[fliptuner]

Continuation
Had to wait for a sunny day to be able to pull the motor
Thanks to Airtools pulling the motor is not as time consuming and tiring anymore! :fullofwin:


I pulled a motor yesterday too but the cherry picker was inaccessible and there wasn't enough room in front of the car.

No problem.

:fullofwin:
http://i.imgur.com/Q2uJ1CV.jpg?1
http://i.imgur.com/pdOgLwX.jpg?2

[dared3vil0]

Oil change and then cleaned all the diff fluid off of my leaking diff. URGHHH fucking damnit WHY.

http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx27/dared3vil0/Mobile%20Uploads/photo1_zpsd8609a02.jpg?t=1421304968

http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx27/dared3vil0/Mobile%20Uploads/photo3_zps4418ea53.jpg?t=1421304965


http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx27/dared3vil0/Mobile%20Uploads/photo2_zps6fd32062.jpg?t=1421304969

[thumper]

rust protection.

[dared3vil0]

:lawl:

[thumper]

iwe did this?

[dared3vil0]

Correct. They're taking care of it Monday though so not a biiiig deal. Kind of frustrating none the less.

[Gh0stRider]

trying to figure out how to turn off CEL and ebrake light.

[jackp0t]

I pulled a motor yesterday too but the cherry picker was inaccessible and there wasn't enough room in front of the car.

No problem.

:fullofwin:
http://i.imgur.com/Q2uJ1CV.jpg?1
http://i.imgur.com/pdOgLwX.jpg?2
badass!
Im gonna need your help for my next motor swap being as the only way to pull it is under and i have never done it that way.lol

Did I miss something?

I remember this car being for sale a while back... Did it just not sell and you're parting it out? Or the as the new owner you're parting everything out?

Seemed like a really nice and complete car, odd it's gettin the tear down...
Yup I am the new owner and I did intend to bring the car back to life again

even had a supercharger and turbo for her!
http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x374/jackp0t_/Mobile%20Uploads/20140605_195813.jpg (http://s1178.photobucket.com/user/jackp0t_/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20140605_195813.jpg.html)

http://i1178.photobucket.com/albums/x374/jackp0t_/Mobile%20Uploads/20140605_193647.jpg (http://s1178.photobucket.com/user/jackp0t_/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20140605_193647.jpg.html)

But i just decided to get my dream car now so unfortunately this money pit needs to go.lol

[underscore]

You were gonna twin charge it? Are you selling the s/c?

[jasonturbo]

I pulled a motor yesterday too but the cherry picker was inaccessible and there wasn't enough room in front of the car.

No problem.

:fullofwin:
http://i.imgur.com/Q2uJ1CV.jpg?1
http://i.imgur.com/pdOgLwX.jpg?2

I <3 B-Series and how easily they are removed from the bay, so many ways to skin that cat! Pictures like that make me feel all warm and fuzzy :thumbs:

PS: People who pull them out from above… :facepalm:

[fliptuner]

Definitely more than one way to do it. You use what you have and make it work.


badass!
Im gonna need your help for my next motor swap being as the only way to pull it is under and i have never done it that way.lol

Here's how I did it:

After disconnecting the usual stuff, remove all bolts for rear mount bracket (4 on a D/B), leave the L/R mounts bolted.

-w/ jack under rad support, lower the car almost as far as it'll go (no bumper/lip = lower and worth the trouble to remove)
-arrange wood blocks under the oilpan and trans
-lower car til the drivetrain just starts to sit on the wood
-remove L/R motor mounts
-jack the body up
----check when the rear mount is free and pull it out
-keep jacking the car up and make sure the drivetrain is stable on it's own
-when u max out the jacking height, put a couple of stands under the front rockers
-at this point I put a couple of 2x4's on the jack and lifted from the LCA (as you see in pic) cause it's lower and I could get the front higher
----it doesn't matter that you're lifting from one side cause there's no weight on the front, so the nose just goes straight up
-make sure to re-adjust your jackstands every 4" or so, just in case
-once the lower rad support clears the VC by 4-5" you're good

After that I just lined up some 2x4's and moved the drivetrain forward. Ideally you'd have an extra hand. I got it well in front of the car and onto a dolly by myself but it was a bit cumbersome.

Since you have a cherry picker and some space, instead of using the jack, you could run a chain between the tow hooks and pick it up from the middle. You should be able to get it as high as you need in one lift. Just make sure you have stands under the rockers and pull that rear mount when it's loose or it'll bind on the crossmember and want to tip the motor forward.

[Gh0stRider]

went to pick n pull and salvaged some sun visors lol.

it was sad to see all those cars in that graveyard. :(

[imp_squared]

went to pick n pull and salvaged some sun visors lol.

it was sad to see all those cars in that graveyard. :(

each car has a story...

reminds me I need to go look for intake and catback.. save myself some $$$.

[Lowered_Klass]

went to pick n pull and salvaged some sun visors lol.

it was sad to see all those cars in that graveyard. :(

Looking at your sig, were the sunvisors for an EK?

I'm in need of a new one as well, how much they end up running you? See any others there by chance? :badpokerface:

[lilaznviper]

well this happened... stupid asshole :rukidding:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qp2_R4x0vQ&feature=youtu.be

http://i.imgur.com/UBJNItE.jpg

headed to the carwash right after... i guess my car is clean now

[XplicitLuder]

You were gonna twin charge it? Are you selling the s/c?

he sold it :)

[Gucci Mane]

well this happened... stupid asshole :rukidding:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qp2_R4x0vQ&feature=youtu.be

http://i.imgur.com/UBJNItE.jpg

headed to the carwash right after... i guess my car is clean now

this is karma for thinking its acceptable to eat dog meat you asshole.

[Lomac]

Two car shaped snow piles. Wonder what's under them?

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/10929896_10155105341390080_4991536254169180822_n.j pg?oh=6e2d7b2996e7bd6cca9367e37a904e60&oe=556538CC&__gda__=1433224345_c441cdff4e37f7c903f56a7eba3b002 4

My dog waiting for me to throw a snowball while shovelling snow.

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/s720x720/10690089_10155105343345080_6660556647455922039_n.j pg?oh=b75c465659bfe3a6f6871cdaeaab74cc&oe=5533266E&__gda__=1428789205_939b2fa83b363cb50e7a7eada7ee626 2

Ah hah! I knew there was a car somewhere in there!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/s720x720/10308116_10155105342635080_4813404237867819009_n.j pg?oh=c669f9819151a77ac744f2730b83b504&oe=5531A133&__gda__=1428825290_1b8663f84e29031325ac7e0182e5baf 0

Had to dig my way into the Saab to try and find some tools I forgot to pull out of the trunk before parking it for winter. Thankfully it has fold down seats, so I only had to dig my way to the door. Do have to say, however, that crawling through the interior in order to pull down the seats (while using the ski access hatch in the rear seats) is a fucking pain in the ass.

[underscore]

^ try doing it in reverse when your door is frozen shut.

[tastic]

Gave cars a rinse and gave all the wheels and brakes a good and thorough cleaning, including barrels. Gave all the wheel wells a good rinse and de-salting too.

http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002463.jpg
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002459.jpg

[xjc11]

Gave cars a rinse and gave all the wheels and brakes a good and thorough cleaning, including barrels. Gave all the wheel wells a good rinse and de-salting too.

http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002463.jpg
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002459.jpg


what brand are those cross drilled rotors?

[tastic]

They are centric premiums that are slotted, dimpled and black zinc coated by 3rd party (brake performance.com)...the have cross drilled ones too.

Edit...slight better pic of the rotors
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/DSC_9915.jpg

[kakucaekz]

Finally got off my ass and replaced the stock boost gauge.

Factory cluster.

http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk262/RDazr/Toyota%20MR2/20150118_170638_zpscentjgjm.jpg (http://s282.photobucket.com/user/RDazr/media/Toyota%20MR2/20150118_170638_zpscentjgjm.jpg.html)

http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk262/RDazr/Toyota%20MR2/20150118_170644_zpstuguqppf.jpg (http://s282.photobucket.com/user/RDazr/media/Toyota%20MR2/20150118_170644_zpstuguqppf.jpg.html)

Digital display gauge in.

http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk262/RDazr/Toyota%20MR2/20150118_174103_zpsge84bg4p.jpg (http://s282.photobucket.com/user/RDazr/media/Toyota%20MR2/20150118_174103_zpsge84bg4p.jpg.html)

http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk262/RDazr/Toyota%20MR2/20150118_174114_zpsw2keaykk.jpg (http://s282.photobucket.com/user/RDazr/media/Toyota%20MR2/20150118_174114_zpsw2keaykk.jpg.html)

Reassembled the cluster.

http://i282.photobucket.com/albums/kk262/RDazr/Toyota%20MR2/20150118_180000_zpsrhajkic3.jpg (http://s282.photobucket.com/user/RDazr/media/Toyota%20MR2/20150118_180000_zpsrhajkic3.jpg.html)

I then discovered a small crack in mine, probably from taking it off. Plus, the entire thing is scratched up anyway, so I'm gonna see if I can order a new one tomorrow. Hopefully there's some in stock somewhere D:

Still gotta wire the gauge up, but I need to be in the car to do that, so that'll hopefully be next weekend.

[Seansm10]

Cut the engine crossmember flipped it 180 and welded shut!! Viva la ka powered datsuns!!!

[CCA-Dave]

Made a wiring harness from scratch for the '59, matching the factory diagram for colours. Many volkswagen and Audi harnesses were harmed in the course of the last two days. Should have just bought a new harness for the car, but that's another story.

