Project update - F**k the GS.
08-28-06, 09:57 PM
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Project update - F**k the GS.
Yep, that's right. I'm throwing in the towel on it. Between subwoofer enclosures, children, etc, I just have no time for it. I'm gonna buy a GSL-SE instead, one that is actually driveable, so maybe I can actually enjoy a 7 for a change.
So, I'll probably be parting out a lot of the stuff I bought for it, and might even part out some of the custom stuff, like the door panels my GF made for it. The -SE will have a custom black and tan interior, mahagony steering wheel and accents, that kind of thing, so there you have it. Yeah, and a turbo, and the Dellorto I bought probably, etc. But, we're building a 24 x 36 barn/garage now, so at least I'll have a good place to work.
Ugh. What a waste of a year.
So, I'll probably be parting out a lot of the stuff I bought for it, and might even part out some of the custom stuff, like the door panels my GF made for it. The -SE will have a custom black and tan interior, mahagony steering wheel and accents, that kind of thing, so there you have it. Yeah, and a turbo, and the Dellorto I bought probably, etc. But, we're building a 24 x 36 barn/garage now, so at least I'll have a good place to work.
Ugh. What a waste of a year.
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08-28-06, 10:03 PM
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You know what did it? The goddamn suspension work. The bushings, the pieces that won't come apart, etc... It's just so... Not enjoyable.
The good news is, I've been cleared to add an FD to the stable next summer when the barn is done, and I get to order my LS1/T56 for the FC over the winter.
The good news is, I've been cleared to add an FD to the stable next summer when the barn is done, and I get to order my LS1/T56 for the FC over the winter.
08-28-06, 11:23 PM
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Damn man I'm sorry to hear this. I guess I'll have to pick up the pieces on some of your projects to be(flat taillights versus ribbed, possibly with and without reflector) and flat trim piece to match. I'm going to try and make a nice front spoiler like you were but I want to tie it into fender flares.
08-28-06, 11:27 PM
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Originally Posted by FirebirdSlayer666
Damn man I'm sorry to hear this. I guess I'll have to pick up the pieces on some of your projects to be(flat taillights versus ribbed, possibly with and without reflector) and flat trim piece to match. I'm going to try and make a nice front spoiler like you were but I want to tie it into fender flares.
I'm gonna have an assload of stuff for sale, so keep an eye out guys. GSL rear-end, brand new brake rotors, 15 x 7 110mm wheels with brand new 0 mile tires, etc.
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08-28-06, 11:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Normality_Glitch
Never did I think I would see the day when $100T2 threw in the towel. Just doesn't seem right. But regardless good luck on finding your GSL-SE and the FD.
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08-28-06, 11:37 PM
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Originally Posted by FirebirdSlayer666
I call dibs on the rear-end, as long as the price is what I can afford LOL
08-29-06, 12:12 AM
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Told you to send the control arms and watts links to me and I would clean out the old bushings, powdercoat and install the new bushings.
I know how much of a pita they can be. It was only through stubborness and luck that I figured out how to do them.
Didn't know you had a GTUs, yes, that one needs to be on the street.
I know how much of a pita they can be. It was only through stubborness and luck that I figured out how to do them.
Didn't know you had a GTUs, yes, that one needs to be on the street.
08-29-06, 08:51 AM
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Originally Posted by trochoid
Told you to send the control arms and watts links to me and I would clean out the old bushings, powdercoat and install the new bushings.
I know how much of a pita they can be. It was only through stubborness and luck that I figured out how to do them.
Didn't know you had a GTUs, yes, that one needs to be on the street.
I know how much of a pita they can be. It was only through stubborness and luck that I figured out how to do them.
Didn't know you had a GTUs, yes, that one needs to be on the street.
Originally Posted by Antichrome
I'd like to see a finished pic of your door interior panels...and how much $?
Originally Posted by Pele
Why's the GS shell going to the scrapper?
Originally Posted by John64
Sorry to hear about this. Maybe the boxes can get done now.
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08-29-06, 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by $100T2
Because I doubt anybody would be willing to come over here and pick it up, especially with no suspension on it.
08-29-06, 09:50 AM
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Sorry to hear your giving up, but yes the GTUs is much much rarer and deserves to see the light of day. Assuming the price is right when you go to sell that GSL rear I'll take it off your hands, I think i'm within reasonable driving distance too... If the shell is solid I'd consider that as well (I'm serious, no bullshit from me )
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08-29-06, 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Pele
How much rust is under the storage bins/in wheel wells?
The GSL-SE I'm going to check out is worse.
08-29-06, 10:41 AM
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Originally Posted by 82transam
Sorry to hear your giving up, but yes the GTUs is much much rarer and deserves to see the light of day. Assuming the price is right when you go to sell that GSL rear I'll take it off your hands, I think i'm within reasonable driving distance too... If the shell is solid I'd consider that as well (I'm serious, no bullshit from me )
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That's her.
These are the wheels and tires:
The rear-end:
And here's my GTUs:
08-29-06, 10:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Hades12
I do believe that you are stopping on the wrong project.
08-29-06, 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by $100T2
LOL. Wait until you see what I have in mind for an -SE, and you'll disagree.
I've been pondering selling mine.
08-29-06, 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Alex-7
What do you have in mind for an SE?
I've been pondering selling mine.
I've been pondering selling mine.