Fifer
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| posted on 30/11/02 at 10:10 PM |
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Pinto manifold routing
Building a Locost and about to purchase a Pinto engine,
Wheres best source to get a 4 into 1 manifold that misses chassis, steering shaft and brake masters ??
Will sump have to be cut and if so where's best place to get this done ?
Will twin 40's fit over chassis and which manifold is best to ensure fit ?
Will type 9 gearbox require stick mods to land in correct location ?
Any other info on fit of Pinto ?
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chrisg
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| posted on 30/11/02 at 10:28 PM |
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Try my website for Pinto stuff:-
http://www.gibbs111.fsnet.co.uk
Cheers
Chris
Note to all: I really don't know when to leave well alone. I tried to get clever with the mods, then when they gave me a lifeline to see the
error of my ways, I tried to incite more trouble via u2u. So now I'm banned, never to return again. They should have done it years ago!
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Ian Pearson
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| posted on 1/12/02 at 08:02 AM |
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I have a standard chassis, and have managed to move the geabox far enough back to avoid having a gear lever extension. I made the tunnel wider at the
bottom, panelled the section near the pedals from the inside of the tunnel, and this way have plenty of room for my feet. Clearance is fairly tight
with the starter motor, but it doesn't touch the chassis when the engine is rocked, so hope it will be ok for SVA.
Cutting the sump is quite straightforward, but there is someone who advertises £50.00 for a modified sump & pick up on the Robin Hood Owners Club site
under the For Sale section.
I have a 2" manifold, and have 2" clearance between the front 40 DCOE carb body and the chassis. I bought an exhaust manifold, not sure of it's
origins, and have routed my steering column around it.
If you need any advice or pictures to give you an idea of how not to do it, e-mail me!!
Regards, Ian
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