30 Aug 2006, 8:26pm
Has anyone plans to go to the show?Would be good to meet some tormented builders!
donington 2006
30 Aug 2006, 10:02pm
I'll be the one stood on my own tongue drooling at the DC Supercar 
stand 
stand
31 Aug 2006, 12:01pm
Thinking about going - but did I here a rumour that it wasn't running?
Robin
Robin
31 Aug 2006, 3:24pm
donington show
spoke to limelight exhibitions on tues, show was running then;if not then my flights are booked in vain!
spoke to limelight exhibitions on tues, show was running then;if not then my flights are booked in vain!
31 Aug 2006, 4:33pm
OK DOk
I will definitly try to go then - as I am getting to the stage where I need to buy lights, seats - you know those little optional extras...
What day are you going Jeremy?
BR
Robin
I will definitly try to go then - as I am getting to the stage where I need to buy lights, seats - you know those little optional extras...
What day are you going Jeremy?
BR
Robin
31 Aug 2006, 8:54pm
donington show
fly over early sat,so at show both days for most of day,hopefully!
fly over early sat,so at show both days for most of day,hopefully!
31 Aug 2006, 8:57pm
I'm in the same boat as Robin - as I've given up and am getting someone else to finish mine they're making fast progress and I'm lacking some of those little touches, lights, seats, harnesses, etc etc
I know we've had these questions before but any recommendations on seats, lights that fit and look good? What about harnesses to reach all the way to the back of the marlin?
And has anyone passed SVA yet with the belts going through the seat holes and without the marlin extra "seatbelt bar" ?
Ta
Andy
I know we've had these questions before but any recommendations on seats, lights that fit and look good? What about harnesses to reach all the way to the back of the marlin?
And has anyone passed SVA yet with the belts going through the seat holes and without the marlin extra "seatbelt bar" ?
Ta
Andy
31 Aug 2006, 9:12pm
hi andy,i have almost done the same,due to lack of time, but have decided to go for a last blast this winter...have asked a spark to do the engine wiring and loom integration,he wants all lights and prelim dash and clocks mounted b4 he starts, so have same list as u to get at show. r u geting marlin clocks or light package?
31 Aug 2006, 9:37pm
I'm in the same boat as Robin - as I've given up and am getting someone else to finish mine they're making fast progress and I'm lacking some of those little touches, lights, seats, harnesses, etc etc
I know we've had these questions before but any recommendations on seats, lights that fit and look good? What about harnesses to reach all the way to the back of the marlin?
And has anyone passed SVA yet with the belts going through the seat holes and without the marlin extra "seatbelt bar" ?
Ta
Andy
I know we've had these questions before but any recommendations on seats, lights that fit and look good? What about harnesses to reach all the way to the back of the marlin?
And has anyone passed SVA yet with the belts going through the seat holes and without the marlin extra "seatbelt bar" ?
Ta
Andy
I bought some Sparco 3 points which are fine lengthwise, not sure if they will pass SVA with Cobra Roadster 7 harness holes, i hope so! They are higher up than the seatbelt bar would be: http://www.msportster.co.uk/detail.asp?cat=7&offset=324
Dont think i can make it to Donnington, will have to see
31 Aug 2006, 9:38pm
Already got the marlin lights and dash pack - gonna get different front indicators - I'm going for aero screens eventually (post SVA!) so round screens, round headlights and square flashers? hmmmmm. Also looking to try and get some flashier rear lights - LED would be nice... I liked the look of the ones on the back of the MK Indy in Mays WKC - hella aftermarket units apparently. Also found a site the other day that did lots of LED truck lights! forgot to bookmark it though...
hopefully my engine will be fired up tomorrow for the first time...
hopefully my engine will be fired up tomorrow for the first time...
31 Aug 2006, 9:48pm
Heres another question - has anyone fitted "sliding" seats ? t'other half only has little legs so the seat will need to be adjustable...
ps sparco harnesses now being watched on ebay!
ps sparco harnesses now being watched on ebay!
31 Aug 2006, 10:06pm
mine have sliding runners, dont think there will be much movement, but can't be sure until they are ready to go in properly!
