's RED.. JD, I think you have only gone and done it again!  Another master piece is nearing completion.

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 05, 2016, 10:17:35 PM
There is no way I will be parking my car next to that
That paintwork is perfect
Top work JD
Bet you can't wait Alex
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 05, 2016, 10:25:00 PM
Can't wait to see her all done :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 07, 2016, 07:18:05 PM
Hi Alex guys ,another good day on her today I finished polishing the full front end so that's  the body all done other than a final wax before collection ,now I can get the rest of the bits painted ,also I ordered the alloy up to make the rear defusers next week , here's another pic cheers Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 07, 2016, 07:36:35 PM
hmm I want a 360!!  Look at that shine.. looking lovely JD

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 07, 2016, 08:39:42 PM
Nice one m8 :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 360brian on January 07, 2016, 08:47:05 PM
Nice!

JD (or Alex), can you take some pics when you fit the quarter side window rubber channel and gutter along the roof (above the doors). I'm keen to see how its done properly.

Keep up the great work

Brian
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 07, 2016, 09:25:35 PM
Great work buddy looks stunning :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on January 08, 2016, 09:41:46 AM
Hi Alex popped over to see your car and jd yesterday it looks amazing as you would expect from jd , sure you will be well pleased
cheers Colin   
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 10, 2016, 03:26:51 PM
Hey Alex, guys ,as the rain had stopped this morning after 2weeks non stop up here ,I nipped down the workshop and pulled her out for a couple of Pics , also took a pic of the rest of the panels with a final coat of satin black on them , enjoy jd .
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on January 10, 2016, 03:40:47 PM
Another awesome job Jd it looks even better in the flesh Alex ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 10, 2016, 04:11:48 PM
Looks great JD, lil hint, try and stand still when you take photos lol :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 10, 2016, 04:19:18 PM
That shade of red is gorgeous.
She is looking the part
Fantastic job
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 10, 2016, 07:48:30 PM
Stunning JD

Looks amazing,can't wait to see it all complete :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 12, 2016, 12:16:16 PM
Hey Alex guys ,on the home straight now ,last few panels painted ready to polish , windscreen is also ready to collect ,so she should be looking like a car again by the weekend ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 12, 2016, 04:51:37 PM
Nice one John, looking forward to it

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 12, 2016, 07:48:58 PM
Happy days , how's the new home coming Alex ....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 12, 2016, 07:52:08 PM
I will post some more pics tomorrow buddy :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 12, 2016, 08:03:01 PM
Not too long now, and she will be back home.
Can't wait to see her Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 14, 2016, 09:10:57 PM
Hi Alex guys , time fora little update ,the doors, engine cover, and rear bumper are all fitted back on the car now , the windscreen is also bonded in , the stripe is on as well as all the grills a new tow eye has been welded on  (hopefully you will never need it Alex ) all the badges are on so she is looking well smart , iv got the rear quarter glass to bond in tomoro and paint the roof side trims , then just a few jobs left on the list and she's done ,

As she is so close iv decided not to post pics until she is done ,that way Alex can hav a nice reveal of the car cheers Jd  :) :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 14, 2016, 09:32:35 PM
Looking forward to see the reveal

Can you also post a pic of how you have welded in a new tow eye please
Also what paint did you use for the window borders
Cheers
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 14, 2016, 09:49:50 PM
I can appreciate that JD. Hope you have champagne handy when I get there lol :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 15, 2016, 01:10:38 PM
New tow eye bracket , mickey I hope I can explain this good enough for you or anyone else wanting to relocate a new tow eye ,
First I started with a piece of inch box section approx 7 inches long then I welded a course nut in the end of this, the one I used matched the tow hook I had ,you could also chop off the original one and weld this on to a shorter bit of inch box , I positioned the inch box under the new front frame you bolt on off extreme and welded it front and back and underneath then I triangulated it with a bit of flat bar and also added a bit of flat bar from the side to the pug chassis  ,hope this helps cheers Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 15, 2016, 01:17:35 PM
Sorry mickey the top pic has gone on sideways fo some reason,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 15, 2016, 01:42:14 PM
JD you are a star
Pictures saved for reference  ;)
Thanks for that
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 15, 2016, 05:33:17 PM
JD!! I only went and bought that cream leather interior! Missus is gonna shoot me lol
Anyway, I have posted a pic to show you, I got them to swap the under dash for centre console bits.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 15, 2016, 05:33:37 PM
Your such a tease JD ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 15, 2016, 05:35:17 PM
Nice 1 Alex very nice buddy :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 15, 2016, 05:47:50 PM
Garage is coming along nicely :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 15, 2016, 05:59:46 PM
Love the interior Matey
Tell the Mrs it was your old stuff an JD has cleaned it up and re painted it  ;)
Haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 15, 2016, 07:49:01 PM
Cheers guys, probably aiming to pick my car up a week on Monday, as wife has booked me solid for next 2 weekends now.....punishment started :(

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 15, 2016, 07:57:32 PM
Nice one.
Will you have much to do when she is in her nice new big home.
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 15, 2016, 08:12:47 PM
Looks great mate :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 15, 2016, 08:37:57 PM
Mainly:

Exhaust
Scuttle panel
Interior
Dash vents to cut and buy
Brakes
Fake engine
Bulkhead
Remote locking/door opening system
Fake brakes
Wing mirrors

Off the top of my head.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 15, 2016, 08:42:09 PM
Looks great mate :)

Don't want her catching a chill lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 15, 2016, 09:04:17 PM
Nice one buddy ,she Is going to look fab with that interior in ???? Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 15, 2016, 09:38:35 PM
Bloody original interior.. Dam, u do know how to upset us all.. lol  So jealous right now! That is just the bling on the cake!

JD.. you're a big tease.  Alex, I think JD has sold it and is trying to cover his tracks.. no photo's indeed. ;-p
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 15, 2016, 09:56:27 PM
Mainly:

Exhaust
Scuttle panel
Interior
Dash vents to cut and buy
Brakes
Fake engine
Bulkhead
Remote locking/door opening system
Fake brakes
Wing mirrors

Off the top of my head.....

Not too much. Looking forward to Stoneleigh  :)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 15, 2016, 10:13:00 PM
Bloody original interior.. Dam, u do know how to upset us all.. lol  So jealous right now! That is just the bling on the cake!

JD.. you're a big tease.  Alex, I think JD has sold it and is trying to cover his tracks.. no photo's indeed. ;-p

lol (uncertain laugh), of course he hasn't ???
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 15, 2016, 10:37:27 PM
Lol Alex ,Steve made Me an offer I couldn't refuse on your car !????Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 15, 2016, 10:48:10 PM
I swapped it for a murci.. and a coffee machine so JD can now make a decent brew.  result. :-) I'm picking it up a week on Sunday but bit pee'd I missed out on the original interior mind.. lol

... I'm going to sit in it at stoneleigh whilst Alex isn't looking and pretend.. lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 18, 2016, 08:59:36 PM
Have you seen this ? What a arse poor GTO , prob thought it was going to some1 who would love it as he did , not just make a few quid.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 19, 2016, 04:31:22 PM
5 days without an update  :(
The suspense is killing us
Come on everybody  ''we want a picture, we want a picture''
Haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 19, 2016, 05:26:20 PM
Hi Mickey,

I am planning to go up and collect her this Saturday with Chris 4u2nv, so there will be an abundance of pics on Sunday :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 19, 2016, 06:00:58 PM
That's great news Matey. Can't wait.
If you are about Sunday I may pop up  :)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 19, 2016, 06:22:50 PM
That's great news Matey. Can't wait.
If you are about Sunday I may pop up  :)
Mick

Will be about all day, probably won't get much done, just staring at her I reckon lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 19, 2016, 07:29:08 PM
Haha don't blame you
I'll see you Sunday then, if your up for it
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 19, 2016, 08:12:45 PM
Can't wait :-) looking forward to the unveiling..  bet you can't wait
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 19, 2016, 08:44:47 PM
Can't believe how quickly it has come round, must be the age thing lol
Really looking forward to it, picking the transporter up Friday, and won't have any trouble getting up at 3am to get oop North!
See you Sunday mickey, kettle will be on, but haven't bought the sofa for the garage yet, that and the TV will be in there once I finish the bloomin thing.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 19, 2016, 08:46:06 PM
Mm mm, polishing my car whilst watching fast and furious........sweeeeet
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 19, 2016, 08:57:23 PM
Doesn't hurt to have second thoughts JD?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 20, 2016, 08:08:21 AM
Anything is possible Alex lol ,with enough time and money I can do most things  :) looking forward to poping down with my car again and watching TV with you and the guys in the new car house  jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 22, 2016, 09:16:16 PM
Woot.. Its the weekend .. We all know what this means ;-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 22, 2016, 09:56:50 PM
She's all ready  :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 23, 2016, 04:08:37 AM
On our way!!!!

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 23, 2016, 10:20:22 AM
lol.. love it. What does he do at 4am in the morning... Check EOC and post he's leaving :-)

Safe trip buddy and can't wait to see some photos up.

Pictures or it didn't happen !
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 23, 2016, 11:45:41 AM
Ditto what Steve said
See you tomorrow Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 23, 2016, 07:52:41 PM
Ditto what Steve said
See you tomorrow Matey
Mick

Hey Mickey,

I will be home from 12 onwards tomorrow as gotta drop car transporter back in the morning.
Hopefully see you then,

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 23, 2016, 07:56:55 PM
Not a problem Matey  :)
See you then
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 23, 2016, 08:05:51 PM
And here she is :)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 23, 2016, 08:08:24 PM
Faultless
Beauty personified
Got room for another one JD  :P
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 23, 2016, 08:15:29 PM
Another pic
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 23, 2016, 08:16:17 PM
Chris, can you put your David bailie pics of them on please buddy?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 23, 2016, 08:33:17 PM
Hi mate , I can only take a pic from my phone so they won't look good :( but yes I'll do now buddy , Steve or any1 with what's app pm me your number and I'll zap them across :) as don't know how to do from phone.

