JowettTalk

Gentlemen, it is with deep regret that I inform you all that I will not be proceeding with my Javelin project. I have just learned that my Father has been diagnosed with cancer and any thoughts of hobbies, cars etc. has to be put on hold for the foreseeable. That means that JCJ is now back on the ma...

Bear in mind that Roger Clarke ( in a Lotus Cortina if I remember correctly) was following Geoff in the Javelin down a pass in Northern Italy. In the evening he commented how well the Jav went. So 'adequate' as far as Geoff is concerned is that at rallying speeds they still stopped the car repeated...

This thread is an interesting subject indeed. Some find enjoyment in modernising old cars while others prefer originality. Neither is wrong - it's just 'different strokes'. In terms of historic competition there are strict rules regarding originality. Back in the '80s, those of us doing historic sp...

I am sure there would be a way to run a floor change on a Javelin, if required, either through the access hole above the gearbox or by cutting through the plywood floorboard - question is the clearance for the bellhousing probably, but if you found a very squat engine and box it might be possible. ...

I could really do with those inner wheelarch lip measurements if anyone has the time :wink: The Mazda MX5 is looking good but it's 55.5" track, rear axle is 56" but is dead easy to shorten and comes in a convenient subframe. I finally had to part with my faithful old Citroen XM Estate the ...

Thanks, have you any photo's of your standard ten, they are another neglected marque. Regret ALL photos and videos were torched by my last ex !!!!!!!!!!!!! Alfa 2 ltr Twin Cam / 5 speeed, Black leather interior, Black over Burgundy paint with widened stock wheels [ also Burgundy ] with stainless hu...

On your Hotrod Javelin,You mentioned a Volvo diff, the early ones were Dana 27 or Dana 30 some with 10 spline axles others with over 20, I think 23. If you do use an early Volvo can you please check it's similarity to the Javelin, as Javelin is a salisbury3ha or Dana 23. Both the Dana 23 & 27 w...

When I next see my children,(going through very bad divorce) I will ask my son to photoshop the Javelin chrome yellow. Want anything else? Top chop? Sectioned? If you type convertible into the "search" button , top right of this screen, you will find photos of Javelin ragtops,may give you...

David, found the posts - very interesting as I was wondering what 5 spokes would look like ! Now then - if you can "paint" the body Chrome Yellow :wink: More info required please. 8) I have the fr /rr track widths - which I'm assuming is centre to centre on the tyres. What I need is the ov...

Hi I was not trying to give a lesson to anyone, just showing my disagreement with changes in a classic fully away from the original idea, not being a preparation for racing or rally circuit. My current car has no modification, and is one of the most "tuned" Seat Leon FR TDi 150HP, may be ...

Not so much the engine - the PVR V6 engine is very compact - essentially a 24" cube - it's mainly the clearance above the intake - ie is there room for a top mounted eaton Blower TJ - I don't think that you will have a problem an engine of that size will readily slot in - there is a load of sp...

David Kemp wrote:If you look at the posts "my daughters view of a Javelin" or "My Sons view of a Javelin" you will have a Mag wheel picture of a Javelin. I like the % spoke.

David - original computer dummy here - where should I be looking ?

IAN,

THE CAR IS NOT PHYSICALLY BACK WITH ME YET [ ooops caps lock off ]. As soon as I have access I'll be all over the car like a rash !

Chris, just read your build thread. Congratulations on the thoroughness of your work and thanx for sharing the build with excellent photographic records. Already several of my future queries have been answered ! Jaycee Jay has reputedly had body / chassis work completed by the PO - I'll check it out...

TJ - Our national rally is on the 25th / 26th May in Basingstoke - you might find it very useful if you could pay a visit - let me know if you require further details. Chris, many thanx for the invite - of course the Yellow peril won't be there [ 2014 / 15 ? ]. That said, that is the weekend of my ...