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Title: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on March 11, 2022, 09:12
So, I find myself the proud? owner of a second 2!

Some of you will recognise this as Dereks old car. After chatting to him on whatsapp about the car and him mentioning a very attractive price, he left the car with me for a few weeks to have a good look at it and I couldnt resist.

It does need a fair bit of work but should end up as a really good car again.

(https://i.imgur.com/XvEFFtX.jpg)

Let the fun, work, begin!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: shnazzle on March 11, 2022, 09:22
No way!! 
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on March 11, 2022, 09:23
Way!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: shnazzle on March 11, 2022, 09:27
Dude! 
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: puma2 on March 11, 2022, 09:39
 :) well well its staying in the club and new owner has spoken  :)
cant wait to see how this 2 transforms in to a beautiful swan of a 2 ;D  ;D

enjoy the journey and show us all the progress  :)   
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: TheTigerUK on March 11, 2022, 09:57
Nice buy, I was even tempted but I came to my senses in time  :)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Carolyn on March 11, 2022, 10:02
Bloody well done!!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Gaz mr-s on March 11, 2022, 10:15
Interesting Simon, & what's your intentions for it?  Is it a revised piston engine?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Call the midlife! on March 11, 2022, 10:35
Glad to see this, especially after sharing some of the delivery journey with Del, good luck getting the animal filth and squirrel fur off the underside.
We had a lovely morning 😂
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on March 11, 2022, 10:45
Quote from: Gaz mr-s on March 11, 2022, 10:15Interesting Simon, & what's your intentions for it?  Is it a revised piston engine?

Throw a lot of money at it and remove and treat all the rust!.

I thought there was a good chance it would have the revised pistons but not sure how you can check?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on March 11, 2022, 10:46
Quote from: Call the midlife! on March 11, 2022, 10:35Glad to see this, especially after sharing some of the delivery journey with Del, good luck getting the animal filth and squirrel fur off the underside.
We had a lovely morning 😂

I expect that the animals helped to remove some of the rust!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: tricky1138 on March 11, 2022, 11:22
Wow, well done Simon. Cant wait to see what you do with it.

Glad to see it staying with the club, I too have seen its journey - dont blame me for the soil marks on the passenger seat!  :o
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on March 11, 2022, 11:48
Cleaning the seats is also on the list!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Chilli Girl on March 11, 2022, 12:56
Brilliant Simon, well done for keeping the little silver with us and saving it! ;D  Does it have the all important safety belt cushions though that Derek won at the auction all those years ago?  The cars worth at least £500 more with those! Ha-Ha!  No more Chit Chat on here!!!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on March 11, 2022, 13:59
Yes, it came with the MR2 seat belt pads!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: delhusband on March 11, 2022, 19:07
Still feel bad about that! (the squirrel)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: delhusband on March 11, 2022, 19:08
Quote from: Topdownman on March 11, 2022, 11:48Cleaning the seats is also on the list!
My driving during the demo wasn't that scary for you was it? 
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Call the midlife! on March 11, 2022, 19:19
Quote from: delhusband on March 11, 2022, 19:07Still feel bad about that! (the squirrel)
There wasn't a lot you could've done and it was still alive and kicking when it appeared from under your rear end 😂
Not so sure it would've got under my splitter.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on March 11, 2022, 19:34
Quote from: delhusband on March 11, 2022, 19:08My driving during the demo wasn't that scary for you was it?

I wasnt going to mention it!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Gaz mr-s on March 11, 2022, 20:57
Quote from: Topdownman on March 11, 2022, 10:45Throw a lot of money at it and remove and treat all the rust!.

I thought there was a good chance it would have the revised pistons but not sure how you can check?

From the estimable Mr Sloan, - "The key chassis number is JTDFR320300074980. That car was fitted with engine number 1ZZ2335488 as far as we can tell. Any engine after that should have the new pistons."
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on March 11, 2022, 21:40
Thanks, I will have a look at the V5 when it arrives and will see if I'm lucky!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on March 12, 2022, 09:22
Quote from: Gaz mr-s on March 11, 2022, 20:57From the estimable Mr Sloan, - "The key chassis number is JTDFR320300074980. That car was fitted with engine number 1ZZ2335488 as far as we can tell. Any engine after that should have the new pistons."

