TRIBUTE A352 Project

[Tribute Automotive]

A series of events and opportunities has lead to us putting together a "mock up" car (ie. non-running/unfinished) for the Exeter Kit Car Show. A D-Type shell and a slightly crispy Spitfire shell had found there way into the workshop and it seemed rude not do combine the two of them. No welding is being done on the Spitfire at the moment, so please forgive the ragged edges, although most of the rotten bits have been lost during the trimming process to leave a basic "tub" for the GRP shell to be bonded to.

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Once the some trimming had been done it was time to offer up the new outer shell

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I don't like some of the design elements of the D-Type, the rear "wing" will be going...

[Tribute Automotive]

More trimming of the Spifire

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Rear wing and head fairing deleted. Shell marked at centre line for cutting

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Half shell trail fitted to establish how much narrowing is needed

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4" was taken out of the shell before it was glassed back together

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A much better fit :biggrin:

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[Tribute Automotive]

The boot/spare wheel opening is way too small to be practical

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New larger opening is far more usable

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The cut out panel and the original cover are bonded together

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The front end needed narrowing, of course, so was marked up and cut into pieces including a bonnet opening instead of a flip front.

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Looking good :biggrin:

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[froggyman]

An interesting project. You make all the cutting and shutting look so easy. Look forward to seeing it at 'The Exeter Show'.

[seanick]

Theres no stopping you!!!

[redratbike]

Wow..cracking idea

[froggyman]

I don't suppose you have a Renault Alpine shell lying around that you could try as well, have you? Always fancied one of those.

[davecymru]

Looks good, but quite Sammio-ish. Not that, that is in any way a bad thing! :)

[Roadster]

Looks good, but quite Sammio-ish. Not that, that is in any way a bad thing! :)

Its the G46 i always wanted - if this was on an MX5 it would be exactly as i intended the roadster to look.
The body would not need to be reduced in width but some of the length from the bonnet could be lost about 15" if i remember back to my cuts.

Good work Chris - i will have to live with my E type front but food for thought

[Tribute Automotive]

Froggyman - We enjoy what we do, I think that helps to make it look easy! Sorry don't have a Renault Alpine laying around, but you never know what will turn up! See you at Exeter.

Nick - Again, we enjoy doing this, the more ideas we can turn into cars the better.

RedRat - Thank you, it just kind of happened!

Dave - Glad you like it.

Roadster - We did think about the MX5, wheelbase was almost the same (89.5 vs 90") as the shell, but the MX5 slab sides, cabin position and the fact that we couldn't remove the Mazda windscreen frame (without IVAing) killed the idea. We lost 7" off the back of the D-Type bonnet to make it work. We have a steel E-Type bonnet at the workshop that may get moulded to give a slightly different front end, later, maybe....

[Tribute Automotive]

Returns added to boot opening, rain gutters will be added at re-moulding stage, the show deadline wont allow such luxuries at the moment

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Steel tube "crash bar" added to Spitfire door opening to reinforce new higher door opening when shell is in place. It also gives somewhere to hinge the new doors

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Hinge is mix of MX5 door and Spitfire boot hinge, they will need to be re-manufactured, but helped to work out the pivot point and clearance, and will suffice for the show

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Change of plan on the scuttle area, more room required for hinges and helps with the proportions of the bonnet opening

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Made a start on internal paneling. Battery will need relocating from under the bonnet to the void behind the seats, or the boot.

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Scars left when removing the head fairing are now filled

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[garyh]

Well you certainly keep yourself busy... I feel guilty for not doing anything because of the rain.

[Paul L]

It is great to see what happens when imagination & skill come together. :cool:

I'm using a Spitfire 1500 as the base of my Sammio Cordite on the forum "next door".

There is a lot to be said for leaving a large chunk of the donor car as you found it.

I look forward to seeing the finished car.

Will it be a "one off" or is this the basis of a new offering?

Good luck, Paul. :)

[Tribute Automotive]

Hi Paul,

Thanks for your praise which should also go to Dan for all his help and ideas too.

I have seen your project, looking good :icon_smile:

As with the MX250 we like to keep the build process simple for the customer, so using the tub as it exists seems a logical thing for a quick build. With your donor car there wouldn't even have been any rust repair to do!

The car we are putting together will be taken apart after the show and the tub repaired before we get the drive chain sorted and get it driving/MOT'd. If we get interest at the Exeter Show we will be taking moulds off and offering it as a kit as well.

[seanick]

Talking of Jags, heres a C type we had in the workshop the other day. Its also an excuse for me to try and upload a pic to the forum, which more often than not does not work. However just updated my ohotobucket app which now has a new button, so here goes....http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg263/Seanick_bucket/104034610_photobucket_154836_.jpg

[neemo]

awesome skills there on the bodywork, a true talent.
powered by an MX5 supercharged engine, and you will have a flying machine!

[Tribute Automotive]

Talking of Jags, heres a C type we had in the workshop the other day. Its also an excuse for me to try and upload a pic to the forum, which more often than not does not work. However just updated my ohotobucket app which now has a new button, so here goes....http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg263/Seanick_bucket/104034610_photobucket_154836_.jpg

Nice Jag. Congrats on getting the Photobucket thing sorted, now you have no excuse to start your MX250 build tread :biggrin:

[Tribute Automotive]

awesome skills there on the bodywork, a true talent.
powered by an MX5 supercharged engine, and you will have a flying machine!

Thank you for your kind words Neemo. The MX5 engine should fit no problem, something to think about! :plane:

[Tribute Automotive]

Starting to shape up nicely, a bit more filling and sanding before a coat of primer

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Boot lid now hung on proper hinges (chrome mini boot hinges) and starting to even up the shut lines

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Headlight / grille opening trimmed back and edges sanded. Return added to bonnet opening....

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....and to the bonnet itself.

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[garyh]

How do you fix a return, is it already an 'L' shape profile?

[Tribute Automotive]

You need a Hot Glue Gun, they will stick most substrates together. Lay up some GRP sheet on a flat surface, glass is good, once cured it can be cut to size and glued in position. Then you can fix the return permanently by adding more GRP to the rear surface of the panel. Job done :smile:

[Tribute Automotive]

Due to the large bonnet bulge it's not been possible to fit normal hinges at the scuttle end of the bonnet, as it would bind in the centre, fitting hinges at he front end would be possible but looked untidy. A simple solution was found by pivoting the bonnet at the sides about 6 inches from the front edge. There is plenty of room in front of the Spitfire radiator.

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A pair of MX250 headlight buckets were cut from an scrap "plug" front end and modified to fit the A352 headlight openings.

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They were tech screwed in positon and then fixed with bonding paste.

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The rear end is now ready for primer

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Panel gaps all done

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"Does my bum look big in this?"

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[Tribute Automotive]

Getting there :biggrin:

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[Roybo]

when i saw the blue jag in the photo i thought it was the one you
are working on my eyes nearly popped out my head thought "thats quick work"
and quality too lol

[seanick]

Looking very pretty. I like the tucked in wheels too. :icon_biggrin:

[neemo]

looking very good, what colour are we going, british racing green, or solid black?

[garyh]

Ecosse blue?

[davecymru]

pretty pretty....

Now get on with it so i can have a proper look on Saturday in Exeter! :)

[GazDavies]

Its the G46 i always wanted

What is stopping you? :icon_smile:

The car is looking great, I wondered when I would see your version of the kit. I look forward to getting a good look at it in person on Saturday, keep up the good work!

[Tribute Automotive]

Thanks for the comments guys. Colourwise we are going for the "Not enough hours in the day old race car barn find patchy scratched primer" look, a winner in my book (my book being "Hot Rod" magazine). The body will be coming off for tub/chassis restoration, so no point in painting yet.

Sorry Nick, we have put wider wheels on! :icon_frown:

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Made the screens and headlight covers out of 2mm perspex, a bit thin but easy to work with when you are in a hurry

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Quickly fabricated some screen posts out of sheet alloy

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Sorry for the fuzzy pics, it was a bit dark....

[lancelot link]

Thats looking rather snazzy now men.....

The original 'Special bodied' cars of the 50's and 60's are definitely being re-represented in recent times - a natural evolution , methinks , due to money being in short supply for the majority and the tightening of IVA regs etc....

