Supercharger for VFSS

[white lie]

Short block coming togetherhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200820/3134e58e89fb72df5b825c50e5a6b721.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200820/a52d1ba97304266849317e0114211658.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200820/47cbfd38a9c05a3ba5746c81236248fa.jpg

[HOLDAN]

Thanks for posting these for me Chris

[HOLDAN]

Here's an update.
- supercharger is ready to be shipped - should have it next week
- converter has been ordered - 3 weeks away
- heads are with the machinist to get valve seats cut and face - should be back next week
- camshaft ordered - should see it in about 3 weeks.

When all these goodies arrive, it will be game on to bring it all together

[whitels1ss]

The wait will be worth it, be interesting to see how it goes Dan. :cheers:

[Pickles]

GREAT thread, great pics, thanks for posting, looking forward to following your story.
Pickles.

[HOLDAN]

GREAT thread, great pics, thanks for posting, looking forward to following your story.
Pickles.

No worries Pickles.

[HOLDAN]

Hi guys

My supercharger finally arrived during the week - that was an ordeal (of patience)

Just waiting for the camshaft and stallie then it will be all systems go.

[Micks]

Bout fucin time aye mate! Hope it all comes together for you well.

[HOLDAN]

Bout fucin time aye mate! Hope it all comes together for you well.

Hell yes. The gearbox took 4 months.

Thanks - I 'm hoping it will be finished by the end of Oct

[whitels1ss]

The wait is a killer. :yup:

Looking forward to seeing your 8 second youtube clips Dan. :toetap: :stick::lol:

[HOLDAN]

The wait is a killer. :yup:

Looking forward to seeing your 8 second youtube clips Dan. :toetap: :stick::lol:

It sure is Ed - makes it harder when hot cars drive past me or I see a red VF.

Nice re 8 sec clips - I'll post them don't worry about that!!!

[HOLDAN]

UPDATE:

The heads are now back from the machinist. So we are on the final stretch to the finish line as all major components are in the workshop.

We are aiming for completion within 4 weeks.

[HOLDAN]

UPDATE:

The engine is built now. It will be painted tomorrow. The old engine (24,000kms) will be removed tomorrow ready for the new engine to be installed on Monday.

Getting ever so close.

[white lie]

Nearly party time!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201102/80bfa25358b8e9f30b02495e49d9829a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201102/766da3f6bc35b4fe69ae10a266b569ff.jpg

[Wonky]

^^^^^^ :bow: :bow: :bow: :bow: :bow:

[Micks]

It's looking great Dan, :goodjob:

[whitels1ss]

Looks great, looks like it has the latest, bigger throttle body?

You should take a close up picture of the throttle intake, (without the yellow sticker on it) they look tough as! :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

UPDATE:

Engine is now installed. And the gearbox/overdrive is almost ready to install.

I'm going up to Toowoomba on Monday afternoon so I'll have some more pics and info then

[Pickles]

UPDATE:

Engine is now installed. And the gearbox/overdrive is almost ready to install.

I'm going up to Toowoomba on Monday afternoon so I'll have some more pics and info then

Toowoomba?....I used to live there at Drayton in the 60s. Went to school with a Doug Schultz, who's used to run a used car yard, Autoland, and He was also a big wheel in Speedway /Motorsport etc in the Toowoomba area,...have you heard of him?
Pickles.

[whitels1ss]

Any updates Dan? :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Hi Ed

Not much to report - Terry ordered the diff centre - Strange HD Pro.

Pretty much finished the front end - engine/gearbox.

Working on the inside guards - pushing them in a centremetre to fit the 275 racing tyres in.

I said to him a week ago that I wasn't in a hurry now. So I'm thinking we will be ready to race by Feb

[whitels1ss]

Thanks for the reply Dan, bet you can't wait to have it running.

[HOLDAN]

No worries Ed

That's for sure - I'm sure it will be worth the wait though.

[HOLDAN]

UPDATE:

Now that Christmas/New Year is behind us, Terry will get back on to my car next week.

Hoping to have the engine running shortly.

[whitels1ss]

Thanks for the update Dan

Looking forward to seeing more. :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Thanks for the update Dan

Looking forward to seeing more. :cheers:

No worries Ed - I'll share some more pics as soon as the engine is running

[HOLDAN]

Good morning and happy Monday!!

I haven't updated for a while, simply because there has not been much to report.

The cooling system is finished. Fuel tank being designed and fabricated. Rear guards still to be modified.

[HOLDAN]

Challange at the moment is with the ECU and the powerglide - I want to race in the new True Street class and so the ABS has to be functional (no transbrake allowed either). The ECU is having trouble given the car was an auto. However, Terry knows a guy who has recalibrated a VF auto ECU for a powerglide so we should be good next week.

[whitels1ss]

Why can't it be tuned setting the ECU as the car has a 6 speed manual?

I have been looking at fitting a T400 to my older 4 spd auto LS1 blown car
& my tuner told me the T/C & the ABS would work fine.

[Micks]

Why can't it be tuned setting the ECU as the car has a 6 speed manual?

I have been looking at fitting a T400 to my older 4 spd auto LS1 blown car
& my tuner told me the T/C & the ABS would work fine.

Ed the VT/VX use primitive controllers in those models, so no problem for you. Dan can do what's required though a bit trickier on the E38 controlled models.

Dan any further pics of the vehicle, interested in your fuel tank & location please?

[whitels1ss]

Ed the VT/VX use primitive controllers in those models, so no problem for you.
Dan can do what's required though a bit trickier on the E38 controlled models.


I know it is a different system
but I am sure that one of the brilliant tuners out there would be able to work it out
& it would have been shared around.

There are quite a few very quick VE's getting around with TH400 & powerglide transmissions in them.

[Micks]

There are quite a few very quick VE's getting around with TH400 & powerglide transmissions in them.

Yes there are, very easy to upset the canbus on an e38 system, they chuck a wobbly & refuse to play, especially so if the BCM is still in the equation, very simple if running an e38 no vats, though the op needs all operational.

[HOLDAN]

Why can't it be tuned setting the ECU as the car has a 6 speed manual?

I have been looking at fitting a T400 to my older 4 spd auto LS1 blown car
& my tuner told me the T/C & the ABS would work fine.

I'm not sure of the specifics

[HOLDAN]

Ed the VT/VX use primitive controllers in those models, so no problem for you. Dan can do what's required though a bit trickier on the E38 controlled models.

Dan any further pics of the vehicle, interested in your fuel tank & location please?

No other pics at this stage - the fuel tank is being worked on at the moment. Once the ECU is sorted, it will be ready to start the engince - I'll get plenty of pics then

[HOLDAN]

Terry has a guy who can re-calibrate the ECU - it is with him at the moment. Should be back in the workshop next week.

[Micks]

Terry has a guy who can re-calibrate the ECU - it is with him at the moment. Should be back in the workshop next week.

Good news, look forward to it. :cool:

[whitels1ss]

Terry has a guy who can re-calibrate the ECU - it is with him at the moment. Should be back in the workshop next week.

Good stuff mate! :goodjob:

[whitels1ss]

Terry has a guy who can re-calibrate the ECU - it is with him at the moment. Should be back in the workshop next week.

