My Woodsport V6 conversion.

[StuC]

I would have thought that the coming out of junctions is probably where you would notice an LSD the most as you dont want to be in the middle of the road spinning your wheels!

Did you not have that issue with your 1zz? I know I do.  s;-) ;-) s;-)

Hooligan!

Yellows have more power, this is an established fact. It would be a shame not to use it.

[ChrisGB]

Get the LSD. With a good inlet and exhaust, you are going to be in at around 200 lb/ft and the diff will really help keep it hooked up. Remember, with the bigger engine comes a greater rotating mass, which can also help break traction as the clutch comes up.

[Topdownman]

Who's lending me £550 then!?

Seriously, thanks a lot though, very helpful! Much appreciated!

Sorry to hijack your thread mate, you can have it back now  s:) s:)

I would rather spend your money than mine.

You're welcome, sadly not too much happening on the thread at the mo!

[Topdownman]

Its finished!

I had it trailered down in the end rather than go and pick it up and it got dropped off at 7.15 am yesterday.

Took it out for 40 miles last night and 180 today. Too busy to take any photos of the engine bay but I am sure I will get round to that soon.

First impressions are the driving experience is quite a bit different! Overtaking is suddenly not so much of a challenge and going hard up through the gears is almost brutal (in a good way). The noise is something else, a low lazy rumble at low revs, nice burble on the overrun and a scream at high rpm. I went for the "quiet" option and there is a lot of noise in the car at motorway speed, probably not the best for long trips if I am honest. I cant imagine what the loud option would be like!

Think I might go for a little drive again tomorrow!

[Joesson]

Its finished!

Think I might go for a little drive again tomorrow!

That' s your tomorrow's sorted for a while.
Glad your first impressions impressed.
Enjoy.

[ChrisGB]

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May come in handy! V6 noise, it's addictive yes?

[nadeemxb]

What are the gear changes like then? Assuming you've gone from 6 to 5 speed I was wondering if any of the gears were hard to access. I know the gear cages are slightly different between 5 and 6 speed cars and using the wrong cage in a standard car makes certain changes difficult. Is that an issue with these conversions?

[Jrichards20]

How exciting!  Video video video  s:) s:)  also of the exhaust from the outside please  s:) s:)  any niggles that need sorting out? Or all good?

[StuC]

Great to see that you finally have it back.  s:-D :-D s:-D

I look forward to hearing it in the future.  s:-D :-D s:-D  

Not jealous... At all...

[Mikeymead]

Glad to hear that it's finished and that you're pleased with it.

Like StuC, not jealous......Really!!

[ayresyboy]

good stuff, can't wait to see photos and videos!

[Ardent]

Bags, first dibs on a ride, should we meet in the future.

[1979scotte]

I'm sure I've already got first dibs Jason.
Glad you're pleased with her Simon.
Bring her to the Xmas brew 13th December.

[cyclehead]

...I went for the "quiet" option and there is a lot of noise in the car at motorway speed, probably not the best for long trips if I am honest. I cant imagine what the loud option would be like...

I do an hour-long commute twice a day.  I got a pair of noise-cancelling earbuds on Amazon that are very nice.  They cut out much of the white noise - tires, wind, engine rumble etc.  Not sure if you can wear stuff like that, around here nobody cares.  I drive past county Sheriff and State Highway patrol cars all the time with the top down, and earbuds in place.  None of them give me a second glance.

[Ardent]

I'm sure I've already got first dibs Jason.
Glad you're pleased with her Simon.
Bring her to the Xmas brew 13th December.

As we move closer to panto season. Oooh no you haven't.

(Actualy, I recall you have, but lets skip over that)

[loadswine]

Brilliant stuff Simon, I am excited for you!   s:) s:)   A V6 Roadster is a special piece of kit, I am sitting here at breakfast, trying to think up ways of financing a swap for mine! Enjoy matey!   s8) s8)

[Tomo70]

Sounds great, look forward to seeing in the flesh. Enjoy

[Topdownman]

The gear cage is my original 6 speed one and it is now a 5 speed. I am using a weighted gearknob (375gms iirc) and the change is not perfect, it takes some effort to get it out of gear although I dont think I have missed a fast gear-change yet which I would probably have done in the old car. I was a bit worried that the clutch might be heavy but it isnt at all, you have to be a bit careful manoeuvring at low speed/parking because it does bite quickly. It does get off the line well though!

Not uploaded any videos before and it would be a tablet one so not sure how good the mic would be but will see if I can come up with something. Photos soon hopefully.

Interesting that two of you are suggesting ear protection!

I am happy to take you out for a spin (not sure mid dec the best time of year?!). Rides are at your own risk though. It may prove very expensive to you!

[ChrisGB]

Interesting that two of you are suggesting ear protection!

I am happy to take you out for a spin (not sure mid dec the best time of year?!). Rides are at your own risk though. It may prove very expensive to you!

My 2gr is on solid engine mounts and an open exhaust with a short ratio diff that also generates gear noise on account of the tooth angles. Ear plugs are a must!

Passenger rides in V6 roadsters may seriously damage your wealth.

[tomaky]

OOOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH happy days  s:) s:)  
Dont know how you have waited this long.
Im struggling at 3 weeks with my car ha.

[tricky1138]

Its finished!

I had it trailered down in the end rather than go and pick it up and it got dropped off at 7.15 am yesterday.

Took it out for 40 miles last night and 180 today. Too busy to take any photos of the engine bay but I am sure I will get round to that soon.

First impressions are the driving experience is quite a bit different! Overtaking is suddenly not so much of a challenge and going hard up through the gears is almost brutal (in a good way). The noise is something else, a low lazy rumble at low revs, nice burble on the overrun and a scream at high rpm. I went for the "quiet" option and there is a lot of noise in the car at motorway speed, probably not the best for long trips if I am honest. I cant imagine what the loud option would be like!

Think I might go for a little drive again tomorrow!

That's great to hear.  Was hoping to see and hear it when it was up here. But I'm sure Paul will be able to help with that if and when I go down that route. Think I'll have to pop in there soon - but that will seriously make me want one even more!   s:shock: :shock: s:shock:

[tommyzoom99]

nice 1 buddy bet is a beast, after owning a v6 alfa in the past, i can only imagine this must be a rocket ship, cant beat the sound of a v6, there's no replacement for displacement  s:) s:)

cheers tommy

[MR TWO]

Glad you're enjoying it, welcome to the mrv club. I can't tell you how brilliant it is once you get used to it. I wouldn't sell mine for the world.

[Topdownman]

OK, so here are some pics....

[tomaky]

Niceeee  s:) s:) ))
Am i or am i not seeing a much larger sub frame, cant make my mind up!