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Solo Lap
Sweden
Приєднався 2 лис 2006
I'm Mark, also known as 'Solo Lap' for only ever having one seat in my early track cars. I'm an ocd British petrolhead, now living in rural Sweden and I've loved messing around with cars since I first got my driving license in the 90s. Over the years I've owned lots of different vehicles, with the focus always being FUN.
Like a lot of people, I started to make little tweaks to my cars, and with each car those tweaks evolved and multiplied along with my self taught skills. Although I love to drive a car on the open road or track, I think my love is more in the garage...nothing beats making a (hopeful) improvement and then testing it out, learning as I go.
This channel will be full of videos of me working on my cars, driving them (maybe) and what it's like to be a petrolhead here in Sweden. New content every week is the plan!
solo.lap
Like a lot of people, I started to make little tweaks to my cars, and with each car those tweaks evolved and multiplied along with my self taught skills. Although I love to drive a car on the open road or track, I think my love is more in the garage...nothing beats making a (hopeful) improvement and then testing it out, learning as I go.
This channel will be full of videos of me working on my cars, driving them (maybe) and what it's like to be a petrolhead here in Sweden. New content every week is the plan!
solo.lap
INSTALLING A CARBON BONNET ON THE GTI-R
As the title says, finally got round to installing some of the carbon on the Pulsar! This time, it's the carbon bonnet from Knightracer in the UK :)
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Fitting Custom Braid Wheels Onto The GTiR 👌
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It's that time again when I go buy custom wheels because the perfect fitment (without spacers), just doesn't exist... This time, I went with the Spanish motorsport wheel manufacturer, Braid. Braid are known for extremely tough wheels and they also offer a bespoke service. Many emails, photos and months and here we are.
HOW EASY IS IT TO REPAIR DAMAGED CARBON FIBRE?
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I bought a carbon boot lid recently for the Nissan and sadly (as is often the case) it arrived with some edge damage. So I thought it would be a good opportunity to see just how easy it is to actually repair damaged carbon. Let's find out!
FRONT RUNNER FOOT REST FITTING IN THE GTIR
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Short one this week! I stumbled across a company in Aus called Front Runner Motorsport, they make several parts for the GTiR including Nismo replica items such as this footrest. I got talking to them and they made me one in black powder coat (normally they're bare aluminium), and it arrived today :)
HOW TO INSTALL A NEW DIPSTICK HANDLE ON YOUR EVO
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Nice and short video for once! I picked up one of the awesome titanium dipstick handles from JDC in the US and today it arrived, so here's the install :) Music from #InAudio: inaudio.org/ Grey Clouds
HOW TO SETUP YOUR CAMBER USING CAMBER BOLTS AND YOUR PHONE!
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I've been measuring and measuring for new wheels recently and just as I thought I was all set with width and offset, I noticed the camber on the Nissan, especially at the rear was...shall we say 'poor' looking. So I decided before I pull the trigger on the new wheels that I'd do something about the camber by using camber bolts AND set them up via my phone... Music track: Coastline by shandr Sou...
PROJECT EKP HONDA MIRRORS ON A NISSAN!
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The oem mirrors on my Pulsar were not great...Not sure why, but they weren't manual, and they weren't electric, so you could only adjust them by pressing on the glass and they moved constantly! After much searching, I came across some Nissan Motorsport/Garage Defend style mirrors from a company called Project EKP. I took some rough measurements, and ordered a set, thinking (after doing this sor...
UNBOXING CARBON GOODIES FOR THE PULSAR GTIR!
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I needed a bit of a pick me up with the cars, as of late the various jobs I've been doing have just seemed never ending for one reason or another... So when I realised that RallyTech in the UK also offer their awesome carbon door cards for the Pulsar, I ordered a set hoping they'd be just the pick up I needed...but things don't always go to plan!
FITTING THE 242g REVERIE CARBON STEERING WHEEL IN THE GTIR
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I've ALWAYS wanted to buy a carbon steering wheel...just have to get that out there, but for some reason, I just never have, until now that is!
