https://exocet.uk/ 2026-06-30T01:13:53+00:00 https://exocet.uk/ https://exocet.uk/lib/exe/fetch.php/wiki:dokuwiki.svg text/html 2026-01-04T20:07:09+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/build_overview?rev=1767557229&do=diff Build Overview The launch of Exocet in 2010 created a storm in the kit car industry. Heralded as the new Lotus 7 with its true British sports car layout of front engine rear wheel drive and offering excellent value for money. One firm we can thank for keeping build costs low and less complex than anything else on the market place is Mazda who took our best of British sports cars and made them better and cheaper, now we take what they created and make it even better and cost even less! Over 1000… text/html 2021-12-03T16:30:33+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/mating_the_chassis?rev=1638549033&do=diff Mating the chassis Before you proceed you might want to refresh the “skate” including the engine, clutch, bushes etc. You can read more about them from the main sections Now you can lower the chassis on to the rolling PPF (power plant frame) and bolt it up. Use washers between the sub frame and chassis on the rear 4 bolts. text/html 2026-01-04T20:06:36+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/ncmenu?rev=1767557196&do=diff MK3 Build Section More sections are to be added soon from the build guide. For now, this can be accessed from the website links. There is Mk3 builders WhatsApp group, to gain access tag Keith Traynor in the Facebook Group MEV Exocet Owners Group UK and then he will arrange for access. This group isn't open just to stop advertisers etc. It's very friendly and super helpful text/html 2021-06-10T07:47:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/floors_sides?rev=1623311264&do=diff Floors & Sides Currently supplied kits already have the floor cut or welded in if chosen, you can skip the first two steps if you don't need to cut your floor from sheet aluminium. Cut the alloy floor as shown in the picture, you lay the chassis on the alloy, mark around it with a felt pen and then cut with a jig saw with a fine blade. text/html 2026-01-04T20:05:03+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/nanbmenu?rev=1767557103&do=diff MK1 / MK2 / MK2.5 Build Section **Stripping the donor** Start stripping that rusty MX-5 donor. **Floors & Sides** Method of installing the floor and chassis side panels. **Brake, Clutch & Fuel Lines** Routing of the main lines on the chassis. **Mating the chassis** Lowering of the chassis over the skate. **Pedals & Steering** Mounting the pedal box and steering rack. text/html 2024-05-28T13:27:11+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/supercharger?rev=1716902831&do=diff Supercharging the Exocet Firstly, you'll need to understand the principals of supercharging, and then (hopefully) it all makes sense which makes it easier to build – if you already know, then skip this bit! Supercharging, like turbo charging is a method of achieving forced induction, which is essentially blowing air into your inlet manifold (this is why superchargers are often called “blowers”) instead of letting the pistons suck air into the inlet manifold – this is referred to as being “na… text/html 2023-11-11T11:18:31+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/iva_guide?rev=1699701511&do=diff IVA Guide Here is an Helpful hints on how to pass the IVA You are required to ensure that there are no edges (contactable with a 100mm diameter sphere - you can make your own easily with some pvc pipe, pu adhesive and a metal semi-sphere from a craft shop / ebay) that are less than 2.5mm in radius. This includes edges of wishbones and any accessible nuts and bolts. Below is an example of nut covers and edge trim. You can use rubber tube such as heater hose or petrol pipe to cover nuts. There i… text/html 2025-01-21T17:40:46+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/lighting_instruments?rev=1737481246&do=diff Lighting & Instruments Lighting positions are very important. The light emitting surfaces of the headlights have to be a minimum of 500mm from the ground. All lights except fog and reverse need to be within 400mm of the edge of the wings. Rear lights need to be a minimum of 350mm from the ground. The fog light needs to be on the offside or centre line, and the reverse light on the nearside, or centre line and they have to be a minimum of 250mm from the ground. The fog light must be e marked and… text/html 2023-11-22T17:26:52+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/ncmating_the_chassis?rev=1700674012&do=diff NC Mating the Chassis Getting the kit home A long wheel base van is recommended Although it can be done with a trailer Mounting the frame It can be lifted on by a couple of