Peugeot 205 with 4wd cosworth engine and running gear.
#2721
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i enjoy riding round the little country lanes seeing what is tucked away.
the only problem with the two strokes is how much your clothes smell after a ride.
#2722
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What a difference a day makes. I have decided to not swap the DT to supermoto, instead I have found a 125 already converted.
#2723
cossie fan (unluckerly)
Cool little bike. I sold this today for 900 day light hours mot left kick husky 610. I’ve no where to keep it anymore and not used it for over a year. So it’s money towards my engine.
Last edited by ajamesc; 02-04-2020 at 07:51 PM.
#2724
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Wow, that was cheap. I would have had that for when I do the full test.
#2725
PassionFord Post Troll
Look mint them lads I do love them just cant I get to carried away I got a ccm 600 but had to get rid loved it just cant risk another big offski and it would've happend lol
#2726
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Coming along well.
#2727
PassionFord Post Troll
Shocking that mate I could do better with my rivet gun 😂👍
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Caddyshack (03-04-2020)
#2728
I've found that life I needed.. It's HERE!!
Decent progress now. Looking really good.
#2730
I see what you did there with the 2021...LOL
It is coming back in May 2020 no matter what, Mark knows that and has said it will def be finished.
I am just about to buy a TIG welder and taking lessons so I can do work on my 944 and even might do little bits on the 205 as long as I am good enough by then not to ruin anything. The company selling me the TIG have offered some free basic lessons and then there is a company in Essex who do Ł140 per day group lessons. I am buying a decent quality TIG and probably a higher end MIG at the same time along with one of the new high end auto welding helmets.
It is coming back in May 2020 no matter what, Mark knows that and has said it will def be finished.
I am just about to buy a TIG welder and taking lessons so I can do work on my 944 and even might do little bits on the 205 as long as I am good enough by then not to ruin anything. The company selling me the TIG have offered some free basic lessons and then there is a company in Essex who do Ł140 per day group lessons. I am buying a decent quality TIG and probably a higher end MIG at the same time along with one of the new high end auto welding helmets.
#2733
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The lockdown means I cannot go up for my seat fitting and I should not be collecting. Mark is in working when he can. The lock down means that I will probably collect the car in June now ideally. My car transport bloke is working a bit but he has a new born so he is being careful too. I am taking the lock down seriously and will allow some time for that.
The gearbox does look tight in the pictures but it does come out easily enough as there is a lot more room now behind the engine as the bulkhead has been pulled back and all of the bolts can be easily got at from the engine side. One of the main briefs was to make room in the driver and passenger seating area as before the tunnel compromised the seating position. The 205 is a lot narrower than a Sierra or Escort. The engine is now chassis mounted so it is possible to lean the engine slightly to allow the 'box to angle down and out. I am not adverse to lowering the front cradle a little and dropping the engine a bit, if needed.
Before I used to wind 4 threaded bars up in to the chassis to replace the 19mm bolts holding the front subframe and then lower the engine on nuts about 2 inches or less, I could get the 'box out in around 40 mins all done.
The gearbox does look tight in the pictures but it does come out easily enough as there is a lot more room now behind the engine as the bulkhead has been pulled back and all of the bolts can be easily got at from the engine side. One of the main briefs was to make room in the driver and passenger seating area as before the tunnel compromised the seating position. The 205 is a lot narrower than a Sierra or Escort. The engine is now chassis mounted so it is possible to lean the engine slightly to allow the 'box to angle down and out. I am not adverse to lowering the front cradle a little and dropping the engine a bit, if needed.
Before I used to wind 4 threaded bars up in to the chassis to replace the 19mm bolts holding the front subframe and then lower the engine on nuts about 2 inches or less, I could get the 'box out in around 40 mins all done.
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#2734
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#2735
He’s definitely working because he’s posting pictures of the work that’s doing....... not yours🙄
but apart from seat, it’s ready to be picked up??
seems really odd to me, if I say that I’m going have a job or project ready. It must be ready on that date, unless something really goes wrong.
but apart from seat, it’s ready to be picked up??
seems really odd to me, if I say that I’m going have a job or project ready. It must be ready on that date, unless something really goes wrong.
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BillyEdmonds (30-04-2020)
#2736
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#2737
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It is no secret that it has massively run over. It has caused me much anguish and stress but I have made my peace with the choices I made.
The main metal work is done and it’s things like pipework and fuel tank fitting left. As soon as the lock down begins to lift I will apply the pressure to get the car back.
I expect Mark will compensate me with a free Martek frame and swing arm or the one for the ypvs engine when all is done. Lol.
let’s keep it positive. I do appreciate the concern but want to stick to the positives about the car.
The main metal work is done and it’s things like pipework and fuel tank fitting left. As soon as the lock down begins to lift I will apply the pressure to get the car back.
I expect Mark will compensate me with a free Martek frame and swing arm or the one for the ypvs engine when all is done. Lol.
let’s keep it positive. I do appreciate the concern but want to stick to the positives about the car.
