My JDM build
10-07-15, 02:06 PM
#26
Word of caution
I went to install my new rear view mirror today and upon adjusting it broke the windshield right beneath the base of the mirror. Pretty choked right now, but got to move forward. Sucks cause its a brand new windshield. The mirror adjustment pivot points were hard to move but didn't realize that i would crack the glass.
10-07-15, 07:50 PM
#29
Since breaking the glass, i need to life my spirits a bit so here is another couple pictures. The headliner restoration went well, my lack of experience resulted in a few creases but overall im happy with how it turned out. The suede i purchased wasn't really expensive but if i had my time back i think i would have purchased something that had a higher density foam backing vs. the open cell stuff that was on it.
01-24-16, 09:53 AM
#30
Well. I just noticed this when I removed the front anti-sway bar mounts. After looking a old post of another person having this issue mine don't appear to be that bad yet. I'm pretty sure this car hasn't been tracked or autocross. What do you guys think. Weld it or put a brace on it and call it a day. The car won't see anything other than street driving for the remainder of it's life.
04-20-16, 12:15 AM
#31
Alot of half finished work
I find this build in the middle of alot of mini projects due to awaiting parts, etc. But it's been awhile since i posted anything so mostly just pictures.
Hope you enjoy. I find as i get more into the build i'm becoming more particular.
I've been putting a lot of work into nickel plating all the OEM hardware which feels better then just sourcing new hardware such as nuts and bolts, brackets, etc.
The seats are OEM but i purchased a set of skins from a forum member and installed them last year.
Hope you enjoy. I find as i get more into the build i'm becoming more particular.
I've been putting a lot of work into nickel plating all the OEM hardware which feels better then just sourcing new hardware such as nuts and bolts, brackets, etc.
The seats are OEM but i purchased a set of skins from a forum member and installed them last year.
07-28-16, 11:56 PM
#37
Still going at it
Started installing the greddy V-mount setup today. Also, purchased some speedhut gauges. Done a mock up of the wheels, front suspension is almost complete, minus the speed sensor and brake line.
Last edited by collectiv; 07-29-16 at 12:00 AM.
07-31-16, 12:21 AM
#42
Yeah I was considering it but I had already purchased the oem cluster so I wanted to put money into other things. I guess now the drawback is having two redundant gauges.. oem boost gauge and water temp. Water temp I don't mind having a redundancy in though.
03-18-17, 05:21 PM
#48
Complete Rear End Removed
Learned how to remove and install rear wheel bearings and press out hubs. Not as bad as i thought it was going to be. Pressed out Diff bushings and pressed in aftermarket ones (street). Painted the Diff and subframe with POR-15. Rear diff, replaced side seals. Noticed one axle was a little harder to get off from the hub and also to put a new hub back on. Maybe the splines are distorted a bit.
