Jimmy's - '91 S13 240sx Super OK!

[Super_OK_S13]

Hi! I'm Jimmy and I've lurked here and have posted in a couple of my favorite threads now for quite some time. I think it's time for a build thread of my 240sx.

I bought the car in late 2006 after I graduated for 800$ it had an Intake, Header and 3" exhaust. It had a stupid frp invader style front bumper that I ended up busting the lip up pulling into a gas station 6 months later, so I found a pignose bumper to replace it. I cant find any pictures of it before the pignose bumper.

It was maroon so I painted it to match the rest of the car and painted the faded, scratched hood primer black. I think I had owned it for about a year at this point.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/240sx/IMGP0058.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/240sx/IMGP0058.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/240sx/IMGP0057.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/240sx/IMGP0057.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/240sx/IMGP0056.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/240sx/IMGP0056.jpg.html)

I took the valve cover and intake off, cleaned them up, and painted them.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/240sx/IMGP0053.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/240sx/IMGP0053.jpg.html)

Car Stayed like that till may of 2009 when I think the head gasket had a slight crack and was eating coolant slow enough to not smoke but was MIA when I would check.

So I ordered a bunch of head parts. Brian Crower 264/264 camshafts, Brian Crower Titanium spring and retainer kit, Brian Crower .5mm bigger valves, ARP Head stud Kit, Cometic Head Gasket, Walbro 255 Fuel Pump. So I took a friends head to the machine shop and had it squared up and some new valve guides, valve seats and a 3 angle valve job and hot tanked.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/KA24DE/DSCN0719_zps2eb564f8.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/KA24DE/DSCN0719_zps2eb564f8.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/KA24DE/DSCN0805.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/KA24DE/DSCN0805.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/KA24DE/DSCN0809.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/KA24DE/DSCN0809.jpg.html)

Soon after, but not all at once, I ordered some interior parts, Bride GS seats from Group Buy #2 on here, Team tech Harnesses NRG Quick release, MOMO 320mm Tuner Steering Wheel, Nismo White Shift Knob, AEM Wideband o2, Stri Water Temp/Oil Pressure gauges, Apexi SAFC II.

Seats/harnesses
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/f7b72c98.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/f7b72c98.jpg.html)

wheel/gauges (picture credit- Tom Janz)
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/JimmySonic2tomjanz.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/JimmySonic2tomjanz.jpg.html)

About March of 2010 I ordered a Silvia Nose cut from JDM Engine Zone in Clifton NJ. when it arrived, I installed it that night in my pap's garage after work, which at the time was FREEZING!

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/IMGP0168.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/IMGP0168.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/IMGP0174.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/IMGP0174.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/IMGP0176.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/IMGP0176.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/IMGP0170.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/IMGP0170.jpg.html)

A couple of energy drinks and some PB Blaster the old was off

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/IMGP0177.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/IMGP0177.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/IMGP0178.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/IMGP0178.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/IMGP0181.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/IMGP0181.jpg.html)

I was up pretty late but got it done so I could drive it the next day.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/IMGP0189.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/IMGP0189.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/IMGP0193.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/IMGP0193.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/IMGP0192.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/IMGP0192.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/DSCN0174.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/DSCN0174.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/DSCN0169.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/DSCN0169.jpg.html)

for a while till it warmed up I drove around like that. then once the weather warmed up I primered it black and traded my trunk for one with a spoiler.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/Silvia%202/DSCN0447.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/Silvia%202/DSCN0447.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/Silvia%202/DSCN0442.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/Silvia%202/DSCN0442.jpg.html)

I also got some pedals at this point. Razo pedals. like the ones nakazato had in the live action Initial D.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Silvia/Silvia%202/DSCN0457.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Silvia/Silvia%202/DSCN0457.jpg.html)

I ordered Tanabe Sustec Pro Coilovers and bought some new wheels to go with them, Drift Z 517 wheels.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/DSCN0708.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/DSCN0708.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/DSCN0707.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/DSCN0707.jpg.html)

in February of 2011 I had the car painted by a friend at maaco. two-tone super white and dark grey. the day I brought it home, I put the black stripe on it before work.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/a3c9878b.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/a3c9878b.jpg.html)

after I painted the wheels silver I went to a couple meets and car shows with it.

(photo credit-Tom Janz)
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my soon to be wife and I were moving out into our own place so I kind of stopped working on it and was just driving it. that's when I picked up a 92 Nissan Hardbody from a co-worker for 350$ despite sitting for a year it was a solid frame and ok body. since it was a parts truck and owned by my friend for a looong time I knew the engine and transmission was good.

the day I brought it home.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/f84ea32f.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/f84ea32f.jpg.html)

2 weeks later I did a full tune up. new filters, oil, belts, plugs/wires/cap/rotor.

a week after that a d21 pickup friend gave me some blocks/shackles and sold me a set of wheels. we painted it in his garage gloss winter grey.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/88696792.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/88696792.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/88783af7.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/88783af7.jpg.html)

a little bit later he sold me some flares.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/e64ba1fe.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/e64ba1fe.jpg.html)

both vehicles in the driveway..

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http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-07-27143457.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-07-27143457.jpg.html)

one foggy morning before work.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-10-23083531.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-10-23083531.jpg.html)

also did an LED Lights in the cluster.

before
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-10-19163425.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-10-19163425.jpg.html)

after
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with the others lit up

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-10-19183925.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-10-19183925.jpg.html)

OCT 2011 snow...

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cont.

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[Super_OK_S13]

This is where things went bad.

On Nov 22nd 2011, I was working with someone and stopped at Mc Donald's. he drove away pretty quick and I was trying to see where he was going, so after my bite of food I set my food on the seat and drink in the ashtray spot and backed out started to drive forward,

BOOM! I was barely outta the clutch and bumped into a concrete light pole. the big mac and sweet tea ended up on the passenger floor. looked up and saw the hood kinked. mean while there was about 3-4 manager/corporate guys in the double lane drive-thru watching this all go down.. so I shut the car off, pulled the ebrake and jumped out. saw the broken glass head light. said the F-word a buch of times and called the wife. then AAA. I coasted the car back and into a parking spot. the manager must have called a guy out and sweep up the glass from the headlight. so after getting the run-around between the police and AAA, they sent a rollback out to get me and take the car home.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-11-09134758.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-11-09134758.jpg.html)

I remember a while ago someone noticed this. so I made a collage.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/PhotoGrid_1370366742027_zpsb7bd1c99.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/PhotoGrid_1370366742027_zpsb7bd1c99.jpg.html)

after getting it home and inspecting the damage. there was no frame/engine/radiator damage. just body damage to the bumper and fenders.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-11-12095850.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-11-12095850.jpg.html)

after I took the bumper/fenders/hood/lights off my uncle and I hooked the car to a pole in the driveway and my step-dad beat on the core support while backing up so I could straighten the radiator hose back to normal.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-11-12131207.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-11-12131207.jpg.html)

deciding a day or 2 after that the no body panels would line up with the core support I chopped it off.

folded the wiring back

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first cut

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GONE!

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-11-19125533.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-11-19125533.jpg.html)

I started to think how I was going to fix this since I sold the silvia nose cut core support to a friend. I pulled the engine and put in on a stand and covered it till I needed to work on it.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-11-20171412.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-11-20171412.jpg.html)

I ended up deciding on tubs and a front end like this...

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/4620728395_005b031c68_o.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/4620728395_005b031c68_o.jpg.html)

2011 was warm enough through December that I could work in the driveway and weld the tubs in place. so out with the old in with the new.

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stripped the OEM seam sealer and welded/patched parts of the frame and bay.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-11-27162102.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-11-27162102.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-11-30125531.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-11-30125531.jpg.html)

one side done, onto the other side.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-12-19143926.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-12-19143926.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-12-28165259.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-12-28165259.jpg.html)

tubs done and back on the ground.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2011-12-30124819.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2011-12-30124819.jpg.html)

my father in-law let me put the car in their 1.5 car wide garage and work on it in there. since it was inside I started on the chassis wiring in my living room. don't mind the alien eyes dog.

started with a rats nest.

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slowly started to separate and run the wiring from the SMJ to behind where the A/C box was.

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layed it on the dash bar and figured out where it needs to be routed/lengthened/shortened and where I needed to make the splices for soldering.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2012-03-08200126.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2012-03-08200126.jpg.html)

most of it tucked away nicely.

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I finally ordered the loom and heat shrink to finish it.

brake booster

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wiper motor.

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time to get back to work on this thing.

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pulled up the street around the corner to my uncles garage and suspended it on the engine hoist.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2012-06-13164328.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2012-06-13164328.jpg.html)

put some stuff on the motor and plugs some holes to degrease it with super clean. (this stuff is AWESOME)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2012-06-13152407.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2012-06-13152407.jpg.html)

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after the cleansing, back on the stand it went for teardown and paint.

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oil pan off

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remember when I built the head in 2009? well i dropped a washer and it fell down into the oil pan after trying to grab it with a skinny grabber tool. it was there for 2 years and 10-15kmiles...

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front covers off

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pulleys and brackets off and ready for paint

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painted front covers, oil filter neck, thermostat housing

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laid out and lined up for paint

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all cleaned up, painted, and back on with new seals.

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oil pan on, with nothing inside of it...

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took the engine to the car to start on the wiring for that. had a helper come out to the garage for a little.

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engine in for engine wiring mock up.

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engine in for engine wiring mock up.

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started with the injectors, coolant temp sensors, and crank angle sensor wires.

loomed and plugged in.

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MAF plug

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coil cluster

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starter wires

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2012-08-19225148.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2012-08-19225148.jpg.html)

you can see the routing of the wires.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2012-07-28232416.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2012-07-28232416.jpg.html)

test fit radiator

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2012-07-28233010.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2012-07-28233010.jpg.html)

with most of the engine harness done. i figured i would finish the chassis/interior/lights harness.

made a ground block that bolts to the body.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2012-08-01203720.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2012-08-01203720.jpg.html)

cluster has power.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2012-08-21214054.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2012-08-21214054.jpg.html)

dome light and radio power.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/2012-08-21213756.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/2012-08-21213756.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20120903_004732.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20120903_004732.jpg.html)

all lights working.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/th_20120902_210543.jpg (http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20120902_210543.mp4)

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[Super_OK_S13]

Since my two-tone fenders were kinked near the corner light and headlight brackets out of spec, my friend that is doing a silvia front on his coupe let me borrow his fenders and hood to fabricate the core support and headlight brackets.

fabrication begin!

core support tube after bending into shape

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20120926_212454.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20120926_212454.jpg.html)

side mounting tabs

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20120926_182621.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20120926_182621.jpg.html)

bolted support in and taped lights in place for headlight brackets

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121003_121506.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121003_121506.jpg.html)

head light brackets

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121003_133111.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121003_133111.jpg.html)

both welded up and ready to mount, but first i needed to replace the rusted lower support first.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121003_153600.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121003_153600.jpg.html)

cut it out!

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121003_185619.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121003_185619.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121003_200135.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121003_200135.jpg.html)

marking for the headlight bracket holes and tension rod brace holes

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121020_193856.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121020_193856.jpg.html)

in my pap's garage to mill access for the tension rod brace bolt plates and other holes for the brackets.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121017_143825.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121017_143825.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121017_150308.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121017_150308.jpg.html)

bolt plates for the tension rod braces.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121021_160229.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121021_160229.jpg.html)

ready to weld in place.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121021_172024.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121021_172024.jpg.html)

welded and frame rails trimmed flush

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121025_000347.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121025_000347.jpg.html)

my uncle that runs the metal shop i get my metal from cut out some frame patches for me.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121103_194429.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121103_194429.jpg.html)

drilled some holes to plug weld in place till i welded around the outside of it

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121103_201600.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121103_201600.jpg.html)

not completely done, you get the idea.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20121103_215746.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20121103_215746.jpg.html)

time to finish up welding in the bay before body filler.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130324_133758_zps604d9804.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130324_133758_zps604d9804.jpg.html)

after I stripped the bay to bare metal it was time to shave and tuck some stuff in the bay. i chose to use fiberglass reinforced body filler mainly because of the heat in the bay, then finish in some spots with regular and a glaze to fill in pin holes.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130501_212636_zps669e1cbb.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130501_212636_zps669e1cbb.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130501_212616_zps65cde21b.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130501_212616_zps65cde21b.jpg.html)

little more sand, fill, repeat...

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130505_202211_zps85a7e9a5.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130505_202211_zps85a7e9a5.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130505_202200_zpsdf770242.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130505_202200_zpsdf770242.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130607_222505_zps5e541d2d.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130607_222505_zps5e541d2d.jpg.html)

Time for primer after a good wipe down to get all the dust clear.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130620_215923_zps2dc0337a.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130620_215923_zps2dc0337a.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130620_215825_zps270add65.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130620_215825_zps270add65.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130719_192035_zps124fc447.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130719_192035_zps124fc447.jpg.html)

so i sanded the primer with red scotch brite pad. up until this point i have done everything. the only thing i didn't feel comfortable spraying the actual color because i only had a couple hours behind the gun spraying primer which is forgiving in the sense i can sand out the runs or high spots. so i had the friend that sprayed the car in 2010 come over and spray the color and slipped him a couple $$ for the paint and his time..

the color i chose was "viper white". very bright in the sun! i was very happy he sprayed it but there was some runs and fisheye/dirt in it.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130731_202611_zps3494c8ff.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130731_202611_zps3494c8ff.jpg.html)

so we let it sit for a week or so, then he came back to spray it again. this time i sanded it with 600 grit and right before he sprayed it i wiped it down with a cloth and acetone followed by a tack cloth to get the dust out..

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130726_225247_zpsaac6df98.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130726_225247_zpsaac6df98.jpg.html)

about a week or so later after letting it sit to cure it was time to start putting parts back on.

first was my powder coated crossmember.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130726_225247_zpsaac6df98.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130726_225247_zpsaac6df98.jpg.html)

i painted my tension rod braces and put those in and put the throttle cable through.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130804_182629_zps59226607.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130804_182629_zps59226607.jpg.html)

i made some changes about how and where the fuse box was (jammed in the old A/C condenser box). so i took out the box and made a custom duct and plate so the fuse box doesn't fall to the floor and stay behind the blower duct.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130824_223544_zpse1dd7326.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130824_223544_zpse1dd7326.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130824_223635_zps02b5ec4e.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130824_223635_zps02b5ec4e.jpg.html)

all installed and hooked up.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130825_194935_zpscdb40ec9.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130825_194935_zpscdb40ec9.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130902_214804_zps44236fc8.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130902_214804_zps44236fc8.jpg.html)

pulled the wiring through and started adding more parts to the bay. also bolted the front suspension on minus the tension rods.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130903_145210_zps37efaa2c.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130903_145210_zps37efaa2c.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130903_165918_zps1e863a1a.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130903_165918_zps1e863a1a.jpg.html)

after putting the new clutch, flywheel and transmission together (white bunny setup) my awesome wife came by and was on the floor guiding the transmission while i guided the engine onto the mounts. it was really easy since there was no core support to lift over.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130908_144955_zps993dcc8f.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130908_144955_zps993dcc8f.jpg.html)

made sure the dash and interior was working still..

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20131001_223339_zps5d8d1b19.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20131001_223339_zps5d8d1b19.jpg.html)

motor wired up and ready for the intake materials to get here.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20131011_182234_zpsc27cd1f5.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20131011_182234_zpsc27cd1f5.jpg.html)

So, i got all the stuff ready to just crank the motor since it hasn't ran for 2 years now. i put a little oil in the spark plug holes to lube the cylinder walls, a little on the cams, timing chain, and left the plugs out so it would crank easier with little to no compression. i tried and the motor cranked a couple times then i saw smoke in front of the valve cover. so i stopped, jumped out and saw the wire for the crank angle sensor was melted through. i unhooked the battery. i was so pissed, that night i had the car towed to my garage.

after fixing the wires and feeding them back through the engine. i cut the belt i was going to run from the water pump pulley to the crank with no tensioner. i think it was too tight and caused the starter to over work. i also had the coil wire hooked up but draped over the lower core support so that could have caused the short..

i wrapped all the spark plug wires and coil wire in little towels and unplugged the igniter, filled the motor with oil and cranked the engine a couple times and forgot the oil filter so there was a puddle on the floor. i put the filter on and cranked it a couple more times and realized im probably flooding it so i stopped. i know its priming and has oil in the top end.

i found the parts for a single belt conversion on a KA24DE.

single cam alternator brackets and thermostat housing and a .25" spacer in between the upper bracket and the alternator.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140123_063010_zpsuzslifys.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140123_063010_zpsuzslifys.jpg.html)

cleaned up and painted

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140124_111429_zpsl1xx9sbl.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140124_111429_zpsl1xx9sbl.jpg.html)

after i installed that, i put the final touches on the motor. the valve cover was disgusting, so i painted it low gloss black and sanded the letters. this is temporary as i think there is WAAYYY to much Black and Sliver going on in the bay.. i will add color to the valve cover, the intake pipe, and the injector caps to break up the black and silver.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140125_181941_zps6auexn02.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140125_181941_zps6auexn02.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140125_181658_zpsa9ncvkyl.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140125_181658_zpsa9ncvkyl.jpg.html)

i have ALOT more to do, including -> tucking the brake lines, booster line, clutch line, wrapping wires on the passenger frame rail, building a triangulated strut tower brace, cooling panel to cover the headlights infront of the core support.

thanks for looking!!! =)

-Jimmy

[vJilly]

whered you get the speedstars sticker?

[d_nice]

keep up the good work man.looking good

[Super_OK_S13]

vJilly- the speedstars sticker was printed and cut by a friend that has a local vinyl wrapping business. I have however see them pop up on ebay every now and then.

d_nice- thanks! Its been a long time, but patience pays off. =)

[Reece]

Great build so far. I love that speedstar sticker haha.

[Oakville]

That engine looks beautiful! I also love the speedstars sticker too...a lot

[vespaman]

nice work.

[dallaceseiuli]

Is your key attached to a spark plug!!!!!

[ayrtonlucyk]

keep that valve cover black! it looks clean as hell in your bay
great work man

[justindee88]

Nice work, keep it up. By the way, the "I Love" stick on the hardbody is AMAZINGGGG haha

[Hatemy7]

wow this is awesome work!! seriously

[5280VertDET]

Wow, thats one of the cleanest KA bays I've seen. :boink:

[supersayianjim]

kool, I have a akina sticker on my s13 also!!

[Super_OK_S13]

Thanks for the kind words guys :bow:

i will try to post a picture (with progress) when i post so i dont needlessly bump the thread. Heres another more recent pic of the garage and truck.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/Super%20OK%20Garage/20131228_160711_zpse2znw2bh.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/Super%20OK%20Garage/20131228_160711_zpse2znw2bh.jpg.html)

I COMPLETELY forgot about these... i picked them up i think in march of 2013 for 400$ and they've been my coffee table since...the wheels are chrome 17x9 +24 fronts and 17x10 +22 rear. Mustang SC reps. Dont mind the glowing alien eye dogs..

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130329_200501_zps32eba596.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130329_200501_zps32eba596.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130309_182636_zpsc992dcde.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130309_182636_zpsc992dcde.jpg.html)

[DJPimpFlex]

Where did you get that braided wire loom?

[Super_OK_S13]

I started the car this morning with my dad who had come over to check it out, and the car had the same problem when I tried to start it before and slightly melted the Crank Angle Sensor ground wire pin in the connector. We found a bad ground at the coil and one from the motor to the body and made sure that it was grounded and the car started up after spitting up a bit. i ordered a pigtail for the CAS and will solder that together when it arrives.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140202_173004_zps5vskrzkc.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140202_173004_zps5vskrzkc.jpg.html)

it was LOOUUD as hell since it was just the header and a 12in. extension piece off of that. i need to get the throttle idle corrected and set the timing with a light not by sound. but the motor did run smooth and have plenty of oil pressure and at first the air fuel was ok but when i was lowering the idle at the throttle body the A/F settings were thrown off a bit and wouldn't stay idling and would choke/flood itself and cut/die out so I'd turn the key off. i'll have to mess with the fuel settings on the SAFC II when i get my exhaust pipe, exhaust made and get some extra backpressure as well.

i did some researching and found that NA KA24DE s13 motors don't like it when the secondary butterflies are removed from the intake manifold. the low end RPMs, (i read under 2500) power, and torque is lowered. but high end RPMs (above 2500) felt stronger.

any tips on how i can handle the tuning issue around the idle-2500 rpms if i cant solve it with dizzy timing/fuel? hopefully i don't have to get a stand alone ecu or chipped stand ecu.