Good news, both engine and chassis numbers are way higher than those!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Gaz mr-s on March 12, 2022, 11:12
Quote from: Topdownman on March 12, 2022, 09:22Good news, both engine and chassis numbers are way higher than those!

Result!   What's it like underneath Simon.....it's been near the Irish Sea for a while.

The '05 I went to see's subframe was smooth above the exhaust, but crumbly on the outsides....weird.  Very low miles too.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on March 12, 2022, 12:06
Quote from: Gaz mr-s on March 12, 2022, 11:12Result!   What's it like underneath Simon.....it's been near the Irish Sea for a while.

The '05 I went to see's subframe was smooth above the exhaust, but crumbly on the outsides....weird.  Very low miles too.

The subframe is OK as that was changed a few years ago. The rest of the undersisde is rusty and needs a fair bit of work but nothing structural needed.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: MisterK on March 13, 2022, 20:27
Well done Simon on getting yourself another "2".  I'll look forward to reading about all the updates  & mods that you'll do to it.  Keep posting.. Mark
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on May 21, 2022, 07:45
Thought it was time for an update. So far the car has had a new clutch, new braking system (everything apart from some of the hard lines), new radiator, silicone hose set and thermostat, new lower control arms and droplinks. It has had a full service and new gear oil.

I changed the washer jets to spray ones and have fitted a gear lever with the pivot point moved to the end of the spline to make it a shorter shift. I transferred the internals from the broken spare key to a new ebay fob and got the key cut and that works OK now.

Lots of cleaning and painting of little parts too.

The front cross member under the radiator had rusted badly (as a lot of them are now apparently) so that needed a new section welding in. The new section came from J-spec. Andy told me that this area changed slightly in 2004 so if you need something similar, bear this in mind! In the end, the late part I needed that Andy had was not in as good condition as he would have liked so he sent a section from an earlier car too and Nathan from MrTwos was able to make up the repair sections needed.

I am currently working on the front of the car and hoping to get it all back together before the events next weekend! Looking quite mean at the moment but dont think its road legal.

(https://i.imgur.com/uKlx32l.jpg)

The car is putting up quite a fight with all its fittings underneath. Of the 3 bolts at the back of the front undertray, all the heads were too corroded to get a socket on so out came the extractor set, The first one sheared the head off, the second one actually came out but the third one broke the first extractor before shearing off the head with a bigger extractor.

(https://i.imgur.com/RggExUZ.jpg)

I think I will be trying my new helicoil kit on them!

Hopefully will see some of you next saturday in it....

Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Chilli Girl on May 21, 2022, 15:23
Looking forward to seeing you Simon and @delhusband's previous car. Ange and I will be in the Honda so we will park outside by the bins ;)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on May 26, 2022, 08:54
All back together for now.

The front is done, still got the middle and back to do though!

(https://i.imgur.com/Ih7ogjP.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/OF9dV46.jpg)

Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Joesson on May 26, 2022, 09:14
@Topdownman
Simon, you have been busy, is that Rustoleum  paint ( Combi colour) or another, that you have used?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on May 26, 2022, 09:33
The grey is combicolour, the black is smooth hammerite.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Chilli Girl on May 26, 2022, 10:22
Brilliant to see you are nursing this car back to health. Good to know she wasn't just left to die. Good on you Simon. ;D
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on May 26, 2022, 10:39
I had to use about 4 more helicoils to get the front undertray back on but these worked very smoothly.

Other jobs that have got done are fitting a new head unit and component door speakers with some sound deadening in the doors.

The front roof catches have been dismantled and cut down to put a bit more tension on the roof.

I have fitted the gear lever with the pivot point moved and am currently trying this set up with a 3" extension on. Very close to the hand now with maybe 5" travel from 1st to 2nd.

I am collecting new seat back and base from Andy from J-spec at Hatton as my drivers seat is looking quite tired.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Joesson on May 26, 2022, 11:00
Re tapping the undertray fixings was one of my first jobs, around ten years ago, when I decatted my car. The trays are off once a year typically and I put a small dab of Copaslip on the fixings, as some are OE and some replacement stainless so likely unnecessary on those, but it satisfies the OCD.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: tricky1138 on May 26, 2022, 13:06
Fantastic job there Simon, I'll drop mine off with you at Hatton to do!  ;)  ;D
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on May 30, 2022, 18:06
Couple of purchases from yesterday fitted.