Any more news or pictures Dan? :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Any more news or pictures Dan? :cheers:

Hi Ed

I went up to Toowoomba last Thursday - ECU is back and wired in.

Fuel tank has been designed and template sent to the fabricator. Ice box is beng designed.

Next major job is cutting the rear guards - hoping that will happen next week. Once that's done, axles measured, ordered and then we should be good to goooooooooooooo

[Micks]

Hi Ed

I went up to Toowoomba last Thursday - ECU is back and wired in.

Fuel tank has been designed and template sent to the fabricator. Ice box is beng designed.

Next major job is cutting the rear guards - hoping that will happen next week. Once that's done, axles measured, ordered and then we should be good to goooooooooooooo

Great news Dan, if you can upload some pics of your tank once all fabbed up mate?

[whitels1ss]

Great news Dan! :goodjob:

[HOLDAN]

Great news Dan! :goodjob:

Thanks Ed - looking forward to start day

[HOLDAN]

Good morning

So all the diff parts have arrived except the gears - should be here on Thursday.

Focus now is tubbing and completing the diff, fuel tank and exhaust. Getting very close

[Micks]

Good morning

So all the diff parts have arrived except the gears - should be here on Thursday.

Focus now is tubbing and completing the diff, fuel tank and exhaust. Getting very close

:goodjob: Dan, please have Ol mate post up those pics when your done, thanks Mick

[HOLDAN]

:goodjob: Dan, please have Ol mate post up those pics when your done, thanks Mick

Sure thing Mick - will do

[HOLDAN]

Next update:

Diff gear and pinion has finally arrived. Waiting for the wavetrac.
Terry cutting the tubs out at the moment.

[HOLDAN]

Good morning guys

I visited Terry yesterday for an update and to discuss a few items. Tubs are cut out now and the workmanship looks fantastic. The diff is being assembled off site as there was some machining to do on the carrier to enable fitment of the Wavetrac. The assembled diff should be back next week. The axels will then need to be measured and ordered (from the States). So we are expecting about a month for them to be delivered.

Exhaust system issues have been sorted - using oval shaped pipes and apparently they flow better than the circular ones.

Fuel tank still to be fabricated but that can't commence until the diff etc are installed.

[whitels1ss]

This build is going to be a monster Dan! :lol:

[HOLDAN]

This build is going to be a monster Dan! :lol:

It will indeed Ed.

Terry was saying that the rear end set up should make the car quicker than similar hp cars. I can't wait to get it on the track.

[white lie]

Couple of pics thru from Dan

Engine and mock up rear end fitment.

Looking good mate!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210711/6dd4574979705096aafe9e6af7f0800b.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210711/9ac9a5765377995526fb38c3af14cf5b.jpg

[HOLDAN]

Thanks for posting these for me Chris.

[Micks]

It will indeed Ed.

Terry was saying that the rear end set up should make the car quicker than similar hp cars. I can't wait to get it on the track.

100% Dan, a solid rear axle will always put the power down better than an independent setup any day! :goodjob:

Those Trick Flo heads are an awesome piece of work too! :drool:

[HOLDAN]

Hi

It's been a while since anything significant has happened until today. FINALLY my diff housing has returned from the machinist so all up the diff has taken 3 1/2 months. Almost all of which was waiting for parts to arrive. Anyway, the diff shold be installed next week. Axels to be ordered, fuel tank to be fabricated and the wait for the axels to arrive.

[HOLDAN]

Good morning

Happy Friday to you.

My build is moving along albeit slowly. More hold ups with parts.
Diff is now installed and the axels were ordered on Wednesday. I'm not sure if Terry was able to source them domestically. If so, then they will arrive next week.
Issues with sourcing a fuel pump - ongoing.
Exhaust is finished to the diff.
I'm heading up to Toowoomba on Wednesday. I'll take some pics and post them up.

[whitels1ss]

Thanks for the update Dan,

will look forward to seeing more. :cheers:

[white lie]

More photos [emoji1]https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211215/6b5b8ef745685223a82c0ea01fedf794.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211215/0ccf1227a2de1dba571738cf1a18fd1e.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211215/b72d50d8af6c301bb24b49c9640b1bba.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211215/de4b9cfef18f85814ec3a134a90a4d71.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211215/667cf25d1f79f355aaba8686a6669f3e.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211215/026ca349242f9410083073055f2d00c5.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211215/96a105306ed8ba6399bf7b005b15cb05.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211215/55f1454b2bc53d71a6fe964040cf0b6d.jpg

[HOLDAN]

Thanks for posting these for me Chris

[HOLDAN]

The axels are in Australia so that is good
The fuel pump in with a freight forwarder ready for shipment which is also good

[bigfoot]

Great stuff holdan, how long do you reckin before its going?

[HOLDAN]

Great stuff holdan, how long do you reckin before its going?

Hi Mate
Thank you
Terry's workshop closes today for the Christmas break and opens on 10 Jan
So I would say mid Febish

[bigfoot]

Hi Mate
Thank you
Terry's workshop closes today for the Christmas break and opens on 10 Jan
So I would say mid Febish

Thankyou for reply, bet you cant wait.

[HOLDAN]

Thankyou for reply, bet you cant wait.

No worries
That is an understatement.
We are setting it up to run in the new Real Street bracket
http://www.ihra.com.au/Real_Street_Rules_and_Regulations_Revised_22122020 .pdf

[Pickles]

Amazing work, amazing pics.
Thanks so much for posting,..it's pretty exciting reading & seeing this project as it progresses.
Pickles.

[whitels1ss]

No worries
That is an understatement.
We are setting it up to run in the new Real Street bracket
http://www.ihra.com.au/Real_Street_Rules_and_Regulations_Revised_22122020 .pdf

Great stuff!

It will be an absolute fun monster to drive & I reckon will take a fair bit of practice to get used to. :yup:

[bigfoot]

No worries
That is an understatement.
We are setting it up to run in the new Real Street bracket
http://www.ihra.com.au/Real_Street_Rules_and_Regulations_Revised_22122020 .pdf

Thanks for posting this thred about your amazing project.

[HOLDAN]

Great stuff!

It will be an absolute fun monster to drive & I reckon will take a fair bit of practice to get used to. :yup:

Yes it will be a monster and it will take some getting used to that's for sure. I plan on spending a few days in Toowoomba when its finished and drive around - I can easliy ask Terry questions too

[HOLDAN]

Thanks for posting this thred about your amazing project.

My pleasure - it's been great hearing all the comments along the way

[white lie]

Fuel pump module looks serious https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220218/4dfcc043d00e444f30ba2119cb7f1e70.jpg

[HOLDAN]

Fuel pump module looks serious https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220218/4dfcc043d00e444f30ba2119cb7f1e70.jpg

Thanks again for posting my pic Chris.

Yes it is a serious pump. New breed of brushless electric pumps.

[whitels1ss]

Looks like more great gear, any clues when the car might be up & running? :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Looks like more great gear, any clues when the car might be up & running? :cheers:

When the axles arrive, that will enable final assembly of the rear setup. Which will then enable design, fabrication and install of the fuell cell. Then some final work on the exhaust and we should be good to go

[HOLDAN]

My axles FINALLY made it to Toowoomba on Monday. What a fn epic wait. Anyway, moving on. Final stretch now.