Where did you get that braided wire loom?

I bought it on ebay. I think it compares to the techflex brands heat-resistant loom (up to about 260*F continuous and 480*F melt)

heres a link to techflex's site and best product to describe what I bought on ebay.. Techflex - Flexo PET (http://www.techflex.com/prod_pet.asp)

I found the store that I bought it from on ebay. here is the section labeled "flame retardant". 1 4 EXPANDABLE SLEEVING FLEXO 25ft FLAME RETARD bl w items in FURRYLETTERS store on eBay! (http://stores.ebay.com/FURRYLETTERS/EXPANDABLE-SL-FLAME-RETARDANT-/_i.html?_fsub=17286110&_sid=481644496&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322)

[juvi22003]

What did you use to paint your white valve cover?

[240sx707]

I love the valve cover. The whole engine bay looks crazy clean! Mind if I ask why you didn't do a motor swap while having all the wiring and motor out? Got your self a new subscriber :D good work bro!

Sent from my XT881 using Tapatalk

[UNDECIDEDFBODY]

subscribed love this thing

[motteramm]

I really like your attention to detail, that bay is super clean. Just a shame its not a real two tone..

[Super_OK_S13]

What did you use to paint your white valve cover?
I think I used rustoleum gloss white then used high temp clear. it held up nicely.

I love the valve cover. The whole engine bay looks crazy clean! Mind if I ask why you didn't do a motor swap while having all the wiring and motor out? Got your self a new subscriber :D good work bro!

Sent from my XT881 using Tapatalk
Thanks! i don't think its that i couldn't handle the swap or the fabrication part of the project. i already had the head upgraded, and i really didn't/still don't have $ for a swap. more so "if it ain't broke don't fix it" i'm not sure how many people are keeping KA24DE and shaving/tucking the bay, i just wanted something plain and simple. I think when the wife gets a new car I will Z32TT swap the truck and daily her old maxima.

subscribed love this thing
thanks!!

I really like your attention to detail, that bay is super clean. Just a shame its not a real two tone..

thanks! not sure what color i'm going to re-spray, but i'm thinking of different a two-tone since its all scratched and needs a little work on the rocker panels.



PICTURE UPDATE when i'm done with my exhaust.

[WV_SR20]

Did you ever get anything figured out regarding the rough idle from the lack of butterflys? I removed mine when cleaning up my motor, since I plan to turbo it later on and didn't want to have to tear is all apart again, and have yet to get it back in the car and running. I know its noobish but never really thought about the consequences of doing that without some sort of re-tune or adjustment.

P.S. I love this thread, your car is beautiful, and your attention to detail is also inspiring.

[Super_OK_S13]

I finished my exhaust finally after finding time and the ambition to work in the cold weather in the garage.

I basically started with a cat that was hollowed out by the previously. so I cut the ends off of it and expanded it just so the pipe I had would slide through and stick out long enough in case I wanted to make the whole exhaust slip over pieces. well the expander I used would have taken forever to expand everything.. so I decided to weld it all except the tip portion at the axle back and where the cat meets/slips over the header..

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140209_151101_zps71apfia4.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140209_151101_zps71apfia4.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140209_164748_zpsanxkqfr0.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140209_164748_zpsanxkqfr0.jpg.html)

mid-pipe to the sway-bar hoop. you can see the 1st hanger that bolts to the body under the car.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140209_202420_zpso0zqcsxi.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140209_202420_zpso0zqcsxi.jpg.html)

you can see the hanger on the tip portion kind of.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140221_211539_zpsqbx3vc78.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140221_211539_zpsqbx3vc78.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140221_211627_zpslnkn1ycc.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140221_211627_zpslnkn1ycc.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140221_212102_zpsiug5qsqu.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140221_212102_zpsiug5qsqu.jpg.html)

Finally, I put my doors and front end back on, and tested fitment since they somehow seemed ok since I took them off and have left them sit.

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http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140223_224916_zpsnzwwx7c6.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140223_224916_zpsnzwwx7c6.jpg.html)

The corner light spaces on the fenders need work and the bumper needs more of a support to hold the bumper up better.

Did you ever get anything figured out regarding the rough idle from the lack of butterflys? I removed mine when cleaning up my motor, since I plan to turbo it later on and didn't want to have to tear is all apart again, and have yet to get it back in the car and running. I know its noobish but never really thought about the consequences of doing that without some sort of re-tune or adjustment.

P.S. I love this thread, your car is beautiful, and your attention to detail is also inspiring.

:bow:Thank you for the inspiring words to continue.. to answer your question, I started the car today and every time I start, and let it idle, after about 20-30 seconds the car starts to lean itself out. I'm not sure how to tune the car so I might try to find another set of butterflies and vacuum piece on the back that rotates them open, and try to tune the car again. that's the only difference since I put the engine back in. If you plan to turbo the car I would just leave them out since you will most likely need a new tune on the engine.

[nickmat619]

awesome build man love the tubbed front end looks great

[Super_OK_S13]

awesome build man love the tubbed front end looks great

thanks!!


since the car still wasn't idling right, and after some hard thinking of how the engine used to be before I eliminated the pcv tube and capped the nipples under each intake runner, vented the pcv on the block to the air, and had the valve cover pcv teed into the iacv line. I decided to re-do those things on the engine.

this is a before shot... you can see the valve cover line teed into the IACV vacuum line from the intake.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140304_150700_zpsxvuq3bxq.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140304_150700_zpsxvuq3bxq.jpg.html)

here is an after shot.. new hole for valve cover line in the intake. and you can't see it under the manifold, but I had to make the pcv tube out of hose, tees, and 2 90* fittings since I lost the factory one.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140324_101525_zpsjt8fczsa.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140324_101525_zpsjt8fczsa.jpg.html)

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While I had the manifold off I replaced the gaskets and cleaned the IACV with carb cleaner. I also took the adjustment screw out and rubbed it with fine scotch bright pad and cleaned it with carb cleaner. I didn't want to damage the other brass screw trying to take it out so I left it in and sprayed the hell out of it with carb cleaner...


After I did all the work I started it and it idled perfect at 1500rpm and the started to drop as the car got warmer and would actually rev up. I shut it off and was going to time the motor with a timing light. then when I started it and let it run for a minute or so, I had 2nd thoughts and if something went wrong and I couldn't turn it off fast enough. So i tuned the car off and though MEH!! it was running good and didn't have any problems so i went to start it and it just CRANKED... NO Starting..

So i figured, the injectors were clogged. i took the rail off and took the injectors out. i figured while i had them out i would replace the O-rings and fuel fiter in the bay as well as well.. those are the old ones on the bench.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140307_170454_zpsx5t6dpoc.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140307_170454_zpsx5t6dpoc.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140319_162708_zpsipjziell.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140319_162708_zpsipjziell.jpg.html)

when i drained the tank before i moved the car, i just used the pump and primed it till no fuel came out of the line. so there may have been a little junk left in the tank when i filled it up with new fuel...

I ended up dropping the tank, (only had 5 gallons of fuel) draining it, washing the inside with a pressure washer the best i could, dried the outside and painted it with truck bed liner paint, let the inside and outside dry over night. The next day i wiped the inside the best I could with microfiber towels and installed the tank.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140319_143500_zps97osctml.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140319_143500_zps97osctml.jpg.html)

before i put it back in I changed the sock filter on the pump. the other one was nasty and brown and black inside. but still flowed.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140319_143426_zpskizee85q.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140319_143426_zpskizee85q.jpg.html)

after all this i started the car up and it idled and revved just fine.. then after a couple times starting it, it just cranked again with no starting... Sooooo, i began to think it was the injectors again and pulled the rail off AGAIN, and sprayed in the feed side with carb cleaner, and took the FPR off, blew about 20psi of air through the rail and repeated the process 2 more times. i re-installed the rail and started the car, it ran fine. and AGAIN after starting it and turning it off it would crank...

i unplugged the battery, left it sit 2 days and borrowed a friends ecu, i hooked the battery back up and tried to start it on my ecu. it started no hesitation twice. so i have NO CLUE whats up.... hopefully it will keep starting with no problems. Oh and I REALLY need a resonator and muffler for it.. its too damn loud....

[cchondro]

good work so far!
car is coming along nicely.

[Oakville]

That plate is awesome

[signals13]

Nice build, you don't need a resonator you need a turbo!!!

[Super_OK_S13]

since the last update, I made an axle back with a Magna flow muffler.

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Here's a clip of it running poorly because of the bad battery issue I was having.

gRB1g5zBdM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gRB1g5zBdM

So I bought a new battery for the truck and put the red top optima in the car (the reason the car would crank but not fire).

I made some panels for over the lights with some 1/16th inch ABS sheet.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140411_170820_zpsp6f0nxnl.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140411_170820_zpsp6f0nxnl.jpg.html)

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Pulled it put of the garage under its own power. the white bunny clutch seems to work just fine.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140417_131435_zpstjulxjxi.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140417_131435_zpstjulxjxi.jpg.html)

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Took the Brides out of the truck and put them back in the car, along with the carpet and factory steering wheel, radio, speakers, door panels, glovebox.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140417_201810_zpsd3e1ggbk.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140417_201810_zpsd3e1ggbk.jpg.html)

Safety First =)
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last piece of the puzzle came in...

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I bought AreoCatch Hood latches to keep it in place =)

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I just have to put some RTV inbetween the skeleton and Outter CF part and attach the latches for good..

It is going to get painted at the end of the month by a friend (same friend who painted the bay white). I will be driving it to work and back till then like this to make sure it is running good before paint..

-Jimmy

[nickmat619]

looks great man! The VIS hood is super nice and the rest of the car looks great.

[souljaseth33]

This thing is looking awesome! Lots of nice work man.

I see your in PA, where about? Want to do some rust / body repair on both of my two tones next winter??? haha

[Dolph_KYAS13]

Love the attention to detail.

[Super_OK_S13]

looks great man! The VIS hood is super nice and the rest of the car looks great.

thanks!! when I re-paint, I can't bring myself to paint a 600$ hood, so it will stay carbon fiber.

This thing is looking awesome! Lots of nice work man.

I see your in PA, where about? Want to do some rust / body repair on both of my two tones next winter??? haha

thanks!! im not much of a body person but I try my best.

Love the attention to detail.

thanks!! it really is in the details.. I love seeing builds with little details.

got the hood latches on. =)

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finally took it out for a drive to my work..

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I forgot my tools, and the car was falling on its face and not revving up so luckily my sister and I ran into our dad and he had a 10mm so I advanced the timing a hair to the end of adjustment on the dizzy. it ran better but is still stumbling a bit. Ive been messing with the SAFC settings and I'm stumped. I am sure the maf selection is correct and since im not turbo I don't use the dec. air settings. Only thing I didn't mess with yet is the tps which shouldn't be too out of wack (it was not correct but I put it back to where it was before I pulled the motor apart) but I will double check it.


The mods to the engine are Brian Crower 264/264 cams, BC .5mm oversize valves, BC spring and retainer kit, stock injectors, Walbro 255 fuel pump.

Does anyone have any idea what the fuel percentages/rpm points should be set at? I've tried turning them up and down but I don't think im getting anywhere.. I have searched on KA-T.org and saw the SAFC thread but nothing pertains to an NA motor with my specifics.

-Jimmy

[c-los13]

gotta love them reliable ka's
congrats on having your wife help you w this project
not many of us gets that kinda support....lol

[Super_OK_S13]

I decided to take the car to work the next day, Saturday. and parked by my self in the furthest spot away from the store away from everyone... so I thought... wtf. I knew a bunch of cars would park around me... when I went to lunch I snapped this..

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140426_115248_zpseoqtsj0l.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140426_115248_zpseoqtsj0l.jpg.html)

when I got back from lunch I parked next to my co-workers.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140426_124748_zps9lngj45p.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140426_124748_zps9lngj45p.jpg.html)

the last week of april I started by putting up tarps/plastic in the garage for paint...

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140426_202423_zpsxk9bl6l6.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140426_202423_zpsxk9bl6l6.jpg.html)
after the garage was done, I started by taking the car apart.

trim first.

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body panels..

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I put the car on blocks so the painter (friend of mine, JR) could paint the rocker panels. also, Let the masking begin!!

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moved my hood to the other building outta the way so it wont get over spray on it. Also started sanding the parts and body with 220 grit on my electric DA sander..

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140430_101451_zpsrkjdgrvs.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140430_101451_zpsrkjdgrvs.jpg.html)

after some arguing and researching in the two-tone thread and finding out my silvia front was originally painted two-tone (as seen in the early pics of getting the front end). I even sanded the fenders and found under the factory black stripe the base coats were two-tone.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140502_111917_zpsbtgguygm.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140502_111917_zpsbtgguygm.jpg.html)

these are the colors I chose.

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had to fix some spots on the rockers.

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JR spraying the white sealer/primer.

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first base coat.

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the next couple days came and JR sprayed the 2nd base.

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followed by the clear coat. then a day or 2 later I started assembly. thanks to the wife, my sister and her BF for helping. =)

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pulled it out to re-spray the spoiler and trunk trim piece under the lights.

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had another friend come over and help put the spoiler and exhaust on..

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http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140509_223705_zpswwpwwov9.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140509_223705_zpswwpwwov9.jpg.html)

Got the black trim tape on... and took the car to Carlisle Performance and Style 2014. had it next to me while i rc drift.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140510_094912_zpssvusbwhk.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140510_094912_zpssvusbwhk.jpg.html)

I just rinsed it off from taking the tarps and plastic down and all the pollen in the air and put away for the night..

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140513_213621_zpsrqr37baf.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140513_213621_zpsrqr37baf.jpg.html)

Its hard to capture the colors in picture since they are metallic, the top looks purple or blue with silver-ish and the bottom looks dark grey metallic or sometimes a brown-ish grey metallic..

i bought the Chase Bays Brake line and Clutch line tuck kits. for OEM master cylinders. the last thing i have to do is find a hose that can handle the vacuum from the brake booster to the manifold. ANY Pointers for that?

I have come to the conclusion that the car needs tuned as well. it runs but needs a FULL ECU tune before taking on any long trips... I will take it to Innovative Motorworks to see John Kerr and have him tune it with Nismotronic when the time comes.

[I'm New]

nice build man.

[Super_OK_S13]

Little Update

I installed the ChaseBays OEM Relocation Lines for the brake and clutch.

Clutch line.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140529_211832_zpshigr3n0o.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140529_211832_zpshigr3n0o.jpg.html)

The Clutch line itself deletes the "dampening box" and attaches to the slave cylinder.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140529_214314_zpstvmq8yvj.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140529_214314_zpstvmq8yvj.jpg.html)

Routed over the bellhousing and attached along the throttle cable, run behind the brake booster and to the master cylinder.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140529_214452_zpss7uoizbr.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140529_214452_zpss7uoizbr.jpg.html)

I didn't get a shot of the 3 lines sitting on the bench but there are 2 long and 1 short one.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140529_235100_zpsiwwulfjf.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140529_235100_zpsiwwulfjf.jpg.html)

The short one goes to the driver side line, and the 2 long ones get routed along the cross member with zip ties.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140529_235244_zpsrdc5mk7c.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140529_235244_zpsrdc5mk7c.jpg.html)

One to the passenger line and the other to the rear line.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140529_235256_zps7jwzkyjc.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140529_235256_zps7jwzkyjc.jpg.html)

After tucking the booster line along the back of the engine with a cable clamp, here's the finished look.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140530_001002_zpsccfkro4b.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140530_001002_zpsccfkro4b.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140530_001356_zps4cto0kti.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140530_001356_zps4cto0kti.jpg.html)

My friend Robb Stumph took some pictures of the car one night. Here is one of them.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/14135834948_67aeb462cf_h_zpszw66amaa.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/14135834948_67aeb462cf_h_zpszw66amaa.jpg.html)

[soundboy]

nice build.

[supersayianjim]

so much work!! you are an effing hero!! you should had spung for a metal hood tho.

[Super_OK_S13]

Been a little bit since my last post. I guess its time for an update!!!

I've been just driving it around to local dinner meets at sheetz/sonic and brothers pizza and to work when im low on gas in the truck (my daily) and when it doesn't rain..

Sheetz
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140705_212726_zpsw6h7ysml.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140705_212726_zpsw6h7ysml.jpg.html)

Sonic
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140709_192824_zpsofmzqxhg.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140709_192824_zpsofmzqxhg.jpg.html)

At my paps garage where I first installed the Silvia front.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140705_172825_zpsu2ucxooe.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140705_172825_zpsu2ucxooe.jpg.html)

Towards the end of July, I decided to get my Coffee Table Wheels some tires and jump-start my 5Lug Conversion.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20130329_200501_zps32eba596.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20130329_200501_zps32eba596.jpg.html)

Up on blocks went the car. #hovercarstatus

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140725_214431_zpsm5hrrp2v.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140725_214431_zpsm5hrrp2v.jpg.html)

---Wheel and Tire Specs---
Front 17x9 +24 with 225/45/17
Rear 17x10 +22 (might be +20) with 235/45/17

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140725_235322_zps3qc409tq.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140725_235322_zps3qc409tq.jpg.html)

Front hubs went on no problem...

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140725_235352_zpspekmc1dz.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140725_235352_zpspekmc1dz.jpg.html)

rear arm bolts/hubs need some persuasion of PB Blaster

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140725_235434_zpszajo8sif.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140725_235434_zpszajo8sif.jpg.html)

Figured I wont be needing my 4 lug se anymore, sold them to fund the new 5Lug Rotors and new pads.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140726_085752_zpsmjfosecp.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140726_085752_zpsmjfosecp.jpg.html)

needed to get some new lug nuts..

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/MutekiSR48Blacklugs_zpscd7109fe.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/MutekiSR48Blacklugs_zpscd7109fe.jpg.html)

the rears poke a little bit so I had to raise ride height till I get a full rear arm package for an alignment.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140729_194547_zpszeu1pqfi.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140729_194547_zpszeu1pqfi.jpg.html)

Otherwise I like the full chrome look on the car...

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140802_002440_zpsuuh5ekco.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140802_002440_zpsuuh5ekco.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140802_002401_zpstx6i8swu.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140802_002401_zpstx6i8swu.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140802_002704_zpsjc7eaqbw.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140802_002704_zpsjc7eaqbw.jpg.html)

couple shots from the other night..

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140803_003151_zps1fypnh6z.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140803_003151_zps1fypnh6z.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140803_003733_zpsyssrxmzk.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140803_003733_zpsyssrxmzk.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140803_003752_zpsmcjqron2.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140803_003752_zpsmcjqron2.jpg.html)

2 things I definitely need to get...

1) 225/45 for the rears. the 235/45 are to tall..
2) front camber plates or new coilovers with them already installed. Wifey might get me the D-Max Streets around Black Friday

[smokescreen240]

very nice good sir!

[maces13]

I'm impressed with your build thus far. Engine bay turned out flawless, prob the cleanest dohc bay I've ever seen. This car has a lot of sick things bout it man keep it up

[Super_OK_S13]

thanks guys!!!

I spent the other day cutting and hammering the quarter panels' lips flat against the inside of the wheel well.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140806_124017_zpsekyiewo8.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140806_124017_zpsekyiewo8.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140806_124115_zpstygoagab.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140806_124115_zpstygoagab.jpg.html)

[Super_OK_S13]

Its been about 2 months since the last small update...

I've had an issue for a while, with almost no bottom end torque, throttle response, spitting/sputtering and hesitation from 2000-3000rpm and decided to (rather got around to doing it) put the secondary butterflies back in the intake manifold and reset the TPS to within factory voltage specs. Did this around the beginning of September for a charity show on the 20th.

Tear down =)
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140901_215923_zpsevxsdk9s.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140901_215923_zpsevxsdk9s.jpg.html)

Intake manifold off.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140901_202859_zpshd1heten.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140901_202859_zpshd1heten.jpg.html)

Up on the bench
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140901_215906_zpsb3zr8rdh.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140901_215906_zpsb3zr8rdh.jpg.html)

Swirl valve back on but will not be hooked to vacuum as the butterflies stay open with no vacuum.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140901_222843_zpsemk7hazb.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140901_222843_zpsemk7hazb.jpg.html)

Butterflies in and new screws Loctited in place.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140902_153951_zpstvzottnk.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140902_153951_zpstvzottnk.jpg.html)

While I had all this going on I figured I would clean up and wrap/cover some wires on the passenger side frame rail so they don't stand out as much.