HOW TO CONVERT ORANGE LENSES TO CLEAR WITHOUT USING AN OVEN!
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When I got the Pulsar it had lovely clear side lenses but one was cracked so I replaced them with new lenses and sadly, they had orange covers inside and it bugged me... So fast forward several months and I decided to fix it, mainly as I wanted to see if it would be possible to do without the usual separating/baking/oven technique. I imagine this can apply to a lot of lenses, you'll just have t...
FITTING A PRO ALLOY EXPANSION TANK ON THE EVO V
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I started making this video once (with a tank from STM Tuned) but the tank didn't fit because my car has poly engine mounts! So let's try again, this time with the all singing and dancing tank from the guys at Pro Alloy in the UK.
USING HELPER SPRINGS TO LOWER YOUR RIDE HEIGHT
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In a recent video I fitted some fantastic Meister R coilovers to the Pulsar BUT although the fronts had plenty of room to go low, the rears just weren't quite what I was after because my car is lighter.... So after some discussion with Meister, we decided that installing some helper springs on the rear might help and give me the ride height I was looking for! It's worth saying that this approac...
FITTING REVERIE MULSANNE C CARBON SEATS IN THE GTiR!
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Following on from the test fit video I made recently with the Pulsar, the seats arrived from Reverie, so let's see what they're like and get them in the car!
TAKING THE TOUR AT KAISER CLASSIC IN STOCKHOLM!
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A while ago I spotted a rather nice 190E with Evo 2 bodykit for sale here in Sweden at a company called Kaiser Classic. I got talking to the salesman there, Greg and we realised quite quickly that we were both from the UK! The 190E didn't pan out at the time, but I kept in touch with Greg and when my player 2 and I found ourselves in Stockholm, I asked Greg if he was around for a visit and he w...
THE GTiR GETS SOME BUCKET SEATS (SORT OF)...
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This isn't so much of a how to video, but more of a 'how I intend to' video :P I decided that while I was waiting for the new seats to arrive, I'd test fit the Planted subframes and one of the Sparco seats from the Evo in the Pulsar as I figure out how I want to do things.
INSTALLING MEISTER R GT1 COILOVERS ON THE GTiR (PART 2 of 2)
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INSTALLING MEISTER R GT1 COILOVERS ON THE GTiR (PART 2 of 2)
INSTALLING MEISTER R GT1 COILOVERS ON THE GTiR (PART 1 of 2)
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INSTALLING MEISTER R GT1 COILOVERS ON THE GTiR (PART 1 of 2)
HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN CARBON SLAM PANEL (PART 3 of 3)
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HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN CARBON SLAM PANEL (PART 3 of 3)
HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN CARBON SLAM PANEL (PART 2 of 3)
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HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN CARBON SLAM PANEL (PART 2 of 3)
HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN CARBON SLAM PANEL (PART 1 of 3)
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HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN CARBON SLAM PANEL (PART 1 of 3)
BLITZ VS K&N VS AFE...AIR FILTER SOUND OFF!
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BLITZ VS K&N VS AFE...AIR FILTER SOUND OFF!
MAKING AND FITTING A CUSTOM SUN STRIP ON YOUR OWN
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MAKING AND FITTING A CUSTOM SUN STRIP ON YOUR OWN
GTiR AFTERMARKET EXPANSION TANK INSTALL
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GTiR AFTERMARKET EXPANSION TANK INSTALL
FITTING A 3D PRINTED HEADLAMP DUCT TO THE GTIR
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FITTING A 3D PRINTED HEADLAMP DUCT TO THE GTIR
MAKING YOUR OWN RACE CAR SWITCH PANEL
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MAKING YOUR OWN RACE CAR SWITCH PANEL
RELOCATING THE BATTERY TO THE TRUNK ON A PULSAR GTIR
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RELOCATING THE BATTERY TO THE TRUNK ON A PULSAR GTIR
WAS THIS THE GREATEST EVER ESCORT COSWORTH BUILD?
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WAS THIS THE GREATEST EVER ESCORT COSWORTH BUILD?
