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I'm officially back. (small mixed update).

Post by filthyjohn » 10 Nov 2009 04:26 am

Areet?

I've not been very active on the forum for some time, though I've been having a quick look most days, so I figure it's time for an update about the fleet.

First and foremost, my valvo.
Here's how it looks now:

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The reason for this is repeated drivetrain issues. it was largely fine with the two F7Ps I had in, but when I fitted the F7R hybrid (offers welcome, see the For Sale section soon) it started eating props LOL. So it's getting a redblock and torque tube now, supplied by my latest car:

Project FQ360

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77K:
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Custom half leather seats :shock:
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Heater recirc (working):
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I bought this charming 360 GLT a month or two ago, I couldn't say no given its excellent condition, correct door count, and the fact that I have a serious engine lined up for it. May as well spill the beans now, the FQ360 tag needs backup anyway.
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Yup, a 940 B230 with a 740GLT head, forged pistons, 13mm rods, and an omex ECU ready to provide over 300hp when I decide which turbo to use. (the 15G in the pictures ended up on a BMW 525TDS).

So that's my current volvo situation, see you in the FQ360 thread when I get round to starting it. :lol:
'87 Nissan Sunny
'95 945 LPT
'90 340 3dr
'87 360 GLT
'87 765 TIC
'75 Manta A
'70 Rover P5 V8
'67 MGB GT
'62 amazon 2dr

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Post by SteveP » 10 Nov 2009 09:56 am

Woah nice work mate!! I've seen that 3 door 360 before, has to be the same one as that had them seats. Glad to see it's come back :D Niiice work on the engine ;) Ya need more than the 15G anyway ;) Where'd you find the 360?
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Post by volvosneverdie » 10 Nov 2009 10:03 am

filthyjohn wrote: Image
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Seggzy Engine!

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Post by jtbo » 10 Nov 2009 10:46 am

With that turbo you would had serious clearance issues with bonnet anyway :mrgreen: Top class 340pw
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Post by trabitom99 » 10 Nov 2009 12:38 pm

Nice one! Looking forward to see how this project get on ...

Cheers

Tom
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Post by tommysb » 10 Nov 2009 01:04 pm

Biggup!

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Post by Speedy88 » 10 Nov 2009 01:59 pm

Amazing :D
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Post by MCHUDD » 10 Nov 2009 09:46 pm

Hi John.
Its going to be a CRACKER.
Cheers Mark. sm4

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Post by filthyjohn » 11 Nov 2009 03:19 am

Thanks everyone, it's good to be back.
SteveP wrote:Where'd you find the 360?
Sharp eyes Mr P, it belonged to our very own Bilbo, of Bilbo & Sven fame. I placed a dib years ago when the lads came over to buy a windscreen. When he got in touch and said the MOT was up and I could have it cheap, I couldn't say no. We aren't exactly tripping over 3dr GLTs these days. :lol:

I've had the engine tucked away for a good few months, I need a pulley and a cambelt though as I damaged both when I was transporting it. And I need a fancy turbo for not much cash. And some boost pipes. But then I can start fitting!
'87 Nissan Sunny
'95 945 LPT
'90 340 3dr
'87 360 GLT
'87 765 TIC
'75 Manta A
'70 Rover P5 V8
'67 MGB GT
'62 amazon 2dr

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Post by SteveP » 11 Nov 2009 11:11 am

Oh yeah I totally forgot he bought it :lol: Good work gettin it bought, it looks lovely :D
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Post by filthyjohn » 11 Nov 2009 11:58 am

Yeah mate, it's spot on. Needs a front jacking point strengthening, and both wing bottoms are crusty but that hasn't spread to the valance much. Ooh, and it's got electric windows, on a 3dr, on a D plate. :D
'87 Nissan Sunny
'95 945 LPT
'90 340 3dr
'87 360 GLT
'87 765 TIC
'75 Manta A
'70 Rover P5 V8
'67 MGB GT
'62 amazon 2dr

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Post by volvosneverdie » 11 Nov 2009 12:04 pm

^^^ carefull dude.
Are you trying to burst the forum Rare-o-meter? :shock:
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Post by Ronnie » 12 Nov 2009 01:51 pm

filthyjohn wrote:Image

Yup, a 940 B230 with a 740GLT head, forged pistons, 13mm rods, and an omex ECU ready to provide over 300hp when I decide which turbo to use. (the 15G in the pictures ended up on a BMW 525TDS).

So that's my current volvo situation, see you in the FQ360 thread when I get round to starting it. :lol:
Now that's a beautiful lump of redblock goodness!

Megasquirt? Drivetrain?

Can't wait to see a proper redblock tune on here.
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Post by tommysb » 12 Nov 2009 09:18 pm

No need for the megasquirt, the Omex computer does the same job. It's just a commercially produced version!

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Post by filthyjohn » 13 Nov 2009 03:40 pm

tommysb wrote:No need for the megasquirt, the Omex computer does the same job. It's just a commercially produced version!
Yep, like this:
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Ronnie wrote:Drivetrain?
Stock 360, but with welded diff (LSD later) and this strengthened prop link piece:
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'87 Nissan Sunny
'95 945 LPT
'90 340 3dr
'87 360 GLT
'87 765 TIC
'75 Manta A
'70 Rover P5 V8
'67 MGB GT
'62 amazon 2dr

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