Paul Barrett Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 (edited) Picked this up. Not a manga but it has a CIH in it still. Some of you should see it at the NEC March. never thought one would come up at the right time for the right money. Its solid underneath needs work and especially the lovely vinyl additions removing. I’ll leave that for something to do at the NEC hopefully. to get it on the road hopefully just a new set of boots and I’ll throw it through an MOT. Done the deal on spares too. 3ltr lump (for sale) Twin carb manifold set of 14” turbovecs screen rubbers dizzies caps (very hard to get hold of for the 2.5 I’m told, old Porsche match) another new carb 38DGAS for the twin setup other buts and bobs very long term project this one, but have some cool plans for it and a colour change. Will be just to have it as an option this summer as well as the exclusive. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Edited February 3, 2023 by Paul Barrett 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonmonkey Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 Great buy, love the shape. I think the colour is ok just need to lose the General Lee decals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted February 3, 2023 Author Share Posted February 3, 2023 Definitely losing the graphics 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted February 3, 2023 Share Posted February 3, 2023 (edited) Wouldn't have guessed that was an Opel. But can see the manta A styling, rear window roof section. Would make a nice car but not as the good ol' boys jump wagon. Is that it? Retro cars mag. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Edited February 3, 2023 by ®evo03 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted February 4, 2023 Author Share Posted February 4, 2023 Yeah has the A series vibe to it. Shape is lovely proper muscle car vibe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bris jas Posted February 4, 2023 Share Posted February 4, 2023 Glad to see you got it bought Paul, sure you'll turn it into something special👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-400 Posted February 4, 2023 Share Posted February 4, 2023 Congrats with the buy, this is one of the most beatifull cars Opel ever made. The grille looks like a Ranger one. The dizzie cap is not the only Porsche related part 😁, needed new front brake pads for my 400 so it is all Commo stuff and noticed they were the same as the rear brake pads of an old Porsche 911 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted February 4, 2023 Author Share Posted February 4, 2023 45 minutes ago, H-400 said: Congrats with the buy, this is one of the most beatifull cars Opel ever made. The grille looks like a Ranger one. The dizzie cap is not the only Porsche related part 😁, needed new front brake pads for my 400 so it is all Commo stuff and noticed they were the same as the rear brake pads of an old Porsche 911 I have to agree also Herman,the shape is awesome. It’s a magnum grill I believe. I’m not a fan of the square headlights anyway. They will probably end up being single headlights, Cameron esque. it is amazing the crossover of parts you discover 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1200bandit Posted February 4, 2023 Share Posted February 4, 2023 (edited) That’s one very nice looking car. Was looking at one of these a few years back, never got around to it Same old story life gets in the way Edited February 4, 2023 by 1200bandit 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessopia74 Posted February 4, 2023 Share Posted February 4, 2023 Yeah shape is mint, will look the dogs when done 😎 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted February 9, 2023 Author Share Posted February 9, 2023 Getting cracking for the nec in March. btakes tripped off. Will be installing new bearings as one is binding slightly. new pads, going to skim discs on the lathe as near impossible to get any new ones in time from Germany. mocker up the 14 turbovecs that came with the car. Look nice for now. But the need counter drilling for steel insterts. I can’t be arsed with all that so just going to stick some new tires on the 15’s. stripped all the Americana off it too. It’s left some shadowing etc but I’ll give it a mop over and see if can polish it out. nice lowering Bodgery on the rear springs that’s actually holding one together lol. new lowering springs ordered form Germany. Hopefully get here in time. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seanpren Posted February 9, 2023 Share Posted February 9, 2023 Looks very cool 😎 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1200bandit Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 The was one up for the £8,000 mark about 2 years ago Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted February 10, 2023 Share Posted February 10, 2023 (edited) That spring is unreal......really? A bodge if there was ever one, seen it all now 😎 didn't a euro 400 run similar style wheels upfront, maybe to aid brake cooling ? Nice job so far, looking good. Anyone use this product yet? https://www.lanoguard.co.uk/collections/moto/products/lanoguard-vehicle-underbody-and-chassis-care-kit?tw_source=google&tw_adid=567472081886&utm_campaign=15488323665&gadid=567472081886&utm_source=google&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=15488323665&utm_content=130307290923&utm_term=car underbody protection&hsa_acc=4383920088&hsa_cam=15488323665&hsa_grp=130307290923&hsa_ad=567472081886&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-320113551114&hsa_kw=car underbody protection&hsa_mt=b&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=CjwKCAiA85efBhBbEiwAD7oLQNq-XyuLScFjqw8ygNWDrhBoKtJCqZYn75nIT5-B6xDMmtq0EO3EiBoCjPcQAvD_BwE