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Old 10 April 2018, 02:41 PM
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will keep it simple, just having some fun ...



Old 13 April 2018, 12:29 PM
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got enough welds on it to see if it rolls , it does , now need to complete welding before fitting all mechanics back

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You could look up foretech , Maguire mini, pete Baldwin minis for some inspiration
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Looks interesting
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Love the idea.
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wow that was a bit quicker than 'project Binky' they took 3 episodes to get that far lol
definitely watching this project

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Project sti nky?
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aka stinky
Old 13 April 2018, 11:09 PM
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Originally Posted by elgassi
wow that was a bit quicker than 'project Binky' they took 3 episodes to get that far lol
definitely watching this project

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hCPODjJO7s
They guys are the first to admit how slow they are. Slightly different project.
Old 16 April 2018, 09:36 AM
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Originally Posted by johnlogie
They guys are the first to admit how slow they are. Slightly different project.
yes , and i am first to admit they are on a different level to me to...

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...M1f6YdCcr22jN3
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Originally Posted by elgassi
wow that was a bit quicker than 'project Binky' they took 3 episodes to get that far lol
definitely watching this project

The grinding scarecrow
Old 16 April 2018, 01:05 PM
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my first episode ,from a few months back

Old 17 April 2018, 08:31 AM
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some late night welding ...

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Looks a like a cute Hot Wheels lol

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Old 17 April 2018, 11:23 PM
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Watched a good few of your videos tonight. Your doing a great job mate. Keep up the good work and keep on posting
Old 18 April 2018, 08:39 AM
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Originally Posted by johnlogie
Watched a good few of your videos tonight. Your doing a great job mate. Keep up the good work and keep on posting
thanks ,just a man having fun in his garage , dont play by any rules
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15" wheels collected , on 60 profile tires at mo , but getting some 50 profiles fitted today

gives car different look , not sure if i like , but i know they are better for handling / clearance / weight





17's are forsale if people want , get in touch
Old 18 April 2018, 10:51 AM
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This is nuts. Great work. I'll be watching your videos too.
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not best photo , now fitted with 15" wheels , and 195/50





playing with front end , might get away with 90mm extension ( rad in boot )



and my parts from donor car are being taken off , ready for collection next week



new episode on youtube.com/mattgreen16v 7pm tonight
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Matt your doing a cracking job mate. Loving your style and progress. It's not pretty but it's a race car
Keep up the good work
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in tonight video we get the car on its side (ish)



hope you can see what i am attempting to do , so we are not JUST sitting a shell ontop of a Subaru , we are using mini partial floor panels/ sills , so i am hoping it should look mini like ish

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Will a flat four fit in the engine bay?

I'm thinking this idea may have come about by maybe one or two, too many Stella's, but, it's fucking bonkers and I hope it works.
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Originally Posted by mickywrx
Will a flat four fit in the engine bay?
width yes ! , length , not quite

for now , extend front end , rad in boot

next year , if car actually works and survives its first track day .. we shall look into changes , maybe move engine back ?
Old 01 May 2018, 08:32 AM
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Like a glove as they say

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Good luck changing the spark plugs.

Excellent project, look forward to updates
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great work Matt, I hope it's getting a big Scoob rear spoiler
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You do know there's a fine line between insanity and genius?

I think you're just on the right side of the line!

Cracking build.
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Originally Posted by spider
You do know there's a fine line between insanity and genius?

I think you're just on the right side of the line!

Cracking build.
cheers, its a bit of a quick build , due to deadlines .. but its just for a some fun for now , and we can redo / rebuild later if any good
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Love the idea of a Minaru (pathetic attempt I know!)


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Rad arrived , just going to mount it to front of car for now

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