help for other V8 users...
I'm only a wally with a little knowledge when it comes to V8's. I know some stuff but most of the time I have to find someone else who know's better. Hopefully, in time, this site will be of use to anyone doing a V8 conversion (not just Scimitars). If you have anything to contribute then please let me know!!
Below is a list of suppliers I have used, Reliant Scimitar links and credits to friends who've helped, they may be useful...
suppliers:
- RVimports.com
Tim imports Motorhomes and RVimports.com have helped in the workshop, esp with the rear disc brake conversion. - EasySupplyCompany.co.uk
These guys supplied portable air conditioning which was a garage lifesaver last summer. (The blatant plug!) they also sell commercial catering equipment. - Msport.co.uk
AVO's, filters, Magnecor leads etc etc - Interpro
Rolling Road - very clever guys - 01454 412777 - JRV8
Jim is THE only guy you need fo Rover V8 stuff (028) 25861500 - Queensberry
Road Garage
Scimitar Specialists, supplied various stuff including my Wilwood brakes conversion. 01536 513351
Forums & Resources etc.:
- ScimWeb The Reliant Sabre and Scimitar Owners' Club Website
- Yahoo! Autos Scimitar Forum Everyone who's anyone is here, lots of help available!
other scimitar & V8 sites:
Steve's SE5a Scimitar Site - 1975 Reliant Scimitar GTE SE5a Model. Ford Essex V6 3.0 ltr Engine and Borg Warner 35 Automatic Gearbox.
Gary Watson's V8 Manta Site - A place to ask questions, find solutions to your problems and get help & ideas on manta topics. Also, see Gary's car in the "More V8's Section"
Dave Poole's Sporting Reliants Site - Here you will find plenty of information about Reliant sports cars including the Sabra, Sabre, Scimitar GT, Scimitar GTE, Scimitar GTC, Middlebridge Scimitar, SS1, SST, 1800ti, Scimitar Sabre plus prototype and development cars.
Erik's Scimitar Site - On this site a lot of info and pictures about Reliant made cars. Especially the Scimitar range. Dutch AND English! Also, take a look at Erik's www.scimitarshop.com...
Warwickshire 1 Noggin - A group of very keen motorists, who share a passion for these fine vehicles.
Don Kennedy's Scimitar GTE site - www.donkennedy.co.uk
"This Web Site is primarily about my 1972 Scimitar GTE SE5a. JBY 137K. Any or all of the information relates to a 1972 SE5a although I would not expect a great difference to later year SE5a's...
Steve's Scimitar Coupe Site - www.reliant-scimitar-coupe.co.uk
"A website dedicated to the preservation of one of Reliant lesser known sports cars"
John and Kyle's TR7 site - www.waringstowntr7s.co.uk
"If you own, would like to own or just admire Triumph TR7s then I’m sure you’ll enjoy having a browse through our site." Browse this site, its got some great info and links to absolute nutters!
Thanks to many friends including:
- Tim - Welding, fabrication, suspension work, heaps and heaps of other stuff too.
- Stevie - Fibreglassing the bonnet scoop and paintwork.
- Cleo - Advice, bits & pieces and bulkhead fibreglassing.
- Joe - Loads of stuff.
- Jess - Loads of other stuff