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<rss version="2.0"><channel><title>250 GTO Pack 11 Latest Topics</title><link>https://community.agoramodels.com/forum/482-250-gto-pack-11/</link><description>250 GTO Pack 11 Latest Topics</description><language>en</language><item><title>250 GTO Pack 11 - Stage 90.  Circuit board.</title><link>https://community.agoramodels.com/topic/9983-250-gto-pack-11-stage-90-circuit-board/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Stage 90 gives us the circuit board.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220729.JPG.5a03d869ef500d8673e54ed070320cef.JPG" data-fileid="32865" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32865" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220729.thumb.JPG.3a945b0612859e29af3c8c11929bbf31.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220729.thumb.JPG.3a945b0612859e29af3c8c11929bbf31.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Most of the parts used were supplied in the previous stage.  Start with the battery tray and the left and right plates.  The plates are engraved L &amp; R for easy identification.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220730.JPG.89163ca7aaa42c05a3d473b3b338645f.JPG" data-fileid="32866" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32866" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220730.thumb.JPG.1825ceb0ec8ba86247d7a21d8acde37c.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220730.thumb.JPG.1825ceb0ec8ba86247d7a21d8acde37c.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Screw these in place with type B screws.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220732.JPG.b96fb09a295d924c10c840d049c068dd.JPG" data-fileid="32868" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32868" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220732.thumb.JPG.82e62e2b9915bd42838c936a169c33d0.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220732.thumb.JPG.82e62e2b9915bd42838c936a169c33d0.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Now we need to fit the battery tray assembly into the base.  The parts are laid out below in the manner in which they fit together.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220733.JPG.b96c50f14e51ca76a563bb6c0c227e7b.JPG" data-fileid="32869" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32869" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220733.thumb.JPG.d78a0482a67282b5961c402779fdad45.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220733.thumb.JPG.d78a0482a67282b5961c402779fdad45.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Screw them together with type B screws.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220734.JPG.a0a6ea879393aee9945e32323ff56860.JPG" data-fileid="32870" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32870" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220734.thumb.JPG.398fb6d2b83ace28a713099129b7168c.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220734.thumb.JPG.398fb6d2b83ace28a713099129b7168c.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Now fit the switch with type L screws.  Note that the pins with wires soldered to them go nearest the red battery wire.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220735.JPG.784d9e1b22a631d055e4f6799bf31c89.JPG" data-fileid="32871" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32871" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220735.thumb.JPG.98bee28b3a79d6a4d560dc221e761338.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220735.thumb.JPG.98bee28b3a79d6a4d560dc221e761338.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Take the short bracket and fit it to the short side of the battery tray base.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220736.JPG.7ec915a727c8f9379e22be85623fdbaf.JPG" data-fileid="32872" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32872" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220736.thumb.JPG.4695c0ef1926c3fc96f7458385368201.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220736.thumb.JPG.4695c0ef1926c3fc96f7458385368201.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Fit the long bracket to the long side.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220737.JPG.63d47d812721a0b53afa55feb4419fc2.JPG" data-fileid="32873" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32873" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220737.thumb.JPG.9ce06bbdaac92072fc5a5db3c50cce60.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220737.thumb.JPG.9ce06bbdaac92072fc5a5db3c50cce60.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	The battery cover screw and washer are fitted to the battery cover.  The plastic washer stops the screw falling out, but it must be pressed or screwed down to the bottom of the threads.,
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220739.JPG.5cc2b582a1190912f2796ead84748a4d.JPG" data-fileid="32875" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32875" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220739.thumb.JPG.8499a56a3bb9e53d597b6e52bed12d9e.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220739.thumb.JPG.8499a56a3bb9e53d597b6e52bed12d9e.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	The battery cover screws in place to cover the batteries.  
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220741.JPG.4f6a97333657a8dc9eb17107a5e6bc2b.JPG" data-fileid="32877" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32877" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220741.thumb.JPG.198663487042c4afaea0b2b8325a9767.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220741.thumb.JPG.198663487042c4afaea0b2b8325a9767.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Screw the circuit board in place with two type B screws.  Pay attention to which way round it goes.  
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220742.JPG.b7614d8e2bd3ecb2fef67dc7d8b0bb19.JPG" data-fileid="32878" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32878" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220742.thumb.JPG.7e3f69d21184e4f4a08f620a3605507a.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220742.thumb.JPG.7e3f69d21184e4f4a08f620a3605507a.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Plug the switch connector into socket 17.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220743.JPG.f8cd32d4475d171783b35381f2f7f2e6.JPG" data-fileid="32879" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32879" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220743.thumb.JPG.d153f6cbb21bce4564d8d958d2009b7b.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220743.thumb.JPG.d153f6cbb21bce4564d8d958d2009b7b.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	The prop shaft is fitted to the chassis between the gearbox and the differential.  You'll need to flex the shaft to get it to fit.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220744.JPG.7c42ee45c47d71b5ff1f6edeeffb42a8.JPG" data-fileid="32880" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32880" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220744.thumb.JPG.fffa914290bb31db3ed93d97fac1e04d.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220744.thumb.JPG.fffa914290bb31db3ed93d97fac1e04d.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	This completes the stage and the pack.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220745.JPG.039c00d662996e48dda8185c5464f10d.JPG" data-fileid="32881" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32881" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4220745.thumb.JPG.b96b56b47692d779e8c799b8361ad25d.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4220745.thumb.JPG.b96b56b47692d779e8c799b8361ad25d.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9983</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:37:42 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>250 GTO Pack 11 - Stage 89.  Battery box and fitting the fire wall and cockpit floor.</title><link>https://community.agoramodels.com/topic/9982-250-gto-pack-11-stage-89-battery-box-and-fitting-the-fire-wall-and-cockpit-floor/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Stage 89 gives us the battery box, but we fit the firewall and interior to the rear body.  There's quite a bit of work in this stage.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32839" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210703.JPG.9235939b20935e83136d7b1517bc3c43.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210703.thumb.JPG.1020564a4679e6f0b97ba7133fd7add3.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32839" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210703.thumb.JPG.1020564a4679e6f0b97ba7133fd7add3.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Take the rear body and the cockpit floor.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32840" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210704.JPG.5638c1293531ba355698c35f0ef8d5c1.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210704.thumb.JPG.ced7c4505248c167a7f972bd667852ca.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32840" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210704.thumb.JPG.ced7c4505248c167a7f972bd667852ca.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Turn the body upside down and insert the cockpit.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32841" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210705.JPG.33a1384718329c86838a461137ffd6cb.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210705.thumb.JPG.99dbdf04eadb74dc34312db48e5bf4df.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32841" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210705.thumb.JPG.99dbdf04eadb74dc34312db48e5bf4df.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Make sure that the rear parcel shelf sits in front of the boor hinge, not on top of it.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32842" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210706.JPG.e376e86be7e174f3e3b35e64a1fddd34.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210706.thumb.JPG.9cc1911c45988247a4d5abdaaf76557f.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32842" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210706.thumb.JPG.9cc1911c45988247a4d5abdaaf76557f.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Insert the oil pipe into the reservoir.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32844" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210708.JPG.f994cc20e4a3dd86f93b02698475de10.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210708.thumb.JPG.abb66eb8eb262c754241a4abbe01315e.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32844" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210708.thumb.JPG.abb66eb8eb262c754241a4abbe01315e.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Secure the floor with 4 type C screws.  Two go either side of the parcel shelf.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32846" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210710.JPG.c65314e8267a13472dd1613a90a38c31.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210710.thumb.JPG.24581d57879aa0279ad1a84ddae66ad1.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32846" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210710.thumb.JPG.24581d57879aa0279ad1a84ddae66ad1.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Two go near the front of the rear wheel arches.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32847" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210711.JPG.a1606be20089ae82cfe16b0720caffb6.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210711.thumb.JPG.28e41d06f4ec809ea6c33a863ed4a114.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32847" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210711.thumb.JPG.28e41d06f4ec809ea6c33a863ed4a114.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Take the boot frame and put it in place in the rear body under the boot lid.  Make sure that you don't trap the wires for the rear lights.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32848" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210712.JPG.62177b3eda40286079dd4ff25a32bafc.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210712.thumb.JPG.9afd351975dedb9885c6b226e1b095f1.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32848" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210712.thumb.JPG.9afd351975dedb9885c6b226e1b095f1.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	It's fixed with two type C screws at the front.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32849" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210713.JPG.eb6faaa3b2ddcc215a796e2e9ac44af3.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210713.thumb.JPG.e77caa5bf80319c707e30079420d1948.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32849" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210713.thumb.JPG.e77caa5bf80319c707e30079420d1948.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	And two type C screws at the rear, under the rear light LEDs.  (Sorry, the photos a bit dark.)