people but easier if you have an engine crane, try and get the frame balanced evenly from the crane text/html 2021-03-01T11:25:18+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/radiator?rev=1614597918&do=diff Radiator The radiator is mounted on the front of the chassis. Aluminium brackets can be made by the builder for this purpose or purchased with the kit for the MK1 radiator. {| style=“margin: auto;” The brackets need fixing to the frame and it's recommended to fit these as low as possible when using the G-type chassis, this helps bonnet clearance. It is also possible to install an aftermarket thicker alloy radiator designed for the Mk1. You may need some washers or spacers when adjusting t… text/html 2026-01-04T19:35:31+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/start?rev=1767555331&do=diff MEV Exocet Build Guide Welcome to the community driven Exocet build guide. This is a combination of the original UK build guide and contributions from builders. As it's a wiki people are free to add information and correct any errors as needed, all you need to do is register for a free account. Everything here is exactly what it's called, a guide, each build is different and there are many variations of donor vehicles. Nobody is responsible for your build and safety other than you. This is not … text/html 2024-08-23T20:27:20+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/suspension?rev=1724444840&do=diff Suspension When fitting the front shock absorbers it is necessary to cut out the centre bridge of the top wishbones to gain clearance. This depends on the diameter of your chosen shock body. Banana shaped 6mm thick plates are provided to bolt to the wishbones in order to return the level of stiffness they had before you cut out the bridge. 2 bolts are required 8mm each side, flip them over if they do not clear your shocks. text/html 2024-02-05T14:47:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/bodywork_mirrors?rev=1707144464&do=diff Bodywork & Mirrors Bonnet lock down There are various fittings on the market from bonnet pins to flush catches and Dzuz type fasteners. Fitting fasteners to the top of the bonnet with the locating pins attached to the chassis is a popular option. text/html 2023-11-22T09:09:21+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/ncbrake_clutch_fuel_lines?rev=1700644161&do=diff Brake Clutch Fuel Lines Mounting ABS Unit Running Fuel/Brake Lines Along Beam Do you run the lines along the skate before putting the chassis? The choice is yours, probably easier to do before dropping chassis on but if you do it after you know you can get to them and remove them. text/html 2023-11-22T16:19:07+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/ncstripping_the_donor?rev=1700669947&do=diff Stripping the donor We assume that you will take all precautions and use proper personal protective equipment, ensuring you and anyone present is not in any danger. Obvious dangers include parts snapping, flying objects, heavy weights, sharp edges, fuel and electrics, The suspension springs on MX5’s are highly preloaded, removing them with the body in place holding them down is the way to go in the absence of spring compress tools. text/html 2021-03-09T13:51:10+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/stripping_the_donor?rev=1615297870&do=diff Stripping the donor We assume that you will take all precautions and use proper personal protective equipment, ensuring you and anyone present is not in any danger. Obvious dangers include parts snapping, flying objects, heavy weights, sharp edges, fuel and electrics, The suspension springs on MX5’s are highly preloaded, removing them with the body in place holding them down is the way to go in the absence of spring compress tools. text/html 2024-02-05T14:42:49+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/fuel_tank?rev=1707144169&do=diff Fuel Tank If you are looking for more information about running the fuel lines see Brake / Clutch / Fuel Lines The MX5 fuel tank fits under the rear cover. Brackets are welded to the chassis and holes need to be drilled in these to mount the tank. The filler pipe and filler cap from the MX5 can be used. (Be aware of IVA regulations that if the fuel cap is not lockable it must be tethered, if it is lockable it must not be possible to remove the key from the filler cap until it is locked back in… text/html 2024-02-05T14:44:59+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://exocet.uk/doku.php/seats_harnesses?rev=1707144299&do=diff Seats & Harnesses Seats The following seats are known to fit for the Exocet: * MEV supplied GRP * Sparco Sprints * Motordrive (please double-check sizes) * Cobra Monaco Pro * OMP TRS - Builder used solid mounts so please check if you use stock runners