Hi, my name is Neil. I've just finished and IVA'd a cobra and found that I've been bitten by the car building bug. What next? The Ultima is a very professional package and certainly goes, but somehow doesn't look quite right to my 50+ eyes! GT 40 manufacturers seem to be coming and going (mostly the latter) which doesn't inspire confidence. However, took a trip to Southampton last weekend to look at Southern GT and talk to Mick Sollis. He doesn't advertise much and I only came across his name by accident in this forum.
What a top bloke! His set up is very workman-like which is to say not posh but lots of work going on. Impressive considering he doesn't advertise. He gave up most of his Saturday morning to show me around and even took me to his house to look at his own car and drink his coffee. (much appreciated Mrs S).
The chassis and suspension set up looks well sorted, as he has now been developing it for several years. Inside, I was pleased find there is virtually no pedal offset thanks to the drivers seat being moved slightly centrally.
So, I've sent off my cheque as deposit and can't wait to start the build. I'm going for a Ford small block 331 stroker with fuel injection ( those 8 induction trumpets look brilliant) and a Renault transaxle. This latter should be strong enough for road and occasional track day use - I'm never going to be the world's fastest driver- but that combination should be enough for me to need a frequent change of underpants!
I'd be interested to hear anyone's opinion of modern fuel injection + engine management on an old FSB compared with the traditional webers and distributor. I'll keep you posted as to how I get on with the build though it's probably old hat to most of you now.
What a top bloke! His set up is very workman-like which is to say not posh but lots of work going on. Impressive considering he doesn't advertise. He gave up most of his Saturday morning to show me around and even took me to his house to look at his own car and drink his coffee. (much appreciated Mrs S).
The chassis and suspension set up looks well sorted, as he has now been developing it for several years. Inside, I was pleased find there is virtually no pedal offset thanks to the drivers seat being moved slightly centrally.
So, I've sent off my cheque as deposit and can't wait to start the build. I'm going for a Ford small block 331 stroker with fuel injection ( those 8 induction trumpets look brilliant) and a Renault transaxle. This latter should be strong enough for road and occasional track day use - I'm never going to be the world's fastest driver- but that combination should be enough for me to need a frequent change of underpants!
I'd be interested to hear anyone's opinion of modern fuel injection + engine management on an old FSB compared with the traditional webers and distributor. I'll keep you posted as to how I get on with the build though it's probably old hat to most of you now.