[rriggi]

Took intake apart, pulled off the external wastegate, put new gaskets in, unseized it and now while I'm putting everything back on... I think I want to get a T88-38GK....

[CCA-Dave]

Finished the harness, and sorted out the issues. Was going around in circles for a bit until figured out that the flasher relay was bad. popped one from the spares in, and suddenly everything worked the way it was supposed to.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8582/15700900604_82da0d47dd.jpg

Moved onto colour correcting all the parts the PO had painted black. Still have the seat frames to go, but I'll wait until I have my new upholstery.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7498/15700902874_64d8cff416.jpg

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7533/16323334665_988461ce85_n.jpg https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7474/16297391476_1f5fc0eb70_n.jpg

-Dave

[J.C]

emptied out catch can (1 month)
installed bumper quick releases
also anyone know how to get rid of the shadow line? i read somewhere that it's something to do with the bulb
it's a H11

http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac258/Jiepo/IMG_20150120_155138_zpsf26fbea4.jpg (http://s905.photobucket.com/user/Jiepo/media/IMG_20150120_155138_zpsf26fbea4.jpg.html)
http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac258/Jiepo/IMG_20150120_174823_zpsef49bdde.jpg (http://s905.photobucket.com/user/Jiepo/media/IMG_20150120_174823_zpsef49bdde.jpg.html)

[tastic]

That is the ground wire shadow showing...if you can rotate the bulb 180degrees that will direct them off the opposing reflector and you won't see it anymore. In some setups you can rotate. Others that can't need a variant of the bulb with the ground wire in the opposite configuration. Or some funky retrofit rotation. In my hid retrofit I have to ensure the bulb is facing the right way or I get the same shadow. Luckily I can just flip it. Hope you can as easily.

[J.C]

did some searching and it apparently it's called the "6 o clock mod"
Hyundai Forums : Hyundai Forum - View Single Post - Question about changing hid bulb (http://www.hyundai-forums.com/1151847-post6.html)

theres a link for it if anyone else has this problem

[dared3vil0]

Summer wheels and tires on today for Autocross Sunday. Won't have anytime to do it tmrw, friday or saturday so had to be today. Here's to monday being decent weather for swapping back to all seasons...


http://i738.photobucket.com/albums/xx27/dared3vil0/Mobile%20Uploads/photo_zps681aee76.jpg?t=1421803894

[thumper]

just looking at sunday's weather report... sunny and 11'c. lucky.

(check your pm)

[dared3vil0]

I know!

Bald ish summer tires in a January Autocross... fingers crossed there's no rain. Would be a nightmare.

[hud 91gt]

Man, I wish there were open spots for that auto x. Taking out the 240 would be a riot because I have no idea how it handles yet. Driving in town sucks haha.

[dared3vil0]

^ The BMWCCBC ones are by far the best- No working the course, you just run through a max of 30 cars the whole day. Typically get 40-50 runs in. In the summer when it gets REALLY hot it usually empties to ~5 or so cars by 1 ish, meaning you can almost run non stop. At that point pretty much as many runs as you want...

[hud 91gt]

Id thank that 5 times if I could. Ha

[dared3vil0]

LOL. Only thing is the events are not timed.

[Grim]

took off both rear knuckles in preparation to drop the subframe.
droppin it like its hawt

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u304/azn_fryrice/IMG-20150121-WA0007_zps8cd5a85b.jpeg (http://s171.photobucket.com/user/azn_fryrice/media/IMG-20150121-WA0007_zps8cd5a85b.jpeg.html)

[aloobrar]

The bumper grills came color matched to the car, Decided to revert to the black.

http://i1372.photobucket.com/albums/ag335/aloobrar/SiR/DSC_2006_zpsa4a97588.jpg

Pretty happy with the turn out!:toot:

http://i1372.photobucket.com/albums/ag335/aloobrar/SiR/DSC_2007_zpsf655eb25.jpg

While the bumper dried got the wheels polished and went into painting mode with the tires.

http://i1372.photobucket.com/albums/ag335/aloobrar/SiR/Snapchat-8688905085245699968_zpsuqwkrwzi.jpg

[trollguy]

i tried out a clay mitt on my hood, front fenders, and front bumper. this thing is the bees knees.

then put a coat of collinite 845 on it. thank god for silver and a lack of polishing required. har har

[jackp0t]

You were gonna twin charge it? Are you selling the s/c?
At the very end just for kicks and blow the motor up lol
Its on hold to a guy in the States but i will let you know if that deal falls through
Definitely more than one way to do it. You use what you have and make it work.




Here's how I did it:

After disconnecting the usual stuff, remove all bolts for rear mount bracket (4 on a D/B), leave the L/R mounts bolted.

-w/ jack under rad support, lower the car almost as far as it'll go (no bumper/lip = lower and worth the trouble to remove)
-arrange wood blocks under the oilpan and trans
-lower car til the drivetrain just starts to sit on the wood
-remove L/R motor mounts
-jack the body up
----check when the rear mount is free and pull it out
-keep jacking the car up and make sure the drivetrain is stable on it's own
-when u max out the jacking height, put a couple of stands under the front rockers
-at this point I put a couple of 2x4's on the jack and lifted from the LCA (as you see in pic) cause it's lower and I could get the front higher
----it doesn't matter that you're lifting from one side cause there's no weight on the front, so the nose just goes straight up
-make sure to re-adjust your jackstands every 4" or so, just in case
-once the lower rad support clears the VC by 4-5" you're good

After that I just lined up some 2x4's and moved the drivetrain forward. Ideally you'd have an extra hand. I got it well in front of the car and onto a dolly by myself but it was a bit cumbersome.

Since you have a cherry picker and some space, instead of using the jack, you could run a chain between the tow hooks and pick it up from the middle. You should be able to get it as high as you need in one lift. Just make sure you have stands under the rockers and pull that rear mount when it's loose or it'll bind on the crossmember and want to tip the motor forward.

The motor is actually on the rear
and I was thinking of using car ramps
http://forum.grantorinosport.org/uploads/1843/ramp.jpg
Put the front wheels on car ramps and then jack the rear to clear
BUT when you mention the car hoist that was PERFECT!
so thank you my good sir now im more positive its doable

[Grim]

http://forum.grantorinosport.org/uploads/1843/ramp.jpg


where do you buy and how much?

[jackp0t]

^ Any store w/ a auto department should have it
IIRC Canadian tire has on for 60-70$ and when its on sale it goes for 40$

[imp_squared]

crappy tire: Pro Ramp, 12000lbs. | Canadian Tire (http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/pro-ramp-12000lbs-0090064p.html#.VMIe-eFLVoA)

[CCA-Dave]

'58 work continues...

- Swapped out passenger door latch and receiver. PO used wrong side screws in the handle, causing it to only open the latch half way...he then broke the receiver trying to reef the door open. '58 only parts aren't available, so put in '62 pieces which visually look the same, but don't work together. Correct sized bolts in the handle and the door opens smoother then the driver's side.

- Cleaned, treated and painted the whole underside of the car. 1st coat done, will do the second tonight.

- Car was apparently sandblasted prior to painting. One area that is never painted well is behind the vents under the rear window. It's basically impossible to do without causing drips outside the car. (VW originally dipped the bodies in huge vats of paint to paint them, so it's only an issue on restorations.) Spent the better part of two hours with multiple small paint brushes doing the inside of the vent area.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8621/15663648943_2e9c1ecb2e.jpg

- Reassembled the interior with all the correctly-painted bits.

...at this rate, car might be ready at the end of the month :P

[white rocket]

^^Is that a MkI Escort in your garage? 'Cause that's frickin' awesome!!

[tastic]

Intake installed! Saves a bunch of space over the labyrinth of an oem airbox.

http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002487.jpg

[CCA-Dave]

^^Is that a MkI Escort in your garage? 'Cause that's frickin' awesome!!

Yessir. MK1 Escort, stage rally car project owned by my business partner.

-Dave

[Lowered_Klass]

Intake installed! Saves a bunch of space over the labyrinth of an oem airbox.

http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002487.jpg

I'm sure your 'wife' appreciates it...

:troll:

[tastic]

I'm sure your 'wife' appreciates it...

:troll:

LOL...I knew it was coming. This was HER doing though. :suspicious:

Couple of weeks ago she commented that she wouldn't mind if the car was a little louder. I sh*t you not LOL! My theory is that she's gotten used to the intake and exhaust in the mazda...not that the 3 is very loud, but it does grumble and get a little uncivilized when you get on it. Intake on the TT is actually quieter than I thought...I'm guessing because it is a closed box and one I have in the mazda is open on the fender side.

(Did changing the subject work?:whistle:)

[KDMofo]

But does it woosh?

[Traverse]

crappy tire: Pro Ramp, 12000lbs. | Canadian Tire (http://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/pro-ramp-12000lbs-0090064p.html#.VMIe-eFLVoA)

picked up a set of those when they were on sale. it says "Longer profile accommodates lower vehicles" but my stock height e90 was to low :rukidding:

[asian_XL]

Android FTW

http://www.pixentral.com/pics/1F9PCLeAdq6SaQ8mQmyBD0zbgD2t.jpg
http://www.pixentral.com/pics/1fQf3dufETKmMQRuulXOGcmlOHUHPj.jpg

[tastic]

Oil change...love the fumoto! Job done in about 30 minutes and not a drop of oil spilled.

http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002502.jpg

[dared3vil0]

picked up a set of those when they were on sale. it says "Longer profile accommodates lower vehicles" but my stock height e90 was to low :rukidding:

If you think that's bad my stock (lifted 4x4 stance) ride height Mustang was too low.