Great day today , as always thanks for the teas etc etc JD .
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 23, 2016, 08:34:01 PM
.no looks rubbish and up side down :( sorry
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 23, 2016, 08:38:16 PM
Alex put what's app on ya phone I'll send them now :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 23, 2016, 08:56:58 PM
Sent to Mick mate
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 23, 2016, 09:04:44 PM
Here's the first 5
(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/1_zps3jylyu5s.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/2_zpsrvn2foun.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/3_zpsg1qeuafq.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/4_zpsqfqztsth.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/5_zpsfn4udois.jpg)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 23, 2016, 09:13:01 PM
(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/6_zpsjwzbs7iz.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/7_zpsroqil3nt.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/8_zpsu2npt6uk.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/9_zpswb0zkein.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/10_zps3gunzxfv.jpg)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on January 23, 2016, 09:15:47 PM
Looks awesome Alex not long now till you driving her ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 23, 2016, 09:18:00 PM
(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/11_zpsjmtsjnwz.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/12_zpsjwtqu3xo.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/14_zpst3epyl2v.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/15_zpsd5bcal8l.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/16_zpspewcqauy.jpg)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 23, 2016, 09:19:30 PM
Hi Guys,

Yet again, another masterpiece from the legend know as FerrariJD

Very very happy with the end product.
Just waiting for my interior early February to crack on. She will be at Stoneleigh finished or otherwise.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 23, 2016, 09:25:25 PM
And the last ones

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/17_zpsz5q6xs32.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/18_zpsohuxb0oa.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/19_zps6q9ew59t.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/20_zpsi7lslbal.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/21_zpsb17y2m6i.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/22_zpscevxubf8.jpg)

(http://i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/23_zpstj8otwrz.jpg)

There you go Matey
What a beauty she is
Mick

PS ------ Love the rear light panel  :P
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Sparx01 on January 23, 2016, 11:35:53 PM
In one word, Wow!!!!!

Alex I saw your car a couple of weeks ago before painting and what a transformation, clearly another fine example of JD's master work and may this continue now he is about to start on mine. lol

Look forward to more updates and photo's of the interior.

Tone

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: AIG1355 on January 23, 2016, 11:46:34 PM
Fantastic!!

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 24, 2016, 08:55:15 AM
Bloody hell its like Thing 1 and Thing 2

(http://1.1.1.1/bmi/i1278.photobucket.com/albums/y520/Mickey-London/Alex360/1_zps3jylyu5s.jpg)

Both look stunning :-).  Can't wait to see them all in person at Stoneleigh

Love the black light panel.. I did mine black on my DNA .. :-)

Steve
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 24, 2016, 09:08:11 AM
Hi guys  pleased you made it back safe and sound , Alex at least you drove the truck  on the way home that way you keep your baby safe otherwise you mite of got a speeding ticket for the fastest Ferrari on a flat bed lol , jd

Mickey I half had you pencilled in???? ,let me no after you hav a look at Alex's ,
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 24, 2016, 02:51:45 PM
Haha very funny :) and when we unloaded it at Alex's it didn't fall on him :)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 24, 2016, 04:23:00 PM
Mickey I half had you pencilled in???? ,let me no after you hav a look at Alex's ,


How would you like to rub the pencil out and put it in Biro ?
After being to see Alex's car in the flesh today, all I can say is that you have done a stunning  job. Would love for you to paint mine
Is it possible for you to work your magic again, for me

Alex, thanks for today ?
PS - Keep the Starfish wheels
PPS - thank Sarah, not Pam, for tthe tea

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 24, 2016, 04:41:36 PM
Will do mickey ,give me a pm ,or a ring and I will,sort dates with you,thanks jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 24, 2016, 05:20:35 PM
PM sent JD  ;D
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on January 25, 2016, 08:58:45 AM
what a transformation you must be well pleased Alex, top job again JD.
Colin
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 25, 2016, 05:52:22 PM
The good news keeps on coming...... My interior arrived today!!!!
Little mix up, they still sent me the left handed under dash, and not the centre console, so if anyone want to swap let me know :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 25, 2016, 07:45:23 PM
I no you got to keep her indoors sweet ,but we need pics lol jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 25, 2016, 08:08:18 PM
I bet he is sitting in one of the seats watching the telly
Haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 25, 2016, 08:35:17 PM
Come on Alex , get the interior pics up :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 25, 2016, 08:53:46 PM
: WHS :
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 26, 2016, 08:48:04 PM
Sorry guys, been ebaying like a nutter!!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 26, 2016, 09:00:19 PM
Wow it's going to be like Christmas at yours buddy , when they all come ,looking forward to interior pics ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 26, 2016, 09:01:28 PM
Hahahaha nice 1 buddy :) get in
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 26, 2016, 09:06:39 PM
You're as bad as me.. I buy stuff like its going out of fashion!  Are you intending keeping your dash black?  The only car I've sat in with a cream dash and you struggled seeing out of the window because of the reflection of the dash in the screen..

Oww.. Some material, you buying a sewing machine?

Lol, I'm learning quite a bit with mine.. Should have something to show by the weekend.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 26, 2016, 09:13:49 PM
Nice one Alex
Remember eBay is our friend  :)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 26, 2016, 10:19:37 PM
Bought the cloth twice by bloomin accident lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 27, 2016, 08:03:40 PM
Numpty :-) still will always come in handy, you could make a matching suit maybe?

Have any bits arrived yet?  What's your plan for the dash?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 27, 2016, 08:39:32 PM
Numpty :-) still will always come in handy, you could make a matching suit maybe?

Have any bits arrived yet?  What's your plan for the dash?

A lot of the bits should be here Friday hopefully.
I plan to do exactly as JD did on his dash, spraying the bottom half with Bradleys cream leather paint, and then fitting round vents in top half and spraying with black dash paint.
All work on car is on hold at mo, as I have to get the garage secure, all the sheet materials fitted, to give me more room to work in.
Have ordered the Gliderol roller shutter IN RED :) so that should be fitted in next couple of weeks.
Then my first job will be the door glass to fit, minding the paintwork (Mickey) lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 27, 2016, 08:46:28 PM
I'll post as many pics as possible when I get a nice day to fit my window.
Hopefully the cutting of the original door skin isn't necessary.
Is your impact bar completely removed as that maybe a problem. Again still not sure until I can fit the window, to see how far it can go down
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 27, 2016, 08:48:47 PM
I'll post as many pics as possible when I get a nice day to fit my window.
Hopefully the cutting of the original door skin isn't necessary.
Is your impact bar completely removed as that maybe a problem. Again still not sure until I can fit the window, to see how far it can go down
Mick

Yep, I took the whole lot out, thank god
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 28, 2016, 07:03:32 PM
Are we not going to see these seats !!!!


Ps sorry not been round , been mad week good old Burris putting bike lanes in everywhere causing right griev getting about and home :(
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 28, 2016, 08:38:40 PM
Sorry mate, got stinking cold.....
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Post by: 4u2nv on January 28, 2016, 08:52:55 PM
Very nice :) there pukka mate well done, well worth the shell out :)


I'll look on line for a shoe horn for you ;)
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Post by: ferrari360jd on January 28, 2016, 09:12:28 PM
Nice buddy can't wait to see these in and the new red carpet ,jd
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Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 28, 2016, 09:24:37 PM
They look the biz Alex.. Defo worth it and will give you that 360 comfort.. Best colour as well.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 28, 2016, 09:41:07 PM
Very nice Matey  :P :P :P :P :P :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 29, 2016, 07:02:11 AM
Very nice :) there pukka mate well done, well worth the shell out :)


I'll look on line for a shoe horn for you ;)

Yes, I have a phat arse, but so has my motor lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on January 29, 2016, 07:44:27 AM
wow seats look the business Alex
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 29, 2016, 05:25:24 PM
Thanks for the great comments guys
JD, how did you prep your interior panels before using bradleys paint?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 29, 2016, 08:58:01 PM
Hey buddy ,I used some panel wipe on the panels ,wipe on and make sure you wipe it off , when painting just use very light coats and build up it took about 7-8 cots on mine , if it tries to react wipe it off straight away with a damp cloth then try again , a lot of interior panel get cleaned with silicone which can cause reactions , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 29, 2016, 09:01:31 PM
Hey buddy ,I used some panel wipe on the panels ,wipe on and make sure you wipe it off , when painting just use very light coats and build up it took about 7-8 cots on mine , if it tries to react wipe it off straight away with a damp cloth then try again , a lot of interior panel get cleaned with silicone which can cause reactions , jd

Thank you very much, might try it this weekend :) :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 29, 2016, 10:48:54 PM
You know the rules of the forum when you have done it  :)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on January 30, 2016, 08:06:14 AM
Nice seats Alex the cars going to look the dogs danglers????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 30, 2016, 09:59:28 AM
Hey buddy how about something like this for your baby , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 30, 2016, 10:50:14 AM
Hey buddy how about something like this for your baby , jd

How long you been in the motor industry?? My motor is NOT an 04 plate ffs lol ;)
Looking for 360CS, f360... Etc if you see anything mate

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 30, 2016, 01:58:51 PM
Hey buddy how about 360 Ferrari stradale  lol jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 30, 2016, 07:41:58 PM
Hey buddy how about 360 Ferrari straddle  lol jd

What's a straddle? Lol

Is that their budget car?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 30, 2016, 07:45:51 PM
Lol I recon that's about 10k


I like this Hayley hates it what do guys think ??
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 30, 2016, 07:47:23 PM
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Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 30, 2016, 07:47:45 PM
Hi guys, on another note, I managed to do a whole TEN minutes in my garage today......
Have sussed a quick and easy solution for my wing mirrors, which I will attempt to explain with pics tomorrow
It's basically the Yamaha mirrors, with the brackets off the other ones I bought, on a 10mm threaded rod, double bolted to the original metalwork, with a neat hole through the fibreglass components, allowing me to simply screw my mirrors onto it from outside!
None of this has been done yet, but will try tomorrow

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on January 30, 2016, 09:32:18 PM
I'm sure you will succeed Matey
That's why we get these projects  ;)
Look forward to seeing the pics
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on January 30, 2016, 09:47:11 PM
Looking forward to the pics buddy , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on January 30, 2016, 10:04:31 PM
Ditto we need pics :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 31, 2016, 05:27:44 PM
Ok, so I am going to drill an 8mm hole through the centre rear plate......
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 31, 2016, 05:30:05 PM
Then, once the fibreglass parts are bonded, I will buy some 8mm threaded rod, drill through the fibreglass and fit as below,
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on January 31, 2016, 05:32:01 PM
Also, had my vehicle detailing guy in today, to go round her, touching in little bits etc....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on January 31, 2016, 08:56:24 PM
dam look at all that room you have round the car.. I could only dream of that much space!

Love the mirror idea.. hope it works for you.

Steve
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on February 01, 2016, 10:52:51 PM
Mirrors looking good Alex keep up the good work ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 03, 2016, 05:56:02 PM
Sounds like you have worked out how to fit your mirrors Matey  :)
Have you managed to fit one yet
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 03, 2016, 06:07:01 PM
Sounds like you have worked out how to fit your mirrors Matey  :)
Have you managed to fit one yet
Mick

not yet mate, had to get some 8mm threaded rod.....

cheers

Alex 369
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 06, 2016, 02:53:30 PM
Hi guys, sorry I haven't posted any updates lately, but just haven't done anything (literally!!)
Trying to shake this damn cold off and get my mojo back lol

Anyway, a big Thank You to Paul79 who told me about a set of replica stradale mirrors for sale on DNAOC website, and thanks to Matt for selling them to me, I am much happier with this option.