Started with the distributor plug. de-pinning
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140902_172105_zps6bs2sfym.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140902_172105_zps6bs2sfym.jpg.html)

slipped shrink tube over it. later you will see a finished plug.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140902_164014_zpsipllopgy.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140902_164014_zpsipllopgy.jpg.html)

The wires I wrapped up were the blue/black fan wires. and sleeved the water temp sensor wires.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140902_162035_zpsctpgc1dq.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140902_162035_zpsctpgc1dq.jpg.html)

Since the car was apart I figured I would paint some stuff too. truck bed wrinkle black on the radiator.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140902_204008_zpskpvakhpw.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140902_204008_zpskpvakhpw.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140902_222950_zps3epsai3u.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140902_222950_zps3epsai3u.jpg.html)

Semi-Gloss Black intake tube.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140901_222932_zpsewykacus.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140901_222932_zpsewykacus.jpg.html)

So the Bay was put back together! The Throttle response after putting the secondary butterflies in and resetting the TPS is ALOT better!!! But it still hesitated so I took the MAF off and sprayed it with cleaner and it got a little better.

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140903_011013_zps9ornoxqd.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140903_011013_zps9ornoxqd.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140903_011229_zpso1zh3dd6.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140903_011229_zpso1zh3dd6.jpg.html)



Before I took it anywhere I wanted to get RUCAS. I reached out to Nick at Elite JDM and he had ISIS Street RUCAS delivered FedEx next day!! =) guess it helps i only live about 2 hrs from the shop.. But MUCH props for the Service!!!

Put them on that night!
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140914_184241_zpssurou6nh.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140914_184241_zpssurou6nh.jpg.html)

This is MAXXED out negative and Factory Bolt adjusted to max negative. Is there supposed to be more?
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140918_201653_zpsssk6zxb1.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140918_201653_zpsssk6zxb1.jpg.html)

Brought the kids out to the garage for support! =)
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140914_211506_zps6ryse5bs.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140914_211506_zps6ryse5bs.jpg.html)

Decided that my ghetto expanding hood prop had to go.. made a small tab to hold a rod I fabbed up quick one night. basically just 1/2" conduit with air tool plug ends grinded down to fit the tab and hood prop hole.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140917_231058_zpsszb3ph9a.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140917_231058_zpsszb3ph9a.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140917_225843_zpsixgib9jt.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140917_225843_zpsixgib9jt.jpg.html)

Painted truck bed liner and shrink wrapped the ends to protect the hood.
http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140917_225958_zps3janmpfm.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140917_225958_zps3janmpfm.jpg.html)

The rest are just random pics!! =) :bow:

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140920_012100_zpslwp6gi4r.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140920_012100_zpslwp6gi4r.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140919_230104_zpshegnzwwh.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140919_230104_zpshegnzwwh.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140919_230036_zps1pm4ajw7.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140919_230036_zps1pm4ajw7.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140919_203550_zpsmddkv0ke.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140919_203550_zpsmddkv0ke.jpg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/20140918_201723_zpsxnkwj1zo.jpg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/20140918_201723_zpsxnkwj1zo.jpg.html)

[Super_OK_S13]

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/IMG_567166279363194_zpsw7xtbxus.jpeg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/IMG_567166279363194_zpsw7xtbxus.jpeg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/IMG_567415077839974_zpsiwevidpc.jpeg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/IMG_567415077839974_zpsiwevidpc.jpeg.html)

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh202/tek18b_jimmy/IMG_567446949471577_zpsjtrzosjn.jpeg (http://s257.photobucket.com/user/tek18b_jimmy/media/IMG_567446949471577_zpsjtrzosjn.jpeg.html)

[Konster]

The car looks amazing man, but please change those pedal covers to the stock ones or the 350z pedals.

[10psitx]

great work man, car looks well put together, engine bay is nicely done.

[808_s13]

such a clean car!


simplicity at its best!

[Wykydtron]

Beautiful build, had to share this with some friends <3

[Oakville]

Nice progress man. I think this would look loads better with an oem aero front bumper on it...aside from that i like the new colour!

[vJilly]

so boost or nah?

[Super_OK_S13]

Thanks for the kind words!! last week I bought a Nikon D3300 DSLR. I've been having fun so far!! I Had a camera buddy explain some how to's and technical stuff to me about the features and cause/effect of the Main 3 settings. Here are some I took when I got it =)

Katsumi (daughter) Benson (dad)
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8561/15261314033_93b6466772_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pfAdY2)

My S13 Silvia Rc drift car
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5611/15645491178_2815384775_b.jpg

Rc s13 drift car
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8547/15210951704_b63a5ce209_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pb9711)

Lego coffee mug and OLD halloween monkey mask from my great uncles old house.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7474/15645781067_9a89f2bcb0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pQyHBZ)

My rc jzx100 Chaser.
https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5608/15829046201_0564a833eb_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/q7KZXF)

OK onto some of my car from today (11/25)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7530/15878599801_286203abee_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qc8Yw6)

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8606/15260927313_0effddbce7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pfyf1r)

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https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7531/15694820367_d60c8c08bd_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pUU4ia)

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8661/15693278210_a84a032515_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pUL9Sf)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7471/15260925033_54c691c0b8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pfyek8)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7493/15694557359_e09e6a1d20_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pUSH7x)DSC_0389 (https://flic.kr/p/pUSH7x) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7517/15693065918_673dae19c7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pUK4L3)DSC_0396 (https://flic.kr/p/pUK4L3) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8603/15878589631_37ff69087b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qc8VuK)DSC_0402 (https://flic.kr/p/qc8VuK) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7527/15879928362_f2c5636c1c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qcfMsj)DSC_0403 (https://flic.kr/p/qcfMsj) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7544/15879928052_ddf64cc017_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qcfMmY)DSC_0409 (https://flic.kr/p/qcfMmY) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7471/15258306284_a4d17f1bb3_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pfjNSh)DSC_0410 (https://flic.kr/p/pfjNSh) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7519/15694555939_d7fa21f398_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pUSGG4)DSC_0415 (https://flic.kr/p/pUSGG4) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

As far as Turbo... not yet... I'm not really interested and $$ wise, I have other stuff around my house/property that needs attention first, plus I want a semi-reliable setup. if I do it down the road, a simple t28 setup will do..

Body wise, I would like to get an OEM style Lip and OEM Silvia Skirts and some sort of rear extension valance. I really like 240sxdriftin's mods..

[that240sxguy]

Great job man! Of all the builds im following, this is definitely my favorite. Again, great job, fantastic work!!

[Super_OK_S13]

Once again, Its been a couple months since an update...

To kick off 2015!!

At the end of November I registered for the Rod/Custom/Tuner Show at Motorama 2015 in Harrisburg, PA. If you've never been to it, it has ALL kinds of stuff going on over 2 days. Supercross style racing with bikes and quads ranging from small 50cc to large size 700cc in all age ranges. go-kart racing, micro wingless sprints, 1/10th and 1/8th scale off road RC racing, Robot Wars, and a bunch of friends hook up and have a big RC Drift Demo/Fun Comp setup somewhere in the venue. Plus a Shitload of vendors and Advertisers for different racing venues from all over.

Anyway, My car was "accepted" to be there in the car show portion. So I started prepping the car/cleaning it up/acquiring some new parts.


I started by giving the interior a re-fresh and covering the door cards and glovebox.

Start by using a razor blade and cutting the black skin off the door showing the hardboard shell..
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7521/16233882276_07fc35bb06_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qJwTC1)DSC_0091 (https://flic.kr/p/qJwTC1) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

Tools of choice.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8644/15639892293_5939a8e25f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pQ3x6p)DSC_0092 (https://flic.kr/p/pQ3x6p) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

under the vinyl skin is a foam skin that needs to come off. most of it pulls off but some sections needed to be scraped and loosened up easily/scraped off.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7530/16258965502_7704b20f42_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLKrZq)DSC_0090 (https://flic.kr/p/qLKrZq) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7574/16259790785_97c0d3313e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLPFjr)DSC_0099 (https://flic.kr/p/qLPFjr) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

the tops of my skins were pulling away from the door shell, so the next step is taping off around the door.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8662/16072428250_9bf171aefe_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qugoXU)DSC_0100 (https://flic.kr/p/qugoXU) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

I cut up some plastic on account of overspray.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8674/16072258248_5d7f194696_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qufwqQ)DSC_0102 (https://flic.kr/p/qufwqQ) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

I sprayed under the top section and let it setup for a bit and finished taping the plastic..
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7516/15639891313_ec5f4d91e2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pQ3wNv)DSC_0104 (https://flic.kr/p/pQ3wNv) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

trimmed the fabric a little bit extra to tuck into the groove.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7501/16257967081_54885d5dcc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLEkcg)DSC_0107 (https://flic.kr/p/qLEkcg) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

this is the spray glue I chose, as it says its good for head liners. I guess that means it should be ok for a little heat..
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7527/16072257278_8e948d2583_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qufw97)DSC_0109 (https://flic.kr/p/qufw97) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

spray both the shell and the back side of the fabric and let it setup for a couple minutes.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8630/15637379524_7558878f57_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pPPE8N)DSC_0112 (https://flic.kr/p/pPPE8N) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8656/16072426520_45649295c2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qugos5)DSC_0113 (https://flic.kr/p/qugos5) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

next I laid the fabric on and pressed the fabric into the contours with the back of the screwdriver and tucked it into the groove as tight as I could with the tip.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8565/16072257428_48127035ab_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qufwbG)DSC_0108 (https://flic.kr/p/qufwbG) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

after its all tucked in I started on the other panel to let the glue cure. once I got done with the second panel I started cutting the excess fabric off with the exact-o knife.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8586/16257965541_1daa1578b2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLEjJH)DSC_0118 (https://flic.kr/p/qLEjJH) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7500/16073940907_376aea81bd_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qup9Cc)DSC_0116 (https://flic.kr/p/qup9Cc) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7565/15637378004_4fe5ac1f4a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pPPDFA)DSC_0120 (https://flic.kr/p/pPPDFA) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

as you cut I recommend tucking the fabric also. it will hide the edge of the fabric.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7556/16257965131_d62fbb705a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLEjBD)DSC_0121 (https://flic.kr/p/qLEjBD) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

here you can kinda see the back of the fabric.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7543/16258961362_914f879385_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLKqL3)DSC_0122 (https://flic.kr/p/qLKqL3) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

since most of the fabric/craft stores in my area have idiots working at them they didn't know what the black plastic vinyl piping was and I couldn't find it myself, sooooo. I found that black Para-cord worked, so that's what I stuffed into the groove to hide the edges of the fabric. no glue was used in doing this, just stuff it in there.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7474/16073428049_236c7e89de_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qumwaP)DSC_0135 (https://flic.kr/p/qumwaP) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8645/16257743581_68537fc198_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLDbKP)DSC_0133 (https://flic.kr/p/qLDbKP) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7485/15639667213_51e99416d0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pQ2obH)DSC_0137 (https://flic.kr/p/pQ2obH) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr


I ended up using leftover fabric to make a shift boot.. had to hand sew it since we don't have a machine and my sister wasn't home to do it with hers.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7525/16072429930_0133a08114_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qugpsS)DSC_0080 (https://flic.kr/p/qugpsS) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7557/16073944537_72e32d92ff_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qupaGM)DSC_0082 (https://flic.kr/p/qupaGM) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8603/15637382314_1634f1b47c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pPPEXU)DSC_0085 (https://flic.kr/p/pPPEXU) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

I don't have much on the glovebox but the same concept applies as far as taking the old stuff off, making sure to cut the piece is big enough to wrap around to the backside. it also needs notched and cut around the lock/handle holes carefully.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8610/16258966062_da29b36c47_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLKsa5)DSC_0086 (https://flic.kr/p/qLKsa5) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8679/16072259548_0f168db87d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qufwPf)DSC_0087 (https://flic.kr/p/qufwPf) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

after the interior was all but done I started on some of the engine bay parts, cleaning them up for paint.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7506/16117112806_7625dc169a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qydq8h)DSC_0089 (https://flic.kr/p/qydq8h) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

obiously not the maf but the other parts were glass beaded before new paint...
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Bought a couple cool stickers for my garage door =)
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7540/15560238843_33323bdbae_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pH1hU4)CSC_0071 (https://flic.kr/p/pH1hU4) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7517/16180022645_56d96cc9fc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qDLR2F)CSC_0073 (https://flic.kr/p/qDLR2F) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

I decided it was time to add some color to the engine bay and started with the valve cover as there was waaay to much black and silver. it just looked monotonous and plain..


I will post later tonight with the rest of the update...

[Super_OK_S13]

made new post on update, delete this post...

[OBEEWON]

I've seen this car at the TST Sonic meet. I like it.

[Super_OK_S13]

OBEEWON- I've never been to the TST meet unless you are talking about the mount joy sonic meet, but you saw it at the Pennstate Harrisburg car show one year, when I went with Jesse Bretz and his two-tone coupe. But I think it was white/grey not this color. That was when you had the maroon SC and yellow wheels(?) I don't think I'm on the TST forum. If there is another misty blue metallic two tone coupe around here I'm gonna shit...... haha

[Super_OK_S13]

I wanted metal flake in Purple, but I cant afford a 200$ jar of House of Kolor flake. So being DIY everything, I looked for other ways to achieve the look of metal flake on a decent budget, not dollar store cheap...

I started by stripping the valve cover, scuff pad, and cleaning it with acetone before spraying high temp primer, then high temp gloss black.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7524/16140997561_198d28cfcc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qAjQep)DSC_0008 (https://flic.kr/p/qAjQep) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

I did some test pieces on some scrap, and it seemed to hold up..
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7561/15520567904_fc80e8c69d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pDuY7m)DSC_0011 (https://flic.kr/p/pDuY7m) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

After the black was laid down I used a high temp clear to give the glitter something to hold to.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8590/15520567644_7d16e41a26_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pDuY2S)DSC_0013 (https://flic.kr/p/pDuY2S) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8590/15520567644_7d16e41a26_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pDuY2S)DSC_0013 (https://flic.kr/p/pDuY2S) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8597/15957144527_000e6d6043_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qj5x8v)DSC_0028 (https://flic.kr/p/qj5x8v) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

I also thought that the valve cover wasn't enough and did the strut bar ends.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7513/15523176523_fa79b03bd4_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/pDJkyx)DSC_0034 (https://flic.kr/p/pDJkyx) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

This is after sanding the letters and the 1st of 2 cans of Spraymax 2k high gloss clear, I used 2 cans to burry the flake/glitter.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8602/16258342599_97701e7255_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLGfPH)DSC_0019 (https://flic.kr/p/qLGfPH) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

Since I had some of the bay apart to freshen up I decided I needed a new header since the pace-setter warped somehow and was rubbing on the steering u-joint.

so I set out to find an s14 tube style and bought a megan racing s14 downpipe.

took the old header off and up on the bench.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7384/15824616923_723d26355e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/q7nihP)DSC_0179 (https://flic.kr/p/q7nihP) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7411/16258440929_8838083b28_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLGL44)DSC_0181 (https://flic.kr/p/qLGL44) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

started by unwrapping the old one to re-use the wrap on the new one.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7320/15822161284_7339af1ba8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/q79Hjd)DSC_0182 (https://flic.kr/p/q79Hjd) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8626/16258440589_b5307a9ac0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLGKXc)DSC_0184 (https://flic.kr/p/qLGKXc) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

I got this off of another 240 friend who went turbo and scored it for an awesome price!!!

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7304/16418701866_e44978e74e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r1S93E)DSC_0186 (https://flic.kr/p/r1S93E) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8642/16443741562_a6403419d4_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r45tty)DSC_0187 (https://flic.kr/p/r45tty) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

after getting all the other wrap off I flipped the wrap over and went to town on the new one..

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7444/16442917511_9eee172c60_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r41fvM)DSC_0189 (https://flic.kr/p/r41fvM) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7292/16257279280_2c04dc555e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLANJC)DSC_0190 (https://flic.kr/p/qLANJC) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7428/16257279070_c12b0ccfe2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLANF1)DSC_0191 (https://flic.kr/p/qLANF1) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

next thing I had to do was spray it with the high heat silicone spray.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7392/16258439419_5f32df81ef_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLGKB2)DSC_0203 (https://flic.kr/p/qLGKB2) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8656/16257278860_742d982f35_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLANBo)DSC_0200 (https://flic.kr/p/qLANBo) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7330/16257278300_906b1a9639_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qLANrJ)DSC_0204 (https://flic.kr/p/qLANrJ) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

after that I decided it was time to re-do the brake booster since the master cylinder was leaking only after a year of it being on.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7351/16227261487_417dce1530_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qHWXut)DSC_0195 (https://flic.kr/p/qHWXut) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7332/15793139503_b4f8824a0e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/q4zY9F)DSC_0192 (https://flic.kr/p/q4zY9F) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

instead of being low/satin oem gloss black I went with a high gloss black. didn't think it would look good but it turned out ok against the rest of the bay.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7434/16227261317_0aea83b672_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qHWXrx)DSC_0196 (https://flic.kr/p/qHWXrx) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7332/16411412321_2fedabaf21_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r1dM7R)DSC_0199 (https://flic.kr/p/r1dM7R) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

here are some pictures of the bay from the other day I was cleaning out the garage..

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7442/16226944649_09ab424b28_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qHVkiK)DSC_0235 (https://flic.kr/p/qHVkiK) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8636/16412223372_0b2c8625c4_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r1hWdu)DSC_0241 (https://flic.kr/p/r1hWdu) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8629/16387186976_f2ea674443_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qY5BLu)DSC_0240 (https://flic.kr/p/qY5BLu) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7303/16412223702_b4856fa7a2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r1hWjb)DSC_0238 (https://flic.kr/p/r1hWjb) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7371/16225508558_a0dfc449b9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qHMYpy)DSC_0231 (https://flic.kr/p/qHMYpy) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7425/16227329737_44e2880866_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qHXiMc)DSC_0232 (https://flic.kr/p/qHXiMc) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

i need to get stainless cap screws to replace the front cover bolts on the engine. that will clean it up some for sure. also need to do something with the grille inserts beside the turn signals. mine are broken. i have an idea but haven't had time to make them yet.

[Super_OK_S13]

Here are a couple pictures from MOTORAMA 2015

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8583/16002631184_278838e2f7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qo6EJd)DSC_0401 (https://flic.kr/p/qo6EJd) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8562/16624151472_e79158be9f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rk284f)DSC_0355 (https://flic.kr/p/rk284f) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8651/16437799870_8bf9970ca1_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/r3y2dA)DSC_0353 (https://flic.kr/p/r3y2dA) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

you can kind of see the pieces i cut up and screwed in place of the oem grille inserts that are cracked and impossible to find by themselves.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8648/16598852676_65c6627378_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rhMsB7)DSC_0354 (https://flic.kr/p/rhMsB7) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr


NEVER would i thought in a million years would i get ANY award next to some SEMA quailty built cars that were in the same Complex as my '91 240sx.. so... i guess proud moment for me :D (TOP 60 out of close to 300 other registered cars)
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8679/16116727234_b0da9c6465_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qybrvu)20150222_161936 (https://flic.kr/p/qybrvu) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

[Super_OK_S13]

Not sure how much further i can take this car, as of the end of march the wife left and the divorce was finalized/paper work filed, so now i will have sole responsibility of the property/mortgage. funds will be tight!!

a little bit ago my friend logan got me out of the house and we went to shoot the car. i took my camera along to mess with it. here is a couple of mine,

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8725/16954322919_3b56ecf90e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rQckwp)DSC_0266 (https://flic.kr/p/rQckwp) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8804/16952970660_ff837fae28_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rQ5pxA)DSC_0274 (https://flic.kr/p/rQ5pxA) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr


My friend Logan took these---> check his face book page out and give like. :D

https://www.facebook.com/Photography.One?fref=photo

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5332/17013080029_aa332a05ae_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/rVotY2)1962180_1170108689701569_589843121870341986 4_o (https://flic.kr/p/rVotY2) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5458/17173305106_c87f514e21_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/saxFim)11128503_1169686309743807_84780603268470811 98_o (https://flic.kr/p/saxFim) by super_ok_s13 (https://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/), on Flickr

[rangerjavi]

Sorry to hear that bro but you're not the only one in that position if that makes you feel a bit better I too was in something similar to your current situation.

[burnsauto]

Hey Man, just got back from Carlisle where we met and I got a good look at your ride, nice in person. Nice to see a car that isn't just good on a computer screen. I'm sorry to hear about the situation, if there's anything I can do. When you get a chance, PM me.

