The running boards are heavy cause every old car I have seen out here has had significant damage to the boards and brackets. Of course, that could be because of the way that we drive. Also I want to leave them in a painted finish rather than covered in rubber, and someone is bound to stand on them (not me though) so they need to be up to it. Side impact protection is a definite bonus too. The certifying engineers are allowed to use their judgement to a very large degree. There are some things that they will dictate the terms of (seat belts, and catylitic converter on post 87 model engines for example) but most is fairly open. I've NEVER had a problem with an engineering signatory. I think that's mainly due to over building everything and being entirely honest with them. They have very finely tuned bullshit meters, and don't take kindly to being fucked around. These are the rules to follow in my part of Oz. Other states vary in detail. http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au/registrat..._for_light_vehicle_modifications_nov_2007.pdf
Yeah Your 47 looks like a pretty similar deal with rust. Wish I could have found a coupe roof And really, the late model stuff is only there because I am too impatient to wait for early parts to turn up. I just wanna keep workin on it
Thanks! Yeah, the engine is from a 1989 Holden. They were a big deal back in '89 but not so much anymore. Personally I think that the 1989 Commodore was one of the worst cars ever built in Oz But they are cheap, plentiful and make the right noise I wrecked this thing for the motor and box.
The ute looks like it will turn out fine. Nice lines. But dude you gotta fix those photos.My screen just shows narrow bands of photos,leaving much blank areas. I really want to see the car. Good luck, and all the best from an old dude in Canada. Bud
I just found your thread. Wow. Fantastic work! I was going to make sure that koolkemp saw it but I see he has. You two should compare notes. Talented people... Always liked the Ute.
Really cool build, I wasn't sure about the checkerboard or the color but when you put it all together it works!
Congratulations! That's simply outstanding work and what a great rod you've created. There's nothing more traditional than building something out of whatever materials you have available. To finish up with a car that could have been a factory model simply tops it all off.
I love it, that is true Hotrodding making something that cool from what you had to start with. Very inspiring, CBB
A fantastic build, I'm impressed. If anyone asks about your side intrusion bars, get them to kick the edge of your running boards.
the yellow and white lights must be an Oz thing, eh? They look good, but its not something Ive seen before. wonderful build! love the concept and the product!!
Thanks! The amber lights are indicators (blinkers) and the white lights are reversing lamps. Hopefully it won't require the reversing lamps, need to check with the certifying engineer.
Looks like the Opel Omega we had here in Europe, Too bad they didn't came with a V8 option, they're cheap as beans. Hold on, there was a Lotus-engined Omega.... Hmmm.... It even came with the Corvette ZR-1 6-speed as standard... Car turned out great! Now go have some fun with it!
The ceritfying engineer pointed out a few problems that needed to be addressed for registration. I welded up the holes where the blinkers were. And made some bullets to mount blinkers near the headlights. Also added another muffler, and converted to an electric fan. The crank fan was making ~93Db all on its own I've started carpeting it too. Just waiting for the engineer now....
Great build!I love what you did with that car at the start. I would never have thougt of it, very ingenious.
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