(https://i.imgur.com/JlB1QJU.jpg)

Need to start watching videos on how to dismantle the seat to fit the new back and base!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on June 1, 2022, 20:25
Seat dismantled and frames de-rusted and touched up.

Passenger seat and new cushions wet-vacced and will be treated tomorrow to protect them (hopefully!).

(https://i.imgur.com/7Ylo98n.jpg)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: tricky1138 on June 1, 2022, 20:49
Is that another "spare" bumper you're hiding there too?

Meant to ask you at Hatton, where did you get your calipers from?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on June 1, 2022, 21:09
Quote from: tricky1138 on June  1, 2022, 20:49Is that another "spare" bumper you're hiding there too?

Meant to ask you at Hatton, where did you get your calipers from?

The bumper is Top Secret, "I could tell you but then I'd have to shoot you"...

I got the calipers from brakeparts international, a great price on the rears and I didnt even have to send the old ones back (like I did for the fronts). The fronts were more expensive too, I suppose because they are less commonly needed than rears?

I have been happy with their calipers and have them on both my cars now.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on June 10, 2022, 17:14
Starting to look a little different now....

(https://i.imgur.com/likV1D0.jpg)

One of two heathshields need to be modified
(https://i.imgur.com/QGPURn9.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/LOWsHBB.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/FuKpbWt.jpg)

This reminds me of airfix kits...
(https://i.imgur.com/wIyNih6.jpg)

Second heatshield modded and stainless steel tips adjusted.
(https://i.imgur.com/AktiGzS.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Z3OcpOA.jpg)

Excellent work done by Camil from T4cs. A very time consuming job, especially the way he is a perfectionist. He made a new grille for me because he wasnt happy with the fit of the first.

T4cs (https://t4cs.co.uk/)

I spent the day trying to get him to come to the National Meet!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Chilli Girl on June 10, 2022, 17:33
She looks great Simon - you've really brought this little 2 back to health, well done. ;D
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Hammond on June 10, 2022, 18:24
The hard work has paid off that looks great!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: puma2 on June 11, 2022, 08:48
 :) the more i see the i like the look  :)
if was moding mine again i would do this 8)  8)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: McMr2 on June 11, 2022, 14:48
Quote from: Topdownman on June 10, 2022, 17:14Starting to look a little different now....

(https://i.imgur.com/likV1D0.jpg)

One of two heathshields need to be modified
(https://i.imgur.com/QGPURn9.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/LOWsHBB.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/FuKpbWt.jpg)

This reminds me of airfix kits...
(https://i.imgur.com/wIyNih6.jpg)

Second heatshield modded and stainless steel tips adjusted.
(https://i.imgur.com/AktiGzS.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/Z3OcpOA.jpg)

Excellent work done by Camil from T4cs. A very time consuming job, especially the way he is a perfectionist. He made a new grille for me because he wasnt happy with the fit of the first.

T4cs (https://t4cs.co.uk/)

I spent the day trying to get him to come to the National Meet!


Does the modified back box give you any more sound (noise is the wrong word  ;D )?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on June 11, 2022, 16:08
I have only driven it once with the new pipe on and that was at night in light rain so not too sure yet. The first start up on the drive sounded loud at fast idle. The car I had heard at Hatton with this set up seemed to sound louder (but with no droning the owner said) so I do expect it to be better when I get more time in the car (should be tomorrow) as it was very quiet before.

He does a much more expensive new stainless exhaust with a valve system on it for the ultimate quiet/ loud option rather than this customised standard box.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on June 12, 2022, 18:59
The exhaust sounds good! I could definitely hear it more than before and people have said it sounds good and louder than stock on a drive out today. I touched up the bumper with some matt black which looks better.

(https://i.imgur.com/lOQFfP9.jpg)

I forgot to mention the new dials.
(https://i.imgur.com/UFB72C3.jpg)

I made some keyhole covers which are actually a pretty good colour match for silver cars but they will get painted in due course.

