Project 2.
Re: Project 2.
All ready for a trip to Bunbury in June eh ?????
I started with nothing and still have most of it left.
Foundation member #61 of FB/EK Holden club of W.A.
Foundation member #61 of FB/EK Holden club of W.A.
Re: Project 2.
Looking very nice Brett
FB ute fixer upper, EK van on rotisserie
FB ute fixer upper, EK van on rotisserie
getting my FB ute on the road
EK van on rotisserie
EK van on rotisserie
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Re: Project 2.
Thanks gents. Mechanically it is tidy, but body is really rough actually. It's no show car that's for sure.
Really happy with the hydraulic clutch bearing set up for those contemplating it. It is very pricey in comparison to standard setup but a good unit. Instructions said 3/4" master cylinder but pedal was hard work. Swapped over to 5/8" and pedal is easy and with good feel.
By the way, because of the breakaway mounts for the Torrie column I could not refit the original heavy helper spring after removing the cable clutch set up, so currently it is working perfectly with no return spring at all. Same with brake pedal.
Many thanks to Harv for supplying another pedal box to scavange from. For those interested, for the Celica W50 conversion, I used the M20 pressure plate, Celica/Holden modified clutch plate, Dellow bellhousing and Mal Wood throwout bearing, F0rd 5/8" clutch master cylinder and EK clutch pedal.
As you can probably tell, I am really enjoying my Celica 5 speed setup. It's perfectly suited to the car. Modern Holden 5 or 6 speeds may be even better- I dont know. M20 is a tractor box by comparison.
The only bug left to overcome is the steering....
Really happy with the hydraulic clutch bearing set up for those contemplating it. It is very pricey in comparison to standard setup but a good unit. Instructions said 3/4" master cylinder but pedal was hard work. Swapped over to 5/8" and pedal is easy and with good feel.
By the way, because of the breakaway mounts for the Torrie column I could not refit the original heavy helper spring after removing the cable clutch set up, so currently it is working perfectly with no return spring at all. Same with brake pedal.
Many thanks to Harv for supplying another pedal box to scavange from. For those interested, for the Celica W50 conversion, I used the M20 pressure plate, Celica/Holden modified clutch plate, Dellow bellhousing and Mal Wood throwout bearing, F0rd 5/8" clutch master cylinder and EK clutch pedal.
As you can probably tell, I am really enjoying my Celica 5 speed setup. It's perfectly suited to the car. Modern Holden 5 or 6 speeds may be even better- I dont know. M20 is a tractor box by comparison.
The only bug left to overcome is the steering....
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Sucker for a rusty bomb
Re: Project 2.
XR XT I believe is the specific clutch master to use. I concur on the good performance of the Mal Wood slave.
FB ute fixer upper, EK van on rotisserie
FB ute fixer upper, EK van on rotisserie
getting my FB ute on the road
EK van on rotisserie
EK van on rotisserie
Re: Project 2.
Hi Brett,
As you have said, the combination would make for satisfying driving. You can let loose on the gearbox if you have the courage, they are pretty tough.
Job well done.
Greg
As you have said, the combination would make for satisfying driving. You can let loose on the gearbox if you have the courage, they are pretty tough.
Job well done.
Greg
So many cars so little time!
Re: Project 2.
Very neat Brett looks fantastic- love the colour, well done
Re: Project 2.
Hey Brett are you bring Barney over for the Nats???
Member of WA FB/EK Car Club
Frankenstein EK V6 Ute
The Reverend FB Station Wagon Project
1950's Commer Light Truck (2.5 Ton)
Frankenstein EK V6 Ute
The Reverend FB Station Wagon Project
1950's Commer Light Truck (2.5 Ton)
Re: Project 2.
Join the SA convoy....
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getting my FB ute on the road
EK van on rotisserie
EK van on rotisserie
Re: Project 2.
Nice day for a little cruise to Gundaroo with some neighbours. Apologies for poor photography.
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Re: Project 2.
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Re: Project 2.
noice
I started with nothing and still have most of it left.
Foundation member #61 of FB/EK Holden club of W.A.
Foundation member #61 of FB/EK Holden club of W.A.
Re: Project 2.
Barney's looking great there Brett and I love the FC beside him
Member of WA FB/EK Car Club
Frankenstein EK V6 Ute
The Reverend FB Station Wagon Project
1950's Commer Light Truck (2.5 Ton)
Frankenstein EK V6 Ute
The Reverend FB Station Wagon Project
1950's Commer Light Truck (2.5 Ton)