Definitely Not Camp Or A Freddy
Posted 31 July 2013 - 08:27 PM
Got 13'' wheels as well so I think they will compensate a bit , worth a try anyway as I've got a spare gearbox I could use,
only means popping the engine back out if it's no good, would be a shame not to try...
Fair enough chap, give it a go.
I take all comments on board , But I still like to give things ago..
Formally known as dominicdee
Posted 02 August 2013 - 11:59 AM
finally caught up to the present! what a build!
Loved it!
Definitely Not Camp Or A Freddy
Posted 03 August 2013 - 04:43 PM
Definitely Not Camp Or A Freddy
Posted 10 August 2013 - 07:23 PM
Had a slight problem with a tyre, been catching the inner wheel arch on the rear and has cut through the side wall... need to
refit the extra spacer I think
Definitely Not Camp Or A Freddy
Posted 10 August 2013 - 07:43 PM
Started to sort out the twin carb mod, got an MGB manifold and twin 1 1/2 HIF carbs...
First had to split the manifold and reduce the mounting flange size as the mini bolts are closer together
then had to alter the flange to allow the washers to sit flat
next job is to trim the balance pipes
Bolt both parts in place to check alignment, the clean and prep for welding . p.s not cleaned and prepped
in this photo.
Fitted the carbs to see what they look like 
Took them work and welded together also block off two threaded holes
Edited by camp freddy, 10 August 2013 - 07:45 PM.
One Carb Or Two?
Posted 10 August 2013 - 08:10 PM
Sweet. Do they clear the bulkhead?
Definitely Not Camp Or A Freddy
Posted 10 August 2013 - 08:33 PM
Mmmmm. not tried yet, but was running an 1 3/4 Hif which was ok, Had twin 1 1/2 HS's at one point but the needle
housings fouled a bit these have more clearance, Just the manifold angle which I have not looked at , but if this needs
altering i'll have to get the hack saw out again.. The joy of bespoke modifications.....
Definitely Not Camp Or A Freddy
Posted 10 August 2013 - 08:37 PM
Might make a plenum chamber with stubby bellmouths and probably
have a front mounted conical air filter, or if there is enough room a
Piper sport foam filter on the carbs..
Or what about a plenum and Turbo/ twin carb arrangement...........
Edited by camp freddy, 10 August 2013 - 08:38 PM.
Up Into Fourth
Posted 10 August 2013 - 09:18 PM
Really nice work freddy 
, how much are Tig welding rods if you dont mind me asking ? have a tig but need to find me some rods haha
Cheers
Cliff
Definitely Not Camp Or A Freddy
Posted 10 August 2013 - 09:26 PM
Really nice work freddy
Cheers
Cliff
Done at work mate , most welding suppliers should stock filler rods , Is your TIG ac ??
Definitely Not Camp Or A Freddy
Posted 10 August 2013 - 09:28 PM
Really nice work freddy
Cheers
Cliff
Done at work mate , most welding suppliers should stock filler rods , Is your TIG ac ??
I think it's 5356 grade for cast ally
Up Into Fourth
Posted 10 August 2013 - 09:37 PM
Really nice work freddy
Cheers
Cliff
Done at work mate , most welding suppliers should stock filler rods , Is your TIG ac ??
I think it's 5356 grade for cast ally
Im no guru with electric wizardry haha but i,ve just checked and it say "DCinverter" on the front..
I'l jot that down then, i know welding cast on steel is different/harder to welding sheet steel so is ally cast and sheet the same as steel ? sorry for all the questions :/
Definitely Not Camp Or A Freddy
Posted 10 August 2013 - 09:51 PM
Really nice work freddy
Cheers
Cliff
Done at work mate , most welding suppliers should stock filler rods , Is your TIG ac ??
I think it's 5356 grade for cast ally
Im no guru with electric wizardry haha but i,ve just checked and it say "DCinverter" on the front..
I'l jot that down then, i know welding cast on steel is different/harder to welding sheet steel so is ally cast and sheet the same as steel ? sorry for all the questions :/
Sorry bud but you can't weld ally with a DC inveter tig , it needs to be an AC / DC set or a DC set fitted with a Thyristor to alternate the current.. Dc uses a negative wave to apply the current ( direct current) , AC uses positive and negative hense Alternating current. positive wave breaks the oxide layer on the material and the negative wave penetrates the ally ( adds heat), I believe my description is correct...
But you can use a MIG welder if you use a Teflon liner in the torch and Argon gas
Edited by camp freddy, 10 August 2013 - 09:54 PM.
Up Into Fourth
Posted 10 August 2013 - 09:58 PM
Really nice work freddy
Cheers
Cliff
Done at work mate , most welding suppliers should stock filler rods , Is your TIG ac ??
I think it's 5356 grade for cast ally
Im no guru with electric wizardry haha but i,ve just checked and it say "DCinverter" on the front..
I'l jot that down then, i know welding cast on steel is different/harder to welding sheet steel so is ally cast and sheet the same as steel ? sorry for all the questions :/
Sorry bud but you can't weld ally with a DC inveter tig , it needs to be an AC / DC set or a DC set fitted with a Thyristor to alternate the current.. Dc uses a negative wave to apply the current ( direct current) , AC uses positive and negative hense Alternating current. positive wave breaks the oxide layer on the material and the negative wave penetrates the ally ( adds heat), I believe my description is correct...
But you can use a MIG welder if you use a Teflon liner in the torch and Argon gas
Wow i can tell this is a part of your job! haha, i'l have to see whats what then, shame about that :/ haha
One Carb Or Two?
Posted 10 August 2013 - 10:02 PM
Sorry bud but you can't weld ally with a DC inveter tig , it needs to be an AC / DC set or a DC set fitted with a Thyristor to alternate the current.. Dc uses a negative wave to apply the current ( direct current) , AC uses positive and negative hense Alternating current. positive wave breaks the oxide layer on the material and the negative wave penetrates the ally ( adds heat), I believe my description is correct...
But you can use a MIG welder if you use a Teflon liner in the torch and Argon gas
Learn something new every day, i'd always wondered about that!
Looking forward to seeing how that manifold works out, looks promising.
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