The original Ford sidevalve and Austin 7 chassis being subsituted nowadays for the Triumph and Reliant examples....

Its the beginnings of an interesting few years , I feel , as more examples of 50's style cars emerge in the scene....

Chris , looking forward to seeing this one in the flesh in a more completed format than last time as it does look rather good.....

[seanick]

No the wheels are uber cool. Must be real Dunlops:love:

[Tribute Automotive]

Thats looking rather snazzy now men.....

The original 'Special bodied' cars of the 50's and 60's are definitely being re-represented in recent times - a natural evolution , methinks , due to money being in short supply for the majority and the tightening of IVA regs etc....

The original Ford sidevalve and Austin 7 chassis being subsituted nowadays for the Triumph and Reliant examples....

Its the beginnings of an interesting few years , I feel , as more examples of 50's style cars emerge in the scene....

Chris , looking forward to seeing this one in the flesh in a more completed format than last time as it does look rather good.....

Thanks for the kind words Gary. You are so right about the IVA and money issues pushing the 50/60's re-body concept along. I am looking at more modern base vehicles, but they are limited and expensive.

[Tribute Automotive]

No the wheels are uber cool. Must be real Dunlops:love:

Nahhh, TR6 steels. They are 4x114 PCD, so need adaptors, which were more than the wheels!

[seanick]

Ah Tr6. Nice deep rims though.
Now come along, you have a busy weekend ahead, off to bed now;-)

[redratbike]

No one else has asked so......is this a personal project or will it be used as a buck to mould up some other bodies to market as a kit.?
Anticipated price...???

[neemo]

well i hope its been made to sell as a kit
filling the niche in the market for quality kits at affordable prices
i for one will be looking at purchasing a kit

[froggyman]

No one else has asked so......is this a personal project or will it be used as a buck to mould up some other bodies to market as a kit.?
Anticipated price...???
In an earlier post Tribute said :- 'The car we are putting together will be taken apart after the show and the tub repaired before we get the drive chain sorted and get it driving/MOT'd. If we get interest at the Exeter Show we will be taking moulds off and offering it as a kit as well.'

I personally think it looks great and look forward to seeing it tomorrow. It would be possible to make a frame like the Sammio and not use the Spitfire body I think. Definitely onto a winner I think.

Should I have bought a Spitfire and not the Vitesse????????:decision:

[redratbike]

In an earlier post Tribute said :- 'The car we are putting together will be taken apart after the show and the tub repaired before we get the drive chain sorted and get it driving/MOT'd. If we get interest at the Exeter Show we will be taking moulds off and offering it as a kit as well.'


Ooops. I didn't notice that

[neemo]

can any of these kits A532 and MX250 be modded to fit an MGF, MGTF.
been looking online and they really are as cheap as chips with modern engines and setups. ok we have the dreaded gasket problem on the K series, but a new thicker metal gasket sorts that out.

Chris if you fancy having a bash at one, ive a 51 plate sitting in my garage doing nothing, im sure we could sort something out.

[Tribute Automotive]

Out the door, on the trailer and down to Exeter. Answers to the questions above on my return. See you at the show.

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[seanick]

What a result! Your efforts have been nothing short if heroic, and on such a short timescale. Have a great weekend. Im off to the VSCC, and working in the250 :biggrin: on sun

[davecymru]

Matey, GREAT respect for everything you and all others who are getting things ready for Exeter are doing!

[Paul L]

That is seriously impressive, well done. :cool:

[neemo]

good luck with the show.
i really think you have a knock out product there
and finished in super quick time.

[Roybo]

that is seriously impressive and gorgeous, got to be a market for it surely

i'd like to second a suggestion of the mgf/tf as a doner maybe with a nod towards a de tomaso vallunga :eusa_whistle:

[redratbike]

that is seriously impressive and gorgeous, got to be a market for it surely

i'd like to second a suggestion of the mgf/tf as a doner maybe with a nod towards a de tomaso vallunga :eusa_whistle:
Wow that's a cracking looking carhttp://www.google.co.uk/search?q=de+tomaso+vallelunga&oe=UTF-8&hl=en&client=safari&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=isch&source=og&sa=N&tab=wi&ei=PguMUNrTIaWi0QXfioHgCQ&biw=768&bih=928&sei=QQuMULTsHsbG0QWXp4HYDQ#biv=i|1;d|P39ruoRv0QwAp M:

[Welshy]

Popped down to exeter today to pick up some parts for my exocet kit car and spotted the tribute stand me and my dad were impressed with the cars on the stand i perfered the mx250 and my dad prefered the d type replica so could be a future double build. Spoke with the guy on stand sorry missed your name and looked around the cars deffenitly better in flesh than in photos.
I have a mx5 already so could be a potential next build will need to sell the exocet first.

[froggyman]

Well, what can I say. I'll use one of Murray Walkers sayings :-
'faaaaaaaantaaaaaaaaaastic'.
I was well impressed to see the build up pictures on this thread but now having seen it in flesh at Exeter, wow!!!!!
Congratulations to Chris and Dan for this impressive little beast.
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[Patton]

Chris, Dan, putting 2 and 2 together, it's Dave. A great little car nice one, off to ferret about in my local skips, regards PAT

[Mister Towed]

Nahhh, TR6 steels. They are 4x114 PCD, so need adaptors, which were more than the wheels!

The TR6 steels really suit it. Did you have the adaptors fabricated, or are they commercially available somewhere that's never heard of t'internet?

[froggyman]

The TR6 steels really suit it. Did you have the adaptors fabricated, or are they commercially available somewhere that's never heard of t'internet?

They are Mike Satur ones available from his website or eBay. Designed for the MGF and are adjustable!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wheel-Hub-Adapters-MGF-MGTF-18mm-Alloy-Mike-Satur-/200834915721?pt=UK_Cars_Parts_Vehicles_Wheels_tyre _Trims_Trims_ET&hash=item2ec2b19d89

[mulberry]

total blown away by this car at exeter can still see the sammio hidden deep inside her .just hope you come up with a clip on style roof or hardtop. BUT GREAT JOB GUYS .

gary&mell

[mikmiglia]

Chris,great job mate, you both got this one sorted, i want one now.

[neemo]

you and i both mate, im hunting on fleabay for a well used (crispy) MK3 spit to convert

[kartman]

I saw it at Exeter today and was very impressed. Well thought out design, nice stance and the wheels were a nice touch. Amazed it has come together so quickly. Its this kind of innovation the industry needs.

[Mister Towed]

They are Mike Satur ones available from his website or eBay. Designed for the MGF and are adjustable!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wheel-Hub-Adapters-MGF-MGTF-18mm-Alloy-Mike-Satur-/200834915721?pt=UK_Cars_Parts_Vehicles_Wheels_tyre _Trims_Trims_ET&hash=item2ec2b19d89

Thanks for the link, they look like great value at a third of the price of a set of wire hub adaptors.

[Tribute Automotive]

Due to the huge positive response to the A352 on this forum and at the Exeter Show we will be going into production ASAP. The plan is to spend a couple more days on improving a few areas of the bodywork before moulding the external and internal panels.

The first run of kits will include the following:

1x 1 piece GRP bodyshell (to fit the Spitfire tub)
1x single skin GRP bonnet
1x single skin GRP boot lid
2x double skinned GRP doors
1x set of GRP internal cockpit panels (2x sides + 1x rear bulkhead)
1x set of GRP inner arch infill panels for rear
1x set of GRP inner arch infill panels for engine bay
2x steel door bars
2x steel internal door hinges
1x pair perspex headlight covers

Price for this package will be £1954 with NO VAT.

Additional items such as windscreen+posts, side screens, head fairing, central cockpit bar will follow shortly, with prices TBC.

Also to follow will be soft top and hard top options. I will be posting Photoshop mock up's on the forum to establish designs.

We are aiming for the first kit to be ready for collection in 4 weeks from today.

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[redratbike]

You don't mess about do you?

[Tribute Automotive]

You don't mess about do you?

Not if i can help it :biggrin:

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This may be tricky to get into, even with the gullwing doors, but will give it a go.........