(https://i.imgur.com/hpfj3t4.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/EbGwfED.jpg)

Before and after the needed modification.
(https://i.imgur.com/o1GlEHG.jpg)

I was quite pleased yesterday when a neighbour asked me if it was a new car!

Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Chilli Girl on June 12, 2022, 19:07
She looks lovely Simon, well done.  Derek will be chuffed to bits. ;D
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on June 12, 2022, 19:11
Quote from: Chilli Girl on June 12, 2022, 19:07She looks lovely Simon, well done.  Derek will be chuffed to bits. ;D

Thanks, but I think Derek is currently probably more chuffed with his new Swift Sport.

He'll get over it in time and come to realise his mistake though!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: J88TEO on June 16, 2022, 14:17
Quote from: Topdownman on June 10, 2022, 17:14Excellent work done by Camil from T4cs. A very time consuming job, especially the way he is a perfectionist. He made a new grille for me because he wasnt happy with the fit of the first.
How is the sound from the twin exit box - loud?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on June 16, 2022, 14:34
The new back box is louder than stock but not really loud. It does sound better. Someone on the drivers club drive on sunday thought it sounded better and louder than stock and I think he is thinking of getting one too.

If you wanted the best of both worlds though you would need his active exhaust which costs more but is a brand new exhaust with a built in valve so it can be quiet or loud when needed.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: J88TEO on June 16, 2022, 14:39
@Topdownman - thanks.
I have been in contact with Camil...having 2 minds as I bought the TTE box recently.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on June 16, 2022, 14:54
Quote from: J88TEO on June 16, 2022, 14:39@Topdownman - thanks.
I have been in contact with Camil...having 2 minds as I bought the TTE box recently.

You can always sell on a TTE if you decided to get one of Camils.
Its a shame youre not coming to the National Meet as you could probably hear any option you were thinking of there!

I would certainly recommend Camil and his work but its hard to judge exhaust sounds, even hearing video clips doesnt really help me. I think I heard that he can tailor things a bit towards what you want but no doubt he has mentioned this.

Good luck making your decision!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: J88TEO on June 16, 2022, 15:12
@Topdownman - thanks.
Yes it's a shame....
Will sleep on this - no rush..
Cheers.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Joesson on June 16, 2022, 16:33
Looking back over the impressive work done I noticed, in post #27, what looked to be rather a dark shade of EPS fluid!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on June 16, 2022, 17:22
Yes, it does look dark.

I think Derek had new p/s pipes fitted so I assume it was done sometime within the last 4 years but some fresh fluid wont go amiss at some stage!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: J88TEO on June 17, 2022, 09:24
Am I correct to say the back box is hung only on the top L & R and no extra hangers on the exit pipes?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on June 17, 2022, 13:21
Quote from: J88TEO on June 17, 2022, 09:24Am I correct to say the back box is hung only on the top L & R and no extra hangers on the exit pipes?


Yes, I think thats how its fixed.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: J88TEO on June 17, 2022, 13:52
@Topdownman - thanks.
My TTE back box has 2 exits and I think they can be easily adapted. I am going to trial fit and see.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: delhusband on June 18, 2022, 12:47
Quote from: Topdownman on June 12, 2022, 19:11Thanks, but I think Derek is currently probably more chuffed with his new Swift Sport.

He'll get over it in time and come to realise his mistake though!
Looks fantastic, really nice to see. Missing the ability to lower the roof but Swift is nice, engine has similar character 
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 23, 2022, 17:36
Took it off the ramps today and gave it a wash, not because I have finished underneath but I need to use it next week!

Looking better at the back. All back together for now.
(https://i.imgur.com/FHj85C3.jpg)

Cleared all the tools and bits out of the car and admired my new kick panels.
(https://i.imgur.com/UOBybHr.jpg)

What do you mean, you cant see it?
(https://i.imgur.com/c5ZOkGf.jpg)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: fawtytoo on July 23, 2022, 18:31
Seeing you took your rear wheel arch liners out, can you help me?

I removed some of the bottom clips on the drivers side to get to the aerial. I also removed that bolt about half way up and wish I hadn't. Can't get the damn thing back in!

It wants to go in at an angle, but I can't see why or, more accurately, can't see what it screws into.