[Super_OK_S13]

Small update. Nothing really new but Since I quit home depot and got a new/better paying job at the beginning of august. I treated myself to some goodies for the car..

New front lower control arms and DMAX Super Street coilovers. The 2 times I drove on them so far compared to my Tanabes are really really smooth and a lot lower.. the fronts are maxed out as far as I can make them go.

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/642/21711004599_2726348ff3_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/z5wzgv)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5733/21275121934_a39f4e5e55_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/yq1yx9)

The end goal is to be flush front and rear so I may end up with some new front knuckles that have a slight drop to them..

[t's!]

i really like the dedication put into your car. makes me think you'll never get rid of it which is always nice to see!

[Super_OK_S13]

THANKS t's! i think im at the point of no return as far as selling it... its my style and my art...

OK, i will update this with a post in more detail of the coilover and FLCA install even though its basic stuff.

I probably did miss a couple steps but having the camera on a tripod helped...

Here's a GIF i made of the first part of disassembly. :naughty:

http://cdn.makeagif.com/media/10-14-2015/qJOnva.gif (http://makeagif.com/qJOnva)


Started with the fronts, since i was replaceing the Front Lower Control Arm, i took it all apart.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5817/21980511978_745f9830af_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zukSqs)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5786/22142147476_b83873be02_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zJCi2o)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5675/21981435659_62c96ef890_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zuqAZZ)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5747/22142140466_027bfdf1b0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zJCfWw)

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/589/22168288995_5aa64d63ed_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zLWgZe)

ONTO the rears. since all i did was the coilover thats all i took out..

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/601/22178551671_176e3014e1_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zMQSHV)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5650/22142144466_dc39b82d3a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zJCh8u)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5779/21981432499_7af7bba09e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zuqA4v)

All the parts on the bench waiting for the new stuff to come!!

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5701/22142136976_5d558a555a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zJCeUm)

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/570/21981423149_5744f8cfd8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zuqxhi)

got hungry........:ugh:

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5661/21981421869_f1fc711853_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zuqwUe)


:hsdance: NEW PARTS!!!!! :hsdance: THANK YOU FRSPORT!!!! :hsdance:


https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5740/21545510874_d7259e9e3c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/yPUnKq)

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/658/22178539471_2c6370d145_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zMQP6z)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5709/22155660812_91b5a7d16f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zKPy4W)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5799/21980193680_d22a503e10_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zujeNy)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5682/21980192030_7fdcafc86e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zujej7)

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/612/22168274575_771164d814_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zLWcGB)

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/738/21545502034_1ffa602078_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/yPUk81)

Rears came with the adjustment scale stickers to put on

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/754/22168272175_7766bcc34b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zLWbZe)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5680/22155651822_c50495c348_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zKPvoW)

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/765/21980185060_b2da6726cf_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zujceW)

To The SuperOK! ガレージ

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5684/22142115886_f0f5149689_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zJC8CJ)

Re-assembly

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/667/21545489654_9cb72e6709_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/yPUgry)

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/579/21981398459_bb79b7c3ea_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zuqpWB)

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/759/22178515841_849b1333c6_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zMQG5a)

didnt get any of the rear but i had to flip the RUCA because it was bindin on the coilover body..

picture of the car in the driveway. i need new front tires to go a hair lower and new slightly shorter front 326power springs will come soon.

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5708/21792324259_02367c1c83_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zcHmLB)

[Hatemy7]

Great build!!! loved it

[relaxamigo]

LOVE the super streets, been drifting on those for awhile! Great work dude

[Z_Spool]

Didn't see you mention, which flca did you pick up? Are these just OEM replacements, s14s, etc?

This car makes my pants tight... Just so you know.


Sent from my iPhone using Derpaderp

[Super_OK_S13]

its been a little while since an update, so here goes! :bigok:

thanks guys!! z_spool they are just OEM replacements.

i bought an FRP SR Lip and will eventually get the Silvia skirts and rear spats to go with it, i'll probably just vinyl wrap them when i get them.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1590/25713088110_e39dbb419b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Fbbigm)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1599/25941270462_285af1f9f7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/FwkMVQ)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1680/25429053394_554b71562c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/EK5xD5)

my old mishimoto radiator from 2009 wore a hole in the fins from the old fans being installed with those ziptie things that come with the fans; that go through the radiator and the fins hold them in place. so it was time for a new one with the bolt on fan/shroud kit from mishimoto as well. thanks to Nick at Elite JDM for the good price and FAST overnight delivery!!!!

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1522/25987710306_201fc1a6ee_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/FArNSN)

my dog Katsumi approves!!

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1495/25892767392_47a473662e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Fs4cE1)

installed and functional

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1641/25987645036_ca01e145a2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/FArtts)

went to a cars and coffee meet that is new to the area. my friend showed up in his S14 =)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1589/25380840214_d801cab675_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/EEPrxm)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1496/25713003190_6a2b5982ed_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/FbaS2d)

added some stickers to the back window

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1463/25918621091_ca5cb73d0c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/FukH4r)

just a couple more will do down the road. no stickers will be on the body, only the back and no more on the front window and under the hood. =)

[yardy]

I just sat and read this whole build. Clean, Aesthetic and Functional, a true build. I appreciate the time and effort you put into the car, inspiration at its best.

[Super_OK_S13]

short and sweet update.

thanks yardy!!!

floor mats from Garage Moon Power, and 4-point bolt-in roll bar.

https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7414/27493693776_0801fcd2fb_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HTwni3)

https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7646/26711164050_cf34739d9d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GGnGtd)

SOLD the SC reps a week ago and painted my s14 se wheels, i will get tires promptly.

not sure what is next as i am trying to work on my house more when i have time, aside from working...

just mock up so far on the wheels, i will probably raise it a bit for better function and drive-ability.

https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7422/27329071574_b18082fb7b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HCYCRd)

[supersayianjim]

I need a link to that lip. and your coupe looks great, although those rear fenders need to be rolled. I'm glad to see a non drift damage coupe esp in pa.

[tuzzio]

Such awesome attention to detail. The TTT rear seat delete looks good. Does it rattle at all?

also, the purple glitter is the fucking best thing i've seen in a while.

[brndck]

such a cool build! I love how clean it is!!!

[Super_OK_S13]

I need a link to that lip. and your coupe looks great, although those rear fenders need to be rolled. I'm glad to see a non drift damage coupe esp in pa.

PM'd :)

Such awesome attention to detail. The TTT rear seat delete looks good. Does it rattle at all?

also, the purple glitter is the fucking best thing i've seen in a while.

thanks! it makes the engine bay pop for sure, the rear seat delete doesnt rattle that much as its bolted fast except the center at the bottom.

such a cool build! I love how clean it is!!!

thanks yo!



so the truck is now out of registration and i fell into a good deal on an 05 Infiniti G35x from a neighbor. needs some buffing on the body to make the light scuffs and scratches go away and might need a respray on the hood and front/rear bumper. engine is super quiet and it rides soooooo nice compared to the truck and car. the only reason i bought it was it had a service record from 05-2014 at an Infiniti dealership from the one previous owner. only plans are tint, double din nav/aux stereo unit, and maybe a set of winter tires and a set of OEM wheels from something infiniti or nissan as summer wheels.

https://c5.staticflickr.com/8/7409/27547917044_0ea65f0190_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HYjgYY)

[Escape 240sx]

One of my favorite builds on here,The detail in the car is just crazy amazing gives me alot of ideas for my car. Hope to see more! Ka ftw

[mochimod]

I'm in love with that front lip spoiler, mind sharing how to get one?

[DJTTon]

Where do you get stickers like that?

[Super_OK_S13]

thanks guys for the kind words again! glad my build inspires.

i got the lip from casale designs on a whim.

i got the stickers around the internet and instagram/facebook.

sn3Vw6geUYE

havent driven it in a while and made it to the season finale cars and coffee lehigh valley a couple weekends ago. On the way back stopped at a white castle. (my first time there)

https://c5.staticflickr.com/6/5546/30739892156_cff22c6077_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NQnYYC)

new wheels still need picked out.

top 3 choices are

1. rebuilt Panasport G7 C5C to 18", 17" could work too.

2. 18" CR kai Kiwami

3. Nismo LMGT2 rebuilt to 18"

Most likely will get a set of rear rocket bunny quarter panel overs for the silvia, dorki dori v1 coupe skirts/v1 rear spats, i already have the front SR lip from casale designs.

[Dolph_KYAS13]

Most likely will get a set of rear rocket bunny quarter panel overs for the silvia,

Not Allowed. Sorry Pal.

[hanzbrady]

Nismos for sure.

[Super_OK_S13]

Not Allowed. Sorry Pal.

Talking about these and molding them into the quarters. (Not the fender flares :ugh: ) Don't feel like messing with metal work. My passenger side quarter pannel is filled with bond-o from a loooooong time ago so it's these or crazy metal work.
http://www.evasivemotorsports.com/mm5/graphics/00000001/GREDDY-17020235.jpg

If I do end up doing metal work it will be something like this but I don't really feel like doing it... plus the rocketbunny keeps the body line unlike some of the others out there and are pretty subtle looking.
https://c1.staticflickr.com/6/5641/30748937376_1db5975113_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NRbkNG)

I don't really want any type of crazy kit on the car other than the OEM lip,skirts,and rear spats to keep the theme OEM+

Hanzbrady, hopefully I can find a set of faces for nismos, Otherwise panasport will do just fine. I like the look of panasport more because the nismos look like the Mustang reps I used to have minus the three piece design of them.


Cheers guys! :)

[ReedMann]

Great thread!

I like your idea of using paracord as an edge for the door panel fabric. How has it held up over time?

I live in NC now, but I'm originally from Carlisle. I remember seeing your car in person at a Performance and Style show a few years back. It looks great in person.

[Super_OK_S13]

Reedman- thanks and if you are going next year come say hi!!!! i wish i could have found a slightly larger size, so it didn't sit too far in the groove and be not so noticeable. i eventually took it all out since i never glued it in place it kept falling out. :-/


i did pick up a set of Panasport G7 C5C (from Stevino :naughty:) and ordered 2 new raw lips in 2.5in wide and im going to put the "rear set" up front and the rebuilt ones in the rear. :hsdance:

https://c8.staticflickr.com/6/5664/30809334151_79466d8715_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NWvTEp)

rears up front
https://c8.staticflickr.com/6/5475/30941001335_858f0e4db5_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/P99HJg)

i will be taking all the wheels apart and having the lips chrome plated when the new ones arrive. since i have an old working electric oven in the garage, i am going to powdercoat the barrels flat black and the faces either a bright silver or a medium-dark silver to blend in with the bottom two-tone color.

after or during that, the interior is getting ripped out for the oem carpet i bought MONTHS and MONTHS ago to go in plus getting the the front section of the bolt in cage bent up welded and painted. also on the list being shipped now is a pair of front 326power 12k springs 160mm long, and a new STRI Xline water temp gauge.

***also, i am going to have to find time to transfer ALLLLLL my photos from photo bucket to flickr since im not paying anymore monthly for it, so from when i got my nikon till now is all that will be seen.***

[Bushido]

The new wheels are going to make a huge difference on this car.
Good job.

[Super_OK_S13]

The new wheels are going to make a huge difference on this car.
Good job.

:bow: thanks for the kind words


Some parts started arriving. :naughty:


Got a new quick release, Black Gen 2 with carbon ring. Already installed that pictures later when I edit the post.

New STRI x-line water temp gauge. Old one isn't getting a signal so I jumped all the wires direct (signal straight to the sensor and grounds/power) but the needle was only blinking, not moving. So I did a little research and tried an Autopower sensor (even the same NPT thread size) but still no luck. I just went off of the factory cluster for too long...

I replaced the front springs on my coilovers. 326power 12k 160mm length.
https://c4.staticflickr.com/6/5813/30397511523_d2cf02916e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Nj8c9g)

Also started by removing the lips and prepping to paint the faces and barrels. Lips and bolts will be polished.
https://c6.staticflickr.com/6/5810/30397495453_a29e7892b0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Nj87nc)


Took all the wheel weights off of the barrels, tapped the faces out with a rubber mallet, and cleaned all the sealant off of the barrels, lips and the edge of the face that touches the inside of the barrel. I need to finish prepping for paint on the other 3 faces.

https://c7.staticflickr.com/6/5772/31061263502_f91f2f4f7a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PjM6tU)


Also black friday, I'm ordering Dorki Dori skirts v1 and coupe v1 rear spats. To go along with that and since I'm keeping the car Two-Tone I have avery gloss metallic car wrap to do the bottom of the car.

Next week I want to go to my uncles metal shop and get tubing for the front cage bars to bend up.

That's all for now, I'll update as the other stuff comes in!

-Jimmy

[97nismo]

I kinda like the stock se's but I am an Oem wheel whore

[Malik]

this car turned out nice... well done

[Super_OK_S13]

:naughty: UPDATE TIME! :naughty:

97nismo- i still have them, they are clean, simple, stock wheels!

Malik- thanks!!

:drama:

After taking apart the wheels and seperating the bolts into cups, i decided not to chrome plate the lips and bolts since it would be extremely expensive. i had a friend polish the lips and i bought a vibratory tumbler from harbor freight.


https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/550/31514028305_ece0a8f068_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Q1MCFB)

Reading online i found out using crushed walnut bedding was not harsh on the chrome and cleaned up the sealant and threads pretty good and got most of the brake dust off but only slightly polished them (even after hours of being in the tumbler) . Reading about aluminum foil being able to clean up "tarnished chrome" without scratching it, i threw some balled up foil in the pot. It kind of helped "polish" but i will need to hand polish 140 of the bolt heads by hand :ugh:

i'll need to get the o-rings ti seal the valvestems before re-assembly and have to drill a hole in each of the new lips for the valve stems.

BEFORE
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/514/31476087856_a63288e5c3_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PXrbiW)

DURING
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/389/32606463206_6350013600_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RFjDw7)


AFTER
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/407/32524686621_d7605234b9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Ry6wbZ)


Since i ordered an SR Lip from Casale Designs in feb/march 2016 and left it hanging on the garage wall, i decided it was time to finish the look with AREO from DORKI DORI!!! It came at the beginning of December. Well packaged and VERY good quality even just test fitting, it fits very snug!

layed out for test fit.
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/433/31546256416_52aeff98ab_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Q4CNYG)

Getting visual help from Casale designs on the brackets needed to be fabricated, i mocked up and made brackets for the lip,
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/684/31059372064_a5f22d993e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PjBpdU)

Still have yet to use the snow blower under the black and white plaid jacket :confused:
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/503/31862116706_85e7e28f49_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/QxxFeL)

temporary nuts and bolts before its riveted together
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/567/31096148704_e7b160edca_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PnRTCU)

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/727/31935753795_6ccb5f329f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/QE45YK)

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/569/31898904586_59fff5da33_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/QANdZy)

I had to make new fender braces, plus this helped lessen the gap between the lip and around the bumper.
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/760/31898903556_e903dba4f8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/QANdFN)

I was too busy working to take pictures but everything fits so tight. Bought some 1/4-20 stainless button head screws to hold them on via riv-nuts in the fender/wheel arches.
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/644/31418131554_55a016677e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PSj8Vm)

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/683/32110224082_865aaf35d5_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/QVthV9)

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/460/32221206456_b9a1e6184d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/R6h77m)


Once i was done mocking up the aero i got lazy and didnt do anything for a long while. Then one day my girlfirend and i were picking up parts for her car at Advance Auto and decided to look through the paint cans and saw a silver that struck my eye.... :coold:


It was the PERFECT MATCH :hyper: <----- so i danced around like that guy.

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/767/32530487376_6b160859e6_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RyBfy1)

Just a pretty bright silver!!

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/286/32530487366_421879e809_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RyBfxQ)

Sand Sand Sand.... 220 for the pitted areas and to strip the old stuff off... then --> 400 so smooth it all out.

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/703/32315316842_150b938a4b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ReArRd)

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/480/31623400944_0124dc1727_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/QbscmL)

White Sealer/Sandable Primer, 2 coats. i left them in my basement for a couple days and then brought them back out to finish them after.

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/495/32315315222_aca797518c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ReArnh)

Painted and enough coats of clear for a duplicolor gloss..

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/273/32315315292_2a2ea0afc6_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ReArou)

In the SUN!! :wavey:
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/640/32315315202_b637f3902e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ReArmW)


Left them locked in the basement, and.......


Went to the Farm Show in our grunge/hipster flannels.
https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/726/32530488726_f9314faefc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RyBfXh)

Here is Benson, hes's 6, he likes racecars. he fits in the neighborhood better then me with that hat on, all the bitches love him.

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/450/32571201825_824d3d6958_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/RCcVxg)

After a couple weeks i brought my rear Areo spats inside and started wrapping it with the Gloss Metallic Grey vinyl. i got one done and had to wait till the girlfriend came home and helped with the other, then the next day we wrapped the rest of the areo plus the front and rear bumpers, we did the best we could using a heat gun, without getting wrinkles and using multiple pieces (although you have to look kinda hard to see the overlap unless theres a crazy shadow given off from it) By the way, she's made me the happiest i've EVER been in my life. :love: been together over a year now, im forever ecstatic that she helps me

Izzy is 8, she loooooooves Pictures =/

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I got the dogs really hyped up for a car ride. :eek:



And off they went! As you see Izzy is holding on and the other 2 are like kids that you swat at in the backseat from trying to get out of their seat.
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Teaser of the wheels half-assed put together for a quick shoot.

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The Next update will be after all the parts are installed on the car.


:hide:

[tuzzio]

bump for updates.

[burnsauto]

here here! Updates or I call bullshit!:keke: Say hi to the pups for me.

[Super_OK_S13]

Tuzzio :naughty:

Burnsauto WOOF :ddog:



After we wrapped everything in the house, i wrapped the doors, parts of the rocker/jambs, and rear quarters. I applied the black stripe. still hover car status.

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I put the stock wheels on and pulled it outside. i really like OEM + cars, subtle, clean,simple style is for me.

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2702/32969640201_2977fcce72_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Seq2or)



So, after putting together the wheels, i used clear gutter sealant for aluminum gutters. I spun the wheels on a front hub as i filled the gap where the barrel,lip, and face come together. as soon as i was done i used a body filler card to flatten the excess and push the rest into the groove. after that, i laid them out in the sun to cure for a couple hours.

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After my tires came. i took them to a friend i trusted with mounting them.

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225/45/17 on the 9 inch rears. 215/45/17 on the 8.5 inch fronts.


I didnt really take that many pics of assembly or fitment. i left all the same specs as far as aligntment (camber/toe) from the Saleen SC reps.

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I also added a glass pack after the cat AND a muffler tip. ^ see picture above on floor.

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its definitely more quiet and i like the look of a factory style tip with my 90's/OEM+ theme.


I brought the car outside and washed the MONTHS of dust off the car since it was warming up.

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Yeeaaaaahhhhhh!!!! clean

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In front of my paps garage, where i first installed the silvia frontend.
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im very humble about my ride, it pleases me and thats all that matters. im not a trophy chaser, i just like to inspire others with my style and mediocre at best work.

The guys from Lowlife x Junkstyles liked my wheels so much they gave me a "best wheels" skate board deck at their Spring Breakdown show. Very Honored since there were many other nice wheel builds there!

:bow:

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All i really do is just drive it around which is why i built the car.

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I Finally made a couple more brackets for the lip in the center. This is the factory mounting point. It attaches to the holes in the plastic part of the bumper by the lower core support.

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Nothing really changed in the engine bay yet. I bought new stainless, button allen head hardware and finish wahsers for the fenders and the core support end brackets instead of hex bolts. Also swapped out the CUSCO mounts for JGS rubber mounts. The CUSCO are too solid and i was sick of the vibrations from them.

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im thinking of smoothing out some of the edges along the wheel tubs and under the fenders, over the winter, re-spraying the engine bay a Bright pearl white and nickle plating the engine hardware. Engine needs new timing chains and/or tensioner/guides, they are making some noise. maybe get/bend up new front bolt-in cage bars and paint the cage with the bay.

other than that im super happy just driving it around!

[TheRealSy90]

This car is just too perfect on the outside. It reminds me of like an Akina Speedstars car from Initial D. Just minimal exterior mods, very nice looking.

[tuzzio]

10/10 car is still awesome.

[afishysilvia]

Life goals...When you can have your aero in the living room without your S/O getting upset. EXTREMELY clean ride.

[Super_OK_S13]

TheRealSy90--- Thats my favorite style, simple and clean.
tuzzio--- Thanks !!!
afishysilvia--- Shes awesome and im glad shes helping me with the build.