1 Sep 2006, 7:30am
Question for Patrick...
Did you buy the "seatbelt bar" seperatly from Marlin? I have not seen it mentioned in any of their price lists.
Also for those of you with Marlin sourced intruments - do you know what make they are? I don't intend to buy mine from Marlin as I want a different combination to what they supply.
Cheers
Robin
Did you buy the "seatbelt bar" seperatly from Marlin? I have not seen it mentioned in any of their price lists.
Also for those of you with Marlin sourced intruments - do you know what make they are? I don't intend to buy mine from Marlin as I want a different combination to what they supply.
Cheers
Robin
1 Sep 2006, 8:04pm
no i havn't bought the seat belt bar. I have got a rear strut brace (not stunning, but cheap) that I got from eBay.
Some one did mention a while back the marlin sell a seatbelt bar. If its anything like the bar thats shown on the "instruction cd" then it will just collapse in an accident.
As for instruments, some of the marlin ones are smiths, mine are from Carbont Automotive Ltd (CAI)
Some one did mention a while back the marlin sell a seatbelt bar. If its anything like the bar thats shown on the "instruction cd" then it will just collapse in an accident.
As for instruments, some of the marlin ones are smiths, mine are from Carbont Automotive Ltd (CAI)
1 Sep 2006, 8:10pm
2 Sep 2006, 7:30pm
no i havn't bought the seat belt bar. I have got a rear strut brace (not stunning, but cheap) that I got from eBay.
Some one did mention a while back the marlin sell a seatbelt bar. If its anything like the bar thats shown on the "instruction cd" then it will just collapse in an accident.
As for instruments, some of the marlin ones are smiths, mine are from Carbont Automotive Ltd (CAI)
Some one did mention a while back the marlin sell a seatbelt bar. If its anything like the bar thats shown on the "instruction cd" then it will just collapse in an accident.
As for instruments, some of the marlin ones are smiths, mine are from Carbont Automotive Ltd (CAI)
Hey Patrick - does the strut brace have any makers info on it - I think I would like to get one the same as it looks bit more business like than the Marlin effort which I guess is just playing lip service to the SVA requirement for seatbelt heights.
2 Sep 2006, 7:31pm
Cool website - looks like I will be getting my instruments from here then...
Robin
4 Sep 2006, 8:45am
Hey Patrick - does the strut brace have any makers info on it - I think I would like to get one the same as it looks bit more business like than the Marlin effort which I guess is just playing lip service to the SVA requirement for seatbelt heights.
I've had a look on eBay but it doesn't look like they are listed anymore. I had to get one of the attachments re-welded as it was wrong - just small example of the quality of work!
You could get an E30 one if its adjustable, the tops of the towers are slightly futher apart on the Sportster.
7 Sep 2006, 12:06pm
Quick Question - is the stuff at shows cheaper? I guess postage isn't an issue but wondered if the prices are cut as well?
7 Sep 2006, 8:15pm
cheaper parts
Hi Andy, I visit 3 shows per year and always find goods much cheaper from most of the exhibitors, and a small bit of bartering can furthur help!
Hi Andy, I visit 3 shows per year and always find goods much cheaper from most of the exhibitors, and a small bit of bartering can furthur help!
8 Sep 2006, 11:58am
what dates this show please?
8 Sep 2006, 12:13pm
show is at donnington park, just near castle donnington,which is 2 mins from east midlands airport on sat 16th and sun 17th sept. details found on website of limelight exhibitions.
8 Sep 2006, 12:17pm
ah bugger no chance of me getting the phantom done in time, hey ho. ill aim for stoneleigh next year then 
11 Sep 2006, 12:34pm
Has anyone plans to go to the show?Would be good to meet some tormented builders!
Hello Jeremy
I plan to be there at about 10:00 on Saturday. I am happy to meet up if you want to. I guess the Marlin Owners Club stand would be a good place (assuming they are there of course)
Robin
11 Sep 2006, 12:43pm
Hi robin, 10 am at owners stand sounds good. I think that is at the infield area of the circuit.Any other writers on this forum..... u know were to meet for a chat. Cheers.