Jason's Robin Hood Zero Build Site

Modification of panels in footwells

2009-06-23T10:53:00.000-07:00

I decided to modify the panels that fit to the centre tunnel in both footwells. Doing so gives an extra inch of foot room, vital in an already cramped footwell.

Fitting of Clutch & Brake Pedals

2009-06-23T10:50:00.000-07:00

The long tube that goes through both pedals and the mounting point on the chassis was extremely tight in the bushes. I got a chap in the same complex of units as me to take a few thou off using his lathe. Tube now fits perfect and pedals operate independantly.

Steering Universal Joint Cutout

2009-06-23T10:41:00.000-07:00

Cutout to allow universal joint of steering column to operate freely

Centralising & Fitting of Differential

2009-06-23T10:09:00.001-07:00

Use some suitable steel tube to act as spacers between mounting points and the diff.

Note the spacers used to centralise the diff

Note the diff flange centralised with washes.

Rear Suspension

2009-06-23T10:06:00.001-07:00

Fitting the rear suspension & driveshafts

2009-06-16T12:52:00.001-07:00

Finally got round to some serious building. I have been working loads of hours over the last 6-7 months so not had much time on the kit.

Having a little problem fitting the driveshafts (the right one is way to long). Think it may be because I have the normal diff and not the LSD one, which I suspet use shorter driveshafts.

Driveshaft problem now sorted. Turned out the bit that bolts to the Robin Hood hub carrier was not shoved far enough on to the spline. A large hammer and socket did the job of shoving it on further.

2008-10-27T11:35:00.000-07:00

Enamel top coats now going on. Takes ages to dry in this climate though. The green looks better in reality than in the pics.

Chassis Painting

2008-10-22T14:31:00.000-07:00

Was going to brush paint the chassis, but I am lucky enough to have a fully equiped workshop. So decided to take it outside into the yard and spray it using my spray gun. Was lots quicker and gives a much better finish.

Now all primed and waiting for the brooklands green top coat

Collection Day

2008-10-22T13:59:00.000-07:00

The garage just waiting to be occupied.

Saturday 18th October 2008

At last the big day arrived. Rented a large luton van and set off for a short thrash down the A1 to the GBS factory. Well I say thrash more like 50-60mph maximum (not kidding, 55 plate van as well).

Arrived at the factory with plenty of time to spare. Kit stacked up ready and waiting for loading.

Richard of GBS helped load the van up and tick the parts off

All loaded up ready to go :-)