Door Windows:

Right, after f##<^** about with the passenger one for half the day, I have decided that trying to fit a square plug in a round hole, it would help if the windows were the correct shape to start with!!!!
As you all know, the angle on the B pillar is now further in at the top, so it stands to reason that our windows from extreme would be slightly more curved than the original pug one??
I laid my perspex on top of the pug window and lo and behold, the perspex is miles out!
I am going to attempt to induce more curvature, but if this fails will have to get some made locally, I just could not move the bottom of the window guide rail through the outer skin of the door to make it fit, plus the perspex is too thick to run up the front guide rail

JD, believe me, you would not have wanted to try this at home lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on February 07, 2016, 07:50:12 AM
Hey buddy ,good to here your on the mend and fired up again ,sounds like the windows are defo a bit of a job I'm sure between you and mickey you will get them sorted ,plenty pics for when I hav to do tones 360 Windows lol ,cheers jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 07, 2016, 04:10:20 PM
So, me and my old man, had a go at heating up and curving the windows
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 07, 2016, 04:15:32 PM
We also cut 20mm off the back edge of the window up to approx 6" in height, as this was fouling on rear door lock panel. We then double bent the scissor arms and removed the lock to save damaging the window, will refit lock after and test. The following pictures show the gaps around the window....not too bad.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 07, 2016, 04:39:10 PM
That doesn't look bad at all.
Have you got it working properly now
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on February 07, 2016, 09:01:03 PM
Well done buddy :) getting there glad your on your feet again :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on February 07, 2016, 10:32:43 PM
Nice job fella.... Is that a 'mini' fist pump I see in the bottom photo :-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on February 08, 2016, 08:28:22 AM
Looking good buddy, great job on the window ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 09, 2016, 07:44:46 PM
Nice job fella.... Is that a 'mini' fist pump I see in the bottom photo :-)

Lol no, that's my old man holding the door shut as we removed the lock mechanism to make sure we didn't scratch the window.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on February 10, 2016, 01:21:00 PM
windows looking good Alex , one job I`am not looking forward to.
cheers colin
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: offshorematt on February 10, 2016, 09:00:35 PM
Hey Alex - read over your build diary this evening, impressive stuff!

Hopefully the new CS mirrors will bolt straight on - looks like the three mounting holes should be in the right place?  They were designed to fit straight on to a real 360 so would make sense for the fitment to be identical?  Anyway best of luck with it, looks like you'll have it on the road in no time  :D 

All the best
Matt 
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 10, 2016, 09:01:31 PM
Thanks guys :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 10, 2016, 09:09:50 PM
I must of missed where you said you had new mirrors
Nice one Matey
They will look the nuts on your newly painted beauty
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 14, 2016, 04:58:02 PM
Thanks Mickey,

Well, I glued my door trims on today.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 14, 2016, 04:59:02 PM
Fitted the extreme bulkhead.......
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 14, 2016, 05:01:15 PM
Got the passenger door window working, just need to trim along the top of the window and bevel the edge to allow it to slot under the top trim, as per marked line in photo........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 14, 2016, 05:02:58 PM
If anyone says I fitted the bulkhead in the wrong way, I'm gonna kick their arses!!! Lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 14, 2016, 05:55:44 PM
Alex that bulkhead is  ..........
Haha

Have you got a photo of your door runners. How far did you have to push them back
Cheers
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on February 14, 2016, 06:25:15 PM
Very nice fella.. You will be catching me up soon!

Only 10 weeks until Stoneleigh.... 
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 14, 2016, 07:43:34 PM
Alex that bulkhead is  ..........
Haha

Have you got a photo of your door runners. How far did you have to push them back
Cheers
Mick


Hi Mickey,

I will post some when I do the drivers door.
Once the window has had the extra curve put on it, I can get away with the upright rail tight into the corner. Had to remove front runner (as per DVD) but also removed a small rubber block at the top that the window was fouling on.
Also angled/cut back the front bottom corner of the perspex, over 3", back by 10mm to stop window fouling on bottom front hinge cover inside the door.
Got to put a touch more curve on the window as it comes away from the car about 3mm still at the top. :(
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on February 14, 2016, 07:48:49 PM
Well done mate great work :)

You at home tomorrow !??
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 14, 2016, 07:55:37 PM
Well done mate great work :)

You at home tomorrow !??


In office all day mate, if u want a cuppa
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on February 14, 2016, 09:53:35 PM
Great job buddy , the rear bulk looks fab ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on February 15, 2016, 09:06:07 AM
looks great Alex, waiting to get a bulkhead so I had not seen one before ,does it consist of a few pieces ?
cheers Colin 
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 15, 2016, 09:17:11 AM
That is pretty much it Colin, i will get some ply to fit around the bottom of it down to the floor, and make up the quarterlight modules, then glue my faux leather all over it, then spray it up with Ferrari colour matched leather paint.
Havent forgotten about the challenge badges, just every time i go out there i get involved in doing something on the motor and forget!!

Sorry mate, will make the effort this weekend

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 15, 2016, 09:38:59 AM
Quote
Hi Mickey,

I will post some when I do the drivers door.
Once the window has had the extra curve put on it, I can get away with the upright rail tight into the corner. Had to remove front runner (as per DVD) but also removed a small rubber block at the top that the window was fouling on.
Also angled/cut back the front bottom corner of the perspex, over 3", back by 10mm to stop window fouling on bottom front hinge cover inside the door.
Got to put a touch more curve on the window as it comes away from the car about 3mm still at the top. :(

Cheers Matey
I am off for 8 days from tomorrow so hopefully get them done in that time  :o
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 20, 2016, 06:14:30 PM
YES!! Passenger door window done.
YES!!!, steering wheel fits with the pug 106/206/306 boss kit.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 20, 2016, 06:19:52 PM
My new stradale wing mirrors bases, are smaller than required, so, as per markings on extreme wing mirror base above, I am going to cut and bond the right hand part to the car (once carbon fibred), and butt up my stradale wing mirror to it.

Does anyone know what controls the auto up/down on door windows, fuse location etc?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on February 20, 2016, 06:25:41 PM
Well done buddy great stuff , well done on the window , but I wanna know how's the new lazy boy chairs in man cave !!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 20, 2016, 07:05:30 PM
YES!! Passenger door window done.
YES!!!, steering wheel fits with the pug 106/206/306 boss kit.


Excellent work Matey Mate
Just one little pointer about your mirror bases
If you cut that much off will it not expose too much of the rubber behind them
Still not looked at my windows again  :-[
Do you have a link or part number for the Boss kit you used ?
Cheers
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 20, 2016, 07:06:39 PM
Well done buddy great stuff , well done on the window , but I wanna know how's the new lazy boy chairs in man cave !!!

They are sweeeeeeeeeeeet :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 20, 2016, 07:21:21 PM
YES!! Passenger door window done.
YES!!!, steering wheel fits with the pug 106/206/306 boss kit.


Excellent work Matey Mate
Just one little pointer about your mirror bases
If you cut that much off will it not expose too much of the rubber behind them
Still not looked at my windows again  :-[
Do you have a link or part number for the Boss kit you used ?
Cheers
Mick

Then the stradale wing mirror, buts up to that bit, covering the remainder of the rubber.
This is the boss kit I got, I think mate
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 20, 2016, 07:31:54 PM
I didn't read your post correctly. I see what you mean now
I went and collected my mirrors back from the Hydro-Dippers yesterday.
They had them for 4 weeks and all they have done is prep and primed.
Oh well didn't pay them and bought them home
Will order the boss
Thanks
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 21, 2016, 06:11:31 PM
Found out why driver side window won't fit properly, the fibreglass door skin overhangs too much by approximately 5mm, forcing the window in too far.
Bit of bodywork methinks :)

Cheers alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 21, 2016, 07:59:41 PM
The door rubber will cover what you sand off
Won't be long until you fit that nice interior Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on February 21, 2016, 09:41:51 PM
Well done buddy ,the steering wheel looks class , like mick said the door should be a doddle and you hav got about 1/2 an inch where the rubber fits, but I'm sure you will be carefull with the new paint ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 22, 2016, 07:55:35 PM
Well done buddy ,the steering wheel looks class , like mick said the door should be a doddle and you hav got about 1/2 an inch where the rubber fits, but I'm sure you will be carefull with the new paint ,jd

Like my life depends on it mate, looking forward to finishing door windows, so I can get on with it!!!

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 02, 2016, 09:27:17 PM
How are you getting on Matey Mate
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 02, 2016, 09:56:24 PM
How are you getting on Matey Mate
Mick

Fuming mate, my old man dropped the door glass and a chip 5mm in size off top line of window, well pissed off :(
Still trying to get it to fit right...........

Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Sparx01 on March 02, 2016, 10:10:27 PM
Chin up Alex,

Dad's are often helpful but sometimes costly.

Keep up the great work.

Tone


Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 02, 2016, 10:24:39 PM
Oh no, can it not be repaired with some epoxy resin and then gently rubbed down.
Is it in a place that would be obvious to the eye.
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 02, 2016, 11:10:52 PM
Hi buddy ,if it's at the top will you be able to trim  the same amount off all the way along the top folowing the original line that way there will be no change other than the window will just go up 5mm higher ,hope that makes sense buddy ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: AIG1355 on March 03, 2016, 06:43:09 PM
Chin up Alex,

Dad's are often helpful but sometimes costly.

Keep up the great work.

Tone




Indeed, I remember when I was younger and living at home my old man snapping off a stetch bolt in the head of by beloved MG Maestro, I went mental, he wasn't expecting that.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 04, 2016, 07:07:13 AM
Hi JD, Guys
That is exactly what I have done. I opened the door, put the window up fully, tripped the door catch, so the auto closer moved the window up more,.
Then gently pushed the door to. Then marked a cut line and managed to lose the DIRTY GREAT CHIP

lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 04, 2016, 08:01:17 AM
Pleased you got it sorted buddy, really looking forward to seeing some interior pics coming together now , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 04, 2016, 09:32:46 AM
Nice one Matey Matey  ;)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on March 04, 2016, 05:34:06 PM
Well done buddy nice 1 mate
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on March 06, 2016, 10:48:52 AM
Good job Alex pleased you got it sorted mate where's the pics at ??? haha
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 06, 2016, 12:03:44 PM
Yes, good point Lee
You know the rules Alex....pictures ???