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32851" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210715.JPG.86cfaabf01e5176ca3ab4494f4fbf0d7.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210715.thumb.JPG.291bad2bd9d7e443562c472e04ea1c11.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32851" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210715.thumb.JPG.291bad2bd9d7e443562c472e04ea1c11.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	The rear wheel arches are fitted next.  These are a bit difficult to fit.  Insert the rear tabs in the rear body, then force the centre screw posts into position in the holes in the wheel arches.  I found it easier if your chamfer the edges of the screw posts and the screw holes a little.  Use a sharp, pointed modelling knife.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32852" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210716.JPG.dc2c3238d41bb7a8200c1ca37f73d5c6.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210716.thumb.JPG.b92025d3abf6cd53c7953f7c8c9844c1.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32852" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210716.thumb.JPG.b92025d3abf6cd53c7953f7c8c9844c1.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	Type B screws fit in the centre holes.
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<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32853" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210717.JPG.d86a26bb5267619466d1c442733333b2.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210717.thumb.JPG.f4f1aad62547ac8e8172674449ac6289.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32853" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210717.thumb.JPG.f4f1aad62547ac8e8172674449ac6289.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p>
	You also use type B screws to fix the front of the wheel arches.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32854" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210718.JPG.9f2c1f8be2aad2af42d20e0fbd1be0cc.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210718.thumb.JPG.1561de54e7126c1d4aa07b6bcd41c909.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32854" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210718.thumb.JPG.1561de54e7126c1d4aa07b6bcd41c909.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The support rod fits in the front of the body, between the vertical post and the floor.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32855" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210719.JPG.8aba749e833461bd10b1d36067560764.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210719.thumb.JPG.c75eb693fad3a97d3de6b095e3d0b7a3.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32855" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210719.thumb.JPG.c75eb693fad3a97d3de6b095e3d0b7a3.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The last part of this stage is fitting the firewall.  Start by bundling the wires together and holding them with a piece of masking tape.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32856" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210720.JPG.5fa4c9260008a303de5ad7b2537d4e89.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210720.thumb.JPG.336018722926619ab2b311adfb991cf9.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32856" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210720.thumb.JPG.336018722926619ab2b311adfb991cf9.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Put the firewall in place.  This is takes a bit of persuasion as it's quite tricky to get it to fit.  However, a bit of pushing here and there, some language that your grandmother may not approve of, and it will fit in place.  
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32857" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210721.JPG.4ab3e3e387ea4c15733317aea3d69c1c.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210721.thumb.JPG.3a5a3cf6a59f75b55f88e9873c070243.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32857" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210721.thumb.JPG.3a5a3cf6a59f75b55f88e9873c070243.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Here's where the wires should be routed, between the valance and the firewall.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32864" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210728.JPG.a931983469d56fcaf358c7ee907d7e89.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210728.thumb.JPG.c28ad23046cba381dc2780273edbf3f5.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32864" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210728.thumb.JPG.c28ad23046cba381dc2780273edbf3f5.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Here's how the steering column should protrude through the firewall.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32859" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210723.JPG.1c4b5df4e90c67cfaeadf006f0e9a7a3.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210723.thumb.JPG.d1348f72059b6b044eb754c078472d83.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32859" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210723.thumb.JPG.d1348f72059b6b044eb754c078472d83.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The firewall is fixed with 4 type C screws.  Two go into the posts under the front valance.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32860" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210724.JPG.ecc7c40c44d38f84947765ff128aa2c1.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210724.thumb.JPG.3edece2324f71d6be64e46d3f6f80aaa.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32860" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210724.thumb.JPG.3edece2324f71d6be64e46d3f6f80aaa.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Two go through the sides of the sides of the firewall near the cockpit floor.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32861" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210725.JPG.96a02ba24d99321051a2e74e93f6360f.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210725.thumb.JPG.096d3d9c6f3baa437c9e93361be9ba8c.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32861" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210725.thumb.JPG.096d3d9c6f3baa437c9e93361be9ba8c.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Finally, the rest of the floor is secured with 4 type C screws.  2 each side.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32862" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210726.JPG.35406f68bfc599305e6e9429592b296e.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210726.thumb.JPG.c204779baea1cead2a2b78732b95860d.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32862" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210726.thumb.JPG.c204779baea1cead2a2b78732b95860d.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	This completes the stage.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32863" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210727.JPG.f14218c1835d2c54c1f49be946c70687.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4210727.thumb.JPG.53f0e6c1027acad5e2ab95be36a22d78.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32863" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210727.thumb.JPG.53f0e6c1027acad5e2ab95be36a22d78.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	 
</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9982</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:23:15 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>250 GTO Pack 11 - Stage 88.  Pedals.</title><link>https://community.agoramodels.com/topic/9981-250-gto-pack-11-stage-88-pedals/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Stage 88 gives us the pedals and the wheel arches.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210682.JPG.c4ab0d666c106869a0426fad085975b9.JPG" data-fileid="32801" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32801" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210682.thumb.JPG.83b6ab8e6a04b87a37e8b0103c1fa544.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210682.thumb.JPG.83b6ab8e6a04b87a37e8b0103c1fa544.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	These pedals are a bit fiddly!  I've included a few close-ups and different angles to help you see what's going on.
</p>

<p>
	Take the brake pedal and its base.  This shows the orientation of the parts.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210683.JPG.dbacb7f4a09531bb311416c24fde3ec8.JPG" data-fileid="32802" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32802" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210683.thumb.JPG.e64d8f13c11add0aeff6825eec51907c.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210683.thumb.JPG.e64d8f13c11add0aeff6825eec51907c.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Slide the pedal into the base.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210685.JPG.8e83f7b6b433ca36974b19c921df03c6.JPG" data-fileid="32804" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32804" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210685.thumb.JPG.a98602b76a900f18ff0673237f388e86.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210685.thumb.JPG.a98602b76a900f18ff0673237f388e86.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The switch fits on the back of the base with the button facing the front.  This switch has the black connector.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210686.JPG.d396a01335b5f7ddf26bbf46d0bd559e.JPG" data-fileid="32805" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32805" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210686.thumb.JPG.95f7f9a1b909e2b9c7575c1fc9d84888.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210686.thumb.JPG.95f7f9a1b909e2b9c7575c1fc9d84888.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The fits like this.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210687.JPG.c798b0c87c2ad7855a31265095e62d21.JPG" data-fileid="32806" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32806" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210687.thumb.JPG.3aea5acc5ad408096867375304a0bb2d.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210687.thumb.JPG.3aea5acc5ad408096867375304a0bb2d.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Now press the bracket on until it clips into place.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210688.JPG.e55ee5c42476c3b89f1b1af91ea1a883.JPG" data-fileid="32807" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32807" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210688.thumb.JPG.ce6d14bfa899500803a6909facb749db.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210688.thumb.JPG.ce6d14bfa899500803a6909facb749db.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Here's the view from the back.  Make sure you can hear the switch clicking when you press the pedal.  