WHAT CAUSES A SPONGY CLUTCH PEDAL ON THE PULSAR GTIR (AND HOW TO FIX IT)
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WHAT CAUSES A SPONGY CLUTCH PEDAL ON THE PULSAR GTIR (AND HOW TO FIX IT)
The casual "that's what she said" killed me hahahaha
@@jigglerish 😂
Did you just change the connectors or add something else? Then the high beam stayed on at the same time?
@ivan73197 I didn't use a relay so the main beam and dipped would stay on together. That is what you'd have to use if you wanted that setup 😇
why do u need water if its already sticky
Just one problem i say it should be the original cossie style
@lukejenkins9341 each to their own I guess? I only like the cossie in original rally trim and we can let Stian off as this car was a wrc car from the start 🤓
@@SoloLap definitely
Awesome 👏🏼
Where did you source this exhaust man I can’t find anything about the gt1.0z for cp9a I’m thinking this is partially custom, I want the exact same thing can you help point me in the right direction?
@sonofableep13 I found it on the German Ebay. I was just super lucky. They don't make them anymore and didn't make so many. I love the thing and it's currently flowing fine at 662whp.
@sonofableep13 it's a proper unicorn item. They are normally titanium, sadly this one is just stainless but still!
This is true airplane!! I usually call such cars airplanes!!☝️😊✈️🇯🇵🏁☀️☘️
Please tell me where can I get the right manifold for my clio 2 from 2003 1.2 16v Benzin.
@@Iluuu5 not sure, sorry.
Send me your e-mail please, just want to share some other thoughts and ask you some questions. thanks!
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Finally an install that solves my problem. I have some wiggle room in the bonnet when I close it so I wasn't sure how I'd line up the top hole with the pin. But your vid answers it. Hold the bonnet down where you want it, drill the pilot hole through the hood first, and then you also have your pin hole in the right location. Absolutely Brilliant! Three years later and still helping people out with this. Thanks Mark.
@dntbadk glad it helped you! I've fitted so many pins over the years and this never fails to work. Especially using the clear box to make a template with for the catch itself.
Beautiful car, may i know what was the spring rate for the helper springs ?
@@izlk you'd have to ask Miester R, I can't remember now 🙈
Do you have any information for importing cars from Canada or America? I'm interested in importing pickup trucks to Sweden.
@Jay-oj4tm same process I imagine. You'll have to pay import duty and moms on the vehicle, then you just need to get it ready for the test. If it's a known vehicle, getting the c.o.c should be easy enough.
Much More power could be helpful... Nice car.
@ZZZWorks it would change the character too much I think 🤔
@@SoloLap I like the spider as it is. Big smile. Street or Cup. A nice racecar, but only in his own class. In common with other racers the classic A110 will always win. That depends on weight and power.
@@ZZZWorks and driver 😉
congratulations! a very nice project, a question, how works the aluminium indlet? do you have a real change in performance?
The aluminium one was garbage, it was poorly designed and made for a turbo conversion. The JMS carbon one was a lot better.
Really nice project you captured on film.
Thankyou!
I have this very Gatebil DVD. Long story behind how i got it over here in the uk back in 2006. Its very much the all time ultimate escos build. Stunning. There is a tribute car in england and its frightening how similar it is. Its basically a rhd clone. Gorgeous.
Sounds like my story getting the dvd maybe!
Thanks bro appreciate it... looking for more videos on starlet
Mapp gas is useful because it burns hotter and you can hold the can in any position too. The screwdriver seems to help spreading the braze metal around when you can't get quite enough heat in there.
It's still holding up today!
Did you switch to 17s in the end ? Do they fit over 356mm brakes with the std calliper ?
No, I kept the 18s on the car iirc. Yes they fit over the larger discs!
Hafsengen is a beast to drift 4wd
He's a beast, period. 😇
Remember that in fast for didn’t henning solberg help build it
Any advice for someone looking to getting into track racing on a low budget?
Do you have a car already?