Mick  ;D
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on March 06, 2016, 05:12:32 PM
Very good point ;)

We don't believe you Alex ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 13, 2016, 06:09:44 PM
Have you started putting in the interior yet Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 13, 2016, 09:04:13 PM
Not yet matey, think I finally finished the door windows today.
And had a go with the leather paint on one of the interior bits of fibreglass
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 13, 2016, 09:24:17 PM
That's looking good Matey
Love them seats.
There are some more up on eBay at the moment but too white for me.
Will seriously consider getting some in your colour or the browny colour ones
Don't know the proper name of the colour haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 13, 2016, 11:10:50 PM
Nice one buddy , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on March 14, 2016, 07:57:35 AM
nice one Alex , you must be nearly done just in time for the weather changing
cheers colin
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Sparx01 on March 14, 2016, 07:06:18 PM
That trim looks great and those seats are bang on.

Keep those update images coming.

Tone
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 14, 2016, 07:35:43 PM
What? No one likes my slippers????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 14, 2016, 07:50:52 PM
What? No one likes my slippers????

They should of been bright red with a prancing horse on them
Haha
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Sparx01 on March 14, 2016, 09:53:46 PM
Love the slippers, as I am looking down at my identical pair. LOL
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on March 14, 2016, 10:06:50 PM
There too clean to be slippers... I are covered in mdf and P40 dust :-)   Looking good Alex.. but you better get a wiggle on as you only have 6 weeks !!!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 15, 2016, 02:57:37 PM
Cheers guys,
i have set the bottom of the window runner with tigerseal (love that stuff), and this weekend i am going to re program the window up and down limits.
then onto my wing mirrors and finally crack on with the interior.
i am going to leave the dash standard for the show (saving time), and once interior in, plan to get intake ducts and wheelarches done.

cheers

alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on March 15, 2016, 07:00:32 PM
Well done buddy :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 15, 2016, 07:48:46 PM
Yes Matey well done with the door windows
That has got to be my first job when I get her home  :-\
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 16, 2016, 08:25:55 AM
Hey buddy ,nice to speak to you again yesterday, great to know your cracking on with the car ( and it will be ready for stoneliegh ) lol as regards setting the Windows on mine

Step 1 put window up to about 1/4 of an inch off the top
2,open door and disconnect the battery leave for 5 mins
3,reconnect battery and close door ,the window should automatically go up, open door the window should drop close door it should go back up ,if it reaches the top and automatically drops again start with the window a bit more that quarter  of an inch down and repeat steps ,
Hope this works for you ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on March 16, 2016, 05:43:01 PM
That's what I was about to say ;) lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on March 16, 2016, 09:07:24 PM
I dont see any photo's !!!!   You know the rules Alex..

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 16, 2016, 09:38:55 PM
I dont see any photo's !!!!   You know the rules Alex..



Yes good point Steve
You should know better Alex
Haha
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 19, 2016, 05:35:01 PM
Well, she had her first wash today, and I checked the windows were waterproof at the same time :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 19, 2016, 05:36:52 PM
Just a couple more for the sake of it.
I am starting on door cards tomoz, so will post some more pics then.
Cheers guys,

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 19, 2016, 05:38:20 PM
Sorry, here they are lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 19, 2016, 06:01:27 PM
That's more like it  ;)
Looking good Matey
Mick

Just noticed the wing mirror, nice one  :P
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on March 19, 2016, 06:41:50 PM
woot nice job fella.. :-) looking GOOOOOOOD..
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: beamerdave2001 on March 19, 2016, 08:36:31 PM
That looks mint from the above shot what did you use to black out around the windscreen
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 19, 2016, 08:42:59 PM
That looks mint from the above shot what did you use to black out around the windscreen

Hi Dave,
That's a question for JD, but I believe it is the standard paint windscreen fitters prep the edges of windows with before bonding

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on March 19, 2016, 09:02:34 PM
Also think thats a great photo Alex. :-) upgraded to the front page.

p.s  I've removed the bucket ..
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on March 19, 2016, 11:40:43 PM
Looking the dogs mate ;) glad windows all sorted :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 20, 2016, 10:51:10 AM
Wow ,forgot how good she looked buddy nice one on the Windows , looking forward to  seeing the interior come together ,  jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 20, 2016, 05:29:48 PM
Door cards, had lots of fun with this........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 20, 2016, 05:32:50 PM
Looks like a great start buddy  ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on March 20, 2016, 05:57:10 PM
Nice 1 buddy :) looking good
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 20, 2016, 06:00:41 PM
Looking fab Matey.
You're cracking on now.
Soon be driving her around :)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on March 21, 2016, 07:56:16 AM
nice one Alex looks spot on
colin
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on March 21, 2016, 09:38:57 PM
Looking really good Alex keep up the good work you nearly there ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 23, 2016, 03:47:27 PM
Skived off work today. Got door cards almost done, ran out of leather paint!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 23, 2016, 03:50:05 PM
Also, I won my number plate!!
F36OAM for £130!!! Dvla timed auction.

Is it worth me trying to get plate registered before Stoneleigh? Thinking it might take too long.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 23, 2016, 04:04:02 PM
Awesome plate buddy ???? , mine only took 2 weeks to swop and get log book back but I guess bit depends. How busy they are . Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 23, 2016, 05:47:50 PM
Door cards are looking good Matey  :)
Excellent number plate, well done on getting that
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on March 23, 2016, 06:58:39 PM
Not sure if it's still the same, but you should be able to go into a main DVLA office and get them to swap your reg there and then.  I've not done mine yet but will do it when its on the road.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 23, 2016, 08:29:36 PM
Hi buddy further to our phone conversation page 30 and 31 for seat brackets hope they help ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on March 23, 2016, 08:42:50 PM
Great work Alex , and yeah you can just drive to Chelmsford and change it there and then :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Sparx01 on March 23, 2016, 09:34:09 PM
Looking good Alex.
congrats on the plate.

Tone
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 26, 2016, 07:51:55 AM
Thanks for the advice and comments guys, did some on her yesterday, got the roof lining in. Started off trying to fit the fibreglass extreme one, but just wasn't happy with the GINORMOUS gap at the front, and the pressure needed to get the sides in, so decided to cut my pug one to shape, this had the added benefit of the extra bit at the front, hiding the cables to my rear view mirror.
Ok, so it is grey, but I can always remove it and cover it later. (When I get my 10 cans of bradleys :))

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 26, 2016, 07:53:37 AM
My old man was helping me, and was desperate to have a play with the carbon fibre wrap, so I let him do the grab handle lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 26, 2016, 07:57:16 AM
Refitted the drivers inside door handle, and made a contraption of the link bars, so that when my electric motor opens the door, it does not have to push against the spring in the handle also.
If you look closely, you can see that the link cable from the handle is hooped round the link cable from the motor to the lock, allowing the motor to slide its link through.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 26, 2016, 08:01:01 AM
Stared on the centre console, cut out the plate where the handbrake sits (not shown in this pic), and moved it over. Hard Work!!
Going to get everything roughly right, then tack weld handbrake into position, paint up centre console etc.

Anyone know what the big unit is, that is in the way by the handbrake? Have unplugged it for the moment.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on March 26, 2016, 08:40:31 AM
nice work fella.. bet if feels good to get a step closer :-)  How did you manage to get the headlining in, didnt think it would fit through the door?

Dam, what I wouldn't give for a bit of room round mine!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 26, 2016, 09:17:00 AM
The pug one is very flexible and fitted through the door fine, the extreme one had to go in through the boot, so i had to remove bulkhead anyway.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 26, 2016, 10:26:53 AM
Wow Matey you are steaming along  :)
Well done on the headlining. Looks very neat and tidy
Are you going to retrim it or leave it
I am looking at a material called Alcantara to do mine
Are you going to use your original handbrake

She is coming along very nicely
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on March 26, 2016, 04:03:24 PM
Nice 1 buddy looking great :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on March 26, 2016, 04:38:50 PM
Looking great mate I think the unit next to the handbrake is the airbag module that you won't need anyway as you not having airbags anymore but jd might no better.
Lee ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 26, 2016, 09:16:54 PM
Looking great buddy ,like lee said it could be the air bag module if it's got a yellow wire going to it ,I'll hav a look tomorrow buddy ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 27, 2016, 08:58:08 PM
Centre console base, had to cut a rebate out of the base bracket here, so that it sat in correct position
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 27, 2016, 08:59:30 PM
Bought a new welder yesterday to do my seat brackets today, red, of course lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 27, 2016, 09:02:07 PM
Welded studs in for new handbrake position, used original stud on left, then drilled 6mm holes, pushed bolts up from below, and tacked them in place.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 27, 2016, 09:05:06 PM
This is step one, made a cardboard template of the mounts on my seat, this is uni strut that I bought from my electrical wholesaler, welded in position, test fitting my seat tomorrow!!

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on March 27, 2016, 09:34:53 PM
Nice work mate it's coming together now ready for the show ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 27, 2016, 09:39:13 PM
Looking good buddy , think the new welding mask would look awesome with a Ferrari sticker on it , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 27, 2016, 09:40:28 PM
My thoughts exactly lol

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 27, 2016, 09:45:49 PM
Great work Matey
Coming along nicely
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 28, 2016, 05:18:23 PM
Well, I test fitted my seat today, very happy, not tons of headroom, but my flat top hairdo just missed the roof lining so that's fine :)
Yesterday, I also decided to remove the gear stick top end, it was tigersealed all the way down, so after grinding, cutting, twisting and swearing at it I finally got it off.
DOWNSIDE...... The gear linkage arm came off underneath......bollox. This now means that I have to remove exhaust, unbolt gearstick housing from below and sort out linkage!!! I didn't plan THAT!
Anyway, good old dad came to the rescue and said why don't we go in through the side of the tunnel housing? Mmmmm............
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 28, 2016, 05:20:12 PM
Now, as you know, my build is powered by Pepsi......
I need some ally to replace the cast ally, I know, it's a bit of a bodge, but it will stop too much moisture getting in there and is heat resistant ;)
When I change my exhaust, I will replace it with the one off my spare pug
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on March 28, 2016, 05:26:48 PM
I also sent good ol dad over to my mates as I ran out of Unistrut, now both sides set up for the seats, celotex insulation and carpeting next, just got to tiger seal up my welding efforts etc
Also around the filler plate by the handbrake......
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on March 28, 2016, 06:00:30 PM
All the little hiccups will be forgotten about once you are driving her about  ;D
Nearly there now
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on March 28, 2016, 07:47:27 PM
Well done buddy :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on March 28, 2016, 08:53:41 PM
woot looking good fella :-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 28, 2016, 10:14:52 PM
Cracking job buddy not far away now ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on March 29, 2016, 03:22:08 PM
Lol buddy I missed the previous page about the gearstick   , so after our phone conversation I had a look back good repair ( bodge ) mate lol  like you say it will be fine till you swap it over at a later date , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 02, 2016, 08:42:29 PM
So, today, I insulated and soundproofed the floor, now........ What have I got laying around?
Celotex and expandy foam lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 02, 2016, 08:48:52 PM
Also, banged my kick plates together and fitted them :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 02, 2016, 08:58:56 PM
Love the kick plates
Do you think she will be ready for Stoneleigh Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on April 02, 2016, 09:40:33 PM
Great work Alex , love the kick plates , and what a great idea with the celotex under the seat area. Brill :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 02, 2016, 09:45:46 PM
Love the kick plates
Do you think she will be ready for Stoneleigh Matey
Mick