[CCA-Dave]

If you think that's bad my stock (lifted 4x4 stance) ride height Mustang was too low.

rofl. Pretty much how ramps seem to work out for most cars.

I remember my dad used to use them for all his oil changes and jobs not requiring taking the wheels off. He'd drive cars up forwards, backwards, whatever was needed. When I was 15 or 16 and doing my first oil change dad had me drive up on the ramps...holy crap that is a scary deal when you're first starting to drive! Used 'em for my second oil change, almost launched the car off the back side and said "Never again". I've been a jack and axle-stand guy my whole life since.

----

Finished painting the undercarriage on the '58 today. Did the inside of each fender, rear suspension and apparently the back side of my head. Guess I touched a fender with my hair! Also finished the wiring of the horn, which meant making and setting up "the carbon brush" on the steering column. Wish I had taken a photo to explain what it is, but it was 50's VW's solution to getting a wire up to a turning steering wheel.

I finished up some wiring on the Coupe Quattro turbo swap, and then started on the fuel and oil lines. Guess I forgot to order a few fittings, so that's on hold until Monday. Works fine for me, it's back to the '58 tomorrow!

-D

[88SupraT]

Nothing really important but installed this:

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g180/turbo_1234/IMG_1615_zpsmjzyrwwu.jpg

[KDMofo]

Put on my Blox 490 knob that le gf got me. The weight makes such a world of difference, shifting has become effortless. Not feeling the height of the knob though, I predict a short shifter in the near future.
http://i.imgur.com/QgjmU1wl.jpg

Also setup my boost gauge so I can monitor for leaks and such. Feels like a kid again watching the arm raise as you hit boost. Waiting until I can afford Oil Pressure and AFR wideband gauge before fabricating a pillar.
http://i.imgur.com/lEO6YAfl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/COzhapGl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/s99eeBfl.jpg

[sdubfid]

Nothing really important but installed this:

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g180/turbo_1234/IMG_1615_zpsmjzyrwwu.jpg

Is that from Jurassic park?

[320icar]

^ seriously?

[Acura604]

Screw it...winter is trolling us ... 12 degrees today...

Swapped out the waffle winters with my 18" A-specs wrapped in general g-max 'all weather'.

http://imageshack.us/a/img673/3636/VWcx3d.jpg

[snails]

Is that from Jurassic park?

i dont like to fail people...

so feel free to watch this

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-_sABor77E

[snails]

so for all that remember my hatch and miss it.

i have been doing alot of work to the DA, i have many small projects im working on and i do plan on another build thread. i have taken anti theft to a whole new level with this car and come up with some fun little things to make it my own.


im currently looking for a new set of wheels and tires.. as our dollar is so low compared to US im hoping to find someone local selling whistler kr1 in silver, 16x8+20

and interested in grabbing a 225/45 for them, might settle for a 215/45. i am aware of the 225/50s on here but 50 is for too tall unfortunately

i dont remember when i posted here last.. so

i recently changed my speedo cable so while everything was apart i wrapped the bezel and painted the needles

http://i1154.photobucket.com/albums/p531/langleychrysler/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20141117_105257_zpscyspemdv.jpg

i recently got gsr seats and sold my ls seats so when the interior comes apart ill be doing a few things..

i picked this up today.. and will update you guys with what im doing with it

http://i1154.photobucket.com/albums/p531/langleychrysler/Mobile%20Uploads/20150125_183025_zpsk8rtadrx.jpg


these are 2 very minor things but i assure you the car has had much more work that i shall update :D

[H.Specter]

^ headliner ?

[fliptuner]

Not my car but did some work on one of the most important "tools" in the garage.

Re-grooved my workboots :fullofwin:

http://i.imgur.com/RKd7Gvw.jpg?1

[Grim]

Oil change...love the fumoto! Job done in about 30 minutes and not a drop of oil spilled.

http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002502.jpg

oooo where did you buy that??

http://i1154.photobucket.com/albums/p531/langleychrysler/Mobile%20Uploads/20150125_183025_zpsk8rtadrx.jpg



are you making carpets out of that?
please tell me how!!!!

[snails]

oooo where did you buy that??


are you making carpets out of that?
please tell me how!!!!

in the interest of keeping this a unique job im not going to post here, but i will pm you. i am planning to do something kinda cool with it (not headliner) might do it this week if i have time as i have so many other little projects im doing some work too (valve cover, intake, rear window visor and other goodies)

:fuckyea:

[twitchyzero]

driver side lock actuator
took many hours because I stripped a screw..good thing I got help
fucking hate working on tight plastic pieces...slightly wrong angle and force and it'll crack.

[dyan]

oooo where did you buy that??

Fumoto Valve | Qwik Valve™ (http://www.qwikvalve.com/)

[Grim]

^ my hero

[J.C]

^ if you're getting one, we can order together to save on shipping
and split the pickup fee at the border :P

[Grim]

yea lets do it ^^
PM me when u decide to buy

[SSM_DC5]

^ if you're getting one, we can order together to save on shipping
and split the pickup fee at the border :P

yea lets do it ^^
PM me when u decide to buy

EZ Oil Drain Valve - Home (http://www.ezoildrainvalve.com)

They ship out of BC. I think PoCo or port moody.

[imp_squared]

EZ Oil Drain Valve - Home (http://www.ezoildrainvalve.com)

They ship out of BC. I think PoCo or port moody.

yup check out the dealers: Dealer/ Distributor ? EZ Oil Drain Valve Canada Official Website (http://www.ezoildrain.ca/pages/dealer)

[SSM_DC5]

yup check out the dealers: Dealer/ Distributor ? EZ Oil Drain Valve Canada Official Website (http://www.ezoildrain.ca/pages/dealer)

There you go, PoCo. I was going by memory from when I bought one. Installed it last oil change, so I'm waiting for the next change to actually test it out.

[imp_squared]

There you go, PoCo. I was going by memory from when I bought one. Installed it last oil change, so I'm waiting for the next change to actually test it out.

cool gonna order one now, free shipping within Canada. =)

[IMASA]

I've considered getting one of those E-Z drains, but figured it was not worth giving up the advantages of having a magnetic drain plug.

[tastic]

Remember to get the version with the nipple (short or regular) if you want to attach the adapter and hose for direct draining into the jug...the flat standard version will not attach to a hose.

[tastic]

I've considered getting one of those E-Z drains, but figured it was not worth giving up the advantages of having a magnetic drain plug.


An alternative for fumoto users who are concerned about not using a magnetic drain plug is to put a few rare earth magnets on the oil filter.

[CCA-Dave]

Gee, you guys would 'love' doing an oil change on the rally bug. Easily an hour job, usually two if I wash out the oil tank.

[hud 91gt]

Made an offer on a high compression 2.8L. This counts right?

[donjalapeno]

When are you guys throwing your summers back on? I see that the temps are averagely above 10c. Anyone have experience with michelin pilots SS in the coldish weather?

[thumper]

my nights are still cold... waiting for near end of spring. i don't want to be that guy every year who puts them back on early and then some freak snowfall hits.

[meme405]

I'm waiting as well, although it is literally killing me inside.

Gonna get the tires mounted on the wheels next week. Then I will wait till a nice day closer to the end of February before putting them on the car.

[CCA-Dave]

How'd the stereo install turn out?

[westopher]

When are you guys throwing your summers back on? I see that the temps are averagely above 10c. Anyone have experience with michelin pilots SS in the coldish weather?

If I wasn't going to whistler in 2 weeks I already would have done it. Winter is cancelled. Maybe next year.

[Energy]

When are you guys throwing your summers back on? I see that the temps are averagely above 10c. Anyone have experience with michelin pilots SS in the coldish weather?

I never switched to winters this time around and am still running my Pilot SS. They are fine for the weather we have, just don't be stupid.

[tastic]

Chomping at the bit to put the ss back on too.

[multicartual]

Our "winter" is almost like spring was 10 years ago!

[meme405]

How'd the stereo install turn out?

Still at work, picking it up at 5ish. I'll update on how it sounds for sure.

[donjalapeno]

I never switched to winters this time around and am still running my Pilot SS. They are fine for the weather we have, just don't be stupid.

3500 pound, 5spd auto, 200hp sedan...its literally impossible to be stupid in a TSX :lawl:

Ill probably wait till mid February in the meantime i will order some spacers for the rear and lower it a lil more.

[meme405]

Okay definitely not the right thread as I did not do the install myself, but since I already posted that I would put pictures up here they are:

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s52/meme405/IMAG0176_zpsvieqr8eu.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/meme405/media/IMAG0176_zpsvieqr8eu.jpg.html)

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s52/meme405/IMAG0175_zps1atocpgk.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/meme405/media/IMAG0175_zps1atocpgk.jpg.html)

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s52/meme405/IMAG0174_zpsswbxse4n.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/meme405/media/IMAG0174_zpsswbxse4n.jpg.html)

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s52/meme405/IMAG0173_zpsba2aseaj.jpg (http://s149.photobucket.com/user/meme405/media/IMAG0173_zpsba2aseaj.jpg.html)

System still needs some work for sure, but it does bump.

The factory bose system in this thing is just such a POS that it is definitely the limiting factor.

EDIT: Oh and sorry for the potato pics, but better ones of the entire setup will come later.

[CCA-Dave]

More potato photos of the '58, keep leaving my camera upstairs.

- Cleaned up passenger floorboard inside, seam sealed it and added a fresh coat of paint.
- I worked on fitting the engine lid properly, and have the gaps factory fresh.
- Front hood took about 4 hours and some custom brackets, but I've got it fitting well and actually locking and unlocking. Was touch and go for a while on whether I'd have to run period-correct leather straps instead of a hood latch.
- Hood seals are in.

