GEEZ LOUISE Engine swap - Page 7

ianxy351 · 04-09-2009, 09:38 PM

Hi Col and Jack. Good vid! Does your coupe have a 4 or 6 point cage in it? Any registration problems. I have a 6 point steel cage to go into mine, but I'm thinking about cutting it back to 4 point to avoid any entry issue and rego problems.

Ian

Geez Louise · 05-09-2009, 12:01 AM

Hi Ian...It is a 4 point cage and we never had any problems but we have had it in for 10 years?? I think now. We were told when we first fitted it that as long as it doesnt block access then it is fine but I believe the laws have changed in the past few years....Not too sure..Maybe someone else can answer that question clearer than I can

Cheers
Coll

TruBlu351 · 05-09-2009, 01:21 AM

Cage stuff.........4 points are OK, but if you get it engineered from the RTA, the vehicle will become registered with no back seat.

RTA doesn't like 6 point cages.

Regarding impeding entry.....are you talking about side intrusion bars for the front seats? Again, RTA says no to welded/fixed side intrusions......you can weld on ends that make them removeable. You can still use these on a 4 or 6 point cage. Rear seat impedance isn't an issue as you can't have people back there......or it is an issue if you want them there ;)

If you cut/refabricate any of the monocoque chassis and want it ANDRA approved (to run 10's)

: then you need a full 6 point with WELDED intrusion bars.....with an untouched chassis, just a 4 point cage is required.

All the new national rules are making 6 points very hard, if not close to impossible to get approved.....just gotta be lucky

You can bolt in the front section as required for racing for your own safety, but ANDRA only requires a 4 point (for less than 10.99). If you ever "require" a 6 point, it must be welded.

RTA vs ANDRA! Ahhhhhhhhhhh

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Geez Louise · 05-09-2009, 06:04 PM

Thanks for that Adrian...I knew someone would know more than I do on that particular subject.

I fitted all the final touches to the coupe today

It has been person (read Colleen) alised!!

Very happy with how it has come out.

Bring on Echuca

gtfpv · 05-09-2009, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geez Louise

Jack took her for a test drive today.

Here is a video - > Video

She sounds pretty good

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We have more issues with it...of course!! The tailshaft has been taken in for balancing. We need to replace the axle U joint flange..Hopefully 3rd times a charm!

sounds a bit tinny dont ya think !! NOT. :evil3:

FTGAutosalvage · 06-09-2009, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TruBlu351

Cage stuff.........4 points are OK, but if you get it engineered from the RTA, the vehicle will become registered with no back seat.

RTA doesn't like 6 point cages.

Regarding impeding entry.....are you talking about side intrusion bars for the front seats? Again, RTA says no to welded/fixed side intrusions......you can weld on ends that make them removeable. You can still use these on a 4 or 6 point cage. Rear seat impedance isn't an issue as you can't have people back there......or it is an issue if you want them there ;)

If you cut/refabricate any of the monocoque chassis and want it ANDRA approved (to run 10's)

: then you need a full 6 point with WELDED intrusion bars.....with an untouched chassis, just a 4 point cage is required.

All the new national rules are making 6 points very hard, if not close to impossible to get approved.....just gotta be lucky

You can bolt in the front section as required for racing for your own safety, but ANDRA only requires a 4 point (for less than 10.99). If you ever "require" a 6 point, it must be welded.

RTA vs ANDRA! Ahhhhhhhhhhh

ing_sm

rules in Vic are a little different. 6 point cage is allowed. needs to have correct padding on it.
2 of my race cars are road registered , 1 has a 8 point welded in cage the other has a welded in 6 point with intrusion bars.

car is looking great Col & Jack. Look forward to you bringing it down to work Col. I will clear a space out the front.

ianxy351 · 06-09-2009, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TruBlu351

Cage stuff.........4 points are OK, but if you get it engineered from the RTA, the vehicle will become registered with no back seat.

RTA doesn't like 6 point cages.

Regarding impeding entry.....are you talking about side intrusion bars for the front seats? Again, RTA says no to welded/fixed side intrusions......you can weld on ends that make them removeable. You can still use these on a 4 or 6 point cage. Rear seat impedance isn't an issue as you can't have people back there......or it is an issue if you want them there ;)

If you cut/refabricate any of the monocoque chassis and want it ANDRA approved (to run 10's)

: then you need a full 6 point with WELDED intrusion bars.....with an untouched chassis, just a 4 point cage is required.

All the new national rules are making 6 points very hard, if not close to impossible to get approved.....just gotta be lucky

You can bolt in the front section as required for racing for your own safety, but ANDRA only requires a 4 point (for less than 10.99). If you ever "require" a 6 point, it must be welded.

RTA vs ANDRA! Ahhhhhhhhhhh

ing_sm

Thanks Adrian - very good explanation.

Cheers

Ian

Geez Louise · 06-09-2009, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FTGAutosalvage

car is looking great Col & Jack. Look forward to you bringing it down to work Col. I will clear a space out the front.

Make it a big one!!

See you in the morning around 9ish D.

FTGAutosalvage · 07-09-2009, 06:27 PM

thanks for the sneak peek this morning

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Geez Louise · 07-09-2009, 07:41 PM

No worries Darren. You were the first person to see her done..She looks pretty good doesnt she

I scrapped those speedbumps around the corner though and I went over them slow too. :( You did warn me!

