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If you have the system I suspect you have, then you will find this should help: CLICK Trev My Dizzy has 3 wires but only two are used.

Hi, I've fitted a new 88 degree QH thermostat today and noticed a small ball in the spring: PIC Can anyone throw some light on the purpose of the ball? It is not fixed and can roll around between the spring and the wax capsule. Cheers, Trev

Ideally, Luke, you need to get a receipt (preferable in your name) for the kit. This will make it easier with VOSA form IVA4 as you can state you fitted all the parts to the kit yourself. Go to the IVA test with the V5C for the Donor and any other paperwork/receipts for parts, it worked for me. I didn't need photographs or any other way to prove amateur build. Some have been asked for photos of harness mounts which are not normally visible so it might be worth taking these. Trev

Hi Mick, If you don't need it straight away, I've got some spare 2-core screened (foc)I can put in the post to you. Trev

Thanks for the feedback Paul. I'll get the measuring sticks out and take some readings. Cheers, Trev

Hi Guys, I have a 2.0L Pinto in my 2B but not too sure of the full engine spec. Can anybody help me identify the camshaft from the photos below, please? Pic 1 Pic 2 Pic 3 The first 2 pics are of the rear end of the shaft. In Pic 1 the stamp "GA" is quite clear but the rest looks like a right old mix of poorly stamped letters/numbers. At the top of Pic 2 the stamp looks like "9491" or "949 1" Any help gratefully appreciated. Cheers, Trev

Burton Power sell QH 82, 88 and 92 degree HERE Trev

Hi Try here and use the "How-To" drop-down menu for installation and user guides. Trev

Congratulations Dave, looks a great car. Happy days :D Trev

I was quite looking forward to coming along in the 2B then I saw this: http://news.bbc.co.uk/weather/forecast/2199?area=CV7 Can we make it Tuesday instead?

Hi Luke, Are you wanting the Design Weights for the form IVA1? I used the figures: Axle 1, 450kgs Axle 2, 600kgs Gross 1050kgs and had no problems. If you search on this site you'll find the subject has been covered loads of times and you'll find it's the design weights VOSA are after, not the actual weights. HTH Trev

Hi, I've just ordered one of these: trigger-wheels It gets rid of the points and distributor so could be what you're after? HTH Trev

Congratulations Joel, I had a similar experience with B'ham VOSA: good as gold, was the testers name Paul? I too got the feeling he was willing us to pass, very helpful.... ....and to be honest DVLA across the road were good too. They had all the documents ready in no time once BUI was complete. I sent all my paperwork fao Leanne Astle, she seems to know her stuff regarding Kit Converted Vehicles . Glad I didn't have to wait in that queue... it's madness in there! Trev

Thanks for all the kind words… Cheers Nick, Yes I plan to be at Stoneleigh, see you there. Cheers Dave, …..you mean you’ve driven it illegally ????? lol Cheers Gaz, yes I’ll make an effort to get to the local meets, (Malt Shovel, Stonebridge, when’s the next one?) bring your friend with you…..I quite like red highlights ! Cheers Bob .1000 miles in a month? Wow! Have you got limited mileage on your insurance? I declared max 3000 for mine (tax expires September).. maybe I’ll have to review this figure? Cheers Peter2b, Cheers Pete the dog, Cheers Knock-on, Cheers Florin MW, Cheers Megadodo ..I bought my mirrors from RHSC at Stoneleigh some years ago. You can see them on the photos here: Garage I think these are the same ones at CBS: CBS I also had a screen mounted mirror (off an MGTF) which I reckon helped with IVA Indirect Vision . HTH Trev

Hi guys, I’d like to say a big “THANK YOU” Thank you all, who have, unknowingly, helped me to get my car on the road…. eventually! I lose count of the number of snags I hit but I‘d be on here searching for threads covering the issue, and 99.9% of the time the answer was already here from experienced builders…i.e. you! Cheers guys. My 2B…..a quick history: 2004: a wee incident in New Street B’ham put me in hospital. Some eejit decided to randomly fire a BB gun and my head got in the way . Big hole in my skull but they patched me up . 2005: criminal injuries compensation gave me a bit of spare cash so I pondered on what to do with some of it. Could’ve just frittered it all away but wanted a silver lining for my cloud. 2006: bought a part built 2B off fleabay. The seller recommended RHOCaR so I took his advice and joined the club. He gave me all his past copies of Boys in Hoods which was useful. At this point in time I’d never heard of internet forums …never mind RHOCaR. What an experience! 2007 to 2010: un-built then rebuilt! Should’ve just bought a new kit…. easy to say in hindsight! It wasn’t badly built, just not necessarily how I’d have done things. Delays in getting the job finished (or excuses, if you like) include uncertainty in employment (watching the pennies), family member health issue (priorities), and the birth of my second daughter (seemed to have my hands full again!) 2011: Ready for IVA. Test arranged for 7th March in Birmingham. Passed……. happy as a pig in you-know-what. DVLA Built-up Inspection today, on the road by 4pm. Hurray!! So once again, “THANK YOU”, I look forward to seeing you at future meets and shows. Trev

Seriously, having just gone through it, I wouldn't worry. It wasn't as bad as I thought it was going to be and I'm a terrible worrier! Finger nails lost about 1mm each last night..lol My experience was a not what I expected. It was quite relaxed and unstressful. I would have failed on some uncovered edges on the lower panels but the tester allowed me to add some trim while I was there. Worth taking a selection of edge trim just incase. I also had to align the headlamps as I'd only guessed the setting. Apart from those and getting dead close on the noise (98.6dBA) all went well and I came away with IAC and a smile.

How uncanny... I've had my first real drive today too...it really is a great experience once overcoming that initial apprehension! Was freezing cold at 7.30 this morning though. Must get warmer clothes!

Do you have the original RH receipt for the kit? If not, it might be worth asking GBSC to "fabricate" a backdated one with your name on......... then, effectively, you had it from new!

Hey Jon, I really don't understand that stance from VOSA on your test. I took my 2B to Birmingham station today for IVA. Should have started at 8am, but eventually got going at about 20 past. We had a 10 minute break for coffee half way through and it was all over by 10:30ish. I can't see why they would need a full day unless they are using it to train a newbie tester?

Hi Daz, I'd expect Terminal 75 at position 1 and both T75 and T15 at position 2. Trev

I think this is newer: https://online.businesslink.gov.uk/Transport_files/124_IVA_M1_Inspection_Manual_Version_1010.pdf Links to other files on this page: http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/bdotg/action/detail?itemId=1081997083&type=RESOURCES

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