MarkBzero

As some of you know my donor vehicle was a sierra import from South Africa. It was fitted with a crossflow engine and 4 speed box. Richard at GBS has suggested that I replace the box with a 5 speed type 9. This will make future engines changes easier and long distance drives more pleasent. Questions if I go ahead with the change: 1. Will it affect the registration process going for age related plate? 2. Will the bellhousing from the 4 speed fit the 5 speed? 3. What clutch set up would I need (part number etc)? 4. Anything else I need to do or general advice i.e change starter motor? Thank you. Regards Mark

Paul, I like it but I'll wait for a few to be fitted first. Please let me know if you get one. Regards Mark

Russell, I am building the Zero kit. I went down the donor vehicle route as part of the fun stripping, cleaning and painting. 10 years in the planning 4 weeks into the build, you won't find a better forum or guys for advice and free information. As already stated don't under estimate the hidden costs of buying odds and sods. I am going to be the odd one out because my donor came with a old crossflow so in the tradition of locosts that's what I am going to use - well at least for the IVA. Then the fun starts with all the modofications you can do...... Its great fun and a fantastic experience - take the plunge. Regards Mark PS haven't decide how to display my build photos yet!

It's all good fun, don't be afraid to ask any questions somebody will know the answer. This is a great forum. Regards Mark

Steve, I used stretch boots off ebay http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2-x-SLIDE-A-BOOT-MEDIUM-STRETCHY-CV-KITS-FITTING-CONE-/170513137207?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item27b35ffe37 There's a thread somewhere and most owners that commented reccommended them they fit various sizes and come with fitting tools and steel securing bands. Worth a look. Regards Mark

That's a really nice exhaust system so much better coming from the side panel rather than over the top. I wonder if it will work on the Zero? Regards Mark

I swaer by a prodcut called 'Showroomshine' it will do paint work, gelcoat, glass and black bumper trims all in one. It is even advertised that you can use it with out washing your car first. PS. call me old fashion I still wash the car first.

Maybe the dreaded political correctness is affecting the humour and I think most people are generally working harder and longer hours. When I was in the army the humour and p**s take was the backbone of all morale and friendship. I think this is a great forum and although not a heavy user I rely on the information and appreciate all your help in building my Zero. Keep the banter coming. Regards Mark

Sharky, Measured stainless steel bonnet 96cm's I have not got my nose cone yet. Regards Mark

Graham, Looking good you are well ahead of me. I have loads of build photos but have not decided if I am going to use a blog site, web site or photobucket. Keep posting the pictures. Regards Mark

Mower man I think you are right but I beleive its the knowledge and quality of answers that close the thread. Also more owners are meeting outside of this forum face to face or email in addition to this there's a lot of technical information and build photo's available on the net. Nick I agree with you on a few occasions I feel the dare I say it 'the cold shoulder' when I mention a GBS Zero and not a RHE 2B. Almost like how some people have made comments about a Westfield builder. I suppose its up to us as individuals to improve this after all we are all like minded people and dived into this passion of building or driving our kit cars. Wives nagging, always in the garage always skint saving up for the next modification. Regards to all owners. Mark

Hi john, I would like a set please. Not done the PM thing yet I will try to send you my address. Kind regards Mark

I am going to fit my seats directly to the lowered floor but include some large 40mm stainless steel washers to act as spreaders. Any Zero readers that have passed IVA as NIck said photos appreciated. Regards Mark

Thank you I was looking for some of these, isn't ebay great. Regards Mark

The wife is not impressed I ventured into the garage (sneaked) on week day to measure the shaft. The extended shaft measures 79cm from end to end including UJ's measurement of extension excluding ends (i.e. bar length) 56cm. Hope this helps. Mark

Looking good. Keep posting pictures they will help with the pending GBS Zero build manual. I am struggling for time. Mark

No new build manual for the Zero - work in progress Richard is trying a few new things on the Zero. The fuel and brake line clips look really good. Mark

Hi Doddy, I pick up my Zero last week and the nose cone was slightly damage (thinning on gel coat so they are making another one. Call Richard he might sell the old one rather than throw it out. Regards Mark

Well it was a good day at GBS collecting the kit. Welcomed with a cup of coffee, Richard and crew was very helpful. In the workshop the mechanics answered a few questions about the build. They have not finished the new build manual yet - work in progress. Nose cone and one rear arch on back order due to the gel coat I'll pick them up at Stafford show. All in the garage now - where do you store everything? Be prepared for the bombardment of questions. Do I start a blog, website or use photobucket? Regards Mark

I'll be there on Saturday in tintop. Pick up Zero tomorrow I garantee it will not be ready.....until December.....2011, 2012, 2013

At long last after many years of dreaming the day has come. On Wednesday I will be collecting my Zero 2468 kit with a few extra's- seats, stainless panels, lowered floor and powder coated chassis. No doubt I will see some other goodies in the showroom (don't tell the wife). My dad is going to travel 140 miles to my house then the 2 1/2 hour drive to GBS to help I think he is trying to gain a bit of his youth back! at last.... Mark

Hi Craig, I am going to use a old crossflow three main reasons it was in the donor vehicle, its cheap to maintain and easy to tune. So far I have not had any problems getting parts. Its not necessarily speed or power I want but a enjoyable build, ability to cruise and meet other RHOCAR members. Mark