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210689.JPG.692a861b6b4d7db6e8ed5f37ad57fa7d.JPG" data-fileid="32808" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32808" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210689.thumb.JPG.7433c1c2fc322ba92b7ec84e10fdb81a.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210689.thumb.JPG.7433c1c2fc322ba92b7ec84e10fdb81a.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	On to the accelerator pedal now.
</p>

<p>
	The parts go together in this orientation.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210690.JPG.68a532a34f3372d6975ed7a1a2af8b75.JPG" data-fileid="32809" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32809" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210690.thumb.JPG.ec07f45c4eaeedf397434fb9858b6b62.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210690.thumb.JPG.ec07f45c4eaeedf397434fb9858b6b62.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Push the pivot into the base and rotate the pedal to its correct position.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210691.JPG.38d62e885c5148626bffeef5891991af.JPG" data-fileid="32810" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32810" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210691.thumb.JPG.f8a7ffd088aa92e4cd081bc17eb84527.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210691.thumb.JPG.f8a7ffd088aa92e4cd081bc17eb84527.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Here's the view from the front.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210692.JPG.1969a6fb83a26da846530d9ecdcc26a3.JPG" data-fileid="32811" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32811" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210692.thumb.JPG.bb8afafea8500ca39d84c4ee4e75a3f4.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210692.thumb.JPG.bb8afafea8500ca39d84c4ee4e75a3f4.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The switch fits in the base like this.  This switch has a purple/white connector.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210693.JPG.3b4bf9e8596f405adac8fc386c422a8c.JPG" data-fileid="32812" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32812" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210693.thumb.JPG.b351449687d34bc125e8b26320420fb8.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210693.thumb.JPG.b351449687d34bc125e8b26320420fb8.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The bracket will hold the switch in place.  Push it until the two tabs click into the slots.  
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210695.JPG.1840e99de9bc8a9e0d35e13f324dfa72.JPG" data-fileid="32814" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32814" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210695.thumb.JPG.9589a57dec8bb351fb5ea9b3efa264d3.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210695.thumb.JPG.9589a57dec8bb351fb5ea9b3efa264d3.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	It looks like this from the top.  Check that the switch clicks when you press the pedal.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210694.JPG.8493e09cfa906bac3f8d70b45979bbef.JPG" data-fileid="32813" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32813" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210694.thumb.JPG.ab2d6b3b437fbff49d5bd6234ecf7a57.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210694.thumb.JPG.ab2d6b3b437fbff49d5bd6234ecf7a57.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Fit the accelerator pedal assembly to the firewall.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210696.JPG.98ddd1e24e5223a92ea44b158954f16a.JPG" data-fileid="32815" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32815" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210696.thumb.JPG.61be6ab56a19fe35a48479dfddf4cdaa.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210696.thumb.JPG.61be6ab56a19fe35a48479dfddf4cdaa.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	It's held from behind with two type B screws.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210697.JPG.9d29850a15e9d5c849b841a40f52a5d0.JPG" data-fileid="32816" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32816" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210697.thumb.JPG.ae04dd8d5600a78b7bccdbacb35ca5ff.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210697.thumb.JPG.ae04dd8d5600a78b7bccdbacb35ca5ff.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The brake pedal is fitted next.  Make sure the silver rectangle is fully seated in the cut-out in the firewall.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210698.JPG.d644478df017582269e0b1e71af6ed59.JPG" data-fileid="32817" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32817" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210698.thumb.JPG.d530a35becf0aa9144bae6152e090579.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210698.thumb.JPG.d530a35becf0aa9144bae6152e090579.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	This is also held from the back with two type B screws.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210699.JPG.65329ae4aba58e667dcf464bcd2bcb84.JPG" data-fileid="32818" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32818" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210699.thumb.JPG.27363ea2da7c56fbbb5b4e7d8954d141.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210699.thumb.JPG.27363ea2da7c56fbbb5b4e7d8954d141.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The clutch pedal just pushes into  place.  It has a D shaped pin to ensure the correct alignment.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210700.JPG.69aef6d1e3d3e9699b744dd8b1d89820.JPG" data-fileid="32819" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32819" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210700.thumb.JPG.5844fafd190ca0f6f25663788c09b9c4.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210700.thumb.JPG.5844fafd190ca0f6f25663788c09b9c4.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Finally, push the prop shaft onto the coupling.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210701.JPG.96c3abb59f94ce5ed0a4cb6535367ee7.JPG" data-fileid="32820" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32820" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210701.thumb.JPG.aee26f7a342570e71a68a166e202d219.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210701.thumb.JPG.aee26f7a342570e71a68a166e202d219.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	This completes the stage.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210702.JPG.afab2223d298bf5c713e0f1aca4099af.JPG" data-fileid="32821" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32821" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4210702.thumb.JPG.1e7b48a0eacf27bc647fa5e7ff7259d8.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4210702.thumb.JPG.1e7b48a0eacf27bc647fa5e7ff7259d8.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	 
</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9981</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:42:45 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>250 GTO Pack 11 - Stage 87.  Rear tyre.</title><link>https://community.agoramodels.com/topic/9979-250-gto-pack-11-stage-87-rear-tyre/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	
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<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Stage 87 gives us the tyre to complete the wheel.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28150" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120037.JPG.901def1d6196798fb6948f322f798f5c.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120037.thumb.JPG.ab99729917636fe57097f05c68fcde13.JPG" data-fileid="28150" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120037.thumb.JPG.ab99729917636fe57097f05c68fcde13.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Remove the protective backing and stick the washer (supplied in stage 23) and stick it in place.  With hind sight, I'd have stuck this in place before fitting the spokes as it's a bit fiddly to get it past the ends of the spokes.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28151" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120038.JPG.df72bbd4f47ab0f044eb6acc682ed779.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120038.thumb.JPG.6c3746e9d49f971372895a1a4be1305c.JPG" data-fileid="28151" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120038.thumb.JPG.6c3746e9d49f971372895a1a4be1305c.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	I fitted this by softening the tyre with some very hot water and pushing it over the wheel.  A few minutes in near boiling water (mind your fingers!) and the rubber becomes very pliable.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28149" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8190001.JPG.d694badf045140fa666551745cca4905.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8190001.thumb.JPG.bd310bc23de1cba262b233337fbe4db7.JPG" data-fileid="28149" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8190001.thumb.JPG.bd310bc23de1cba262b233337fbe4db7.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a><br />
	 
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	This completes the stage.
