Watching you maneuver yourself under the dash..epic! Looks like me trying to do the same stuff on my Pantera! And at 71 years old.. glad to see that I’m not the only one! My wife thinks I’m out of my mind!
This episode and you crawling under the dash was absolute gold. The music she was singing about getting high and you in the spacesuit had me laughing hard! I am planning to get one of these soon but am currently working on a '65 Ford F100 and have been crawling under the truck for months so felt that under dash work in my bones!
HaHa, yep under that dash is not ideal for a 57 year old. Always liked the Ford trucks from the 60s. Enjoy your build and if you opt to build an Ultima you will not regret it - an amazing experience
Nigel your enthusiasm shines through, car is looking fabulous, great choices of colour / carbon. Felt for you trying to get up from working under the dash!
Thanks Garry, I'm like an animal in my natural habitat :-). Can't help myself with enthusiasm. As for working under that dash - my age is showing :-). Cheers Nigel and Martine
Good morning and it's my pleasure. I absolutely love building the RS and sharing the process is just as rewarding. Lot's more content to come. I have another all day pass tomorrow :-)
Hi Nigel. Thanks again for showing us all what's behind the bodywork. The wing in particular and the placement of the pylons is very well thought out. I saw the V8 in the background on one of your shots. I know it's coming. I'm looking forward to your next chapter.
Good morning and thank you for your comment. The design of the RS is inspiring and I enjoy sharing certain aspects of how this brand has continued to invest in research and development. As regards the V8, the time is coming when she will be dropped in the RS. An extremely simple process in fact, but what an episode will that be. Cheers Nigel and Rufus
I could feel the discomfort for the under the dash work, but still very rewarding to see the parts fitted. Pip pin looks to be a great idea and the wing looks simply stunning. Have a great weekend Nigel
Thanks Ian, I must say it was funny filming under the dash. Took a while to set the camera up but worth it since I wanted to share how cramped it is under there :-). You have a great weekend also and thanks for tuning in. Cheers Nigel
Spent many hours in that under dash position. Nodded off a few times too! This is such a special build, hopefully we might get to see it at Malvern kit car show next year or elsewhere.
Looks brilliant! I'm curious why your uprights are solid while the picture on your wall shows uprights with the triangles fully cut out - is that an option or something?
Good morning LordBarBox (great name by the way), and clearly you are very observant 😊. You are 100% correct, the design of the rear pylons have evolved since the first RS rolled out of the factory. The image you see on the Dean Den wall is chassis number 1 and since that time Ultima’s approach of continual research and development has seen a handful of RS components evolve. The rear pylons are one such example, with the solid design offering improved strength to support that huge rear wing. Thanks for tuning in. Nigel and Rufus
Hi Nigel Another great episode you never disappoint always fun to watch. That rear wing is absolutely beautiful the carbon I love it. How is the leg room in the RS? Is there enough legroom for someone like me that's 6ft 2.803 in (190cm) tall? Have a great one.
You are about the same height as me and I fit in very comfortably. Compared to GT40 replicas the ULTIMA is sooooo roomy. Enough head room with a roll bar for me wear a helmet.
We put the man on the moon so anything is possible, but as in previous comments using power plants not supported by Ultima is extremely challenging since they impact so many systems. Weight is not really the issue, it's producing bespoke components for the power unit such as exhaust, chassis mounts, engine loom, ECU, suspension set-up, drive shafts, transaxle mating, cooling system, lubrication system, fueling... you get the idea :-)
rue, and also I saw there are 2JZ builds out there and ultima didn't recommend on their website, but the torque is no where near as good as the LT5 so its bummer:(
Auto rear wings are actually upside down compared airplane wings. The air travels faster over the top of them creating high pressure causing downforce.