[seanick]

Now look here, would you kindly refrain from posting any more pics of very desirable motors BEFORE I'VE FINISHED THE LAST ONE!!:rant:

[Tribute Automotive]

Now look here, would you kindly refrain from posting any more pics of very desirable motors BEFORE I'VE FINISHED THE LAST ONE!!:rant:

Sorry Nick! :fear:
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[Tribute Automotive]

Sorry again Nick!

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[Tribute Automotive]

It would be possible to make a frame and not use the Spitfire body I think. Definitely onto a winner I think.


Hi Frog. Good to meet you on Saturday. As I mentioned then, first step and original idea is to use the Spitfire tub, but as an option later, the frame may be a good idea to give the customer a choice. The tub route is the quickest way of building a car like this. Dan and I have talked this over and estimate that if an MOT'd Spitfire was used as a base that we could have an A352 on the road in 3-4 days :flame:

[tytek]

Hi Frog. Good to meet you on Saturday. As I mentioned then, first step and original idea is to use the Spitfire tub, but as an option later, the frame may be a good idea to give the customer a choice. The tub route is the quickest way of building a car like this. Dan and I have talked this over and estimate that if an MOT'd Spitfire was used as a base that we could have an A352 on the road in 3-4 days :flame:

Thats bloody quick!!!:tape2:

[seanick]

Mmm, some air suspension, maybe a Citroën donor...I dont know weather it would be easier to get into!
one has to suffer for ones art....

[tonyt]

Like the light covers, did you make or buy them?

[Tribute Automotive]

Like the light covers, did you make or buy them?

We made them. After failed attempt by 2 suppliers, we have finally managed to get the right mould/heat/pressure yourselves to produce them. We are just waiting for the polishing kit to turn up before we can offer them to customers for the MX250 and A352 kits. How did you get on with your attempts?

[tonyt]

Only cut templates and played with bending some with a heat gun was going to cast a clay mould from the kit and try bend to fit.

[Tribute Automotive]

Only cut templates and played with bending some with a heat gun was going to cast a clay mould from the kit and try bend to fit.

Let me know how you get on :smile:

[Mister Towed]

I really love the 'outlaw' look of the green hard-top car above. Shame only Richard Hammond would ever fit through the door opening, and only then if you cut him in half. :eusa_whistle:

Maybe a rear hinged roof with a quick release fastener above the screen would allow easier access? And that's meant to be a serious suggestion, btw.

[neemo]

AKA bubble car stylee

[Tribute Automotive]

I really love the 'outlaw' look of the green hard-top car above. Shame only Richard Hammond would ever fit through the door opening, and only then if you cut him in half. :eusa_whistle:

Maybe a rear hinged roof with a quick release fastener above the screen would allow easier access? And that's meant to be a serious suggestion, btw.

You are absolutely right Towed :icon_smile: I had figured that gullwing doors opening to the centre of the roof would help but I like your idea too:biggrin:

[Tribute Automotive]

Once the outer shell has been moulded, starting tomorrow, the internal panels, which are currently several individual pieces screwed together, will be moulded to produce 2 side panels and a rear bulkhead in GRP. These panels will make trimming the inside of the Spitfire tub a very quick and simple job to do.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1746.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1749.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1748.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

Boot space on the A352 isn't going to be problem!

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/bootspace.jpg

We have slightly increased the bonnet bulge to ensure clearance for the 6 cylinder option.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/bonnetbuldge.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

All improvements now completed to the bodywork. Doing this before the moulding stage means that the finished shells should need very little filling and sanding for the builder before painting, a gelcoat finish may even be possible. Also we have spent a lot of time making sure the bonnet/boot/doors fit straight out of the mould, again to save the customer build time and money.

Door hinges will be water jet cut steel profiles ready assembled on to the internal door bars, so that once the shell has been bonded on it will just be a case of packing the door gap and then bolting the doors to the hinge inside the cockpit.

The shell has now had it's "flanges" added to split the moulds into multiple sections. The grill area is separate as we may change it's design at a later date to give more choice. We have also split the mould at the bulkhead so we can add length to the shell if longer wheelbase applications are required. Current wheelbase is 83" to fit the Spitfire but Herald may be another option at 90".

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1760.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1759.jpg

[seanick]

You have been busy! Great to see the thought and work you are putting in to perfect the mouldings. Its going to save the builder hours of filling, fairing, and sanding. The last couple of pics look like somthing out of James Bonds gadget garage! That would make you Q!

[davecymru]

As i said to you guys at Exeter (in between shivering) i think you've got a real winner on your hands with this one, and i would certainly consider building one once things settle down.

[seanick]

As i said to you guys at Exeter (in between shivering) i think you've got a real winner on your hands with this one, and i would certainly consider building one once things settle down.

Once you build a [I]triple[I] garage???:icon_smile:

[BazMason]

This is a great looking car guys and I like how you are building in options already so that there isn't a great deal of cutting and filling after buying.

[Psycho pops]

A great looking car and impressed by the thought going into the prep, this ones definately on the wish list..
Pops

[Tribute Automotive]

can any of these kits A532 and MX250 be modded to fit an MGF, MGTF.
been looking online and they really are as cheap as chips with modern engines and setups. ok we have the dreaded gasket problem on the K series, but a new thicker metal gasket sorts that out.

Chris if you fancy having a bash at one, ive a 51 plate sitting in my garage doing nothing, im sure we could sort something out.

Hi Neemo. I don't think the A352 would work with the MGF for the same reasons that we didn't put it on the MX5, too slab sided and too modern in the windscreen area which can't be removed without an IVA test. The MX250 on the other hand would work if the panels were modified to resemble something like this 250LM:

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/250LM.jpg

[Roybo]

yes thats a thought another beautiful car

[Tribute Automotive]

Hi Neemo. I don't think the A352 would work with the MGF for the same reasons that we didn't put it on the MX5, too slab sided and too modern in the windscreen area which can't be removed without an IVA test. The MX250 on the other hand would work if the panels were modified to resemble something like this 250LM:

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/250LM.jpg

This could be good. No no no no, stop it, stop it stop it!:juggle:
http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/250LMoverMGF.jpg

[Roybo]

excellent work on the photos this HAS to happen (time permitting)

[neemo]

looking good gents, and spookily i have a Tahiti blue MGF sitting in the garage waiting to be experimented on!

[Tribute Automotive]

Dan has been doing a cracking job of making the new moulds for the A352, whilst I have been skiving off for a few days.

Most of the main shell is done, so just the internal panels and boot/bonnet to do next week.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/a352mouldrear.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/a352mouldfront.jpg

This shows were the scuttle area has been done as a separate section in preparation for different screen/hardtop applications. The split also allows for any stretch in wheelbase required by bolting an additional section into the mould.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/a352mouldscuttle.jpg

We should have the first new shell out of the mould in around 10 days time :biggrin:

[Mick O'Malley]

Great pictures, can't wait for the next instalment!

Regards, Mick

[Tribute Automotive]

looking good gents, and spookily i have a Tahiti blue MGF sitting in the garage waiting to be experimented on!

When we have some more time I may ask to "borrow" your MG for that experimenting. Please remind me after Xmas! :boink:

[Tribute Automotive]

Hinge is mix of MX5 door and Spitfire boot hinge, they will need to be re-manufactured, but helped to work out the pivot point and clearance, and will suffice for the show
http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/A352%20project/monohinge.jpg

The design below is my first draft for the door hinges that will come with the A352 kit. They will use a single M10 bolt as the pivot, bolted to the new door/crash bar in the Spitfire door opening. Any vertical adjustment will be done at the pivot end with shims/washers, and addition movement at the door end where the hinge bolts through the inner door skin.


http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/A352hingedesign.jpg

The doors are a very good fit straight out of the mould, so very little adjustment should be required.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1731.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

Exciting day today :dance: Taking the moulds off the buck i always one of the best parts of the project for me.

Trimmed all the excess/rough flange edges off with a 4" grinder (always suit up and wear a mask).

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/mouldsonrear.jpg
http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/mouldsofrontr.jpg

Wedges and chisels used to separate the moulds and remove from the shell.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/mouldsoffbluerear.jpg
http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/mouldsoffbluefront.jpg

Moulds all removed and ready to be cleaned, lightly sanded and polished before laying up kit No.1

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/mouldsoff1.jpg
http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/mouldsoff2.jpg

[andyPL]

great JOB!!

