not a manta 400 Posted January 18 Author Share Posted January 18 1 hour ago, ®evo03 said: Homologation papers show rear spring seat raised. This gets axle closer to body. Maybe standard spring, but lower ride height. Try searching rear coilover, here. I think it was done before on a rally car but axle spring remained in place. Or extensive bracing to rear turrets. Remember it is only spot welds here, it could fracture. Front turrets are also seam welded and braced for extra strength. I saw the homologation papers, didn’t know a rally 400 was so different, but I’m not planning on using this car as a real rally car, just for street use so I think the strut towers are strong enough 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessopia74 Posted January 18 Share Posted January 18 11 hours ago, not a manta 400 said: I saw the homologation papers, didn’t know a rally 400 was so different, but I’m not planning on using this car as a real rally car, just for street use so I think the strut towers are strong enough Be great to see what you think of the arm kit when fitted. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-400 Posted January 19 Share Posted January 19 On 18/01/2024 at 09:55, ®evo03 said: Herman, could you follow papers above and build as per documents? In Belgium. Is this ok? Nope, as soon they see there is a modification on the chassisrails they destroy the VIN administrativ. Fitting another more powerfull engine is also forbidden. Upgrading the brakes also. I fitted Opel Rekord vented discs but cause they are hidden in the rims the car is MOT'd without advisories. And when we fit a spoiler or a sport steering wheel we'v got to pay extra cause of "tuning report". So I'v got always a Manta brochure at MOT so I can proof the plastic sil covers etc. are standard factory... Once they wanted to fail my "400" cause of the engine, so since then I take "Das grosse Opel Manta buch" with me. Yeah, Belgium is really car minded 😥 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted January 19 Author Share Posted January 19 7 hours ago, H-400 said: Nope, as soon they see there is a modification on the chassisrails they destroy the VIN administrativ. Fitting another more powerfull engine is also forbidden. Upgrading the brakes also. I fitted Opel Rekord vented discs but cause they are hidden in the rims the car is MOT'd without advisories. And when we fit a spoiler or a sport steering wheel we'v got to pay extra cause of "tuning report". So I'v got always a Manta brochure at MOT so I can proof the plastic sil covers etc. are standard factory... Once they wanted to fail my "400" cause of the engine, so since then I take "Das grosse Opel Manta buch" with me. Yeah, Belgium is really car minded 😥 ben ik blij dat ik in Nederland woon, ik heb 2 jaar geleden een andere motor in mijn starlet gelegd, 1500 16v, en naar RDW gegaan voor om te keuren. de keurmeester zei alleen: 'mooi gemaakt'. en gaf me de nieuwe papieren 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted January 19 Share Posted January 19 9 hours ago, H-400 said: Nope, as soon they see there is a modification on the chassisrails they destroy the VIN administrativ. Would a rally car ex works manta 400 pass Belgium MOT. As per homologation papers, with or without papers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted January 21 Author Share Posted January 21 On 18/01/2024 at 23:31, Jessopia74 said: Be great to see what you think of the arm kit when fitted. 👍 Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. fitted the front suspension arms, they look great and are fully adjustable 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessopia74 Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 Does it come with any dust caps for the ball joints? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted January 21 Author Share Posted January 21 Just now, Jessopia74 said: Does it come with any dust caps for the ball joints? nope it doesnt and i didnt see any on their site, so idk if they really need them or not... but it wouldnt be a bad idea if you plan on using them for rally 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted January 21 Author Share Posted January 21 up to date pics of my progress this weekend 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. making the exhaust manifold, same idea as with the intake, welding a C20XE exhaust to a Z24sed flange, exhaust ports are also bigger on z24 so the c20 manifold also needed some work to make it match Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. after welding Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. fits perfectly Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. fitting a krause rear clutched LSD Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. rear drive shafts Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. test fitting rear brakes Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. restoring front steering rack 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. everything taken apart 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. rubber parts look like new after cleaning, turns out my manta only has 36000 km on its odometer also, i need some tech help anybody know how to wind back a kadett E digidash odometer so i can get the 36000 of my manta on it? https://i.imgur.com/jGJHrU6.mp4 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-400 Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 Nice work, what knuckles/spindles are you going to fit on the front axle? Std Manta or Commodore? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted January 21 Share Posted January 21 Great work and great pictures, nice to see new methods of working and parts available. Great work and motivation 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted January 21 Author Share Posted January 21 3 hours ago, H-400 said: Nice work, what knuckles/spindles are you going to fit on the front axle? Std Manta or Commodore? ive found 2 of a commodore A which should also be 5x120 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted February 4 Author Share Posted February 4 (edited) I have been busy helping my dad fix his mercedes vito 120 CDI (oil cooler was leaking between 2 banks of the V6) but I have made some progress with the brakes and wheels this week 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. new wheel Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. rear brake calipers Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. before and after Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. both 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. had to modify the audi TT brake caliper brackets 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. calipers after paint 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. everything fits 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. and the commodore A 5 lug conversion is also done, but I have to find front brake calipers and shocks to finish the front I'll upload more when more work gets done Edited February 4 by not a manta 400 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted February 5 Share Posted February 5 (edited) Black 🖤 Manta, Stealth, very nice. Is that paint reflecting grains in the ceiling tiles? Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Edited February 5 by ®evo03 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sutty2006 Posted February 5 Share Posted February 5 Wow what a project! I wish I had this level of skill/time/cash. It’s a credit to you! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted February 17 Author Share Posted February 17 a lot of progress this week been able to buy these proflex shocks for the front, so i have the same brand shocks both front and back 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. made a mount for the remote reservoirs Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. also, i made some space for the gearbox and a (at the moment still WIP) removable tunnel thing. so i have easy access to https://imgur.com/fl0wstZ a DIY short shifter, and dont worry, it wont just be a metal stick when its 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. i've also covered the floor, wheel wells and side panels in sound deadening material 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. simons exhaust system 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. with self made adapter to C20XE manifold Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. 48mm throttle bodies 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. test fitting carbon airbox 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. also got most of the fuel system done, only thing left is wiring Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. and lastly, finally found a pair of tail lights but one was damaged, this is after sanding... Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. and this after gluing and more sanding, ive painted both of them but i dont have pictures of that yet i also made gearbox mounts but i dont have pictures of them as well 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted February 18 Share Posted February 18 Great work, good idea removable top on gearbox tunnel. Are the front shocks from a classic mini? Or part numbers please 👍 Alot of sound deadening, for another project I used 16mm yoga mats, 2 mats £20. Dynamat too expensive. It's feels really comfy and cosy already 🤣 I don't know your regulations on fog light, but this can be inserted behind reflector on rear tail light, beside reversing light. Very nice project, will be very interesting and new take, with parts never tried before 👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted February 18 Share Posted February 18 https://qedmotorsport.co.uk/vauxhall-xe-c20xe/ https://sbdmotorsport.co.uk/product-category/vauxhall/ https://kgpengineering.com/kgp-engines/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted February 18 Author Share Posted February 18 50 minutes ago, ®evo03 said: Are the front shocks from a classic mini? Or part numbers please 👍 I don't know your regulations on fog light, but this can be inserted behind reflector on rear tail light, beside reversing light. as far as i know fog lights are not needed on a car this old in the netherlands, but if installed they have to work. didnt know this was possible since all mantas i've seen here have a separate one installed below the rear bumber so thanks for the information as for the shocks, they are proflex shocks from a VW beetle (old one) Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted March 2 Author Share Posted March 2 new pics of the manta Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. tail lights are in Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. new wiring 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. brake lines 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. battery and velocity stacks Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. and some other stuff 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. also bought a cassette storage thing Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. had to modify the center console to make it fit Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. glued it in place, i still have to make it look a bit nicer 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Pounsett Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 1st Class. What rear anti-roll bar will you be using? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted March 2 Author Share Posted March 2 18 minutes ago, Jonathan Pounsett said: 1st Class. What rear anti-roll bar will you be using? i'll try to use an adjustable anti-roll bar both front and back, but i dont know if it fits Krängningshämmare – Sellholm Tuning AB (sellholmshop.se) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted March 17 Author Share Posted March 17 update on the black manta project, a lot of wiring, interior and cooling Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. radiator with 70mm core 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. water hoses, electric cooling fan, wires, brake parts and clutch cable. a lot of new stuff Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. this is where the engine wiring enters the interior through the firewall. it was closer to where i want to put the ecu than where the wires usually enter and i wanted to keep the engine and chassis wiring looms separate 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. also installed an antenna Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. and glued on new foam pieces 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. also got some heating parts. i decided to put the sound deadening, that's usually in the engine bay, on the inside so my firewall wont rust, didnt know the universal stuff i bought was a nightmare to work with without any experience, so i'll have to buy more to fill some gaps 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not a manta 400 Posted April 7 Author Share Posted April 7 late update this time but ive been really busy with school. anyway 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. first: wheels, i have the rear tires and front rims Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. alternator installed and working Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. also got a brake force adjuster for the rear brakes 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. a lot of cutting and gluing on the dash to make it work with the digi dash. for now just removed the manta dash lights because i wont need them anymore Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. also painted the pedals. and now, the thing that has taken up the most time and work the past weeks, wiring Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. finished wiring in the trunk Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. ecu and drivers 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. and started on the fuse box. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. and this is what the engine bay looks like right now. i also have good and bad news. good news: the engine starts and runs. bad news: it leaks oil (already know were and fixed it) and the engine mounts are too soft, i ordered different ones from a bmw m3 so im going to test them this week. i have a bunch of other stuff i bought that i hope i can install this week. i'll make a video of the engine running soon but i want to get my digi dash wired and working on the car first, and get my pedals working so i can test the gearbox and the speedo of the digi dash 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessopia74 Posted April 7 Share Posted April 7 Very tidy install, love that rear brake pressure adjuster valve👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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