Wytze Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 42 minutes ago, Stellaghost said: Not managed a lot of late but filled diffs and drop boxes with oil I put axle stands under and let car tick over in gear to allow oil to coat inside without being under load, just jamming the spinning wheel to transfer power to get the opposite drop box lubed up 20230426_190239.mp4 14.32 MB · 0 downloads I'm also pleased to report no nasty knocks and bangs Regards Stephen Must feel great, that🥳 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellaghost Posted April 26, 2023 Author Share Posted April 26, 2023 11 minutes ago, Wytze said: Must feel great, that🥳 It most certainly does will try a bit of backwards and forwards tomorrow underload and see if it's ok Regards Stephen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wytze Posted April 26, 2023 Share Posted April 26, 2023 45 minutes ago, Stellaghost said: It most certainly does will try a bit of backwards and forwards tomorrow underload and see if it's ok Regards Stephen That will top today😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Stellaghost Posted April 27, 2023 Author Popular Post Share Posted April 27, 2023 Sid had a modest 20yrd run, moved from previous position of the last several months, steering seems a bit heavy but I suspect box is not great, I have another one I can try No massive oil leaks, knocks or bangs, yes I know its early days but I'm very happy Now he is moving its just the right motivation to crack on and get finished regards Stephen 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retroanaconda Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 That’s looking fab. When’s it’s first outing off road to try it out? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellaghost Posted April 27, 2023 Author Share Posted April 27, 2023 1 minute ago, Retroanaconda said: That’s looking fab. When’s it’s first outing off road to try it out? Not sure yet there is still quite a few small jobs to complete, I hope to give it a bit of a workout towards the end of may, beginning of june, gonna be too busy with kitchen to be any sooner regards Stephen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CwazyWabbit Posted April 27, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted April 27, 2023 Just over 5 years to build a lightweight in your spare time, and boy do I mean build! You've made or modified virtually everything, definitely earns the badge of 'Built not Bought'. Awesome to see Sid moving Congrats! 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markyboy Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 2 hours ago, Stellaghost said: Sid had a modest 20yrd run, moved from previous position of the last several months, steering seems a bit heavy but I suspect box is not great, I have another one I can try No massive oil leaks, knocks or bangs, yes I know its early days but I'm very happy Now he is moving its just the right motivation to crack on and get finished regards Stephen That looks so 'right' 🥰 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 So looking forward to trying to follow you at 7S.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 That's awesome Stephen. Deceptively subtle What's the diameter of the tyres? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellaghost Posted April 27, 2023 Author Share Posted April 27, 2023 10 minutes ago, Bowie69 said: So looking forward to trying to follow you at 7S.... Is that after I've caught up.........low is like deep voice low Regards Stephen 1 hour ago, CwazyWabbit said: Just over 5 years to build a lightweight in your spare time, and boy do I mean build! You've made or modified virtually everything, definitely earns the badge of 'Built not Bought'. Awesome to see Sid moving Congrats! Thank you, you're very kind 5 years, wow has it been that long, that sounds slow to me, however nearly there now, even without driving it, it has been worth it he just looks so much better Thank you all for your support and continued support for this build Regards Stephen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 1 minute ago, Stellaghost said: up.........low is like deep voice low Be interested to know how low.... I'm on 4.7s so my low is quite low, plus smaller tyres so crawl speed is pretty slow. Might be closer than you think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellaghost Posted April 27, 2023 Author Share Posted April 27, 2023 8 minutes ago, landroversforever said: That's awesome Stephen. Deceptively subtle What's the diameter of the tyres? Ross tyres are 36.8" I'm pleased with it ,I didn't want a monster truck..... Regards Stephen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellaghost Posted April 27, 2023 Author Share Posted April 27, 2023 Just now, Bowie69 said: Be interested to know how low.... I'm on 4.7s so my low is quite low, plus smaller tyres so crawl speed is pretty slow. Might be closer than you think? Sounds like we need a low 1st tick over race at 7 sisters Just not for pink slips...........lol Regards Stephen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bowie69 Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 Just now, Stellaghost said: Sounds like we need a low 1st tick over race at 7 sisters Just not for pink slips...........lol Regards Stephen Yep for sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve b Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 Top job Stephen, looking forward to seeing it stretch it's legs on some terrain. I've followed this all the way through and it has been fascinating - a true build in every way. Steve 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CwazyWabbit Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 6 minutes ago, Stellaghost said: --SNIP 5 years, wow has it been that long, that sounds slow to me, however nearly there now, even without driving it, it has been worth it he just looks so much better Thank you all for your support and continued support for this build Regards Stephen Worth adding that a lot of the work was done outside in whatever the northern weather gods decided to throw at you....... making it an even more impressive timeline. Definitely not slow! 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellaghost Posted April 27, 2023 Author Share Posted April 27, 2023 1 hour ago, CwazyWabbit said: Just over 5 years to build a lightweight in your spare time This intrigued me, just had a very quick round up of how long it actually took I've had two six month gaps where nothing happened One five month gap One two month gap Three one month gaps So a year and 10 months where he was never touched, so around 3yrs 3 months in total I'm a bit happier with that.....lol Regards Stephen 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CwazyWabbit Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 It's almost like you had a life get in the way of working on Sid 😮 OK, that is even more impressive.... how many winters did you actually work on Sid outside? We know you worked on him the winter just gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellaghost Posted April 27, 2023 Author Share Posted April 27, 2023 4 minutes ago, CwazyWabbit said: It's almost like you had a life get in the way of working on Sid 😮 OK, that is even more impressive.... how many winters did you actually work on Sid outside? We know you worked on him the winter just gone. Just this winter gone, started stripping the lightweight on May 30th last year( once axles had been completed ) ready for Sid to be born All bodywork building ( apart from vent panel ) and suspension mods have happened since May last year Had plenty cold days in the garage though......... Regards Stephen 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderzander Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 So pleased you shared this build with us - it’s been a hell of a ride. Your skills remained astonishing throughout. Incredible. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerous doug Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 Congrats mate, it’s one of the best feelings to see hard work come into fruition like that. Not only have you created something truly amazing but you have given motivation and inspiration to everyone who has followed the build. You should be chuffed. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miketomcat Posted April 27, 2023 Share Posted April 27, 2023 It took me 5 years to build my ibex but I had a year where nothing happened as I moved house. Having said that the work I did is nothing compared to the machining and fabrication work you've done. I stand in awe. Mike 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daan Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 Looks awesome. Great to finish the job. Daan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stinkfloyd Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 I'm sure you can use it as your commuter one day so I can see it in the flesh? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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