[Peepsy]

Another Tribute is born! Just 1 critisim the model you hired for this promo Pic is a bit rough. :drama: The design below is my first draft for the door hinges that will come with the A352 kit. They will use a single M10 bolt as the pivot, bolted to the new door/crash bar in the Spitfire door opening. Any vertical adjustment will be done at the pivot end with shims/washers, and addition movement at the door end where the hinge bolts through the inner door skin.



The doors are a very good fit straight out of the mould, so very little adjustment should be required.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1731.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

Another Tribute is born! Just 1 critisim the model you hired for this promo Pic is a bit rough. :drama:

Thanks Rog! The false double chin and bold patch wig that I always don for my pictures has worked then, it makes the car look pretty having a old fat bloke sat in it!!:icon_lol:

[Tribute Automotive]

Moulds now done for Boot and bonnet

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/bootmoulda352.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/bonnetmoulda352.jpg

And car back together for trip to the Haynes Motor Museum at Sparkford on Sunday, everyone's welcome!

The car now has a bit more "patina" since the moulds came off! I like it a lot! :madgrin:

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/patinaa352.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/patinafronta352.jpg

[andyPL]

great looking car!
Can You do some head lights covers like those for mx250 ??

[Tribute Automotive]

great looking car!
Can You do some head lights covers like those for mx250 ??

Yes, strangely they are 95% the same shape!

[seanick]

Barn Find
Rare '50's Two Seat Racer
4 Cylinder, Approx 80hp
Stored Last 50 Years
Some History.
Raced At Goodwood, Crystal Palace And Epsom
Offers Invited
Tel 07901544241
http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg263/Seanick_bucket/104034610_photobucket_165628_.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

The buck that the boot lid mould was taken from was a bit fragile and didn't make it out of the mould in very good condition, we could have lashed it up for the trip tomorrow but decided it was just as quick to lay up a new one...

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/bootgap2.jpg

Fits quite well, even when fitted in a hurry this afternoon.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/bootgap.jpg

Trimmed the unfinished head fairing to match the profile of the rear arch. Much better fit.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/headfairingcentre4.jpg

It now sits bang on the centre line of the driver seat

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/headfairingcentre2.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/headfairingcentre1.jpg

Tried a set of cheap Europa 3 ear spinners on the TR6 wheels. Very pleased!

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/spinner.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

Barn Find
Rare '50's Two Seat Racer
4 Cylinder, Approx 80hp
Stored Last 50 Years
Some History.
Raced At Goodwood, Crystal Palace And Epsom
Offers Invited
Tel 07901544241

My thoughts exactly!! I will await the calls.

80hp a little bit light, just had it on the rolling road at 450 without the nitrous :rofl: :pound:

[Tribute Automotive]

You are getting good with photo effects aren't you Nick! :icon_biggrin:

[Tribute Automotive]

We got the moulds for the internal panels on the A352 started today. All of the joins between the individual parts were filled and the tech screws that were used for fixing were capped with mirror screw covers so they will echo the rivet detail on the exterior of the car. The moulds are split into 3 parts and will go along way towards a total replacement GRP tub option that will be offered alongside the retention of the steel Spitfire tub option.

Gelcoat and paste applied.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/innermouldgel2.jpg
http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/innermouldgel1.jpg

Matting applied with reinforcing bar to stop flexing of the rear panel.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/innermould1.jpg
http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/innermould2.jpg

We are planning to produce a finished set of new internal and external panels over the next week or so, along with the acrylic and steel hinges, to have a complete A352 kit package ready for the first customer to pick up. Not too bad when we only started on the 15th October!:madgrin:

[Tribute Automotive]

Interior moulds taken off the car, just need a trim around the edges and remove all the black paint/pva.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/innerouldsdone.jpg

Bonnet No.1 out of the mould :biggrin:

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/a352bonnet.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

We laid up the 1st production body today. Once trimmed it will go back on the Spitfire in the workshop for final finishing work on door hinges etc.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1900.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1901.jpg

[seanick]

Ooh, I bet that resin was thick and cold!

[Tribute Automotive]

Nah, we "pre-heat" with a small log fire underneath the barrel of resin! :flame:

SAFETY NOTICE: I'M KIDDING!!! :biggrin:

[seanick]

I'm sure you stand the mix in hot water!!:nono:

[Tribute Automotive]

1st set of production panels out of the mould, just the internal panels to follow in the next few days :becky:

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1913.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1914.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1915.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1917.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1920.jpg

[tytek]

Looks like an alien :-D

[davecymru]

body looks excellent but i think the mounting frame needs some work, as at the moment it just looks like some old oil drums ;)

[froggyman]

body looks excellent but i think the mounting frame needs some work, as at the moment it just looks like some old oil drums ;)
It certainly does look good and I like the way the front mounted radiator and rear fuel tank double up as the mounting frame. ( Colin Chapman concept I think)

[seanick]

Another whrilwind production!
I do like the way the wheels fill the arches, in fact I think the proportions are improved on the original, it being a little narrower.
And now, rest.

[Tribute Automotive]

body looks excellent but i think the mounting frame needs some work, as at the moment it just looks like some old oil drums ;)

Thanks Dave :thumb:. The mounting frame also enables it to float! Good job too with our weather.:rofl:

[Tribute Automotive]

It certainly does look good and I like the way the front mounted radiator and rear fuel tank double up as the mounting frame. ( Colin Chapman concept I think)

Thanks Froggy. It's a twin fuel tank system, a la Jag.

[Tribute Automotive]

Another whrilwind production!
I do like the way the wheels fill the arches, in fact I think the proportions are improved on the original, it being a little narrower.
And now, rest.

Thanks Nick. The wheels are nice aren't they, you may like the one's on the new Tribute "Workshop Truck".........:bolt:

[Tribute Automotive]

First set of internal cockpit panels from the moulds today

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/A352cockpitpanels.jpg

16:30 - One empty Spitfire cockpit.....

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/emptycockpit.jpg

..... 16:35 - One panelled out Spitfire cockpit. Simple :biggrin1: . (Doorbars and hinges would of course normally be fitted first.)

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/panelledupcockpit.jpg

[Cemlyn]

Is this a clone of your starting shell ? Wheelbase and track F&R please ?
This whole project is a really exciting one and old kit car builders like me who have been put off by IVA could make this a viable concern !!
Great !! Keep at it guys !!
Cemlyn ( sorry - another Cymru )

[seanick]

I think most of those those answers are in this thread, but, it will fit Triumphs Spitfire and Herald. Google will provide wheelbase etc.
Saying that, Chris from Tribute could probably manage to massage it onto any suitable vehicles.

[Cemlyn]

Spitfire/GT6 WB 83" Track F 49" R 49"
Herald/Vitesse WB 91.5" Track F49" R 48"
TR7 Shorter and fatter but 1998cc
Original D-Type WB 90" Track 50" F&R
So, is the body from an original D-Type?
I'm looking for a donor to make this a possibility and would prefer tax-exempt so GT6 would be preferred. Using 1296cc or even 1500 would be a bit understated! But people are asking silly money for GT6s full of tin-worm.
Help!
Cemlyn.
Moss Malvern builder in late 70s and currently have an Aristocat which came built but un-trimmed.

[seanick]

I think from a D type, but Chris will be along any minute to give you the correct answers!!

[Psycho pops]

If you look at page 1 of this thread, it shows it was a D type but 4" taken out the middle, beautifully done though,
This ones on the wish list
Pops

[Tribute Automotive]

Spitfire/GT6 WB 83" Track F 49" R 49"
Herald/Vitesse WB 91.5" Track F49" R 48"
TR7 Shorter and fatter but 1998cc
Original D-Type WB 90" Track 50" F&R
So, is the body from an original D-Type?
I'm looking for a donor to make this a possibility and would prefer tax-exempt so GT6 would be preferred. Using 1296cc or even 1500 would be a bit understated! But people are asking silly money for GT6s full of tin-worm.
Help!
Cemlyn.
Moss Malvern builder in late 70s and currently have an Aristocat which came built but un-trimmed.

Hi Cemlyn

The A352 Wheel base is 83" but we can stretch the body by adding a section to the mould to around 91". Measurement to inside lip of wheel aches is 63" rear and 62" front.