Didn't want to remove the complete liner for the sake of that bolt.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 23, 2022, 19:49
Quote from: fawtytoo on July 23, 2022, 18:31Seeing you took your rear wheel arch liners out, can you help me?

I removed some of the bottom clips on the drivers side to get to the aerial. I also removed that bolt about half way up and wish I hadn't. Can't get the damn thing back in!

It wants to go in at an angle, but I can't see why or, more accurately, can't see what it screws into.

Didn't want to remove the complete liner for the sake of that bolt.

If you are talking about the 10mm bolt halfway up the front of the wheel arch, I didnt remove this as it looked like the liner went around it , not under it. This proved to be the case and by removing 4 clips under the arch and one at the front under the sill, the liner came out.

I had bought a pack of 20 of these ready to put them back in;
vehicle clips (https://www.vehicleclips.co.uk/toyota-push-fit-plastic-rivet-trim-clip-wheel-arch-lining-splashguards-90467-10183/)

If you are just doing the rears then you would need just 10 but I will be doing the front so hopefully I have enough for that as well.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: StuC on July 23, 2022, 23:46
Quote from: Topdownman on July 23, 2022, 17:36What do you mean, you cant see it?
(https://i.imgur.com/c5ZOkGf.jpg)

Nice to see someone else making kick panels!

Also, completely missed the fact you have a second 2.
Great job on the refresh fella.
I hope the underside isn't as bad a Banana was
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 24, 2022, 09:06
@StuC the second pair was much quicker than the first to do.

Luckily it doesnt seem to be as bad as Banana!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: StuC on July 24, 2022, 22:47
Quote from: Topdownman on July 24, 2022, 09:06@StuC the second pair was much quicker than the first to do.

Luckily it doesnt seem to be as bad as Banana!

I don't recommend making 20 sets! 🤦�♂️😂
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 25, 2022, 05:45
Quote from: StuC on July 24, 2022, 22:47I don't recommend making 20 sets! 🤦�♂️😂

No, no plans to do any more!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 25, 2022, 16:13
New roof day!

(https://i.imgur.com/JAKMZCx.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/AY8yQQd.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/6CavFje.jpg)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: fawtytoo on July 25, 2022, 17:32
That looks absolutely fantastic!

I thought the red soft tops were more burgundy, but yours is more scarlet.
Would a red roof be too much on a red car?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Joesson on July 25, 2022, 17:49
Quote from: fawtytoo on July 25, 2022, 17:32That looks absolutely fantastic!

I thought the red soft tops were more burgundy, but yours is more scarlet.
Would a red roof be too much on a red car?
If it were my red car yes, but it's not my red car.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Chilli Girl on July 25, 2022, 17:59
Yes I would agree, I wouldn't put red on red but there's always a first time! ;)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 25, 2022, 18:24
Quote from: fawtytoo on July 25, 2022, 17:32That looks absolutely fantastic!

I thought the red soft tops were more burgundy, but yours is more scarlet.
Would a red roof be too much on a red car?

Thanks!

Red on red comes down to your own tastes. I personally dont like coloured roofs on the same colour car as they are usually different shades which I dont like, I would rather a contrast if they arent the same.

You probably need to park your car next to a red roofed one and put your top down to see what you think, a poor mans photoshop!

I have never seen one that I can recall so you could probably be the first.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: fawtytoo on July 25, 2022, 18:28
Quote from: Topdownman on July 25, 2022, 18:24You probably need to park your car next to a red roofed one and put your top down to see what you think, a poor mans photoshop!
Good thinking. I'll think I'll try that first.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: J88TEO on July 25, 2022, 20:40
Nice colour - would look good on the Sable grey!
Alas my roof is still in good condition......
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: MisterK on July 25, 2022, 21:18
Quote from: StuC on July 24, 2022, 22:47I don't recommend making 20 sets! 🤦�♂️😂
I'm glad you made extra sets Stu...I've been very pleased with mine  :)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 25, 2022, 22:15
Quote from: J88TEO on July 25, 2022, 20:40Nice colour - would look good on the Sable grey!
Alas my roof is still in good condition......

Definitely!

