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Westfield AeroRace 2008 User Manual

Westfield AeroRace 2008
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Aluminium
Paneling
Pedal Area
& Pipes
Wiring Loom
Suspension
& Steering
Differential &
Rear Brakes
Flexible Brake
Hoses
Fuel Tank &
Supply System
Prop Shaft &
Steering Column
Body Work
Rollcage
Engine &
Systems
Optional
Anti Rollbar
Suspension
Set-up
Pre Start
Checks
Introduction
BUILD MANUAL

Table of Contents

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Westfield AeroRace 2008 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWestfield
ModelAeroRace 2008
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Aluminium Paneling

1 Panelling - Tunnel

Instructions for fitting the tunnel panels to the chassis, including drilling and sealing.

2 Panelling – Rear Bulkhead

Guidance on fitting the rear bulkhead panel, noting slight bending for proper fitment.

3 Panelling - Inner Footwell

Instructions for fitting inner footwell panels, noting they fit inside the tunnel for pedal space.

4 Panelling - Bulkhead

Steps for fitting bulkhead panels, mounting them inside the engine bay.

5 Panelling - Scuttle

Instructions for fitting the scuttle panel, best done with the chassis upside down.

6 Panelling - Exterior Side

Guidance on fitting exterior side panels, suggesting clips for holding during fitment.

7 Panelling - Floor Panels

Steps for locating and fitting the floor panels, repeating the tunnel panel process.

8 Panelling - Tunnel Top

Instructions for fitting tunnel top panels, which may be one or three pieces.

Pedal Area and Pipes

1 Fitting - Clutch Pedal

Step-by-step guide for fitting the clutch pedal, cable, and associated components.

2 Fitting – Brake Pedal

Instructions for fitting the master cylinders, brake bias bar, and brake pedals.

3 Fitting - Accelerator Pedal

Guidance on fitting the accelerator pedal, including drilling and securing the cable.

4 Fitting - Front Brake Pipe

Steps for routing and securing the front brake pipe using clips and unions.

5 Fitting - Pressure Switch

Instructions for fitting the brake pressure switch to the brake union.

6 Fitting - Rear Circuit

Guidance on routing the rear brake lines through the tunnel using P-clips.

7 Fitting – Fuel Pipe

Detailed steps for bending and routing fuel pipes through the chassis.

Wiring Loom

1 Positioning -Tunnel Saddles

Instructions for positioning and fixing loom saddles to the tunnel underside.

2 Positioning -Front Loom Saddles

Steps for positioning and fixing loom saddles to the front chassis strengthening bar.

3 Positioning -Rear Loom saddles

Guidance on positioning and fixing loom saddles to the rear driver's side section.

4 Fitting -Fuse Box

Steps for disconnecting, reconnecting, and securing the fuse box to the scuttle panel.

5 Fitting -Rear Loom

Instructions for routing the long rear loom section through the tunnel and securing it.

6 Fitting -Engine Loom

Guidance on connecting the engine harness and routing wires for various engine components.

7 Fitting -Dash & Instruments

Steps for mounting gauges and switches to the dash and connecting the dash harness.

8 Fitting -Digital Dash

Instructions for locating, positioning, and securing the digital dash unit.

9 Fitting -Battery Cables

Steps for routing battery and starter cables from the battery to the master switch.

Suspension & Steering Rack

1 Fitting -Steering Rack

Instructions for mounting the steering rack to the chassis using rubber mounts and bolts.

2 Fitting -Front Wishbones

Steps for fitting front lower and upper wishbones to the chassis brackets.

3 Fitting -Springs/Dampers

Guidance on identifying and fitting front dampers and springs to the chassis brackets.

4 Fitting -Front Uprights

Instructions for correctly identifying and attaching front uprights to ball joints and steering arms.

5 Preparing -Rose Joints

Steps for preparing rose joints by inserting reducing bushes and lock nuts.

6 Fitting -Rear Lower Arms

Instructions for positioning and fitting rear lower wishbones between chassis brackets.

7 Fitting -Rear Upper Arms

Guidance on fitting rose joints and rear upper arms to the chassis.

8 Fitting -Rear Dampers & Springs

Steps for fitting rear dampers and springs, noting they are longer than front units.

