coozer
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| posted on 16/8/07 at 09:05 PM |
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Rear Arches
Well, got round to putting the rear arches on tonight... looks like I've got them on the wrong way round
The sharp angle at the bottom of the arch is at the rear and not to the front as can be seen on most peoples cars.
Does this matter, or should I swap them over trying not to make a horlicks of all the 6mm holes I've drilled.
Boo hoo hoo
Steve
1972 V8 Jago
1980 Z750
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TimC
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| posted on 16/8/07 at 09:16 PM |
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Not exactly our finest hour today eh?
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Dillinger1977
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| posted on 16/8/07 at 09:20 PM |
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oops! 
I guess its up to you really. If you think they look okay as they are than i'd be tempted to leave it as is.
personally, I think i'd swap them round! (if only so that the stone chip protectors fit without any faffing!)
-Rog
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coozer
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| posted on 16/8/07 at 09:23 PM |
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Hmm, with you on that oe Tim! But, it's my own fault, I only checked to see if they were front or back and only took the bubble wrap off one.
I'll swap it round. I've only got the offside one on at the moment so shouldn't be too much clart on
I'm considering some carbon fibre protectors so I'll be better off with them on the right way.
Sick
1972 V8 Jago
1980 Z750
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Avoneer
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| posted on 16/8/07 at 10:49 PM |
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How many holes have you drilled?
I only did 4 and lots of silicone and they're more solid than the fixed ones that were on my Avon.
Pat...
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chockymonster
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| posted on 16/8/07 at 11:34 PM |
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Hey,
count yourself lucky you realised that after fitting one!
I fitted both of them before I realised 
I wondered if I should keep them that way round but I knew as soon as I posted pics of the car finished some bright spark would pipe up with
"Your arches are on the wrong way round"
PLEASE NOTE - Responses on Forum Threads may contain Sarcasm and may not be suitable for the hard of Thinking.
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Dillinger1977
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| posted on 17/8/07 at 06:17 AM |
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bizarrely, my dad is almost positive that my front arches should be the other way around.
ive got the sharp edge to the front as i've seen lots of other MNR's do, but he thinks it should be on the rear side, so the front and
rear sharp edges face each other.
He doesnt like it the way it currently is..
So, its each persons preference I guess. 
-Rog
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coozer
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| posted on 17/8/07 at 11:10 AM |
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Loads of holes 12 holes but some come against the chassis tubes so around 9.
No problem, I will take it off then off the correct one and drill a couple of holes to bolt it on and try and drill them from inside the car.
Then the one I have off already has the holes and shouldnt be too much hassle.
Im just looking at other peoples to see how the lights will look and think having the more square angle will look better.
Cheers guys,
Steve
1972 V8 Jago
1980 Z750
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speedyxjs
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| posted on 17/8/07 at 11:50 AM |
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have you gt any pics?
If they look ok i would be tempted to say leave it and stand out from the crowd.
So long as it will pass SVA its up to you 
How long can i resist the temptation to drop a V8 in?
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caber
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| posted on 17/8/07 at 01:25 PM |
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Put some rubber mud flaps on the back to square the edge it will look OK. You may need to cut custom chip shields as the standard won't look
quite right.
My wings are non symetrical there is a higher cut away on the drivers side conveniently that matches the exhaust but my chip shileds wont work. anyone
want a pair of stainless sheilds for 10" wings?
Caber
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coozer
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| posted on 17/8/07 at 07:36 PM |
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There's acouple pictures on my Blog. Please have a butchers and give me the verdict...
Cheers,
Steve
1972 V8 Jago
1980 Z750
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amalyos
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| posted on 17/8/07 at 07:40 PM |
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I've just had a look, I think if it was me I'd swap them round, I think it notices more because the arches are Black.
Sorry
Steve
http://stevembuild.blogspot.com
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JoaoCaldeira
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| posted on 17/8/07 at 11:37 PM |
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Hi.
If you like it as they are now, then keep it!
Personally I prefer this look
It's down to your taste, but it seems that the tire will be a bit exposed...
Joao
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smart51
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| posted on 18/8/07 at 08:31 AM |
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I'd swap them myself. It looks wrong at first glance and after a while I think you might hate it.
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Dillinger1977
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| posted on 18/8/07 at 09:22 AM |
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on the fence a little.
One of those things that you could probably live with but would always niggle you.
-Rog
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coozer
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| posted on 18/8/07 at 10:03 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by Dillinger1977
on the fence a little.
One of those things that you could probably live with but would always niggle you.
Couldn't have put it much better myself, exactly how I'm thinking now.
So, its coming off to go on th other side. Swayed by the excellent view of the Joao's back end
Thanks for the input chaps, its what this place is all about.
Steve
1972 V8 Jago
1980 Z750
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JoaoCaldeira
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| posted on 18/8/07 at 01:36 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by coozer
Swayed by the excellent view of the Joao's back end
Steve
Thanks for the compliment.... but should I be worried?!
Cheers,
Joao
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coozer
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| posted on 18/8/07 at 05:29 PM |
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Thanks for the compliment.... but should I be worried?!
Worried? not in Portugal! You only need to worry about anything if your here in England (The weather mainly)
Joao, I think your layout at the rear looks superb, everything in line and pleasing on the eye.
I've swapped the arch and it makes me feel all warm and loverly
I've updated my blog with a couple of pictures.
Steve
1972 V8 Jago
1980 Z750
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JoaoCaldeira
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| posted on 19/8/07 at 09:38 AM |
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quote:
Originally posted by coozer
I've updated my blog with a couple of pictures.
Steve
Hi.
They are not showing correctly
Joao
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neilj37
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| posted on 19/8/07 at 10:23 AM |
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I will be on holiday in Albefuria, Portugal in 2 weeks travelling up and down the coast kite surfing, so I'll have to keep an eye out for your
car
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coozer
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| posted on 19/8/07 at 12:32 PM |
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Blog acting a bit strange.. I've put some more up there that seem to be OK.
1972 V8 Jago
1980 Z750
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JoaoCaldeira
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| posted on 23/8/07 at 02:17 PM |
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Hi.
I'll be a bit north by then (around Lisbon)
If - for some misfortune - you need any help, don't hesitate and contact me - (+351) 913763333.
The best of luck for your holidays (as it's quite windy but a bit cold then usual)
Joao
quote:
Originally posted by neilj37
I will be on holiday in Albefuria, Portugal in 2 weeks travelling up and down the coast kite surfing, so I'll have to keep an eye out for your
car
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