Hi, in fact I drilled both holes just forgot to press record! Happens sometimes :-). As you say lining the holes up is key but providing you take your time it’s fairly easy
OEM manufacturers have clear strategies when designing and launching power plants. I'm sure in the future the V8 will become available but it is not a factory supported component. Supporting different engines is extremely challenging since it impacts a vast number of components. That is why you see low volume car manufacturers, such as Ultima, restrict the power plants they support. Cheers Nigel
Hi Matt, the engineering in the RS is extremely well-considered and being an engineer I can see the challenges with designing and producing a 200mph+ car. I just wanted to share some of this effort so viewers could understand this is no normal component car. Thanks for tuning in. Cheers Nigel
Thank you for the many sq miles of wing Carbon Fibre porn! A stupid question, no doubt.... but why install rear clam shell and wing before engine & trans installation as they will again have to come off..??🤔
Good question, but this follows the build manual and demonstrates the car can be basically completed prior to fitting engine and transaxle. Many international builders will purchase the kit in this way since they they will source the engine and transaxle locally to save shipping costs. Also I have been looking at that big box for too long and just wanted to fit it :-)
@@johncherian3942 to be honest removing the rear clam takes seconds. Two bolts, two clips on the rams, and 3 electrical connections. With my old GTR I used to remove the rear clam shell every time I cleaned the car. Also the car looks soooooo mean. So in fact I would commend the factory for making it so easy to remove.
Hi John, I aways use Autoglym products and instant tyre dressing is what I use for tyres. The secret is to apply and wipe it off before it naturally dries. This gives a satin finish rather than high gloss. Cheers Nigel
Watching you maneuver yourself under the dash..epic!
Looks like me trying to do the same stuff on my Pantera! And at 71 years old.. glad to see that I’m not the only one! My wife thinks I’m out of my mind!
@@Pantera-if3fy haha, I find getting out worse than getting in :-)
This episode and you crawling under the dash was absolute gold. The music she was singing about getting high and you in the spacesuit had me laughing hard! I am planning to get one of these soon but am currently working on a '65 Ford F100 and have been crawling under the truck for months so felt that under dash work in my bones!
HaHa, yep under that dash is not ideal for a 57 year old. Always liked the Ford trucks from the 60s. Enjoy your build and if you opt to build an Ultima you will not regret it - an amazing experience
Nigel your enthusiasm shines through, car is looking fabulous, great choices of colour / carbon. Felt for you trying to get up from working under the dash!
Thanks Garry, I'm like an animal in my natural habitat :-). Can't help myself with enthusiasm. As for working under that dash - my age is showing :-). Cheers Nigel and Martine
I absolutely love each and every episode. Thank you so much.
Good morning and it's my pleasure. I absolutely love building the RS and sharing the process is just as rewarding. Lot's more content to come. I have another all day pass tomorrow :-)
Hi Nigel. Thanks again for showing us all what's behind the bodywork. The wing in particular and the placement of the pylons is very well thought out. I saw the V8 in the background on one of your shots. I know it's coming. I'm looking forward to your next chapter.
Good morning and thank you for your comment. The design of the RS is inspiring and I enjoy sharing certain aspects of how this brand has continued to invest in research and development. As regards the V8, the time is coming when she will be dropped in the RS. An extremely simple process in fact, but what an episode will that be. Cheers Nigel and Rufus
Really like your attention to detail of your build
Appreciate the comment. I guess that is why my pseudonym is Detail Dean :-)
I could feel the discomfort for the under the dash work, but still very rewarding to see the parts fitted. Pip pin looks to be a great idea and the wing looks simply stunning.
Have a great weekend Nigel
Thanks Ian, I must say it was funny filming under the dash. Took a while to set the camera up but worth it since I wanted to share how cramped it is under there :-). You have a great weekend also and thanks for tuning in. Cheers Nigel
Spent many hours in that under dash position. Nodded off a few times too! This is such a special build, hopefully we might get to see it at Malvern kit car show next year or elsewhere.
Yes once installed it’s OK. It’s just getting in and out. Could well be at Malvern with the beast
Also the C8 ZR1 is coming out, so by then it would be wise to buy one of those engine and use it on the Ultima
My previous response also applies :-). Appreciate the multiple comments and tuning in. Cheers Nigel and Rufus
@42:58 "Oh yeah..... that is BACON !!!!!!" -Rufus
HaHa, I have decided to give Rufus more air time in the next episode after his hols. Cheers Nigel
Looks brilliant! I'm curious why your uprights are solid while the picture on your wall shows uprights with the triangles fully cut out - is that an option or something?
