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Are jubilee clips allowed on the SVA test for fuel lines? i read on the Westfield forum that you had to use fuel clips and Jubilee clips were a failure point. Anyone?

I remember being offered some indicator extensions to borrow for my SVA test by a member, probably a NW member. I was told the story that they had a notch for every pass. Are these still going around? If so, it is now the time to request, my SVA is in two weeks Thanks

Chadderton. Anyone have any feedback about them?

Got a letter from VOSA today. Test is 8am Thursday 2nd April. Only problem is i work nights so I'll have to take 2 days holiday. boo.

You can just about see mine in this pic. hth

Mine is a 2B, but i had the same problem as the vaux engine is wider than the pinto Before: After: RamAir filters, got them off ebay, but I cannot see any on there now.

Looking really well that mate. Colour is shocking. In a good way though! But why must so many people on this forum quote such huge blocks of text and in this case pictures? I think the quote+reply button needs hiding!

Longboarder, I'm going to have a stab at it this weekend. I went in the garage before work but only had 5 mins til i had to leave. I work nights so i'm in work now (19.34) From what i can gather from the very limited test i just done was that if i turn ignition off (engine running or not) with the lights on then the ignition doesn't turn off. For SVA I'll make sure lights are turned off as soon as they are tested!! I'll do more fault finding if i get time as i had my build photos sent back from VOSA with a note saying they have passed on all my details to Chadderton testing station and to expect a call to arrange a test date. My car is going into the local college motor engineering dept on wednesday to have the tracking done, lights aligned and carbs tuned for emmisions test. so i don't want the loom in bits really. I was hoping there was a simple answer, but once it is SVA'd I'll have a proper stab at it. SPG, I am an ex avionics technician for the RAF, I worked on Jaguar, Harrier and Nimrod. I now work for BAe Systems in Warton on Typhoon Final assembly. I wire up the avioncs bays and make off end connections. Then do Full systems continuity testing and earth leakage checks.

I really really wish I never used the vivki green loom. it really is a load of rubbish. The diagram has had me so wound up over the years at it's complete uselessness. I am an aircraft electrician by trade so wiring is my speciality, but i decided on the VG due to it's promises of a fast solution to wiring the car. Well, it all works, but just found out the other day that if i leave the lights on and turn off the ignition, the engine stays running and i still have all electrics. I assume it is the relay for the lights staying latched but as the diagram shows fook all about where any wires go I'm hoping one of you has had this problem and know a quick fix. I don't have the time for fault finding due to my impending sva and the huge list of jobs still to do. Cheers fellas

I had the same problem. I done a quick google search and within 5 minutes I had it working. Google is your friend. Use it!!

I programmed my megajolt so that only when engine revs were above 400rpm the pump would start. It switches ground to a relay to start the pump. I rely on fuel left in the float chamber to start, if that fails i have a push switch to over-ride and pump fuel.

Just buy a load now! I remember when mk2 escorts were ten a penny in scrap yards, you will never see one there now. The future for kit car donors will be BMW, they are so so cheap now and good strong engines with rwd.

I'm on 195/50 15 yoko a539. I wouldn't really recommend and higher than a 55 profile really. Theory being, that due to the light weight of the car, 20psi is plenty in the tyres to get the most grip out of them, a nice low profile affords less shift in the sidewall when cornering. Or just stick with 60's and inflate them but lose out on lots of potential grip.

WD40 has been silicone free for the last 60 years. You are showing your age now Ian!

That is a total rip-off. No way on earth does it cost GM £100 to enter a code in their computer then send you a printout. And as for still charging if he cannot get the data, that is the biggest load of balls I've ever heard. What is this blokes name by the way? Ste

I used vacuum hose from an old Hoover. cut to length then an inch wide strip out, spray glue, cover with vinyl, aircraft grade silicone adhesive on the back, then taped in place to cure. looks good, covers all the rivet heads, and was cheap.

What is it with everyone on this site quoting HUGE blocks of text? Firstly Andy you are not the first and won't be the last person trying to date a vauxhall engine! There isn't really a way to prove your engine age as GM do not issue official proof from just the engine number. If you have the logbook from the engine donor that is ok. If not, find your engine number ( left side bell housing flange) the engine type code is stamped before the engine number. If it is C20XE you need a cat If it is a 20XE then you don't. Another way, but this isn't proof of the engine age, just the age of the head, is take the oil cap off, look in, there is a circle stamped into the cam bearing cap. mine is 90, meaning 1990. Another way is by the cam belt. early engines had round tooth belts later ones were square. You need to find out when they stopped making the round tooth engines and there is proof the engine was made before that date. Good luck!

Thanks, how do I find my old membership number as I have misplaced my card.

Can I renew my membership online yet? I remember talk about it. I seem to have let it lapse

Woo £112.69 for a 28 year old with a 180bhp vauxhall engine

I have a brian james A series car transporter. May be interested in a swap. Can you give me details. Age, condition, state of repair. Mine has just had new lights, bowden cables, brakes have been checked and are in perfect condition. has a winch, the middle has been decked out in 5 bar tread plate making it more versatile and easier to walk about on when loading. It is a twin axle, has a lockable strap box, ramps and fits a robin hood perfectly. This isn't my trailer but one similar. I will get pics if you need them.

Amateur build declaration arrived today. 13th March is final date they will accept this returned by. If it doesn't get accepted it is bye bye SVA and re-apply for an IVA.

Do it yourself. I got a map for my xe and it needed loads changing. An hour on a rolling road and you will be sorted.

I have it on good authority that this Friday is the closing date for SVA applications. After that, you will have to have IVA. This comes from Paul Jepson who is doing my paperwork. Hurry as Thursday is the last day you can post the forms off.

I'm interested, but what kind of price are you thinking for a bulk buy as it seems just as cheap to buy them straight off ebay? cheers