am currently starting my build but am struggling for space in the garage.
its a double garage and i currently have my work bench,the s2000 chassis, all the parts from it which are not sold yet, my mnr chassis,and all the parts for that. plus the s2000 engine and box which are taking up loads of space!
how far into the build should i be thinking of fitting engine and box? if its not going to cause any problems i can get it in and free up about 5' x 3' of extra space

get the floor on and suspention on and it on its wheels then put the engine and box in thats a weekends work

Thats what id do too. Failing that, wait til youve sold all the old S2000 stuff.

I wish I was building mine in a doube garage loads of space Get everything In that you need in around the bay also think ahead of what you might need to drill/fix as once in space is limited and would be a pain to take back out.

Make sure you run all the lines down the tunnel before fitting the gearbox.

Ive now got to pull mine out again to fit the retun line for the fuel injection.

I know of a build where the build started from the inside out. Ie; brake lines/engine/loom then he's doing the bouncy bits last. Does make sense and does work if you plan properly.

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Originally posted by jack_t
get the floor on and suspention on and it on its wheels then put the engine and box in thats a weekends work

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Originally posted by big_wasa
Make sure you run all the lines down the tunnel before fitting the gearbox.

Ive now got to pull mine out again to fit the retun line for the fuel injection.

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mnr cars come with floor already done so thats one job out of the way already!!

As said get everything in the tunnel first, put the chassis on a couple of sawhorses then engine and trans will fit underneath giving some room and work from the outside in.
My chassis is on two metal horses with engine, trans, and diff in place as well as front suspension.
This is how we worked on Formula 5000's.

What do you mean, "Space is tight?" I'm building my second car in one half of a two car garage, so I'm jealous!

Double garage?? [Monty Python Mode] LUXURY!

I built my entire car in a standard single garage. My first priority was to make the rolling chassis so I could roll it outside and work inside. When I finished for the day, I just rolled it back inside and shut the door. I even made the plug for the front section mould, using the rolling chassis as a support.

It can be done as long as you are methodical and above all ... TIDY. You also learn (very quickly) how to walk sideways in a confined space with your stomach tucked in

Yep, i built mine in a single garage along with the lathe, drill press and mill, so not a lot of spare room.

One thing is buy some of the plastic storage boxes with lids, u can then stack them and a lot of parts then don't take up much room.

I had a build trolley made from box section with wheels on it, this means you can push the car from one side of the garage to to the other giving you much needed working space.

The build process should not alter, things are done in order for a reason, normally to make things easier.

I didn't fit wishbones etc until last, a build trolley or similar should be able to take the weight of the fully built car.

Oh and it will teach you to be very tidy..

Roger

You got to be kidding if its a double! cant the s2000 be ditched outside with a tarp to keep it dry? Ours lived up in a super cosy single with just enough room to roll it out. We worked on it with some well made tressels for the first few months allowing engine, diff, shafts, brakes etc to be laid underneath. As for taking on tasks lay the fuel, brake and wiring loom out first and dont attach till youve mocked the engine/other components up and get everything in place before riveting/bolting down to save redoing little jobs that become more challenging after. Then onto body before suspension as the full tub design isnt as easy as others with full front suspension cut outs.
Adam

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I bult mine in the back shed on the vertical i.e. on the rear wall as it only protuded out 1/2mtr ish. then finished it in a small single garage. the upside is everything needs to be kept clean all the time or it gets too cluttered.

As Bassett said really.

I put a couple of pieces of timber across the roof of my garage & stored all the bodywork up there until needed. Make sure it doesn't twist or warp.

Fit fuel & brake lines, master cylinders, wiring loom. Get the prop in before fitting the diff.

I fitted the main tub beforfe fitting the engine, although a trial fit could be worthwhile. As MNR built the chassis to fit your engine this shouldn't be a problem though.

Once the tub is on you can fit the suspension, sit in the car & make vroom vroom noises

Good luck

GeorgeM