James' GT-Forté scratch build GT40 MkI
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James, welcome to our world to those of us who live in Florida. The summer months are the months I work on special projects on the 40 in the garage so I know how you feel about the heat. Its the humidity that kills me though. Our winter is when all the car shows and long drives happen so no time to do much then. Nice to know you're getting some good weather though. My brother in Ipswich always tells me...."we had our summer yesterday." It always makes me laugh. BTW, nice work too.
Cheers Jimmy
Yep, we like to moan about the weather over here!
Yep, we like to moan about the weather over here!
I've just had some laser cut pieces delivered...
For those in the UK, I can recommend these guys - Sheet Metal | Sheet Metal Fabrication | Laser Cutting & Profiling
They have an online system where you can upload your CAD files and it'll give you an instant quote. Minimum charge is £40 + VAT, so it's handy if you've got a few pieces which need doing.
For those in the UK, I can recommend these guys - Sheet Metal | Sheet Metal Fabrication | Laser Cutting & Profiling
They have an online system where you can upload your CAD files and it'll give you an instant quote. Minimum charge is £40 + VAT, so it's handy if you've got a few pieces which need doing.
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I've modified a power supply unit from an old PC so I can use it as a 'lab' power source.
I'm going to give electrolysis a go for cleaning a few parts, so I can use if for that and I guess it'll come in handy for testing circuits as I build up the wiring loom etc.
Can't take credit for the idea though - there are a few good video on you tube!
I'm going to give electrolysis a go for cleaning a few parts, so I can use if for that and I guess it'll come in handy for testing circuits as I build up the wiring loom etc.
Can't take credit for the idea though - there are a few good video on you tube!
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Hi Renato
Sorry for the delay, just back from hols...
It's mild steel plate, 5mm think. For the wishbones I'm planning to use 1" OD x 12swg wall CDS tube. I'll probably get a 6 metre length of it so I can use it for the upper wishbones and rear radius arms etc.
Cheers
James
Sorry for the delay, just back from hols...
It's mild steel plate, 5mm think. For the wishbones I'm planning to use 1" OD x 12swg wall CDS tube. I'll probably get a 6 metre length of it so I can use it for the upper wishbones and rear radius arms etc.
Cheers
James
Bit more electrolysis done....
I'll replace all the caliper parts with new items. The piston doesn't look too bad, but as I've got it in bits I'll pop a new one in.
I'm struggling finding a replacement handbrake shaft though. It's pretty pitted where it was in contact with the seal. Can't find anyone online who has them listed. I'll give a few of the specialists a call (eg Brakes International and Bigg Red) to see if they can supply them...
I'll replace all the caliper parts with new items. The piston doesn't look too bad, but as I've got it in bits I'll pop a new one in.
I'm struggling finding a replacement handbrake shaft though. It's pretty pitted where it was in contact with the seal. Can't find anyone online who has them listed. I'll give a few of the specialists a call (eg Brakes International and Bigg Red) to see if they can supply them...
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Hi Rene
I've generally been leaving them over night, so around 12 hours. It depends how stubborn the rust is. This caliper was particularly rusty, so it's been in a couple of times. Some of the parts with just light rust were done in 4-5 hours. Looking forward to getting it primed and painted up. Don't like rusty things in my garage
I've generally been leaving them over night, so around 12 hours. It depends how stubborn the rust is. This caliper was particularly rusty, so it's been in a couple of times. Some of the parts with just light rust were done in 4-5 hours. Looking forward to getting it primed and painted up. Don't like rusty things in my garage
Hi James
Lovely job on your build. I meant to ask you. Do you have the measurements for the 'U' brackets ? I have a pre-cut chassis pack for the GT40. Whilst it shows most of how it goes together, there is nothing relating to where to bend and drill the 'U' brackets.
Regards
Stephen
Lovely job on your build. I meant to ask you. Do you have the measurements for the 'U' brackets ? I have a pre-cut chassis pack for the GT40. Whilst it shows most of how it goes together, there is nothing relating to where to bend and drill the 'U' brackets.
Regards
Stephen
Hi Stephen
Does this mean you'll have 2 GT40s?!
I guess the design of the U-brackets will depend on what bushes you're going to use unless you're going with rod ends.
I'm using PB121 as attached which you can get from Rally Design. I used 40mm wide 3mm thick mild steel plate with a gap of a shade over 38mm.
Cheers
James
Does this mean you'll have 2 GT40s?!
I guess the design of the U-brackets will depend on what bushes you're going to use unless you're going with rod ends.
I'm using PB121 as attached which you can get from Rally Design. I used 40mm wide 3mm thick mild steel plate with a gap of a shade over 38mm.
Cheers
James
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Hi James
Well I started collecting spare parts for my existing GT40 (Dax) just in case it gets damaged. Along the way I came across a number of parts that I thought were reasonably priced, so I bought them. Not really the sort of thing I would use on my Dax. I did think the chassis pack from GT Forte was reasonable, so I bought it. I also got a set of wide rear arches at a discounted price, for purchasing the chassis.
I have various other bits and pieces, so I suppose I do have enough to commence another build. Not really sure whether I will, as I bought the stuff as backup for my Dax. Hence the questions regarding the brackets.
Regards
Stephen
Well I started collecting spare parts for my existing GT40 (Dax) just in case it gets damaged. Along the way I came across a number of parts that I thought were reasonably priced, so I bought them. Not really the sort of thing I would use on my Dax. I did think the chassis pack from GT Forte was reasonable, so I bought it. I also got a set of wide rear arches at a discounted price, for purchasing the chassis.
I have various other bits and pieces, so I suppose I do have enough to commence another build. Not really sure whether I will, as I bought the stuff as backup for my Dax. Hence the questions regarding the brackets.
Regards
Stephen