Ive since parked the car in the garage for the winter and made the decision to start the next major build project of the car. Since every time i bring up about wanting RHD, i always get the response, :coolugh: "just sell your car and buy a Silvia." OR "why drive RHD in the US?" :ugh: i think at this point in my build i have done too much work to the car (NOT in a sentimental way) to just give up/let go of this thing, I've had for 11 years and buy another just to put the same amount of work to make it this way again (shaved,tubs,ect, ect). plus i would have to find the right buyer and with today's s-chassis market, its hard to find someone that knows how to put a value on a car with the amount of time and effort into a (what i think is a proper) build it seems. plus it has turned into a piece of art for me and i don't really drive it all that often anyway and i want to make it mine by doing things that make it unique.

So, onto what is happening now!!!

Put the car up in the air.
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Wheels off
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After thinking/staring at the car with the wheels off for a bit, this is when i decided that it is time to start the next major part of the build.

Rear subframe out with the help of the lovely, handy, helpful fiance'
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I went under the car thinking there was a bunch of rust, but to my surprise just a couple spots are just surface rusted and the fuel lines are rotted...
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My mom got me an engine stand for my birthday so i put it together and started digging through my back-ups in the garage (wich is why i am making this post about the build)
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TIME FOR A TURBO BUILD!!!!!
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The next thing to do is pull the interior, front end apart, and engine/trans out.

i am going to start with the rear end build first then get to the engine and prep for a RHD firewall swap when i pull the engine for the build.

Engine is going to be a mild 300~400hp build when done. (balanced crankshaft with and rods/pistons)
High mount intercooler setup to keep the bay clean and quick throttle response.
Since i have a TIG welder, ill build my own Manifold.
i see turbo stuff all the time but i am still new to the parts needed for the build.
Just browsing the net, ill probably get the TOMEI kit.

[obscene]

awesome work. looking forward to your progress!

[tuzzio]

I run my front mount in the bumper (lets be honest, intercoolers look cool) and with the silvia front I was able to flip my core and run the pipes on the top and put the piping between the headlights and radiator. If you want pictures, let me know (or find my build thread) Food for thought.

[tjcbar]

sexy build

[Super_OK_S13]

awesome work. looking forward to your progress!
Thanks! your build is coming along nice too! (have seen a couple videos!)

I run my front mount in the bumper (lets be honest, intercoolers look cool) and with the silvia front I was able to flip my core and run the pipes on the top and put the piping between the headlights and radiator. If you want pictures, let me know (or find my build thread) Food for thought.
The more i think about it and now that you pointed it out, i think i will run an upsidedown intercooler. they do look pretty sweet behind the bumper! (i did some poking around your thread too for pics!)

sexy build
Thanks!!!
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After spending some time disassembling the engine block, it all looks ok and ill be making a electrolysis tank and dunking the block for a day or so, to clean the surface rust and clean all the thread holes and also the cooling system (freeze plugs ect ect).

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After taking the block apart I decided to take apart the Subframe. started with the arms and Diff, then moved onto the subframe bushings.

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started with the fire method (Didn't work!!) :rant2:
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Waste of Time :fawk2:
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Ended up cutting out the rubber inner section and cutting a slit in the sleeves, trying my best to not cut into the subframe... :x:
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Since we've had a couple days of lovely 40* plus weather here in PA. :tweak: I started by cleaning up the holes where the bushings go with a wire wheel on a drill, and tried it (with a cup wheel) on the rest to clean it up but it didnt work that well. So I decided to get the Sand blaster out and go to town. :naughty:

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Before
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After
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Just using play sand for now. Might swing by Tractor Supply and grab a bag or 2 of fine blasting sand to run through as a finish before painting.

Also, I moved an old boiler from my basement to the garage to use as a wood stove. It Had to be taken apart to move it in 4 sections to the garage (**Thanks BurnsAuto**).... I re-assembled it and set it in its place.

might get to use it this winter!!
Back side
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Front side
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[DJTTon]

must be so nice to have so much garage space

[obscene]

Thanks! your build is coming along nice too! (have seen a couple videos!)


Thanks! I'll get there eventually

[Super_OK_S13]

must be so nice to have so much garage space

HAHA and i never have the time or when i do, i dont feel like using it. most of the time its too cold in the winter but i am getting this wood stove fixed up. so more garage time after that happens :naughty:
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Update.

I did a little more sandblasting on the subframe and ran out of sand, got 2 more bags and it went back to 20* in the day time.... so its been sitting.

I sealed up the wood stove/boiler with furnace cement around the fire box sections where they meet when bolted together.

I sealed along the bottom on the inside where i'll lay some fire bricks on the bottom and a grate on top of them.
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I also plumbed to the outside where the chimney will turn and go up. I didn't want to punch a hole in the roof, so the wall it was.
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I somehow lost a door hinge between taking it apart months ago and moving a couple weekend ago. So i had to weld one up with some scrap/material in the garage.
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I think i might need some sort of variable speed fan to create a draft. Since the design of the firebox was for an oil burner, i'm guessing it had a somewhat forced draft as it heated up and the flame made its way through the boiler and out to the chimney.

[DJTTon]

Maybe seal up the tube thats punched through the wall?

[Super_OK_S13]

Maybe seal up the tube thats punched through the wall?

Im sure there is plenty of natural draft since its pretty open with a big ridge vent on the roof, and the garage isn't 100% sealed.. Im just thinking the design of the boiler might need a draft fan plus the natural draft created by the heat from the fire.

:::Update:::

I got a call from my Dad and he said, "I have a Chimney pipe for you". He brought it over and set it outside the garage door for me while i was at work. Its a piece of 7"x10ft long. the one end had tabs cut into it so i only lost an inch after trimming them off.

After work i stopped by the local plumbing supply house and Picked up an 8" 90* elbow and a 8"-7"reducer. The next day i stopped by my dads and got his crimper tool since the reducer needed crimped on the 7" end.

Reducer in place.
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The guy at the plumbing supply house showed me a chimney cap but for 7" it was 15$ (it's an odd size i guess). i chose to make my own... :thumbup:

Started with the top.
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Cutting the circle.
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After cutting, I cut a line from the edge to the center, and drilled a few holes in the over lapping top side.
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Once that was together i started on the side pieces to hold the top on and to the chimney pipe.
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Needed 3 of them.
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Drilled the holes in them for the rivets that hold it all together. 3 on the pipe, 2 on the cap.
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My Dad suggested putting a metal screen on top of the chimney to prevent any ashes that might work their way up and out and land on something outside so i used hose clamps to hold it in place. Then after bending the top of the brackets for the cap, i riveted the brackets over the screen and left the hose clamp in place. I also put a couple rivets in the hose clamp after it was tightened to secure it in place.

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Riveted the cap on.
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Put some rivets to hold the pipe to the reducer, and the reducer to the 90* elbow.
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All together ready for some paint.
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After a quick wipe with acetone, i started to shoot it with black grill paint. it was a little cold so i stopped for the night.
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Next thing is to fit it up outside along the wall and make brackets to hold it up and against.

[idlebad]

Damn, that chimney looks great!!!


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[Super_OK_S13]

Made a little progress on the chimney for the wood stove today. ***sorry for the messy garage***

I painted the rest of the pipe and elbow. I also crimped the pipe ouside and sprayed another coat of paint around it.

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The hose clamps will hold the brackets for the turnbuckle that attaches to the garage and holds the pipe steady. I will be making another bracket to support under the elbow.

These are the brackets for the turnbuckle. I drilled the holes and cut the square tubing after.
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Then i made some angle brackets with 1 hole to lag to the wall/board behind and the other will hold the piece of the turnbuckle.

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Cut them into pieces.
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Made 3 and Assembled them.
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finished and loosely strapped to the pipe. I will be using a couple rivets to hold the strap in place so nothing sags or can really move.
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In the pictures you can kind of see I painted the wood stove with the same paint. I still have to seal the space where the pipe goes outside and get some 1/2" concrete board to put against the wall behind/around the wood stove. I'm not sure how hot it is/can get so we will see soon, i will probably buy/make a log/wood rack for the fire box. i might even look into a used waste oil setup..

Here's the brackets that attach for the bracing.
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Brought the ladder out and the pipe.
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After putting the pipe up, i zipped a bunch of self tapping screws to hold it in place. then when i need to run the chimney brush up through i can undo the elbow and twist it straight and run the brush through.
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Made the pieces that connect the end to the turnbuckle and tightened it all up.
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Even with just the 2 braces its pretty stable. I'm going to get my bigger ladder out and put 2 braces on the edge of the roof as well. I dont want it to blow over in a really bad wind storm.

Still need to seal up the pipe to the outside, make a plate to cover the hole where the burner use to sit, then i'll start a fire in the box. Hopefully theres enough draft so i dont smoke the garage out.



On a CAR related note!! I ordered GKtech solid subframe bushings.
They will be here Monday! :naughty:

[Green Arrow]

The heat should create a pressure enough to push out of the chimney. I’ve messed with a few barrel-wood stove conversions. Awesome cap!

When you get it running, make sure to start it with a leaf blower....that’s loads of fun

[stopbruh]

are those dorkidori sideskirts and rear valances?

[obscene]

Good stuff!!! You'll have it warm and toasty just in time for spring lol

[Super_OK_S13]

The heat should create a pressure enough to push out of the chimney. I’ve messed with a few barrel-wood stove conversions. Awesome cap!

When you get it running, make sure to start it with a leaf blower....that’s loads of fun

I really need some sort of draft fan. I might Tee into the pipe right out of the back of the stove and use a piece of 1.5 inch pre-bent 90* exhaust pipe facing the chimney pipe, and hook up a fan/blower of some sort. So when its on it'll have a venturi effect and blow air up the chimney thus creating a draft of sorts to pull the smoke through the stove and out of the chimney.

are those dorkidori sideskirts and rear valances?

They ARE!! Very good quality might I add too! If you go back through my build you can see other pics before we wrapped them/fitment. :naughty:

Good stuff!!! You'll have it warm and toasty just in time for spring lol

HAHA. I hope it gets warm soon, i've been getting cabin fever!!


So, onto the stove. I lit some papertowels and fire starter sticks and then laid a couple scrap white pine 2x2's on top with space in beween so it didn't smother it. There some was fire and it smoked like hell, :bite: So i got my hair dryer out and stuck it in the top chamber and it blew the smoke up the chimney. I think i'll build a platform and use the upper-half portion of the firebox and close/seal off the lower half of the firebox. and somehow seal the doors better. Theres just not enough heat to force itself up into the top section and out of the chimney.

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I received the GKTech solid Subframe risers...
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I heard installation is a little bit easier when you put them in the freezer and shrink them a tiny bit. So i did that and a couple days later when i was ready i pulled them out to install them.
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When i was ready to paint the subframe. I wasnt sure on color. i wanted crazy colors then I wanted simple plain..... I cleaned up the subframe after sandblasting it a while ago.
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https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4605/39987353252_ba9904948b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23VxCZ3)

I had to smooth a couple spots where it was damaged getting the old bushings out. So a file and a dremel did the trick...
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Cleaned up the inside once more with the wire brush on a drill.
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Used the air gun and blew out the rest of the sand and wiped off the surface, used a little acetone so it was semi clean.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4766/26146143168_a912d9acbf_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/FQrPrS)

I've had good results using this stuff from rustolem. I like the texture and it creates a hard shell (not rubbery) that's not too rough and thick towards what its sprayed on. My front wheel tubs were coated in 2014 and are still in great shape.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4710/39987353562_ee4714da48_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23VxD5o)

1st coat.
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Pulled out the big fan, and opend a garage door.
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Sitting in the sun, drying.
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Next day, i decided to put the bushings in. Dropped a piece of cardboard on the floor, and the subframe, the n ran the wire brush through each one to clear out any overspray.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4697/26172222668_6045fddd70_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/FSKtYq)

My great uncle made me use this stuff pretty much on every bolt I ever put back into place after wire brush/wire wheeling it. Only downside is it gets on everything :naughty: (even if your careful! :keke: ) Oh, used as a lubricant too, it was a little tight!! :tardrim:
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Frozen Subframe bushings served up!
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4722/40045712531_f977ed09a4_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/241GKav)

Couple of good whacks with a rubber mallet and the first one is in.
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Fancy close-up!
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2 down! 2 to go!
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The other 2 needed a little more tap from a mini sledge with wood on top to protect the anodizing finish. Otherwise they went in and was a tight fit..
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ALL IN!
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The underside is a little dirty and has surface rust but not as much as i thought would be there. All i'm going to get is some AN fittings and flare the end of the line by the frame make some small lines from there to the tank. replace the other rubber line to the check-valve/ re-route the vent line to the back with a breather filter on it. While everything is out, i'll undercoat the rear of the car.

Here's the rust :ugh:
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I've started by cleaning the posts for the subframe and priming them. ill put some ANTI-Seize on them before the subframe goes in to help with corrosion.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4656/40013328622_2b6eed5f8d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23XQLyf)

I also cleaned up the threads on the subframe posts/nuts with a wire wheel and the a thread chaser kit.
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The arms and diff!!! Got something special for them and the fiance' suggested it in her favorite color!
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Need to clean them up and prep them. Plan on new bolts and nuts for the install.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4704/25174096627_4621d7c711_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/EmxPSK)

The diff will be getting the same treatment as the arms.
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So far i've chased the threads on the rear cover and the nuts too.
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On days when the weather breaks a little and is warmer i'll be in the garage.

[brndck]

THIS THREAD DELIVERS.

I even enjoyed that detour about the chimney pipe.

[Super_OK_S13]

THIS THREAD DELIVERS.

I even enjoyed that detour about the chimney pipe.

Thanks brndck, I got sidetracked when i was waiting for parts. and i wanted to try to heat the shop. :naughty:

The dogs let me out of the house and I made my way to the garage.
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So I started in the trunk to disconnect the fuel pump wires and trunk seal plate.
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I lowered the tank to the floor and labeled one of the lines to the front in a few spots.
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One by one i disconnected the lines, starting with the vent line.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4674/39536654124_35aa2a731b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23eHFQq)

Drained any little bit of fuel into a junk container.
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Moved the tank out of the way.
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Removed the old vent check valve and trimmed the lines back a little bit(mostly just bent them back and forth after crimping them with side cutters, since they were rusted to hell :angel: )
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Took the scrap pieces and cleaned them to good (enough) metal, to test my flaring tool.
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So i used it on both ends
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BUT!!!!!! One is flared where i only had the tube/pipe flush with the top of the tube/pipe holder. And the other is about a 1/16th-3/32nds from flush.
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*The one on the right is the flush one, the left was poking out.

*The left one sits more flush it feels with the flare seat/cut BUT seems slightly thinner/maybe stretched out more?

*The right side seems to have a thicker flare cone but doesnt seat against the flare fitting 100% (maybe 85-90%)

***I guess my question is, will the thicker one crush a tiny bit onto the other fitting i bought and help create the seal, or should i flare them the "better fitting/ slightly thinner one" method?

I cut the tubes to length.
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https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4703/26375584028_80cf704b1c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/GbHLdL)

I put the tube flare nuts on.
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i am waiting on these to arrive to flare and finish the fuel lines.
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and i bought 15FT of 5/16 of the gates barricade mpi fuel injection hose.
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i'll probably get the hose seperator clamps and anchor them along the frame rail/floor/trunk pan.

NEXT is under coating everything back there. then i'll work on the arms/diff before i re-assemble the subframe :) :naughty:

[Super_OK_S13]

Since all the pictures under the car pretty much look the same/similar angle. It doesnt look like much of an update but here goes! :naughty:


Before undercoat.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4750/40352889652_49b851d23f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24tR7dL)

After undercoat.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4662/25525398277_2ca2844e7f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ETAkBK)

Got my fittings, hose, and hose separators.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4702/40352995862_df6e120305_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24tRDMY)

The line separators are 6an size.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4701/40352995192_d9c2590ff6_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24tRDAq)

What the end of the hardline will look like.
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Started by cutting the lines and slipped some fuel hose over for the clamps and the tube nut flares.
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Then the flare clamp.
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Both Flared.
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Nipples :keke:
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Wrenches. (I asked myself why i'm taking a picture of wrenches while laying under a car, out loud, I thought I heard a voice answer....) :ugh:
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Tighten them down.
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Line Separators.
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One line measured to tank, pushed on and clamped.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4704/40352992932_9c5bc0d964_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24tRCVs)

Both lines clamped and clamped to the tank.
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After hooking the tank i put the other line separators on.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4702/40352991902_c2581189a5_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24tRCBG)

I ended up needing to re-flare the connection with a double flare as it leaked from the pressure. So after that was fixed, I fired the car up.

7_IeE3EACxQ

I have started on the subframe again and hope to have it back together soon! With Pictures!

[Super_OK_S13]

I really hope this turns into page 5.... :coolugh:

Kind of a long update! :naughty:

After getting the car running it made me pretty motivated to start on the subframe.

I began taking it apart and doing one side at a time instead of all apart at once. At least for the knuckle and LCA.

i only took pics of one side pretty much, so repeat steps for the other side.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4779/40810493771_a2f53fe4b5_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25bhrYX)

Brake stuff off.
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Next was the axle nut.. The dewalt sadly didn't have the strength, so i used the air gun and it only took a couple "ugga-duggas" if thats the sound correlation.. :)
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Got the 36MM out.
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Clamped it in the vise.
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Loosened up and spun off the rest by hand.
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Since the last time i had the axles out was for the 5-lug swap, i greased up the splines so for any future maintenance was easy and not rusted/corroded like a lot of the 25+ year old cars have become. So i didn't have to use a puller/press this time to get it out.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4777/39915584095_60e8f5d641_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcNvM)

Kunckle/LCA/hub
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4782/40810492351_47ef17cec0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25bhryt)

Brought it back to the work space and started on removing the knuckle.
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Hub first. Take 4 bolts out.
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I'm sure everyone has their way, i left the bolts threaded in a few turns and tapped on them with a hammer till the hub came free from the knuckle.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4771/39915582695_425acc3422_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcN6D)

Next was the Ball joint nut.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4775/39915582155_9dccd4ca58_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcMWk)

I found this fork tool in my hammer drawer and it worked perfect for separating the knuckle from the LCA.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4795/39915581855_a12aaff9e1_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcMRa)

Snap ring.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4779/40810490911_95315b056b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25bhr8D)

For anyone that wants to replace the REAR Lower Control Arm ball joint--- This MOOG ball joint was 12.70$ on Amazon. Part Number is K9633 it has a zerk fitting (grease fitting) for the ball joint.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4777/39915581405_f4003eb9f0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcMHp)

I had to tap the hole for the included "self-tapping" zerk fitting. 1/4"-28 is the size.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4785/39000501840_628dd90116_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22qkLrw)

I had a HELL of a time pressing on the rubber boot also.. :-/
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This worked well on getting the old ball joint out.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4783/40810490681_f627206e64_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25bhr4F)

I added a small piece of 1.5"I.D. exhaust pipe to keep the clamp on the ball joint shaft from slipping off.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4773/39915580785_680643fccf_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcMwH)

Came out pretty easy. i tried the impacts and ended up using a 24" long-1/2" breaker bar.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4775/39915580285_5aa0d33d02_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcMo6)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4776/40810490461_d5be03edf2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25bhqZT)

Next was cleaning the dirt and grease off the arms for paint.
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Let them dry for a little in the sun.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4780/39915579245_34d208100e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcM5a)

cleaned the knuckle with a brush. It was greasy.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4773/40101283944_32cff2076c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/246ByBj)

Decided on black for the lower control arm.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4779/39915578745_872ae6d3a9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcLVx)

And Knuckle. But i sprayed glow in the dark paint over them and the subframe too!! :naughty: :coolugh:
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Pressed the ball joint in, starting with the impact and finished with the breaker bar.
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https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4779/39915577805_e36162e6b7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcLDk)

snap ring and boot.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4771/39915577575_94bf176015_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcLzn)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4774/39915577275_6572a4de4b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcLuc)

With the car tucked away from some over spray, i cleaned up and sprayed the arms with black paint as well.
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I started on the differential by degreasing and using a wire brush. once that was done i left it to dry.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4777/39000513110_cc79f0dbc5_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22qkPMQ)

Put it on some blocks and took the bolts out holding the cover on.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4786/39915576465_587d24b1a8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcLfe)

made sure the fill/drain plugs were loosened.
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https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4773/39915575995_61d45a03ea_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcL78)

Cracked open the cover.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4785/39000495840_e0c36ebdff_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22qkJE5)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4795/39000511950_2d42d9224a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22qkPrQ)

