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Old Dec 25, 2012 | 02:05 AM
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where did you get the carpet replacement an how much did it run if you? carpet looks great
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Old Dec 25, 2012 | 09:07 PM
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what all did you have to do to do the 5 lug conversion. im just asking cause im in the process of gathering the parts, just havent started the conversion yet
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Old Jan 6, 2013 | 12:49 AM
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where did you get the carpet replacement an how much did it run if you? carpet looks great
I purchased the carpet on ebay for $150 already molded to the body. It's the passenger half only. All you need to do is trim the sides and cut the holes for the shifter, seat, ebrake, seat belts, etc. Might I add I suggest you purchase extra sound deadning material that goes under. It could use more.
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Old Jan 6, 2013 | 12:50 AM
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what all did you have to do to do the 5 lug conversion. im just asking cause im in the process of gathering the parts, just havent started the conversion yet
All you need are the knuckles/hubs. Better off getting them from a GTU or turboII to upgrade the brakes as well. Everything bolts right up.
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Old Jan 6, 2013 | 01:01 AM
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Some more updates:
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Ordered this from Evo-r.net but after some research it looks like I might not get the part for months so i filed a dispute. I might just mock up my own.

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I'm gonna be wrapping my headers and painting them to drop some underhood temps. I do have some ideas for the intake now. Ram air system coming soon!

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Solid motor mounts and transmission mounts!

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I replaced my water pump with a TurboII waterpump and noticed there was no thermostat so I added one.

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Picked these babies for $110. All I need are 2 cemtercaps and the tool.


Polished a small portion of 1 of the wheels lip to see what the outcome will be.
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Old Jan 8, 2013 | 02:23 AM
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My last awaiting package arrived today!
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Now to install all these parts over the next 2 days.
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Old Jan 9, 2013 | 01:33 PM
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Super clean! Can't wait to see more.
Really like your shift **** too
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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 02:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Juan1980
Super clean! Can't wait to see Updatemore.
Really like your shift **** too
Thanks!

Update: Wrapped my headers and coated them today. I discovered an exhaust leak where my headers connect to the exhaust. Car is significantly quieter. Engine bay seems a bit cooler. I didn't run the car much to tell a bigger difference.
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Now what really made a great difference were the solid engine mounts. (I haven't done the transmission mounts yet). Idle is better, start up is better, braking is better, drive is smoother, shifting is even smoother. It even removed a sound the transmission had everytime i released the clutch in idle.

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Old Jan 14, 2013 | 11:58 PM
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More updates!

Ordered an aluminum GTU hood and pineapple racing port sleeves! Awaiting on parts now.
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Old Jan 15, 2013 | 08:37 AM
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Very nice car and I love the attention to detail.

Will be keeping an eye on this
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Old Jan 19, 2013 | 03:48 AM
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Got around to doing 1 wheel:
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And my Port sleeves came in!
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Waiting on some more goodies to come in the mail.
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Old Jan 19, 2013 | 07:56 AM
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I am very impressed. Your doing a great job.

I like white but I would not change the original paint color. Unless you go all out.

Great job on the interior, it looks slick and new.
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Old Jan 19, 2013 | 08:27 AM
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looks good
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Old Feb 8, 2013 | 12:33 AM
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More updates:
Tires are in! Kumho Ecstas 205/50/15
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Got them mounted on...will be polishing the rest of the lips in the later weeks
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Filter for RAM-Air system is in
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Car was lifted for bushing work...
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Got the front arms out

And when I finished
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Installed:
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Aluminum hood:
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And as of today, this is how shes sitting:
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 09:37 AM
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Hey guys...been a while since I've posted...I do have A LOT to post now. Car is currently down for rear subframe work, and electrical work as well.
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 09:56 AM
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Here's the list of upgrades with pictures...

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Autocross event back in February or March:
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Auxiliary port sleeves added to my 5th and 6th ports:Name:  IMAG0106.jpg
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 09:57 AM
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Oil baffle pan ready for install:Name:  FB_IMG_13621840521905399.jpg
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 10:04 AM
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Racing beat toe eliminator bushings:Name:  IMAG0103.jpg
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Harness bar installed:
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 10:08 AM
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Forged racing aluminum radiator:Name:  IMAG0124.jpg
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Sparco Bucket seats with NRG 4 point harnesses and Planted seat brackets:Name:  IMAG0135.jpg
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 10:11 AM
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Arospeed Front Tower Strut bar as well as A/C and P/S delete:
New Radiator installed and radiator hoses:
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 10:15 AM
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Before and After: Sunroof railings rebuilt by myself:

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End links before and after using a wire brush on the end of a drill:Name:  IMAG0357.jpg
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Bushings pressed in:
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 10:41 AM
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Solid progress! I do not suggest driving with that seat,harness and no roll bar. If you roll over you're much more likely to get killed with the combination you have now.
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Old Dec 2, 2013 | 11:08 AM
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Thanks Molotovman! I do only use the car for autocross events that are local and maybe some weekend cruising. I have a daily driver I use everyday.
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Old Dec 3, 2013 | 11:49 AM
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Nice work dude!!!
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Old Dec 3, 2013 | 09:08 PM
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Thanks Landon! Glad you found my thread!
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