EasyJimbo
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 10:11 AM |
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Welding required?
Can I just confirm that there is no welding required on the Indy.. and in terms of build time the site states 300 hours, this seems alot longer than
some other kits, is this about right?
Thanks.
J
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Richard Quinn
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 10:15 AM |
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Can't say anything about the Indy but some of the others may be slightly optimistic with their build times. If you have everything to hand, a
decent garage set up, a bit of help and full days available to go at it then you might achieve a faster build.
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mr henderson
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 10:19 AM |
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There should indeed be no welding required unless you want to modify somethng or fit something ther than the standard stuff.
Build times can be hugely influenced by how long you need or choose to spend in refurbishing donor components. 300 hours seems as good a guess as any
other.
John
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mackei23b
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 10:31 AM |
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Yes, you can build an Indy with no welding.
Can't comment on the build time as I took a lot longer, making a lot of my own parts, for example engine cradle / gear linkage and own custom
wiring loom etc.
Though if keeping to a 'standard build' it should go togther quite quickly and should be a straight forward build.
Cheers
Ian
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EasyJimbo
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 10:32 AM |
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Thanks guys, and in terms of support from MK how have you found them, I am a beginner so will need lots of help.. they do take a while to answer
emails compared to some other manufacturers which I thought wasnt that good, although I guess they are busy but so are others.
James
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Guinness
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 10:49 AM |
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Yup, no welding required.
Make sure you give MK as much information as possible when placing the order.
This should include, as a minimum:-
The engine / gearbox you are using.
What clutch pedal (hydraulic / cable).
The rear brakes (disc / drum).
What sort of roll bar / cage you want.
Colour of powder coat / fibreglass.
No doubt there are additional options that you can specify, but give them as much info as you can at the earliest opportunity (preferably in writing)
and you should get the kit you want / need.
As far as the time taken to respond to emails takes, MK are definitely the sort of lads who prefer to use the phone.
On the few occasions during my build that I had to contact them, a quick phone call was all it took, with them being able to give instant answers over
the phone.
Cheers
Mike
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EasyJimbo
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 11:12 AM |
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Thanks mike very helpful, a few more questions if I may:
1. I am going to use a zetec 2l engine, but not sure on gearbox, is there a standard box for this lump, was hoping MK could advise.
2. In terms of clutch pedal, is one better than the other, or is one easier to fit that the other.
3. with brakes would prefer disc, does this complicate the build also?
I was hoping I could source alot of the bits above from MK, is this possible inc engines?
thanks
James
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DRC INDY 7
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 12:03 PM |
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seems you have a lot of question only mk can answer it is better if you phone them emails are a pain in the arse much easier to speak to some one to
get the message across
ps i hate emails 
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Paul TigerB6
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 01:08 PM |
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I'd pretty much ignore what the manufacturers say about build times - maybe they are possible with a properly equipped workshop and plenty of
space / all parts to hand. In reality - it just doesnt happen!! Personally i wouldnt try to limit yourself to a set time - instead see the build as
all part of the fun and something worth doing to the best of your ability and a huge learning experience. This site will give you all the info you
need to help you build the car.
Personally i'd try the local breakers for a Zetec engine and Ford Sierra type 9 gearbox
PS are you going to Stafford kit car show in 3 weeks?? Am sure you can collect many parts from there including a gearbox if you need one still.
[Edited on 25/8/08 by Paul TigerB6]
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EasyJimbo
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 02:58 PM |
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Hi
Yes going to show in a couple of weeks time.
thanks
J
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martyn_16v
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 03:08 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by EasyJimbo
1. I am going to use a zetec 2l engine, but not sure on gearbox, is there a standard box for this lump, was hoping MK could advise.
2. In terms of clutch pedal, is one better than the other, or is one easier to fit that the other.
3. with brakes would prefer disc, does this complicate the build also?
1. Are you going for the new chassis (indy-r)? If so it'll have to be a type 9 gearbox, MT75 won't fit in the tunnel. I'd go for a
type 9 anyway, they're easier to upgrade/replace etc.
2. Are you talking about cable against hydraulic? Cable is cheaper, easier to install, and probably more reliable providing you use a decent cable in
a sensible route.
3. Won't make any difference, unless you wanted to fit 13" wheels in which case you need to be careful with what wheels you use, and
probably need to fettle the calipers a bit. Disc setup is no harder to fit than the drums.
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EasyJimbo
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| posted on 25/8/08 at 03:19 PM |
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Thanks for the information.
I was planning on going for the standard chassis due to cost.
I am still weighing up zetec engine versus BEC and cant make my mind up - think I need a go in each to decide.
I assume if I go BEC route I cant use a type 9 gearbox..?
James
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