[Pickles]

My axles FINALLY made it to Toowoomba on Monday. What a fn epic wait. Anyway, moving on. Final stretch now.

"Toowoomba"?..I lived in Toowoomba (Drayton) in the early 60s, went to Harristown High with Doug Schultz who is well known in Speedway Circles & ran a used car yard "Autoland",..do you know him?
Regards, Pickles.

[HOLDAN]

"Toowoomba"?..I lived in Toowoomba (Drayton) in the early 60s, went to Harristown High with Doug Schultz who is well known in Speedway Circles & ran a used car yard "Autoland",..do you know him?
Regards, Pickles.

Hi Pickles

I don't live in Toowoomba - I'm in Brisbane. My car is being built by Terry Seng at Paramount Automotive in Toowoomba.

I don't know of Doug.

Small world indeed.

[Pickles]

Hi Pickles

I don't live in Toowoomba - I'm in Brisbane. My car is being built by Terry Seng at Paramount Automotive in Toowoomba.

I don't know of Doug.

Small world indeed.

Ah right, then I reckon Terry would know Doug for sure.
Love your thread, Regards, Pickles.

[HOLDAN]

Ah right, then I reckon Terry would know Doug for sure.
Love your thread, Regards, Pickles.

I'm sure he would Pickles.

Thank you..

[HOLDAN]

We are edging closer and closer to finsihing what has turned out to be an epic build. I had no idea that it would take more than two years. Covid has made it extremely challenging not to mention severe weather events, floods and acid spills.

We are waiting on the 110mm throttle body from Harrop. It was installed initially and then recalled. Issue resolved and now it's on back-order - three weeks.

There are a few diff issues to finalise including the setup for the rear coilovers, and then the final section of the exhaust can be completed from diff to tips. It's a very tight squeeze for the exhaust so some careful design and layout are required.

Then the design, fabrication and install of the fuel tank and we should be good to go.

[whitels1ss]

Gee it has taken a long time Dan

sounds like it's going to be an absolute weapon! :evil:

[HOLDAN]

Gee it has taken a long time Dan

sounds like it's going to be an absolute weapon! :evil:

Sure has Ed. So many things out of our control. It should go pretty hard lol

[HOLDAN]

Here's an update:

The fuel tank has been designed and sent to be laser cut. Not back yet. Then welded and installed
The diff housing etc have been sent to be powder-coated. Not back yet. Then re-assembled/installed

Then the last section of the exhaust system can be completed from in front of the diff to the rear.

Flex-fuel system calibrated.

And then we should be able to turn the key...............

[whitels1ss]

Getting close now then. :goodjob:

[HOLDAN]

Hello

I've had another minor setback - arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.

When the pieces for the fuel tank came back from the laser cutter, they had made an error with the cutting, so now they are re-cutting the pieces. Frustrating and it is what it is.

[whitels1ss]

Damn!

Hope they get it sorted quickly for you Dan.

[HOLDAN]

Damn!

Hope they get it sorted quickly for you Dan.

I'm sure they will

[HOLDAN]

Final post for the year.

More delays mean the car won't be finished before Christmas.

Looking forward to posting the completed project early in the new year.

[whitels1ss]

Damn!!! :banghead:

Have a good Christmas Dan!

All the best mate! :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Damn!!! :banghead:

Have a good Christmas Dan!

All the best mate! :cheers:

Yes I’ll say. All good Ed
Merry Christmas to you too

[white lie]

I was surprised to get these pics through today! I have been away from the forums for a long time, I thought this build would be well and truly done but seems to be taking as long to build as my house [emoji23]

Anyway, update pics of the custom fuel tank https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230325/505ada43856e0fe8a7741c16d82961b3.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230325/7318af11419e8253eb6a2824394a2275.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230325/c1a1ebac8ffe08036ca3179e234b825e.jpg

[HOLDAN]

Many thanks Chris

It is still going.

[HOLDAN]

Hi guys

I visited Terry yesterday (I've asked Chris to upload some pics - many thanks Chris).

It's coming along nicely. I certainly underestimated the amount of R&D that has been required to ensure the final result is as near to factory-looking as possible.
Still a few challenges with the fuel system set up and Terry is progressing with addressing them.
Exhaust pipe clearance over the diff has been an issue and there is now a soluton for that.
I would say there are still a few months to go until we can fire her up. All is good.

[white lie]

Looks tough as nails! https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230429/1f257efbccd941dc3f043d365b04db57.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230429/23c26dd414b3728a2ab846e33e074b59.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230429/79529ab0ddac467e933374b8b236d3fe.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230429/92cfc98099704c0d6e5af5d32f51a963.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230429/ac7ec02b7ea3221877b6ff8bcd80893f.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230429/bed3ddc9e281ec36ff53d95adcad660a.jpg

[HOLDAN]

Thanks for posting these pics Chris

[whitels1ss]

That looks insane Dan!

Bet you can't wait to drive it. :goodjob:

[HOLDAN]

That looks insane Dan!

Bet you can't wait to drive it. :goodjob:

Hi Ed
Yes it is a little on the insane side
And it is very hard waiting

[whitels1ss]

Hi Ed
Yes it is a little on the insane side
And it is very hard waiting

I bet it has been hard waiting Dan but I am sure you are going to end up with an amazing result.

Looking forward to seeing a video of your first run on the strip with a nine second pass. :goodjob:

(With even more to follow...):yup:

[HOLDAN]

I bet it has been hard waiting Dan but I am sure you are going to end up with an amazing result.

Looking forward to seeing a video of your first run on the strip with a nine second pass. :goodjob:

(With even more to follow...):yup:

It will be an amazing result Ed. Terry and his son Jaidyn are doing an awesome job in making the car look mint. Their attention to detail has blown me away.

I will post a video when we start her and race too

[whitels1ss]

Look forward it seeing it Dan. :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Look forward it seeing it Dan. :cheers:

Me too Ed - and driving the wheels off it lol

[HOLDAN]

Ok here is what is left to do:
- anti roll bar- exhaust- powder coating- reassmeble rear end / diff after powdercoating- fit to car
- Front ice tank / fuel tank and fuel system
- engine fire up#
- After first fire up- everything will get checked & serviced, and anthing that has been forgotten will be noticed and tidied up.
- With it running Terry will have to get the gear vendor- all the speedo's, abs sensors etc working with the factory ecu & new trans set up#

[whitels1ss]

Sound good! :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Sound good! :cheers:

Thanks Ed - it has been a lesson in patience that's for sure.

[HOLDAN]

Here's another update.

The fuel tank design is complete. Baffles ordered, cut and arrived. Anti-roll bar assembly has arrived.

This week the baffles will be welded in the tank. ARB assembled and installed and the end pieces of the exhaust will be fabricated and fitted.

[white lie]

Nice looking tank, what's the capacity looking to be? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/f486990f73bb8774344e35d2eb8e386a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/fa5dc57707e892d4b00219d1ea20d409.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/fa86870fc60160aaa77930f8ef349c14.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/1c03ee830012266e0887dfc9b6ee5924.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/35dcf2767c084a79e29f92308f0064a3.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/32b5f857d3cd94af15e742b173400641.jpg

[whitels1ss]

Nice looking tank, what's the capacity looking to be? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/f486990f73bb8774344e35d2eb8e386a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/fa5dc57707e892d4b00219d1ea20d409.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/fa86870fc60160aaa77930f8ef349c14.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/1c03ee830012266e0887dfc9b6ee5924.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/35dcf2767c084a79e29f92308f0064a3.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230719/32b5f857d3cd94af15e742b173400641.jpg

Wow! that looks like a very fancy piece of work! :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Not sure what the capacity will be at the moment.