</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9979</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 23:52:05 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>250 GTO Pack 11 - Stage 86.  Rear wheel 3.</title><link>https://community.agoramodels.com/topic/9978-250-gto-pack-11-stage-86-rear-wheel-3/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Stage 86 gives us the last set of parts to complete the wheel, just leaving the tyre to fit in the next stage.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28124" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120020.JPG.2066c20763c313ce539f4a7b0fff0d49.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120020.thumb.JPG.742d4b8d48749c9c7f3977922af270e2.JPG" data-fileid="28124" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120020.thumb.JPG.742d4b8d48749c9c7f3977922af270e2.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	We have three rows of spokes to fit this time.  The first row is type A spokes fitted in the remaining holes in the hub.  I've highlighted the first spoke in red again.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="jpg" data-fileid="28141" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120022x.jpg.4a207779ff4573e83e2820fc4cf4962c.jpg" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120022x.thumb.jpg.a0ba5f9a28fb9103455ea36a07887147.jpg" data-fileid="28141" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120022x.thumb.jpg.a0ba5f9a28fb9103455ea36a07887147.jpg" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	The completed row looks like this.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28127" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120023.JPG.0025405c4207c744b24f5d644167eb17.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120023.thumb.JPG.dcb3df2d1c231b1ce2c8210f57cd45a2.JPG" data-fileid="28127" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120023.thumb.JPG.dcb3df2d1c231b1ce2c8210f57cd45a2.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Push the last part of the hub on the wheel.  I ran a 0.5mm drill through the holes to clear any burs again.  You may need to twist this hub a little to get an even spoke pattern as you did with the larger hub.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28128" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120024.JPG.7feba91cb69d82e94db6ab5c0a8e4cfc.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120024.thumb.JPG.770035f10a98ce9b74bd55f798e75856.JPG" data-fileid="28128" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120024.thumb.JPG.770035f10a98ce9b74bd55f798e75856.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	The first row of spokes are fitted in the lower row of holes.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28130" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120026.JPG.af92020be514e64f486e330070891345.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120026.thumb.JPG.aabc32948959b5097f82052080c7e597.JPG" data-fileid="28130" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120026.thumb.JPG.aabc32948959b5097f82052080c7e597.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Heres a top down view.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28131" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120027.JPG.a902864e00b9bdf55cfddf8ff5597d4d.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120027.thumb.JPG.702ccb3e2f617b5fc15af6cd7248ea48.JPG" data-fileid="28131" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120027.thumb.JPG.702ccb3e2f617b5fc15af6cd7248ea48.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	The completed row looks like this.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28133" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120029.JPG.f282a12dc3a79732366d0a0bc623e56e.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120029.thumb.JPG.f5d9b3b8afe26edd04fd1bc50c85aad1.JPG" data-fileid="28133" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120029.thumb.JPG.f5d9b3b8afe26edd04fd1bc50c85aad1.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	The final row of spokes are fitted in the top row of holes in the hub.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28134" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120030.JPG.4869fc244bffce8bcd6d2cf370e6b0f6.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120030.thumb.JPG.4c2f058908684e776353649e32ca2351.JPG" data-fileid="28134" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120030.thumb.JPG.4c2f058908684e776353649e32ca2351.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Here's the top down view.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28135" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120031.JPG.09860db1bc4df76126c45fa0b2c90e1a.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120031.thumb.JPG.9fb649afabcfad9ff520b41218e4cab4.JPG" data-fileid="28135" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120031.thumb.JPG.9fb649afabcfad9ff520b41218e4cab4.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	The completed row looks like this.  If necessary, twist the hub slightly to get an even spoke pattern. 
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Now treat the wheel very carefully as you are going to be so annoyed if you knock it and all the spokes jump out!
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28136" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120032.JPG.e87c1deb9d2a815e488547a7e9abf02f.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120032.thumb.JPG.4ead936f2477de5768eb3e5eed475083.JPG" data-fileid="28136" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120032.thumb.JPG.4ead936f2477de5768eb3e5eed475083.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Screw the sealing ring to the outer rim.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28137" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120033.JPG.50a0bc6c9c7405a7e8cf35ac4e4f89eb.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120033.thumb.JPG.be1bbbdd5e115fe770cebfabab2d6c9a.JPG" data-fileid="28137" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120033.thumb.JPG.be1bbbdd5e115fe770cebfabab2d6c9a.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Note that there are arrows to help you align the two halves of the rim correctly.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28138" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120034.JPG.fa7a43aedff25d7f9f0c38e80a31cb6c.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120034.thumb.JPG.8f70b36582e88d99150efeb50e896129.JPG" data-fileid="28138" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120034.thumb.JPG.8f70b36582e88d99150efeb50e896129.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Very carefully, place the outer rim over the inner rim and tighten the screws.  It's worth checking the spokes and reposition any that have moved before You fully tighten the screws.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28140" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120036.JPG.7f571db38f593b1cce23965f55a63757.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120036.thumb.JPG.e830586902f9f83ac3542036c9da7c1e.JPG" data-fileid="28140" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120036.thumb.JPG.e830586902f9f83ac3542036c9da7c1e.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	I have to say, the wheel really looks impressive!  Give yourself a pat on the back!
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	This completes the stage.
</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9978</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 23:50:28 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>250 GTO Pack 11 - Stage 85.  Rear wheel 2.</title><link>https://community.agoramodels.com/topic/9977-250-gto-pack-11-stage-85-rear-wheel-2/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	 
</p>

<p>
	
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Stage 85 gives us the second set of parts for the rear wheel.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28113" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120015.JPG.457348ba1f93149932bc3eb7946d74de.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120015.thumb.JPG.5fbe8db367ccfe9885ccd53d58635c82.JPG" data-fileid="28113" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120015.thumb.JPG.5fbe8db367ccfe9885ccd53d58635c82.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	This row of spokes are fitted into the remaining holes in the bottom row of holes in the hub.  The first spoke is highlighted in red.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="jpg" data-fileid="28122" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120016x.jpg.6ca3f039bf6f38160bbfb82732202c78.jpg" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120016x.thumb.jpg.9b21639862b49da7f944abead7f20ded.jpg" data-fileid="28122" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120016x.thumb.jpg.9b21639862b49da7f944abead7f20ded.jpg" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	This is the top view showing the line of the spoke more clearly.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="jpg" data-fileid="28123" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120017x.jpg.c19a711297a856b2e0c849990a700d30.jpg" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120017x.thumb.jpg.33a095e155eb3bb00092f52dfcc0b3a6.jpg" data-fileid="28123" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120017x.thumb.jpg.33a095e155eb3bb00092f52dfcc0b3a6.jpg" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Carry on to complete the row of spokes.  You can hold them with a drop of PVA glue if you didn't use double sided tape.  You can get away without using glue at all if you have a steady hand!
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28116" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120018.JPG.a34e01caa195f272932a172e6d0845f7.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120018.thumb.JPG.7a32b694204a49212c44549b6cacdeef.JPG" data-fileid="28116" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120018.thumb.JPG.7a32b694204a49212c44549b6cacdeef.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Fit the second spoke retainer ring and screw it in place.  Check each spoke to make sure none have jumped out of position.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28117" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120019.JPG.8e79b6b7731e8756a191c8cc7f86de3a.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120019.thumb.JPG.2a4d6a11b6a128121cbc1ded6037ce2e.JPG" data-fileid="28117" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120019.thumb.JPG.2a4d6a11b6a128121cbc1ded6037ce2e.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	This completes the stage.