(https://i.imgur.com/BEdlLtZ.jpg)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: J88TEO on July 25, 2022, 23:39
Awesome!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: puma2 on July 27, 2022, 07:35
 :) that does look good :)
that 2 is defiantly come on with build well done and keep the work going :)

ps were was the picture taken  8)  8)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 27, 2022, 07:43
Quote from: puma2 on July 27, 2022, 07:35:) that does look good :)
that 2 is defiantly come on with build well done and keep the work going :)

ps were was the picture taken  8)  8)

Thank you!

Its coming along slowly. My rear spoiler arrived yesterday, that is going to take a lot of prep!

Surprised you dont recognise it Paul.

(https://i.imgur.com/5dbEoKX.jpg)

It is of course the Black Mountain Road.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: puma2 on July 27, 2022, 08:27
 :) that's why i thought  it look familiar love that place and that corner  8)  8) 
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 27, 2022, 09:02
No tyre marks on the corner today!

(https://i.imgur.com/WwiuxeP.jpg)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Mr220Mike on July 28, 2022, 19:45
That looks great. Who did you get your roof from?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 28, 2022, 21:24
Quote from: Mr220Mike on July 28, 2022, 19:45That looks great. Who did you get your roof from?

That is a "Swansea roof";

https://www.facebook.com/JackRSmithMotorTrimmers?fref=ts

He has a huge waiting list which is probably into next year by now! His current price is £350 (seems to go up by £10 pa). Can be hard to get on the phone, you have to just keep trying until they pick up. Their roofs are not the best ones but they are half the price of the next cheapest ones so there is a trade-off to get that price. Both my 2s have their roofs now and I am happy with them. If you are even thinking of one, get on the waiting list straightaway as you can always cancel if you change your mind. I think they make the roofs up about a week or two ahead of the appointment.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Mr220Mike on July 28, 2022, 22:10
Thanks. It looks great. I'm on the list already but my date is November!! Tried ringing a few times to see if he's had a cancellation but had no luck
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: fawtytoo on July 28, 2022, 22:24
And I'm still thinking of red on red.

I can't get it out of my head.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: tricky1138 on July 28, 2022, 23:49
£380 for anyone booking now, not sure when that is from. Still cheaper than anyone else.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 29, 2022, 07:18
Quote from: Mr220Mike on July 28, 2022, 22:10Thanks. It looks great. I'm on the list already but my date is November!! Tried ringing a few times to see if he's had a cancellation but had no luck

Getting through on the phone is very hard, you have to just keep trying I'm afraid.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 29, 2022, 07:22
Quote from: tricky1138 on July 28, 2022, 23:49£380 for anyone booking now, not sure when that is from. Still cheaper than anyone else.

Ah, I hadnt realised that, I suppose the cost of living crisis has caught up with them too!

When I paid he said £350 right?" to me so they must be charging/quoting the different rates now.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: tricky1138 on July 29, 2022, 09:45
Quote from: Topdownman on July 29, 2022, 07:22Ah, I hadnt realised that, I suppose the cost of living crisis has caught up with them too!

When I paid he said £350 right?" to me so they must be charging/quoting the different rates now.

Yeah it wa £350 for me too. I just heard him on the phone quoting £380 to the guy booking in December.

He said it was the cost of materials / cost of living and / or the perceived rise by then.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on August 5, 2022, 18:35
Got round to drilling 2 holes in the rear bumper today to test fit the rear spoiler. I did adjust it slightly but no c*ck-ups thankfully!

Its going to need a lot more work to get it to fit well due to the huge gaps (I think they used a photograph rather than a car to build the mould) but I do like the look of it.

(https://i.imgur.com/EOzDz8d.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/vvVQO0L.jpg)

This is the gap underneath!
(https://i.imgur.com/sFboHBd.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/XwDnzPl.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/RrolmTn.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/v4DnqT9.jpg)

Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Joesson on August 5, 2022, 19:01
@Topdownman , you do seem to like a challenge Simon.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on August 5, 2022, 20:48
Quote from: Joesson on August  5, 2022, 19:01@Topdownman , you do seem to like a challenge Simon.

I really don't!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: ayresyboy on August 9, 2022, 00:23
Nice work Simon. It's looking great. 👌  Andy
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on August 28, 2022, 08:10
So, bondage night had a slight hiccup and has now become bondage morning (no, I didnt forget the safe word).

