Mark_Fleming

got an outside mic?

any thoughts on these as an electric park brake? 2-inch model?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1500N-Electric-Linear-Actuator-330-Pound-Max-Lift-Heavy-Duty-Output-12V-DC-Motor/202417523579?var=502439405293

^^^^^ can you define "fancy auto mode" for me?

which Holden model specifically bigfoot?

just did a little bit of lazy google research, it looks like Range Rover's share the exact same mechanism with BMW.....and it does appear to be cable operated to release....

all good, will do some homework....much appreciated for your help

just to clarify......did you have the same "lock up" problem with the range rover as the Kia and Hyundai?

^^^^ cheers for the info.....was thinking something along the lines of the S-type Jag deal....any thoughts?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/153251027332?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649

cheers for that Clint, I have had a look at the E-stopp aftermarket kit, and while looking on ebay there appears to be loads from late model euros that could fit the bill.....I have a tangle of pipes and suspension linkages that might make the OEM cables a tight squeeze.....

.....on the topic of handbrakes, what's the deal with retrofitting an electric actuator handbrake from a late model instead of using the traditional cable operation? And if they are accepted for Certification purposes, has anybody got ideas on which vehicle is best as a donor....

Had a friend who rechromed his bumpers and had the POR treatment added over them for extra protection.....he had the same result as yours....

living proof, you are conserving the environment.....thought I'd never say this....."That's really good economy...."

doh....should have opened my eyes......

where did you find it? And what's its history?

^^^^^ Agree on the Molnar brand......

clear floor version is better if you or any of your mates have a low car......

very nice car.....after my own heart.....

also, do a google on using a masonry bit to drill hardened steel.....yes, it works.....

Drill Doctor is the answer......mine is parked beside the drill press and gets constant use, 30 seconds to sharpen and away you go.....buy a used one off ebay, ship it in through youshop then buy a 110v converter off trademe......

Just read the whole thread.....pat on the back for your tenacity.....car looks great...looking forward to the rest of the build....

nice work....

Pick a small town to host the event.....get their local business roundtable involved, bring money to the district and you will be welcomed.....Marton, Edgecombe, Waipukurau, Bulls, Woodville, Foxton, Eketahuna in the central North Island come to mind....

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_towns_in_New_Zealand

Me personally? I like driving and driving events......

Grasskhana

Gymkhana

Poker Run

Drags

lighter wrist pins are available....

Are you in to exchanging the mercruiser stuff with other aftermarket brands? Sounds weird you are going through balancers so often...

Maybe read up on dry sump tanks or other oil reservoirs inside the cabin? Similar situation in my eyes....