Good morning LordBarBox (great name by the way), and clearly you are very observant 😊. You are 100% correct, the design of the rear pylons have evolved since the first RS rolled out of the factory. The image you see on the Dean Den wall is chassis number 1 and since that time Ultima’s approach of continual research and development has seen a handful of RS components evolve. The rear pylons are one such example, with the solid design offering improved strength to support that huge rear wing. Thanks for tuning in. Nigel and Rufus
No DRS option for that giant rear wing? :) Looks amazing!
HaHa, now that would be cool :-) Appreciate the comment
Hi Nigel
Another great episode you never disappoint always fun to watch.
That rear wing is absolutely beautiful the carbon I love it.
How is the leg room in the RS?
Is there enough legroom for someone like me that's 6ft 2.803 in (190cm) tall?
Have a great one.
You are about the same height as me and I fit in very comfortably. Compared to GT40 replicas the ULTIMA is sooooo roomy. Enough head room with a roll bar for me wear a helmet.
It would be really interesting if it's possible to install a Hellephant block without suffering any weight distribution issue,
We put the man on the moon so anything is possible, but as in previous comments using power plants not supported by Ultima is extremely challenging since they impact so many systems. Weight is not really the issue, it's producing bespoke components for the power unit such as exhaust, chassis mounts, engine loom, ECU, suspension set-up, drive shafts, transaxle mating, cooling system, lubrication system, fueling... you get the idea :-)
rue, and also I saw there are 2JZ builds out there and ultima didn't recommend on their website, but the torque is no where near as good as the LT5 so its bummer:(
Auto rear wings are actually upside down compared airplane wings. The air travels faster over the top of them creating high pressure causing downforce.
Spot on :-)
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Thanks for the heart :-)
You didn’t show the hole being drilled in the rear clamshell for the T-pin. Was that pre-drilled at the factory? Lining that up must be key.
Hi, in fact I drilled both holes just forgot to press record! Happens sometimes :-). As you say lining the holes up is key but providing you take your time it’s fairly easy
The C8 Z06 has been out for a while and GM still won’t sell us that engine.
OEM manufacturers have clear strategies when designing and launching power plants. I'm sure in the future the V8 will become available but it is not a factory supported component. Supporting different engines is extremely challenging since it impacts a vast number of components. That is why you see low volume car manufacturers, such as Ultima, restrict the power plants they support. Cheers Nigel
Clever now the rear wing downforce pushes straight to the chassis and not on the rear clam. So much safer than the GTR
Hi Matt, the engineering in the RS is extremely well-considered and being an engineer I can see the challenges with designing and producing a 200mph+ car. I just wanted to share some of this effort so viewers could understand this is no normal component car. Thanks for tuning in. Cheers Nigel
Thank you for the many sq miles of wing Carbon Fibre porn!
A stupid question, no doubt.... but why install rear clam shell and wing before engine & trans installation as they will again have to come off..??🤔
Good question, but this follows the build manual and demonstrates the car can be basically completed prior to fitting engine and transaxle. Many international builders will purchase the kit in this way since they they will source the engine and transaxle locally to save shipping costs. Also I have been looking at that big box for too long and just wanted to fit it :-)
@v8creative, maybe a recommendation as an improvement idea to the factory?
@@johncherian3942 to be honest removing the rear clam takes seconds. Two bolts, two clips on the rams, and 3 electrical connections. With my old GTR I used to remove the rear clam shell every time I cleaned the car. Also the car looks soooooo mean. So in fact I would commend the factory for making it so easy to remove.
Great job as always : that shot of it in the open air looks amazing !!!!!
I like the satin glow from your tyres, any product you'd recommend?
Hi John, I aways use Autoglym products and instant tyre dressing is what I use for tyres. The secret is to apply and wipe it off before it naturally dries. This gives a satin finish rather than high gloss. Cheers Nigel