Despite my test clamping

(https://i.imgur.com/nOYR1Tq.jpg)

when it came to fitting with the tigerseal I needed 5 clamps on the spat to get it tight in every place so I was a few clamps short to do both spats and the spoiler (4 clamps and 2 bolts) at the same time.
(https://i.imgur.com/ZYZfqP7.jpg)

I will take the clamps off shortly as they have had 13 hours now and do the final spat. The good news is that the huge gap at the back of the spoiler has clamped down well so as long as it doesnt just spring apart when I release the clamps......
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Call the midlife! on August 28, 2022, 08:30
I did mine on the car as the bumper pulls into a slightly different shape when you fit it, mine also still fell off over time.👍🏻
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Gaz mr-s on August 28, 2022, 09:14
Quote from: Topdownman on August 28, 2022, 08:10So, bondage night had a slight hiccup and has now become bondage morning (no, I didnt forget the safe word).

Despite my test clamping

(https://i.imgur.com/nOYR1Tq.jpg)

Was Haagen Dazs consumed to cope with the stress?   ;D
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Joesson on August 28, 2022, 09:37
While I noticed the food packaging lid I had no idea what it was from. Having linked to Haagen Dazs from @Gaz mr-s 's post I found that Haagen Dazs Japan have an App!
I do like ice cream but I really don't need to "follow it" !
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on August 28, 2022, 10:43
@Gaz mr-s They are historic pots from the garage, I stopped buying the premium ice creams when they reduced the quantity size from 500 to 460mls! Did they think we wouldnt notice? I never heard anyone say, "I like pralines and cream but the tub is just a bit too big".

I do find applying any kind of silicone etc stressful and its not a job I like due to the ever present risk of f------ it all up! Second spat now on and curing but still got some other bits to do before I can get back under the car to do the final coat of paint and get the undertrays back on as I need to use the car tomorrow. Perhaps I do need a tub of HD after all!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Gaz mr-s on August 28, 2022, 19:45
Quote from: Topdownman on August 28, 2022, 10:43@Gaz mr-s They are historic pots from the garage, I stopped buying the premium ice creams when they reduced the quantity size from 500 to 460mls! Did they think we wouldnt notice? I never heard anyone say, "I like pralines and cream but the tub is just a bit too big".

I do find applying any kind of silicone etc stressful and its not a job I like due to the ever present risk of f------ it all up! Second spat now on and curing but still got some over bits to do before I can get back under the car to do the final coat of paint and get the undertrays back on as I need to use the car tomorrow. Perhaps I do need a tub of HD after all!

Heh heh.....thankfully I was right.  ;D   I only buy at £3.00, Salted caramel is my weakness.   ;)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on August 28, 2022, 21:02
I was a player when it was £3 for 500ml!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on August 30, 2022, 19:40
Actually got to drive it yesterday, was weird driving home at night with no dashboard lights so I stripped it down today and found out why it wasnt working!

(https://i.imgur.com/mOl8G0L.jpg)

Is this normal with leds or did I get faulty ones?

Starting to look a bit better at the back at least now (well I think so anyway)!

(https://i.imgur.com/FBYYycM.jpg)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Chilli Girl on August 30, 2022, 20:24
Yes your rear is looking very smart now Simon ;)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on September 27, 2022, 14:23
Some new mats arrived today at a bargain price thanks to a heads up from @ManInDandism , came with 2 new clips too which was good as I was missing one.
The new one is on the left..

(https://i.imgur.com/G0hxNHP.jpg)

Looks good in the car, along with the Widermuller carbon door pulls which went on recently.

(https://i.imgur.com/DR9wMDJ.jpg)

Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on January 11, 2023, 11:09
Got the front wheels back on and the car back on the ground after a good couple of weeks due to needing to fit a 2nd hand front hub assembly (I had to do the other one back in June so it shouldnt have been a surprise).

I got the hub and a brake carrier and slider pins from J Spec and they were a pleasure to deal with as always.

Got the battery on charge so will have to wait for the test drive to hopefully find the noise has gone and everything still works!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 3, 2023, 10:06
Sadly, there will be no more updates on this thread.