Yes it is a very cool design and fabrication. And I love the brushless electric fuel pump

[HOLDAN]

Many thanks again Chris for posting my pics

[white lie]

Quick video of the exhaust setup from Dan

http://cloud.tapatalk.com/s/64e5b0433c4f0/07A67210-6584-4DC0-BBE5-95F066E5FB39.MOV

[HOLDAN]

As always - many thanks for posting for me Chris.

[HOLDAN]

It is worth noting that the bends in the 3.5" pipe were too tight for the Mandrel bender. So the bends were fabricated using about 20 sections . That's an outstanding effort IMHO

[whitels1ss]

Hey Dan, I cannot see the video posted by Chris yesterday.

Can anyone else see it? :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Hey Dan, I cannot see the video posted by Chris yesterday.

Can anyone else see it? :cheers:

Hi Ed

I'll have a still photo posted shortly.

[HOLDAN]

Hey Dan, I cannot see the video posted by Chris yesterday.

Can anyone else see it? :cheers:

Hi Ed

I've asked Chris to upload a still photograph

[white lie]

I'll try and find another source to host the video. That was just using Tapatalk, which I had doubts about it working https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230824/5c46d32c2cfb46969f646830c7841419.jpg

[whitels1ss]

I'll try and find another source to host the video. That was just using Tapatalk, which I had doubts about it working https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230824/5c46d32c2cfb46969f646830c7841419.jpg

Far out!

Looks like some fantastic fabrication on this build! :goodjob:

[HOLDAN]

Yes the fabrication is outstanding!! Couldn't be happier

[white lie]

Another anglehttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230825/ba512c1c74a6603adedb8ca1916eff3b.jpg

[HOLDAN]

Thanks again Chris

[FrangaFry]

WOW ............ just WOW man!

What a build ........... that is Exceptional man..

[HOLDAN]

WOW ............ just WOW man!

What a build ........... that is Exceptional man..

Many thanks for your kind words Franga - much appreciated

[HOLDAN]

The anti roll bar is complete which means the rear is now complete and will be sent to the poweder coater tomorrow.
Getting close now............

[white lie]

Beefy looking bit of kit! https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230912/c5d4cd8ddd6579459fd4068f87c8bd49.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230912/86002621191546b70970bb50b69d2397.jpg

[whitels1ss]

That looks a little bit heavy duty! :goodjob:

[HOLDAN]

That looks a little bit heavy duty! :goodjob:

Should do the job. We'll be pushing 1,000rwhp through 2 tonnes + of car.

[white lie]

Looking schmick!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20231005/9e7ee92b0e4b462fea1b39a892abcc3f.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20231005/2153e1e71730fc23e774bb63487847ad.jpg

[HOLDAN]

Thanks again Chris for uploading these photos.

[HOLDAN]

Good morning guys

Great news - the first engine fire up is booked for 21 December.

First race event is the Kenda 660 at Willowbank on 20 Feb 2024

[whitels1ss]

Good morning guys

Great news - the first engine fire up is booked for 21 December.

First race event is the Kenda 660 at Willowbank on 20 Feb 2024

Great news Dan!

All the very best with it! :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Great news Dan!

All the very best with it! :cheers:

Many thanks Ed. I will post a few videos

[whitels1ss]

Many thanks Ed. I will post a few videos

Will look forward to seeing! :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Well engine fire up was supposed to be today. However, it did not happen. Very disappointed and frustrated

[HOLDAN]

Getting close to four years off the road.

[whitels1ss]

What is the hold up Dan? :confused:

[HOLDAN]

Waiting for a “spud” to be fabricated

[whitels1ss]

Waiting for a “spud” to be fabricated

What's a "spud"? :confused:

[HOLDAN]

What's a "spud"? :confused:

A spud connects/affixes the coil pack to the coil bracket. The latter is welded to the rocker cover

[whitels1ss]

A spud connects/affixes the coil pack to the coil bracket. The latter is welded to the rocker cover

That's a pain, hope they get it sorted quick for you Dan.

[HOLDAN]

That's a pain, hope they get it sorted quick for you Dan.

Me too Ed - this process has been a lesson in patience

[whitels1ss]

Me too Ed - this process has been a lesson in patience

Yeah, congratulations mate, I would have lost my sh1t with it a long time ago,

it must have been a very stressful wait but I guess you can imagine seeing a faint glow coming from the direction of the end of the tunnel now!

[HOLDAN]

Yeah, congratulations mate, I would have lost my sh1t with it a long time ago,

it must have been a very stressful wait but I guess you can imagine seeing a faint glow coming from the direction of the end of the tunnel now!

I have come close a few times to throwing the towel in that' for sure.

Yes there is a faint light at the end of the tunnel. However, I never know how long the tunnel is. Hoping to get my car back some time in 2024!!

[HOLDAN]

Here's another update. The spuds arrived and have been installed on the rocker covers. Gear shifter is now installed.
Hoping for an engine start up next week.

[Pickles]

Here's another update. The spuds arrived and have been installed on the rocker covers. Gear shifter is now installed.
Hoping for an engine start up next week.

You are indeed a VERY patient man. Good luck for a successful start up "next week".

[HOLDAN]

Well it wouldn't be my car build if there weren't any more delays. So this one is trying to get the fuel filler pipe to go through the chasis to avoid protruding into the boot. the bends required are quite tight making it difficult for the mandrel bender to bend them enough. If that does't work, then it will mean a small section of pipe will need to go through the corner of the boot - not a big deal in my books. So maybe a start this Sunday

[whitels1ss]

Dan, hats off to you, you must have the patience of a saint. :yup:

I could not have kept my cool through all of what you have put up with.

[HOLDAN]

Dan, hats off to you, you must have the patience of a saint. :yup:

I could not have kept my cool through all of what you have put up with.

Thanks Ed - it has been touch and go many times. Almost 4 years now

[HOLDAN]

Good morning
A major milestone was reached yesterday afternoon - fuel into the fuel tank. There are some ECU mods to be done hopefully today which would allow for an engine fire up tomorrow

[HOLDAN]

Engine fire up is now locked in for Thursday

[amckiwi]

Fingers crossed it’s this Thursday

[HOLDAN]

Fingers crossed it’s this Thursday

Very good point - pretty confident this time

[HOLDAN]

Great news!!! - The car was fired up yesterday. OMG the sound is nuts. I'm so happy with it.
There are a few more items to sort out before going on the dyno.

[whitels1ss]

Great stuff Dan! :goodjob:

[HOLDAN]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AB2lqb0_2us

Here is a video of the first start up

[whitels1ss]

Looks & sounds fantastic Dan.

I like that it is not over loud & the cam does not sound too stupid choppy for the street,

I was expecting it to sound way more angry. :lol:

Looking forward to hearing about your dyno results next. :cheers:

I also like the tow bar on there. :yup:

[Pickles]

That sounds pretty tough.
Do you have any idea what sort of power you are hoping for (ATW).

