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Post by Ladaniva on May 24, 2011 20:53:59 GMT 2
Hi Charles,
My question was:
I assume you are knowledgeable about vehicle wiring and electronics and which auto electrical replacement parts may work on a Lada Niva, correct?
I am trying to establish if you were trained (have a qualification) in electronics or a sound knowledge of electronic and electrical principles. Example; do you use Ohms law when you calculate wire size for a specific amperage and distance or look under the hood of another vehicle or just ask your friend the auto electrician?
A typical thing I would like to know is which fuses (maybe off the rack unit in SA) I can install in another location in the Lada (under hood), the type of fuses that you can reset, because I am changing a large part of the wiring and will also add things like electronic ignition, an ECU that get input from water temp, rpm, lamda censor etc, fit a supercharger with electric clutch and possibly an electric water pump etc. I think you may agree that it may be a better idea to ask a knowledgeable and experienced person with knowledge of a real Lada for advice and help and possible supply and part-assembly, than your run of the mill auto electrician or bloudraad-en-tang mechanic.
I know a few people in my part of the concrete jungle that are quite capable of helping me, but prefer to support the Lada crowd, if sensible to do so (and hopefully also make it easier for the next new-technology Lada modifiers - the Lada lends it very well to new-technology modification/improvements if done properly).
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Fanus
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Post by Charles on May 24, 2011 21:28:08 GMT 2
Hi Fanus
With experience I have learnt what size wire can carry what load. I always use wire thicker than needed. Just to be on the safe side. If I am unsure I ask a autolec.
With regard to the resetable fuses I know the guys in racing circles use small circuit breakers insted of fuses. It will trip if the load is too bigN but you then do not have to replace something. I will do some research on this regard.
Wireing is actually very easy. If I have to do something unknown I just search on google to learn a bit more. For all sensors and such 1.5mm will be thick enough. For things that use more power I would use 2.5-4mm. Also always use good qualityy relays for the things that pull a big load.
You can email me and tell me exactly what you want to do and I will help as much as I can. Running manegement systems is so easy as the systems comes with looms and good instructions.
I hope I could be of help.
Regards
Charles
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Post by Charles on May 24, 2011 21:32:46 GMT 2
I am busy getting my qualificatin as motor tech. Busy with my final level but have had some good experience with wiring.
I am very curious with what you want to do.
Charles
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Post by vincentc on May 25, 2011 23:14:28 GMT 2
Hi fanus It really is a nice sentiment that you want to keep it in the family. Post your questions in a specific thread and it might be a plan to start.a new one like Douw's toyota or Danies Fiat engine transplant. Members who are able to assist can then be in touch in response to the posts
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Post by vincentc on May 25, 2011 23:23:32 GMT 2
Hi fanus Just a. Question or two about your changes Is the idea to have a Lada you can drive every day and then blitz just about anything robot to robot?
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Post by Ladaniva on May 26, 2011 20:05:53 GMT 2
Hi Vincentc, No, the plan is not at all to change my Lada into a robot to robot racer. Like Danie I will simply use a motorcycle if I feel like going real fast. I am very happy with my Lada in general, but need extra horses to turn an aircon, power steering and bigger alternator and also to carry more weight. I also need more torque for that last meter before going over an obstacle . Only then come the pleasure of having a little more poke and something in reserve . A Lada is simply not suitable for tar road racing and it will be a total waste of money. My Lada will always be used to visit remote places and for family recreation in general, from there the obsession with reliability and just using the best parts and equipment (without being ripped off). I will not even use it as a runabout, for that I use my Chevy Spark. Horses for courses. Fanus
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Post by hotstuff on May 26, 2011 20:12:55 GMT 2
Hi Fanus why don't you fit an upgraded cam for more power off road.
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Post by Ladaniva on May 26, 2011 20:37:01 GMT 2
Hi Charles,
I am just trying to establish your level of knowledge, skill and experience, so that when I start the installation of everything I may approach you for quality electric and or electronic equipment, readily available, that will reliably do what is required. Also if wiring is required that you may make this up and send to me, because you own a Lada and should know/see that it will fit. In the process you will learn and be able to help other Lada owners (there is no substitute for experience). This should also have the benifit that we may have reputable repairers and suppliers for Ladas the next few years.
The long and the short is that if you modify a vehicle of which the original design is already stretched, you must do everything possible to ensure that what you put into the vehicle is of the best quality and available afterwards for maintenance and repair, if required.
See my reply yesterday to the earlier thread of Danie about the fitment of a supercharger by a "pro" in Durban. I do not need pro's like that in my life (if you know what I have already done with my Lada and the places I visited with it you will appreciate my concerns about modifying my Lada).
I hope the above make it clear why I asked my earlier question(s).
Your interest in Ladas and willingness to help is much appreciated.
Fanus
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Post by vincentc on May 26, 2011 21:01:28 GMT 2
Your straight forwardness is great. Perhaps the forum should consider a closed thread with a skills / product register for the members to try and keep it in the family - Delmas style
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Post by Ladaniva on May 26, 2011 21:16:33 GMT 2
Hi Mike,
A cam will just not be enough for what I have in mind. I went for a spin in Lada Niva 1700 in a good condition and it is just not strong enough. The thing with a cam is that what you take away here you add there. What I need is torque and relaxed higher speed cruising while carying a lot of weight and turn extra anciliaries. A supercharger will do all that and also make the grin on your face wider the same time. ;D A supercharger is very reliable and fuss -free, if properly installed and as long as the vehicle is properly maintained and not stretched byond reason.