Yes matey, I am feeling positive at the mo :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on April 02, 2016, 11:01:55 PM
Nice work buddy ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 03, 2016, 10:12:47 AM


Yes matey, I am feeling positive at the mo :)
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Nice one
I'm really looking forward to it this year
Hopefully a good eXtreme turnout  :P
I'm going up on the Monday. Hopefully get some goodies from the stalls
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on April 03, 2016, 03:30:15 PM
Looking great Alex ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 03, 2016, 05:44:01 PM
Cheers guys,
Finally got the seats in today, who knew???, that ferrari seatbelt holders, take a Peugeot seatbelt!!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 03, 2016, 05:46:02 PM
Behind seats, gonna worry about the rest of it after show, just want to make her road legal and driveable
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 03, 2016, 05:47:23 PM
Wheel spin test successful, now confident my driveshaft extensions are strong enough :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on April 03, 2016, 07:46:00 PM
Wow it's coming together now buddy ,looks absolutely fab ,love it ,  ps you must of done a top welding job on the drive shafts buddy , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on April 03, 2016, 07:54:45 PM
Wow great work buddy looks amazeballs :)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 03, 2016, 08:21:53 PM
Looking really good Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 04, 2016, 09:05:55 PM
Got home an hour early, so decided to fit my 1 litre five cylinder ferrari lump.........................................
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 04, 2016, 09:06:48 PM
Lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on April 04, 2016, 09:34:06 PM
Flying along :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Sparx01 on April 04, 2016, 09:38:23 PM
Hey Alex,

I've seen the wheel spin marks and your kidding no one. That's a James Bond jet pack. lol

Great progress, keep the pics coming.

Tone


Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 04, 2016, 10:51:51 PM
decided to fit my 1 litre five cylinder ferrari lump.........................................

Haha nice one
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on April 05, 2016, 09:36:20 PM
looking awesome Alex.. very nice job on the seats
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on April 05, 2016, 11:43:28 PM
Looks awesome Alex coming together now mate ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on April 06, 2016, 11:17:43 AM
wow Alex i have been away for a week and cant believe how far your on , top job
cheers colin 
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 06, 2016, 06:09:56 PM
Got my car insured today, soon be on the road :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on April 06, 2016, 06:21:57 PM
Awesome nearly ready for the show ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on April 07, 2016, 07:36:41 AM
How much did that cost fella.. and which company did you go with in the end, if you dont mind me asking?  IT will be time to do mine soon...

BTW, cars looking great ;-)  Are you going both days at Stoneleigh?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 07, 2016, 08:27:04 AM
Hi Steve, it was around £388.00 for 10k miles, 30k value, with Adrian Flux.
Including Breakdown, excess protection, windscreen, keys,legal protection,courtesy vehicle etc.
I had to insure it as a Ferrari 360 Replica.
I am planning to do both days, going up early on Sunday morning :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 08, 2016, 01:22:08 PM
Think I have sussed the indicator problem, my current bulbs are 5w at the front, pug are standard 21w, so I have ordered the 21w version.
Anyone agree with this as the solution?

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on April 08, 2016, 01:45:36 PM
If they are flashing fast then yes. You can either add a resistor or a higher wattage bulb. ;-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 08, 2016, 06:11:43 PM
If they are flashing fast then yes. You can either add a resistor or a higher wattage bulb. ;-)
wHAT RESISTANCE WOULD YOU ADD TO CORRECT A 5W - 21W DIFFERENCE?
I have 1k resistors kicking around.....

Sorry, caps lock on :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 10, 2016, 06:26:51 PM
Had a little play with the engine bay today........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on April 10, 2016, 07:40:39 PM
That looks mint with the side panels in buddy , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on April 10, 2016, 08:25:54 PM
Nice 1 buddy , full steam ahaed :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on April 10, 2016, 09:26:25 PM
Looks great mate I wish mine was that close haha
Thanks
Lee
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 10, 2016, 09:30:22 PM
You love a tin can in this build haha  ;)
That frame looks like real Aluminium, what paint have you used
Are they OEM side panels Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 10, 2016, 10:26:31 PM
Hi Mickey,

The same paint that I used foor the door cards, the side panels are the fibreglass ones from extreme :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: colin on April 11, 2016, 09:31:36 AM
looking good Alex cant be long now !
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 14, 2016, 12:41:33 PM
looking good Alex cant be long now !

Thanks colin, finally got my stradale badges!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 14, 2016, 01:11:07 PM
They look OEM
I'll buy one if not already sold Matey
Let me know by text, pm or phone Matey Mate  :D
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on April 14, 2016, 10:33:23 PM
Nice 1 buddy how's the build looking ? Need a pic fix .
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 360brian on April 15, 2016, 09:47:29 AM
Also, banged my kick plates together and fitted them :)

I love how these kick plates have come out. They look like genuine Ferrari, surely not the old 406 ones resprayed?

Tell me about them
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 16, 2016, 07:37:56 AM
Hi Brian,
Yep, the old pug ones, I pulled the peugeot strip out of the centre channel, (lightly glued in), rubbed it all down, cut to size, then etch primered it, and painted silver.
Then stuck my Ferrari Decal on, then lacquered over the top.
It was that easy!!

Going to source some new ones after the show, do the same thing, but stick a Challenge Stradale script in there next time :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 16, 2016, 07:40:58 AM
Hi guys,

Decided to take the week off work next week, to get all the bits finished on her for the show.
I am really having trouble finding a mobile tuning guy, as they all shy away from the V6 3litre pug engine for some reason.......

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 20, 2016, 06:09:31 PM
General photos..........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 20, 2016, 06:10:46 PM
More.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on April 20, 2016, 06:16:59 PM
That looks fab buddy , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 20, 2016, 06:18:39 PM
Beautiful Matey Mate
The interior looks just as good as the exterior
Well done with the transformation
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 20, 2016, 06:23:36 PM
So, yesterday, I decided to start her up and run her up to temperature, but she overheated rapidly.
I ordered a new thermostat and fitted this morning, no difference.
I then used my parts car, and swapped the radiator and radiator reservior (the radiator cap wasn't sealing correctly and the D9 cap is different, so was quicker to swap the lot).

No better, I can only assume it's the water pump, so ordered one from car spares in Clacton (around £40...not bad)
Will be fitting this tomorrow, any further ideas anyone??

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 20, 2016, 06:35:05 PM
Could be. I did mine along with the timing belt. Might be worth you doing that if you haven't already done it
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on April 20, 2016, 06:50:23 PM
Hey buddy just make sure she's bleed properly they can be a pain  and I assume both fans are working ? Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 20, 2016, 06:59:59 PM
Only one, and it starts 10 seconds after I start the motor.........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 20, 2016, 07:14:05 PM
Does the other fan not come on when she gets up to temperature
As JD said it may have to be bled
Set the heater control to hot and have the blower on
If it blows cold then you need to bleed it
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 20, 2016, 08:34:05 PM
Does the other fan not come on when she gets up to temperature
As JD said it may have to be bled
Set the heater control to hot and have the blower on
If it blows cold then you need to bleed it

I bleed it by opening the bleed valve on the top of the rad. But my heater matrix doesn't work and has been bypassed, until I can remove the complete dash and swap it out :(

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on April 20, 2016, 09:22:41 PM
Not as simple as just the thermostat is it mate ?? You checked that , Right !!! ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 20, 2016, 09:27:48 PM
I normally use a 2 litre coke or lemonade bottle to bled a car. Cut the bottom off of it and put the filler end into the expansion tank. Then fill it up with your coolant.
The head of the water will then be a lot higher and helps push the air round and out the system
Hope you sort it and it is something simple to fix Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on April 20, 2016, 11:06:16 PM
Sounds like air in the system to me mate there a a couple of bleed points one on the rad one on the heater matrix pipes & I'm sure there's one in the thermostat housing make sure you have coolant coming out of all 3 otherwise you will do a head gasket
Thanks
Lee
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 21, 2016, 08:00:11 AM
Sounds like air in the system to me mate there a a couple of bleed points one on the rad one on the heater matrix pipes & I'm sure there's one in the thermostat housing make sure you have coolant coming out of all 3 otherwise you will do a head gasket
Thanks
Lee


Hi Lee,
When I put the stat housing back on, there was an Allen bolt that appeared to have no function near the top, so I assume that must be it :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 21, 2016, 07:53:24 PM
Any luck Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on April 22, 2016, 01:48:33 PM
Come on Alex... you sorted it yet or set it on fire?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 22, 2016, 02:31:35 PM
Come on Alex... you sorted it yet or set it on fire?

Drove it into a wall at 80mph and claimed on my insurance.................
Currently in traction lol, see you at Stoneleigh

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on April 22, 2016, 08:25:04 PM
Yes that's the bleed screw Alex did you get it sorted?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 22, 2016, 08:26:53 PM
Anyway, been working on her again today, and have used a low tech solution to my indicators flashing too fast, I tagged a 21w bulb across the indicators, hey presto,it works!!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 22, 2016, 08:30:31 PM
Yes that's the bleed screw Alex did you get it sorted?