Cover off for cleaning.
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https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4773/39000510730_143587772b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22qkP5N)

Scraping away the old gasket.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4786/39915574895_620171cdf6_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcKMa)

Drained the old fluids.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4778/39915574345_49016052fe_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcKBF)

Gears look good. Didn't find any metal shavings on the drain plug magnet.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4774/39915574105_c81fd59cfd_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcKxx)

I used this to clean out the rest of the old fluid/clean mating surfaces and let dry afterwards.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4776/39915573835_c76c35830a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcKsT)

[Super_OK_S13]

Continued....:)

Scraped the gasket off the cover and cleaned it with parts cleaner.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4778/39915573635_6dda12c907_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcKpr)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4780/39915573415_dddf7885c8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcKkD)

The cover ended up in the sandblaster to get the rest of the gunk off.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4782/39915573235_ce24c3df86_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcKhx)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4795/40101283434_93b29e38f3_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/246Bysw)

Sprayed the Differential.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4774/39915572575_5f7fa1bd41_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcK6a)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4783/39915572225_4b7dc2a395_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcJZ8)

And the cover.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4775/25939166507_5e712b5ccc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Fwa1uK)

It was time for the magic!!! I had my Fiance' help me and she applied the glitter as we went through the magic trick! (much kudos to her!!! :naughty: )
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4786/40810483441_48b696a7ed_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25bhoUR)

Decided the rear cover needed it too!
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4778/40810484751_1830e0df49_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25bhpir)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4772/40810483971_4b9e60ef02_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25bhp4Z)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4788/39915571755_d04bdfd0ea_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcJR2)

Filled the diff up with 1.375 quarts of fluid as per FSM.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4782/39915570695_8b24b642c7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcJwK)

When i bought new bolts for the rear cover, I had to get a couple longer and cut them since they were out of stock of the other size i needed.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4782/39000495390_10d054fba6_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22qkJwj)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4783/39915570295_4830b85b99_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcJpR)

Cleaned up the mating surface with acetone and spread some rtv then the fiber gaskest and another thin layer on the cover.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4786/40810482911_611bf5b790_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25bhoKH)

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New bolts look nice!
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4776/40810481991_a821a46541_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/25bhotR)

Before re-assembly i hit all the bolt heads on the subframe on the wire wheel. So, i started with the knuckle/hub/LCA and bolted it all together to the subframe.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4788/39915572785_2a1f7f390a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23PcK9M)

Nuts/Washers for the diff.
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I had to grind a flat spot on a washer, and use it to make up the space for the cotter pin to match up with the castle nut hole when tightened.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4772/40101287144_516419c24b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/246Bzyu)

Got out the Super UP! :coolugh:
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After putting the rest of the ams on, it was time for the diff and axles.
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Diff going in.
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Axles.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4784/25939160257_6a0bbc353c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Fw9YCZ)

Like i've said before, this shit.... use it. it gets on everything if you touch it..
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Axle bolts.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4779/25939159497_c28a2feded_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Fw9YpT)

Diff nuts.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4783/39000498570_f0fa593f23_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22qkKt9)

All nuts are tight and ready to go.
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https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4777/39000497720_50e25a8726_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22qkKdu)

Putting the Subframe Assembly in.
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https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4772/39000497040_fc0551e823_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22qkK1L)

I ended up greasing the posts a tiny bit.
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https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4782/39000494940_26870e0467_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/22qkJoy)

It took a little bit of hitting with a small sledge hammer while pressure applied to the subframe, it eased its way onto the posts while i tightened the nuts as i went.

I took it around the block in in my town (open header and no hood) and got 2 texts, one from my mom since i went by her house (scaring/startling a kid with a basketball as it popped and backfired going from 1st to 2nd gear :angel: ) and one from my neighbor a couple doors down from my place. Guess the car was pretty loud!

My dog Katsumi however, Not amused by the noise....
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[tuzzio]

goddamnit I fuckin love glitter

[Super_OK_S13]

pretty big update since the car went back together. :naughty:

After getting the car on the road and waking up everyone napping from driving it around open header, pulled it back in the driveway, and into the garage to put the exhaust back on later.
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So, the weather broke in the spring the there was green scenery growing, I took it out with a friend and took some pictures. Since he is the Camera guru and didnt have his stuff with him, he used my Nikon D3300.

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Went to Carlisle Import and Performance this year. took my dad and it was wet friday, by myself and met burnsauto there on saturday, also wet. Sunday was BEAUTIFUL. Not many cars/clubs and it gets less and less each year!! :ugh:

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1923/44269276205_7e63d8df74_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2arVBuR)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1936/45180189081_4c5688c6b7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bQqhag)

I gave the camera to Ericka while i cleaned the car... of course she took pics, of me.... :kiss: :ughd:
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1906/44269271345_ac67cf9035_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2arVA44)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1943/30241578547_22c6ac9124_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/N5kZGF)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1962/43364747460_73d1ceaa38_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/294ZEBE)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1961/43364754590_c9228cf657_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/294ZGJA)

Tables turned, GOTCHA!!! *shutter snap*
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After carlisle performance and import in may, I really planned to take apart the car for one last time and re-do the engine bay/RHD plans/ect/ect... But as i was leaving Carlisle/end of the last day, I got an invite card to the Junkfood meet in Harrisburg on riverfront, and since they are really cool peoples, i couldn't refuse. So i postponed the tear-down, Junkfood is filled with lots of cool cars, and awesome food truck food!!

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https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1901/45178734201_f335927091_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bQhPF8)

I had an opportunity and i took it.... fan girl me kicked in, and photobombed Boostedchick and her friend! SuperOK! *photo cred: Becker-Junkstyles*

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1927/45178734491_6a5a8d4271_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bQhPL8)

Since the car was still on the road, we went to Cars and Coffee: Japanese Theme. This was in Bethlehem PA, an old steel/industrial town.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1928/45129386232_4d7984cc2a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bKVUf5)

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https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1976/43364857440_9c3c1c8347_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2951eiS)

continued into the next post.......

[Super_OK_S13]

So, i was driving my car, and knew there's really no more events that i was looking forward to the rest of the year. So i decided to park the car and start the last tear down.

Got out the Super UP! and some rollers.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1941/44861667481_98bdff5b2e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bmgLMx)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1895/30989545668_7412f65edc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Pdrwgw)

decided to swing the car around.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1968/43951344565_db6f4f9db9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29XQ8uR)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1974/44812022752_e5f466d6fa_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bgTk8W)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1949/43951326715_a988aaf074_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29XQ3c6)

put on jack stands and started by taking wheels off...
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After cars and coffee i was was fixing my moms car and had to go get some parts, going through a small town and i ended up banging my oil pan and subframe/swaybar on a GINORMOUS pot hole. (wasnt paying attention) when i got home i noticed the headlight was kinda droopy. Turns out, the weld broke on the fender where the headlight bolts to it and i decided to zip tie it so i could still use the car a couple more times and run the gas down.

Oil pan/cross member.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1972/44811988322_f4f6129e75_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bgT9Uj)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1873/30989499448_8833965611_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PdrhwC)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1900/43050647020_f6f03914d4_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28AePuQ)

Close up. This was the deciding factor that i wanted to just take the car apart for the last time and fix stuff that bothered me to show it off.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1851/44861625471_a0289330a3_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bmgyie)

like the seam sealer
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1911/30989521398_34354ded96_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Pdrp45)

and the brake booster/master leaking.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1893/29925358367_263f6b1b8e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/MAphsB)

going to be hard to scrape this one off, but i will when i re-spray the engine bay.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1847/30989514768_f2e6d9a16e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Pdrn5L)

Going to scrape the IG handle off. as times change so do I.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1951/30989506818_776936bdc0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PdrjHG)

Started disassembly of the front end/engine bay.
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https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1909/31092213018_1812b28f94_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PnvHGf)

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MEH, point of no return?
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going to re-wire a thermostatic fan controller on so *snip* and rad/fans off.
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Off with the fenders, but first the side-skirts must go.
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on the floor organized.
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time for the suspension to dissappear.
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Almost!!
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1929/30028124777_9aafdf6fcd_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/MKtZkg)

OFF.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1931/44245494564_03a086bd12_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2apPJ3y)

Next was some of the wiring, chassis peeled back
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Brake and clutch master/lines
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1904/44916504852_30e612454c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2br7Q2s)

Heater hoses.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1958/30028095267_3de60082a8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/MKtQyt)

finished stripping the engine of wires. hooking up the engine hoist.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1910/30028089587_bdb8459eab_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/MKtNSx)

Friend Logan, (the one who took the pictures at the dogwood tree and in front of the yellow flowers) came by to help pull the engine/trans.
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Annnndd it's out!!
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NOW WHAT!? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
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Interior is next.....
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Dash out, next is dash bar and more wiring.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1947/44916453712_5b9c5a2eac_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2br7yPJ)

Rats nest.
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its all on the floor to be un-tangled.
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everything is clear.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1915/43152396070_ce9f151edc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/28KeiWN)

That is the (full) chassis and engine harness all in one pile.
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Ended up selling these for cheap
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Hung up the areo/fenders to clear the floor a bit.
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[Super_OK_S13]

Went ahead and started organizing the wiring and cutting stuff out. i am going to be using the USDM wiring/cluster/column as i swap to RHD.
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https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1926/44276040095_c1a763d85e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2aswhaD)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1949/43372944160_9cefa3687f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/295HFd5)

Wiring is the LEAST of my worries and sourcing a firewall is the worst... i can buy a used rack online and have it shipped worst case scenario but the firewall holds all the pieces like the pedals and whatnot, and im not hacking some shit together to make my LHD stuff work that way.. i probably wont use AC/HEAT so theres gonna be some empty space behind the dash, unless i get a FULL FRONT CLIP.

SOOOOO....

I've started looking for RHD parts. Firewall/steering rack are a must RIGHT NOW... The rest ill figure out when i get to that point as far as interior. IF you know someone willing to throw a firewall and steering rack on a pallet and ship via fed ex i can pick it up at a local center.

[DJTTon]

That is some mighty good work. The best part is (and Im jealous) is the massive garage space you got to work with, it is a dream of mine. Why are you going RHD? Wouldnt it be easier just to buy a whole car and swap parts over?

[Dolph_KYAS13]

Always love these updates. Great photos as always.

-Jordie

[Super_OK_S13]

That is some mighty good work. The best part is (and Im jealous) is the massive garage space you got to work with, it is a dream of mine. Why are you going RHD? Wouldnt it be easier just to buy a whole car and swap parts over?

Thanks! After talking to a couple importing shops, its still going to be around the same price to import a shell and swap it over. The shops I talked to, said it would be about 5-10k for a car, shipping, and through the ports. That idea would leave me to sell the car. In today's market to even sell the 240 the way it sits (modified) would be a joke, it'd probably be better to just keep it. Getting the parts (that are left in the states) and doing the work myself will be MUCH cheaper and having the experience/shop to do it helps a little bit.

I wish I used the garage more than I do but I seem to be busy with the house/outside landscape more than ever.

Always love these updates. Great photos as always.

-Jordie

Thanks Jordie! Love seeing your house and car updates as well!

SuperOK! :)


On a good note! I found and will be getting a clip REALLY soon. I'll definitely keep the thread updated!!!

[burnsauto]

man...that's the sexiest yellow fan I've ever seen. psh.

[Super_OK_S13]

Whilst searching online, i only saw like 2 listings for front clips. 1 on a Californina shop site, and one on ebay.. this was the one i pulled the trigger on and bought it!! :naughtyd:

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1935/31438350438_56e72d33e7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PU6LhN)

Also, RHD mirrors will be shipped with it.

The harness is complete, uncut and for power doors, which i will source local and then get door cards separate for RHD. It also has Digital Climate Control, so I will have A/C back in the car eventually.

:naughty:

[koukis13]

Nice build man. Keep em coming!

[Dolph_KYAS13]

Whilst searching online, i only saw like 2 listings for front clips. 1 on a Californina shop site, and one on ebay.. this was the one i pulled the trigger on and bought it!! :naughtyd:

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1935/31438350438_56e72d33e7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/PU6LhN)

Also, RHD mirrors will be shipped with it.

The harness is complete, uncut and for power doors, which i will source local and then get door cards separate for RHD. It also has Digital Climate Control, so I will have A/C back in the car eventually.

:naughty:

Clip as is just the sheetmetal or are you swapping the car too?

I bought a silvia halfcut Back when I did my s13 and ended out scrapping most things that we didnt use in the swap. Kicking myself now but back in 08 no one had any use for it :-/

[Super_OK_S13]

Clip as is just the sheetmetal or are you swapping the car too?

I bought a silvia halfcut Back when I did my s13 and ended out scrapping most things that we didnt use in the swap. Kicking myself now but back in 08 no one had any use for it :-/

I will be taking the firewall out and replacing it with the RHD one. using all the dash/components, steering rack ect ect. This clip doesn't come with any body panels/lights ect ect.... its just for the RHD conversion.

knowing where you're from, those parts were probably more readily available since they were (legal for import) cars back then

[supersayianjim]

how much did you pay?

[Super_OK_S13]

how much did you pay?

About a thousand bucks. It is MUCH cheaper, IF you can find a shop/person that has a half cut for sale in the states. Then just labor unless you have the tools/know-how for the task at hand.

Options on this was, Digital climate control, power window harness, some little pieces (the a-pillar grab handle and fog light button in-tact, power folding mirrors, trunk cable ect ect) basically most of the Hard to find/forgotten stuff that will Nickel and dime me if it didn't come with.

[Super_OK_S13]

Shipment was delivered to my uncles Metal Supply house on 10/24,
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1979/31691352198_697081f267_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/QhssU7)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1968/31691351828_ec291b10de_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/QhssMJ)

My dad and I were supposed to go get it after i got out of work but he decided to get it himself and leave it at my garage door for when i got home. I don't know how he got it off the trailer, and put it there by him self... :tweak: it weighed like 350-400lbs.. I struggled to shift it into the garage my self.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1975/45513407772_3be22fd1c5_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ckS7t7)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1937/45563874441_719cb0c9e0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cqjLs6)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1907/45513403832_09736eacab_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ckS6ib)

Maneuvered it into the garage and started cutting of and tearing off the bubble wrap/shrink wrap carefully.. finally, its time to get started!! :naughty:
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1939/45513403262_b1888c8f92_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ckS68m)

started by pulling off the loose parts and setting them aside. Mirrors, interior trim rack/pinion, ect ect.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1972/45513402522_9d19189eaf_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ckS5UA)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1919/45513401472_9d680655cc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ckS5Au)

the thing i look forward to the most is this, Can't wait to finally have AC in this car....
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1903/45563871211_e644c59664_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cqjKup)



:naughty:

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1955/44838815114_68c3a6f3e2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bjfDzd)

:w00t:

[Super_OK_S13]

After un-packing, it was time to dig in!! :naughty:

Looking up the vin for the clip, I found out i had a Silvia K's Club series 2.5 SR20DET Automatic trans (Digital Full Automatic Airconditioner + Silver Aluminium Wheel + CD Player + Rear Spoiler + Triple Projector Headlamp + Fluorocarbon Resin Coating) Color was KH3 black.


https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4826/44817888715_fd65cbeabf_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bhpoTe)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4815/45696750462_838e049072_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cC4MRY)

Started taking apart the dash components to get to wiring and pedal assemblies, I found this security system spliced in.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4891/30806811487_bde6a55b72_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NWhXLc)

After realizing someone in japan added a pop-up conversion to this silvia clip. i had to un-do this kinda well done add-on....

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4907/43914311670_74099b2a26_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29UyjUE)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4821/43914308900_a7565bc713_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/29Uyj5U)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4896/30791655697_dd915ac5f7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NUXhtt)


While taking the dash/wiring apart i realized i will need an electrical manual if i'm going to re-tuck everything. Asking around and posting WTB ads turned up no luck or help from anyone. So i reached out to a complete stranger I follow on Instagram from japan, and he helped me search on Buyee for a manual.

Found this and it was about 175$ total for a 1991 silvia/sr20de(t) NEW electrical handbook. I WILL be translating this book when i get it so others can look at their silvia wiring in english.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1908/45696774412_321cb72e42_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cC4UYU)

With all of the extra wiring (pop-up section/security device) out of the way i started to dismantle the interior dash components.

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1954/45731561561_3882745579_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cF9cZk)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4850/31860247448_648e6db9e1_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Qxo6zb)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4860/44817606785_5eb552f22a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bhnX5n)

Interior harness Dash --> rear of car.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4867/30791233617_79623f3893_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NUV81e)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4913/45731566421_9920ee1b73_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cF9er8)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1924/45006382724_55e1321b21_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bz4tzW)

Burnsauto thought that the carpet may be a unique shade of grey not offered in the USA market. It looks OEM since it has the factory padding/sound deadening on the back and the door sill clips too..

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1924/45006382724_55e1321b21_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bz4tzW)

i'll post up more probably later tonight when i grab a few more pics from past days progress!! :naughty:

[tuzzio]

Good progress. Hope its done for spring!

Funny thing, I always crack up when people (not you, just in general) say shit like "everybody in japan builds cars better than the US" Its like... no they hack shit up equally bad. Ever see the cars on YAJ? S-chassis scene is a bunch of hacks, world wide.

[Wknd]

Just read through the whole thread and I'm seriously impressed and motivated to start working on my car right now. Good luck with the progress.

[Super_OK_S13]

Good progress. Hope its done for spring!

Funny thing, I always crack up when people (not you, just in general) say shit like "everybody in japan builds cars better than the US" Its like... no they hack shit up equally bad. Ever see the cars on YAJ? S-chassis scene is a bunch of hacks, world wide.

I am hoping it will be done by the end of spring. I'll be respraying the engine bay at least, same color/maybe with a pearl..

I agree, there are many many bad hacks out there for sure!

Just read through the whole thread and I'm seriously impressed and motivated to start working on my car right now. Good luck with the progress.

Thanks! good vibes for your build too!!!!!! :hsdance:



Onto some more progress!

Wiped off some dust and marked spot welds.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4825/45744033962_8015469d2c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cGf8AJ)

drill them out!
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4807/45744036062_fe405d5c51_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cGf9dW)

save that for later!
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4839/45069210894_fd865c1726_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bEBudf)

under the windshield sealant.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4910/45793533071_a4ffcd3607_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cLBPXD)

marked the seam, drilled (made a pilot hole/mark) with a smaller bit first.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4853/45793546011_24a1c069d3_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cLBTNK)

next with the bigger drill bit...
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4835/45793539331_e82e4509aa_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cLBRPz)

finished scraping the glass off under the windshield, and finished seperating the seam with the chisel.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4844/43976780630_9991decbab_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2a15uKG)


Also, flickr is limiting their free accounts starting jan.2019 with having a 1000 photo limit. so i'll have to find another way to share the pictures after I reach my limit..

:naughty:

[tuzzio]

IMGUR....still the way to go!

[CamryOnBronze]

IMGUR....still the way to go!

Does Imgur offer albums for storage or anything along those lines? That's part of what I really like about Flickr. I am going to run into the same issue but will probably pony up for their service since I don't want my entire build thread to die and don't want to spend the time to relink every image, lol.

Great progress as always- excited to see more Jimmy!

[Super_OK_S13]

IMGUR....still the way to go!

I signed up but im not sure what ill use. I'll probably just use flickr untl i run outta room. then decide if i wanna spend the money.... :down:

Does Imgur offer albums for storage or anything along those lines? That's part of what I really like about Flickr. I am going to run into the same issue but will probably pony up for their service since I don't want my entire build thread to die and don't want to spend the time to relink every image, lol.

Great progress as always- excited to see more Jimmy!

Thanks Damon, much inspiration from your build over the years!!




UPDATES!!! :naughty:

Had Burnsauto come over to hang out and helped drill out some more spot welds on the clip.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4911/44945496015_48f34b19bf_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2btFq66)

Had to use my air drill to get these since they were in between the frame rail and seam.
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1963/30919270577_d09cc68803_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/P7ekW2)

bottom and lower cowl out together.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4866/44041734700_59dc097abd_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2a6Ppks)

saved the good frame rail for burns auto and his project.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4853/44041733690_7b82e1b048_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2a6Pp33)

all together.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4809/44041732570_5b905316a9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2a6PoGJ)

NEXT!!!!

