gregs RHD S4 Jspec swap/build
04-06-13, 07:17 PM
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Took a Break last weekend because of Easter, but got back on the project today
All Wired up in the engine bay now.
Also installed my exhaust system finally
Ignore the hanging doll, it's from the previous owner
I was not able to figure out where this connector goes, can anyone chime in if you recognize it? It's in the same wire loom as the alternator harness
All Wired up in the engine bay now.
Also installed my exhaust system finally
Ignore the hanging doll, it's from the previous owner
I was not able to figure out where this connector goes, can anyone chime in if you recognize it? It's in the same wire loom as the alternator harness
04-22-13, 04:06 PM
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There are a couple of items that I need to address that didn't work out. The reverse lights stay on at all times (I'm assuming it's something I need to figure out on my body harness wiring. The Jspec OEM downpipe is to long that will not allow me to bolt up my cat and exhaust, a visit to the muffler shop should be able to shorten the downpipe.
07-10-13, 03:08 PM
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I have a question for you, after you finished all the rhd
conversion was there any place you had to take it to for an
inspection? I was told you have to have the chp or some other government
agency check it out so it meets some safety standards or something along
those lines. the person in question was a police officer that used to be a mechanic
he told me they give a sticker of some kind so that every is all good and legal
any help would be greatly appreciated thanks
conversion was there any place you had to take it to for an
inspection? I was told you have to have the chp or some other government
agency check it out so it meets some safety standards or something along
those lines. the person in question was a police officer that used to be a mechanic
he told me they give a sticker of some kind so that every is all good and legal
any help would be greatly appreciated thanks
07-10-13, 04:21 PM
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There are a couple of items that I need to address that didn't work out. The reverse lights stay on at all times (I'm assuming it's something I need to figure out on my body harness wiring. The Jspec OEM downpipe is to long that will not allow me to bolt up my cat and exhaust, a visit to the muffler shop should be able to shorten the downpipe.
btw what size wheels and what size tires are those?
07-11-13, 10:44 AM
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I spoke to my local Chp branch and actually showed them the work performed, no inspection needed as long as no factory safety equipment has been changed or modified.
I have a question for you, after you finished all the rhd
conversion was there any place you had to take it to for an
inspection? I was told you have to have the chp or some other government
agency check it out so it meets some safety standards or something along
those lines. the person in question was a police officer that used to be a mechanic
he told me they give a sticker of some kind so that every is all good and legal
any help would be greatly appreciated thanks
conversion was there any place you had to take it to for an
inspection? I was told you have to have the chp or some other government
agency check it out so it meets some safety standards or something along
those lines. the person in question was a police officer that used to be a mechanic
he told me they give a sticker of some kind so that every is all good and legal
any help would be greatly appreciated thanks
07-11-13, 11:30 AM
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looks amazing dude. i never knew rhd conversions were so easy in fc's! i'm considering it now. lol Motec has an affordable engine management system you should look into. MoTeC > M84 > Overview
07-11-13, 12:03 PM
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thanks for the info its good to know, few questions tho
did you happen to ask at what year they limit/restrict you from legaly
making the conversion. bcus I would like to make an fd rhd drive and
if it can be legally done it might be my next project
did you happen to ask at what year they limit/restrict you from legaly
making the conversion. bcus I would like to make an fd rhd drive and
if it can be legally done it might be my next project
07-12-13, 02:57 PM
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Subscribed! Legit build man. One thing I noticed, on your vert's subframe, there is not additional reinforcement brace going across, right behind the engine. I found that mine has one and though all convertibles had this. I'll post a pic of it if you don't know what I'm talking about.
08-10-13, 11:55 PM
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Thanks Rudy! The front cl didn't come with one but I was able to mount my OEM convertible brace with no issues
Subscribed! Legit build man. One thing I noticed, on your vert's subframe, there is not additional reinforcement brace going across, right behind the engine. I found that mine has one and though all convertibles had this. I'll post a pic of it if you don't know what I'm talking about.
08-11-13, 12:28 AM
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I haven't really been working on the car lately but here's a update with items I still need to address
*reverse light stays on at all times
(I tried disconnecting the reverse switch with no success)
*steering shaft joint makes contact with the hard pipe heater core line
(Going to try and bend the pipe without putting a kink in the pipe)
*power windows not working
(Not sure where to start with this one.)
Brake rotor rust is heavier than expected and will not come off with drive
(Going to get the rotors resurfaced)
The test drive was quite a bit of fun seeing it all come together even though there's still more work to be done.
*reverse light stays on at all times
(I tried disconnecting the reverse switch with no success)
*steering shaft joint makes contact with the hard pipe heater core line
(Going to try and bend the pipe without putting a kink in the pipe)
*power windows not working
(Not sure where to start with this one.)
Brake rotor rust is heavier than expected and will not come off with drive
(Going to get the rotors resurfaced)
The test drive was quite a bit of fun seeing it all come together even though there's still more work to be done.
08-24-13, 11:59 AM
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Greg, looks awesome! The car has come a long ways! Every time I see pics of what you are doing I feel so damn lazy. hahaha
I need to head to garage now to find something to build/mod...
I need to head to garage now to find something to build/mod...