[HOLDAN]

Looks & sounds fantastic Dan.

I like that it is not over loud & the cam does not sound too stupid choppy for the street,

I was expecting it to sound way more angry. :lol:

Looking forward to hearing about your dyno results next. :cheers:

I also like the tow bar on there. :yup:

Hi Ed - thank you very much.
I thought it sounded pretty angry although the bi-modal exhaust was open and Terry said it will quieten down further following the dyno tune
Will share the dyno results when available.
I had the tow bar for my ski boat. I sold it to help pay for the car build

[HOLDAN]

That sounds pretty tough.
Do you have any idea what sort of power you are hoping for (ATW).

Thanks Pickles
We are aiming for 1,000 rwhp

[Pickles]

Thanks Pickles
We are aiming for 1,000 rwhp

"1000rwhp", wow, that would be beyond my comprehension on the road!
Will it be road registered?
Looking forward to the dyno results.

[BLACK 346]

"1000rwhp", wow, that would be beyond my comprehension on the road!
Will it be road registered?
Looking forward to the dyno results.

You can't even install an aftermarket camshaft in SA without risking a defect. Most just seem to run the gauntlet here and hope for the best. I haven't lived interstate for a few years but hopefully they use more
common sense and this is road registered :)

[whitels1ss]

You can't even install an aftermarket camshaft in SA without risking a defect.

You can get most things engineered Rod, they have slackened off lately in my opinion.

I know a guy with a tubbed HB Torana running a stinking hot
LS3 with turbo that runs wheel standing 8 second quarter miles trapping at well over 150mph.

The car is engineered & he drives it on the street very often.

[BLACK 346]

You can get most things engineered Rod, they have slackened off lately in my opinion.

I know a guy with a tubbed HB Torana running a stinking hot
LS3 with turbo that runs wheel standing 8 second quarter miles trapping at well over 150mph.

The car is engineered & he drives it on the street very often.

Good to hear they have relaxed a bit Ed, but I should have specified that I am referring to cars manufactured after 1 January 1986. Seems to be a free for all if you car is prior to that lol.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1 January 1986

All vehicles manufactured on or after 1 January 1986 must comply with ADR 37, including:

This category of the vehicle may only be fitted with an engine complying with ADR 37 or later ie an engine designed to operate only on unleaded fuel), which incorporates all associated emission control components.
Fitting an engine other than an original or optional engine requires approval from the Department for Infrastructure and Transport.
No alterations to the engine's camshaft, inlet manifold, carburettor/fuel injectors, engine control unit or catalytic converter are permitted.
Airflow meters must not be disconnected.
Modified or aftermarket plenum chambers or throttle bodies are not permitted.
Extra or larger fuel injectors or variable fuel pressure regulators are not permitted.
If the vehicle was originally fitted with a catalytic converter by the manufacturer, the vehicle must continue to operate with one.

Not an issue so long as you don't get defected and sent to Regency :)

[HOLDAN]

"1000rwhp", wow, that would be beyond my comprehension on the road!
Will it be road registered?
Looking forward to the dyno results.

Yes Pickles - a daily driver

[whitels1ss]

Good to hear they have relaxed a bit Ed, but I should have specified that I am referring to cars manufactured after 1 January 1986. Seems to be a free for all if you car is prior to that lol.

Vehicles manufactured on or after 1 January 1986

All vehicles manufactured on or after 1 January 1986 must comply with ADR 37, including:

This category of the vehicle may only be fitted with an engine complying with ADR 37 or later ie an engine designed to operate only on unleaded fuel), which incorporates all associated emission control components.
Fitting an engine other than an original or optional engine requires approval from the Department for Infrastructure and Transport.
No alterations to the engine's camshaft, inlet manifold, carburettor/fuel injectors, engine control unit or catalytic converter are permitted.
Airflow meters must not be disconnected.
Modified or aftermarket plenum chambers or throttle bodies are not permitted.
Extra or larger fuel injectors or variable fuel pressure regulators are not permitted.
If the vehicle was originally fitted with a catalytic converter by the manufacturer, the vehicle must continue to operate with one.

Not an issue so long as you don't get defected and sent to Regency :)

I have seen a few later model LS Commodores get engineered as well lately.

(I don't think you would get real angry cams passed but decent superchargers don't seem to be any problem.)

I know that the local Walkinshaw Performance workshop has had quite a few passed for their customers.

[Toddler78]

You can get most things engineered Rod, they have slackened off lately in my opinion.

I know a guy with a tubbed HB Torana running a stinking hot
LS3 with turbo that runs wheel standing 8 second quarter miles trapping at well over 150mph.

The car is engineered & he drives it on the street very often.

yeah but the LS3 only has to meet the same emissions that the original car needed to, in other words F all. yes you can get anything engineered but passing emissions is anther kettle of fish

[whitels1ss]

yes you can get anything engineered but passing emissions is anther kettle of fish

Hey Todd,

There are quite a few VEs with aftermarket superchargers passed emissions & engineering.

I have been right into it for my car & have been told that my car should be quite easy to get through

but at this stage, to be honest, I have lost interest in the car, I hardly ever drive it & I'm not sure what to do with it

as I am getting far more enjoyment out of my Corvette & going away in the 4wd.



How's your Monaro been going? Been driving it much lately?

[BLACK 346]

yeah but the LS3 only has to meet the same emissions that the original car needed to, in other words F all. yes you can get anything engineered but passing emissions is anther kettle of fish

Exactly mate. I don't think your bit of engineering paper would carry much weight at Regency testing station, just make you feel a bit more secure when driving around.

[BLACK 346]

Hey Todd,

There are quite a few VEs with aftermarket superchargers passed emissions & engineering.

I have been right into it for my car & have been told that my car should be quite easy to get through

but at this stage, to be honest, I have lost interest in the car, I hardly ever drive it & I'm not sure what to do with it

as I am getting far more enjoyment out of my Corvette & going away in the 4wd.



How's your Monaro been going? Been driving it much lately?

I reckon you might be ok with things like superchargers and bigger brakes etc. I don't however think that engineering would allow you to circumnavigate the law ie Emissions. I may be wrong, but surely it cannot be that easy.

[whitels1ss]

I reckon you might be ok with things like superchargers and bigger brakes etc.
I don't however think that engineering would allow you to circumnavigate the law ie Emissions.
I may be wrong, but surely it cannot be that easy.

Yes 100% correct, a big lumpy idling cam will not get through emissions
but there are a few cams that can be tuned by a clever tuner to pass the emissions testing.

Loads of cars come out with Eaton superchargers from the factory & pass emissions testing regulations to be allowed to be registered.

As I posted before, I know one local workshop that has had plenty of them passed.

I have been right into it with mine, talking to a local engineer who can sign off on everything except the roadworthy check & emissions test,
I have the emails from him telling me that we can get mine done & telling me which tuners are approved to check & sign off the emissions testing.
After that, I just have to have a "gorilla" roadworthy done at Regency Park.
I was also looking at a T400 conversion done at the same time which he said could also get approved but was a little more involved
because it would require structural modifications for cross members etc to fit.

I just double checked my facts before I posted by reading again his last email.

