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Post by Roy of the Rovers on Jun 14, 2016 8:35:59 GMT
Also just ordered the new suspension parts from the usa so that will bring a welcome releif from rust repairs. More soon Woz Woz, whats on order then? What plans have you got? Roy |
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Post by wozzer on Jun 15, 2016 8:56:03 GMT
Hi Roy
My plans have always been to update the old p5 in areas i thought could be improved and updated it without ruining the overall look of the car.
Im going to change the rear cart springs over to a triangulated 4 bar on 2600lbs air bags.
The front will have the torsion bars removed and swapped for an air ride coilover (airwaves) on a custom crossmember so the car can be very low without compromising ride quality.
The old steering box and idler will be swapped for a rack and pinion system with a power column if i can get it to fit.
This will then roll on a set of 18 & 20" rims with one off stainless hub caps so it should look more like an older 3 litre instead of a 3.5b.
Uprated vented front discs and calipers will complete the upgrades.
Woz
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Post by enigmas on Jun 15, 2016 11:42:40 GMT
I'm looking forward to all this work Woz...especially the air bags and triangulated rear suspension...seriously!  ~ Vince. |
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Post by Roy of the Rovers on Jun 15, 2016 11:45:26 GMT
Wow John, you were on it like a car bonnet with that 'modified' comment! Wozzer, have PM'd you, we've got to meet up and have a chat mate  Perhaps you could do a modified thread and pics here with the new bits? |
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Post by johnwp5bcoupe on Jun 15, 2016 15:53:19 GMT
Roy what modified comment  Roy I did the correct thing wozza is welcome to post in both sections when relevant  I did the "polite thing" and sent him a PM explaining I feel sure "he" is happy!! |
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Post by wozzer on Jun 15, 2016 17:51:31 GMT
I'm looking forward to all this work Woz...especially the air bags and triangulated rear suspension...seriously! ~ Vince. Cheers vince i will update this thread when the delivery arrives from the usa Woz |
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Post by wozzer on Jun 15, 2016 17:59:58 GMT
Roy what modified comment Roy I did the correct thing wozza is welcome to post in both sections when relevant I did the "polite thing" and sent him a PM explaining I feel sure "he" is happy!! Yes this is fine john i understand, i will update this thread with any modification works that takes place which could be substantial  Woz. |
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Post by johnwp5bcoupe on Jun 15, 2016 18:27:42 GMT
Roy what modified comment Roy I did the correct thing wozza is welcome to post in both sections when relevant I did the "polite thing" and sent him a PM explaining I feel sure "he" is happy!! Yes this is fine john i understand, i will update this thread with any modification works that takes place which could be substantial Woz. Thank you Wozzer as I said in my PM "keep up the good work" |
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Post by Roy of the Rovers on Jun 15, 2016 21:18:34 GMT
Roy what modified comment Roy I did the correct thing wozza is welcome to post in both sections when relevant I did the "polite thing" and sent him a PM explaining I feel sure "he" is happy!! Hi John, you seem to have taken my comment the wrong way! You don't have to justify your actions to me or anyone bud!! I was just surprised at the very first mention of non standard parts the thread was split.. But I understand why and I wasn't criticising, just a tongue in cheek comment I look forward to seeing the the next instalment and hopefully popping over to Wozzer for a visit.. Heres mine, as low as I can get it Wozza on standard suspension.. Attachment Deleted |
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Post by enigmas on Jun 15, 2016 23:19:34 GMT
Nice car Roy.
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Post by wozzer on Jul 7, 2016 20:11:45 GMT
 Ok my eagerly awaited kit has arrived from the US of A. This is the triangulated four bar and bracket kit. At the moment all the bars are the same length but the top links will have to be shortend, at this stage the lenght is not known.  This is the air bag and bracket kit. Again the bracketry will have to be altered as you cannot buy a kit for the p5, but with a little imagination and some cutting and welding this kit should be ideal, of coarse only time will tell. Woz |
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Post by enigmas on Jul 7, 2016 22:10:11 GMT
I'm looking forward to your rear suspension work Wozza and your eventual evaluation of the ride. |
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Post by wozzer on Jul 8, 2016 10:08:34 GMT
Cheers enigmas, yes im looking forward to seeing how its all going to fit and function and of course how its going to look on full drop Woz |
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Post by enigmas on Jul 8, 2016 11:05:25 GMT
Do you plan for an overall lower ride height. If so how are you going to deal with the front suspension. As designed there are severe limitations to dropping it into the weeds and still maintaining viable suspension movement.
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Post by wozzer on Jul 9, 2016 7:07:55 GMT
Yes i plan to run the p5 approx 3" or so lower all round and on full drop without running any bump stops i should see 7" I am removing all the old torsion bar set up complete with steering and getting a new crossmember made by wayne clarke which will have all the new parts attatched.  This is a picture of one that he has built for an austin a60 van so is not the actual one that i am using as we have not finalised the details yet, but it will be similar. Woz |
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Post by enigmas on Jul 9, 2016 8:33:42 GMT
Nice bit of fabrication. Yes, you will have a very interesting and unique car when you're done.
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Post by wozzer on Jul 9, 2016 9:08:17 GMT
My plan is to have a charming rover p5 which wild ride slightly better, steer slightly better and look mad on its steel wheels. Although im changing a lot of the suspended parts unless you know what to look for the car will appear to be a fairly stock p5, that makes me very happy Woz. |
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Post by enigmas on Jul 9, 2016 9:44:23 GMT
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Post by wozzer on Jul 10, 2016 9:22:17 GMT
I remember seeing that somewhere before, maybe it was on here.
The lexus lump is becoming a firm favorite with rodders because they are easy to get at the moment and not particually expensive even if you buy a complete car.
The only problem is they are quite a bit bigger than the rover lump which makes them more problematic to fit into a small engine bay.
Do you know if the rover is finished ? I would like to see how it looks complete and together
Woz
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Post by redsunbeam on Jul 10, 2016 19:31:27 GMT
There was one in the UK, have a look at the 'new engine' thread in the modified section.
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Post by wozzer on Jul 14, 2016 19:14:46 GMT
 Mocked up the rear suspension to see where all the brackets will fit and i am happy that with a few mods i can run it as low as possible. I jacked up the rear to see how it will look on almost full drop, unfortunately its not a great pic but hopefully you get the idea. |
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Post by enigmas on Jul 15, 2016 3:46:08 GMT
I hope you keep all the dimensions and any drawings for your 'bagged' rearend there could be a few interested parties.
The owner of the P5 that Neal modded is very secretive, so it's hard to know where it is currently, but l'll keep my eye out for a very quick silver P5B coupe.
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Post by wozzer on Jul 15, 2016 19:38:47 GMT
I dont know about drawings but it'll imprinted in my mind never to be forgotten
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Post by wozzer on Jul 16, 2016 15:16:52 GMT
 This is a pic just to show the shock turrett, where it pokes through the floor, trimmed back to make room for the upper air bag bracket.  This pic shows the lower 4 bar/shock bracket tacked onto the axle and the lower bar in place. This also shows the top bar mocked up in place to check it for clearance around the air bag which was fine. More soon W. |
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Post by wozzer on Jul 21, 2016 18:38:41 GMT
 Just a very small update, i have had to shorten the lower bars by 50mm, these are the prepared components compete with internal strenghtening plug.  This is it after its third tig pass, just need to blend it and then grind it to shape. Woz |
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