I extended the radiator reservior tank hoses, so I could hold it up about a foot above the engine, also, shortened the filler pipe that I originally extended from original rad reservior position, then jacked one side of car up, opened all bleed valves, removed thermostat completely, and all seems to be working now.........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 22, 2016, 08:33:44 PM
Fingers crossed you have sorted it Matey
Have you darkened your door window ?
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 22, 2016, 08:33:55 PM
Also, replaced rear brake pads and installed support struts at rear scoop to sturdy it up and stop it flapping about. (Not worthy of a pic).
Got the mobile tune up guy coming tomorrow to plug in his diagnostic machine, and check she is running to her best ability, will book her in for cam belt and water pump, when I get back from show.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 22, 2016, 08:35:38 PM
Fingers crossed you have sorted it Matey
Have you darkened your door window ?
Mick

I think, can't remember, that JD got them done for me.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 22, 2016, 08:37:27 PM
I like it  :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 23, 2016, 08:54:06 PM
Ran the car for half an hour today,all seems good, the fan kicked in regularly, there is a bit of smoke where a very small oil leak drips onto inlet manifold, but no biggie.
Plan to take it for a short run tomorrow to fill up with fuel.
Rubbed and repainted the centre console today......
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on April 23, 2016, 10:32:43 PM
Pleased you sorted Alex see you at stoneleigh ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on April 24, 2016, 09:45:36 AM
Looking good buddy , pleased you got her sorted  enjoy your ride out and the attention you will get ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 24, 2016, 03:22:12 PM
Nice one Matey  :)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 24, 2016, 08:17:26 PM
Today, I did a bit more on the fake engine, chucked some soundproofing underneath, took her out for a 10 mile run with my old man, ran ok, temperature stayed under 100 degrees, tried to locate the fault on my petrol gauge, no luck, checked every fuse in the car, may just order a new sender unit, when I have some money next.
Overall, a nice drive, but will need to get shocks set up properly and tuning done (mobile guy didn't turn up), the only let down, was the exhaust, which I will change later.

See you all at Stoneleigh, Allah be Praised

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 24, 2016, 08:58:30 PM
Glad it ran ok Matey
I bet you both had grins from ear to ear
How many looks did you get
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on April 24, 2016, 09:09:40 PM
Nice 1 mate , great you had it out, shame about mobile guy:(   

I have a old fuel tank from pug here, with sender in it , if you wanna grab it ??? .
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on April 26, 2016, 10:14:30 PM
How you getting on mate ??
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on April 26, 2016, 10:38:48 PM
Great Alex can't wait for stoneleigh ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 27, 2016, 06:59:22 AM
How you getting on mate ??

Haven't had time to look at her since the weekend, will give her a clean and check fluid levels on Saturday, but that's about it now.

See you all there!

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 27, 2016, 08:38:03 PM
I just remembered, there was a second pipe from the tank, which I blocked up with tigerseal....... So that'll be the breather pipe then, another job to do when I get her home ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on April 27, 2016, 10:24:36 PM
Have you tried filling her up with fuel Alex since you have blocked that breather ?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 28, 2016, 07:04:25 AM
Have you tried filling her up with fuel Alex since you have blocked that breather ?

Oh yes..... Very embarrassing at the petrol station, had to trickle it in lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 28, 2016, 10:17:59 AM
Haha did you block it up on purpose  :o
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 28, 2016, 08:38:23 PM
Haha did you block it up on purpose  :o

I did, as I didn't know what it was for, and didn't want fuel pumping out of it lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 28, 2016, 08:48:16 PM
Did an hour round trip in her today, had to stop half way to my office to let her cool down, 110degrees, STOP warning light up etc.
Had a coffee, whiz and cigarette break at the garage, then got back ok.
Only the one fan was working, but after an hour on her this evening, I found it was a bad connection at the rear of the fan behind the condenser rad.
Pulled it out, squirted wd40 and put back in, all good now, so hopefully, it's goodbye to the overheating issues, yay!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 28, 2016, 08:53:40 PM
Oh, got tracking done, and middle silencer removed as well, shout out to my buddies at ATS Clacton :) :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on April 28, 2016, 08:58:26 PM
Awesome Alex seya at the show ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 28, 2016, 09:41:42 PM
Has it made much difference to the sound, having the silencer removed. I was thinking of removing mine to give me a little bit more clearance, as the centre silencer catches when I drive off and on my drive  :(
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 28, 2016, 10:02:14 PM
Has it made much difference to the sound, having the silencer removed. I was thinking of removing mine to give me a little bit more clearance, as the centre silencer catches when I drive off and on my drive  :(
Mick

Oh yes, much happier with the sound, a bit more raspy now :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 29, 2016, 08:11:55 PM
Looks like I'll be getting my cutting discs and welder back out then  ;)
See you Monday Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on April 29, 2016, 10:26:48 PM
Nice 1 mate , glad it's all sorted and running well :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on May 14, 2016, 07:25:05 AM
Hey Alex.. how are you getting on?  I'm guessing loving the attention?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 14, 2016, 08:25:35 AM
Didn't know I had so many friends lol
I am taking her out tomorrow with my mark one escort buddies for a local breakfast meeting, then mothballing her for a couple of months whilst I finish building her new home :)
Really leaning towards the air ride suzzies now, and am going to make it more of a workshop than a showroom now, as I want (can't have yet), a 2 post ramp in there
Still working on the missus for that one, lots of mowing, hoovering to do methinks hehe
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 16, 2016, 06:33:44 PM
Just wanted to say.... Chris430, you are my hero lol
Thanks for the instrument binnacle, swapped it out with mine, now I have oil temp, fuel gauge, speedo YAYYY!! Now I don't have to drop the fuel tank and mess about with the sender unit.
Also taken the genuine ferrari footplate off its carpet, and will be treating it with brick cleaner acid, to see if it brings it back to its former glory.
Also, thanks for the loan of the rear quarter window interior trims, so I can use them to make a template to link up with my bulkhead when I get a mo.
Just thinking about that, I will attempt to make the shape out of perspex, as it is easy to bend, cut, glue etc, then just cover with leather fabric and paint rear black.....sound do-able??

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on May 16, 2016, 11:38:59 PM
Alex your welcome , just don't be thinking of swapping the oem parts for ya make up bits ;)

Glad cluster works,

Can you not just use wood like Micky an Jd ???

Also think I should bring host over , and rip that lump out sat morn , ready for ya man ?? Then you can also clean up engine and box and engine bay , once his done drop it back in , then call him out set up ??

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 17, 2016, 09:48:08 PM
Took my car out with my escort mates Sunday morning to local cafe...... Turned into a mini car show lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on May 17, 2016, 09:54:45 PM
Been putting a tow bar on her Alex ????????????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 17, 2016, 10:27:12 PM
Been putting a tow bar on her Alex ????????????

Could you imagine the looks from people if you was to tow a caravan
Haha priceless
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on May 17, 2016, 10:31:50 PM
Nice one buddy ????,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 18, 2016, 07:01:09 AM
Been putting a tow bar on her Alex ????????????

It was a long way to my local cafe, what's a man to do?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 18, 2016, 06:45:16 PM
Hi guys,

Have posted a you tube video of my country road drive here:

http://youtu.be/aMb1hl4gJTw

That's the dash cam in the Mark One escort following me

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: dman1409 on May 18, 2016, 09:14:50 PM
That is insane mate!!! Woooo

I was windering... In about 3 weeks i make a trip to essex to pick up a rear glass and a windscreen in essex... Can i come over and check out your build in the flesh!?

Cheers!

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 18, 2016, 09:21:15 PM
That is insane mate!!! Woooo

I was windering... In about 3 weeks i make a trip to essex to pick up a rear glass and a windscreen in essex... Can i come over and check out your build in the flesh!?

Cheers!



Of course you can mate, will pm you my mobile number, and text me nearer the time

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: dman1409 on May 18, 2016, 10:08:29 PM
That is insane mate!!! Woooo

I was windering... In about 3 weeks i make a trip to essex to pick up a rear glass and a windscreen in essex... Can i come over and check out your build in the flesh!?

Cheers!



Ahhhh that is great! Thanx!


Of course you can mate, will pm you my mobile number, and text me nearer the time

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 20, 2016, 08:06:14 PM
Well, the missus got her new sofa today, so you know what that means?
Old sofa, leather donor!!!!

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 20, 2016, 10:26:47 PM
What have you got planned for the reclaimed leather Matey
Shame the video you put up wasn't a better quality and had sound but still looked good
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 21, 2016, 07:31:49 AM
What have you got planned for the reclaimed leather Matey
Shame the video you put up wasn't a better quality and had sound but still looked good
Mick

I am using it on my door cards, bulkhead and quarter light pods, then spraying it with bradleys ferrari creme leather paint. The faux leather I used was just too thin and doesn't "feel" right.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 21, 2016, 08:56:45 AM
It's going to look the biz with all that cream leather  :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 22, 2016, 08:04:05 AM
Try this link to my escort buddies upload?

https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1735758086666573&id=100006971955087

Think it was better, but forgot to turn my bloomin indicator off!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 22, 2016, 09:01:09 AM
She looks very graceful driving down the road  :P
I bet you was grinning from ear to ear
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on May 22, 2016, 10:12:32 AM
Looks great buddy , like mick said I bet you had a big grin on your face  :) :), jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 22, 2016, 04:45:17 PM
Very big grin, and a little bit of drool too methinks lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on May 22, 2016, 08:50:45 PM
Looks like you were leaving that old escort for dead lol looks great ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 360brian on May 30, 2016, 10:23:36 AM
Just wondering if your overheating issues were fixed, as you expected (I assume so)?

Coming back from a car show yesterday (driving like an old man, no traffic jams, 45min trip on M-way), my engine temp went to 110 and the STOP warning light came on. The AC doesnt appear to function and I was messing with the controls, had it switched on, also one of the fans seems to be a bit slow, could be a dodgy connection like you had. I'll probably fit a manual fan override, so I have full control of the fans at all times

Did an hour round trip in her today, had to stop half way to my office to let her cool down, 110degrees, STOP warning light up etc.
Had a coffee, whiz and cigarette break at the garage, then got back ok.
Only the one fan was working, but after an hour on her this evening, I found it was a bad connection at the rear of the fan behind the condenser rad.
Pulled it out, squirted wd40 and put back in, all good now, so hopefully, it's goodbye to the overheating issues, yay!

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 30, 2016, 01:02:37 PM
Hi Brian,
No,I haven't sorted the overheating issues yet, as I plan to change out my heater matrix shortly.
However, after much discussion and research, I have decided that it is down to not having enough air through the rad at higher constant speed.
I have just ordered a front splitter for a transit custom (£109 from EBay), and will look to see if this can be adapted to fit my car, with a return curve to help force more air through my radiator.
Also, after speaking with the GOD of extreme kit cars (that's you JD, don't deny it lol), it was also a good idea to remove the A/C and condenser rad, allowing easier flow of air through the rad.
I can always open my windows if it gets too hot.

I am currently finishing building my ferraris new home, and got fencing to do to keep Mrs Alex360 happy, then strip the sports exhaust off my spare donor and the heater matrix, before finally getting to work on mine again.

