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Paul Thompson 'Hooligan' · 07-25-07, 05:41 PM

Hi all -

I've been helping a friend with an RF build and have a few questions that I'm sure some of you will know the answer to...

1) - re SVA - we are looking to install some SVA compliant switches, to be replaced with more aesthetically pleasing items afterwards. Do you know if all circuits need to be operational.... i.e. could air-con be excluded? and possibly individual pump circuits..? Also - anyone got a spare/used set for loan or re-sale? (seems daft to buy new for SVA then bin/sell)

2) - I notice in the build manual, there is a timing ring (toothed) shown in one of the pictures. I'm fitting Motec to this car and whilst there is a Bosch pickup mounted on the timing cover, there is no toothed ring fitted to the back of the front pulley/damper assy... Does anyone know if this is a standard Ford Part? - an RF add-on? - or a Motec part? ... I could install a generic item but as the trigger is already there I guess there must be a corresponding wheel available..

3) - The car is fitted with a Smiths Electronic Speedo, no problems there, and I see the Audi box has a speed sensor pickup on the near side (UK) - anyone else using this? any issues to consider? as I see in the build manual a mechanical cable setup is indicated.

4) - What make / model is the donor for the steering rack? - again, for SVA we need to confirm its identity/compliance... Someone suggested it was of MGB origin??

5) - Final one for moment

- are accurate wiring diagrams available from anywhere/anyone? I've already come across some 'intriguing' circuits and diagrams will no doubt make for easier fault-finding....

Thanks all -

Great car by the way - and it looks great with the Jenvey 48mm throttle bodies on top (IDA) - I forgot my camera today, but next time i'm there, I'll snap and post...

Thanks all -

07-25-07, 05:41 PM	#1 (permalink)
Paul Thompson 'Hooligan' p thompson Administrator Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Milland, West S GT40: None Posts: 2,212 Rep Power: 37	A few questions re RF Build...SVA... Hi all - I've been helping a friend with an RF build and have a few questions that I'm sure some of you will know the answer to... 1) - re SVA - we are looking to install some SVA compliant switches, to be replaced with more aesthetically pleasing items afterwards. Do you know if all circuits need to be operational.... i.e. could air-con be excluded? and possibly individual pump circuits..? Also - anyone got a spare/used set for loan or re-sale? (seems daft to buy new for SVA then bin/sell) 2) - I notice in the build manual, there is a timing ring (toothed) shown in one of the pictures. I'm fitting Motec to this car and whilst there is a Bosch pickup mounted on the timing cover, there is no toothed ring fitted to the back of the front pulley/damper assy... Does anyone know if this is a standard Ford Part? - an RF add-on? - or a Motec part? ... I could install a generic item but as the trigger is already there I guess there must be a corresponding wheel available.. 3) - The car is fitted with a Smiths Electronic Speedo, no problems there, and I see the Audi box has a speed sensor pickup on the near side (UK) - anyone else using this? any issues to consider? as I see in the build manual a mechanical cable setup is indicated. 4) - What make / model is the donor for the steering rack? - again, for SVA we need to confirm its identity/compliance... Someone suggested it was of MGB origin?? 5) - Final one for moment - are accurate wiring diagrams available from anywhere/anyone? I've already come across some 'intriguing' circuits and diagrams will no doubt make for easier fault-finding.... Thanks all - Great car by the way - and it looks great with the Jenvey 48mm throttle bodies on top (IDA) - I forgot my camera today, but next time i'm there, I'll snap and post... Thanks all - __________________ regards Paul Thompson ----------------------------------------- Too Many Hobbies - Too Little Time