</p>
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<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Stage 84 gives us the first parts for the rear right wheel, but first we fit the dashboard.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Note that the wheel photos are copied from stage 21, so the wheel jig is in the photo, but is only supplied in stage 21, not this stage.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28090" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120003.JPG.a2117b119d3e662178016f88c7384fc0.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120003.thumb.JPG.e819c7090854143e7208ba9453d0c74a.JPG" data-fileid="28090" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120003.thumb.JPG.e819c7090854143e7208ba9453d0c74a.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
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<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	We start with the rear view mirror.  Retrieve this from your box of parts and push it in place in the head lining.  The instructions said not to remove the blue protective film, but I decided to anyway as I don't think the mirror is likely to get scratched during subsequent assembly.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180668.JPG.d158493ae6b5c398454c8b04e4283b72.JPG" data-fileid="32787" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32787" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180668.thumb.JPG.23d5a17f66fbb207d762beb8325b85ab.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180668.thumb.JPG.23d5a17f66fbb207d762beb8325b85ab.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Take the dash board and fit it to the front of the body section.  It's secured with two type C screws.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180669.JPG.dc47591b074be2c81c481fa27b5047b6.JPG" data-fileid="32788" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32788" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180669.thumb.JPG.84ae7aecf8c229002479f1f793569809.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180669.thumb.JPG.84ae7aecf8c229002479f1f793569809.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	It looks like this from the top.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180670.JPG.01587953845c99dae16dca5e72a9efb7.JPG" data-fileid="32789" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32789" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180670.thumb.JPG.7754b11540fe44c83ea695f79035a0b9.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180670.thumb.JPG.7754b11540fe44c83ea695f79035a0b9.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Now fit the dashboard support which is also fitted with two type C screws.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180671.JPG.ddd0f4338e9e86d4531d6bd0eeb17e0f.JPG" data-fileid="32790" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32790" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180671.thumb.JPG.a455e6cc6fcf5ff9b07d7170285ece90.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180671.thumb.JPG.a455e6cc6fcf5ff9b07d7170285ece90.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Here's a close up showing the screw locations.
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<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180672.JPG.f0c4cb5217a9014732cd22e3de8d145e.JPG" data-fileid="32791" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32791" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180672.thumb.JPG.fe98a0f7a630488e8dea82f41fd1c13c.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180672.thumb.JPG.fe98a0f7a630488e8dea82f41fd1c13c.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Take the steering wheel assembly and feed the two wires and the column through the hole in the dashboard.  Note how the lug on the steering wheel shroud fits into the bracket on the back of the dashboard.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180673.JPG.48f2cb17c108e5080e9062b360f9c51b.JPG" data-fileid="32792" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32792" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180673.thumb.JPG.ac54c4f5cbc902d372e1199831466e0e.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180673.thumb.JPG.ac54c4f5cbc902d372e1199831466e0e.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Use a type B screw to secure the steering wheel assembly.  Note how the back of the shroud fills the hole in the dashboard.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180674.JPG.343f2c07e7b2a13791d5c3a807de473e.JPG" data-fileid="32793" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32793" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180674.thumb.JPG.936f76aa64d8e22566484452976a99d7.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180674.thumb.JPG.936f76aa64d8e22566484452976a99d7.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Insert the control in the hole nearest the ignition switch.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180675.JPG.194a100fc7a3537bde5113b878388d8f.JPG" data-fileid="32794" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32794" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180675.thumb.JPG.0c05176949d8117456532ec5db6337ca.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180675.thumb.JPG.0c05176949d8117456532ec5db6337ca.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Screw the switch and bracket assembly from stage 81 in place.  Make sure that the switch clicks when you press the control.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180676.JPG.6328f3101295f3aeee5b2717ef72eb80.JPG" data-fileid="32795" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32795" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180676.thumb.JPG.a8801a3055368f13405cd9540f15b44d.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180676.thumb.JPG.a8801a3055368f13405cd9540f15b44d.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Glue the other control in the other hole.  There is no switch for this one to operate.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180681.JPG.22bf33d449d51b00b15ad72bb5b35571.JPG" data-fileid="32800" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32800" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180681.thumb.JPG.1a983f773876fcab87684cd62f30c92d.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180681.thumb.JPG.1a983f773876fcab87684cd62f30c92d.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Take the fire extinguisher from stage 75 and push it onto the tab by the passenger door.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180677.JPG.a6e10121e3d7507daa3d0f6344987768.JPG" data-fileid="32796" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32796" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180677.thumb.JPG.8748a6883eb1a8d19eba89ad8e6ff61b.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180677.thumb.JPG.8748a6883eb1a8d19eba89ad8e6ff61b.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Use a bit of masking tape to tame the wires.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180678.JPG.cc9fa5598524a937a7c12521c60cda13.JPG" data-fileid="32797" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32797" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180678.thumb.JPG.b3d0f385c3f73cc1efe3d750dc3d35cb.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180678.thumb.JPG.b3d0f385c3f73cc1efe3d750dc3d35cb.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	The dash should look like this from the driver's door.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180679.JPG.2beae713ad5269b8c1e1fa30f60ed781.JPG" data-fileid="32798" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32798" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180679.thumb.JPG.a83f04a0d1082d496677787093803eb3.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180679.thumb.JPG.a83f04a0d1082d496677787093803eb3.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	This completes teh stage as far as the bodywork goes.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180680.JPG.9be2f09b8df8497fdd68f4821aba2377.JPG" data-fileid="32799" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32799" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180680.thumb.JPG.20d57574873ccb39a73b4b31fa6eea14.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180680.thumb.JPG.20d57574873ccb39a73b4b31fa6eea14.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Now we can start work on the wheel.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Start by placing the inner wheel rim on the jig.  There is a pin on the jig that goes in a hole in the rim.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28091" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120004.JPG.10e907ea675e9d7a5ad62058015c706f.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120004.thumb.JPG.8dabda23bc5eee1a85b87a0412ebaf28.JPG" data-fileid="28091" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120004.thumb.JPG.8dabda23bc5eee1a85b87a0412ebaf28.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Place the plastic hub type B on the centre of the jig.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28092" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120005.JPG.a697c6bdf26b2f0e15c1707694a0a66a.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120005.thumb.JPG.93ddda8228ea6310faa4274029ff7f7f.JPG" data-fileid="28092" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120005.thumb.JPG.93ddda8228ea6310faa4274029ff7f7f.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Now press the type A hub in position.  There is no alignment pin, and you will probably need to rotate it a little to get good spoke alignment.  More on that later.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	When I started assembling the spokes I found that some of them were difficult to insert in the hub.  So I ran a 0.5mm drill through each hole in the hub which cleared out the odd bur and made the spokes easier to insert.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28093" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120006.JPG.3cb6e14419e95021331bea41accc6288.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120006.thumb.JPG.cd7290ce05c55d7b8270a16d30002a41.JPG" data-fileid="28093" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120006.thumb.JPG.cd7290ce05c55d7b8270a16d30002a41.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Start inserting the spokes (type B spokes) so that they lay on the rim neatly.  Insert the spokes in the bottom row on holes, and leave a hole between each spoke.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28094" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120007.JPG.4681232d9757252be28fb7e92972f03c.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120007.thumb.JPG.b2d1020f31ee89884a853aec5e9176bd.JPG" data-fileid="28094" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120007.thumb.JPG.b2d1020f31ee89884a853aec5e9176bd.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Looks like this from the top.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28095" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120008.JPG.8593c5e71d7f07631aa92742f8707313.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120008.thumb.JPG.2dcefea20163a1c643384f998535b329.JPG" data-fileid="28095" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120008.thumb.JPG.2dcefea20163a1c643384f998535b329.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Carry on until you have completed the layer on spokes.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28096" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120009.JPG.c6cba2f9f301d0c68ae0bdb0ea9abea6.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120009.thumb.JPG.5244138fe6ab956f8d36fc2734f4b6f2.JPG" data-fileid="28096" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120009.thumb.JPG.5244138fe6ab956f8d36fc2734f4b6f2.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	The instructions suggest either using double sided tape or glue to hold the spoke in position while you assemble the wheel.  I chose to use PVA glue since it is flexible as will allow the spokes to move a little.  I wouldn't use superglue; it's too rigid for this application.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28097" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120010.JPG.3fde10b2f3d278a27da6d3c75f550e7a.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120010.thumb.JPG.e6fecb57f378646f9997c1b92236a981.JPG" data-fileid="28097" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120010.thumb.JPG.e6fecb57f378646f9997c1b92236a981.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Now start fitting the second layer of spokes (type A spokes).  These are inserted in the top row of holes, immediately to the left of the first set of spokes.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28098" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120011.JPG.a3ee9bb7b9ee546fb3474bf69e3b1bbb.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120011.thumb.JPG.0f58c168f7f62fa914f96f5623b30983.JPG" data-fileid="28098" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120011.thumb.JPG.0f58c168f7f62fa914f96f5623b30983.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Complete the layer of spokes.  Now you may need to twist the hub slightly to get nice even triangular pattern in the spokes.  
