Tune_R Motorsport customer build. 197 Cup Tricolore Class F Race Car.

[Russ Rallye]

Starting to look like a proper race car.
Got the dash back in which was a total nightmare. Just got some wiring to finish before I can refit some of the panels.

Drivers seat and harness fitted as well + steering wheel boss and quick release hub.

Should have the inside all finished at the weekend then just the brakes/suspension bits to sort.
Russ

 

[sonny172cup]

P was sending me pics today...his all excited like a virgin in a p**n shop.....you have done him good Russ.
So how much quicker per lap do you think this will be compared to his old 172? Hopefully the confidence in a well put together car will give him that edge.

 

[massivewangers]

Seat is a bit loud for my taste but looks great otherwise. Will be very interesting to see how this goes compared to the 1*2s.

 

[Russ Rallye]

I'll tell you after I've driven it at Oulton park, should give me a good idea back to back with my 172.
Russ

P was sending me pics today...his all excited like a virgin in a p**n shop.....you have done him good Russ.
So how much quicker per lap do you think this will be compared to his old 172? Hopefully the confidence in a well put together car will give him that edge.

 

[Tony Hunter]

I actually like that seat, nice job Russ.

 

[paulrs4]

I actually like that seat, nice job Russ.

That's lucky as I have got two of them!

 

[paulrs4]

Looks really good Russ, I think I need more orange

 

[Russ Rallye]

Got the extinguisher system fitted, plumbed and wired.

Meant I could refit the dash facia with all the wiring done.

Still have the power side of the battery isolator to do under the bonnet and the battery to mount.
Was waiting on some bolts for the steering wheel so i could fit the quick release boss.
Russ

 

[sonny172cup]

looks the nuts mate, love the fascia install

 

[Samben]

Looks great mate! Will keep an eye on how this develops, it's currently at the same stage as mine, what engine mods are permitted in class F?

 

[Russ Rallye]

None really, exhaust free from manifold back and air filter.
Russ

Looks great mate! Will keep an eye on how this develops, it's currently at the same stage as mine, what engine mods are permitted in class F?

 

[Russ Rallye]

In the workshop until midnight last night and got a fair bit done.

Springs, shocks and top mounts changed all round, rear beam bushes changed. Front discs and pads changed, braided hoses all round + new fluid and bled.

Got the front end bushes to do today along with the engine mount bushes. Started the upper torque link last night but I was tired so will finish off this morning.

Once that's all done just the new battery to mount, aero catches to do and spoiler to fit and ready for Oulton next Saturday.
Russ

 

[paulrs4]

In the workshop until midnight last night and got a fair bit done.
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Springs, shocks and top mounts changed all round, rear beam bushes changed. Front discs and pads changed, braided hoses all round + new fluid and bled.
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Got the front end bushes to do today along with the engine mount bushes. Started the upper torque link last night but I was tired so will finish off this morning.
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Once that's all done just the new battery to mount, aero catches to do and spoiler to fit and ready for Oulton next Saturday.
Russ

Good work there matey, see you at Oulton.

 

[Russ Rallye]

Got all the jobs finished at the Workshop Last weekend. Fully polybushed inc engine mounts, new brakes and suspension and spanner checked everything.

Also got the tow straps fitted front and rear and the aerocatches done

Still had to mount the battery and cut off bits under the bonnet. Bit of a pain but made up a plate to mount it all on above the gearbox mount.

Fitted the filter

Had a few late nights this week to get it all finished so haven't got a lot of pics.
Both seats fitted

 

[Russ Rallye]

Spoiler painted and fitted.

Out in the open

One for the detailers! Iron-X on the whole car to remove various debris from all the cage fitting etc. good stuff I must say.

Graphics fitted

Took it for a decent road test and I was really suprised as its really stiff and feels like a proper race car even though it's 'only' production spec. It's mega loud, induction wise, but sounds awesome. All ready for its first outing at Oulton park.

Done its self proud today. No hiccups or misbehaviour and the customer was made up with it so I'm happy. Just got to sort at least one of my own 3 race cars out now!
Russ

 

[bob the builder]

good to see you again chap. was a good day and that car looks awsome.

 

[sonny172cup]

As said earlier mate, looks great...almost a shame to race it!

 

[paulrs4]

Russ has done a cracking job on the car, it is everything I wanted to achieve and more, if you are in the market for a race car build, then you can't get a better job than use Russ!

 

[harry289]

I love race car projects. Built with a proper purpose! You have done a fantastic job for him

 

[Russ Rallye]

Cheers chaps, really pleased with how it turned out. Fingers crossed for a reliable season. First race Easter Sunday.
Russ

 

[massivewangers]

It will be at Snet Russ? Is the racing Sunday and Monday? I was thinking of popping up for a watch.

 

[Russ Rallye]

It will be at Snet Russ? Is the racing Sunday and Monday? I was thinking of popping up for a watch.

Yes mate he's racing at snet, I'll be there too but I'm not racing. Not sure what's going on with the days, I've lost track!
Russ

 

[massivewangers]

Yeah it doesn't seem that easy to find a proper timetable anywhere!

 

[sonny172cup]

Yes the Tricolore Trophy race will be on the Sunday combined grid with the Nipons.
Are you doing race support for Paul Russ?

 

[JP83]

Yeah it doesn't seem that easy to find a proper timetable anywhere!

The one on the track attack website is correct I assume?

 

[Tony Hunter]

Its on Sunday.

 

[massivewangers]

Thanks chaps. Doesn't look to be a very big field but will try and pop along!

 

[Tony Hunter]

That's why we mixed it up with the Nippon's
Be good to see you there.

 

[sonny172cup]

Thanks chaps. Doesn't look to be a very big field but will try and pop along!

29 on the grid in total....not too shabby

 

[Russ Rallye]

Well I didn't make it to Snetterton as mentioned in my other thread, gutted as I really wanted to see Paul's first race in his new car.
Was glued to the TSL timing and it didn't disappoint. Horrendous wet race conditions meant accidents galore and a safety car for 2 laps. Paul brought the 197 home 4th overall (!) behind 3 class A cars and in front of plenty others, so class win as well, not bad for a production spec car first time out.

2nd race wasn't quite as successful, Paul nearly taken out by a 306 rejoining the track at the start. A miss calculation of fuel needed meant he didn't finish either but overall a good weekend with the car showing promise.
As expected it isn't quite as quick in a straight line as a 172/182 but there's not much in it, certainly better through the corners and on the brakes and it's far more stable in the wet too.
Well done Paul, catch up with you at Silverstone hopefully.
Russ