Rick's Wannabe KVA

[F3L]

And now the fun begins, so they say. Currently researching photos of Type "C" chassis to restore my ICW back to original spec.

Some background history, it appears that the body panels and my new chassis were one and the same but were separated back in the 1980s,
having them back together is some sort of kar-ma (pardon the pun).

I should have more pics up including SolidEdge CAD drawings as I intend to
document the chassis and associated modifications as I go.

[frank beuker]

hi Rick,
I'm also building a kva see my thread
if you want some detailshot of the chassis mayby i can be of some assistance (if possible)

good luck
frank

[F3L]

Originally Posted by Frank Beuker

hi Rick,
I'm also building a kva see my thread
if you want some detailshot of the chassis mayby i can be of some assistance (if possible)

good luck
frank

Thanks for the offer, Frank, any assistance is greatly appreciated
I think I've already checked out your thread which has already helped considerably...

Rick (F3L)

[Richard]

Hi Guys

New boy to the forum.

I have been finishing off my KVA for the last 18 months and getting close to the SVA......only a couple of small jobs to do........

Rich

[frank beuker]

Hi Rich
can you post some pictures
Frank

[Richard]

Hi Frank

Only a couple but i like all the shiny bits......plus a big tasty lump

Rich


Based in Bristol

[F3L]

Originally Posted by rsnye

Hi Frank

Only a couple but i like all the shiny bits......plus a big tasty lump

Rich


Based in Bristol

Hi Rich:

One thing I had to find out is the measurements for placing the upper and lower radius rod brackets on the B-pillar upright post, any ideas?

In addition, what is the distance from the floor to the horizontal brace linking the two B-pillars (just under the bulkhead rear window) ?

Regards,

Rick (F3L)

[frank beuker]

Hi Rick'have a look at my building posts
frank

[Mark Charlton]

Rick,

If it's of any help, you're more than welcome to drop by and take some measurements or have a closer look at details on my car. The car is currently off the ground a foot or so, so much of it is accessible. PM me if you've lost my contact info.

Cheers,
Mark

[Richard]

Rick
The thing is what datum are you using? the window can change position as well as the floor, the only constant is the ground. Give me a call if you want a chat, the floor in my car car is 5cm lower and the front pedals are forward, i am 5 11 and will have to pull the seat forward to reach the pedals.

Rich

[frank beuker]

Hi Rich it's shining i had to wear my sun glasses
But you're getting there i wish i was that far

Frank

[Richard]

Rick

I just read your question again and yes i will measure any distance for you, the car is in the air at the moment so i don't have a datum to work from unless you pick one.

Regards

Rich

PS My car was mostly built by a racing fabrication company and they have done a few mods as well as fantastic ally work.... i wish i could take the credit

[Richard]

Rick

If you are into KVA's the you will notice that all the wishbones/uprights are light weight bespoke items.....like a lot of the rest of the car. I will send you some more pictures but please don't get upset at their workmanship

Rich

[Richard]

Just a couple of the front

Rich

[F3L]

Originally Posted by Mark Charlton

Rick,

If it's of any help, you're more than welcome to drop by and take some measurements or have a closer look at details on my car. The car is currently off the ground a foot or so, so much of it is accessible. PM me if you've lost my contact info.

Cheers,
Mark

Hey Mark, I'll give you a call and see if I can pop over this weekend...

Rick

[F3L]

Originally Posted by rsnye

Just a couple of the front

Rich

Thanks very much, Rich. That's what I'm currently redoing, I'll post my pics before the weekend to show progress...

Rick

[F3L]

Further progress... "x" marks the spot, that is, the 48 feet or so of 3/4" tubing

Much thanks to everybody so far for the great reference pics. This week is the fabrication of the 1.5" square tubing front shock uprights.