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28099" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120012.JPG.3efa23921353517c3430c28a8464d47c.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120012.thumb.JPG.607003abf32a5bebed23bd8a13497a01.JPG" data-fileid="28099" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120012.thumb.JPG.607003abf32a5bebed23bd8a13497a01.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Take the spoke retainer ring and note the arrows on this and the rim to help align the spoke retainer.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28100" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120013.JPG.6b7dedd572cb9d7bcd333305f1bb3183.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120013.thumb.JPG.be32be8bd6fba8df1d3ccfe2ffce14a2.JPG" data-fileid="28100" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120013.thumb.JPG.be32be8bd6fba8df1d3ccfe2ffce14a2.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	Carefully place the retainer over the spokes making sure the arrows still line up.  Press it home carefully then check each spoke to ensure that none of them have jumped out.  They can be put back with a pair of tweezers of necessary.  No need to remove the retainer ring.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	<a data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="28101" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120014.JPG.bc4d8e5693e7cabd178de23ffe9a1133.JPG" rel="" style="background-color:transparent;"><img alt="P8120014.thumb.JPG.fde64b5bcd78d9edd8e90726cbabc368.JPG" data-fileid="28101" data-ratio="75.00" style="border-style:none;vertical-align:middle;height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2024_08/P8120014.thumb.JPG.fde64b5bcd78d9edd8e90726cbabc368.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	The retainer ring isn't glued so store it carefully.
</p>

<p style="color:#353c41;font-size:14px;">
	This completes the stage.
</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9976</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 23:44:39 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>250 GTO Pack 11 - Stage 83.  Roof and head lining.</title><link>https://community.agoramodels.com/topic/9973-250-gto-pack-11-stage-83-roof-and-head-lining/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Stage 83 gives us the roof, head lining and some other details.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32766" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270393.JPG.ed224599ab94a0d06d7adaaae63a8eaa.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P2270393.thumb.JPG.a9f70b4eb6800debdc9a221692600e37.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32766" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270393.thumb.JPG.a9f70b4eb6800debdc9a221692600e37.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Put the roof in place on the rear body.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32767" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160647.JPG.b277917593b3725182f56878e8e22437.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4160647.thumb.JPG.fe5c05284eee018575a5760925126554.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32767" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160647.thumb.JPG.fe5c05284eee018575a5760925126554.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	It's secured with 2 type N screws from inside.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32768" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160648.JPG.8039c0e3e6076efd7d782f38721fa016.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4160648.thumb.JPG.f0cdf4c4bb8550bcf312655f5ed99804.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32768" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160648.thumb.JPG.f0cdf4c4bb8550bcf312655f5ed99804.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	And two type C screws that go into the vertical frame.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32769" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160649.JPG.889017bbb64a94dafe22367500abfe4d.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4160649.thumb.JPG.d92fadc48a2890c0d7ff93cdfc427523.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32769" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160649.thumb.JPG.d92fadc48a2890c0d7ff93cdfc427523.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	You also need to ensure that the pin on the framework goes into the hole in the windscreen pillar.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32770" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160650.JPG.233e935a9af007dc1cef70675c305c84.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4160650.thumb.JPG.b322e031822c82e467f71545aa6e2cfa.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32770" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160650.thumb.JPG.b322e031822c82e467f71545aa6e2cfa.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Instert the fuel tank filler plate into the headlining.  It will only go one way round.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32772" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160652.JPG.2d8e34016b569ac599b78e781675e7b7.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4160652.thumb.JPG.51ffca7cdc99004e047f4f549b53809f.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32772" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160652.thumb.JPG.51ffca7cdc99004e047f4f549b53809f.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Now fit the headlining inside the roof.  It's secured with 4 type N screws.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32773" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160653.JPG.1f7ac1cb64f03fac0655608b800e2706.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4160653.thumb.JPG.fc89506a325d561acdb5a829e0a12cb5.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32773" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160653.thumb.JPG.fc89506a325d561acdb5a829e0a12cb5.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Make are that it's fully seated.  The red screw posts should protrude from the head lining.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32774" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160654.JPG.b5711a3ba3d4106efb2bf6679149b9b8.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4160654.thumb.JPG.019acc64b2ef67a0b73d2836b3388580.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32774" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160654.thumb.JPG.019acc64b2ef67a0b73d2836b3388580.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The round silver stickers are provided to cover the red screw posts.  The larger ones go nearest the edge and the smaller ones go on the protruding screw posts.  As an alternative, you could touch in the red paint with silver which may make a neater job.  