This picture shows the car on standard Spitfire wheels, you can see the wheel to arch gap is fairly large.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1674.jpg

But with the TR6 wheels fitted, much more pleasing.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_1706.jpg

The D Type shell on ebay is 7" longer in the wheelbase and 4" wider overall.

[Tribute Automotive]

I think from a D type, but Chris will be along any minute to give you the correct answers!!

Thank you Nick, as always. Did you manage to get off the sofa?:laugh:

[seanick]

Yup. Got off the sofa, made tea and coffee, found a packet of crisps, had a peek at the forum/EBAY/youtube and hey presto I have lost an evening AGAIN!
Bloody internet!

[Cemlyn]

Thanks Chris.
Also thanks to Pops & Seanick. What exactly is a senior member? Sounds a bit anatomical !
Cemlyn

[seanick]

It means you spend to much time on this blxxdy forum, rather than
a) actually working on your car, which means it takes twice as long to build as it could, not should).
b) going to bed on time
c) having a life.
Therefore it is not a badge I wear with honour, its just I can't help myself.

[Tribute Automotive]

It means you spend to much time on this blxxdy forum, rather than
a) actually working on your car, which means it takes twice as long to build as it could, not should).
b) going to bed on time
c) having a life.
Therefore it is not a badge I wear with honour, its just I can't help myself.

:amen:

Now back to the workshop.........:ranger: damn it!

[Roadster]

It means you spend to much time on this blxxdy forum, rather than
a) actually working on your car, which means it takes twice as long to build as it could, not should).
b) going to bed on time
c) having a life.
Therefore it is not a badge I wear with honour, its just I can't help myself.

We come here as a help group -
Sometimes we can get help with our car builds
Sometimes we can help others with their build.
But most of the the time its just reassurance that we are not alone when friends and family berate us - consider each visit like a trip to car builders anonymous

Merry christmas all :)

[davecymru]

Completely agree, and it's also nice on this forum to see so many people with the same mindset, tacking so many different types of kit and encountering similar problems that we can all learn from and help with. Especially at the times when you are at a _low_ with your own build!

[Craig C]

So close to ordering one of these when I noticed that the Spitfire cockpit has been considerably shortened. I am 6 foot four in the old money and have Mx5 seats in my Mk1 (a great donor as the early Spits had removable windscreens) and need the full setback (see photo-apologies for the cheesiness); as you are very good at photoshop any chance of seeing what the A352 looks like with the cockpit back to normal Spitfire setback for those of us who ate their veggies as kids?

Craig

http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/yy68/Craig_C_photobucket/CraiginSpit_zps8817d178.jpg

[Down&Out]

Yes yes yes, and yes.

I loved the MX250, but this threw me off the chair when i found it by accident on ebay.

With the hard top, i'd be sold completely!

I shall be following intently, want one!

[Tribute Automotive]

So close to ordering one of these when I noticed that the Spitfire cockpit has been considerably shortened. I am 6 foot four in the old money and have Mx5 seats in my Mk1 (a great donor as the early Spits had removable windscreens) and need the full setback (see photo-apologies for the cheesiness); as you are very good at photoshop any chance of seeing what the A352 looks like with the cockpit back to normal Spitfire setback for those of us who ate their veggies as kids?

Craig

http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/yy68/Craig_C_photobucket/CraiginSpit_zps8817d178.jpg


Hi Craig

I am happy to modify a kit for you to provide the extra cockpit space you require. You will look great in one....

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/craigina352.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

Yes yes yes, and yes.

I loved the MX250, but this threw me off the chair when i found it by accident on ebay.

With the hard top, i'd be sold completely!

I shall be following intently, want one!

I'm glad you like it :bounce:

More progress on the hardtop in the New Year.

[Down&Out]

Have you considered this on top of an MX5?

The original kit you took moulds from is the same wheelbase (i think)

How good would that be!

I know you've probably already thought about it, but it was worth a mention.

[Tribute Automotive]

Have you considered this on top of an MX5?

The original kit you took moulds from is the same wheelbase (i think)

How good would that be!

I know you've probably already thought about it, but it was worth a mention.

Yes it is the same wheelbase (MX is only 0.5" shorter). I dismissed the MX5 as a base because of the windscreen having to stay to avoid IVA, but if you forget about it being a "replica" and just look at it as a period modified car, like the MX250, then maybe it would work?

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/MXD.jpg

You would have to increase the depth of the body at sill level and the rear to cover the existing MX5 bodywork. More "barrel" like door skins would be required and the back of the D Type bonnet would have to be raised and blended into the MX5 scuttle area. And you would have lower the hell out of it and fit 15" wheels with tall tyres...........

Hang on a minute, isn't this "Roadster's" MX5 from the Sammio Forum next door? http://www.madabout-kitcars.com/forum/showthread.php?t=3008&page=4

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/Rosdstersmx.jpg

[Roadster]

Chris you nailed exactly what i was aiming for but somewhere in the translation i got side tracked.

If you only had that body available when i started i would have been driving it all this year.

So how many think this should be the next Tribute offering? I think you would have to export some of these - Club Roadster across the pond we interested when i started mine

Happy new year all - lets hope we can get some of these cars out of the forum and meet up at the shows

[JagLite]

I really liked the Sammio when I saw it.
But when I saw the A352 I was positively stunned! :shocked:

Your modifications to the D-Type body have been fantastic!
I believe you have got the proportions and curves spot on and this body shape will be one to remember like the 427 SC Cobra.
Like a woman, it is the shape of the curves that make them beautiful. :icon_cool:

Now, if it could fit on the typical Locost chassis I think there would be a large market of (additional) potential builders. :gossip:
But don't change the body, modify the chassis to fit. :lol:
I think the re-use of the Spitfire is an excellent idea as long as Spit's are available cheap.
They are Unobtanium here though so a Locost type simple tube frame would be great.

I would have already sent you a deposit if the shipping to Alaska didn't cost a fortune. :frusty: :mad2:

[Down&Out]

TBH i'd be more than happy to run one of these on top of a spitfire because it'd be easy to mend then, im just waiting to see how the hardtop turns out ;)

[Tribute Automotive]

I really liked the Sammio when I saw it.
But when I saw the A352 I was positively stunned! :shocked:

Your modifications to the D-Type body have been fantastic!
I believe you have got the proportions and curves spot on and this body shape will be one to remember like the 427 SC Cobra.
Like a woman, it is the shape of the curves that make them beautiful. :icon_cool:

Now, if it could fit on the typical Locost chassis I think there would be a large market of (additional) potential builders. :gossip:
But don't change the body, modufy the chassis to fit. :lol:
I think the re-use of the Spitfire is an excellent idea as long as Spit's are available cheap.
They are Unobtanium here though so a Locost type simple tube frame would be great.

I would have already sent you a deposit if the shipping to Alaska didn't cost a fortune. :frusty: :mad2:

Hello Alaska :becky:

Thank you for your kind words.

The Locost idea is a good one. In the UK there are plenty of tired, cheap, registered kit cars that would benefit from a rebody, like this one:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DUTTON-KIT-CAR-PROJECT-/170965354020?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item27ce544624

The wheelbase of the Dutton is 86" and the A352 is 83", so only a small stretch to do.

I am currently awaiting a delivery cost for a kit to the US, so I will let you know how much it is.

[Tribute Automotive]

Chris you nailed exactly what i was aiming for but somewhere in the translation i got side tracked.

If you only had that body available when i started i would have been driving it all this year.

So how many think this should be the next Tribute offering? I think you would have to export some of these - Club Roadster across the pond we interested when i started mine

Happy new year all - lets hope we can get some of these cars out of the forum and meet up at the shows

Hi Roadster

Given enough time (is there ever enough?) I will try a body on our workshop MX5. It looks easy in Photoshop but I think there are some limiting factors on the MX shell vs the curves of the D Type body.

[Tribute Automotive]

TBH i'd be more than happy to run one of these on top of a spitfire because it'd be easy to mend then, im just waiting to see how the hardtop turns out ;)

Back on the hardtop next week! :eusa_dance:

[Craig C]

Hmm, that photoshop with me in the A352 would have lost you a few sales...

