StreetDragsters TVR Chimaera 450 (Picture Heavy!!)
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Congratulations Matt that is a nice looking Chim and I'm sure it's been well looked after considering its history.
Just a few pointers.
1) The 4.0 HC is a high compression variant, not sure about a different cam though.
2) There was also a 4.3BV (big valve) which as the name suggests had a better cylinder head. Allegedly some 450's also had a big valve head.
3) Your car is actually a 4.6L even though it's called a 450 (every little helps!)
4) I wouldn't remove the trumpets, they are TVR specific ones slightly longer than the Land Rover originals for more torque higher up the rev range. You can however get replacement trumpets and plenums etc. from various companies such as ACT products amongst others. Some trumpets are better than none!
5) If you are looking for jobs to do I'd recommend three to constantly keep an eye on. Chassis condition, engine oil and coolant level (also whether the fans come on at ~90 degrees.)
6) Ok, four, take the footwell carpets up and make sure there's no damp getting in anywhere. It's a very common problem. You can search the forum for any details on these.
Welcome to the fold, viper stripes rule!
Just a few pointers.
1) The 4.0 HC is a high compression variant, not sure about a different cam though.
2) There was also a 4.3BV (big valve) which as the name suggests had a better cylinder head. Allegedly some 450's also had a big valve head.
3) Your car is actually a 4.6L even though it's called a 450 (every little helps!)
4) I wouldn't remove the trumpets, they are TVR specific ones slightly longer than the Land Rover originals for more torque higher up the rev range. You can however get replacement trumpets and plenums etc. from various companies such as ACT products amongst others. Some trumpets are better than none!
5) If you are looking for jobs to do I'd recommend three to constantly keep an eye on. Chassis condition, engine oil and coolant level (also whether the fans come on at ~90 degrees.)
6) Ok, four, take the footwell carpets up and make sure there's no damp getting in anywhere. It's a very common problem. You can search the forum for any details on these.
Welcome to the fold, viper stripes rule!
Cheers All
I've no idea what wheels they are, but i'll email the previous owner and see if he knows, i couldn't find any receipts or anything for them in the history.
Black with the same pearl lacquer used on the paint, they sparkle in the sun, very cool. Just hope i never ever kurb them!!!
Thanks
Matt
I've no idea what wheels they are, but i'll email the previous owner and see if he knows, i couldn't find any receipts or anything for them in the history.
Black with the same pearl lacquer used on the paint, they sparkle in the sun, very cool. Just hope i never ever kurb them!!!
Thanks
Matt
I like thoses seats, they's not the normal ones, are they Tuscan seats? I find on tracks days the standard seat are crap for holding you in place in corners.
You haven't mentioned brakes, the standard ones are ok for road, any track stuff any you'll might find as I did they fade. I replaced mine all round with drilled grooved standard size disks (260mm front 293 rear) and road/race pads, had a failure with Mintex Extreme but after changing to Red Stuff C they are much better. So far no fade but they are still not awesome, next time I'll get bigger disks and 4 pot calipers up front.
Nice looking car!
You haven't mentioned brakes, the standard ones are ok for road, any track stuff any you'll might find as I did they fade. I replaced mine all round with drilled grooved standard size disks (260mm front 293 rear) and road/race pads, had a failure with Mintex Extreme but after changing to Red Stuff C they are much better. So far no fade but they are still not awesome, next time I'll get bigger disks and 4 pot calipers up front.
Nice looking car!
Oh yer, the brakes-
EBC Red Stuff's front and back with grooved discs, seem ok but i've not put them through too much pace at the moment.
Yep, Tuscan seats, very comfortable although the bolsters get a hard time when you get in and out, but a lovely mod all the same, done by a previous owner however.
Thanks for all comments, i'll try and keep this thread updated with anychanges i make to the car
Thanks
Matt
EBC Red Stuff's front and back with grooved discs, seem ok but i've not put them through too much pace at the moment.
Yep, Tuscan seats, very comfortable although the bolsters get a hard time when you get in and out, but a lovely mod all the same, done by a previous owner however.
Thanks for all comments, i'll try and keep this thread updated with anychanges i make to the car
Thanks
Matt
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