9 Fitting -Rear Uprights

Instructions for attaching rear uprights to lower wishbones and upper wishbones.

Differential and Rear Brakes

1 Fitting - Differential

Detailed steps for mounting the differential unit to the chassis using bolts and bushes.

2 Fitting - Drive Shafts

Instructions for fitting the left and right drive shafts to the differential and uprights.

3 Fitting - Disk & Calliper

Guidance on fitting rear brake discs and calipers, including cleaning and torquing.

4 Fitting – Rollcage Supports

Instructions for fitting chassis-mounted rollcage support bars.

Flexible Brake Hoses

1 Fitting - Front Hoses

Steps for fitting the front flexible brake hoses to the calipers and chassis.

2 Fitting - Rear Hoses

Instructions for fitting the rear flexible brake hoses to the calipers and chassis.

Fuel Tank & Supply System

1 Fitting – Tank Frame

Steps for fitting the fuel tank mounting frame to the rear bulkhead.

2 Fitting – H/P Pump & Filter

Instructions for mounting the high-pressure fuel pump and filter using brackets.

3 Fitting - Swirl Pot

Guidance on positioning and securing the swirl pot to the fuel tank frame and chassis.

4 Fitting – L/P Pump

Steps for fitting the low-pressure fuel pump and its rubber mounting bushes.

5 Fitting - Fuel Hose

Instructions for routing and connecting flexible fuel hoses between components.

6 Assembly – Fuel Tank

Guidance on applying foam tape and positioning the fuel tank onto its frame.

7 Fitting - Fuel Tank

Steps for securing the fuel tank to the frame using tank straps.

8 Fitting - Fuel Hose

Instructions for fitting fuel hoses to the tank and catch tank, and securing them.

Prop Shaft & Steering Column

1 Fitting - Propshaft

Instructions for fitting the propshaft to the differential and temporarily securing the other end.

2 Fitting - Steering Column

Steps for mounting the steering column bushes, housing, and column to the chassis.

3 Fitting - Steering Wheel

Guidance on drilling and fitting the steering wheel to the column.

Body Work

1 Placement - Rear Section

Instructions for positioning the rear body section onto the chassis with assistance.

2 Placement - Scuttle & Bonnet

Steps for placing the scuttle and bonnet onto their locating blocks and checking fitment.

3 Fixing - Rear panel

Guidance on fitting the rear panel, including drilling and checking offsets.

4 Fixing - Rear panel

Instructions for drilling and securing the rear panel with rivets, ensuring alignment.

5 Fixing - Scuttle

Steps for fitting the scuttle panel back onto the chassis, drilling and securing with fasteners.

6 Fixing - Rear Arches

Instructions for fitting rear arches, including drilling and securing with setscrews and nuts.

7 Fixing - Bonnet & Nose

Guidance on fitting the bonnet and nose cone, aligning them and checking gaps.

8 Fixing - Bonnet Catch

Steps for positioning and fitting the bonnet over-center latches.

9 Fixing – Lower Body

Instructions for securing the lower body side panels to the chassis with rivets.

10 Fixing - Lighting

Guidance on cutting holes and fitting rear fog and brake lights.

11 Cut off switches

Steps for fitting the master cut-off switch and fire extinguisher pull cord.

12 Exhaust - Cut Out

Instructions for cutting an opening in the side panel for the exhaust.

13 Fitting-Closing Panels

Steps for fitting rear and front closing panels into wheel arches and bulkheads.

14 Fitting - Boot Panels

Guidance on fitting aluminium boot panels, securing with rivets and Dzus fasteners.

15 Cutting - Cooling Vent

Instructions for cutting cooling vents in the bonnet.

Rollcage

1 Preparation – Body Sides

Steps for preparing the body sides, including drilling and enlarging holes for the rollcage.

2 Positioning -Rollcage

Guidance on positioning the rollcage onto the chassis and loosely securing it.

3 Fitting - Rear Steadies

Instructions for fitting the rear steadies, including rose joints and drop links.

4 Fitment - Final

Final check of rollcage alignment and torquing of all bolts.

Engine & Associated Systems

1 Fitting - Chassis Mount

Steps for fitting the engine mounting bracket to the chassis.