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1903/44041731410_b5b0f32110_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2a6PomJ)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4842/45133836074_890c4f9479_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2bLjH2u)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1915/44041726520_98e229db80_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2a6PmUq)

https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1919/44945483015_e1d967e8db_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2btFmdX)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4878/44041718550_7a3a72ccfa_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2a6Pjx1)

[Thursday7]

https://c5.staticflickr.com/6/5546/30739892156_cff22c6077_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/NQnYYC)



Whitehall White Castle represent!

Loved the transformation. Just read this in one sitting

Also, that's my bud's white 200sx in the pic of the 1st gen RX7 at cars and coffee. I'm in the Lehigh Valley but I frequent drift events much more than shows. I remember your car from Carlisle 2017 as well. Good stuff.

[Super_OK_S13]

Whitehall White Castle represent!

Loved the transformation. Just read this in one sitting

Also, that's my bud's white 200sx in the pic of the 1st gen RX7 at cars and coffee. I'm in the Lehigh Valley but I frequent drift events much more than shows. I remember your car from Carlisle 2017 as well. Good stuff.

Yeah!!! now every time we go that way we plan a stop to grab food!!! I did talk to him briefly about that car! Its a European imported car. Pretty sweet looking and in really nice shape to boot!!

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

I've been working on this a couple hours a day on the weekends, cutting the car apart, since the clip is all done.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4819/46327532771_9cb649bb20_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2dzNHt2)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4809/45414968675_146f09b3f7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ccazXi)

After trimming, grinding, flap disc, and cleaning it. I sprayed it with some weld-through primer to aid in prolonging the life of the metal as i re-assemble the new firewall to the car.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4825/45604181264_3e09079f7c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ctTmgj)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4823/45604179584_04224ea486_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ctTkLm)

After that, I had to cut the lower section of the new firewall in half as it wouldn't slip in on the edges under the top frame sections. *i saw this method in another thread and it seemed to work out just fine* i chose this way as i didnt notice any movement in the frame from measuring it before/after. I also flap disc'd the edges for welding.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4832/46327484881_c84f917eed_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2dzNtek)

I was not doing this job with a TIG welder, so I treated myself to an early B-day/Christmas gift...

Eastwood MIG 135

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4864/46327490021_c22c3b7237_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2dzNuKX)

After fitting it in, trimming little by little till it fit, i held it in place with some sheet metal self tappers to hold the metal clamped together. There were sections that didn't clean up too well and it shows in the areas where i spot welded it. Although, having the gas this time around helped ALOT with less spatter and somewhat cleaner welds and whatnot, More so than that Lincoln flux core i used when building my tubs and tube front.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4886/45414925835_d1efbc1100_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ccandF)

next was the lower rain pan/cowl pan. when fitting it so the rest of the car will bolt up, you'll need to install the dash bar to the mount and the side plates.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4852/45414923095_5dae9a9510_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ccampr)

After the lower section is bolted to the dash bar, I put the top cowl piece on, bolting it down where the hood hinges are installed *holes line up* and since I drilled through a couple spots on the seam when it was dissassembled i used a few punches in them and vice grips to clamp it all together at the windshield areas.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4875/44510904380_5cccd4e94a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2aPh28S)

Once its all welded all that was left was the seam in the middle of the firewall.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4823/45414918625_dfb2000632_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ccak5n)

I made a backing plate to reinforce the seam on the sides and welded it in place.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4865/46327493031_c576f23290_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2dzNvDR)

Last thing i did was start grinding all the welds and will be prepping for rust/rot protection. I will be sealing around all the welds, where any pieces meet ect ect. i really wont skimp on that part and want to try and get into the smallest of spaces.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4858/44510901000_6d1b1bf3c8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2aPh18A)

Once it was all together i fitted the heater-core box and it still fit on the mounting brackets despite the small gap after cutting/welding the firewall back together.


-Jimmy

[tuzzio]

Very awesome work. Making it look so easy, and proper.

[CamryOnBronze]

Awesome progress- nice job!

[tricky_ab]

Great work my man! You've made some serious progress on this thing!

[Agamemnon]

I've been following you on GarageJournal.com and I love the work you put in. Can't wait to see this on the road!

[k00laid83]

Man you're doing a great job bro. When I did my RHD conversion years ago there wasn't much info and I just went for it. You'll learn real quick how the usdm and jdm wiring is so similar. I did exactly what you did and I flipped my usdm body harness upside down. Here's a tip...when you're doing the wiring for the turn signals the only thing I did was I matched all the wires to the jdm turn signals steering column controls. The thing is when you wire the turn signals that way color for color your turn signal indicators will contradict eachother lol. If I remember correctly when you turn the turn signal switch to the left your cluster indicator will blink right but the signal lights will blink correctly. Then when you switch to the turn signal to the right it'll make the cluster indicator blink left, but again the signal lights will blink correctly.

Here's the trick! Everyone is going to think you have to extend the turn signal wires from the right side to the left and vice versa. Honestly, that's to much damn work. When I did mine the only thing I did was switch the turn signal wires at the gauge cluster. Sounds way to simple right? Well in all seriousness that's all that needed to be done because everything works from the cluster. If I remember correctly the LH turn signal wire color is Green/black and the RH turn signal wire color is Green/Yellow. What I did was unpin those two wires and then switch them around. So the Green/black goes into the Green/yellow's spot and the Green/yellow goes into the Green/black's spot. You'll find these wires in the Center White plug that goes into the cluster. After I did that everything worked perfectly. You can reference cluster wiring colors with the NX1600 cluster swap wiring diagram. Lots of information there for 240sx cluster wire colors.

This thread brought back a ton of memories! If you have any questions at all let me know bro.

[Stoil]

Were the tubs and front tube originally done with flux core?

[EFITTZY]

Were the tubs and front tube originally done with flux core?



After fitting it in, trimming little by little till it fit, i held it in place with some sheet metal self tappers to hold the metal clamped together. There were sections that didn't clean up too well and it shows in the areas where i spot welded it. Although, having the gas this time around helped ALOT with less spatter and somewhat cleaner welds and whatnot, More so than that Lincoln flux core i used when building my tubs and tube front.

...Or you could have read the last page :down:

[jumpman2334]

looking good! my roommate has a eastwood 250 and its great for what he got it for. we recently braced my IS subframe with it. something about doing stuff like this yourself is so satisfying.

cant wait to see more!

[Super_OK_S13]

Very awesome work. Making it look so easy, and proper.

thanks man!! I think as i get older and gain experience/knowledge, things start to beome easier to accomplish!

Awesome progress- nice job!

Thanks dude! excited to see how your coupe comes together as well!!

Great work my man! You've made some serious progress on this thing!

Thanks man! Given the amount of daylight and nice(r) days on the weekends i've slammed some stuff out.

I've been following you on GarageJournal.com and I love the work you put in. Can't wait to see this on the road!

thank you!! that forum is awesome!! everyone on here, or that has a car and small garage should join. TONS and TONS of info and ideas from others to share!!

Man you're doing a great job bro. When I did my RHD conversion years ago there wasn't much info and I just went for it. You'll learn real quick how the usdm and jdm wiring is so similar. I did exactly what you did and I flipped my usdm body harness upside down. Here's a tip...when you're doing the wiring for the turn signals the only thing I did was I matched all the wires to the jdm turn signals steering column controls. The thing is when you wire the turn signals that way color for color your turn signal indicators will contradict eachother lol. If I remember correctly when you turn the turn signal switch to the left your cluster indicator will blink right but the signal lights will blink correctly. Then when you switch to the turn signal to the right it'll make the cluster indicator blink left, but again the signal lights will blink correctly.

Here's the trick! Everyone is going to think you have to extend the turn signal wires from the right side to the left and vice versa. Honestly, that's to much damn work. When I did mine the only thing I did was switch the turn signal wires at the gauge cluster. Sounds way to simple right? Well in all seriousness that's all that needed to be done because everything works from the cluster. If I remember correctly the LH turn signal wire color is Green/black and the RH turn signal wire color is Green/Yellow. What I did was unpin those two wires and then switch them around. So the Green/black goes into the Green/yellow's spot and the Green/yellow goes into the Green/black's spot. You'll find these wires in the Center White plug that goes into the cluster. After I did that everything worked perfectly. You can reference cluster wiring colors with the NX1600 cluster swap wiring diagram. Lots of information there for 240sx cluster wire colors.

This thread brought back a ton of memories! If you have any questions at all let me know bro.

thank you soooo much for the info!! i think im going to utilize the JDM harness since it has those extra buttons specifically for the silvia's lights/other functions. the silvia wiring book that i bought, does have wire colors in it, and just seeing some for the lights and whatnot, they do match up for the most part.

...Or you could have read the last page :down:

looking good! my roommate has a eastwood 250 and its great for what he got it for. we recently braced my IS subframe with it. something about doing stuff like this yourself is so satisfying.

cant wait to see more!

everyone seems to gripe about if a certain welder isnt one of the big 3 brands. i can say that compared to the Lincoln it does what they are both designed to for, WELDING.. i can see if the larger ones need heavy duty special equipment inside. they are close enough that if i need warranty work, i can throw it in the car and drive it there, instead of shipping it back..


I did stop by a small paint supply shop the other day and pick up some seam sealer/undercoating. i will probably go back and get a tube of 2 part seam sealer as well for where some of the corners meet..

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4805/45656164654_c9d4f6a2e0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cytM7E)

[k00laid83]

thank you soooo much for the info!! i think im going to utilize the JDM harness since it has those extra buttons specifically for the silvia's lights/other functions. the silvia wiring book that i bought, does have wire colors in it, and just seeing some for the lights and whatnot, they do match up for the most part.



everyone seems to gripe about if a certain welder isnt one of the big 3 brands. i can say that compared to the Lincoln it does what they are both designed to for, WELDING.. i can see if the larger ones need heavy duty special equipment inside. they are close enough that if i need warranty work, i can throw it in the car and drive it there, instead of shipping it back..


I did stop by a small paint supply shop the other day and pick up some seam sealer/undercoating. i will probably go back and get a tube of 2 part seam sealer as well for where some of the corners meet..

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4805/45656164654_c9d4f6a2e0_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cytM7E)

Sounds good man. Yea most of the colors match the most part but there are a couple that differ, but it's nothing crazy. Did your clip include the back portion of the body harness or was it cut off? Only reason I ask is that I tried to splice the jdm one to the back portion of my original usdm one and I couldn't get things to work. I ended up getting a new body harness from a pick n pull.

I think the the eastwood welder are great for a hobbyist. I started with an eastwood tig 200 and upgraded to an ahp alphatig 200. I loved both machines.

For the seam sealer I brushed all of mine on when it was my final/top coat. I tried to match how it was done in the factory.

[k00laid83]

Any updates?

[Super_OK_S13]

Sounds good man. Yea most of the colors match the most part but there are a couple that differ, but it's nothing crazy. Did your clip include the back portion of the body harness or was it cut off? Only reason I ask is that I tried to splice the jdm one to the back portion of my original usdm one and I couldn't get things to work. I ended up getting a new body harness from a pick n pull.

I think the the eastwood welder are great for a hobbyist. I started with an eastwood tig 200 and upgraded to an ahp alphatig 200. I loved both machines.

For the seam sealer I brushed all of mine on when it was my final/top coat. I tried to match how it was done in the factory.

If you click a picture to take you to my flickr photostream, i have a picture (dsc_8024) that shows the rear section. UNCUT all plugs are on the harness! I feel lucky to have that, as you said most are cut to the rear.


I did make some more progress, I've just been busy with the house interior remodeling and the holidays, to make a post about it. So, HERE GOES!!!

I had a couple days to lay some of the seam sealer down.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7813/46673653672_9ccb114ba8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2e7oF9L)

First wire brushed and sprayed some sealer/primer over the areas that were bare metal.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7883/46673649602_3612cca144_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2e7oDWA)

since its the wheel well, i just smeared it on all over where the panels were welded and very liberally as to seal it as best i could.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7823/46726409671_c4c751fff8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ec44EX)

Pretty much the last big welding task was to swap the hand-brake bracket to the other side of the trans tunnel.

Started by drilling out the spot welds.
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4837/46726414231_98a619ecfc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2ec462z)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7875/46673658182_440db8b33e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2e7oGuw)

After i trimmed the bracket, I bolted the bracket to the hand-brake, set the center console on the dash/over the hand-brake, and made marks about where the bracket should be tacked.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4829/46016004114_75483baa34_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2d7h3Rh)

I skipped the process during welding/pictures, but after the bracket was positioned and welded, This morning, i wire brushed it and threw some primer on this morning and taking pics.

It snowed a little bit this past weekend. The G35X is stupid in the snow. I hate it (and all the electronic bullshit assists :down::fawk2::down:) and I think i want a Kouki to daily and maybe another D21 pickup to get supplies for the house and what not... :coolugh:

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7837/45825220335_ffb5981379_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cPqetM)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4874/45825214995_f5138d10d9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2cPqcTH)

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4906/46016038364_bc1ec250e1_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2d7he2N)

welds are probably over kill but i know if i add something like a small extender piece on the handle i know it can hold yanking it!! :naughty:

This is how it sits right now.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7827/32865428908_fcf5beb71f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/S5cV11)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7831/39775551343_9a08379ca6_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/23AQ6DZ)

All thats really left is more seam sealer on the interior side, filling in spots on the firewall/cowl seams with the welder, more seam sealer, and wait till the weather breaks to start body work and re-finish the engine bay. :hsdance: :naughty:

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**SUPER**EXTRA**

After reading TSSS22 build. I PM'd about some special parts that were re-designed. hopefully they will hold up (I think they will) since the bearings will take the load instead of the plastic wearing out like from factory.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7901/31801229437_1bd9360b7a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/QsaBzg)

My Uncle that lives in New Hampshire has a 3D Printer and he printed this for me in 2 different fill %. One is 15% which is VERY light and i don't think it'll handle the heat nor have the strength for the loads to stay put and break/wear out. But the other pair is 50% infill and SIGNIFICANTLY stronger/solid.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7877/46742804991_a39baa30d2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2edv6qT)

Ordered the bearings it was designed around and they were a perfect press fit. I was suprised on the hold and shape/tolerances on the PLA.

Rubber sealed ball bearings to keep the water and dust out the best it can.
https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7863/46742803821_e8581c0f8e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2edv65H)

Also picked up some stainless hardware for them. M6-1.0-16mm long seemed to be the best length without cutting to length. I'll probably put some jb weld/epoxy on 2 sides of the bolt heads before i assemble them so they don't rotate/strip the hex out in the mounts.

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4836/31801227297_5f9e11d37f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/QsaAWn)

heres the link for the mount on thinsverse. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2961561

link for the bearings i used. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I0X3U5Q/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

All the credit for design goes to TSSS22.

[CamryOnBronze]

Very cool stuff!

I'm curious, did you happen to notice if the e-brake assemblies are identical between LHD and RHD? Everything I have seen has led me to believe they are, they just changed the mounting position on the chassis itself. I have been studying photos but can't tell for sure. Just wondered if you happened to notice this or not.

[Super_OK_S13]

Very cool stuff!

I'm curious, did you happen to notice if the e-brake assemblies are identical between LHD and RHD? Everything I have seen has led me to believe they are, they just changed the mounting position on the chassis itself. I have been studying photos but can't tell for sure. Just wondered if you happened to notice this or not.

The only thing i noticed is they did stamp different shaped brackets when the chassis were built for whatever market they were meant for. The actual mounting bracket attached to the handle is the same on both and the length of the cable where it then connects under the car is the same. I didnt see anything specific in the body diagram they use to repair vehicles according to the nissan FSM Body Repair Manual.

[CamryOnBronze]

Cool, that's what I thought! They had different part numbers so that made me wonder. Thanks for the info sir- love the progress!

[TSSS22]

Hey, nice work man :naughty:
Thanks for trying my design, when you start using them please share your experience with us, maybe leave a comment on Thingiverse. If you saw my build, you know I can't test it now :)
Anyway the PLA has low heat resistance so if it softens or start deforming, maybe try ABS or NYLON.

[IvoryWhiteS13]

Awesome build man, love the creativity!

[supersayianjim]

effing crazy. so if I used the 3m body panel cement, do I need that seam sealer? like this for example?


https://i.imgur.com/3KnVstXl.jpg


do these spots need that sealer?


https://i.imgur.com/aiZIx9Vl.jpg



https://i.imgur.com/itwiJzpl.jpg



https://i.imgur.com/QiZtmhSl.jpg


I then sprayed primer on it


https://i.imgur.com/uxxtEcCl.jpg

[Super_OK_S13]

Hey, nice work man :naughty:
Thanks for trying my design, when you start using them please share your experience with us, maybe leave a comment on Thingiverse. If you saw my build, you know I can't test it now :)
Anyway the PLA has low heat resistance so if it softens or start deforming, maybe try ABS or NYLON.

Thanks! :bow: I wanted the part made in nylon, since that is what factory looked like. But my uncle's printer is set up for pla right now. I will definetly share when the wipers are functional!!

Awesome build man, love the creativity! thanks! :bow:

effing crazy. so if I used the 3m body panel cement, do I need that seam sealer? like this for example?
do these spots need that sealer?
I then sprayed primer on it


Hope it all worked out for you!!! :naughty:


little update. :hsdance:

It's been pretty cold in PA/north east in late Jan/early Feb. so, I haven't been outside in the garage other than to fire up the snow blower or do a quick small job for on some friends cars.. Found a good deal on an RSX *base model* a friend was selling and since my girl was looking for a new car, we test drove it and pretty much ended up with it ASAP.. It has solid engine mounts :eek:, custom intake, dc sports header, some kind of exhaust,(it's too loud, and that shows my age :facepalm: ) godspeed coilovers, type-s wheels/spoiler, new exedy clutch and new tires.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7908/47128409041_9885d5b410_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2eNzq5z)

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I ended up getting rid of that wood stove, found time and a warm(er) day and piped in that forced hot air furnace that was beside the compressor. I got a couple gallons of diesel and fired it up on a 20* day. Surprisingly enough, it warmed up the garage (25x40x10ft ceiling) with open rafters and WELL vented at the ridge vent/sides to about 45-50* in about an hour of it turning the blower fan on/off, with no thermostat and just blowing out of the top of the furnace/no plenum to direct the air. I'll be getting foam board for a ceiling this week, and build/buy a new plenum to sit on top and direct air to where i need it to blow. Having a ceiling will help heat loss SIGNIFICANTLY, eventually ill add some blow-in insulation on top.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7918/32186761557_722dba9256_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/R3eyQM)

Anyway.... I did some work on the car and it's pretty much onto the next step of re-finishing the bay since the firewall is completely welded in place, and just needs sealed up. sprayed a little primer on to prevent surface rust.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7905/46213965535_c2b1aa216e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2dpLDTe)

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7802/32186009797_4017bd42a7_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/R3aHnp)

I'll be smoothing out the sections of old seam sealer, and making the sections where the fender/tube front bolts to more presentable.

Removing the seam sealer and cleaning up for more welding.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7842/32186011247_fbace08477_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/R3aHNp)

Hopefully another update soon!!

-Jimmy :trogdor:

[dbeiler]

Keep us posted on the printed wiper pivot results. I just don't think the PLA will survive the engine bay heat. PLA has been known to deform if it's used even for something in the interior like a shift knob. ABS is the recommended automotive plastic material.

Congrats on the RSX! The Honda K series engines are incredible. You know Honda is doing something right when a 2liter Honda engine makes as much horsepower naturally aspirated as a 2liter Nissan does with a turbo!

[tuzzio]

I used some seam sealer in my bay, and its almost impossible to make it look "great". Its so fucking spongey and flexible. My tubs in my bay are done with bondo, it takes tons of time, but the smooth finish is worth it. You'll thank me later.

[obscene]

in for ceiling updates! my garage needs the same

[Super_OK_S13]

Keep us posted on the printed wiper pivot results. I just don't think the PLA will survive the engine bay heat. PLA has been known to deform if it's used even for something in the interior like a shift knob. ABS is the recommended automotive plastic material.

Congrats on the RSX! The Honda K series engines are incredible. You know Honda is doing something right when a 2liter Honda engine makes as much horsepower naturally aspirated as a 2liter Nissan does with a turbo!

The RSX has been awesome for her so far, she really loves it. Kind of wants to mod it here and there eventually. but overall even on the coils and solid engine mounts its an amazing daily!!