A few weeks ago someone decided to reverse their campervan to allow an oncoming car to get through a gap but neglected to look in their mirrors...

The car was beyond economic repair so I have received the full value of the car and it is now a cat N should it be put back on the road. The buy back price was too high for me given the uncertainty of what damage may have been caused to steering or suspension.

A sad end to all that work!

(https://i.imgur.com/cyISo0A.jpg)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Carolyn on July 3, 2023, 10:27
That's terrible!  So sorry to see that.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Gaz mr-s on July 3, 2023, 10:49
Damn shame, sorry for you Simon.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: tricky1138 on July 3, 2023, 12:15
Such a shame after all the work you did to her  :'(
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: 1979scotte on July 3, 2023, 12:44
Sorry to hear that mate.
Will there be another?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 3, 2023, 12:59
Quote from: 1979scotte on July  3, 2023, 12:44Sorry to hear that mate.
Will there be another?

Not sure what I am going to do yet as looking at changing my motorbikes as well so lots of looking at ads at the moment!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: JohnGee on July 3, 2023, 13:29
Heartbreaking 💔
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Joesson on July 3, 2023, 14:23
@Topdownman
Sorry to learn of that Simon, can't see where the Silver lining is in that cloud.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: andyroo104 on July 3, 2023, 17:18
so sorry to see your pride and joy in this state, after all the work you have carried out.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: jvanzyl on July 3, 2023, 19:02
Ah no man.. that is terrible news...  :'(
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Trebordoody on July 3, 2023, 19:26
Terrible news! I guess no-one being hurt is the main thing.
But I would be so upset if it was my car, and compared to all your efforts I haven't really started!
Good luck with the next chapter ;)
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: SuperArt on July 3, 2023, 20:17
Gutted for you. At least insurance came through for you.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 3, 2023, 20:41
Quote from: SuperArt on July  3, 2023, 20:17Gutted for you. At least insurance came through for you.

Thanks for all the comments everyone.

My insurance was useless (even though I did not make a claim) but I was impressed by the others drivers insurance (LV) who sent me a text 25 minutes after the accident saying it was their drivers fault and they would cover all my costs and I would not have to pay any excess. I had a chat to their assessor on the phone and he was happy to recommend the figure I said. The money was in my account about 3 weeks after the accident.

I think there is a good chance that the car will be put back on the road by somebody, I just didnt have the will to start all over again!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Gaz mr-s on July 3, 2023, 21:29
1) - good.

2) - don't blame you.  Life's a b....  sometimes.

I've just decided to break/scrap an '06.  Chassis rust.  It was already a CatD, & sitting on the garage floor looking at it last week I wondered about the structural strength, & the wisdom of all the work I was planning on doing..... 
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: puma2 on July 4, 2023, 07:19
 >:D what is more  sad more about this is time and effort plus your cost of all the new parts you have put into this build. then there is our trips out to garage of distance MR 2s.
hopefully you have good memories as well from this 2 that lives no more >:(  >:(

take your time and enjoy bikes now and you still have a V6 2 at this moment making more 2 memories and story's to tell 8)

life and crap happen it always leaves us with story's to tell the  bad and the good 1s.

i think any who reads this build thread will be gutted by the very sad end :'(  :'(  :'(   
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: fawtytoo on July 4, 2023, 17:41
Quote from: Topdownman on July  3, 2023, 10:06A sad end to all that work!
It's the one thing that worries me about mine (probably all of us really). Time, effort and money put into your pride and joy, only to be wrecked by some idiot.

My commiserations.
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 4, 2023, 17:59
I have rationalised it that they paid me what the car owed me so all my time spent on it got me 15 months of motoring and about 7k miles.

I was most gutted that I had filled it up with E5 fuel just 20 minutes before it happened!
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: cptspaulding on July 4, 2023, 22:22
A rather sad end. Sorry for your loss, Simon. Has anyone told Del yet?
Title: Re: The 06 Silver project
Post by: Topdownman on July 5, 2023, 10:20
Quote from: cptspaulding on July  4, 2023, 22:22A rather sad end. Sorry for your loss, Simon. Has anyone told Del yet?

Yes, I have sent him some pictures!