Administrators gav240z Posted May 21, 2014 Administrators Share Posted May 21, 2014 Hi Guys, In a similar vein to project binky http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php?topic=14067.0 which I know some of you enjoy I thought I'd share Aaron Cake's RX-5 build series. Some of it pertains to those funny Wankel motors (which is how I came across it), but it covers wiring up a megasquirt ECU, metal fabrication, vintage air-con installation etc.. I've learnt a lot just from watching this man's videos and I'm envious of the tools he has access to. I figure it would be useful for other DIY types, best way to learn is to watch others in my opinion. Oh and sorry for another time suck to add to your collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DOOM Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Another good one, been watching this one for a while now. LOTS of innuendos, he even has an episode dedicated to rebuilding a Mazda 13B very insightful. Also very talented with the welder and metal work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted June 15, 2014 Share Posted June 15, 2014 Brilliant. Episode 6 is out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators PB260Z Posted June 15, 2014 Moderators Share Posted June 15, 2014 Jeez those guys make it look so so easy. Really enjoying the instalments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Episode 1 is on right now. Looks pretty interesting. http://www.abc.net.au/tv/programs/for-the-love-of-cars/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riceburner Posted July 16, 2014 Share Posted July 16, 2014 Looks like a really interesting series, a good mix of hands on action and people waffling on. Correct me if I am wrong but we're pretty tame compared to that lot. Burn outs, drag racing on public roads and 'hooning' around industrial areas. Imagine if that was filmed here, the rozzers would be impounding cars left, right and centre! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Correct me if I am wrong but we're pretty tame compared to that lot. Burn outs, drag racing on public roads and 'hooning' around industrial areas. Imagine if that was filmed here, the rozzers would be impounding cars left, right and centre! I was thinking the same and all of their hoons were 50 year olds! Next week they're doing the Land Rover Series 1 and the following week it's a Triumph Stag so I imagine the tone of the episodes will change along with the type of owners the cars attract. Should be a good watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dat2kman Posted July 17, 2014 Share Posted July 17, 2014 We just live in the Nanny country,,,,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted July 17, 2014 Administrators Share Posted July 17, 2014 We just live in the Nanny country,,,,, +1 - People love rules here, it makes them feel safe in their little suburbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators PB260Z Posted July 17, 2014 Moderators Share Posted July 17, 2014 Not a bad watch at all. Personally I would have preferred a little less of the "waffle" and a little more detail on the rebuild. Will be watching again next week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluerat Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 What a ripper of a show! Makes me want to put a fancy paint job, 13's and number plates on my 1600! Mind you old mate did talk up the Kent a bit... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted July 19, 2014 Administrators Share Posted July 19, 2014 I was happy to see they went with the original paint scheme and gave it the proper period look. At first it was looking like it was going down the white paint / black stripes and fog lights path. I giggled at the sunroof part - thinking about my 240z project and how many Z's need a new roof thanks to those god awful things! Definitely 1 of the better car shows - agree though would have been nice to see a bit more detail on the way the car was being rebuilt in particular the body work details and the engine specs etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris240 Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 Anyone catch this yesterday ? 1st episode yesterday at 4.30pm, with moffat and Rusty French...they showed some incredible tv ads and interviews. Ive always liked the Moff. Worth a watch next week. Hey Gav, we need a sticky or some sort of tv schedule for motoring related items.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterrx5 Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Great to hear Moffat say how good the Mazda was, usually all you hear about is the so called "Muscle Cars" Good old CAMS killed off group "C" so the Mazda was no more, you can't have competition. Cheers Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peterrx5 Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Not a bad watch at all. Personally I would have preferred a little less of the "waffle" and a little more detail on the rebuild. Will be watching again next week Totally agree, would have preferred to have seen much more of the rebuild and a lot less of the dribble. If they do a mustang that is when I turn it off for good. How many mustang or GT Falcon rebuilds can you be forced to watch in your lifetime? Cheers Peter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators PB260Z Posted July 20, 2014 Moderators Share Posted July 20, 2014 A quick web search shows a list of cars, no Mustang, but they do tackle a DeLorean. The DeLorean will be interesting given the brushed stainless bodywork. http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/For_The_Love_Of_Cars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted July 20, 2014 Administrators Share Posted July 20, 2014 http://www.shannons.com.au/club/video/allan-moffat-episode-1-shannons-legends-of-motorsport/ Can be seen here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted July 20, 2014 Administrators Share Posted July 20, 2014 Hey Gav, we need a sticky or some sort of tv schedule for motoring related items.. I can make a sticky post called "Must watch tv" if you think that would work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
260DET Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Including the word 'motorsport' may stop the inclusion of all sorts of TV programs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted July 20, 2014 Administrators Share Posted July 20, 2014 A quick web search shows a list of cars, no Mustang, but they do tackle a DeLorean. The DeLorean will be interesting given the brushed stainless bodywork. http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/For_The_Love_Of_Cars There is a DMC getting around my area, it makes me happy to see it on the road. Very cool car, I think they are going to get mad money soon! Once my generation (80s kids) start getting some cash together and get nostalgic for Back to the future I'm sure values will soar. So about 20-25 years away haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris240 Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Yup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted July 21, 2014 Administrators Share Posted July 21, 2014 Feel free to add links to specific Television programs, Youtube Channels that are related to our favorite topic of cars! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo Posted July 21, 2014 Author Share Posted July 21, 2014 Hey Gav, The Aussie author Matthew Reilly lives in Sydney and drives a DeLorean. May have been him. For anyone after fast action books try Matthew Reilly. Scarecrow series are great. I have read all of his books and am eagerly waiting for the next. David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted July 21, 2014 Administrators Share Posted July 21, 2014 Could be, I've never seen who is driving it. I've just seen it parked outside a restaurant in Drummoyne and near Concord a couple of times. They are quite a wide car and it's still a left hooker. I'm just glad to see it being driven about, but if I get a chance I'll see if I can talk to the owner. Found this: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Restoration Garage - TV Show https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXWfDerc7ikIs5NOl5XX_NQ Just watching the first episode now. No idea if it's any good but looks interesting so far. Edit: Looks to be in the same vein as American Hotrod if you've seen that show. Mostly shop drama around big dollar builds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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