And then I took the passenger door from this:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8592/16200526787_41c35d365f_b.jpg

to this:
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7390/16198805268_d903d7cfbe_b.jpg

Six main components and seven seals make up the opening windows for the passenger door. It's a real pain to get everything in and perfect, and my hands paid the price for sure. Who needs stitches when you have crazy glue?

-Dave

[320icar]

i still say put on the leather straps. just cuz

[donjalapeno]

please please please put some retro OEM volkswagen hubcaps on. I keep seeing beautiful bugs with horrid aftermarket wheels makes me puke.

[thumper]

3500 pound, 5spd auto, 200hp sedan...its literally impossible to be stupid in a TSX :lawl:

Ill probably wait till mid February in the meantime i will order some spacers for the rear and lower it a lil more.

holy crap. my mustang weighs 3600lbs... i had no idea a tsx was almost as fat as me :eek:

[CCA-Dave]

please please please put some retro OEM volkswagen hubcaps on. I keep seeing beautiful bugs with horrid aftermarket wheels makes me puke.

You won't be disappointed.

Logos in the center still need to be painted black. Technically the wheels should have a cream center, black rim...but I might leave them all black. Tire size is wrong, will probably go with the proper 165r15.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8614/16097385609_afb6acaf0a_b.jpg

[Stealthy]

Found more scratches after washing :(

Daily driver problems

[Mr.Money]

Okay definitely not the right thread as I did not do the install myself, but since I already posted that I would put pictures up here they are:


System still needs some work for sure, but it does bump.

The factory bose system in this thing is just such a POS that it is definitely the limiting factor.

EDIT: Oh and sorry for the potato pics, but better ones of the entire setup will come later.

super nice install....I'm surprised how damn hard a 10'' sub hits....i was expecting some bass,but not window shaking bass...I'm feeding 400 watts to my bestbuy MTX subwoofer inclosure with a JBL GTO601.1II amp i was pretty blown away the amount of bass it gives out,my simple set up for a pick up truck.
http://i62.tinypic.com/2wgbwhh.jpg
setting up wiring harness,taking my time,20 minutes.
http://i58.tinypic.com/11l1zih.jpg
deck & 2 pairs of speakers - paid 100 dollars on boxing day for the usb,aux,cd player waay better then the OEM junk,speakers i think i paid around 60 a set?...Clarity on them is amazing for the price.
http://i61.tinypic.com/11h9gma.jpg
Took me about 2 hours to install 2 door speakers front & back taking off the whole door & throwing out the cheap 2 watt OEM speakers that would go to crap with any amount of bass..
the deck install took about the same time also...i was learning as i was going,first install i ever did & it went clean after watching youtube videos ahead of time

[meme405]

^Nice.

I know between nothing and fuck-all about setting up a sound system, and there is so many differing opinions online, that I decided to just take the car in to get it setup. Last thing I wanted to do is set it up and blow a $500 woofer from clipping. Props to you for installing yourself.

The problem is this crappy OEM Bose system in my car, if everything was just normal, it would be easier, but the bose has two amplifiers and all this crap which makes something as simple as wiring in a sub so complicated.

I definitely need to go your route, and just yank the entire system and replace all the components with aftermarket as well. That will come next winter pretty sure.

As for the sub right now, even relatively untuned and untested, yes, she hits hard. My last experience was just a pre-built JL stealthbox in my pickup truck, and that thing pounded good for a 12, but this is just a puny little 10, and it rocks almost as hard already. Audio company's are getting really good at doing more with less. The box for my sub is only like .8 cu ft. 10 years ago that small of a box hitting this hard was unheard of.

[Tr1ll]

^

Where did you get the install done? Looks like you went with the HD750 like me instead of the Slash. My 10w6v3 is still sitting in the box.

[meme405]

^

Where did you get the install done? Looks like you went with the HD750 like me instead of the Slash. My 10w6v3 is still sitting in the box.

Everything was purchased at soundsgood. Unfortunately their timing, and my busy schedule just didn't jive for the foreseeable future, so install was done by Performance Car Stereo in North Van. I live like 5 minutes from the shop, so it just worked out perfectly.

I was somewhat intelligent with this, as I had the 4AWG power wire for the amp pulled by SerialNine at the same time as they were pulling the independant power line for the compressors. So install by performance car stereo was pretty easy since they could just tap the existing OEM subs harness with RCA's. The only complicated bit they had to do was fabricate that bracket for the amplifier, and carpet my sub box since wicked CAS sent it un-carpeted.

[tastic]

Put some Autolismo red LEDs into the TT tails...very bright!
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002530a.jpg

[KDMofo]

Came outside today to a deflated tire and 3missing lug nuts. Decided it's time to get rid of the teal.

If anyone got some lug nuts for sale hook me up.

http://i.imgur.com/GniB5Qq.jpg

[Noran]

Not you week huh?

[Tr1ll]

I actually think it looks better with the purple.

[snails]

so. like i posted last time. i got some GSR rear seats to match my fronts for the DA. when i pulled my stock LS i found a puddle of water under them. so i had to pull the interior out to find the leak, luckily i did find it and fixed it.

while the interior was out i decided i might as well do a few things because i rather not pull it again.

first was too clean it
http://i1154.photobucket.com/albums/p531/langleychrysler/Mobile%20Uploads/20150131_161030_zpsgraeoxlp.jpg

next up was to use this carpet i picked up

http://i1154.photobucket.com/albums/p531/langleychrysler/Mobile%20Uploads/20150125_183025_zpsk8rtadrx.jpg

i made a new insert :D its aluminum/fiberglass board
http://i1154.photobucket.com/albums/p531/langleychrysler/Mobile%20Uploads/20150131_150112_zpsdegkrnly.jpg

http://i1154.photobucket.com/albums/p531/langleychrysler/Mobile%20Uploads/20150131_153008_zps9lnl2kgk.jpg

i picked up some sound deadener from a friend and some foam tape
http://i1154.photobucket.com/albums/p531/langleychrysler/Mobile%20Uploads/20150131_155229_zps8fljsecs.jpg


i have a few more things im doing atm also ;D but thats an update for another day

[fliptuner]

Where did you get the FG board? My spare cover is all warped.

[snails]

Where did you get the FG board? My spare cover is all warped.

i know someone that works for a large development company. its old signage from previous sites

[underscore]

Holy shit that's awesome. I'm severely tempted to copy that idea.

[underscore]

Prepped the FC and RC to go into the shop, I'm gonna have to remember where I stashed all the new parts for the RC.

[CCA-Dave]

Got partway through the driver's door setup today, when I discovered it's missing a window track piece I need from inside the door. Well, crap. I could tear apart a spare door for my super beetle, but those are in chilliwack. Hmph.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7373/15793744924_efe00b56f2_c.jpg

Managed to find an original Wolfsburg badge for the front hood, but had to make up a mounting system for it since the hood on the car is from a later year where they weren't used. A mix of VW trim parts and some 3M trim tape, and it's both on the hood and secured if the tape fails (will just rotate).
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7413/16228577148_7b2d87d22c_c.jpg

Seam-sealed and painted the inside of the pan. Replaced the fuel line, fixed the PO's incorrect mounting of the pedal set, installed an original VW headlight switch, replaced the clutch cable and adjusted the e-brake. Also sorted out a battery mount for the incorrect-sized battery (original was 6V). Discovered the clutch pedal is bent, which is annoying. They're cast, so bending it back is an issue.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7289/16416233165_057538f43b_c.jpg

Installed my 'killer stereo' setup :P. This should get some good laughs. 1958 Beetles were shipped without radios, but you could buy one at the dealer. I sold my last 50's era radio to fund another project, and I actually enjoy music when I drive, so an ipod compatible setup was needed. Enter the 150w amp I've had kicking around that I pulled from some previous car-flip...an original 50's VW speaker adapter and a sony speaker. Awwww yeah, ready for 150watts of mono sound!
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8681/15796172603_256fa04577.jpg https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8673/16228578258_157cc0d5a4.jpg

Installed a cigarette lighter and the input line to the amp inside the glovebox. So the entire stereo system is 100% hidden...and I can also charge my phone.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7435/16228824750_2397976366_c.jpg

Finished off a few things on the undercarriage, bled the brakes and then attacked the one area of the suspension I knew was bad before I bought the car. Not sure why the PO took the time to redo the passenger side, but not the driver's side...but I pulled apart both to check and confirm it was all done right. Driver's side spring plate cover was a little rotten. Check out the rot on the bolts too, they were threaded all the way up at the factory. Needless to say the car got a new cover and new hardware!
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7362/16230453857_ea7d936057.jpg https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7450/16415431572_45360bacc7.jpg

Last job for the day was tearing down a seat to see what I was going to be dealing with. I need to get both front seats to the bare frames for painting. As with everything the PO did, they're black. The frames should be the same colour as the steering wheel. I was also curious to see if I'd find some original upholstery. The black cover on the bottom is what the car came to me with. The very-not-VW cover on the top is the next layer down. Someone sure had an ugly interior in this at one point.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7379/15796306893_d0b038ac1b_c.jpg

Under the red was the original Blue-Grey cloth upholstery. Too bad it's 57 years old, and badly perished. I do like it, however, and it's making me rethink my interior colour plans...
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8629/16390396946_e1659f53c3_c.jpg

-Dave

[hud 91gt]

Brought new high compression Z engine home. After spilling oil everywhere, wondering how The F am I going to get this 500b hunk of meal out the back of the truck. B) What the F am I going to do with this 500b hunk of metal while living in an apartment. Sometimes I question my thinking. ha

Didn't get any of my own pictures, but here it is. Doesn't look all that fancy, but should be fun whenever I figure out how to plop it in there.

