Going back to the thread then  .

I love small yet powerfull Q-cars and this project is ticking all the boxes.

Since we are on the 55th page at the moment would it be possible for Richard to contemplate a quick summary of what is still to be done, perhaps some timelines against it (for the eagerly anticipating fan base!) and possibly, if there is still will to do that, a quick summary of what was achieved to date.

Just a suggestion and if Bossfox doesn't feel like doing it that is perfectly fine

Sometimes an exercise like that can provide a fresh perspective :sun:

Going back to the thread then  .

I love small yet powerfull Q-cars and this project is ticking all the boxes.

Since we are on the 55th page at the moment would it be possible for Richard to contemplate a quick summary of what is still to be done, perhaps some timelines against it (for the eagerly anticipating fan base!) and possibly, if there is still will to do that, a quick summary of what was achieved to date.

Just a suggestion and if Bossfox doesn't feel like doing it that is perfectly fine

Sometimes an exercise like that can provide a fresh perspective :sun:

Is your browser broken or something??..

 

Post number 1547.

I'm sure it will be worth the wait.....after all good things come to those who wait right?

Is your browser broken or something??..

 

Post number 1547.

depends weather your reading from a phone but on a pc it is page 55 and this thing is going to be frickin' insane!!!!

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Been reading through this thread over the past couple of days, as well as the Yeti thread. I have to say this looks great, can't wait for it to be finished.

can't wait for it to be finished.

 Please orderly join the long'ish queue  :coffee:

I'm spending far too much time at work reading Bossfox's threads ATM

Richard if you ever want to sell these projects drop me a PM don't do it until feb 2017 though

Richard if you ever want to sell these projects drop me a PM don't do it until feb 2017 though

No chance of that, as they won't be finished till then

Actually my Yeti is done.

Until we move to phase two this winter and fit a 2.0tsi.

 

While progress on the Citigo is slow it will be done one way or another by the end of the year, in time for meets and track days next year.

 

I know the time it's taking has become something of a standing Briskoda joke, but these things take time.  It certainly doesn't provide encouragement.

I could have had it cracked out in six months or so, but the cost would have been astronomical.  Like 80k.  A lot to fund in a short time.

 

It's being done around other jobs for a sensible price, by a garage that have had a few staffing issues.

No, I'm not over the moon about it.  But we have to keep plugging on.  Not sure what other options there are?

We need to finish building the car back up, now everything is known to fit.  Then a wiring loom and mapping.

 

I'm around £38k into the build, so pulling the plug isn't an option.

Especially considering the total predicted cost of just under £50k is firm as all the main parts are bought and built.

The expanding timescale had also had some fringe benefits, like allowing me to spread the cost of the project and do other stuff like the GT-R, Skyline and Yeti VRS...

It's not bad how long it has taken anyway it would've been a lot longer in the process if it was an evenings project!

I say fair play to you for having the bravery, insight and financial commitment to get any of the Skoda projects going and both inspire others and show non skoda people that the standard marques are not the only option!

All credit to you Richard, I can see how frustrating it must be. It will deffinatly be worth it in the long run, I am certainly looking forward to seeing it in the flesh (metal)

Looks brilliant so far, absolutley top project. To be honest it sounds like your doing a good job of managing your own expectations in terms of timescales and the project overrunning. After all its not like you've just broken the mould, it's been completely reinvented! Lol

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Looks brilliant so far, absolutley top project. To be honest it sounds like your doing a good job of managing your own expectations in terms of timescales and the project overrunning. After all its not like you've just broken the mould, it's been completely reinvented! Lol

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After starting this 1.8T project I can only imagine how hard this task must be, it's bad enough getting things to fit and work on a Fabia let alone trying to squish it into a Citigo along with 4x4 systems! All credit to you for keeping the project going! You only start to realise how big the task is when you do take on a project like this

Good on you for taking committing so much to the project. I can't wait to see it done! 

Rome wasn't built in a 2 years day.

 

A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single post step.

 

 

We're all in awe! Keep the faith.....

Any progress from your visit to Jabbasport yesterday?

Any progress from your visit to Jabbasport yesterday?

 

Yes, sat down and worked out a plan.

Their workload with racing stuff could well increase next year so it's got to be done by the end of the year really, end of January at the latest.

Otherwise I don't think it's going to happen as they get busy for the new racing season.

 

Build scheduled to be finished by the end of September, wiring by the end of November and then December to get the little bits and bobs done that are left over.

I've given them authorization to call in an extra pair of experienced hands if required for a few weeks here and there, with the cost that involves.

They have been trying to keep the costs sensible and do it around other stuff which is tricky when you are a bit short of manpower and very busy.

 

So it's track debut will probably be the Briskoda Castle Combe meet Jason organises in April 2015.

 

They are also looking into the flywheel and having one made as the guy they deal with that runs 700bhp+ down Santa Pod on a 1.8t had issues with it ripping the flywheel bolts out.

This Citigo might be close to 500bhp and with a sequential gearbox it's going to get a fair amount of abuse.

Yes, sat down and worked out a plan.

Their workload with racing stuff could well increase next year so it's got to be done by the end of the year really, end of January at the latest.

Otherwise I don't think it's going to happen as they get busy for the new racing season.

Build scheduled to be finished by the end of September, wiring by the end of November and then December to get the little bits and bobs done that are left over.

I've given them authorization to call in an extra pair of experienced hands if required for a few weeks here and there, with the cost that involves.

They have been trying to keep the costs sensible and do it around other stuff which is tricky when you are a bit short of manpower and very busy.

So it's track debut will probably be the Briskoda Castle Combe meet Jason organises in April 2015.

Great news! Right I must come down to Combe to watch this impressive debut! If I'm lucky 1.8T might be ready! Well that's really good that things are moving along!

Wahoo. We like deadlines! Its picking up pace again now. Roll on spring action day!

Try South, he was designing and making his own flywheel http://www.briskoda.net/forums/index.php?/topic/261027-Adam's-Fabia-vRS-MkI-Take-2#entry3873780

Try South, he was designing and making his own flywheel http://www.briskoda.net/forums/index.php?/topic/261027-Adam's-Fabia-vRS-MkI-Take-2#entry3873780

 

They are already sorting it out.

Oh, OK, I got an impression that "they are looking for having one made" hence the suggestion of anotjer forum member who already designed and made one as well as potentially offering his services to fellow Briskodians - just trying to help