Another power - up mod for a Lada should be the fitment of a standard Toyota 1600 motor (or the complete Toyota 1600 supercharged motor). My brother fitted the standard normally aspirated one in a Suzuki 410 (a very simple conversion). I was very, very impressed with the vehicle. He also had an old standard Lancruiser stationwagon (straight six+- four liter motor - ex UN vehicle - and preferred to tow his big caravan to the vaal dam with the Suzuki instead of the L/Cruiser (it actually looked funny to see the small Suzuku with the huge caravan)! I went with on two of these trips and all I can say is that it must be experienced to be believed how easily the Suzuki towed the loaded caravan compared to the L/Cruiser. Raar maar waar!
The 16 valve DOHC1600 Toyota motors (I think the code is 4AGE) are dirt cheap and spares readily available and cheap.
Regards,
Fanus
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Post by Charles on May 26, 2011 21:37:00 GMT 2
Hi Fanus
I will help as much as possible. The more I can learn the better. I have a 4AGE in my conquest. Fantastic engine. Best is it can rev to 7800rpm.
Charles
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Post by vincentc on May 26, 2011 21:37:18 GMT 2
What area are you in Fanus?
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Post by Ladaniva on Oct 28, 2011 23:12:04 GMT 2
Hi Vincent, Goodness, I only saw this question today! I am clearly not experienced with forum websites. Please pardon my late response. As you know by now I am in the East Rand area (one of the oakies that guys make the Brakpan jokes about). ;D My favourite one of the day; The Brakpan old toppie ventured it to Pretoria and on his way there the speedcop stopped him for speeding. The speedcop quickly realised that the old man may not aford a hefty fine and said to him that if he can tell him what is approaching he can go. The old toppie too one look and said it is a car. "No, no uncle, what type of car, a Toyota, Ford or what? Ok, I will give you another chance; what is approaching us now? The old toppie: "a motorbike with its light on, can you not see?" The speedcop realised this is not going to work, and give the old toppie a R100.00 fine and walk off to his car. The old toppie called the speedcop back and asked if he may also ask a question, now that he got to pay in any case. yes, said the young man from Pretoria, what? The old toppie asked : If there is a woman standing on the corner of the street in the evening with a beuatifull very short dress on, high heels and smile and wave to every car driving past, what is she? Easy, the speedcop said with a grin; "she is a prostitute". Nee boetie, said the old man, you did not listen, is it your wife, your mother or your grandmother? There is a rumour going around that Chuck Norris was born in the Far East - the Far East Rand. Regards, Fanus
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Post by marius on Mar 17, 2012 8:30:54 GMT 2
I do like your rims - they look like the 14" ones from Centurion Lada?
The Toyota power steering - do you know which model?
Marius
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Post by Roons on Mar 17, 2012 9:29:33 GMT 2
Maruis. 15'' rims of a suzuki but they are low offset. Power steering comes of cressida 22R 84 model. 2 of the steering box mounting holes fit. Also have to move the brake booster forward 100mm and modify the steering arm. I did not take photos when i did it. But i wil post some of how it looks in the car.
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Post by Roons on Mar 17, 2012 10:02:20 GMT 2
Steering mod.
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Post by Roons on Mar 17, 2012 10:05:12 GMT 2
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Post by Christo on Mar 17, 2012 15:01:41 GMT 2
JA the steering is also a mod that I'm looking to do.I can 't establish if there is something wrong with mine buy I deffinately feel it can be improved. If you are able to mod your's successfully I would like to learn more. Christo
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Post by Roons on Mar 17, 2012 18:02:23 GMT 2
Christo. The power steering works very nice. Lost some of that nice lada feed back though. Has a bit of a boring cressida feel.
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Post by spikes on Mar 17, 2012 18:09:02 GMT 2
I can't see the steering mod pictures?
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Post by Roons on Mar 17, 2012 18:55:08 GMT 2
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Post by Roons on Mar 17, 2012 19:01:19 GMT 2
My photos come out blank.
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Post by spikes on Mar 18, 2012 7:47:31 GMT 2
Hi Ruan from the format of your postings, it seems to me that you clicked the "preview" option before you posted pics. Proboards then deletes your picture. Why do you have to pull the engine? groete
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Post by Roons on Mar 18, 2012 8:48:36 GMT 2
Hi Spikes. Ek wil my engine oor doen. En hom prep vir supercharge. Of wat kan mens doen vir meer krag? Ek soek nie groot krag nie. Wil net kan ry soos n 1.4 city golf. Wil net van super stadig na stadig toe upgrade.
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Post by spikes on Mar 18, 2012 9:09:28 GMT 2
Hi Ruan, To me a NIVA has never been about speed. Its biggest attractions has always been its 4X4 capabilities, low maintenance cost(if maintained properly), basic mechanics and very low purchase price for a genuine full-time 4x4. The std engine does not really(in my view ONLY) lend itself to major power boosting. If you really must have more power, I'd say an engine replacement is the way to go. regards Spikes
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Post by Roons on Mar 18, 2012 10:33:11 GMT 2
Spikes. I hear u. I have done some conversions before. But i realy dont whant to bring out the angle grinder on my lada. A 3y toyota and gearbox will be ideal for my use. If it can be done. Maybe i must just leave it like it is and get some other car for my daily driver. Then drive my lada for fun nice and slowly on weekends. Thanks for all the input. Ruan
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Post by spikes on Mar 18, 2012 10:37:57 GMT 2
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Post by Roons on Mar 29, 2012 21:51:22 GMT 2
Wil do. Im a mobile user. Wil get my laptop running soon. Just need any 14 year old to set it up for me. Wil try once more from my phone.
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Post by Charles on Mar 29, 2012 21:53:39 GMT 2
I also have problems uploading pics when browsing from my phone.
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Post by Roons on Mar 29, 2012 22:02:48 GMT 2
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