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32775" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160655.JPG.05d060d60d6667a78cb763432f06ca19.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4160655.thumb.JPG.26e2f840a0530e38b0c27904c10d0168.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32775" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160655.thumb.JPG.26e2f840a0530e38b0c27904c10d0168.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Take the roll bar that was supplied in stage 75 and fit it in place.  It's fitted from the back, inserting the studs into the eh subframe into the holes in the ends of the roll bar.  Then ease the roll bar over the ridges in the head lining and screw it in place with two type N screws.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32776" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160656.JPG.2da577e4a1a7e4bf03507b05dd05411e.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4160656.thumb.JPG.9ccff216430314e76188a06961c4206c.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32776" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160656.thumb.JPG.9ccff216430314e76188a06961c4206c.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Press the fuel filler flap on place.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" data-fileext="JPG" data-fileid="32777" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160657.JPG.888553d79a3d2b15cf32b92c2031061c.JPG" rel=""><img alt="P4160657.thumb.JPG.bde0b613d94158afd88a289347a08232.JPG" class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32777" data-ratio="75.00" style="height:auto;" width="1000" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4160657.thumb.JPG.bde0b613d94158afd88a289347a08232.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Now we can fit the doors.  Put the right door in position.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180658.JPG.e9b588bac06ae3ac625319fb3757eb6f.JPG" data-fileid="32778" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32778" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180658.thumb.JPG.1100b5ba0140f33f3a233552ea79b830.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180658.thumb.JPG.1100b5ba0140f33f3a233552ea79b830.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The hinge locates in the vertical frame here.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180659.JPG.3332ce2b26dcfc87b47b74ba23c173e9.JPG" data-fileid="32779" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32779" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180659.thumb.JPG.1f97776efb027e1cdfdadf49fc27e54a.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180659.thumb.JPG.1f97776efb027e1cdfdadf49fc27e54a.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The door is secured with two type C screws from the inside.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180661.JPG.7902d9331188965cc314ddcbfad0f641.JPG" data-fileid="32781" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32781" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180661.thumb.JPG.b0b12eb5ceb4c7150cca1786a5aa018b.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180661.thumb.JPG.b0b12eb5ceb4c7150cca1786a5aa018b.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Check that the door opens and closes nicely.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180662.JPG.902545ae2ffcc79d3db33af9df94da5d.JPG" data-fileid="32782" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32782" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180662.thumb.JPG.6d2fc770181c60e1d2bffb92b3384320.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180662.thumb.JPG.6d2fc770181c60e1d2bffb92b3384320.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Repeat with the left door.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180663.JPG.98b0543efc96291ab174e640fd5fac94.JPG" data-fileid="32783" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32783" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180663.thumb.JPG.d81f51428bf6b113502e755fd1d2a3f3.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180663.thumb.JPG.d81f51428bf6b113502e755fd1d2a3f3.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Push the brake and indicator LEDs in place.  The brake LEDs have red connectors and the indicators have orange connectors.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180664.JPG.6d8565789a8bfc67e33d8faa3cb4fb76.JPG" data-fileid="32784" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32784" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180664.thumb.JPG.519285b7109cfb23a4c22cc75e69ccd8.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180664.thumb.JPG.519285b7109cfb23a4c22cc75e69ccd8.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	A piece of masking tape will help tame the wires and that completes the stage.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180665.JPG.673ea289989529a9d17f0403b29d5a6d.JPG" data-fileid="32785" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32785" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P4180665.thumb.JPG.ce734c720851c2ad8a9934935f203ed1.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P4180665.thumb.JPG.ce734c720851c2ad8a9934935f203ed1.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9973</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:00:08 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>250 GTO Pack 11 - Stage 82.  The battery.</title><link>https://community.agoramodels.com/topic/9970-250-gto-pack-11-stage-82-the-battery/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Stage 82 gives us the battery and some other details.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2250373.JPG.7cd1752117f85044e2257be2ba9c5fea.JPG" data-fileid="32746" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32746" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2250373.thumb.JPG.5dd4c1af1ad921dbee9b109968aee95a.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2250373.thumb.JPG.5dd4c1af1ad921dbee9b109968aee95a.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	First of all we need to remove the universal joint from the steering shaft.  Use a cross head screwdriver and remove the screw as shown in the photo below.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270375.JPG.657906b1872d77ab250e7f90eac403ff.JPG" data-fileid="32748" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32748" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270375.thumb.JPG.78502156b1c9c7b79d129159a4539577.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270375.thumb.JPG.78502156b1c9c7b79d129159a4539577.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	These are the pieces that you should have removed.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270376.JPG.f7e5f0362cbdbb57f118b9b33fa2aade.JPG" data-fileid="32749" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32749" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270376.thumb.JPG.993b56951f8e31361d8ee4511942e38b.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270376.thumb.JPG.993b56951f8e31361d8ee4511942e38b.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The steering shaft is left looking like this.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270377.JPG.450fc9246caeceab1bc2495f62b00f9d.JPG" data-fileid="32750" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32750" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270377.thumb.JPG.39b4ca8339dd55573098d901a70090d4.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270377.thumb.JPG.39b4ca8339dd55573098d901a70090d4.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Take the steering column and the parts just removed from the model.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270378.JPG.cf739a97d8d4b9a4443d90311832a00d.JPG" data-fileid="32751" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32751" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270378.thumb.JPG.a65972653be33ab0adebce221044809e.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270378.thumb.JPG.a65972653be33ab0adebce221044809e.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Fit them together as shown.  I found that the screw removed from the steering shaft was too small, so I used a spare type C screw.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270379.JPG.f5645fd49836535fee2e5e3079b2c4bd.JPG" data-fileid="32752" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32752" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270379.thumb.JPG.9fbc61044984823b02bd0bba907dfe21.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270379.thumb.JPG.9fbc61044984823b02bd0bba907dfe21.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	I put the screw I removed from the steering shaft back in place in the shaft to keep it safe.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270380.JPG.6b25f38a66f1b2f4cfa377fac090075c.JPG" data-fileid="32753" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32753" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270380.thumb.JPG.4d9e7c27eebe1a8f0f6411df76b0891b.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270380.thumb.JPG.4d9e7c27eebe1a8f0f6411df76b0891b.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The instructions say to push the horn cable further into the steering wheel shroud, but I found that it wouldn't push in any further.  
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270381.JPG.7f6ce56f23c882b47800bf7ddb5b5451.JPG" data-fileid="32754" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32754" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270381.thumb.JPG.b4b792c0ae8129829dc412853bde3010.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270381.thumb.JPG.b4b792c0ae8129829dc412853bde3010.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Now we move on to the parts supplied in this stage.  Fit the battery tray to the firewall with a type B screw.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270382.JPG.cca220b347a61d232ec9ca5b23c3ade9.JPG" data-fileid="32755" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32755" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270382.thumb.JPG.4ec347639105c998ecbab9629c35be87.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270382.thumb.JPG.4ec347639105c998ecbab9629c35be87.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Fit the battery to the tray.  It's push fit.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270383.JPG.f6875a5bc1c2f128bf6477bbb50c268c.JPG" data-fileid="32756" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32756" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270383.thumb.JPG.3845ea4cca9dc61fc1217e2c0ba5afde.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270383.thumb.JPG.3845ea4cca9dc61fc1217e2c0ba5afde.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>{use teh two terminals onto the battery cover.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270384.JPG.2a40f0bb00a8a38ea30141fd34ee47d2.JPG" data-fileid="32757" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32757" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270384.thumb.JPG.07959b59032314c9ffe231034970097c.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270384.thumb.JPG.07959b59032314c9ffe231034970097c.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Fit this to the battery.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270385.JPG.92b94a1a9c7d6e53c82e3169ed54ba1e.JPG" data-fileid="32758" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32758" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270385.thumb.JPG.d8a5ce2f58c1de265caa972cc831a36c.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270385.thumb.JPG.d8a5ce2f58c1de265caa972cc831a36c.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Finally fit the battery handle.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270386.JPG.4a499dd39b892be000f20f1351f0a6e7.JPG" data-fileid="32759" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32759" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270386.thumb.JPG.b68299cc66841bd5d0ba6a8be88401df.