I used some seam sealer in my bay, and its almost impossible to make it look "great". Its so fucking spongey and flexible. My tubs in my bay are done with bondo, it takes tons of time, but the smooth finish is worth it. You'll thank me later.

i think i'll use seam seaer only in the areas not really visible, but still want that factory look. plus this time around ill have some experience/help from a friend in the industry.

in for ceiling updates! my garage needs the same

I completed the ceiling. i used, 1/2" poly iso foam board. i paid 6.50$ a sheet!!! (vs home depot/lowes- $13.50ish) i got it from a surplus supplier near me.. All thats left is to foil tape the seams. It made the garage feel a little smaller and i now have 2 dark spots around the middle of the back wall which dont show up well in the picture but to the right of the Japanese flag and left of PLANK. i will be getting some 8ft led lights from amazon most likely, to add more light to the garage.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7893/46451912035_fcb24e483b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2dLNc66)IMG_20190312_1920215-panorama (https://flic.kr/p/2dLNc66) by Jimmy Acri II (https://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/), on Flickr

[RedSnow]

Enjoyed reading up on your build. You have a good taste in modifying your 240 which makes this super entertaining to follow!

Keep up the good work. :)

[s13marine]

Hey man awsome watching your build. Makes me wish i documented my build as well as yours so i could post it. Very professional work. I lived in the Delaware county area prior to moving out to California wish i would have seen this back then. I dont know many other s13 guys.

[Super_OK_S13]

Enjoyed reading up on your build. You have a good taste in modifying your 240 which makes this super entertaining to follow!

Keep up the good work. :)

Thanks redsnow! i will always like a clean, simple, street-able car.

Hey man awsome watching your build. Makes me wish i documented my build as well as yours so i could post it. Very professional work. I lived in the Delaware county area prior to moving out to California wish i would have seen this back then. I dont know many other s13 guys.

Thanks s13marine! I ALWAYS get caught up in the work, and forget to take pictures. I can't count how many times i could have picked it up to further document and didnt. but having the pictures i do, is a very nice reminder of what it took me to accomplish my goals!


ONTO my semi-annual update..... :rofl: :hyper:


So, after getting the car to the point of he firewall welded in, i put the car on the back burner for a bit to get some much needed house/yard work done! :eek3d:

I started with a small patio made from old railroad ties and some stone. this area was really bugging me the way it looked before, so i finally did this..

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48406440981_59d491c45b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKvEs2)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48406592132_daa060fa0a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKwro5)

Finished up with some 3/4" pearl pebbles. Put a small table and a bench me and Ericka restored with new planks, stain, and paint.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48406663307_369906e015_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKwNxe)

Next project :boink:

First off, I dont mind my neighbors at all, they can live however they want, but i was really disgusted seeing all the trash, dead leaves/sticks, 2ft tall grass/weeds, disgusting (probably mosquito infested) baby pool in their yard :barf:

So! i decided that it was time to put up a fence. I really like to be the cool car guy neighbor and if ANY of them need help they can come to me and ill help!! But i just wanted a little more privacy and put a 6ft fence up instead of 4ft height,

Stinging it out to make sure its a straight line.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48406735117_f3d682ba72_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKxaTk)

Had a couple people from my job(s) come by to help out! Post holes dug and posts in!
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My dad moving a couple bags with the tractor. :coold:
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Had to let the posts setup over night even though it was "fast-setting" concrete.
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Started about 930-10am, and finished about 430pm putting up the stringers AND the pickets by myself.:dead: :zzz:
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Just sitting there, waiting patiently to go out.... Or for me to work on the damn car...
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Speaking of the car. I started by finishing up welding the rest of the area around the tubs/frame. Adding some pieces so when i re-finish with filler its will be smooth with minimal hard corners/edges/angles. Since i've had a little more time with the welder, (i think) my welds/technique have improved a tiny bit. I still need MUCH more time with it though!!
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https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48406453416_87887e0beb_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKvJ9q)

After those areas were done, i added some more material to the edges.
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https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409997952_1282ccf058_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKPTP7)

Had to make a new bracket for the front of the fender to bolt to, and added some more material to smooth out/straighten/follow the edges under/along the fender.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409992707_86cf976460_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKPSfF)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409847111_16734cae2a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKP7Yp)

Welded in some washers and nuts for the hardware to screw into.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409849111_c9ecce725c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKP8yT)

Core support back on for new headlight brackets!!!!
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https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409993487_b700f15b7f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKPSu8)

CHOP CHOP!!!
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409847951_3ca0f10135_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKP8dT)

GRIND GRIND!!!
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Also made a piece to support the bumper while i re-fit the lights as a semi-guide.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409990772_f12fe637d1_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKPRFj)

Bought some cheap smoked corners off ebay. I'm going to add an amber tint to make them look semi-factory, since i like that look of having the different colors on the car.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409990387_cd16ffc2f5_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKPRyF)

I've definitely missed seeing the front end kind of together.
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Tabs made and held in place.
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after measuring and measuring a bunch of times i tacked, then took off to weld the top sections in place.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409842106_93573e7773_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKP6u7)

To hold the tabs for the outside of the lights, an idea that Auto Collect Storm inspired me to use.

Made some paper templates for each side.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409842391_ff853335ab_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKP6z2)

Traced them to some metal.
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This thing landed on the vise as i was grinding, grabbed the closest thing to smack it with, and hit it!! :smash: Anyone know what it was? Looked like it had a needle between the eyes, and was acting like it was stinging the vise with its butt when it landed...
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Setup and welded the inside.
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Continued in next post

[Super_OK_S13]

ONTO the inside bracket on the right side light.... It had a makeshift piece of metal riveted onto the not-yet-completely-broken plastic and held up good for time it was on there! but i wanted something better and more aesthetic looking and i knew with 3d printing there HAD to be something out there... Low and behold, GARAGE EMPEROR Headlight brackets! You can buy single side or both!!!! It is made of ABS and feels pretty sturdy!
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48410208062_28102855fb_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKQYgG)

i drilled out the old one, sanded both parts with some rough sand paper so the epoxy would stick. mocked everything back up, drilled for the new rivet holes, mixed up some epoxy to put in between the light and new bracket, and put the rivets in!
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409978217_9d026d3f24_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKPMWR)

since there were some gaps, i mixed up some more quick, and let it gravity feed itself into the cracks and spaces for a bit.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409979702_49fa0d1a04_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKPNos)

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https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48409833601_c5433cbfd4_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gKP3Xt)

As of right now, I am letting the epoxy cure for a day or 2 before i put it all back together and then i'll end up tweaking the headlights. Then i'll need to get some metal tubing to make a bash bar to hold up the bumper. it will slip into the front tubes on the frame rails, and bolt in place.

I'll try to make a small parts post that i've gathered on friday!! :rofl:

[CamryOnBronze]

Those headlight brackets seem like a nice and needed product for sure. Nice job as always.

[Super_OK_S13]

Those headlight brackets seem like a nice and needed product for sure. Nice job as always.

I will speak highly of them for sure! they are a custom fit application. So, Measure twice, affix once. :yum:

After the epoxy cured for a couple days, i started to put the front end back together.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48484766952_a1119a4370_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gSr72N)

Started by making the backside of the inner brackets. Some flat stock bent around an old 4 lug rotor did the trick.
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Next up was the bottom tabs.
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Test Fit and adjust the hood and fenders a little bit.
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As you can see, there is a bigger gap under the headlights than on top...
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So, onto a bumper support.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48484540231_9701aa404e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gSpWCP)

ALSO made some pieces for the headlight brackets to keep them stiff. Added a MUCH needed cutout to make them fancy (and dedicate the build to my 3 dogs!).
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48484539931_1800e2754b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gSpWxD)

After cutting the notches and bending it to the shape of the bumper, for the most part anyway. I welded the notched sections to hold its shape.
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Held up in place for the next step, how i'l attaching it to the car.
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Similar to how the factory bumper mounts, i made these (one for each side) since i cut off where the factory support mounted when i re-did the front end the first time.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48484692992_e4486bbf2b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gSqJ3C)

welded on the first plate to the sides of the frame next to the factory locations.
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I had some steel pipe laying around and decided it will do the job of holding up some plastic. using my bender made 2 pieces and welded them to the plates that bolt to the ones welded to the frame.
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All i can say, is my front end looks 10000000000000X better than when i had the other support bar beinnd the bumper.
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I am Extremely happy with how it's coming together!
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Next on the list is, to start grinding down all the welds on the pieces to make them presentable. The welds around the tubs need it too and then the body work can start in the bay!!! :aw:

thanks for looking :hsdance:

-Jimmy

[jumpman2334]

awesome!!!!!!

[Super_OK_S13]

awesome!!!!!!

thanks ! !!!

Update time!!

After Fitting the front end and staring at it for a while, i started looking at other detail things to do before i make a huge mess of body dust/paint in the garage.

I started with new headlight covers that extend a little bit more/up to the fender bolt.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48612604002_55db68c41a_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2h4JiwS)

I made a bracket that attaches to the headlight bracket and supports the backside of the cover. Held on with a plastic removable rivet giving the look of it coming from factory that way.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48612219823_71c089ffa3_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2h4Gkk6)

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I dont think ill make a middle piece since i want the filler piece of the headlight brackets to show.
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after they were done, I started assembling the interior to see how the pedals mounted.

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I noticed there are differences in USDM/JDM for the brake pedal and how it bends around/next to the steering column, not knowing i couldnt use the USDM one. Since my clip was an auto model i had to cut the pedal on it and swapped my pedal cover over afterwards.

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After this, i took it all back out and started working on the engine bay. Adding some corner pieces at the shocktowers.

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While adding them, i decided to go over the couple welds on the plates.
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started grinding, and using flap discs on the grinder to strip the bay to get rid of some old filler, and smooth the welds out to apply filler over them.

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I was sure that i'd be working on it but not for a couple days and wanted to get the epoxy primer on. i sanded most if it smooth with 80/100 grit. mixed up the epoxy primer and started spraying.
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Next on the list after the epoxy cured, was to start the sanding/filler process.

First was Duraglas, Short hair fiberglass in body filler. Mixed and started laying it down. After it sits for a bit, sanding/more filler/sanding. You get the process.... :rolleyes:

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after the duraglass is "regular" filler.

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Then some glaze to fill in some pin hole/low spots...
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after filler and some SEM high build primer, more sanding and filler to find some low/high spots and block them, then some more primer.

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Taped off areas for 3m "controlled flow" seam sealer... all it did was level out and seep into the cracks and run down the section on the firewall/back of the wheel wells, which turned out AWESOME!!!
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Final spray from the paint gun will include. basecoat/mid coat/poly-urethane clear coat. White Nova - 083 is the paint code. 2012-present Lexus color.

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[tuzzio]

Awesome progress and work.

Grind down the welds for the gusset plates and lightly smooth that area over to look flat and shaved. Seems like your attention to detail is similar to mine end result wise, and someday it'll bother you having those be the only visable welds.

[Super_OK_S13]

Awesome progress and work.

Grind down the welds for the gusset plates and lightly smooth that area over to look flat and shaved. Seems like your attention to detail is similar to mine end result wise, and someday it'll bother you having those be the only visable welds.

per our pm, thanks for the CC, wait 'til you see the finished look!!!

[Super_OK_S13]

UPDATE! :wavey:

So, after using the SEM high build primer. I smoothed out the gusset plates and complete the shave bay look like tuzzio mentioned...
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Later, Burnsauto from here on zilvia, came by and did a little more body filler work on the wheel tubs and REALY made them nice and straight. They do look awesome!!!

After that, I wiped down the bay with pre-paint prep, and sprayed the 2k Filler primer. 3 Coats and i let it sit a couple days to cure.
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Also sprayed the core support with 2k filler primer (in the background)
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Loving her car!! she says she wants some mesh wheels for it... maybe some vs-xx or bbs wide(r) meshies?
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Using this stuff helps keep the panels you sand straight!
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Wet sand- 400grit, wet sand- 600grit
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making sure everything is ready to go when i sprayed it the day after.
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Basecoat on the core support and engine bay!!
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I didn't take any photos of the mid-coat And I ALMOST didn't spray it since I liked the look of the basecoat/metallic in it...But i'm glad i did because it adds just the right amount of pearl/flakes on top of the base-coat. I put 2 coats of clear on.
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[tuzzio]

Came out awesome. Pumped to see this thing back together.

[RedSnow]

White bays are so clean but super annoying to clean after every 10 minute cruise haha
As for the RSX, I vote for some clean BBS. Something along the lines of the LM-series I think would look nice.

[ingmar F]

I admire your fabrication skills! keep up the good work

[Super_OK_S13]

Came out awesome. Pumped to see this thing back together.

i cant wait to just drive it!

White bays are so clean but super annoying to clean after every 10 minute cruise haha
As for the RSX, I vote for some clean BBS. Something along the lines of the LM-series I think would look nice.

i've been showing her some different wheels and some BBS LM are what shes been liking the most!! just have to find a set thats half decent and not thrashed, but would still be nice to re-build/paint/powdercoat if need be!

I admire your fabrication skills! keep up the good work

thank you!! im an amature at best. i'm just happy to have gained the knowledge and experiences! :D

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I put the car semi-back-together. Enough to roll around and clean up the garage some in the next few weeks. It does't have brakes yet

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After i let the jack down all the way, it reminded me how low s-chassis can be... Blackberry keyone for reference...

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I bought front and rear z32 calipers a while ago and the conversion fender-well lines, also a front re-build/seal kit. I still need the rear seal kit, and to re-paint them. I will most likely be adding the drum setup for them in favor of a hydro. I dont plan to slide the car and really only need to hold the car in place parked, so the drum setup will suffice!

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[Super_OK_S13]

update time.

Re-built the front and rear brakes, had to get an 8MM slip-on spacer for the fronts to clear the caliper-back of wheel. Rears were fine.

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Decided it was time to see if the engine would start and run after putting in.

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I put the rest of the parts on the engine to start it.
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I'm not sure why it takes full throttle blips to start while cranking, it runs perfect after starting though! I didn't even change any wires on the harness. I have the coolant lines looped and will need custom A/C lines made when the time comes to put that stuff back in.

So, my girl and I both follow some wheel pages on Instagram and have shared mesh styles back and forth for her car... found these Volk Racing wheels for a good price from vrwheels. i had to test fit them on the car (nice change of scenery is good?)

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After i got the car running, i ran wires/relay for the fans (i used the old small headlight retract button from the 180sx as a switch for the fans instead of a thermo controller.--i need a new sticker of fan blades with arrows around it for the switch) and changed the steering rack bushing for a gktech alloy version. I will need to make a line loop for the power steering in/out at the shaft gear box and eventually de-power the rack properly with grease and adjusting the tension/backlash. pulled the car out of the garage (under its own power) for the first time in over a year!

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48997320271_3a9666903d_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2hDJ5gZ)

then got it stuck on the apron (needed more wood down) pulling it back in :facepalm: with no neighbors home or outside to call over, i had to get the jack out and lift the rear of the car and put more wood under the tires. It rolled back out of the garage, put more wood down and floored it, scraping the frame rails getting back in.

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It is REALLY weird driving it on the right side of the car! :faint:

I Put the carpet in and finished up tucking the wiring to its final location and started trimming the glovebox to allow access to the fuses and relays if need be. I'm going to make finish panels for in the glovebox and mount the SAFC and A/F gauge. The water temp and oil pressure will be mounted under the radio or on the dash again, not sure yet.

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Needed a seat bracket for the bride rep i have, (was gonna use it for a simulator but need a seat for the car) so i bought a Garage Star one and i'll probably get an s14 for now for the passenger side.

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Since the engine bay was pretty much all together except cowl trim/wipers (still need the windscreen channel cleaned up before it goes back in), i bolted up the fenders,lights,grille, and new headlight covers i re-made.

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There's a million other little things i want/need to do to the car yet, just wanted to share till they all get done and get around to post them in one shot. Next year i plan to have the body re-done and re-spray the same colors. i would like to drive it before then and break the car back in before the snow gets here in PA...

-Jimmy

[S14rebuild]

Sweet update! Looks amazing!

[Thursday7]

Solid update. PA's getting colder by the day, godspeed! Seems at this point you've created a good workplace to do shit over the winter. I've ran out of time to get a winter beater and may be driving my mint S13 in the salt if I don't figure something out soon.

[da_crew10]

This project give me motivation to work and document my own!

[Krusty_s13]

Look great Jimmy! The attention to detail is best!

[S14rebuild]

That purple....=YES

[Super_OK_S13]

:wiggle: It's been waaaaaay to long for an update! I have posted in a few other threads on here, but i just want to update my build thread!

Sweet update! Looks amazing!
Thanks!!! :coold:

Solid update. PA's getting colder by the day, godspeed! Seems at this point you've created a good workplace to do shit over the winter. I've ran out of time to get a winter beater and may be driving my mint S13 in the salt if I don't figure something out soon.
I've added some stuff and changed a few things in the garage... winter was pretty mild here this past year too so i lucked out with that.

This project give me motivation to work and document my own!
Never Stop Having fun!! :hyper:

Look great Jimmy! The attention to detail is best!
Thanks dude! #itsinthedetails :naughtyd:

That purple....=YES
MORE. TO. COME. :cool:



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Next on the list of putting this puzzle back together was the cluster. Using the JDM silvia book to find what goes where for the chassis, and the S13 KA24DE engine harness diagram, i made my own pigtail with the deutsch connector off the back of the cluster. I bit the bullet and bought the crimp too that goes with the connector set and im glad i did.

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On black friday 2019, Unique Auto Creations (UAC) had a sale that they were going out of business and wanted to get stuff specific to the RHD conversion like the carbon fiber cup holder and wiper motor cover.

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I made a panel where the double din goes temporarily (to hold the water temp/oil pressure gauges) since i sold the radio brackets and decided to not have the radio at the moment. I painted it black and put some carbon fiber vinyl to jazz it up and match the cup holder. The gauges will go back on the dash when i get the radio brackets.

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After just having the radiator sitting in the new bottom mounts, i made some for the top. maybe a revision later on but, it's functional and i polished it a little bit.

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Another project i started but is just sitting is a spare upper intake manifold i shaved all the casting marks and threaded holes i'm not going to use.

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After all the grinding i used my sand blaster and used a really coarse media and it made the finish uniform and back to the rough cast finish but made it kind of shiny (which i will leave that way) and will powder coat it clear when the time comes. Also bought some stainless plugs for the pcv ports.

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Back in like March/April, I Bought a Woodward Fab Manual Tubing bender and a 1-3/4" die set. I mounted it to the floor and it sat there for like 2 months until i got around to using it.
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Something i'm kind of proud of doing myself is bending the front cage bars.
Started making a rough template with some junk metal i had laying around to check angles and whatnot and started bending.
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Had to notch some tubing pieces for the hinges
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You didn't think I'd leave the dogs out of this update would you??? :wiggle:
IZZY had to come out and supervise the manual belts i put in also.
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When the cage was curing, i had the chance to put the rest of the interior in the rear of the car, although i thought the rear panels i made holes into were way worse than they are, they fit nice, but i needed rear seats. so, i picked them up locally along with new door panels with nicer vinyl and grey door inserts.
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I took apart both pairs of door panels and re-sprayed the little pieces/pockets/knobs to re-fresh them to go with the nice(r) door panels.

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After i put the rear pieces in, and the cage was in, i found some purple footwell lighting leds to go with the theme of the car...
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I was collecting parts for the interior re-fresh... restomodninja decal sets for the wiper/turn signal stalks and an overlay for a button i re-purposed for the radiator fans!! I had a friend re-do the wiper stalks since he's done 1:24 models for a long time and was familiar with the water slide decals. (told me the restomodninja ones are really thin, and if you've never done water slide decals before, they can tear really easy) I also have some button decals coming for the others on the cluster surround.

Decal for the radiator fan switch. Goal was to keep the on/off factory looking.
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Since I put the car back together, i've driven it to a couple small events and taken some pictures with my camera (i got a new 35mm 1.8g lens).

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My most recent purchase was this Alvis 365mm Wooden wheel. i re-furbed the spokes and polished them. they were pitted and oxidized but cleaned up with some 1500/2000 grit and some polish compound.
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I have 2 more Lips coming for the rear wheels (eta was like 10-15 weeks from the email threepiece.us sent in the middle of july). They are 1" wider. I will be re-building the wheels, painting/powder coating the faces along with getting some rear overfenders OR having to modify the quarters/front fenders when i re-do the body work on the car.

Next on the to-do list is the rear z32 Ebrake setup, and while i'm in there, new cv axle boots/steering rack boots i'm pretty sure i have all the parts, just have to find some extra time where i can take it all apart. i will have a 1 piece driveshaft made as well since im digging that far into the job, also re-coating the underside of the middle part of the car since it needs it.

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Nice setup you've got here. I appreciate the time taken to make everything look smooth and clean.