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Old Nov 22, 2013 | 07:01 PM
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Rack and pinion subframe and Tii brake swap stuff should be top of the list, no other option at the moment. There are already some solid coilover and camber plate options out there.

As I mentioned earlier, a custom Tii trans mount with a proper bushing/isolator would be simple and

And I've found the lights for $650, and still searching.
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Old Nov 23, 2013 | 11:20 PM
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ReSpeed style rack and pinion kit, for sure, TII brake kit.
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Old Nov 24, 2013 | 02:18 AM
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If you could get the connectors, what about center console harnesses? There are so many that have been hacked up for stereo installs and other crazy ****. Might help some of these guys doing restorations

Or shifter surrounds. Every one of them that I have seen merely rest in place because the tabs are broken, and the shift boot pins on the bottom are always broken.
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Old Nov 27, 2013 | 10:20 AM
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How about 2nd gen oil cooler brackets, I made my own, but others might not hav fabricating skills and would need some (with the hardware to install) of course
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Old Nov 28, 2013 | 08:36 AM
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An improved intake manifold for the stock nikki carby
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Old Nov 28, 2013 | 08:43 AM
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How about 2nd gen oil cooler brackets, I made my own, but others might not hav fabricating skills and would need some (with the hardware to install) of course
Great idea. I like the idea of carrying swap brackets and parts for TII and n/a 13b's

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An improved intake manifold for the stock nikki carby
The manifold is a pretty sweet idea. I hated the stock 12a mani. It would be cool to add the option for nitrous wet shot nozzles LOL.
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 01:54 PM
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I think the FB needs more suspension and handling than anything else.

Strut tower bars and frame bracing would be good for the Auto X guys out there.

A bar where seat belt harness can wrap around for ones with bucket seats. Bolt in would be best.

Braided brake line would be nice too!

An affordable rack and pinion would get my money.
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 08:10 PM
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Mounting Brackets for RX8 seats
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Old Dec 3, 2013 | 06:07 PM
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Fender braces like used on miatas to stffen the cowl area and crumple zone.
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Old Dec 3, 2013 | 07:58 PM
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so when are you going to make something?
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Old Dec 3, 2013 | 08:49 PM
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Lol I think he got overloaded with suggestions, error error
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Old Dec 3, 2013 | 09:11 PM
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Lol I think he got overloaded with suggestions, error error
lol all good here, been busy getting the soda blasting, polishing, and powdercoating equipment setup. Powdercoating wont be finished for a little while since my ovens going to be pretty large, but everything else is about squared away.


Eventually, yes suspension parts would be great. Starting out, I will be making smaller items and will be a polishing service. For manifolds, and well pretty much anything else.

Where I am at now is revamping my 2600 sq. ft shop for all the tools and equipment I now have. Including wiring and plumbing in more dust blower piping to my soda blaster cabinet.

In a few weeks I will begin offering metal polishing services. I will also snag up parts from part outs, polish them, rebuild them if needed and resell them. Like carbs, throttle bodies, manifolds, alternators, some brackets etc..

After that I will go to powder coating and then on to creating quality items. I REALLY want the powdercoating up and running beforehand for obvious reasons.

Thank you all for the suggestions and I will do my best to fulfill as many as I can with quality work.


OH, will also try to offer FMIC bolt in kits with minimal modification needed.
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Old Dec 4, 2013 | 03:01 AM
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Haha there is just so much stuff we need :p

I really wish you the best of luck in this adventure I'm looking forward to doing business with you.
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Old Dec 4, 2013 | 05:39 AM
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i'd buy the projectors. and maybe the other 2 if i knew what they were... sorry still learning my 7
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Old Dec 4, 2013 | 06:07 AM
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Originally Posted by rotornoob
Haha there is just so much stuff we need :p

I really wish you the best of luck in this adventure I'm looking forward to doing business with you.
Thanks ! Sounds good to me !
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Old Dec 18, 2013 | 11:04 PM
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I really want a nice shifter boot, tired of stuffing it back under the plastic after driving around town
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Old Dec 19, 2013 | 09:15 AM
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A nice ITB for 12a's would be nice..
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Old Dec 19, 2013 | 07:54 PM
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Forget HID's. High powered Cree LED headlamps are superior, are brighter, run cooler, have less parts, use less voltage, and are "instant on". They are the "near" future
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Old Dec 21, 2013 | 10:36 PM
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Pre-Fabed wiring harnesses for upgrades (which ever are big in the FB world these days)

Im too far out of the game for any other suggestions, but ive seen a lot of 7's and everyone is a wiring hack job nightmare.
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Old Dec 22, 2013 | 01:15 AM
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Pre-Fabed wiring harnesses for upgrades (which ever are big in the FB world these days)

Im too far out of the game for any other suggestions, but ive seen a lot of 7's and everyone is a wiring hack job nightmare.
^ like the power window switch jumper harness (under the drivers seat)...that one took a minute to locate....and engine harnesses for swaps...that way no more repinning...
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Old Dec 22, 2013 | 02:37 AM
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I like the FC ignition coil bracket idea, however as it's a totally custom setup who knows how each persons engine bay is configured!

I'm going for the tucked / OCD clean look, so my mount location may be different than the average install for instance.

Definitely stoked to see what you come up with. If you need any help with a website hit me up.
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Old Dec 24, 2013 | 08:03 PM
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Pretty bracing to stiffen cover the frame rails that everyone crumples when they jack the car up. I seen some nice stuff on a Miata website somewhere.
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Old Dec 25, 2013 | 02:55 PM
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The headlight arm plastic bushings are always busted. Sure, you can get brand new arms, but rarely does someone need the metal, we just need plastic inserts. I've thought it would be great to re-do some of those parts with spherical rod ends too. That's more $$ than the stockers, but sometimes its "show" more than or as much as "go". Possibly the AE86 Coupe headlight motors would also work, but would probably need some type of harness and adapter mounting brackets.

For guys looking for a hood strut, check the pick-n-pull yards for Cressida's. They have an almost perfect fit strut.

For everyone with the shifter boot problem (which is pretty much everyone) I was able to use a 5 minute epoxy to hold my boot in place. It's lasted several years. After it initially sets up, you can also pour a bit into the "holes" in the rubber boot to form a small mushroom head over the boot for extra durability.

That's all for now.
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Old Dec 26, 2013 | 01:11 PM
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I have to agree with many others here and suggest that the rack and pinion upgrade is the most needed item. You would be a hero if you could create a good setup for less than $250 that came with great instructions! Good luck!
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Old Dec 26, 2013 | 04:21 PM
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Originally Posted by ioTus
I like the FC ignition coil bracket idea, however as it's a totally custom setup who knows how each persons engine bay is configured!

I'm going for the tucked / OCD clean look, so my mount location may be different than the average install for instance.

Definitely stoked to see what you come up with. If you need any help with a website hit me up.
There is a very good chance I will need help with a website, Thanks !


And thanks for all the input guys. I'm pretty confident in making some killer items !
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