What have you done in your Garage this evening??
Discussion
Dollyman1850 said:
There are a number of issues which require modification on that sump.
I wouldn't use it without the modifications.
N.
Dont worry Neil we have it all in hand plus over two Thousand Miles of testing already on the engine and she is working beautifully no issue that are a concern.I wouldn't use it without the modifications.
N.
Andrew
plasticpig72 said:
Looks like a nice wide wing job. Is it possible to change without removing the engine.
I imagine the shocks are adjustable platforms so you can tune ride height
Alan
Yes ride height adjustable Alan as for sump no it can be fitted without removing engine i will have the gear box out at the same time so that will help with access.I imagine the shocks are adjustable platforms so you can tune ride height
Alan
Its be built to allow removal of starter motor which sometimes is an issue
Andrew
Dollyman1850 said:
Grantura MKI said:
Is that sump for Neil???
Looks a lot better now.
Best,
D.
There are a number of issues which require modification on that sump.Looks a lot better now.
Best,
D.
I wouldn't use it without the modifications.
N.
Best,
D.
Grantura MKI said:
Strange...the firm that made this sump has been in business for over 50 years and has vast racing, boating history and it's products are more than tested in real world arenas. It is expensive, but you get what you pay for.
Best,
D.
Its not a criticism of the product David but an observation regarding the application in which it will be used.Best,
D.
The engines that this sort of sump are usually fitted to are performance applications which are stripped regularly.
I suspect andrews car won't be. As such there are some modifications to make in order to make the sump more suited to a road car application. I also run a baffled 4 trap door sump with windage tray with slightly larger wings than that one and they aren't all the same. There are subtle differences and a number of the detail differences I note with that sump would lead me to make some modifications.
I find it quite sad that Andrew continues to try to make humorous anecdotes seemingly trying to poke fun at the misfortunes of others when he could actually learn something. As a baffled sump with 4 trap doors I am sure it will work perfectly well to limit oil movement keep the pick up covered and prevent surge. I am sure it is being replaced for good reason. I am confident the owner will have many happy hours looking at it from beneath his car lift.
N.
Dollyman1850 said:
Grantura MKI said:
Strange...the firm that made this sump has been in business for over 50 years and has vast racing, boating history and it's products are more than tested in real world arenas. It is expensive, but you get what you pay for.
Best,
D.
Its not a criticism of the product David but an observation regarding the application in which it will be used.Best,
D.
The engines that this sort of sump are usually fitted to are performance applications which are stripped regularly.
I suspect andrews car won't be. As such there are some modifications to make in order to make the sump more suited to a road car application. I also run a baffled 4 trap door sump with windage tray with slightly larger wings than that one and they aren't all the same. There are subtle differences and a number of the detail differences I note with that sump would lead me to make some modifications.
I find it quite sad that Andrew continues to try to make humorous anecdotes seemingly trying to poke fun at the misfortunes of others when he could actually learn something. As a baffled sump with 4 trap doors I am sure it will work perfectly well to limit oil movement keep the pick up covered and prevent surge. I am sure it is being replaced for good reason. I am confident the owner will have many happy hours looking at it from beneath his car lift.
N.
I tend to ask those I trust rather than the collective audience on forums.
As a self proclaimed expert we see as much of the underside of your car as we do the re cycled pictures of her on track as its not been out often and certainly not reliable.
If your going to promote yourself as a self proclaimed TVR Guru and a successor to one of your racing heroes I think you need some more schooling both on track and in the workshop.
As for looking at the sump when fitted its very hard to do that at 125mph on the autobahn as my cars as you are aware are used and enjoyed and not just by myself and thankfully never let me down where I have not got home.
The Sump for me is more about ground clearance however as I was going to the expense of having it made it made sense to have it baffled as at a future point in its life it way well be used as a track day car with further alterations.
Yes I like a clean smart car and work hard to maintain them at a level that's good but never perfect as they are drivers cars and I not only drive them often and on long trips but others do as well.
Hopefully it shows that these cars treated right are reliable and fun and bring miles of Smiles to not only there owners but others as well.
Lastly I take no delight in the misfortune of others however your like the Lady up the ladder with no underwear its hard not to comment especially as you tend to have an opinion on everyone's projects or problems however elsewhere on other forums your asking you Guru Friend virtually what time you should go to bed.