@@SoloLap no not yet
@talibancat393 ok, well if you just want to improve your driving and have fun, just buy something cheap, like a Clio RS, invest in some good rubber, better pads and fluid, seats and harnesses and then strip out excess weight. The less extreme you go, the cheaper and more reliable you are. Once you reach a decent level, upgrading suspension is a good idea. The fastest people I know on track, who have the most fun, are the ones with the simplest cars.
@@SoloLap Thanks so much for the detailed response! I'd have a look round for something to get my foot in the door with, cheers.
it was. yes.
Agreed.
This guy has now a crazy crazy fiesta
Yep, around 1,000hp if I remember right. It's so great that he continues to compete in events and do well
Gorgeous craft! I will try my best to make some pieces for my Renault, fingers crossed! :D
good luck!
P8 was my fist car, lowered and big wide tires made it a gokart. What a dreamcar❤
WoW! That is the coolest car I ever seen! Congratulations for the hard work and the end result! I bet Patrick le Quement (the designer) is prowd of you :D
That would cool if he approved of it.
"If I won the lottery I wouldn't tell anyone but there would be signs."
Amen to that 😂
Mostruosa ❤💪💪💪💪💪🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙👋👋
I own an Evo 7. If I go for an RS. Do I have to change the axels too from the RS ?
Yes you need the driveshafts also!
RESPEKT FOR THIS LITTLE COSSY!!!
Oh yes, so many times I have watched this video, definitely the greatest Escort Cosworth... But the one that pushed me to buy modest 1.6 Escort was the Getaway in Stockholm 2 Escort Cosworth, that red beast (in my eyes back then...). Too bad I couldn't find any additional photo or video about that car. Of course, Stian's Escort was a step further in every sense.
Wasn't it Getaway 1 with the Escos and Supra? 🤔 I agree though...what a car they are, the one from Getaway was over 500hp iirc.
@@SoloLap In Getaway in Stockholm 1 it was Porsche 911. I think they said in a video both Supra and Escort were around 450hp... Until this day I'm more excited to see Cosworth than some Ferraris 🙂
I remember when max power showed that car doing massive drift ❤
If i'm not mistaking, the actual car the escort rs cosworth was build on, was a ford Sierra.
Yep, that's right.
Shortened by 5cm 😁😁
What happend to the car?
It was sold to the organiser of the Gatebil show and then modified and used further at Gatebil, if memory serves me right.
@@SoloLap It's being rebuilt back to WRC spec by the new owner now. It was the only WRC car street legal in Norway before Stian made it into this.
Excellent video helped me to solve my issue 😊
Good to hear. Mine is still going strong
Amazing work 👏🏼 Love the content on this icon car
Thankyou!
I use Maxxecu Race in my Evo 8. Great bit of kit
They are. I will run one in the Pulsar at some point.
❤ looking absolutely stunning😊🔥😎
thanks BigDick!
❤❤🎉 good job mate 🔥👊🏾
Thankyou 😇
Can we see the one on the pulsar please?
It would be a really short video! If you are on instagram, just message me and I'll send you some pics
@@SoloLap I’ve DM’d you mark! SR16_Josh
does steering hard now with manual ruck ??
A little yes, at lower speeds if needing full lock, but it's fine!
Beautiful build, thanks for sharing!
No problem, glad you enjoyed watching it!
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Nice car. Did you ever have issues with these bc coilovers making loud bottoming out sound when drving on road bumps? Mine keep making loud clunks and don't know what the cause is.
Hej David, yes with the aggressive wheel setup it does rub sometimes on bumps. At some point I plan to bin the bcs as they're pretty shit really, the dampers themselves are out of their depth very quickly if you want to push the car.
@@SoloLap thanks for reply, also what suspension are you going with after the bcs?
promo sm ✔️
Where did you get the radiator brackets? I have exact car & radiator and the oem brackets do not fit so nicely
I made them from 2mm aluminium 😇
Seems very responsive for a GTX35 frame turbo. Good effort
nice work - reallys suits the Sunny. Be interested in the source for a Evo 5 tailgate that uses the latch mechanism ! look forward to it !
I'll do a video soon on fitting it. It's from Rallytech in the UK!