I would really like to pull the trigger on an order for one of these, but would like to see a full size cockpit version (including bigger doors), revised boot (to be more like an E-type). This car is not replica (and this is definitely NOT a criticism) but more an "inspired by" so why not fix a few design issues of the original? I hate the Tr3 rear lights and would modify the rear to be a little less "droopy-arsed" and more like the Bamford Ferrari with recessed lights slightly higher up.

http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/yy68/Craig_C_photobucket/BamfordFerrariRear_zpsa10fa2dd.jpg

I would also like to see a tilt front end version as per the Spitfire (and D-type, not that that matters...), especially as I live in the Antipodes and it would make a MUCH smaller shipping package.

Am I waiting in vain for these mods and will have to do them myself or do you see a different version in the future?

Craig C

PS Can you work out a shipping cost to Adelaide, South Australia for me please?

[Tribute Automotive]

Hmm, that photoshop with me in the A352 would have lost you a few sales...

I would really like to pull the trigger on an order for one of these, but would like to see a full size cockpit version (including bigger doors), revised boot (to be more like an E-type). This car is not replica (and this is definitely NOT a criticism) but more an "inspired by" so why not fix a few design issues of the original? I hate the Tr3 rear lights and would modify the rear to be a little less "droopy-arsed" and more like the Bamford Ferrari with recessed lights slightly higher up.

http://i778.photobucket.com/albums/yy68/Craig_C_photobucket/BamfordFerrariRear_zpsa10fa2dd.jpg

I would also like to see a tilt front end version as per the Spitfire (and D-type, not that that matters...), especially as I live in the Antipodes and it would make a MUCH smaller shipping package.

Am I waiting in vain for these mods and will have to do them myself or do you see a different version in the future?

Craig C

PS Can you work out a shipping cost to Adelaide, South Australia for me please?

I will get a delivery quote sorted. The boot/bonnet mods are fairly straightforward as a one-off, but we can discuss them after we find out if shipping is within your budget.

[WorldClassAccident]

Tilt front end on mine too Chris*

*this does not mean I have definitely decided to go for it

[WorldClassAccident]

Having spent today sick in bed browsing the www I need to decide if my A352 should have 0, 1 or 2 humps.

Decided against the flip front though.

[Roadster]

Hi Roadster

Given enough time (is there ever enough?) I will try a body on our workshop MX5. It looks easy in Photoshop but I think there are some limiting factors on the MX shell vs the curves of the D Type body.

Yes i agree Chris - I have left it all complete below the fibreglass so its hard to get the correct line but im happyish - i will lower the rear coil overs more before it hits the street

[Cemlyn]

Watching progress with great interest.
Investigating Bond Equipe as the base car.
Would the extra 8.5 inches give extra length seat to steering wheel? Your "model" seems a bit cramped in the elbows!
How do you attach the body to the tub ? Bolts & Washers ? Brackets ?
Cemlyn

[JagLite]

I was looking at my Classic British Sports Cars book and realized that your new A352 is very much like the Jaguar XKSS. And that is a compliment!

Since the XKSS started as the D-Type made road practical it does make sense that your car is following the same route.

Could you source a similar wind screen to the XKSS? Not that I would want it, I like your small screen but some might want, or need for legal requirements, to have safety glass.

[jmc14]

I really like the A352! It looks great to me. I think that the Porsche 356 windshield has the correct look for the A352. The glass is legal, safety laminated. It is readily available in three heights. A low Speedster, (12 5/8 inches tall), Taller yet for a convertible version, and taller yet for a coupe. It is 49 inches wide, center of post to center of post.

I am using this glass on a Lister/Jag inspired body using Miata components that I am building.

[WorldClassAccident]

+1 for the XKSS to give me a windscreen but the D type looks nicer IMHO. I have had four bird strikes on my windscreen over the years and am paranoid.

Looking at a morph from a BMW Z3 to a D Type shows the biggest change in proportion is the D Type aero screen is further back from the front wheel and smaller. Oh, the wheel base is longer on the BMW too.

[Tribute Automotive]

+1 for the XKSS to give me a windscreen but the D type looks nicer IMHO. I have had four bird strikes on my windscreen over the years and am paranoid.

Looking at a morph from a BMW Z3 to a D Type shows the biggest change in proportion is the D Type aero screen is further back from the front wheel and smaller. Oh, the wheel base is longer on the BMW too.

Hi Nick, Have a look at your other A352 tread and let me know what you think.

[seanick]

Hi Chris what hinges are on the boot lid on the A352??

[Tribute Automotive]

Classic Mini boot hinges :yo:

[seanick]

Thank you. Knocked off a bit early today?? Tut tut!:fear:

[Tribute Automotive]

We had an order from a customer for an A352 shell with a 91.5" wheelbase for a Herald chassis. Here is the process we used to create this special order shell.

The extra length was added behind the doors. This is the shell before:

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2220_zpsbfe5110a.jpg

Chop chop!

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2222_zps225447a3.jpg

Extra sections were laid up in the mould and then trimmed and tech screwed in place, before being glassed on the rear

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2224_zpse803f4f0.jpg

Once cured the external surface and joins were ground out and filled

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2242_zpsa21f441c.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2240_zpsf4f88168.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2237_zpsde99a9cb.jpg

Moulds were taken so the process will be much simpler if required again

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2256_zps652d0fe1.jpg

[froggyman]

Is that your version of the TVR bonnet I see on the roof of the car in the backgound?

[lancelot link]

Chris , that stretch looks good...I'd like to see one on a rolling chassis to gauge proportions but ''off chassis'' it looks pretty good to me....

I notice you are graciously staying out of the recent unfortunate situation that is developing on my old forum next door and won't push you for , or expect a comment from you on the subject , but just to say that as in the glory days of the special bodied cars , people will always have options and this looks like a credible one to me....

[Tribute Automotive]

Is that your version of the TVR bonnet I see on the roof of the car in the backgound?

Hi Froggy, Which TVR? This one?

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/TVRgranturar.jpg

Or this one?

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2212_zpsed0c9111.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

Chris , that stretch looks good...I'd like to see one on a rolling chassis to gauge proportions but ''off chassis'' it looks pretty good to me....

I notice you are graciously staying out of the recent unfortunate situation that is developing on my old forum next door and won't push you for , or expect a comment from you on the subject , but just to say that as in the glory days of the special bodied cars , people will always have options and this looks like a credible one to me....

Gary, good to see you on here again and as always thank you for your kind words. I will post some pictures of the shell on the customers chassis when the two meet up.

[AndyP57]

Very nice Chris. As Gary says, it will be good to gauge proportions when it is on wheels but I don't see anything that would detract from the lines. Also agree that there is room for healthy competition in the 50s look.

[Tribute Automotive]

Very nice Chris. As Gary says, it will be good to gauge proportions when it is on wheels but I don't see anything that would detract from the lines. Also agree that there is room for healthy competition in the 50s look.

Thank you Andy. Here's to healthy competition :amen:

[mikmiglia]

I like your d type, good work boys, keep up the good work .

[froggyman]

[QUOTE=Tribute Automotive;39828]Hi Froggy, Which TVR? This one?

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/TVRgranturar.jpg

Yes this one. Are you going to market it.

I especially like your photoshop with the Aston front.

[Tribute Automotive]

Yes we will be marketing the shells, keep an eye on the " 1950's Special - Microplas Mistral " tread.

The Mistral moulds will be with us next weekend, so first pull out of them should follow soon after. Price to follow shortly.

[froggyman]

I will post some pictures of the shell on the customers chassis when the two meet up.

Hi Chris any update on this. Interested to know how the extended A352 fitted with regards to any chassis parts needing to fall off etc. Cheers.

[Tribute Automotive]

Hi Chris any update on this. Interested to know how the extended A352 fitted with regards to any chassis parts needing to fall off etc. Cheers.

Hi Froggy

I will chase this up and see if the body is on the chassis yet, it's local so will go and take some pictures.

Another A352 going out the door next week, this time to France, and a 2" narrowed D Type shell on a Spitfire rolling shell also heading across the channel.

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2372_zps863265db.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2364_zpsaaefcef4.jpg

[patoune]

Hi Chris,

Excellent Works! :eusa_dance:

Regards

[patoune]

Chassis is ready. Just waiting the shell!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2923_zps38285083.jpg

[Craig C]

Patoun: What's with the doubled, boxed centre outriggers on that chassis? Most interesting...

