My Light Beige GSL-SE Restomod Build
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I do have the RB muffler on the car. I have the old style so it has the slanted tips. I do really like the new style tips better but it probably isn't worth the cost just to have the new style tips. I ran the 12A system on my old car before I put the SP motor in the car. I agree it is a great system. The muffler I have on my car is over 15 year old and still running strong. I painted it and cleaned the tips and it looks great.
The main reason for me wanting to go with the bonez exhaust system is the stock look under the hood. I didn't really want the look of a header with every other thing there looking stock and restored. We don't have to worry about emissions here. I figure I should still have the good RB sound since I'm running the RB muffler.
It's a little dirty right now.
The main reason for me wanting to go with the bonez exhaust system is the stock look under the hood. I didn't really want the look of a header with every other thing there looking stock and restored. We don't have to worry about emissions here. I figure I should still have the good RB sound since I'm running the RB muffler.
It's a little dirty right now.
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I picked up the muffler in 2001 (I think) from a guy who bought it new in the mid '90s. This is the second car I've had it on and I traded it than traded it back.
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If I did go with the FC exhaust manifold, I assume I'd have to have a custom pipe made? Is that true?
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My only addition since I last posted is an IMSA/GTU sticker I picked up off ebay.
Also I was digging through some boxes in the garage and found this:
I've had it since it was new in 1989. Micro Machines.
Also I was digging through some boxes in the garage and found this:
I've had it since it was new in 1989. Micro Machines.
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I have a huge list of parts I just ordered. Everything except the pads are from rock auto. I did use a 5% off discount.
Parts ordered:
-Wheel Seal
-front and rear Rotors
-Wheel Bearing Retainers
-Lug Studs
-front and rear Wheel Seals
-front and rear Disc Brake Hardware Kits
-rear Brake Speed Bleeders
-Spindle Nut Retainers
-front inner and outer Wheel Bearings
-rear Wheel Bearings
-Ball Joints
-inner and outer tie rods
-idler arm
-pitman arm
-Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeves
-distributer cap and rotor
-spark plugs
also ordered Hawk HPS pads for the front.
Total cost of about $700.
All the steering parts are Moog.
Parts ordered:
-Wheel Seal
-front and rear Rotors
-Wheel Bearing Retainers
-Lug Studs
-front and rear Wheel Seals
-front and rear Disc Brake Hardware Kits
-rear Brake Speed Bleeders
-Spindle Nut Retainers
-front inner and outer Wheel Bearings
-rear Wheel Bearings
-Ball Joints
-inner and outer tie rods
-idler arm
-pitman arm
-Tie Rod End Adjusting Sleeves
-distributer cap and rotor
-spark plugs
also ordered Hawk HPS pads for the front.
Total cost of about $700.
All the steering parts are Moog.
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My parts started to roll in yesterday and it looks like the last of the parts will be in on the 4th. I have to return the front brake hardware kit because the parts in the box are wrong but I'm going to wait till I get everything else first.
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All my parts are here but the front brake hardware kit and pitman arm which will be here this week. I plan to start on the install this weekend or next.
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brake rotors:
Bearings front and rear:
Release bearing, wheel studs, etc:
Steering parts and ball joints:
Brake pads and hardware:
Cap, rotor, and plugs:
used battery tray (refinished):
Bearings front and rear:
Release bearing, wheel studs, etc:
Steering parts and ball joints:
Brake pads and hardware:
Cap, rotor, and plugs:
used battery tray (refinished):
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I think I'm just going to stick with the factory SE mani, it makes things easier. I don't really have a need for power upgrades on this car.
I picked up a set of period Bosch Touring driving lights with covers. This should be a great addition to the car. They didn't come with any of the wiring so I will have to work that out. I'm trying to find a switch that will fit in the blank plate location next to the power mirror switch. I'd like to find one that appears stock.
I picked up a set of period Bosch Touring driving lights with covers. This should be a great addition to the car. They didn't come with any of the wiring so I will have to work that out. I'm trying to find a switch that will fit in the blank plate location next to the power mirror switch. I'd like to find one that appears stock.
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I think I'm just going to stick with the factory SE mani, it makes things easier. I don't really have a need for power upgrades on this car.
I picked up a set of period Bosch Touring driving lights with covers. This should be a great addition to the car. They didn't come with any of the wiring so I will have to work that out. I'm trying to find a switch that will fit in the blank plate location next to the power mirror switch. I'd like to find one that appears stock.
I picked up a set of period Bosch Touring driving lights with covers. This should be a great addition to the car. They didn't come with any of the wiring so I will have to work that out. I'm trying to find a switch that will fit in the blank plate location next to the power mirror switch. I'd like to find one that appears stock.