Hope the ideas above help you and other builders, and I will post updates as I go.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 30, 2016, 01:09:09 PM
Here's the link to the transit front splitter

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=322015073838&globalID=EBAY-GB

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 30, 2016, 03:13:53 PM
Ferrari home update.....
Got the ceiling in, fitted the right hand side bank of 4 led light panels, cladded the rest of the exterior ready for black shiplap, then crashed out with man-flu.
Apparently, a woman about to give birth can almost understand the pain we have to put up with when we get man flu.....................

Cheers
Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 30, 2016, 03:19:36 PM
Look at all that room. Enough for a nice 355 or Lambo  ;)
Haha

Going back to your overheating problem, have you seen this
http://www.kitcarz.co.uk/?p=746 (http://www.kitcarz.co.uk/?p=746)

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 30, 2016, 03:42:20 PM
Look at all that room. Enough for a nice 355 or Lambo  ;)
Haha

Going back to your overheating problem, have you seen this
http://www.kitcarz.co.uk/?p=746 (http://www.kitcarz.co.uk/?p=746)

Mick

Hi mate,
Yes, I saw this before, only thing is, you don't think you are going to have temp probs, until the car is back, painted, and on the road!! Lol
I didn't fancy making one from scratch, filling/bonding/painting etc, so measured the width of front end against transit custom, and it wasn't that far out, so will let you know how it goes, as I wanted it to be a bolt on/off solution.
Still debating about cutting the extra intakes in the centre, just want to try anything(!!!), else first :)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on May 30, 2016, 11:16:59 PM
Garage is looking mint buddy ,???????????? a lick of paint on the inside and a sofa and that's my q to pop down lol ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: dman1409 on May 31, 2016, 12:11:23 AM
Wooo thats a nice garage!!! Looks great! Nice space to work in especially with the large windows!!

Cheers
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 01, 2016, 08:44:05 PM
Question guys:

I accidentally bought the wrong lip spoiler for our works ford transit custom (errrrmmm lol)
£109 off EBay, haven't cut it about yet, want your input.
Should I widen it? / paint it red?, move it forwards/backwards?
Have three support rods, 2 support rods and remove centre mount.
Remove all mounts, and fit the support rods from bumper straight onto a flat surface?

Going to fit black curved board on rear to force air into the radiator, so you will only see black where the gap is in the centre later :)

Your comments much appreciated

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on June 01, 2016, 08:49:33 PM
My opinion
I would widen it
Remove the mounting bits in the middle
And move it back so that it only sticks out about 25mm from the bumper lip all the way round

But it is going to look great  :)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 01, 2016, 08:51:49 PM
Thanks mate, keep it black?
Oh, and got my number plate officially changed today to F36 O AM

Sweeeet
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on June 01, 2016, 09:03:45 PM
Hi buddy I think if you do 2 cuts about where the end of the no plate is where the curve of the splitter is  in a straight line from the back of the splitter to about 1/2and inch off the front of the splitter then that should allow you to move the middle bit back and at the same time the outer bits will widen out , hope that makes sense buddy. , jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on June 01, 2016, 09:17:28 PM
Thanks mate, keep it black?

Yes Matey  :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on June 01, 2016, 09:55:54 PM
That will look the mutts nuts when you get it sorted Alex & defo keep it black ????????????????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: dman1409 on June 01, 2016, 11:45:02 PM
Hi buddy I think if you do 2 cuts about where the end of the no plate is where the curve of the splitter is  in a straight line from the back of the splitter to about 1/2and inch off the front of the splitter then that should allow you to move the middle bit back and at the same time the outer bits will widen out , hope that makes sense buddy. , jd


Yeah I second that!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 02, 2016, 09:02:18 PM
I think that's a great idea, but I will probably do the cuts where the pointy bits are, that way, the centre piece stays straight. :)
Tell you what though, it beats making one from scratch!

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 360brian on June 05, 2016, 03:34:12 AM
Good link, thanks.

My engine temp seems to have settled since I avoided using the aircon. However, driving home this eve on a 20 min trip on the M-way, my temp gauge hit 110, and the STOP light came on. I was keeping the revs and stress on the engine low. Let ot cool and had to stop 3 more times on the way back. Not good.

My immediate plan is to:
1/ remove the AC rad (condenser) completely to increase air flow through the main rad
2/ clean the fan terminals and ensure they're working effectively
3/ Try and improve the hot air escape route inside the engine bay, it has nowhere to go, the top of the bay is just like an oven
There are two holes to the sides of the wheel arches from the bay, one idea is to fit small 3 or 4" 12v bilge duct fans plus flexible duct to the hot spot. Another is to cut the bonnet to allow the air to escape, but I dont want to do that.

Unusually, my bonnet opens from the rear, the next time I overheat, I'll try driving with it propped open, and see if I can draw the hot air off that way.

Clearly the little slit at the front to allow air into the rad is woefully inadequate. The fan shroud helps focus fan air to the face of the rad, but seems to restrict dynamic air flow as the car moves through the air, so this needs attention IMHO, or fit high performance after market fans with no shroud.

Wondering if these extreme 360s are used that much by their owners, as I'd have thought this issue would have cropped up much more, especially in summer months and in the UK, which has heavier traffic than where I am.

I'll post this as a new topic

B

Look at all that room. Enough for a nice 355 or Lambo  ;)
Haha

Going back to your overheating problem, have you seen this
http://www.kitcarz.co.uk/?p=746 (http://www.kitcarz.co.uk/?p=746)

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 11, 2016, 05:52:45 PM
So, today I started on my wheel arch liners, thank you to 4u2nv for donating them :)
Firstly, I offered them up and trimmed to fit where necessary, then got fixings into the original,arch metal where I could with the plastic wheel arch fixings.
There was no support by the wing edge to keep it in place, and I didn't want to have a bar across from the wing to the inner wing as I wanted to keep the front clip removal as simple as possible.
So I used "bandit strap", wonderful stuff.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 11, 2016, 05:53:55 PM
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Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 11, 2016, 05:57:12 PM
I managed to pick up a fixing off the battery tray on nsf, and off bottom of water bottle on osf.
Then fitted my black wheels on. Just one more arch to do tomorrow
P.s. Wheel is hanging in the air in this pic ;)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 11, 2016, 06:01:07 PM
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Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on June 11, 2016, 06:16:00 PM
Nice one buddy ,I wondered if you were going to swop the wheels  ,looking good ,and is that a new garage door fitted I see ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on June 11, 2016, 06:51:16 PM
Looks like a nice clean job Matey
Well done
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 11, 2016, 09:01:44 PM
Nice one buddy ,I wondered if you were going to swop the wheels  ,looking good ,and is that a new garage door fitted I see ,jd

Yes mate, wanted a roller shutter with insulation in it, it also compresses together once shut, so my garage should be toasty in the winter. Make - Gliderol
I much prefer my black wheels, but think there may be a coupl of slow punctures, so a trip to ATS next week methinks.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on June 12, 2016, 01:35:00 PM
Looks good Alex & that garage is huge haha
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 12, 2016, 03:02:22 PM
Looks good Alex & that garage is huge haha
That's what all my women say lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on June 12, 2016, 03:04:04 PM
Finished wheel arch liners today, put my final wheel on, cleaned it up and then put my " trims4rims" around it
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: dman1409 on June 12, 2016, 06:58:43 PM
Bad ass rims mate!!

Regarding het wheel arche liners: arent they blocking the air flow? Oem ones have ventilation slits in them for cooling the brakes... Yours being all closed up might prevent aditional air flow for cooling the engine, no??
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on June 12, 2016, 08:22:17 PM
I'm a big fan of Black wheels  :P  :P  :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on June 14, 2016, 12:10:29 PM
I love the black wheels.. but then my Murci has something very similar :-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2016, 03:24:33 PM
Bad ass rims mate!!

Regarding het wheel arche liners: arent they blocking the air flow? Oem ones have ventilation slits in them for cooling the brakes... Yours being all closed up might prevent aditional air flow for cooling the engine, no??

Hi dman,
It was an urgent issue to get them fitted as the wheels were throwing gravel between the inner wing and the door causing damage.
I will be cutting access grills in at a later date, (not going any where for the foreseeable, so braking not required lol)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2016, 03:26:09 PM
Had a busy couple of days, with my mate getting garage floor level, so I can fit my 2 post lift.
I mixed 4 tonnes of concrete yesterday....... #knackered :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2016, 03:27:20 PM
And a pic of my 360 waiting to get in!!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 02, 2016, 04:09:53 PM
Blinky blimey Matey that looks like a proper showroom
Very very nice  :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on July 02, 2016, 07:56:24 PM
Looking forward to seeing this finished buddy ,I'll be your first visitor for a cuppa lol Jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on July 02, 2016, 08:22:08 PM
Love the plate Alex nd ya garage is looking awesome ????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: dman1409 on July 03, 2016, 12:06:17 AM
Looking forward to seeing this finished buddy ,I'll be your first visitor for a cuppa lol Jd

Then u gotta go before the 23rd mate!!!!  ;D
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 21, 2016, 07:02:30 PM
Did you manage to do anything with the Transit front splitter Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 17, 2016, 10:52:48 AM
Hi Guys,

Been really busy at work, Mickey, I haven't had a chance to look any further at the splitter yet, but outside of garage finished, took the car to ATS yesterday and got a slow puncture repaired, also got the rear exhaust lifted by cutting a few inches off my home made y piece, so doesn't scrape on the ground so much now :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 17, 2016, 10:55:07 AM
P.S.
Still got a small oil drip at back of engine that drips onto the manifold, so she smokes out the back of her bonnet, which is a nightmare to get to.
Also still have squeak from fan belt pulley, am certain now that it is not the belt but the bearings in the tension pulley, so will have to sort that too
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 24, 2016, 08:36:47 PM
Finally got the outside of my ferrari home finished!!!
Just got to plasterboard and paint the inside now ;)

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on September 24, 2016, 09:51:51 PM
Looks fab buddy just needs a Ferrari logo on the front somewhere   , can't wait to see the inside when done ????, jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: dman1409 on September 25, 2016, 12:20:03 AM
Wooo looks soo good mate!! Did you remove the old blue pug in front of your house? Looks all clean now!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on September 25, 2016, 08:14:26 AM
Well done Matey Mate, that looks the biz  ;)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on September 25, 2016, 01:30:40 PM
Wooo looks soo good mate!! Did you remove the old blue pug in front of your house? Looks all clean now!

Cheers guys, no the pug is on left of picture out of frame. Moving it shortly down back garden into the wilderness, so parts are there if I need them :)
Getting the plasterboard ink done this week and painted, then getting second kit car over to mine, ready to be rubbed down for re spray.......

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Lee355 on September 25, 2016, 11:30:18 PM
Looks great Alex how's the progress on the car ?
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 09, 2016, 03:32:16 PM
Looks great Alex how's the progress on the car ?

