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- Formatting Syntax @wiki
- erlined__ and ''monospaced'' texts. Of course you can **__//''combine''//__** all these. DokuWiki su... lined__ and ''monospaced'' texts. Of course you can **__//''combine''//__** all these. You can use <sub>subscript</sub> and <sup>superscript</sup>, too. You can use <sub>subscript</sub> and <sup>superscript</su
- Rust Removal and Preparation
- oking their best. For items such as wishbones you can of course buy new however this method gets expens... type of metal and attachments for a normal drill can be purchased very cheaply. A battery drill on its... uld be very useful at this stage of the build and can be picked up new for quite cheap, these usually c... is made of steel and likely very rusty. While you can use a brass wheel on a drill, this will take a lo
- Supercharging the Exocet
- ing “naturally aspirated” or na. The more air you can blow into your engine (as long as you add more fu... arder your engine will run and the more power you can make – this is a crude explanation, but it will s... ses. If there is any doubt, walk away as rebuilds can get expensive. You don’t need the mini outlet ‘h... ketplace – It’s best to source one locally so you can satisfy yourself you are getting a good’un before
- Brake / Clutch / Fuel Lines
- t. If you wish to remove the ABS system then you can remove all wiring along with the pump. You can then also modify the brake lines to suit. You will also... low. You will not need to modify the ECU etc. and can simply remove the ABS warning bulb from the origi... ce the reason to swap this over. If you like, you can take the complete non-ABS setup including the mas
- IVA Guide
- s (contactable with a 100mm diameter sphere - you can make your own easily with some pvc pipe, pu adhes... ow is an example of nut covers and edge trim. You can use rubber tube such as heater hose or petrol pip... ou do have a number on a retention certificate it can be put on the Exocet when you register it rather ... with the key removed. * CAT required unless you can prove the engine number and V5 are from a pre Aug
- Fuel Tank
- tank. The filler pipe and filler cap from the MX5 can be used. (Be aware of IVA regulations that if the... s this will be tested at the IVA inspection, this can be done either through metal contact but as it's ... maller diameter inlet than the filler neck so you can try and find a fuel safe hose with a 90 degree be... e hose. The metal flange end of the original pipe can also be used as a backing for the neck filler, th
- How to edit or create pages in the wiki
- to register for a user account, without this you can only view content, this is to stop spam. You can see the link below to get this process started. {{ g... how pictures, bold text, make headings etc. These can all be found under the formatting syntax link at ... d**, this is because this page doesn't exist, you can create this page by clicking the link and creatin
- Stripping the donor
- tps://exocet.uk/doku.php/serviceman]] , in it you can find how to remove almost any part of the MX-5 mk... g?300 |}} |} The “skate” that you will have left can be stripped to replace bushes if required, and to... s. More info on removing and replacing the bushes can be seen below. You can stop here and build the kit although most strip the skate down, replace the bu
- Wiring
- ab on them, to bolt to the mev earth points. They can also be attached to rivnuts {{:guide:earthpoints... ===Location for the battery=== A small battery can be placed in the tray or a full size one can be fitted behind the passenger side (helpful if the passe... f you fit the loom and get everything running you can then check as you remove unwanted wires. Watch fo
- Stripping the donor
- .jpg?300 }} The “skate” that you will have left can be stripped to replace bushes if required, and to... ox to allow them through the bulkhead. All cables can now be pulled back from the engine bay and batter... very time you cut a single wire. More information can be found in the [[wiring|wiring]] section {| sty... case in engine bay, see above) If you do then you can leave the pipe open after the check valve (see be
- Engine
- ====== Engine ====== Technically you can leave the engine very close to stock as the Exocet uses all t... requirements. It is worth noting that while you can use your mx5 exhaust, the mid pipe section will b... ay be a shapes that fouls against the tunnel. You can cut and weld the existing midpipe to fit which wo... or if you do not have access to a welder then you can cut any additional length from the mid pipe and j
- NC Mating the Chassis
- 2-05-17-43-41_frame_in_van.jpg?400|}} Although it can be done with a trailer {{:guide:00000874-photo-20... d_trailer.jpg?400|}} ===Mounting the frame=== It can be lifted on by a couple of people but easier if ... ecting frame during the build === Ebay or Amazon can be used to source pool noodles to protect the fra... tect_frame.jpg?400|}} ===Torquing bolts=== This can be used if the service manuals don't give a figur
- Pedals & Steering
- of washers. On the picture above (top right) you can see the drop plate for the column, this can be altered if you would like the wheel higher. ==== Steer... h of the steering rack by hitting the bracket. It can adjust either way. This helps locate the column t... et is light and does not need power steering. You can alternatively strip the rack, this is NOT require
- Wiring
- that they are secured properly ensuring no cables can contact moving or hot parts and that rubber lined... wires are about right including horn and fan and can be kept tidy. If you have a MKI donor then it ha... ors and side lights all in one unit. The battery can be mounted behind the seats and a box made to pro... s |here]] === Stripping the wiring loom === You can save a lot of complexity in the wiring loom and t
- Suspension
- If the ball joint covers are split replacements can be bought on eBay (cheaper) but original ones are... cer on each corner. The lugs should be 31mm but can spring to 32mm when welded. The spacers on my kit... Alignment=== The wheels will need aligning, this can be done at a local tyre centre if they have a Hun... st road rather than the original MX5 setup. This can also be done manually with string. A race car pr