2 Assembly - Radiator

Instructions for assembling the radiator, fan, and mounting bracket.

3 Fitting - Radiator Brackets

Guidance on fitting the aluminium radiator brackets to the radiator.

4 Preparing - Engine

Notes on engine preparation, including removing the gear stick and lifting precautions.

5 Fitting - Engine

Steps for lifting and positioning the engine and gearbox into the chassis.

6 Fitting – Cooling System

Instructions for connecting hoses and pipes for the cooling system.

7 Fitting – Expansion Tank

Guidance on mounting the expansion tank and connecting its associated pipework.

8 Fitting - Sender Wires

Steps for connecting various sender wires (oil pressure, water temp, coil) to the engine.

9 Fitting - ECU & Relays

Instructions for mounting the ECU, its brackets, and relays.

10 Fitting - Oil Catch Tank

Guidance on mounting the oil catch tank to the chassis.

11 Fitting - Fuel Hose

Steps for connecting fuel hoses to the catch tank and throttle bodies.

12 Fitting- Exhaust

Instructions for fitting the exhaust manifold and securing it to the chassis.

Final Fittings

1 Fitting - Seat Belts

Steps for fitting seat belt eyelets, waist straps, and connecting upper straps.

2 Fitting – Seats

Instructions for mounting seats and seat brackets to the chassis.

3 Fitting - Fire Extinguisher

Guidance on positioning and securing the fire extinguisher and its nozzles.

4 Fitting-Extinguisher Cord

Steps for routing and connecting the remote activation pull cords for the fire extinguisher.

5 Fixing - Cycle Wings

Instructions for fitting the cycle wing brackets and wings to the uprights.

6 Fitting - Wheels

Steps for fitting the road wheels onto the hubs and securing them with wheel nuts.

7 Fitting – Wing Mirrors

Guidance on fitting wing mirrors to the rollcage.

8 Fitting - Aero Screen

Instructions for positioning and fitting the aero screen to the scuttle.

9 Fitting - Nose Ducting

Steps for assembling and fitting the ducted nose panels.

Optional Anti Roll Bar

1 Fitting - Front Roll Bar

Steps for fitting the front anti-roll bar, including clevises and drop links.

2 Fitting – Rear Roll Bar

Guidance on fitting the rear anti-roll bar, including steel brackets and drop links.

3 Torque Setting

Instructions on torquing anti-roll bar bolts after the car is on the ground.

Suspension Set-up

1 Tyre – Pressure

Instructions for setting correct tyre pressure as per the setup sheet.

2 Ride - Height

Steps for setting ride height by adjusting spring platforms, noting its effect on other settings.

3 Front - Camber

Guidance on checking and adjusting front wheel camber by altering top wishbone length.

4 Rear - Camber

Instructions for checking and adjusting rear wheel camber using rose joints.

5 Front - Toe

Steps for adjusting front wheel toe angle by altering track rod end length.

6 Rear - Toe

Guidance on adjusting rear wheel toe angle using the lower rose joint.

7 Notes

Advice on recording settings and using a blank setup sheet for reference.

8 Brake Bias- Setup

Instructions for adjusting brake bias using the balance bar for front/rear distribution.

SVA Cover Set

1 Front Bolt Covers

Steps for fitting protective covers to various bolt heads and ball joints.

2 Fog & Reverse Lights

Instructions for fitting leveling brackets and covers for fog and reverse lights.

3 Windscreen posts

Guidance on fitting covers to A-post lugs for external projection requirements.

4 Harness Buckle Covers

Steps for fitting covers to harness buckles and eyelets.

5 Rear Number Plate

Instructions for fitting U-section tubing to the number plate surround.

6 Hood Mounting Covers

Guidance on fitting rubber covers to chassis brackets for hood fitting.

7 Steering Wheel Cover

Steps for fitting the deformable steering wheel cover for SVA.

8 Head Lamp Covers

Instructions for fitting GRP covers to the back of headlamp brackets.

9 Head Lamp Raiser

Guidance on fitting spacers to lift headlamps for SVA requirements.

10 Bonnet Catch Covers

Steps for fitting plastic covers over the bonnet latches.

11 Damper Covers

Instructions for fitting covers to the front damper height adjustment rings.

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