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> The Project Anklebiter Build Thread., 8/29 Lid latches and glamor shots...
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post Nov 28 2015, 11:31 AM
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I have been doing a lot of wiring work on the car over the past couple of weeks but there isn't much to see, I have sorted and identified all of the wires that I need to wire my new relay and fuse panel into, and culled any unneeded wires. Now that the wires are under control I will start building the relay/fuse panel soon.
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While I am waiting on clutch components I took the opportunity to clean the transaxle, it will get a fresh coat of Eastwood Alumablast as soon at it is warm enough to spray.
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post Nov 28 2015, 09:57 PM
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Interesting - you are sticking with the 901. With your fab skills and the insane nature of this build, I am just wondering why you wouldn't go to a Subi or Boxster trans?
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post Nov 29 2015, 12:31 AM
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Interesting - you are sticking with the 901. With your fab skills and the insane nature of this build, I am just wondering why you wouldn't go to a Subi or Boxster trans?

STI six speed? Maybe take advantage of all the boosted power?! Oh, and the more robust case would make for a better stressed member platform? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)
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post Nov 29 2015, 12:51 AM
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While entertaining, switching which tranny I use this late in the build would ensure this car never runs again, maybe I upgrade later but I am keeping forward momentum on this project and not looking back. 901 is fine for now, the car only weighs 1500 lbs, it doesn't need a huge tranny.
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post Nov 29 2015, 12:56 AM
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QUOTE(plymouth37 @ Nov 28 2015, 11:51 PM) *

While entertaining, switching which tranny I use this late in the build would ensure this car never runs again, maybe I upgrade later but I am keeping forward momentum on this project and not looking back. 901 is fine for now, the car only weighs 1500 lbs, it doesn't need a huge tranny.

Sounds good to me if it's good for you- I think most of us want to see your end result as much as you do! Well second thought, you probably want it more... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif)
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post Dec 31 2015, 03:50 PM
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So I just finished up the new relay and fuse board wiring diagram. I am using most of the stock wiring harness with a few new additions, and running it with modern fuses, relays and micro switches. All lighting will be LED so amp draw is pretty minimal, next step is to fab up the board and wire it for real! Happy New Year Everybody! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drunk.gif)
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post Dec 31 2015, 04:11 PM
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Same to you Dane!

Here's hoping the storms didn't dampen your spirit too much. Let me know if you need something from my sale cache.

Happy New Year!

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post Jan 30 2016, 12:41 PM
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Now that the wiring has been diagrammed I have started work on the relay and fuse board. I wasn't really happy with the relay blocks that are out there so I decided to make them myself. I 3D printed a couple mockups and after a couple iterations got something that worked pretty well.

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Here are the final pieces fresh off the printer.

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I bought a fuse block, and laser cut a piece of acrylic as a temporary jig to mount everything for wiring.

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I assembled the board and started running primary power, ignition, and ground wires.

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post Jan 30 2016, 04:37 PM
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Why doesn't this standard of innovation surprise me? Superb!

Glad to see you posting Dane. Will The Anklebiter move on it's own power this year?

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post Jan 30 2016, 05:51 PM
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What planet are you from? Seriously, every aspect of this car is just incredible. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
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post Jan 30 2016, 06:08 PM
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Looks great!

Just out or curiosity, why did you go the custom route rather than with a Bussman RFRM/RTMR or Littelfuse HWB combination fuse/relay block?

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post Jan 30 2016, 09:42 PM
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Looks great!

Just out or curiosity, why did you go the custom route rather than with a Bussman RFRM/RTMR or Littelfuse HWB combination fuse/relay block?



I had a specific number of relays and fuses that I needed to house which none of the standard blocks had, and already had a mount installed so the custom route made more sense.
I like to geek out on wiring too and didn't want to miss out on the fun of wiring this!
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post Jan 31 2016, 12:55 AM
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What planet are you from? Seriously, every aspect of this car is just incredible. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)


Nicely said what I was thinking - well, I wasn't thinking this: I was still looking for my lower jaw on the floor. I dropped the jaw in a moment of total awesomeness...

Are you sure you want to remain an architect for the rest of your life? Architect, inventor, engineer... There was this man in Florence/Firenze, Italy when I visited the town last summer. I think his name was Leonardo...

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post Jan 31 2016, 06:39 AM
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Yeah, just build your own fuse box and wire a 914 for the enjoyment!

Friggin awesome. This world is going to need you someday! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif)
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post Feb 3 2016, 09:21 PM
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Well it took couple days but I finished wiring the board!
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I removed the jig in preparation for the final plate.
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I laser cut the final iteration of the base plate out of black acrylic, I countersunk the hardware and mocked everything up, along with a template for the top cover.
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post Feb 4 2016, 03:54 PM
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QUOTE(KELTY360 @ Jan 30 2016, 04:37 PM) *

Why doesn't this standard of innovation surprise me? Superb!

Glad to see you posting Dane. Will The Anklebiter move on it's own power this year?



I sure hope so, I am focusing on finishing critical drivetrain systems now which consist roughly of:

finishing the wiring harness
welding in new fuel tank bungs
painting the tranny
replacing/resurfacing clutch components
throttle/clutch cables
restoring and assembling the suspension
checking and torqueing every nut and bolt on the car
and probably 10 other things I have forgotten

It would be great to at least have it running by end of year, moving might or might not be possible, I will do my best!
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post Feb 6 2016, 10:17 AM
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I drew up the file for the face plate. Since I have access to a Laser cutter I used this file to not only cut out the face plate but to cut out masking tape for back painting as well.
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Here you can see the finished result, by strategically removing layers of the laser cut masking tape you can layer the paint on the back of the clear sheet creating the result below. The faceplate also locks the relay plugs in place. I decided to connect the common power and ground leads to studs rather than hidden hardware so I have a reliable power source to tap into if I need one.
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I used the standard federal automotive icons for continuity but swapped out the normal fan icon for the radiator fans because it looked better.
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Now all I have left is to trim the hardware and mount the board, I will buy mounting hardware today and see how it looks in the car.
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post Feb 6 2016, 10:28 AM
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Just wow.
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post Feb 6 2016, 12:38 PM
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Dane,

Sending you a PM...
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post Mar 14 2016, 09:51 AM
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Dane, I had to laugh....geeking out on wiring....I love it....I have been lazy as heck with other volunteer stuff taking up all my free time...Spring has sprung here in Nova Scotia so I am back at it.

The stock location for the fuse panel is just a pain so I too am going to move mine...congratulations on new family and car too!
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