This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.
Category: Project Cars
Restoring My Tiger Cat E1: A Journey of Perseverance and Community Support
In June 2024, I took on the challenge of restoring my Tiger Cat E1, a project that initially seemed insurmountable. The car was in a deplorable state, with completely non-functional electrics, a dashboard riddled with holes, and instruments that were beyond repair. To make matters worse, the engine cooling system was severely rusted, rendering the…
Time to Focus on the Engine
I’m excited to share the significant progress I’ve made on the engine, a vital part of ensuring my vehicle not only performs well but also meets MOT standards. I started by unbolting the carburettors and exhaust, which allowed me to access the intake and exhaust gaskets. Replacing these gaskets was essential; it helped eliminate any…
Time to Revamp the Brakes on My Kit Car
As I dive deeper into the restoration of my kit car, it’s time to focus on the brakes. Both the front and rear systems need attention, and I’ve already ordered new front discs and pads, which I fitted without any issues. However, things took a turn when I moved to the rear brakes, which use…
Getting Closer to Road Legal: Aesthetic Upgrades for My Kit Car
The journey to make my kit car road legal is progressing well, and I’m excited to share the latest updates! I recently replaced the tail lights, as the previous ones were non-operational, and I also rewired the front lights correctly. We now have dipped, main, and high beams—it’s a great feeling to have functional lights!…
Tackling the Cooling System – A Rusty Adventure
The journey of restoring my kit car continues, and now it’s time to dive into the cooling system. Let me tell you, rust is everywhere, welding parts together like a reluctant marriage! I never imagined how heavy the rubber pipes could be, but with thick rust lining them, they felt like lead weights. And then…
Reviving My Kit Car – A Summer of Fixes and Upgrades
Ah, summer—the season for cruising in my kit car, right? Well, not quite. The last three weeks have been consumed by a major undertaking: cabling documentation and inspection/repair. It’s been a test of patience, but I’m relieved to report that the wiring is finally sound and should keep us trouble-free for quite some time. Now,…
The Surprises Keep Coming: My Tiger Cat E1 Nightmare Begins
Well, I thought I knew what I was getting into when I bought this Tiger Cat E1, but the surprises just kept coming. It turns out, this project is much worse than I expected. Every time I think I’ve uncovered the worst of it, something else rears its ugly head. For starters, the carpets were…
Big News: I’ve Just Bought a Tiger Cat E1 Kit Car!
I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve just bought a Tiger Cat E1 kit car! After a long search, I’ve finally taken the plunge and got my hands on a project car that I’ve been dreaming about for a while. It’s going to need a lot of work, but I’m more than ready for the challenge.…
Search
Categories
- Amateur Radio (2)
- Cars (17)
- Car Shows (2)
- Motorsport (7)
- Project Cars (8)
- Photography (2)
Recent Posts
- The Four Counties Classic Car Meet at The Bletchingley Arms
- British GT and GB3 Championship 2024 Finale at Brands Hatch
- How to Build a Weather Satellite Reception Antenna (137MHz)
- How to build an ADS-B Radar Station
- Ford Power Live Festival at Brands Hatch: A Celebration of All Things Ford
- An Unforgettable Car Meet Experience
- Restoring My Tiger Cat E1: A Journey of Perseverance and Community Support
- Time to Focus on the Engine
- Time to Revamp the Brakes on My Kit Car
- Getting Closer to Road Legal: Aesthetic Upgrades for My Kit Car