[BLACK 346]

Yes 100% correct, a big lumpy idling cam will not get through emissions
but there are a few cams that can be tuned by a clever tuner to pass the emissions testing.

Loads of cars come out with Eaton superchargers from the factory & pass emissions testing regulations to be allowed to be registered.

As I posted before, I know one local workshop that has had plenty of them passed.

I have been right into it with mine, talking to a local engineer who can sign off on everything except the roadworthy check & emissions test,
I have the emails from him telling me that we can get mine done & telling me which tuners are approved to check & sign off the emissions testing.
After that, I just have to have a "gorilla" roadworthy done at Regency Park.
I was also looking at a T400 conversion done at the same time which he said could also get approved but was a little more involved
because it would require structural modifications for cross members etc to fit.

I just double checked my facts before I posted by reading again his last email.

Sounds good Ed, let us know how you go. It is the Gorilla bit that would worry me, I would feel far more comfortable if the engineer actually took the car, got it passed and handed in back to you. The fact that you are at the mercy of Regency does not instill me with confidence, I just reckon they would find something that they do not like lol. (And yes I have dealt with them a few times over the years, for my own and friends cars).

[whitels1ss]

Sounds good Ed, let us know how you go. It is the Gorilla bit that would worry me, I would feel far more comfortable if the engineer actually took the car, got it passed and handed in back to you. The fact that you are at the mercy of Regency does not instill me with confidence, I just reckon they would find something that they do not like lol. (And yes I have dealt with them a few times over the years, for my own and friends cars).

I am not intending to get mine done at the moment, as I said,
I have lost interest in the car & not sure what to do with it.

My car had all new bushes in the suspension, new rotors & pads all around less than 5,000kms ago & it sits at stock height,
on stock wheels, no window tint, it has quality 300cpi American Racing cats etc so I am not worried about being able to pass a roadworthy
regarding the rest.

I am fully aware that the car has to pass an emissions test by one of the designated testers but have been told that we could get mine through okay.

[Red CV8 R]

I think Martin Donnon (Street Tuna) did some successful work on passing emissions with cammed LS1s in SA? I can't imagine you would get some big lumpy stick paassed, but I reckon any of my cams would pass an emissions test if I reverted to the factory opened cats. Especially the 218/226 .600 / .595 116+4 Cam Motion bumpstick I had.

[Toddler78]

Of cause you can get something to pass emissions with some creative keystrokes, just ask VW.
The sh1t thing about it is even if you do successfully get it engineered and don’t change it, if you get pulled over you can still get defected and have to go to regency to prove it’s legal and pay the fee for them to check. The police only need to suspect it to be modified they don’t need to prove it. You have to pay to prove your innocence, thus not really worth it at the end of the day. Just stay low and hope not to get caught. Me personally I turn my car off if I ever get pulled into a breatho cause I don’t need the headaches

[Toddler78]

Hey Todd,

How's your Monaro been going? Been driving it much lately?

Yeah mate still drive it a couple of times a week. Mainly ride my little scooter around everywhere as it’s easy to cut between traffic and park wherever you want.

I’ve been looking at getting a new car, something a little more comfortable and user friendly.

[whitels1ss]

Yes Pickles - a daily driver

Sounds like fun Dan! :goodjob:

You got a time sorted for the dyno tune yet? :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Sounds like fun Dan! :goodjob:

You got a time sorted for the dyno tune yet? :cheers:

Yes it should be Ed.

No time for dyno tune yet - Terry is working on solving the ABS issue - hopefully next week.

[whitels1ss]

Yes it should be Ed.

No time for dyno tune yet - Terry is working on solving the ABS issue - hopefully next week.

Bet you can't wait to drive it. :driving:

[HOLDAN]

Bet you can't wait to drive it. :driving:

Hell yesssssssssssssssssssssssssss

[HOLDAN]

Just when I thought I'd be driving the car soon, a fwit truck driver ran into the back of the car while it was parked on the street across from the workshop. Doesn't seem to be any structural damage - rear bumper and boot lid are f'd. Waiting for a panel beater to assess it. The backlog of repair work in Toowoomba is 4 months. Faaarrrkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk

[whitels1ss]

Damn!!!

Sorry to hear that.

[HOLDAN]

Damn!!!

Sorry to hear that.

Thanks Ed - it was an accident and all I can do is wait.....................................

[HOLDAN]

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[whitels1ss]

I would be absolutely ropable with the workshop for leaving my car out in the street for that to happen
especially after the money which you have given them & the length of time they have taken over the work!

They should take more care with customers cars, it's simply not good enough!

I am so sorry to see that Dan, hope it gets fixed well & quick.

[HOLDAN]

I would be absolutely ropable with the workshop for leaving my car out in the street for that to happen
especially after the money which you have given them & the length of time they have taken over the work!

They should take more care with customers cars, it's simply not good enough!

I am so sorry to see that Dan, hope it gets fixed well & quick.

Yes Ed - I was pretty upset about it. In fairness, the car had just been road tested and parked up for a short while prior to being moved inside for dyno tuning.

I'm hoping for a speedy repair and then completing the build :)

[Pickles]

I agree with Ed's comments, & I'm amazed at your seemingly very "polite" attitude to what's happened, so well done to you.
Are all the body parts available for the repair?
All the best for a speedy fix.

[HOLDAN]

I agree with Ed's comments, & I'm amazed at your seemingly very "polite" attitude to what's happened, so well done to you.
Are all the body parts available for the repair?
All the best for a speedy fix.

Not sure about the parts yet - still waiting to hear from the respective insurers

[BLACK 346]

Was it poorly parked like that or did the truck shunt it quite a bit? I would be checking the driveline for any damage also if it was pushed a fair distance.

ps...Is that you in photo one in the despair position? Could only imagine what was going through your head mate.

[HOLDAN]

The truck was leaving the curb. As he moved right, his bullbar caught the back of my car

[HOLDAN]

No that is Terry

[HOLDAN]

Repairer visited today. Minor damage overall

[Tre-Cool]

lucky it didn't crease the rear qrt panels. any luck new boot & bumper and lights and it's all good.

[HOLDAN]

lucky it didn't crease the rear qrt panels. any luck new boot & bumper and lights and it's all good.

Yes very lucky indeed - the tow bar saved a lot more damage occurring too.

[Red CV8 R]

Very sorry to see this happen. I know the pain. I had a well known Sydney workshop take my car from their empty parking area where I left it, put it on street where road works were being done and and then place a fallen yellow metal barracade right in front of it. Was a windy day, so you can guess what happened to that barracade...

The owner then calls me many hours later and lies to me about what happened and says we NEVER damage cars, but I'm sorry, it's your problem, not ours. I checked with our lawyer.

I said I want to come and get my car, don't worry about the work. Sorry, we already pulled it apart, you will have to wait until the work is done. Rushed it in before calling me. So much so that they didn't do the before dyno run I requested. Just pulled it apart so it couldn't be taken.They then put the build up on their Facebook page...

To top it off, they broke a rare brand new interior part I provided for fitting and I had to track the replacement down myself. But they did reimburse me for the part cost at least. I then had to get my car fixed, which became a whole different saga.

Ironically, I ended up being very unhappy with the work done by this workshop and redid the whole lot anyway. So, just under $5k down the drain. I later met other people who had their cars damaged at the same workshop, so the we NEVER damage cars was another lie. A very unpleasant experience, but I tried to stay cool about it, even with fans of the shop telling me I was the problem...