Hello mate,
Nothing done on car yet as still finishing garage off, almost there now, just floor and electrics to finish now.....
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 09, 2016, 03:33:16 PM
Oh, and Ferrari decals and pictures of course :)

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on October 09, 2016, 05:31:18 PM
Hey buddy that looks fantastic , can't wait to see the finishing touches  :) :) :) jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 09, 2016, 06:13:45 PM
Thx JD,

And a sneak preview of my next project for the missus........

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on October 09, 2016, 08:33:15 PM
Love the Ferrari House. Will look the nuts when you sweep the floor haha
Looks like a proper showroom
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: dman1409 on October 12, 2016, 10:49:13 PM
Wooo great skill mate!!great job!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: CdRsKuLL on October 17, 2016, 08:00:38 AM
Alex, is your car all sorted now, I remember reading you needed to do a couple of jobs on her?   Love the new workshop :-)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on October 17, 2016, 11:58:31 PM
Looking sweet Al :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on October 31, 2016, 06:54:18 PM
Alex, is your car all sorted now, I remember reading you needed to do a couple of jobs on her?   Love the new workshop :-)

Hi Guys,

I plan to work on her over the winter in a nice warm garage :)

Cheers

Al
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on December 25, 2016, 10:02:03 AM
Merry Christmas everyone, sorry I havent been very active lately, but been doing mad hours at work, 0430 - 1900 most days.
Got let down on some fake discs I was waiting for, but been refunded and now need to source somewhere local to get some made up, that way I can keep on their arse and pester them til it's done lol
I am in a quandary as to whether I should pull the engine out and get it sorted, or leave as is so that I know I will make Stoneleigh.
Time is flying past, and I worry that I might not get her back together in time, (with work as it is at mo)

JD, I am supposed to be doing a job in Newcastle very soon for a couple days, so will try to pop in and drop brillo's cluster fascia off to you.

Mickey, really exicited for you mate, won't be long now buddy

Cheers

Alex360

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on December 25, 2016, 01:05:00 PM
Look forward to it buddy , jd
Happy Christmas ????????????
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on December 25, 2016, 05:45:07 PM
What's up with your Engine Matey
Is the engine in your other 406 not a V6
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Brillo on December 25, 2016, 07:54:31 PM
Merry Christmas everyone, sorry I havent been very active lately, but been doing mad hours at work, 0430 - 1900 most days.
Got let down on some fake discs I was waiting for, but been refunded and now need to source somewhere local to get some made up, that way I can keep on their arse and pester them til it's done lol
I am in a quandary as to whether I should pull the engine out and get it sorted, or leave as is so that I know I will make Stoneleigh.
Time is flying past, and I worry that I might not get her back together in time, (with work as it is at mo)

JD, I am supposed to be doing a job in Newcastle very soon for a couple days, so will try to pop in and drop brillo's cluster fascia off to you.

Mickey, really exicited for you mate, won't be long now buddy

Cheers
Thanks Alex forgot all about that.
Just need drivers door card and I'm happy, hint, hint, if anyone has one.
Cheers
Brillo

Alex360


Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 16, 2017, 10:21:39 AM
How's it going Matey Mate
Did you get your fake brakes sorted
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on February 17, 2017, 08:43:38 AM
How's it going Matey Mate
Did you get your fake brakes sorted
Mick

No mate, given up at mo, too busy at work.
Saw your motor last week at JDs..... looking good buddy
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on February 17, 2017, 09:31:26 AM
Contact Lacie, he had some made up, he may have contact details for them  ;)
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 11, 2017, 07:53:11 AM
Hi guys,
Quick update, have started stripping down my engine to get to the bottom of these oil leaks, currently taking off the rocker covers to see if this is where the leak at the rear is from, once I have resealed these I will run up the engine and check, if not, it will be a head removal!!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 11, 2017, 07:56:11 AM
Also decided to fit new plugs, but found puddles of oil round each one, should I gasket seal the spark plug cover module to prevent this in future, or do you think it will affect the earthing of the plugs and therefore engine performance

Comments appreciated

Al360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 11, 2017, 08:50:58 AM
Bloody 'ell, hello stranger  ;D
Haha

Are you sure that the oil round the plugs is not from spilt oil from careless oil filling
If not, sounds to me like a cover gasket gone and not a reason for head removal
Fingers crossed Matey

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 11, 2017, 04:55:18 PM
Hi Mickey,

Took the rear spark plug bank off....... FULL of oil!!
Have spent all day resealing rocker covers, put it all back together, and guess what?

The one at the back leaks ffs - gotta do it again, hopefully got the afternoon off tomorrow with my helper Wayne lol
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 360brian on April 11, 2017, 06:13:14 PM
Can I ask how easy it is to get at the spark plugs? I heard on the 3L V6 they wear out much faster than other cars, I'm guessing the rear bank is a right pain to get to. Need to do mine.

Nice reg you have on there!
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 11, 2017, 08:39:34 PM
Here you go Matey
I don't know if this is of any help
http://www.google.co.uk/url?q=http://www.406coupeclub.org/Files/HowToGuides/Rocker%2520Cover%2520-%2520Resealing%2520on%2520a%2520ES9J4%2520V6%2520engine.pdf&sa=U&ved=0ahUKEwiywd_vkp3TAhUJI8AKHY1ADuYQFggTMAM&usg=AFQjCNHZHxxVf5CXNMp6SkQOsmlYnNxPJg (http://www.google.co.uk/url?q=http://www.406coupeclub.org/Files/HowToGuides/Rocker%2520Cover%2520-%2520Resealing%2520on%2520a%2520ES9J4%2520V6%2520engine.pdf&sa=U&ved=0ahUKEwiywd_vkp3TAhUJI8AKHY1ADuYQFggTMAM&usg=AFQjCNHZHxxVf5CXNMp6SkQOsmlYnNxPJg)

Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 12, 2017, 07:45:23 PM
Did you manage to sort the oil leak Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 14, 2017, 08:56:05 PM
Hi Mickey, second time round, I went to pug main dealer and paid £45(!!!!), for the recommended gasket sealant by loctite.
No more leaks!!
Yay
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 14, 2017, 09:07:13 PM
So, after days of trawling the web for replacement or upgraded breather pipes, I realised that unless I want some from a scrappy it wasn't happening.
Decided to use hose pipe and gasket sealant to repair the existing ones.

Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 14, 2017, 09:15:08 PM
That's £45 well spent though Matey Mate
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 14, 2017, 09:16:49 PM
Guess so buddy, at least it's sorted now, here's a pic of the breather pipe repair bodge
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 14, 2017, 09:21:30 PM
If it does the job then who cares what it looks like. Are you able to still fit the cover on the engine or does it fail on the bonnet
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 15, 2017, 03:54:42 PM
Yep, the cover still fits mate :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on April 17, 2017, 02:09:22 PM
Front splitter project........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on April 17, 2017, 04:26:46 PM
That looks aggresive. Will look the nuts when finished
I would keep it black as well  :P
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 20, 2017, 01:45:54 PM
Ok, so bit the bullet and yanked the engine, will keep you updated on my progress.
Just spent nigh on £750 in seals, clutch, cam belt etc, so she should be a nice reliable motor when done.
Also found some cracks in the top of the exhaust down pipe where it meets the flexible bracket, so will get that welded up.
I have decided to cut out the bent up piece of panel that holds the bottom of the radiator and am replacing it with 3x1 box section.

Cheers

Alex360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on May 20, 2017, 01:48:04 PM
In fact, if you zoom in on the exhaust at rear you can see the sooty black crack in the pic!!
Oh, and obviously, I am going to clean out the engine bay and paint it up with shutz or similar. :)
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on May 20, 2017, 02:43:22 PM
' Flippin eck Tucker ' you mean business  ;D
At least it will be all done and peace of mind Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2017, 07:43:39 PM
Hi Guys,
Little update..... My original mechanic let me down, so managed to rope an old friend in who has worked all over the globe on all types of engines, (stroke of luck!!!)
Some of the leaks on the gasket covers have been explained by the fact that the bolts have threaded out of the ally head.
We drilled the head out to 6.5mm diameter and installed 6mm heli coils - sorted
Timing locked off and cam belt removed, water pump replaced, cam sprockets removed and cam carriers resealed and rocker covers resealed.
More next week..........
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2017, 07:45:11 PM
2.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on July 02, 2017, 07:49:29 PM
3.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on July 03, 2017, 07:27:54 PM
Good job buddy nice to see you making some progress ,soon be up and running bat this rate  :) jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on July 05, 2017, 01:55:24 PM
Looks like you have the right man for the job Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 13, 2017, 08:55:40 AM
..
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 13, 2017, 05:23:59 PM
Quick update, engine back in, starts and runs fine
Just need to fit rad and pipes and exhaust then put it all back together, yay.
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: ferrari360jd on August 13, 2017, 05:56:55 PM
Well done buddy  :) soon be back on the road ,jd
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 14, 2017, 02:18:33 PM
Yes well done Matey
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 22, 2017, 10:41:58 AM
ALL STOP!!
Decided to order air ride and fit it before putting her back together lol :)

Al360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 4u2nv on August 23, 2017, 12:09:09 AM
Nice mate .
Can't wait to see these how they look and handle . Could be a investment I may have to make :) 
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: 360brian on August 23, 2017, 11:01:55 PM
GREAT!!!- now I'm hooked on your build diary, am seriously keen to do that to my 360

ALL STOP!!
Decided to order air ride and fit it before putting her back together lol :)

Al360
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: beamerdave2001 on August 24, 2017, 09:09:57 AM
Where have you found a air ride kit I looked some time ago and had no luck finding any for the 406 coupe
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Mickey_London on August 24, 2017, 07:29:30 PM
Can't wait to see your progress Matey  ;D
Mick
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: peggyontherun on August 24, 2017, 09:39:12 PM
www.stanceparts.com for air ride
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 25, 2017, 01:01:31 PM
Where have you found a air ride kit I looked some time ago and had no luck finding any for the 406 coupe
eBay of course, will fit over GAZ strut on front
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: peggyontherun on August 25, 2017, 08:45:01 PM
That kit is too expensive try stance parts.com
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: beamerdave2001 on August 26, 2017, 09:09:32 AM
That looks a good kit you will have to post a video when you get it all running bit pricey but think it will be worth it I've all ways worried about how it would drive being so low
Title: Re: Alex360 Build diary
Post by: Alex360 on August 31, 2017, 03:28:20 PM
That looks a good kit you will have to post a video when you get it all running bit pricey but think it will be worth it I've all ways worried about how it would drive being so low

Will do buddy :)