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-HbItgYN-NvI/VM6zBtRK_PI/AAAAAAAAAYg/N4JQaQe8E98/w702-h527-no/IMG_2929.JPEG


I don't even know if it will run on pump gas right now. It won't be a huge power house but should skoot along pretty good in the Z. Need to investigate my cam options to try and tame the compression down a little bit. Slap on the carbs, and some sort of ignition system and i'll be GTG.

[CCA-Dave]

I love Volkswagens. Needed to drop the engine to replace the seal which goes around the edge and back of the motor.
Car was already on axle stands, so I grabbed the needed tools: 8mm & 17mm wrench, flat bladed screwdriver, jack.
15min later the engine was on the floor under the car:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8591/16245224018_9c65e4d44d.jpg

Took me a couple of hours to remove the crusty old remnants of seal, fix the seal track, and install the seals.
My back was killing me, so I decided to lie down...made a new clutch cable nut and accelerator cable guide tube.
Popped the motor back into the car, adjusted the valve train, timing and points and then started working on getting it running.
For the life of me I couldn't get fuel. Checked the lines, which were all new and fine. Dug out a new pump from my spares
and swapped that in. Still nothing. Then I realized my mistake.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8628/15810367994_4ecb13eeff.jpg

Beetles with a generator use a 4.35" fuel pump rod, beetles with an alternator use a 4" fuel pump rod.
Aftermarket pumps are sold that look like generator pumps, but actually use the alternator rod.
Dug through my spares, found the proper rod and 2min later the car was running. Did a quick tune, but will do a
full carb tune during the day when people are away at work.

Getting close to having just the bumpers to align and finishing up the interior!
The brake pedal feels like crap, but I've bled the life out of it
(using a full 1.5L of fluid). I suspect it's just me trying to compare the RallyBug brake pedal to a '50's car with drum brakes.
Gotta drive it to see how it really feels.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7298/16245222548_9eb5be9d8d.jpg

-Dave

[RCubed]

http://i.imgur.com/6R2NVla.jpg
Began cutting for flares. :3

[RCubed]

update: finished trimming fenders, sealed edges, notched skirts and rear spat.

http://i.imgur.com/Gjk7Q5Z.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/zeaA9gU.jpg

Just waiting on the flares to return from the painters. (Probably tomorrow :( )

[lowda9]

New tps sensor, new crank seal, new crank pulley, speakers, and boost gauge. just ordered o2 sensor from ebay.

[Akinari]

Met up with an Element Owners Club member to roll my rear fenders in preparation for lowering on coils.

First some doge for lulz

http://i.imgur.com/icMu6J3.jpg

Rolling fenders are a two-part procedure on an Element, involving the unclipping of the outer plastic fenders and rolling the inside metal lip as usual, then clipping the outer plastic fender back on and cutting about 2cm off of the inner plastic lip.

http://i.imgur.com/vuQwMvg.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/f4WX1Gh.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/UsS5QM1.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/H7c6egs.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/KnQuDhm.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/jjwT4Nj.jpg

[hud 91gt]

You have two elements?

[dared3vil0]

Met up with an Element Owners Club member to roll my rear fenders in preparation for lowering on coils.


You have two elements?

:derp:

[Akinari]

You have two elements?
Because one simply wasn't enough :troll:

[denham]

So one is your daily and the other is your weekend toy?

[dared3vil0]

:lawl:

[Akinari]

Element SC is my track toy. SC = supercharged :fuckyea:



















































jk it means Street Custom, scumbag Honda and their weird naming schemes. And it's not mine :okay:

[dared3vil0]

No no he keeps the one on WA plates for whenever he goes to the states. Sheesh.

[underscore]

In that case he needs to buy three more.

As for myself today I loaded my rally kit into the Jeep and plastered some numbers on the side - Thunderbird Rally starts tomorrow!

[boostedcivic]

put the momo steering wheel back on

[lowda9]

I removed the charcoal canister and the car idles so much smoother now.

[tastic]

Cleaned the convertible top....trying raggtopp for the first time...waiting for it to dry to use the protectant/sealant
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_0306.jpg

[denham]

I cleaned out my interior. Not too exciting but it needed doing. Other than that haven't really done anything in the past year but wash it, and I've only done that a couple of times!

[MindBomber]

I pulled an alternator at Pick a Part and used it to replace the one on my brother's car for him. The least expensive one Lordco had was $350, no thanks.

[lowda9]

I did an oil change, cap, rotor, and spark plugs on my dads Integra. When doing the oil change I found out that the oil drain plug was stripped. The previous oil change was done at a shop because we were too lazy to do it. Wow I can't believe they stripped that bolt, they must've screwed it back on with an impact gun or had some n00b apprentice f it up.

[hud 91gt]

Put in an EF blower fan into the 240z. Quieter and more powerful. Starting taking out the A/C unit as it wasn't working anyhow.

[joquio]

Cleaned the convertible top....trying raggtopp for the first time...waiting for it to dry to use the protectant/sealant
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_0306.jpg

What do you think of the raggtopp cleaner/conditioner? Worth it?

[tastic]

The cleaner worked well. The spots I noticed were gone. Not to say that regular wash soap wouldn't work as well, but just a light spray foamed well when brushed. Can't comment on the water beading of the protectant until after it dries (bottle suggests 48hrs).

[underscore]

Didn't crash it :fuckyea:

[Oshiguru]

Put on the Japanese emblem for my car and put on oem speed3 wheels + spacers. Can't wait for Spring/Summer to put on my Summer set.

http://i.imgur.com/U3vIPY8.jpg?1

[snails]

picked up a rear window window visor but i didnt like how the end of the visor dipped down

before

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x478/c-scales/9626ca86-a85d-4884-8f16-f29d74748800.jpg


after

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x478/c-scales/20150208_150047.jpg


also, im wrapping some stuff on the interior to match the gsr seats i got. a little helpful tip to people. DO NOT TRY TO WRAP WITH DENIM... its not flexible at all and is just a PITA

the front fabric insert does not come out.. so after wrapping it needs to be trimmed very close to the edge. i got some black elastic cord to do the trim with to clean it up

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x478/c-scales/20150209_183205.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x478/c-scales/20150209_183238_1.jpg

luckily the back inserts do come out, but they curve alot more and leave large wrinkles..
figured i would stretch them and let them form into the shape of the insert

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x478/c-scales/66d3baaa-3de0-4505-8b3b-0555d3b0a497.jpg



time for interior to all go back in after a little more sound deadening is put in

[tastic]

Did an oil change and fumoto install tonight on the roadster. Also put in a catch can kit and pcv delete.
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002579.jpg
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/62ade560-4974-437e-afd0-2c08b1cc6409.jpg

[granemo]

Switched back to my summer wheels today. :toot:

[a90a93]

Put on the Japanese emblem for my car and put on oem speed3 wheels + spacers. Can't wait for Spring/Summer to put on my Summer set.

http://i.imgur.com/U3vIPY8.jpg?1

Do you have any pics with the Mazdaspeed wheels?

[mb_]

http://www.imgur.com/t3aFtRe.jpg

Got an alignment done at work

[brrrz]

Switched back to my summer wheels today. :toot:

Ugh been debating this for the last week or so. White rims and rain just dont mix tho

[Mr.Stubbz]

went to surrey, #bettersafethansurrey, pick and pull to get some brake hardlines from prop valve to junction box and junction box to rear left for the miata

taking crucial safety component from a car at the wreckers :derp:
http://i.imgur.com/LALp5ur.jpg

[J.C]

http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac258/Jiepo/Snapchat-210495113860677769_zpswgkn00fs.jpg (http://s905.photobucket.com/user/Jiepo/media/Snapchat-210495113860677769_zpswgkn00fs.jpg.html)
washed it
took off carbon diffuser and sold it
got pulled over by a traffic cop and got a speeding ticket, the cop didn't say anything about my mods, he complimented the car lol

[boostedcivic]

Sold it
http://i1374.photobucket.com/albums/ag406/goaliesteve951/F85C92F4-6789-4598-9A6C-47F48EB6C1B4_zps31t4uj1a.jpg (http://s1374.photobucket.com/user/goaliesteve951/media/F85C92F4-6789-4598-9A6C-47F48EB6C1B4_zps31t4uj1a.jpg.html)

[yelnats8]

Finally took the plunge and lowered my ride, liking how she sits now.

http://i61.tinypic.com/994fvr.jpg

http://i59.tinypic.com/2rclahu.jpg

[wonton1017]

All this to replace a ballast (rectangle, 4th screw blocked by headlight bracket)
Ended up having to remove the lip to drop the bumper as well.
:banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead::banghead: :banghead:

http://i.imgur.com/AItOF1P.jpg

[wonton1017]

http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac258/Jiepo/Snapchat-210495113860677769_zpswgkn00fs.jpg (http://s905.photobucket.com/user/Jiepo/media/Snapchat-210495113860677769_zpswgkn00fs.jpg.html)
washed it
took off carbon diffuser and sold it
got pulled over by a traffic cop and got a speeding ticket, the cop didn't say anything about my mods, he complimented the car lol

Always see your car whenever I'm being driven, love that stance.

[snails]

just ordered wheels and tires as a self birthday present!

your resident Snail is 24 years sexy now..

