ideas for the van?

[AndyJ2506]

I like that idea as well. i think we should do a trial run on my van first just to make sure tho

[sideshow_bill]

Do we have a definate for the engine yet?

[executivetravel]

RADICAL IDEA.............


return it to "showroom as new"

rebuilt mechanicals, jack it up, rip the mechanicals out >>>>>>>>>>>>> workshop

lift body onto trolley >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> bodyshop

havent you ever seen Chip Foose "overhaulin"?

then a few subtle touches (very few, very subtle)

I like that idea

As new means lots of new parts, bushes etc. Can we get these FOC?

It could be a good promo for a Ford dealer or even the factory, returning a high mileage swb transit that has been "the backbone of britain" can see any huge list of expensive bits if the engine and box are useable, mainly bushes, water pump, clutch, etc to give the old girl another 20 years use? a ford dealer could also be happy to shift obsolete parts they may have no other use for!

"Sponsored by Ford"................


its never gonna be a working van again is it (id hope not) so its more a "nostalgia" restoration,

[executivetravel]

Do we have a definate for the engine yet?

small block chevvy/autobox, jag rear axle?....that sort of thing?

[sideshow_bill]

Do we have a definate for the engine yet?

small block chevvy/autobox, jag rear axle?....that sort of thing?

Has anything been donated yet? It has to have the sound of a V8 - cant have a custom van clattering along with a Di under the bonnet!

[Leeday]

Do we have a definate for the engine yet?

small block chevvy/autobox, jag rear axle?....that sort of thing?

I`ve got a 50cc "seagull" outboard engine if thats any good

[AlanN]

Someone has offered a V8 for this, Luke should sort a list of donations

[executivetravel]

i would advocate NOT changing from the standard engine, but if it was to be then it would have to be a FORD 3ltr V6 - should fit ok too......

[Luke]

Do we have a definate for the engine yet?

yes transitgeoff has a rover V8 we can have it's got an auto box too, the only downside is it's an unknown quantity so might need checking over 1st also i think some ancileries are missing

the good thing about a Rover V8 is
1. we know it will fit in an un modded transit mk4 engine bay and
2. well it's a V8 innit

[sideshow_bill]

Do we have a definate for the engine yet?

yes transitgeoff has a rover V8 we can have it's got an auto box too, the only downside is it's an unknown quantity so might need checking over 1st also i think some ancileries are missing

the good thing about a Rover V8 is
1. we know it will fit in an un modded transit mk4 engine bay and
2. well it's a V8 innit

I have most of a Rover V8 if it needs internals Think crank, shells, rods etc are ok. I got it in bits and never got around to putting it together!
Also got some MOD spec electronic ignition booster packs

[Leeday]

Hey Luke...
Lovin` this picture:

[Luke]

Hey Luke...
Lovin` this picture:

it's clickable too just a bit of promotion for the project

[Luke]

I have most of a Rover V8 if it needs internals Think crank, shells, rods etc are ok. I got it in bits and never got around to putting it together!
Also got some MOD spec electronic ignition booster packs

nice one

[redcube]

i have paint the van four different colours
charcoal

purple

yellow

bule


I like the purble one

[Leeday]

I know we have a nice Rover v8 engine donated....but this would be an ideal engine
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Ford-Mustang-DOHC ... 27b51acaa8