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Hi Guys, Does anybody know if a voltage stabiliser (12v Zener Diode) is required for the supply to VDO Cockpit Vision gauges (apart from Volts gauge)or do they have inbuilt regulation. All the schematics for the gauges show them wired direct to "ignition" without this Zener.I know some cars do...

Hi Guys, I have an aircon kit the same manufacturer as per the one fitted to the CAV cars.I have a harness diagram but the connections as to which wire goes where is not available as CAV supply the switches and indicators when the kit is fitted at the factory. Much of the wiring I have sorted...

Hi Guys, Just a mention that I have just received a pair of seats from Frank Catt in the UK and they are superb.Anybody considering seats should give Frank a ring. Great seats , great service.Thanks Frank

Hi Guys, Can anyone tell me what diameter (and possible part number) the Lucas side turn indicator lamp is as fitted to the front of chassis 1076 and other Gulf cars of 1968/69? If anybody knows a source that would be great. cheers Dave

Hi Guys, My car is finally starting to take shape after two years. You can check it out at http://www.cobraclub.co.za/CCSA_NAT/Index.htm Look under member/projects. Link to pics is at the end of the write-up. One of these days my 428 Cobra will be relegated to second. (hope the wife doesn't read...

Hi Guys, Does anybody have a detailed picture and dimensions of the decal that was on the door (by the hinge)of Alan Mann's yellow XGT-1??. Looks like a rampant lion with rabbit ears .. cheers Dave

Hi Guys, On most modern cars where the windscreen is bonded direct to the body frame, the windscreen has a black edging that covers the bonding area not only for cosmetics but also to protect the silicon bonding from ultra violet.Has anybody got a good method of applying a black strip around the...

Hi Guys, Due to our stupid exchange rate and 20% import duty on all car parts I am trying to build as much as I can for my car with the help of my tame engineer. Does anybody have the dimensions or drawings for the exterior door handles. I see some of the "replica" parts are flat but believe the...

Hi Guys, My friend and co-gt40 builder picked up a sad gt-40 that was built with a Rover 3.5liter V8. This has two SU carbs that sit at an angle on a centre manifold. Does anybody know of a mod to this manifold to take a Holley carb? (I know!,I know! Ford only !!, I will now go and wash my...

Hi guys, Anybody with a CAV car can you give me the width and height of your headlights and the manufacturer name on the glass if possible. many thanks dave

Hi Guys, I have been told that the original car had an airvent cover (on the top of the dashboard) that was from a 64/65 Ford Zephyr. Can anybody verify this and if so does anybody know of a source for these? cheers Dave

Hi Guys, I have seen a number of GT40s where the filler/breather holes in the cyl head covers of the 302W have been closed off with maybe just a pipe going somewhere (to get more clearance for the rear clip ???) Surely you still need some form of breathing? where does this pipe go? and how do...

Hi Guys, Picked up a 1991 016 Audi transaxle with an "MR" ratio set. This box has an additional switch on the back of the 5 speed housing. The s/w is identical to the reverse light s/w by the selector shaft but seems to be operated by the 5th/rev selector shaft going towards the rear of the car...

Hi Guys, Do the Trigo Cobra rims fit a GT40?? I see that they only make one size 7.5x15 and 9.5x15 with a 3.5 inch back spacing. Has anybody got these on a GT40? cheers Dave

Hi Guys, I am building from the ground up and wonder if anybody has a wiring diagram for the MKI so I can get started on the loom. cheers Dave

Hi Guys, I read thru some long posts re ID'ing and Audi transaxle. The one I have doesn't match any of the usual numbers including the ones in an Audi workshop manual I have. The box is definately a 016. All the numbers that I can find on this are 016 301 211C, BDE1 4110, 088 301108L and 016...

Hi Guys, My name is Dave from Johannesburg South Africa. I have a MKIII kit which I am building. I was going to change the car to a MKI but decided against it. Does anybody have any pictures of the MKIII to help me get it as close to original as possible.Can anyone tell me how the side windows...

Hi Guys, Thanks for the advice on the the 351c water pump arm rest. I am sure I can overcome that now. The car I have has no seats or frames at all. I am 6ft 1.5in tall and can see this will be my next challenge. To fit in it! :-). Can anybody pls give me the dimensions between the front of the...

Hi Guys, A newbie to the Gt40 world from Johannesburg South Africa.This car got into my blood back when I was 16 in 1966. Had a long time to think about getting one . Bought a very sad looking 10 yr old KCC car in Johannesburg that has been abandoned for three years. It has a 351C block in it...