More bits on their way... slowly. After a long and very helpful conversation with Peter from GKD, I've put my order in for a kit. The only downside is that it will take 8-10 weeks to arrive, which works out around end of Feburary sometime.
But the conversation has helped nail down the spec a bit: no LSD (he reckons traction control should cover all my powersliding needs), no rollcage (back-braced roll bar should suffice for a mostly road car) some advice on wheels (I've managed to get hold of some 16" M3 wheels off Ebay which should look pretty good). Also I've deleted seats from the spec so I can get my own, though of course I am now overwhelmed with options here...
I've also scored a build manual for their other car, which is similar, so I now have some idea of what will be involved. It doesn't look too bad (no welding required), though Peter reckons about 160-200 hours for novices.
Next step: buy an engine crane.
Tuesday 22 December 2009
Monday 21 December 2009
Day 1: Engine ordered
Having had the vague itch to build a Seven for some time, this article on the GKD Legend pushed me over the edge. Six cylinder BMW power in a 600 kg car? Do want. After surprisingly little convincing, Emily agreed and even got quite keen on the idea.
Spec was a simple decision: the biggest engine my budget can afford is the E36 328, so that's what I'm getting.
So we've ordered an engine, gearbox and assorted oily bits. 2.8 litre straight six, should be good for 200 bhp. That ought to be enough to start with. Bit nervous about handing over £900 to some random on Ebay, but hopefully he won't disappear with my money. Hoping for delivery soon after Christmas.
Next tasks: clear out the garage (anyone want a dining table?), and buy an engine crane so we can move it around, and maybe some other assorted tools. Hopefully the portable electric heater is up to the job of making the garage bearable in the prevailing artic conditions. Also: speak to GKD and put an order in for a chassis.
Just want to get started now, but can't really do much until bits start arriving.
Spec was a simple decision: the biggest engine my budget can afford is the E36 328, so that's what I'm getting.
So we've ordered an engine, gearbox and assorted oily bits. 2.8 litre straight six, should be good for 200 bhp. That ought to be enough to start with. Bit nervous about handing over £900 to some random on Ebay, but hopefully he won't disappear with my money. Hoping for delivery soon after Christmas.
Next tasks: clear out the garage (anyone want a dining table?), and buy an engine crane so we can move it around, and maybe some other assorted tools. Hopefully the portable electric heater is up to the job of making the garage bearable in the prevailing artic conditions. Also: speak to GKD and put an order in for a chassis.
Just want to get started now, but can't really do much until bits start arriving.
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