Chapter nine is undoubtedly the most significant milestone to date in the creation of the Rush CW460. Having fully installed the astonishing 4.6 litre Raptor V8 and Mustang box, the next task is to prepare for start-up. Akin to the countdown for a Saturn V rocket launch, I prepare and check all the critical systems; electrics, fuelling, lubricant flows ... and a few more besides. The tension is rising and the only question is will she start first time or will the sheer complexity and uniqueness of this build bite back?

Oil cooler and anodised hose fasteners

 

Bespoke oil cooler bracket fabricated from aluminium sheet

 

Remote oil filter housing, essential for a V8 Rush installation

 

Stage 1: Slide threaded hose end over braided stainless hose

 

Stage 2: Thread right angle union onto threaded section using lubricant. These cost £40 a piece!

 

Stage 3: Job done. Note the masking tape, this indicates if hose is pushed out of place during tightening

 

Polished billet alloy hose seperators by Billet Specialists. I had to get these from the States since availability in the UK is difficult to say the least

 

Oil cooler and remote oil filter in situ. Shame it will all be hidden once the nose is fitted!

 

How to hide a fuel injection wiring loom. Stage 1 is to cut two lengths of copper tube

 

Stage 2 is to drill four holes in each tube to allow the injector wires to pass through

 

Stage 3 ensures any sharp edges are removed

 

Stage 4, tubes ready for chromium powder coating

 

Once fitted it all becomes clear doesn't it? Note rubber grommets to protect wires

 

Range Rover hot wire loom. Only for the brave!

 

Removing the wires no longer required, such as air conditioning activation

 

More wires!

 

Getting there, the stunning engine keeps me going

 

ECU tray mounted under the dash

 

Hmmm, once the DAX loom is added things get worse

 

Ballest resistor, a must for the new coil and dizzy

 

New dizzy to ensure a good spark

 

Bespoke bracket to reposition alternator to miss bodywork

 

Alternator in position

 

Air flow sensor in position, will be moved once the car is complete

 

Inertia switch to stop fuel supply if you hit a wall

 

Prior to engine start, lets ensure I have brakes

 

Ready to go!

 

Something so small can release so much power!

 

Did she start first time, well almost but what a sound!