Chris: Can we see a side by side comparison of the 2" vs 4" narrowing?

Craig

PS any luck with a freight quote to Adelaide yet?

[patoune]

Hi Craig C

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/Mad01_zps0a57f15a.jpg

we wanted to keep the proportions of the body,
passing the Triumph Spitfire Wheelbase from 83 to 90 "and reduce width of 2"

[patoune]

Sorry, only reduce the shell of 2"...

[speedsterbassie]

For all the Tribute A352 lovers:

http://dreamrides.wordpress.com/category/project/

[Tribute Automotive]

Hi Chris,

Excellent Works! :eusa_dance:

Regards

Thank you Patrice. You are going a great job too. See you on Tuesday :tea:

[Tribute Automotive]

For such a small door, there is a lot of steel and fabrication in the A352 Door bars and hinges

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2375_zps7f31f6a8.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2378_zps4740b45a.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2379_zpsfda43a2f.jpg

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/IMG_2380_zpsea5769dd.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

For all the Tribute A352 lovers:

http://dreamrides.wordpress.com/category/project/

There are some lovely detail photo's if you go back through the tread :icon_razz: I wonder if he ever built it?

[patoune]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2931_zps3e98e701.jpg
570 Miles later… No part missing !
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2954_zpse9c151da.jpg
Undressing, removing the body
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2958_zpsadc10424.jpg
Laying his body on new chassis
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2967_zpsebe42baa.jpg
Trying on session
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2965_zps5f72a60a.jpg
It’s ok, can continue
:eusa_dance:

[seanick]

Très bon!

[patoune]

Très bon!

Merci !

[Tribute Automotive]

Glad you had a good trip Patrice. Looking forward to seeing the car driving in 2-3 weeks!!!

[Mister Towed]

Glad you had a good trip Patrice. Looking forward to seeing the car driving in 2-3 weeks!!!

more like 2-3 days if Patoune's last build was anything to go by.

[patoune]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2976_zpsd12588ee.jpg

To follow...

[Tribute Automotive]

It's a good fit on the bulkhead isn't it. Good to see the door hinges are working well :tea:

[patoune]

It's a good fit on the bulkhead isn't it. Good to see the door hinges are working well :tea:


Yes, good works Chris!..

To day, take off the dody to welding time and dashboard preparation...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2984_zps02e8d646.jpg

To follow...

[patoune]

Fuel tank to be changed in the axis of the refuelling
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2989_zps2550b5f4.jpg

Doors bars and hinges
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2994_zps9028eb98.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2995_zps103a429f.jpg

Front and rear details with 25 mm spacers
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2991_zps9517c551.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2992_zpsd1143eba.jpg

Have finish with the patchs and welding
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2990_zps9779d628.jpg

To morrow we fit the Type D body…


To follow...:icon_razz:

[TriBond]

I think you may have eliminated the infamous scuttle shake!

[patoune]

I think you may have eliminated the infamous scuttle shake!

Very sorry, but my English is not so good to understand ! :neutral:

[patoune]

As promise, body prefectly fixed and bonnet’presentation (Next stage, to fit it !)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3009_zps6d4e02c2.jpg
http: //img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3011_zps83ee752d.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3004_zpsdf6497a6.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3006_zps4320ed3e.jpg

My best workers… And he like it!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3003_zps0ee81688.jpg

Or how to evaporate the water used during welding! A new steamer machine…
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3001_zps0c148c1c.jpg

Dashboard project
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP2987_zps19a893c3.jpg

To follow…

[Down&Out]

Looks like perfection!

[patoune]

Looks like perfection!

Many thanks!

[TriBond]

Sorry about my earlier post about scuttle shake, I was referring to the bracing in the door area and I meant that I don't think this car will shake and rattle like the Spitfires I've owned. Love the look of this car, looking forward to seeing it at some point this year. :-)

[patoune]

Sorry about my earlier post about scuttle shake, I was referring to the bracing in the door area and I meant that I don't think this car will shake and rattle like the Spitfires I've owned. Love the look of this car, looking forward to seeing it at some point this year. :-)

:peace:
Thanks!
But mine dont shake and rattle!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/320541_130908937012069_100002788910934_105320_2064 026457_n.jpg

My FIA Triumph Spitfire 4 Works replica... Have no intention to use it to make a D type!
:icon_biggrin:

[patoune]

Just for fun
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3017_zps0865241b.jpg

Bonnet hinges ... It works!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3026_zps06925091.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3029_zpsfd294390.jpg

:violin:

[EZS]

NICE JOB ...
we start our A352 project yesterday...Pics will follows soon !

[patoune]

NICE JOB ...
we start our A352 project yesterday...Pics will follows soon !

Attendons vos photos avec grande impatience !...

[EZS]

not so easy to post pic...will became crazy trying to resize them all:cry:
sorry all for my poor english school level...another frog on this forum!

first of all, I would like to thanks Chris for his very nice job and his fair attitude from our first contact...and Patoune for transportation and explanations for a well start fitting of our first kit car!

[tonyt]

Bienvenue Ã* toi !

My French is from school as well, we all share the same interest, cars! Language will just have to progress as we go!

[EZS]

thanks for your support...
I try an other pic: first one doesn't fullfill the forum conditions, i think...

[tonyt]

thanks for your support...
I try an other pic: first one doesn't fullfill the forum conditions, i think...
Pic works fine looking good.

[Tribute Automotive]

Welcome to the forum Yvon,

I love this picture:

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/a352Yvon_zpsfb5f001f.jpg

I am posting some other pictures that may help your build.

Is that a Pontiac behind the A352?

[Tribute Automotive]

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/a352Yvon2_zps6b0cef79.jpg

I see you have another Spitfire shell, at the bottom of this photo, for the next conversion

[EZS]

hello Chris,
there is 2 others spit' and 1 GT6 in the warehouse...and lot of people is fall in love with the first project...I think we are on the right way !
please communicate the availlable "options" or "extra's" for this kit asap.
'got also my MGB GT waiting for an exiting kit (something different than the standard Sebring kit...) like AC aceca or alfa 6C 3000...?

[patoune]

After air streams treatment
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/Airstreamstreatment_zpsd2a51131.jpg

Water treatment begins
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/Pareboue_zps272dfdbe.jpg

:eusa_dance:

[redratbike]

Air streams??? Water treatment??? Have I lost something in translation??

[Mister Towed]

Air streams??? Water treatment??? Have I lost something in translation??

Streamlining? Hydraulics? J'en sais pas...

[AndyP57]

I'm certainly liking the methodology of constructing the inner wings.

[peterux]

I think water treatment = rainwater splash guards (inner wings)


Does air treatment mean 'airflow'?

[patoune]

I think water treatment = rainwater splash guards (inner wings)


Does air treatment mean 'airflow'?

Water treatment... You are right!

Air treatment : is to fill the holes between the GRP body and the spitfiree shell...

Sorry for my english! :redface:

[redratbike]

Water treatment... You are right!

Air treatment : is to fill the holes between the GRP body and the spitfiree shell...

Sorry for my english! :redface:

No apologies needed.....great work...:hail: :hail:

[patoune]

No apologies needed.....great work...:hail: :hail:

Just a passion !:eusa_angel:

[Tribute Automotive]

hello Chris,
there is 2 others spit' and 1 GT6 in the warehouse...and lot of people is fall in love with the first project...I think we are on the right way !
please communicate the availlable "options" or "extra's" for this kit asap.
'got also my MGB GT waiting for an exiting kit (something different than the standard Sebring kit...) like AC aceca or alfa 6C 3000...?

Hi Yvon

Sorry for the delay in replying. I hope you are still making good progress on the car.

Extra's are:

Head fairing, right or left hand drive, £90 each

http://i1046.photobucket.com/albums/b468/TributeAutomotive/headfairingcentre4.jpg

Central cockpit bar, including bonding into the bodyshell, £120

3mm thick Perspex front and side fly screen, £120

[Mick O'Malley]

My shopping list was just extended - excellent!

[patoune]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3061_zps92ebe2a9.jpg

Wheel arch... Finish!

To follow...

[seanick]

Now it looks like a Dutton!
Only joking!
Are they, steel or fibreglass?