I trust you get your car sorted and maybe some of the advice you ignore from other Experts should be taken up.
Andrew
Andrew Gray said:
Dollyman1850 said:
Grantura MKI said:
Strange...the firm that made this sump has been in business for over 50 years and has vast racing, boating history and it's products are more than tested in real world arenas. It is expensive, but you get what you pay for.
Best,
D.
Its not a criticism of the product David but an observation regarding the application in which it will be used.Best,
D.
The engines that this sort of sump are usually fitted to are performance applications which are stripped regularly.
I suspect andrews car won't be. As such there are some modifications to make in order to make the sump more suited to a road car application. I also run a baffled 4 trap door sump with windage tray with slightly larger wings than that one and they aren't all the same. There are subtle differences and a number of the detail differences I note with that sump would lead me to make some modifications.
I find it quite sad that Andrew continues to try to make humorous anecdotes seemingly trying to poke fun at the misfortunes of others when he could actually learn something. As a baffled sump with 4 trap doors I am sure it will work perfectly well to limit oil movement keep the pick up covered and prevent surge. I am sure it is being replaced for good reason. I am confident the owner will have many happy hours looking at it from beneath his car lift.
N.
I tend to ask those I trust rather than the collective audience on forums.
As a self proclaimed expert we see as much of the underside of your car as we do the re cycled pictures of her on track as its not been out often and certainly not reliable.
If your going to promote yourself as a self proclaimed TVR Guru and a successor to one of your racing heroes I think you need some more schooling both on track and in the workshop.
As for looking at the sump when fitted its very hard to do that at 125mph on the autobahn as my cars as you are aware are used and enjoyed and not just by myself and thankfully never let me down where I have not got home.
The Sump for me is more about ground clearance however as I was going to the expense of having it made it made sense to have it baffled as at a future point in its life it way well be used as a track day car with further alterations.
Yes I like a clean smart car and work hard to maintain them at a level that's good but never perfect as they are drivers cars and I not only drive them often and on long trips but others do as well.
Hopefully it shows that these cars treated right are reliable and fun and bring miles of Smiles to not only there owners but others as well.
Lastly I take no delight in the misfortune of others however your like the Lady up the ladder with no underwear its hard not to comment especially as you tend to have an opinion on everyone's projects or problems however elsewhere on other forums your asking you Guru Friend virtually what time you should go to bed.
I trust you get your car sorted and maybe some of the advice you ignore from other Experts should be taken up.
Andrew
These forums are populated by a sensitive group and it takes little for some to withdraw. Sadly it seems, the more knowledgeable, the more sensitive.
Why can't we just let things like this drop or acknowledge the other persons opinion, which may or may not be valid and even stretch out to constructively counter the observation. Ergo we all learn a little on the way.
My mum often said if you cant say anything nice, then best to say nothing. This place has already downsized as a source of good information - and its becoming less useful as time goes by....
Edited by anonymous-user on Tuesday 16th August 08:11
Edited by anonymous-user on Tuesday 16th August 08:13
(says so on the wall....)
Another day and a little more done.
Bell housing finished and Modified and ready to go back on.
Gear box was badly painted so i stripped back and sanded areas where the cast was rough and uneven and etch primed ready to start the enamel coats tomorrow.
I do like these new spray heads they make it feel more in control when spraying
Andrew
Bell housing finished and Modified and ready to go back on.
Gear box was badly painted so i stripped back and sanded areas where the cast was rough and uneven and etch primed ready to start the enamel coats tomorrow.
I do like these new spray heads they make it feel more in control when spraying
Andrew
Oil Pan Fitted rather happy with the clearance the old one hung down about 1.5 inches below the sway bar now its level with the sway bar.
The Felpro one piece gasket certainly made the job easier especially single handed.
Shame they dont do them for British Ford Engines
A big thank You to Grantura MK1 for filling his suit case when he was coming over they are custom made there in CA
Andrew
The Felpro one piece gasket certainly made the job easier especially single handed.
Shame they dont do them for British Ford Engines
A big thank You to Grantura MK1 for filling his suit case when he was coming over they are custom made there in CA
Andrew
Edited by Andrew Gray on Sunday 23 October 17:14
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