upk Posted August 19, 2008 Author Share Posted August 19, 2008 its a graphite grey metalic BMW colour............mentioned it earlier in thread if i recall but not sure exact name as i ordered via colour chart and code number. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted August 26, 2008 Author Share Posted August 26, 2008 parted with some serious wedge today to procure throttle bodies and engine managment. Sent my drawing to a local machine shop who will have my custom made anti roll bar lowering blocks with me by the weekend. made up a complete exhaust sytem using the ashley 421 manifold and ashley 2.0 L GTE 2.25 inch back boxes. I do believe the end is in sight.......... <!-- s:joy --><!-- s:joy --> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted August 29, 2008 Author Share Posted August 29, 2008 very pleased with these........... and they fit perfectly................ oh and a big box arrived from SBD..............serious wedge but hopefully all worth it!!!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted September 9, 2008 Author Share Posted September 9, 2008 worked too late last night on this baby and ended up not sleeping cos my head was buzzing with manta jobs!!!! needless to say i drilled the SBD manifold for the servo take off......................phewww , thank god no mistakes!!! tonight i plumbed in the oil cooler, fitted the rad and did a bit more of the engine bay wiring .................all looking and working fine at the mo. i see the light at the end of this long tunnel and i cant wait to fire this baby up!!! but must stop now.new rule to myself, no work after 9pm on a school night. keep watching!!!! ps rules were made for breaking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbie Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 With the lowering blocks on the ARB dropping that much you will have a right bit of adjusting to get the Caster angle right. Your getting on well keep on working Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted November 30, 2008 Author Share Posted November 30, 2008 June 2006 I started this project. Never expected it to take this long, few distractions along the way! Anyway a major milesytone was reached yesterday.....................could this be finished for xmas!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted December 13, 2008 Author Share Posted December 13, 2008 The end is in sight!!! yep, its getting there, took her for a quick test run and boy am i happy!!!! just a few bits to finish :- bleed brakes kick panels badges gearlever gaiter new set of alloy wheels and then off to the rolling road to get mapped!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midasmesh Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Looking really good, cracking car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christ Posted December 14, 2008 Share Posted December 14, 2008 looks very nice - bet it sounds good too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perywinkle Posted December 19, 2008 Share Posted December 19, 2008 Gorgeous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted December 31, 2008 Author Share Posted December 31, 2008 sailed thro the MOT today!! just need to sort the tax out now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted March 28, 2009 Author Share Posted March 28, 2009 been a while since my last post! anyhow..................rolling road set up completed and a very respectable 166bhp at the rear wheels!!!! just a few bits required to finish, like badges etc, but where am i going to do my B series?? looks like another project coming on?? keep watching for the manta B project underway........................coming to a pc near you very soon!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted April 17, 2009 Author Share Posted April 17, 2009 finally got round to putting the new rubber on the A series, new wheels and a couple of the badges, time to start enjoying using this baby now i think!! and finally, just a word of thanks to everyone who gave me advice along the way.................especially my mate Richie , Simon Peckham and Diashag, cheers to all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon p Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Georgous and you're most welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midasmesh Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 Looking very nice indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vealmonkey Posted April 17, 2009 Share Posted April 17, 2009 lookes well nice and mims on her to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-***JOKER***- Posted October 25, 2009 Share Posted October 25, 2009 i just PM'ed you upk this is an old topic bump so i am sorry about it, but it is a good project so take a look at it again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volksdevil Posted October 26, 2009 Share Posted October 26, 2009 Wow. Fantastic A series you have built yourself there mate...Looks superb! I love the dashboard Neil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted October 26, 2009 Author Share Posted October 26, 2009 thanks for the comments guys, keep an eye out for Total Vauxhall mag, car will feature in the near future( not sure when yet). if your interested see my latest project manta b underway will i ever finish!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted December 23, 2009 Author Share Posted December 23, 2009 (edited) just thought i would post up some of the finished detail shots will update interior shots when i get chance. Edited December 23, 2009 by upk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince Posted February 18, 2021 Share Posted February 18, 2021 On 28/06/2006 at 21:55, upk said: Well as promised here are a few pics of my very first Manta project. I have always admired the lines of the A series and have finally been seduced. some of you may recognise this car as it featured in july 2003 practical classsics magazine and as a show history. At this point let me apolagise to the previous owners who gain credit for this acolade because i intend to modify the car with an XE engine. Todate volvo 4 pots have been fitted and Xe has been dry fit. Currently a rollcage is being installed before suspension upgrade and then repaint preperation. More to follow as progress continues. 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. Amazing what you find when sifting through old posts. I remember this car very well. I took Frank to collect it when he first bought it. Original engine was seized and the front drivers wing was rotten. Frank replaced the engine with a spare we had, replaced the wing, quick respray and it was on the road. Hours we spent looking for original parts. Rear bumper over riders & rubber strip were difficult to find. Nice to see that it's still about but slightly upset that it was modified. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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