I'm thinking of doing something similar (when I sell my VX!), but with a cheap Mk3 MR2 and a drop in Celica 2ZZ-GE engine (189bhp Celica / Elige engine)..
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Posted 09 January 2017 - 04:59 PM
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Posted 31 January 2017 - 05:16 PM
Almost complete.... ready for 18th of March Track day
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Posted 26 February 2017 - 05:19 PM
Been busy with our little toy track car...
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Posted 03 March 2017 - 10:40 AM
90% done....
Should be good fun at the National ... 
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Posted 05 March 2017 - 09:37 AM
Next step ... Fitting a v8 & SC
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Posted 05 March 2017 - 10:52 AM
trailored or road legal?
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Posted 05 March 2017 - 02:08 PM
Road currentlytrailored or road legal?
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Posted 05 March 2017 - 02:23 PM
Next step ... Fitting a v8 & SC
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Posted 27 March 2017 - 07:30 AM
So much fun !! Shocked a few people how well she goes and for the cost of the the build ... even better
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Posted 27 March 2017 - 03:42 PM
So much fun !! Shocked a few people how well she goes and for the cost of the the build ... even better
Did the rear light's stay in after your "top mechanic" worked on it?
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Posted 27 March 2017 - 05:30 PM
So much fun !! Shocked a few people how well she goes and for the cost of the the build ... even better
Did the rear light's stay in after your "top mechanic" worked on it?
Its a MG Nev... well built..
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Posted 27 March 2017 - 08:47 PM
So bitter Nev. The funny thing is you've got the balls of a stud field mouse in reality.Did the rear light's stay in after your "top mechanic" worked on it?So much fun !! Shocked a few people how well she goes and for the cost of the the build ... even better
Can't wait to meet soon on your next trackday, so we can compare notes on how not to drive like a cnut. 
Edited by ArticMonkey, 27 March 2017 - 08:48 PM.
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Posted 28 March 2017 - 09:20 AM
Cars looking good! Bet it's a barrel of laughs! Loads of grip getting the front wheel to cock :thumbs up:
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Posted 03 April 2017 - 07:21 AM
NA,s watch out at the National 
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Posted 03 April 2017 - 10:54 AM
New toys arrived this morning...
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Posted 06 April 2017 - 10:37 AM
a big fat front ARB will do wonders
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Posted 06 April 2017 - 12:38 PM
a big fat front ARB will do wonders
Already has front & rear ARB fitted, we have a box of goodies to fit still
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Posted 07 April 2017 - 01:22 PM
OMG MORE bits to add
RSRs , should help give that extra bit of grip we have been missing
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Posted 08 April 2017 - 06:03 AM
I'm not quite so sure it's looking so cheap with all those nice new bits; doubtless cheaper than a VX though. What does it weigh with fuel (but no driver)?
So bitter Nev. The funny thing is you've got the balls of a stud field mouse in reality.
I wasn't bitter, just that when seeing your rearward opening project canopy I remember thinking to myself it could be highly dangerous if not tackled well. Lo and behold your light fell out and luckily didn't cause a serious accident for the people behind. As for balls, I think you need to get your facts straight before you start casting incorrect aspertions. I've done more risky/adventurous sports than almost anyone I know. Take a look on Facebook or talk to someone who actually knows me before blabbing your mouth off. Sheesh.
Edited by Nev, 08 April 2017 - 06:29 AM.
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Posted 08 April 2017 - 02:03 PM
I'm not quite so sure it's looking so cheap with all those nice new bits; doubtless cheaper than a VX though. What does it weigh with fuel (but no driver)?
Think you will find its still project cheap, we are not cutting costs, spax shocks £100 for the set, TD's £200 (selling std alloys & tyres) only thing we haven't cut costs on are the RSR's.
Also, as the car is 50/50, costs are perfect, parts for the MGTF are mega cheap compared to lotus-style brands.
We have spent less than a set of Nitrons & tyres for my exige total inc track days
Edited by mbes2, 08 April 2017 - 02:03 PM.
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