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270386.thumb.JPG.b68299cc66841bd5d0ba6a8be88401df.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Screw the air duct to the panel with a type B screw.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270387.JPG.ee6487275b8018ec066924efb595d4ad.JPG" data-fileid="32760" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32760" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270387.thumb.JPG.19dd1de1c82086f6f1f75119aa7473a6.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270387.thumb.JPG.19dd1de1c82086f6f1f75119aa7473a6.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Fit the reservoir bracket to the panel just below the VIN plate.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270388.JPG.8a7c20bb02204b16c47e7434b816b143.JPG" data-fileid="32761" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32761" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270388.thumb.JPG.d6df99eac3a48f51998f1dee0d1ccb05.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270388.thumb.JPG.d6df99eac3a48f51998f1dee0d1ccb05.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Push the cover onto the brake fluid reservoir.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270389.JPG.1a3546671d8526e8c6f8dc6e170826af.JPG" data-fileid="32762" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32762" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270389.thumb.JPG.6bae5ebf90c0da5f9c6ed3dd1a722346.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270389.thumb.JPG.6bae5ebf90c0da5f9c6ed3dd1a722346.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Fit the brake fluid reservoir to the bracket.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270391.JPG.d0361c41ee452b5a9b33e0a50df5facd.JPG" data-fileid="32764" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32764" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270391.thumb.JPG.464714e16ce3ecbe21fb0d76e1d6e456.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270391.thumb.JPG.464714e16ce3ecbe21fb0d76e1d6e456.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Here's a close up.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270390.JPG.f988f416c585741fa06699208fd621a7.JPG" data-fileid="32763" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32763" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270390.thumb.JPG.3208fbfb7a01f61da4ee0dabbfd6db81.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270390.thumb.JPG.3208fbfb7a01f61da4ee0dabbfd6db81.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	This completes the stage.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270392.JPG.de36a810e96b89e4c784fde4d3f38414.JPG" data-fileid="32765" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32765" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2270392.thumb.JPG.63615987a4428ebb5594435ae408601e.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2270392.thumb.JPG.63615987a4428ebb5594435ae408601e.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">9970</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:41:22 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>250 GTO Pack 11 - Stage 81.  Dashboard and firewall details.</title><link>https://community.agoramodels.com/topic/9969-250-gto-pack-11-stage-81-dashboard-and-firewall-details/</link><description><![CDATA[<p>
	Stage 81 gives us some details for the dashboard and firewall.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150326.JPG.52c057b8896ce91bcada0361ccdc9212.JPG" data-fileid="32719" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32719" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150326.thumb.JPG.d78858dc61ad7818eeec16bb55458be9.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150326.thumb.JPG.d78858dc61ad7818eeec16bb55458be9.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Push the cover on to the windscreen wiper motor.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150327.JPG.9fc0e3063eae7b7c10a2d50b513eb421.JPG" data-fileid="32720" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32720" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150327.thumb.JPG.362c1df412978528149a375fac086ded.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150327.thumb.JPG.362c1df412978528149a375fac086ded.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Fit the motor bracket to the dashboard support with a type B screw.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150329.JPG.a6b872d2f81ae2ce9942090e87ad74d4.JPG" data-fileid="32722" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32722" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150329.thumb.JPG.8a56379b9e0edeeb906398d2e96e9f51.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150329.thumb.JPG.8a56379b9e0edeeb906398d2e96e9f51.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Here's a close up.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150328.JPG.a90aab98c1a40c5f0aa4343f4ded6605.JPG" data-fileid="32721" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32721" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150328.thumb.JPG.ce3e5850f72aa148ff812007263f4c90.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150328.thumb.JPG.ce3e5850f72aa148ff812007263f4c90.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Push the wiper motor onto the bracket as shown.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150331.JPG.938913290003437619bccf1bee8ea4e5.JPG" data-fileid="32724" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32724" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150331.thumb.JPG.595d2a3f1b309710cdd94d07a423941e.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150331.thumb.JPG.595d2a3f1b309710cdd94d07a423941e.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The two controls fit in the dashboard support like this.  They are pushed in from the back.  However, they are loose so keep them somewhere safe for now.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150332.JPG.cbfe242ec706b88e7b83d29f0cb68d9b.JPG" data-fileid="32725" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32725" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150332.thumb.JPG.3bd79059440a472a359ec2d349b678f2.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150332.thumb.JPG.3bd79059440a472a359ec2d349b678f2.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	They look like this from the front.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150333.JPG.1e434f742a2f1eb9833ef4a3b76c7a5a.JPG" data-fileid="32726" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32726" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150333.thumb.JPG.f14b7cce08f78806c815859914fe39d4.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150333.thumb.JPG.f14b7cce08f78806c815859914fe39d4.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Take the switch for the ignition key.  It will be fitted in the orientation shown.  This switch has a green connector.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150334.JPG.49eda95f5351eb4dcb6b6b7dfbf4e5be.JPG" data-fileid="32727" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32727" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150334.thumb.JPG.b8b8d9a396805e891664eb973e8bf86f.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150334.thumb.JPG.b8b8d9a396805e891664eb973e8bf86f.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Push it into the rear of the dashboard support.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150336.JPG.fa8facb09a7d8120063eca18b4350143.JPG" data-fileid="32729" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32729" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150336.thumb.JPG.c93ee41d624e806939ec255e51dc9fc8.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150336.thumb.JPG.c93ee41d624e806939ec255e51dc9fc8.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Fit the ignition switch bezel to the front of the dashboard support.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150337.JPG.44c9586fb9b2f560f85718332016f59b.JPG" data-fileid="32730" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32730" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150337.thumb.JPG.df4e247ca087865b23b7845094834deb.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150337.thumb.JPG.df4e247ca087865b23b7845094834deb.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The key fits nicely, but keep it safe for now to avoid losing it.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150339.JPG.0d7c30b7025943fb12cfbea3bcc68b1c.JPG" data-fileid="32732" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32732" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150339.thumb.JPG.9868360aa1dc77a10d48ae54a1287a26.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150339.thumb.JPG.9868360aa1dc77a10d48ae54a1287a26.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Fit the ignition coil caps into the coil bodies.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150340.JPG.0ccf5b408c8147567576b7c6aa17c00f.JPG" data-fileid="32733" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32733" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150340.thumb.JPG.a9576212ec773fc5025e9f5a251d7fd2.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150340.thumb.JPG.a9576212ec773fc5025e9f5a251d7fd2.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Complete the coils by fitting the other half of the bodies.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150341.JPG.6b48d456d1eecb56981ee8849f75a627.JPG" data-fileid="32734" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32734" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150341.thumb.JPG.13e4d17ac2dc50ed96068537c20c3419.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150341.thumb.JPG.13e4d17ac2dc50ed96068537c20c3419.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	The coils fit onto the firewall.  They are a firm push fit.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150342.JPG.9a929932ecda880659c8898fe95da4aa.JPG" data-fileid="32735" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32735" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150342.thumb.JPG.2b6672b0ff50ac49972f4502bd007166.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150342.thumb.JPG.2b6672b0ff50ac49972f4502bd007166.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Take the instrument panel LED and push it into the back of the panel.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150343.JPG.6daa9f0134172f4641cae79368e36088.JPG" data-fileid="32736" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32736" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150343.thumb.JPG.9f37d3a448c2045c9217a7e48c2e5262.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150343.thumb.JPG.9f37d3a448c2045c9217a7e48c2e5262.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	Take the remaining switch (yellow connector) and fit it to the switch bracket.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150346.JPG.6728e723577a2d5f3d82ee78e349f584.JPG" data-fileid="32739" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32739" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150346.thumb.JPG.117846806117a2d5f57594bca2a7c1d2.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150346.thumb.JPG.117846806117a2d5f57594bca2a7c1d2.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

<p>
	This completes the stage.
</p>

<p>
	<a class="ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image" href="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150349.JPG.e8c269f14418decc6789826c4fdb0c19.JPG" data-fileid="32742" data-fileext="JPG" rel=""><img class="ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed" data-fileid="32742" data-ratio="75.00" width="1000" alt="P2150349.thumb.JPG.62d853df2f6bcfdfb006db86a42fd029.JPG" data-src="//media.invisioncic.com/c292494/monthly_2025_04/P2150349.thumb.JPG.62d853df2f6bcfdfb006db86a42fd029.JPG" src="https://community.agoramodels.com/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></a>
</p>

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