:hotbaby:

[R. Mutt]

Routed the Openport 2.0 cables through the dash to the glovebox. It's a lot cleaner now with the USB cable coming out the glove box straight into the netbook when road tuning.
http://i.imgur.com/Dkv9TVM.jpg

Changed tranny, transfer case and rear diff fluid.
http://i.imgur.com/9JMYzC4.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/hmXTHcF.jpg

[CCA-Dave]

This past weekend was relatively productive on the vehicle front, but it started with the garage. Years ago I replaced all the 100w bulb fixtures with fluorescent lights, but the shop was always dark near the door. With my normal work setup it's not a problem, but shuffling the cars last week meant the '58 was in the darkest part of the garage. Finally got around to popping two more fixtures up on the ceiling and now the garage feels like I need sunglasses on at all times. Why didn't I do this years ago?

The Audi has hit the "you must go back to go forwards" part of the turbo swap. out came the rad and the headlights, and I started crossing off minor items off the list. Vacuum & boost lines, auxiliary water pump mount, idle-stabilizing valve mount (and plumbing), dipstick support, radiator mounts, and the list goes on. Then the rad and headlight go back into the car so I can sort out the intake piping. The original plan was kind of hokey, so now I'm tearing apart the front end (again) so I can trim back the intercooler outlet and run the piping in a much cleaner fashion. I just want this damned car done and out of the shop!
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8615/16552512075_c674069abc.jpg

The '58 has sat for almost two weeks now, as I was off in the east-coast. The time away has been quite helpful, as the trail of brake fluid confirms I have a part issue and not a "Dave can't bleed the brakes correctly" issue. The original unobtanium brake fluid reservoir appears to be the culprit, so I removed the fuel tank in preparation for redoing everything to the master.

The rally bug has been sitting, neglected, for most of the winter. It got a quick clean and vacuum after Totem Rally, but with warm weather it was time to take care of it properly. Hmm, this is after the second pass with the steam cleaner on the carpets. They *look* clean and black, but I'm still pulling 3+ years of rally dirt out of them. Removed them fully from the car (glued in) and did a full wash and clean. I think it might be time to just buy a new set :P
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7422/16552511125_76db03ffc3.jpg

Looks like all my usual brake-bleeding assistants are going to be away this week, so I finally bought a Motive Power Bleeder from Frank. I think I might miss the nostalgic "up." "down." "up." "down." "Up....pump it up." which was so much a part of my childhood (helping dad).
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7327/16526488736_75fe729610.jpg

Not sure why I'm on the computer posting, the engine has to be pulled from the Escort tonight, and I have dinner plans. Might be a late night...

-Dave

[pb.kidz]

http://www.imgur.com/t3aFtRe.jpg

Got an alignment done at work

I think I always see you cruising from Vancouver to Surrey hwy1 coming home from work?

[mb_]

I think I always see you cruising from Vancouver to Surrey hwy1 coming home from work?

Yup! I commute from Surrey to North Van everyday

[pb.kidz]

Yup! I commute from Surrey to North Van everyday

Thats a long commute lol you must be racking up that treo bill.

See ya on the highway :)

[CCA-Dave]

http://photos-g.ak.instagram.com/hphotos-ak-xaf1/t51.2885-15/11008195_1563019520644934_210613793_n.jpg

Took us an hour and a half the other night, but 35min of that was shuffling beetles at 11:30pm without starting the rally bug and waking the neighbours. Dropped it off at RWM&Co yesterday for it's conversion from Turbo motor to Naturally aspirated screamer with full dry sump setup. Not sure if it's getting carbs or ITB's yet, but don't need to make that decision before all the machine work is done.

-Dave

[white rocket]

ugh.....that Mk1 Escort. :sweetjesus: Gotta be my favorite car right now.

[toyota86]

installed a oem front strut bar and reinforcement plates because bmw can't design strut towers that doesn't crack.

[tastic]

Pulled the stock coilpacks and replaced them with red ones from the Audi R8. Just getting ready for the upcoming tune.
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/r8%20coilpacks.jpg

[freakshow]

Routed the Openport 2.0 cables through the dash to the glovebox. It's a lot cleaner now with the USB cable coming out the glove box straight into the netbook when road tuning.
http://i.imgur.com/Dkv9TVM.jpgdat shifter doe

[tastic]

Picked up my neuspeed turbo discharge pipe from PR this morning and spent some quality time in the garage today.
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002601.jpg

[CCA-Dave]

Well, after bleeding the brakes (again) on the '58 last night, I woke up this morning to find the pedal to the floor and no leaks. Guess that new master cylinder is bad, which I've certainly experienced before. One problem with classics is getting quality reproduction parts. Sigh. It also took 2.5 hours to fit the front bumper, I came this -><- close to just welding up a whole new set of bumper brackets to get it to fit right. Not sure whether to blame the bumper, the brackets, the reproduction front apron replacement, or the PO who did the work. Either way, it's straight. It's level. And just the top bar is "off", repro-factory bent the shape wrong. Ah well.

Seeing as I was ready to throw heavy tools at the car while swearing terrible things to the people who make ill-fitting parts, I drove it out of the garage on a milk crate...and pulled the rally bug in. I have a long list of things I want to do to prep it for the summer, but just haven't had the space in the garage.

First up, I dropped the motor. Takes less then 30min in the '58, and 1.5 hours in the rally bug...even with the fluid-break fittings. Tore out the rear suspension and replaced both the broken left shock, and the right shock since I figured a new matched set would be nice to have. I'll send the right one back to QA1 for a rebuild and a spare, but it feels the same as the new ones. Next on the list was replacing a leaking oil cooler thermostat. That snowballed pretty quickly. The oil cooler fan switch was flaky, and I found the problem...so off to Radio Shack for some thermopaste to rebuild it. Then the new thermostat had the NPT threads cut not as deep as the old one, which made my assembly wider. Had to make two new oil lines for the car to get it to fit back into place. Finally finished that up, and realized it was a good time to stop for dinner.

Will tear the engine down tonight for it's pre-summer check and hopefully get it built back up for installation tomorrow. Its certainly suffered cosmetically from winter racing and fun, but I'm not sure I want to spend the time repainting stuff this early in the season. Could still end up playing in the snow and salt if we get a last-wind of winter.

Photos off my phone later...

-Dave

[twitchyzero]

rear pads/rotors
probably the first time I worked on the car without my back aching afterwards...finally something that's so accessible without needing to throw out my back
didn't have the right tool for the caliper piston...had better luck with a fat flathead screwdriver than a channellock that the DIY video suggested.

[smoothie.]

drove it

saw a great view from west van

heard stock vtec in the cassiar

made it home for a movie

10/10 day.

[*illegal]

Found some paint that matched pretty well for my moldings and side skirts. . Finally! If anyone wants something cheap and really close to VSM, get Rustoleum metallic silver. I used 2 cans for both moldings and skirts
http://i57.tinypic.com/2cdyaaf.jpg
http://i57.tinypic.com/jsh9qr.jpg

[underscore]

rear pads/rotors
probably the first time I worked on the car without my back aching afterwards...finally something that's so accessible without needing to throw out my back
didn't have the right tool for the caliper piston...had better luck with a fat flathead screwdriver than a channellock that the DIY video suggested.

Depending on the type of caliper you can sometimes get an open end wrench on there going points-in, and then clamping vice grips on perpendicular to it. Hard to explain without a picture but it worked great on my RX7 which has two V shaped groves cut into the face of the piston.

[fliptuner]

Large, needle-nose pliers while grasping a 6mm bolt. Leaves the end open enough to catch the notches on the piston.

[*illegal]

And I got a fresh oil change, filter service and a quick wax done thanks to my cousin.
http://i58.tinypic.com/2hd5g8h.jpg
http://i58.tinypic.com/n5oisz.jpg

[twitchyzero]

Depending on the type of caliper you can sometimes get an open end wrench on there going points-in, and then clamping vice grips on perpendicular to it. Hard to explain without a picture but it worked great on my RX7 which has two V shaped groves cut into the face of the piston.

mine was a large '+' kinda like phillips
can't hard to visualize what you're suggesting but the channel lock/crowbar thingee didn't work because it only turned the piston in circles for me and didn't allow me to actually push it into the caliper cylinder.

[brrrz]

Putting the RPF1's back on today. Pick up from dales at 1:30 :))))

[underscore]

mine was a large '+' kinda like phillips
can't hard to visualize what you're suggesting but the channel lock/crowbar thingee didn't work because it only turned the piston in circles for me and didn't allow me to actually push it into the caliper cylinder.

This pic is for an RX8 but hopefully it'll help explain things. I find an open end wrench that fits into the grooves coming straight in from the side of the car, then clamp vice grips onto the shaft of the wrench at a 90* angle. Then you can push inwards on the closed end of the wrench with one hand and turn the vice grips with the other. I've tried the needle nose pliers method but that gave a lot less leverage and beat up my hands pretty bad every time they slipped off.

http://i397.photobucket.com/albums/pp53/rx8zumn/DIY/SDC11357.jpg

[CCA-Dave]

While it might cost you $40...sooooo much easier to own one of these:

http://www.harborfreight.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/i/m/image_21567.jpg

Disc Brake Pad and Caliper Service Tool Kit 18 Pc (http://www.harborfreight.com/disc-brake-pad-and-caliper-service-tool-kit-18-pc-69053-8546.html)

http://www.amazon.ca/Neiko-20733A-Brake-Caliper-12-Piece/dp/B000IB40L6

Totally worth the money, once you use it on one job.

-Dave

[hud 91gt]

Pulled the AC from the Datsun as it was out of refrigerant and takes up a lot of room in the engine bay. Not to mention the system is probably 50-60lbs

Ordering the carb rebuild kits here shortly. Should be a learning experience.