Edited February 10, 2023 by ®evo03 Text Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted February 11, 2023 Author Share Posted February 11, 2023 15 hours ago, 1200bandit said: The was one up for the £8,000 mark about 2 years ago Yeah it’s been about bless it. I’m the 13th owner now 12 hours ago, ®evo03 said: That spring is unreal......really? A bodge if there was ever one, seen it all now 😎 didn't a euro 400 run similar style wheels upfront, maybe to aid brake cooling ? Nice job so far, looking good. Anyone use this product yet? https://www.lanoguard.co.uk/collections/moto/products/lanoguard-vehicle-underbody-and-chassis-care-kit?tw_source=google&tw_adid=567472081886&utm_campaign=15488323665&gadid=567472081886&utm_source=google&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=15488323665&utm_content=130307290923&utm_term=car underbody protection&hsa_acc=4383920088&hsa_cam=15488323665&hsa_grp=130307290923&hsa_ad=567472081886&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-320113551114&hsa_kw=car underbody protection&hsa_mt=b&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gclid=CjwKCAiA85efBhBbEiwAD7oLQNq-XyuLScFjqw8ygNWDrhBoKtJCqZYn75nIT5-B6xDMmtq0EO3EiBoCjPcQAvD_BwE No no idea about the euro 400. those clamps I’ve seen before on old 80’s stuff. It has broken after, not a means to be old it together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted February 13, 2023 Author Share Posted February 13, 2023 Got a couple of hours in. This steering pivot was as loose as a wizards sleeve. So attempting a new bushing from delrin I had lying around. First attempt it shattered, so I machined the bore first the second time then press fit diameter. Ran out of time to get it installed. also found he needs a new rear cylinder. brake back plates, hubs and drums have been dropped off to my mate to blast up. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted February 15, 2023 Share Posted February 15, 2023 Nyloc bush? Nice job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted February 15, 2023 Author Share Posted February 15, 2023 1 hour ago, ®evo03 said: Nyloc bush? Nice job. Yeah nylon. although today I stumbled across rekord E part from a job lot of parts and I reckon it’s the same and works perfectly. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted February 27, 2023 Author Share Posted February 27, 2023 Plugging away. found split seals on both calipers so they are now awaiting a seal set from biggred. Rear brakes rebuilt- new shoes new fitting kit Rear drums (Re drilled manta) new cylinders (same as manta) ordered new steering joints too. Cross matching part numbers, ford taunus/Alfa GT matches. but for the centre rod I’ll have to make one eventually. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominik Stchnij Posted February 27, 2023 Share Posted February 27, 2023 Good brakes are essential. I have to weld the undercarriage first. otherwise the wheels will stay on the asphalt and the body will move on🤣 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted March 1, 2023 Author Share Posted March 1, 2023 Big delivery yesterday tires for the 14” turbovecs caliper seal kit from big red bleed nipples of the correct sizing and hitch were a pain to track down. speedshack as usual awesome with sourcing wheel nuts, although I will have to machine all x20 down to size as oversized but at least the correct type. Sleeve 11/16th and flat type washer seating. new steering bush seated. De rusted the brackets that I’ve been removing and added some paint to keep fresh. eventually it will all be ditched for a customer front clip and easy to source brakes but for now keeps it going Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted March 1, 2023 Author Share Posted March 1, 2023 Couple of hours in the unit today. wheel bolts turned down. Had trsrill the wheel out to 17.5mm holes, by sheer luck I had said drill bit already in the drawers if taken over last week from the home garage. Had to turn the shank down to 13mm to get in the drill Chuck. Rear wheels now on. Tyre fitment looks good, will stay this way for couple years I reckon. calipers now rebuilt fully. The bra dust seals were a pain to get on! Perseverance paid off. They’ve had a lick k of silver VHT paint. waiting on the steering joints now. found some evidence of when it was last at the VBOA too! Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessopia74 Posted March 1, 2023 Share Posted March 1, 2023 Swift work mate 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted March 1, 2023 Author Share Posted March 1, 2023 40 minutes ago, Jessopia74 said: Swift work mate If I don’t plug away I won’t be driving it to the NEC end of the month. Nothing go a smoothly so having lots of shake down time is essential. Hopefully two weeks shakedown at this rate. Rod ends have landed but I think the inners are not the correct taper sadly but at least me help me figure out correct ones. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Barrett Posted March 11, 2023 Author Share Posted March 11, 2023 Insured and on the road! But tyres scrub like hell as been lowered considerably at the rear now. Haven’t done the fronts yet as maybe leaving that for something to do at the NEC possibly so went for it and cut the panard to make it adjustable as lowering has swung the axle over a fair bit to make one side scrub. I robbed the v8 A series front end I still have of its adjustable compression strut (escort mk2 rally) coincidence has it that it is too 25mm tube with a 20mm bore. So machined off the adjustable part I needed and it slip fitted perfectly. Drilled a hole to plug weld and will seal round the end. paint job done Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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