Took the car to a different Sydney workshop (that this shop had been rubbishing while I was picking up my car) and the results were great, cars still spot on all these years later. So, something good came out of it.

[bigfoot]

Far out man!

Hope your luck improves mate. :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Far out man!

Hope your luck improves mate. :cheers:

Thanks mate - Me too

[HOLDAN]

Four and a half years and $150k and still don’t know when it will be finished. Insurance companies are ####ing around
I have run out of patience and so I’m thinking of selling it. Lost interest
I would never do this again

[whitels1ss]

Four and a half years and $150k and still don’t know when it will be finished. Insurance companies are ####ing around
I have run out of patience and so I’m thinking of selling it. Lost interest
I would never do this again


Very sorry to hear Dan.


I would make the mechanic pay, the car was in his care & he parked it out in the street for it to get hit. :mad:

He can chase anyone else he thinks is to blame.

How the heck can he not man up & take responsibility while he was supposed to be looking after your car when you have spent so much money with him?

[HOLDAN]

Very sorry to hear Dan.


I would make the mechanic pay, the car was in his care & he parked it out in the street for it to get hit. :mad:

He can chase anyone else he thinks is to blame.

How the heck can he not man up & take responsibility while he was supposed to be looking after your car when you have spent so much money with him?

I suggested that - they said they can't because of the insurance laws.

Can't ####en believe it. They said it was being covered under public liability not motor - that's why it is taking so long. And i don't give a flying #### - not my fault and I have to take it up the arse yet again

[whitels1ss]

Who is your insurance company & what is their reason for refusing the claim?

[HOLDAN]

I just want my car for ####s sake. I have been super reasonable all the way through. It seems that nice guys really do finish last and get continually reamed

[whitels1ss]

I just want my car for ####s sake. I have been super reasonable all the way through. It seems that nice guys really do finish last and get continually reamed

So sorry to hear Dan.

[HOLDAN]

Who is your insurance company & what is their reason for refusing the claim?

It's not my insurance company that is causing the problem. It is the uselss #### that ran into my car. Some #### and bull story that because it is a truck, they can't use motor vehicle insurance

[whitels1ss]

What about the truck driver or his insurance?

Why is he not paying?

[HOLDAN]

What about the truck driver or his insurance?

Why is he not paying?

Yes its his insurance that is causing the problem. He's not paying because its a new business and he doesn't have the cash

I feel like putting the car on a truck and bring it back to Brisbane. Pay someone to fix it and finish it

[Peter B - CV8]

You had full insurance ??- therefore your insurer should be sorting out your car repair & be chasing up the other party/parties for reimbursement. End of story.
I assume you had your modifications included in your insurance cover ?? If not, then that could be an issue...

[BLACK 346]

You had full insurance ??- therefore your insurer should be sorting out your car repair & be chasing up the other party/parties for reimbursement. End of story.
I assume you had your modifications included in your insurance cover ?? If not, then that could be an issue...

Exactly, no if's, no but's, that is why we pay for insurance. When my Wife's car was hit by a runaway Hilux (dude left it in neutral with handbrake off) in the local shopping centre carpark a couple of years back the idiot decided he didn't want to play the game (actually tried to jump back in and drive off). I handed it over to Shannon's to deal with including his details which were obtained by a good citizen before he could drive off. Car which was not able to be driven was on a flat bed within 2 hours and off to be repaired. Shannon's chased up the other party through his insurer. Only issue for us was being without a car for a few weeks and no loan car due to him refusing to pay his excess.
Hope it all works out for you mate, sounds like you are at the end of your tether.

[whitels1ss]

I would not expect the car to be (even registered, let alone) comprehensively insured as it had been off the road having "serious" modifications for 4 1/2 years..

"Normal" comprehensive cover does not cover cars that are pulled apart or "laid up"

& with this one in it would need to be insured on some sort of "highly modified" category with all the modifications listed

& most likely on a "limited use" type of policy.

I must say that if it was mine, I would not have been paying insurance for the car at this stage when it has not been getting driven

& it would be extremely hard to get a cover on it as the build was being done anyway.

[HOLDAN]

I would not expect the car to be (even registered, let alone) comprehensively insured as it had been off the road having "serious" modifications for 4 1/2 years..

"Normal" comprehensive cover does not cover cars that are pulled apart or "laid up"

& with this one in it would need to be insured on some sort of "highly modified" category with all the modifications listed

& most likely on a "limited use" type of policy.

I must say that if it was mine, I would not have been paying insurance for the car at this stage when it has not been getting driven

& it would be extremely hard to get a cover on it as the build was being done anyway.

Spot on Ed. Not my insurance issue. The car is in care of the Shop. So it's the shop insurance. And I have maintained comprehensive insurance during the 4 and a half years (as well as rego). And the insurance cover is for the original car.

[Red CV8 R]

I'm really surprised the shop insurance is willing to cover you. I was told by the shop that had my car when it was damaged under the same sort of circumstances that they had legal advice that they weren't liable, and my insurance company said the same. Unless, the shop has decided to put it through as their fault, I guess.

Normally, you would just give the details of the other party to your insurance company, they deem them at fault, and your car gets fixed. Doesn't matter if the other party doesn't want to pay, your car gets fixed no matter what, as the insurance company pays and recovers the money themselves. This sounds more like the guy is not actually insured or the shop is dealing with the other party directly?

[BLACK 346]

Spot on Ed. Not my insurance issue. The car is in care of the Shop. So it's the shop insurance. And I have maintained comprehensive insurance during the 4 and a half years (as well as rego). And the insurance cover is for the original car.

When you say the insurance is for the original car, what does that mean? You are paying for insurance for a car that no longer exists? Sorry, I am confused.

I could however see that if an assessor came out and looked at the car that they might query the claim due to the amount of mods if they are not disclosed and on your policy.

[whitels1ss]

When you say the insurance is for the original car, what does that mean? You are paying for insurance for a car that no longer exists? Sorry, I am confused.

I could however see that if an assessor came out and looked at the car that they might query the claim due to the amount of mods if they are not disclosed and on your policy.

I could be mistaken but I think he is saying that the car was still insured as 100% stock

& his insurance company took a look at the car & noticing the extensive modifications they refused to pay the claim.

[BLACK 346]

I could be mistaken but I think he is saying that the car was still insured as 100% stock

& his insurance company took a look at the car & noticing the extensive modifications they refused to pay the claim.

That is exactly what I thought he was saying.

[duke5700]

Not that it helps now.. but I moved to Enthusiast Insurance for that reason, laid up, mods etc getting modified etc.

It was also pennies on the dollar compared to regular comprehensive because the car wasn't being driven.

[bigfoot]

Any update Holdan?

Hope yuor getting stuff sorted mate.

[HOLDAN]

Any update Holdan?

Hope yuor getting stuff sorted mate.

Nothing - insurance company is still asking for more information.

[whitels1ss]

Nothing - insurance company is still asking for more information.

Hey Dan, sorry to hear that you are still getting f@cked around. :cussing:

[HOLDAN]

Hey Dan, sorry to hear that you are still getting f@cked around. :cussing:

Thanks Ed - it is so frustrating

[Pickles]

Thanks Ed - it is so frustrating

You are a man of great patience, so well done to you.
Where is the car now?