[CCA-Dave]

Pulled the AC from the Datsun as it was out of refrigerant and takes up a lot of room in the engine bay. Not to mention the system is probably 50-60lbs

Ordering the carb rebuild kits here shortly. Should be a learning experience.

Most important part is setting the floats correctly, and ensuring they're all exactly the same. The rest is basically just swapping gaskets.

-Dave

[hud 91gt]

^ That's what they say! Float height is probably the most difficult thing as well. I have a handy dandy DVD from the Z SU Carb Guru himself. It should be able to get me through without messing up too badly.

[TRD Rs200]

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g308/ahfai12/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG-20150224-WA0000_zpsdnwfmede.jpg
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g308/ahfai12/Mobile%20Uploads/20150224_204844_zpsb8w2mf4j.jpg

smaller is better... Spoon N1

[ironheader]

Put a TRD sticker on my Civic :fuckyea:

[inv4zn]

http://i.imgur.com/HYxAIXT.jpg

Tomato-cam picture :derp:

Put summer tires/wheels on, which I bought last winter from fellow RS member...

The wheels are an inch wider with lower offset than previous wheels i've been running, and the front rubs like a mofo when turning over bumps :okay:

Apart from raising the front a bit, how do I stop the rubbing? How do you guys drive lol

Rear fenders are rolled so those are fine.

[Energy]

A headlight polish would make a huge difference for your car.

[inv4zn]

Yeah it's been thoroughly neglected over the winter...gotta start bringing it back to shape.

Full ext/int detail, small fixes here and there, and yes, headlight polish :)

But the rubbingggggggg lol probably just gonna raise the front half an inch or so :okay:

[fliptuner]

Where's it rubbing? fender liner or the lip?

[inv4zn]

I'm going to assume the lip, because even at full lock the inside of the wheel has enough clearance from the fender liner.

[Bonka]

Straighten up your wheels and go slow on bumps/incline otherwise they'll bang the fender lip.

[Klondike]

Put a TRD sticker on my Civic :fuckyea:

pics pls :troll:

While you're at it, you should buy this
http://i.ebayimg.com/01/!BqzFERwB2k~$(KGrHqIH-D!EvBv3+dKbBLw7hWsJpQ~~_12.JPG

[Akinari]

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g308/ahfai12/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG-20150224-WA0000_zpsdnwfmede.jpg
http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g308/ahfai12/Mobile%20Uploads/20150224_204844_zpsb8w2mf4j.jpg

smaller is better... Spoon N1

Saw your car on the street last time, the red bit on your rear H badge is awfully faded, any intentions of replacing it? Or do they not make metal red backing H badges anymore?

http://i.imgur.com/HYxAIXT.jpg

So Stubbz parks next to you? How scandalous :troll:

[inv4zn]

Haha the Veracruz is owned by an asshole Korean in his 50's...so...maybe?

[twitchyzero]

the faded red H is actually kinda neat
builds character :toot:

[westopher]

Replaced my front brake pad sensor since it randomly popped out and tore the wiring triggering the light on the dash. Thank god it was such a simple fix.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8660/16621651486_d43e205192_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rjNiU3)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/rjNiU3) by westophervan (https://www.flickr.com/people/84557746@N05/), on Flickr
Installed e36 m3 GT carbon door sills
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8637/16461214699_58e7c38b04_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r5C2Cx)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/r5C2Cx) by westophervan (https://www.flickr.com/people/84557746@N05/), on Flickr

[tofu1413]

https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/10994062_10152796996546559_5101057197768878422_n.j pg?oh=6277745007b1f9883b5cd32cbf09dc24&oe=5592ED4B

traded factory hood for a brand new carbon hood. Got cash from the guy as well. Gonna run hood pins eventually.

Gonna use the cash to buy.... a carbon trunk and a LOLtex wing. :lawl:

[josel_atr]

https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/10994062_10152796996546559_5101057197768878422_n.j pg?oh=6277745007b1f9883b5cd32cbf09dc24&oe=5592ED4B

traded factory hood for a brand new carbon hood. Got cash from the guy as well. Gonna run hood pins eventually.

Gonna use the cash to buy.... a carbon trunk and a LOLtex wing. :lawl:

wait wut? you're quite a sales man.

are those evo x gsr wheels?

[tofu1413]

Drove down to Seattle to do hood swap.

Yes those are the stock Evo X Enkei wheels!

[jaemc]

LOLwut how you get such a good deal. I would love to trade my stock hood for a carbon hood + cash on top. :ahwow:

[tofu1413]

well, I did have to drive down there...


got a speeding ticket as well. :okay:


Cool guy. He dailys a lotus exige and building a mirage converted Evo 6.5


edit/ http://image.nengun.com/catalogue/235x180/nengun-0184-00-monster-carbon_trunk.jpg

Yay or nay??

http://www.dsgperformance.com/assets/images/Products/Voltex/voltex%20type%205%20gt%20wing%20evo%20x%20dsg%20pe rformance.jpg

Ricer inside me wants to run a voltex type 5..... Never bought a GT wing before. Maybe just do it once in a life time, and this is the car to do it with. :lawl:

[mb_]

^I got my only speeding ticket in the states :okay:

[tofu1413]

^I got my only speeding ticket in the states :okay:

first ever ticket from states :okay:

[westopher]

I think the stock wing looks better tofu. Either way car is sick.
You will be happy to know the risers for my ltw get here this week. I caved.:fuckyea:

[tofu1413]

Run CF trunk and wingless...

Im not sure if the trunk is strong enough to run the stock wing... (stock wing weighs a ton, but very very functional. Makes a huge difference at 140+ )


LTW RISERS!!!!!!!!!!! :fuckyea:

[underscore]

Stock trunk + GT wing. Like you said, an Evo is the car to do it on.

[rJZx]

CF trunk on evo and voltec wing on the abarth :troll:

[white rocket]

Get a LOLtex. You only live once. I won't look out of place on your Evo at all. I kinda want one as well.

[tofu1413]

Get a LOLtex. You only live once. I won't look out of place on your Evo at all. I kinda want one as well.

LOLtex group buy!

[belaud]

WTS: LOLtex type 5 1700mm :pokerface:

[tofu1413]

I think the 1500MM suits it better.

[J.C]

http://i905.photobucket.com/albums/ac258/Jiepo/11026668_10153060466515734_83417244_n_zps8wujdycu. jpg (http://s905.photobucket.com/user/Jiepo/media/11026668_10153060466515734_83417244_n_zps8wujdycu. jpg.html)

drivehard installed my diffuser
had to get my exhaust adjusted to fit inside the hole
someone teach me how to take cool photos

[DJ Milk]

someone teach me how to take cool photos

Don't use a potatoe :troll:

[J.C]

blew all my money on car parts, can't afford anything better :okay:

[belaud]

I think the 1500MM suits it better.

But it's buy one get one free... you get two wings for the price of one!

[Akinari]

Took my gas tank guard off for extra clearance going over speedbumps. Big mistake, instead of scraping on the metal gas tank guard, I scraped on Honda's ingenious design of a plastic super low centre-mounted fuel tank on my Element. So the guard is going back on tomorrow. Would rather be scraping on metal than plastic :heckno:

[CCA-Dave]

Plastic tanks are one of the rare uses of plastics in modern vehicles that actually makes sense. Metal fuel tanks often rust from the inside out, due to condensation accumulation. ...but yes, removing the metal guard wasn't a smart idea!

[yray]

Inb4 element on fire

[white rocket]

LOLtex group buy!

I'd consider it 'cause without any discount they're like $2k :(.

[freakshow]

fixing window regulators..

#e46life

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/1702713/Hosted/RS/regulators.jpg

[Akinari]

Got an alignment done. Not worried about camber, my tires were just over $300.

Since I don't have a camber kit in the rear, the shop says the imbalance of the camber between the two rear wheels may be due to worn trailing arm bushings, although I just put in new Skunk2 LCAs so it shouldn't be control arms.

Also my left front inner tie rod bolt is seized, therefore they were unable to adjust my toe so it's sitting in quite a bad position :heckno:

Been in and out of the shop so many times trying to dial in ride height an alignment settings these past few days.

http://i.imgur.com/iU1jEap.jpg

[asian_XL]

1992 Mazda 323 JDM YO!
1.3L 75hp stick shift. We owned it for 22years, I grew up with this. Time to send him to peace this year.

http://www.pixentral.com/pics/1BN19ARLkn9CkcaFyU6rkRawuyDcWM1.jpg
http://www.pixentral.com/pics/1mJY6FCbhP21FfmLyAIrbBstNy9EZN0.jpg
http://www.pixentral.com/pics/17uR7eZwCaacyQJYBpQGqkGkaajO3.jpg

[tastic]

The mazda got the wash yesterday, so the TT got it today...wasn't nearly as sunny and warm as it was yesterday,
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr330/tasticfoto/IMG_00002656.jpg

[snails]

finished a few things, got my new wheels mounted and balanced, adjusted the camber today, will deal with the height when i do my alignment. finished putting my interior in and wrapping some panels/speaker covers. and like always, im working on a few more things!