#2738
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I have just had a dream project delivered, I wanted one of these since I was 17, 29 years later I got around to it. This is not my one but this is the pic I sent to the body shop yesterday as the spec.
The plan is to make it mint, just as above and then later add the 350 ypvs engine which is a common conversion and with the 400+cc kit they can run 100 horsepower. I think they are under 130kg.
The plan is to make it mint, just as above and then later add the 350 ypvs engine which is a common conversion and with the 400+cc kit they can run 100 horsepower. I think they are under 130kg.
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Mark V8 (02-05-2020)
#2739
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This is the colour scheme for the Aprilia...panels done and wheels and frame waiting for powder coat.
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rooos (12-05-2020)
#2740
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I have just had a dream project delivered, I wanted one of these since I was 17, 29 years later I got around to it. This is not my one but this is the pic I sent to the body shop yesterday as the spec.
The plan is to make it mint, just as above and then later add the 350 ypvs engine which is a common conversion and with the 400+cc kit they can run 100 horsepower. I think they are under 130kg.
The plan is to make it mint, just as above and then later add the 350 ypvs engine which is a common conversion and with the 400+cc kit they can run 100 horsepower. I think they are under 130kg.
Mark
#2741
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You can have a go when it’s done, Mark...I am around 5’11" and fit ok, you might be quite snug.
#2742
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Next job was where to keep them. My garage was built for 4 cars and then had a double length garage workshop on the right hand side, it is (the work shop)a little narrower than a typical council style garage and twice the length so I had the space in front of it.
I followed the roof line of the workshop (my office is above the garage) getting materials has been a challenge.
The voids were insulated then clad in ply and then I clad that in upvc ship lap wood grain effect. I have ordered an elec roller door that arrives next week and a hard plastic floor. I can store both bikes and 2 or 3 push bikes in there (two bikes lift up on pulleys in to the roof apex). I will get a digger in to make a parking space in front before the whole drive gets done in resin bonded aggregate.
#2745
cossie fan (unluckerly)
I have just had a dream project delivered, I wanted one of these since I was 17, 29 years later I got around to it. This is not my one but this is the pic I sent to the body shop yesterday as the spec.
The plan is to make it mint, just as above and then later add the 350 ypvs engine which is a common conversion and with the 400+cc kit they can run 100 horsepower. I think they are under 130kg.
The plan is to make it mint, just as above and then later add the 350 ypvs engine which is a common conversion and with the 400+cc kit they can run 100 horsepower. I think they are under 130kg.
#2746
I've found that life I needed.. It's HERE!!
“getting materials has been a challenge.”
l tried to get wood a few weeks ago only B&Q or Wickes were open and neither would let me order online.
More places open now so I’ll have to get it done before I get a job.
Your new build looks great.
l tried to get wood a few weeks ago only B&Q or Wickes were open and neither would let me order online.
More places open now so I’ll have to get it done before I get a job.
Your new build looks great.
#2747
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Love that c90...what engine have you used for the 125 donor?
@boost monster....yes, majority was Wickes click, wait 2 days, collect.
@boost monster....yes, majority was Wickes click, wait 2 days, collect.
#2748
cossie fan (unluckerly)
#2750
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Hi Paul, which bits? I have been going a bit mad ordering recently...I think I have a large order incoming?
I have the first 2 orders and put in another with Cagiva and other parts. Thanks for your help on the phone.
I have the first 2 orders and put in another with Cagiva and other parts. Thanks for your help on the phone.
Last edited by Caddyshack; 02-05-2020 at 08:13 PM.
#2751
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Aprilia supermoto frame fully stripped ready to go off and be dipped then powder coated.
Bought a book....this is really interesting and Ihighly recommend.
Pallet of floor tiles arrived for garage extension, these are not the squishy ones...laid it today.
#2753
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These new ones seem softer to me, from bigdug, they are really quick to fit and will be perfect for parking push bikes and motorbikes on.
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mk1turboestate (02-05-2020)
#2754
PassionFord Post Whore!!
Mark
#2755
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There was one bike about when I was 16 and nobody could keep up with it, that was Stan Stevens tuned.
#2757
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‘they won’t catch fire. If you want I can post you some offcuts to experiment with...if you want some pm me your address and I will post some on Monday.
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mk1turboestate (03-05-2020)
#2759
PassionFord Post Troll
Just my opinion of course but doesn’t look like he’s done too good a job of joining the new metal to the original shell and the welding doesn’t look anything special. Also with the box section under the gusset sections would surly make the car heavier than before? Only my opinion of course i’d just expect a better job considering the time and not doubt 30-40k he’s charging.
#2760
cossie fan (unluckerly)
Ive done a few coded courses now for work once a year past four years on mig. One thing you learn is how a weld looks tells you absolutely nothing lol. It can look all nice and pretty and everyone stood round thinking he can weld. Then it gets cut in half and the chemical gets put on it to highlight penetration and it’s a terrible weld.