Geez Louise · 08-09-2009, 07:56 PM

Took the rims off the car today and spent HOURS polishing them...grrrr! :( Also got the offset moved (oh yeah baby...more room for rubber!!)

The one of the left has been polished...one on the right has yet to be done..For all the work that went into polishing them...thought the difference would have been more obvious...

New rubber get put on her tomorrow...Goin all out OLD SKOOL COOL!!

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cob115 · 08-09-2009, 08:52 PM

looking great ,what of set /back space have you guys got now?

Tha Jack · 08-09-2009, 09:41 PM

Pat,
They now have a 5 1/4 inch backspace.
Should be no more scraping issues now.

Apollo66 · 09-09-2009, 12:26 AM

Watch that dog, think it's lining up to make a mark.

looking good. Hard work that polishing.

Big Mike · 09-09-2009, 02:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geez Louise

The one of the left has been polished...one on the right has yet to be done

You sure you've got that the right way round?

Geez Louise · 10-09-2009, 01:26 AM

Yes. I got it the right way around. I know it doesn't look that shiny in the pics...but on the car! WOW!!

New rubber got put on today and they look great!! Car also is back on the dyno mid morning so we will see how it goes

fatasslandau · 10-09-2009, 08:15 PM

looking good better let us know how the dyno goes

Geez Louise · 11-09-2009, 12:44 AM

Well it got dyno'd...and let's just say...we are okay with the results...

Here it is: -->> Video

Here is another pic of the rims before they went to get rubber on. You can tell the difference in this pic

Here is a pic of the engine bay...notice anything different??

And the new tyres...DOMINATOR!!! Lovin it! Made by Cooper....driven by Coll

Haven't washed the blue off them yet. Jack just told me that is my job on the weekend :(

You can see how much room we now have. They are 295's on the back and fit with heaps of room to spare.

All in all...I think I can say...Jack and I are very happy campers

I can't wait to have some legal fun on the track...Bring on Echuca!

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montyv8 · 11-09-2009, 03:04 AM

what were the other ends of the ratchet straps attached to?

cob115 · 11-09-2009, 07:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by montyv8

what were the other ends of the ratchet straps attached to?

lookslike the door piler : )whats the results col ,i wont tell

Geez Louise · 11-09-2009, 09:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cob115

lookslike the door piler : )whats the results col ,i wont tell

Thats okay Pat...neither will I!

It was more than 150...and less than 350.

: Going to compare how well it does on the track...we will let you know in Echuca

As for the straps....you are correct.

We have also done some more stuff to the car that is not on here. I will have a look after work and see what I missed posting up...Lots more goodies

fordmfp · 11-09-2009, 12:38 PM

Hey guys AWESOME job!! It looks sensational and sounds the good too, The 295s look super fat on the back!! Good job

Geez Louise · 11-09-2009, 09:38 PM

Jack put new rear leaf springs on the car today....You can see why!

New Springs:

Old spring with a new one...Lets play..spot the sag shall we?

And being the wonderful wife that I am...I picked these up for Jack today...

It is not all good news....The starter motor decided she aint gonna starts no more..So I also picked up another one of those.

Hopefully after tomorrow when we fit these parts...THAT WILL BE IT!! and we can just sit in it, rev it and tick off the neighbours.

Big Mike · 12-09-2009, 03:57 AM

Its almost amazing they stay up with just 3½ leaves like that old one isn't it.

Brakes look fantastic! Might need to grab some details about those at some stage!

Geez Louise · 12-09-2009, 11:07 AM

The brakes and starter motor are going on today.

BIG THANKS to Darren at Ferntree Gully Auto Salvage for coming to the rescue yesterday with another starter motor at 5pm and for allowing me to take his beloved brakes off his hands. At least you know they have gone to a good home. They are going to be FANTASTIC on the coupe. Thanks again Darren

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fatasslandau · 12-09-2009, 03:45 PM

this car just keeps getting better n better........i don't think those brakes will be any good to you so i think i should take them off your hands . i like to help out where i can

Geez Louise · 12-09-2009, 05:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fatasslandau

this car just keeps getting better n better........i don't think those brakes will be any good to you so i think i should take them off your hands . i like to help out where i can

Well if thats the case..ya couldda come down to Melb Col and fit them for me!!

Starter motor is in and it's alive! Thank goodness for that.

Boza · 12-09-2009, 06:06 PM

wow i just skimmed through this whole build and am loving your commitment to this car she has certanly turned out a treat a credit to you and your other half what a beutifull car.

I wish i had the health and finances to do what you are doing also its great to see a woman getting her hands dirty and not afraid to restore a car once again well done.

Jallopy · 12-09-2009, 06:43 PM

Wow all that good gear still going on.

From the pics new springs have more sag than the originals.
Are the new spring packs lowered?
If it rides too hard you can always remove the third leaf.
I like a soft ride

Geez Louise · 12-09-2009, 06:53 PM

Here is another pic:

We have put King Spring Super lows on the front and King Spring Lows on the back. We like the effect of having the back end a little higher.

Thanks for the comments guys...she is coming along. A few more little bits and pieces...I thought we had finished her but then something always crops up.