I like the Union Flag in your workshop, I hope you have a Tricolour up too?

[patoune]

Now it looks like a Dutton!
Only joking!
Are they, steel or fibreglass?

I like the Union Flag in your workshop, I hope you have a Tricolour up too?

:icon_wink:

They are steel.

[patoune]

Now it looks like a Dutton!
Only joking!
Are they, steel or fibreglass?

I like the Union Flag in your workshop, I hope you have a Tricolour up too?


My garage :

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/MyGarage_zpsef578ce9.jpg

No Tricolour, but some other flags... But for my defense, no French cars only English and Swedish cars

[seanick]

OMG!
:eusa_dance:

[seanick]

Ford Anglia
Midget
Saab 94
Spitfire
Mk1 Escort
Something green...
Tr3
Something white
Another Saab?
Cortina Mk1
Triumph Dolomite
Ford Fiesta mk1
And the pale blue one.....a Spitfire with a modified bonnet?? Lenham?

[patoune]

Ford Anglia
Midget
Saab 94
Spitfire
Mk1 Escort
Something green...
Tr3
Something white
Another Saab?
Cortina Mk1
Triumph Dolomite
Ford Fiesta mk1
And the pale blue one.....a Spitfire with a modified bonnet?? Lenham?

Some corections :

Ford Anglia 1000cc Maxi 1000 Trophy
Turner MK1 1300 BMC A
Saab 96 2 Stroke (FIA)
Triumph Spitfire MK1 Works Replica (FIA)
MK1 Escort RS2000
Fairthorpe EM1 (Green)
Fairthorpe white on a ber
Rochdale ST (Yellow) behind the fairthorpe
Cortina MK1 GT
Austin A35
Fairthorpe EM1 (another one)
Ford Anglia 1200cc (Rally Car)
Saab 96 V4 1750 cc (FIA)
Ford Anglia Saloon car 1700cc
Triumph Dolomite Sprint
Ford Fiesta MK1 group 4
Riley 1.5
And
The pale one , a Triumph Hurricane (Based on a Siptfire)

[seanick]

Can't believe I missed the Riley! Well I got some of them sort of nearly right.
No wonder there are no Fairthorpes for sale, you have them all.!!
What a fantastic collection. Glad to see you are not frittering your money away on loose women...:faint2:

[Mister Towed]

What a selection! You've got nearly as many great classics as Micha had in his imaginary garage.

Love those old Saabs - the quirkiness of the French with the build quality of the Germans. Fabulous.

[patoune]

Can't believe I missed the Riley! Well I got some of them sort of nearly right.
No wonder there are no Fairthorpes for sale, you have them all.!!
What a fantastic collection. Glad to see you are not frittering your money away on loose women...:faint2:

I'm not sure that this is less expensive than frittering my money away on lose women... But maybe it takes a lot more time :eusa_angel:

[Mister Towed]

Don't forget, Pat's French, so there's always time for both cars and loose women.

[patoune]

Don't forget, Pat's French, so there's always time for both cars and loose women.

is this experience that speaks ?

[Mister Towed]

Ha ha, touche! :fencing:

[tlrtone]

My garage :

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/MyGarage_zpsef578ce9.jpg

No Tricolour, but some other flags... But for my defense, no French cars only English and Swedish cars

What a fantastic garage!

If I dreamt of a suitable man-cave then this would be it!

[chargerstang]

WOW,
thats my dream too:laugh: :eusa_dance:
Greets Henry

[patoune]

First day, first time, D type on wheels!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3078_zps16cc09d4.jpg

Very good works Chris! :eusa_clap:
Excellent wheel positions in the wings

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3079_zpsc23cdf18.jpg

Dashboard in place…

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3082_zpse8492da0.jpg

Tomorrow will fit the front bonnet!

[mico]

dust in the garage, Picasso in action!
dust in the workshop, snow outside?
Happy to see the car with wheel:eusa_dance:


Your welder

[patoune]

Thanks Mico the Welder

First day, firts time, first Mail ! You are welcome!:eusa_dance:

[patoune]

As promise with the bonnet

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3092_zpscd078042.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3094_zpsbd35684d.jpg

A new squale !
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3090_zps5c2a082c.jpg

Insides:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/Interieurs_zpsb64f2895.jpg

To follow...

[patoune]

While Dad tries to descrambling the wiring loom
just for kids!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3096_zps1bfdefc3.jpg

[davecymru]

Nice! and that is what building a kit car is all about and anyone who takes it more seriously than that should be ashamed of themselves :)

[patoune]

Nice! and that is what building a kit car is all about and anyone who takes it more seriously than that should be ashamed of themselves :)

Excellent!

[GazDavies]

This has been one of my favourite build thread in a long time and I have enjoyed watching the car come together. Great job you have done so far! Any idea what colour you are going to paint it?

[patoune]

This has been one of my favourite build thread in a long time and I have enjoyed watching the car come together. Great job you have done so far! Any idea what colour you are going to paint it?


Thanks!

Yes, Have an exact idea about colour.
It will be "Ecosse Blue" (PPG CODE 901449)

[GazDavies]

Thanks!

Yes, Have an exact idea about colour.
It will be "Ecosse Blue" (PPG CODE 901449)

Perfect! And white highlights?

[patoune]

Perfect! And white highlights?

Yes of course!:icon_biggrin:

[Charman.tech]

Patoune

You are not really French are you!

[BazMason]

Yes of course!:icon_biggrin:

Fantastic, this would definitely be my colour choice as well. I was lucky enough in the autumn to have a look around the Ecurie Ecosse transporter complete with C and D type (replicas). I have also visited the original EE garage in Edinburgh (by accident as it happens.....it is now a wine warehouse...:peep: )

[patoune]

Patoune

You are not really French are you!



Sorry, but French for at least 5 generations! ;)

But I love your country and your way of life, even if you do not eat frogs!:violin:

[patoune]

Fantastic, this would definitely be my colour choice as well. I was lucky enough in the autumn to have a look around the Ecurie Ecosse transporter complete with C and D type (replicas). I have also visited the original EE garage in Edinburgh (by accident as it happens.....it is now a wine warehouse...:peep: )

Also some souvenirs for me « Circuit des remparts Angouleme 2007 » Have race with my Triumph Herald against The Duncan Hamilton Jaguar…

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/EEangouleme2007a_zpsab7f9f3d.jpg

[patoune]

Some steps outside…

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3107_zpsd2fccf0d.jpg


Right door and seat fit!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3112_zps8c7e8113.jpg

[Mister Towed]

Sorry, but French for at least 5 generations! ;)

But I love your country and your way of life, even if you do not eat frogs!:violin:

Sorry to disappoint you, but, je suis Rosbif, and, if it swims in the sea, walks the Earth or flies in the sky it's fair game to be eaten as far as I'm concerned. Even green amphibians. :sick:

And if you've ever heard the English expression "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse" well, just recently, if you like ready meals...

[patoune]

Fantastic !

http://vimeo.com/59410466#at=0

No, it's not my car... but the same !

[patoune]

Some accessoires find a place
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3115_zps937e11a2.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3116_zps39839da1.jpg

With details

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3119_zpsfb993855.jpg

[Tribute Automotive]

Nearly done Patrice :biggrin:

What date is the first race?

[patoune]

Nearly done Patrice :biggrin:

What date is the first race?

Very quickly, very quickly Chris...

Just waiting for a straight 6 engine !:icon_wink:

But I also have another project to start in a few weeks ...

[Tribute Automotive]

But I also have another project to start in a few weeks ...

15 days and counting........:flame:

[patoune]

Before painting, somme accessories...

Fuel’hatch
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3129_zps15805705.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3131_zpsb305a22a.jpg

Rear boot
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3135_zps8ed15543.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3133_zps1e52d6dc.jpg

Number plate lamp, same as genuine :
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3123_zps345e6160.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/patoune/IMGP3121_zps4669f6e6.jpg
Thanks to Mister Welder, I place an order of 10!... to start! :eusa_dance:

[GazDavies]

Once again, fantastic work. I love the D-type so its great to watch this build come together so quickly and so well done.


Thanks to Mister Welder, I place an order of 10!... to start! :eusa_dance:

Do you meen you have placed an order for 10 more cars? :icon_surprised: :icon_surprised: :icon_surprised: