ToyotaTech15 Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 As some of you may know i share a workshop with my older brother,It started about a year ago just as storage, then we got a few cars, and as both experienced in mechanics, electrics and engineering it just got more busy over time.We now have several projects with constant improvements and perfections being made.I thought i would give all of you a look inside at some of the projects and keep it updated over time,MK2 Astra,From previous posts, poeple on here have seen our astra which was our first track car firstly for Crail Raceway but when we got a taste of Knockhill, Crail was never spoken about lol.Here is Some pics and spec.Sadly after a trip to crail receway, we lost 3rd gear completely after a wrong gear change at full revs (nasty!)So it was back in the workshop to change the box from a F20 to a F16, until we had time to repait the damaged box.After the car was put back together a few more runs we managed to get a 15.3 1/4 mile time.Happy enough at that we decided to take on Knockhill.Spec.2l 16v C20XE engine with 4 branch manifoldrelocated filterOMP front and rear strut bracesLowering springsRed stuff pads all roundfull stainless exhaust systemsabelt harnessescorsa sport seatsmountney racing steering wheelstripped out interiorvauxhall wheelsProbably missed something but ill update if i have.Sadly the astra's life is coming to an end, but the engine will live on in the next project as the shell has been beaten by rust.More projects and pics soonThanksGary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted June 18, 2009 Author Share Posted June 18, 2009 TigraThis 1.4 tigra was bought to replace the astra, we have plans to be a tuned 2l twin cam track car with excellent track handling.Possible engine conversions,tuned 2l 16vtuned 2.1 16v (bored out red top)C20LET conversion running big powerC20LET either 4WD or RWD(might not happen thou as alot of work)Some pics but work hasent started yetUpdates in a few month when work starts.FIESTAMy brothers second car is a 1.6 mk5 fiesta zetec s.we are both fanatical about cars and tuning them, so we both decided to do major conversions.He searched the net and eventually bought a full engine throttle body kit from shaw speed.The rebuild has now started and should not be long before its up and running.any way ill put up some pics and let them do the talking.Cosworth front brakes and AP coily'sThe block and gearboxMore painted parts for rebuildThe spare carAlot of time has been spent on the car, almost every part underneath has been removed reconditioned and sprayed or replaced.Brakes finished and engine build starting this weekend hopefully.ThanksGary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Russleh Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 i want your garage so bad lol. be alot of work doin all projects at once Russell Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted June 18, 2009 Author Share Posted June 18, 2009 Lol, its mad just now man, mainly concentrating on my brothers fiesta which is under the grey cover.I am hoping to start more on other peoples cars as we really only have our own to do, but when people see what we can do it might get busier.My dream is to have my own business eventually doing mechaincal repairs diagnostics and possibly tuning eventually.This is a start anyway.Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jonnyoldroyd Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 u fancy doing a auto to manual convertion sometime on my glanza mate Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted June 18, 2009 Author Share Posted June 18, 2009 Where abouts are you based?Do you have the parts?Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jonnyoldroyd Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 based in west yorkshire , was going to source all the parts for the swap just need someone to do it give me a pm on how much it will cost roughly if i gt all the parts wont be for a few mnths yet mate . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Idrees Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 Looking good Gary, someone likes Red!!Get this Starlet project started now! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted June 19, 2009 Author Share Posted June 19, 2009 Cheers Idrees,It just so happens all the cars are red lol, just bought a redtop mk1 nova and it's red aswell lmao,Starlet will be soonGary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Love your garage mate!!Some nice motors there, be good to see the zetec finished sounds good Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share Posted June 23, 2009 Thanks, it's a bit of a mess just now thou.Fiesta should be rapid, got more updates tonight,Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share Posted June 23, 2009 FIESTA UPDATESworking alot on the fiesta lately, trying to catch the last of the summer and some ford shows this year but we still have alot of work to do.Picture of the car as it is nowStarted rebuilding the engine now so got the cylinder head on and cams in.Replaced the conrod cap bolts with uprated onesNew thermostat and engine gasket kitSome pictures of progress,New camshaftsNew head onThrottle bodies mocked up on the headJenvey throttle bodiesThis engine is running a brand new gas flowed cylinder head with enlarged inlet and exhaust valves,Reprofiled camshafts to fast road specAlso rebuilt back brakes with new springs and clips, new shoes and braided brake hoses.Removed rear shock absorbers ready for new coilovers.Fitted exhaust system back onReplaced rear wheel bearingsMore updates soonThanksGary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Russleh Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 how about i just give u my car and a couple grand n see what you do ( wish i had a couple grand ). quality work goin on ther like. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share Posted June 23, 2009 Lol, no problem Thanks, constant updates now as we are never short of work Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 That engine looks good mate!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted July 4, 2009 Author Share Posted July 4, 2009 Fiesta updates soon,Car now on the wheels with coilys and brakes done, engine almost built just waiting on vernier pulleys.Pics to follow when I've got a second lol,Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted July 5, 2009 Author Share Posted July 5, 2009 <be>Fiesta</be>Been working on the fiesta non stop for the past wee while trying to get it done.Engine nearly fully built just need cam pulleys to finish it.Car is now on its wheels just ready for the engine, fitted new samco hosesMore coming soon when pulleys arrive.<be>Wheel refurbishment</be>We have been doing our own wheel refurbs for a while now,The astra wheels, fiesta wheels and a few other spare ones were done.We are now taking on other peoples.I have started a set of MK1 Yaris SR wheels for a friendThey started out very corroded with nearly no paint leftAfter a thorough clean up and refurbishment, they were primed to looked like thisEven the inside had to be done to complete the wheel.Wheels will be sprayed once more when wet and dry paper comes in so i can smooth the surface as i am not yet happy enough with the feel of the surface.Will post up pics of the finished wheels soonCheersGary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky Posted July 5, 2009 Share Posted July 5, 2009 Looking good mate those wheels are going to look like new!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted July 5, 2009 Author Share Posted July 5, 2009 I am happy with them so far, the only hard bit is to get the centre caps to match as they were a bit flacky aswell.Show come out ok thouGary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted August 27, 2009 Author Share Posted August 27, 2009 Updates soonFiesta engine in and almost runningTigra soldAstra away to be strippedNew project, mk1 red top novaPlans are a extensivelly tuned 2.1 twin cam with nos, mailny for knockhill and frailCheersGary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Russleh Posted August 27, 2009 Share Posted August 27, 2009 sounds like all you do is work on cars. sounds gid . im tryin to start my other starlet but learning the hard way not to lend an engine hoist to someone lol. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted August 30, 2009 Author Share Posted August 30, 2009 Quick Fiesta update,Car is now in the final stages of the build!! Its on the ground with the engine in just finishing the wiring for the new ecu,Bled all the brakes and clutch on thursday night, fitted green stuff front pads and finished off wire routing.A few pics before it gets started.Also quick pic of astra sticker before it dissapears lolMore updates soonCheersGary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LukeSR Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 Nice ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nanglebadger Posted August 31, 2009 Share Posted August 31, 2009 very smart dude!Phil. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted August 31, 2009 Author Share Posted August 31, 2009 Cheers guysGary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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