[HOLDAN]

You are a man of great patience, so well done to you.
Where is the car now?

Hi mate - I have had to learn to be patient. Come close a few times to saying f it all. Sell the fn thing.

The car is still at the workshop. Plan is to get the tune set up while waiting (again) for the insurance to be sorted. Hopefully we will get a 1,000 plus rwhp number

[BLACK 346]

Hi mate - I have had to learn to be patient. Come close a few times to saying f it all. Sell the fn thing.

The car is still at the workshop. Plan is to get the tune set up while waiting (again) for the insurance to be sorted. Hopefully we will get a 1,000 plus rwhp number

Don't sell it mate, you will only regret it for the rest of your days. You have obviously put your heart and soul into this thing, see it through to the end and enjoy it for years to come. Good luck mate, you are surely due for a break :)

[HOLDAN]

Don't sell it mate, you will only regret it for the rest of your days. You have obviously put your heart and soul into this thing, see it through to the end and enjoy it for years to come. Good luck mate, you are surely due for a break :)
Awesome message mate - many thanks for that.

And I agree - I would regret it that's for sure. It will be one of a kind.

[BLACK 346]

It will be one of a kind.

For sure. It might even end up being featured in Street Machine Magazine one day from what I have seen on here. Do you have any plans to show it, or just drive and enjoy?

[HOLDAN]

For sure. It might even end up being featured in Street Machine Magazine one day from what I have seen on here. Do you have any plans to show it, or just drive and enjoy?

Street Machine were interested in it when we started - plan was to make a video of it. Then Covid hit and that ended that.
I plan to take it to every show I can. and race it of course

[HOLDAN]

Took drive to Toowoomba yesterday. For a couple of reasons - one was to discuss the next steps with the repair of my car and the other was to sit in my car, start it, and put it in gear.

So we decided to issue the damager a letter of demand. I am working on that now. Giving them 2 weeks to sort it to my satisfaction or I'll sue them.

The car sounds awesome - giggled like a 12 you school girl

[whitels1ss]

It is actually very easy to take someone to court for something like that.

If you go into a magistrates court the admin staff in the office are generally most helpful

in sorting out a summons to issue the clown. (You do not need to waste a cent on a solicitor.)

Once a summons is issued you will likely find that the clown will find a way of paying.

I would probably just get the car fixed asap, paying myself & chase him for reimbursement after.

All the best! :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

It is actually very easy to take someone to court for something like that.

If you go into a magistrates court the admin staff in the office are generally most helpful

in sorting out a summons to issue the clown. (You do not need to waste a cent on a solicitor.)

Once a summons is issued you will likely find that the clown will find a way of paying.

I would probably just get the car fixed asap, paying myself & chase him for reimbursement after.

All the best! :cheers:

Hi Ed

Yes I've used QCAT a few times with mixes success.

I thought about paying myself - circa $20k which I don't really want to risk at the moment

[whitels1ss]

I thought about paying myself - circa $20k which I don't really want to risk at the moment

Sorry, I did not realize how much panel damage was done to your car? :shock:

Heck I understand your sentiments but the car has to get fixed one way or another.

So sorry for your pain.

[HOLDAN]

Sorry, I did not realize how much panel damage was done to your car? :shock:

Heck I understand your sentiments but the car has to get fixed one way or another.

So sorry for your pain.

No worries Ed.

Yes it does and that's my dilemma

[HOLDAN]

I issued a Letter of Demand to old mate on Monday. He has 14 days to rectify the issue. Failing that, I will invite him to attend the Brisbane Magistrates Court.

He had written his own letter to send to his insurance broker. The letter highlighted the emotional and business costs their lack of action were having on him. So hopefully the combination of his letter and mine will encourage some positive action. As always, time will tell...................

[whitels1ss]

Wish you all the best Dan. :cheers:

[HOLDAN]

Wish you all the best Dan. :cheers:

Many thanks Ed

[HOLDAN]

After almost 6 months from crashing into my parked car, and numerous letters and calls, the guy who crashed into my car has agreed to pay for the repair himself. Only wish he had that epiphany 4 months ago. Small mercies I guess

[whitels1ss]

That is great news Dan! :cheers:

[FrangaFry]

Finally sanity prevails!

You have the patience of a bloody saint mate - I seriously hope shit goes well and quickly for you from this point on man, you have well and truly earned it.

Fingers crossed you get to flog that beast down a track sooner rather than later ............ I'm sending more positive JooJoo your way.

[HOLDAN]

That is great news Dan! :cheers:

Thanks Ed - sure is!!

[HOLDAN]

Finally sanity prevails!

You have the patience of a bloody saint mate - I seriously hope shit goes well and quickly for you from this point on man, you have well and truly earned it.

Fingers crossed you get to flog that beast down a track sooner rather than later ............ I'm sending more positive JooJoo your way.

Many thanks Franga - I appreciate your support.

[HOLDAN]

Latest update - my car is booked with the repairer in Warwick on 11 November. Terry needs to tune the engine prior to transporting. Week after next I was told. Excited about that.
Unlikely to have my car back before Christmas - not excited about that.
Small mercies I guess.

[HOLDAN]

My car was picked up last week and taken to Warwick. I shouldn’t be surprised that there was a delay ��

[FrangaFry]

My car was picked up last week and taken to Warwick. I shouldn’t be surprised that there was a delay ��

Close now man, Oh soooooo close ......... I have no doubt when it's all said and done all the dramas will fade to black and you just get on with driving this thing the way you want to.

All the best brother, not long now .........

[HOLDAN]

Close now man, Oh soooooo close ......... I have no doubt when it's all said and done all the dramas will fade to black and you just get on with driving this thing the way you want to.

All the best brother, not long now .........

You are absolutely right mate - once I'm behind the wheel cracking 9 sec passes, life will be sweet.

Thank you for your support :)

[bigfoot]

Latest update - my car is booked with the repairer in Warwick on 11 November. Terry needs to tune the engine prior to transporting. Week after next I was told.

Any dyno results yet mate?

[HOLDAN]

Any dyno results yet mate?

No not yet mate. Will have to wait until the repairer is finished

[whitels1ss]

No not yet mate. Will have to wait until the repairer is finished

How are the repairs going Dan?

[HOLDAN]

How are the repairs going Dan?

Very slowly Ed - trying to fit my car in amongst a fully booked schedule

[bigfoot]

Any updates Dan?

[HOLDAN]

Any updates Dan?

Yes - car repairs are complete. They are currently re-assembling the rear and then the car will go back to Terry in Toowoomba for final tuning, ABS set up and a few other minor adjustments.

[HOLDAN]

Approaching 5 years since I dropped it off - 27 March 2020

[whitels1ss]

Good news Dan! :goodjob:

[HOLDAN]

Good news Dan! :goodjob:

Many thanks Ed

[bigfoot]

Getting close now mate

you must be very patient. :goodjob:

[HOLDAN]

Getting close now mate

you must be very patient. :goodjob:

Yes very close mate. And I have had to learn patience that's for sure. lol

[HOLDAN]

Repairs are complete now and she is back with Terry for the final push

[whitels1ss]

Great news Dan! :goodjob: