pete_TT Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 Which steering wheel hub and snap off boss is that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxluc Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 Nice work Paul. (and Darren of course) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted February 28, 2009 Author Share Posted February 28, 2009 Which steering wheel hub and snap off boss is that? Boss kit is one of mine, the quick release part was off ebay, there only cheap on there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DARETT Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 Top stuff guys, Looking very good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dangerous D Posted February 28, 2009 Share Posted February 28, 2009 Yeah don't forget little me, get forgotten in the workshop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveL Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Yeah don't forget little me, get forgotten in the workshop ... don't worry mate - I won't forget ya! I know what really happens in the workshop Top work matey, can't believe how tidy it looks in there now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxluc Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Yeah don't forget little me, get forgotten in the workshop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Also, battery has been moved from the engine bay to the passenger footwell along with the battery cutoff http://www.garagewhifbitz.co.uk/images/stories/stevessuprarebuild/battery.jpg Will have to watch where I put my size 10's now then! Looks very smart guys, will need similar skills when I get the Rex done in 5yrs! :innocent: Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted March 2, 2009 Author Share Posted March 2, 2009 We can make a foot rest for you if like? And a grab handle to hold on? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 We can make a foot rest for you if like? And a grab handle to hold on? Why are you going to be driving it then?! :taped: This is captain slow we're talking about!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted March 2, 2009 Author Share Posted March 2, 2009 Oh yeah, we'll leave it alone then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveL Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 Why are you going to be driving it then?! :taped: This is captain slow we're talking about!!!!! Oh yeah, we'll leave it alone then! .... bunch of Tarts! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 .... bunch of Tarts! We love you really mate! :d I honestly think you, Paul and Ben have come on superbly when you think back to where it all started with Time Attack. With the cars evolving into serious track weapons it's looking good for a top season!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveL Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Quick update - no pics though I managed to get down to Whifbitz the other day. Must say, the boys have done a superb job on the work so far - Dazza's meticulous workmanship, as always, has mean't I can have a go at rebuilding the dash now. (with obviously no pressure from Daz in carrying on the workmanship style!) I managed to make a carboard template of the dash facia, so I can cut the carbon out thats going to replace it. This wasn't too bad a task - until I came to cutting the carbon! Lets just say I know appreciate why Toyota designed the main dash to be in 3 parts!!! I'm about half way through this, so when I get a chance to finish this I'll post up some pics. The idea is to have a complete carbon facia, with a cut away section to enable getting in and out over the rollcage easier. The Racepak will be mounted on this, and the switches, fire system controls, boost controller, racelogic and AFR gauge will be mounted on the lefthand side of the dash. I'll also mount the connectors for the racelogic, racepak and possibly the Apexi FC on the dash as well, so configuring the electronics will be easier to plug into. I'm also going to make some panels up to tidy up the passenger side of the dash.... Then its onto reinstalling the fire system, some changes to be made here, and then the ventilation side needs to be addressed, as it gets bloody hot in there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveR Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Sounds interesting Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxluc Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 can't wait for the pics Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveL Posted March 13, 2009 Share Posted March 13, 2009 Sounds interesting Steve. .. yep - could be the first 'proper' carbon dash! can't wait for the pics Steve ... I just wish someone else was doing it... but as I can't do the real techy stuff I have to do something . It's amazing how much thought needs to go into it. I've spent a while looking on the web at a load of other race dashes to see what people have done. It's all the little bits that make a good dash, like location of certain switches so that you can reach them easily whilst harnessed in! BTW - having driven the car home yesterday I can say the Racepak is an excellent dash - very clear to read and use. Just got to learn how to use it now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 .. yep - could be the first 'proper' carbon dash! ... I just wish someone else was doing it... but as I can't do the real techy stuff I have to do something . It's amazing how much thought needs to go into it. I've spent a while looking on the web at a load of other race dashes to see what people have done. It's all the little bits that make a good dash, like location of certain switches so that you can reach them easily whilst harnessed in! BTW - having driven the car home yesterday I can say the Racepak is an excellent dash - very clear to read and use. Just got to learn how to use it now! Pictures!!! Not picky but a day and a night shot would be good to show the new layout mate! Ta Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted March 14, 2009 Author Share Posted March 14, 2009 Not unless I beat you to it! .. yep - could be the first 'proper' carbon dash! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveL Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Pictures!!! Not picky but a day and a night shot would be good to show the new layout mate! Ta Pete ...patience dear boy - its no different atm, so no pics Although I can post the same pics as before if you want Not unless I beat you to it! ... is that a 'challenge'? Because if it is I know I'll lose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveL Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 A quick update, dash is now finally done... (pic below) Its a hell of a lot cleaner than before, with everything now within easy reach. Basically made it from two pieces of carbon sheet. The right hand side has the curve in it to help getting in and out over the rollcage as we were kicking the dash last year! Still got to wire in and mount switch for the heated front windscreen and a cigarette lighter socket (that will be out of sight). The dial/green button and red light are.... Racelogic trac control. (idea stolen from Paul on mounting them directly into the dash ) Fire system is almost back in, as its been moved to behind the passenger seat. I'm also considering a hand held extinguisher as well but not sure where thats going to go yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Whiffin Posted April 9, 2009 Author Share Posted April 9, 2009 Looks good mate, we'll compare dashes tomorrow! Working on getting the fuel gauge working right now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxluc Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 Dash looks good ... good to see that you can race your Supe without having dozens of gauges Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveL Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Dash looks good ... good to see that you can race your Supe without having dozens of gauges Not driven in anger on track with it yet, but the idea is that all the necessary data is displayed on the Racepak instead of scattered around in gauges. Warning lights on the dash flash if there's anything nasty going on. Plus the telemetry from both mine and Pauls cars can now be compared easily to see who's driving like a girl - or of course any differences in setup can be compared.(within reason) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter P Posted April 11, 2009 Share Posted April 11, 2009 Not driven in anger on track with it yet, but the idea is that all the necessary data is displayed on the Racepak instead of scattered around in gauges. Warning lights on the dash flash if there's anything nasty going on. Plus the telemetry from both mine and Pauls cars can now be compared easily to see who's driving like a girl - or of course any differences in setup can be compared.(within reason) Not that there was anything wrong with the SPA gauges!! I hope not anyway as I bought them!! :D:D Looking very nice mate! Look forward to seeing it in metal at Oulton Park Pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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