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x478/c-scales/FB_IMG_1425244005318.jpg

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x478/c-scales/20150301_132440.jpg

[CCA-Dave]

Motor is back in the rally bug, and took it out this weekend to tune the carbs. Wow that car is a lot of fun, definitely shouldn't have taken Dec/Jan off from it! The whole time, however, the clutch was feeling a little funny. Once back in the garage I figured out why:
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8591/16504104080_24ca9a9d26_z.jpg

So, a quick phone call to AVR Parts, and the clutch cable arrived in a group of goodies this morning. In a stock beetle the job is maybe 30min, in the rally bug it took just over an hour due to the Porsche transmission swap. After seeing the window-regulator post above I figured this weekend it was time to deal with the failing regulator in my driver's door. Had to strip almost the whole door down, the window regulator is the first part installed into the door on assembly.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8561/16484220547_70936c81bd_z.jpg

Also put the summer tires on, made some rear suspension adjustments and checked all the wheel bearings. Then I moved onto the Coupe quattro project, and within a short period of time was ready to throw wrenches across the shop. This is one of the fuel line pieces I had to make which is a combination of factory line and adapters to -AN fittings.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8615/16484221017_77e85a36db_z.jpg

The feed line to the fuel rail is going to be a problem, I might be able to flare and adapt it as the line above, but it's a one-shot deal. If it doesn't work, or I muck the flare up on first try (a strong possibility with metric tubing and AN flares), the fuel rail is garbage. So, instead I dropped a fitting of at a buddies to see if he can't machine up the solution I suggested. I seriously just want to finish this car already...

-Dave

[kakucaekz]

finished a few things, got my new wheels mounted and balanced, adjusted the camber today, will deal with the height when i do my alignment. finished putting my interior in and wrapping some panels/speaker covers. and like always, im working on a few more things!

Nice wheels! I was thinking of the same ones for the DB2, but you beat me to them haha. 16x8 +20 I assume?

[snails]

Nice wheels! I was thinking of the same ones for the DB2, but you beat me to them haha. 16x8 +20 I assume?

yes sir.. but good luck finding them, whister told me there was a good chance i got the last set available in 16 4x100 for a few months

they contacted their last few vendors they distribute thru and only 1 had 1 set in, everywhere else was sold out of the 16's, lots of 15 and 17 though

i actually had a huge headache with another company that took my money and a few days later let me know they didnt have them.. then it took 5 business days to get my money back thru visa refund

[twitchyzero]

front pads/rotors
it's only been maybe 15k since they were last greased and the caliper pins were nearly seized. Hopefully this will remedy the vibration at high speed braking that I've been getting lately.

[91civicZC]

Pulled the supercharger off the Civic.

http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h304/tjedge/Cars/91%20Civic%20DX/4FB8AFAA-EBA2-4CC2-93D7-62DED36512B2_zpsozskzdat.jpg (http://s67.photobucket.com/user/tjedge/media/Cars/91%20Civic%20DX/4FB8AFAA-EBA2-4CC2-93D7-62DED36512B2_zpsozskzdat.jpg.html)

Lots of oil sitting in the intake ports, so this may explain my oil burning issues. The charger will be heading to California for a rebuild and new rotors. (unless someone here knows a place locally that rebuilds Eaton chargers?).

[trollguy]

drivehard installed my diffuser
had to get my exhaust adjusted to fit inside the hole
someone teach me how to take cool photos

you removed the chinese words

[snails]

sideskirts installed!!!

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x478/c-scales/PhotoGrid_1425446238265.jpg

also finally cleaned up this intake/filter i got from a friend for 20$, got some titainium heat wrap, and a recharge kit for the filter.. looks great imo

http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x478/c-scales/20150303_064914.jpg

[tastic]

Got an ecu and dsg flash for the roadster.

[!Aznboi128]

Try to start it.

...


It started.

but i was too sick to go anywhere so went back in and slept. :toot:


after a bit decided to finally put my work lugs on. Sadly the blue on the work lugs didn't match the colour of the volk blue valve stem.

[hongy]

Got an ecu and dsg flash for the roadster.

Unitronic?

[vexor]

Turned my bike into a hover bike :lawl::badpokerface:

https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/10885473_10155236548755058_4120685643462010386_n.j pg?oh=fdbf7997a670453fa6497e599e2d0673&oe=5574FAA2&__gda__=1433699549_df76d202add1155bba5c403fe28bffe e

Actually just getting new tires mounted and balanced

[kakucaekz]

Tightened down the loose connections on the sub, since Fast Track had to take it out back in November to access part of an exterior panel. Got my bass back :D Also put in a switch to toggle my ricer interior lights, since they were always on by default.

[duy-]

Turned my bike into a hover bike :lawl::badpokerface:

Actually just getting new tires mounted and balanced

looks like a protoss sentry:drunk:

[Grim]

mom always complained about how i never do my dishes..
and so i went and cleaned my dishes..

literally.

http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u304/azn_fryrice/11056852_10155343358220565_1315561816_n_zpstqshzks e.jpg (http://s171.photobucket.com/user/azn_fryrice/media/11056852_10155343358220565_1315561816_n_zpstqshzks e.jpg.html)
http://i171.photobucket.com/albums/u304/azn_fryrice/11056798_10155343358735565_2052866403_n_zpsy6df23w b.jpg (http://s171.photobucket.com/user/azn_fryrice/media/11056798_10155343358735565_2052866403_n_zpsy6df23w b.jpg.html)


those are just the rears, the front is even worst... god damn OEM brake pads

[tastic]

Unitronic?


APR

[european]

I used the 3M headlight restoration kit and polished my headlights.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpylbTtTiNs


I tried wet sanding a few times in the past but the 3M kit seems to work better for me.

[*illegal]

Installed prelude seats and cracked open my headlights to paint em
http://i57.tinypic.com/dxjxnm.jpg
http://i60.tinypic.com/4gm63n.jpg
http://i58.tinypic.com/qq8yfl.jpg
http://i57.tinypic.com/t6s22a.jpg

[asian_XL]

I used the 3M headlight restoration kit and polished my headlights.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpylbTtTiNs


I tried wet sanding a few times in the past but the 3M kit seems to work better for me.

I bought megauir's restoration kit, can u briefly tell me the procedure and tips? It seems u did a lot of sanding layers.

[european]

^
I followed the instructions that came with my 3M kit. I suggest you do the same if you received instructions as well. Here is a link to the 3M kit PDF file:

http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/786116O/directions-for-use-headlight-lens-restoration-system-39008.pdf

This is what I did in the video:

I washed the headlights
Dried the headlights
Made two passes with P500 grit sand paper, changed to a new P500 and did another two passes.
Made two passes with P800 grit sand paper, changed to a new P800 and did another two passes.
Sprayed a lot of water onto the headlights and used the P3000 foam disc and made a few passes.
Polished the headlights with the 3M polish on the 3M orange foam disc until I felt it was acceptable in terms of how clear the headlight lens looks.
I finished it off by applying some Meguiars PlastX polish by hand with a microfibre cloth

I recommend getting a body shop to spray clear coat on the headlights after polishing or atleast apply a layer of LaminX. It will help keep the headlights looking like new after the polish.

I would return it and buy the 3M kit. It's better. I polished so many headlights. Starting with traditional wet sanding, TurtleWax, Mothers and Meguiars kit but the 3M kit is gives the best results. At least it does from my experience. Even though I've done this many, many times, I still consider myself a beginner so it would be best to triple check with other automotive enthusiasts or better yet, a reputable body shop will know the best way to restore headlights.

Hope this helps.

Regards,
Mike

[!Aznboi128]

Mike why do you have to be so inspiring?!?!?!

Every time I watch your videos I want to go out and shoot!
Great job on the lights btw, I got the kit off amazon for 15 bucks can't wait till it comes

[Akinari]

Redid my rear fenders with ts14. Rear wheels stuck out farther with the 25mm spacers so the initial fender work I did a month or two ago was insufficient for the new setup. Had to cut pieces of the metal inner fender and essentially the entire plastic fender lip off. So far no rubbing...

Which is good because my plastic fender was literally melting onto my tires and I now have to peel pieces of my fender off of my tire sidewalls :badpokerface:

http://i.imgur.com/ylwczm0.jpg

[european]

Mike why do you have to be so inspiring?!?!?!

Every time I watch your videos I want to go out and shoot!
Great job on the lights btw, I got the kit off amazon for 15 bucks can't wait till it comes

I guess I better make more videos, hah.
I greatly appreciate you watching and liking the video. It really means a lot to me. Thank you.

[inv4zn]

Redid my rear fenders with ts14. Rear wheels stuck out farther with the 25mm spacers so the initial fender work I did a month or two ago was insufficient for the new setup. Had to cut pieces of the metal inner fender and essentially the entire plastic fender lip off. So far no rubbing...

Which is good because my plastic fender was literally melting onto my tires and I now have to peel pieces of my fender off of my tire sidewalls :badpokerface:

http://i.imgur.com/ylwczm0.jpg

The angle of the picture makes it look like he's a 14 year old boy lol

[Akinari]

There's a reason why he's ts14 :troll:

[ts14]

There's a reason why he's ts14 :troll:

Told u guys I was 14. :troll:

Shop day at ts14 huehuehue

[aj94]

Finally decided to give it a wash and deal with my moldy seats :heckno:
And yes that's before my attempt to clean them.

[twitchyzero]

bled the brake system
old fluid was surprisingly not too dirty...except for the last one...much rust

[Expresso]

GJ twitchy!

[Akinari]

I still can't wrap my head around why? Sorry thinking out loud here.

Do you have pix of the end game?

Because I was rubbing, why else :suspicious:

I'll take some later today.

[Expresso]

Time to throw those seats out aj94!

[mb_]

Cause Akinari is a hipster. Lowering civics is too mainstream for him

[trollguy]

then fuck you hipster akinari

[trollguy]

That's not what I meant. I meant the whole lowering thing which to one issue to the next. Like I said its probably cause I don't know what the end game would look like assuming someone else has done this before. Unless pioneer...

what is this game you speak of

[Trak3]

After several weeks of waiting, my rear rotors finally arrived!!
Yey full set of DBA rotors!