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Hazwan
06-17-2007, 02:33 AM
Finally starts working on my car. There are couple of small rust spots that I need to take care of first. The car has been repainted 2 times before and theres body filler everywhere :mad: Some of them are as thick as 5mm! I'm stripping to bare metal and use the filler only when its needed.
I'm working together with my father. He used to work at body shop back in the 60's, and pretty good with it.

Heres couple of pics:
Rusts at the quarter panel near the rear window. Look at the filler!!!!
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01034.jpg

Realigning the door and fender:
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01037.jpg

Removed the bonnet
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01051.jpg

Clean door hinge lol
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01039.jpg
Moar rusts
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01065.jpg

More filler


Scrapping the paint (before I used my grinder lol)
[IMG]http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01048.jpg

eeek!
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01063.jpg

Hazwan
06-17-2007, 02:34 AM
Much better!
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01068.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01069.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01070.jpg

Heres the fucking filler on the bonnet, look at how thick it is????!!
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01072.jpg

Thats all for today.. My back hurts now
Reinstalled the bumper because I'm going to get the rust welded tomorrow. I don't want any trouble with cops:)
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01077.jpg

A18A
06-17-2007, 03:15 AM
wow from previous pics your car looked so clean lol, but thats still pretty good compared to alot of 3geez on here. that car looks so cool, better than those rx's :D :D

MessyHonda
06-17-2007, 09:10 AM
bondo/filler is the cheapest way out from fixing a dent or ding....the point of it is...pull out the metal as far as possible to original place then use bondo to smooth it out.....and yeah 5mm is alot.

1ajs
06-17-2007, 03:19 PM
Owtch but hey its guna get another nice dose of TLC good luck

Hazwan
06-17-2007, 04:24 PM
The rust is not that bad actually. The paint itself is still in good condition. The filler is ugh.. its so thick that the original lines and curve is almost non existant. I am stripping it as much as I can.

Remember that the car has frame damage and not what I can call straight car anymore. Me and my dad are doing this just for 'fun' and to learn. We are planning to spend less than $200 in paint and materials. Hope everything goes well!

79cord
06-17-2007, 07:01 PM
I know trying to get the bonnet perfect is a real pain with large flat areas & thin sheet metal, mines still got a few dents down the spine & odd subtle depressions -I'm just glad it's a light colour to hide it. & the panel flexs so much, filler is all too likely to crack & fallout or let moisture behind & rust & removing its paint I gave up trying to sand it & went for the paint stripper -too easy to over-heat & warp with electric sander. (My Accords bonnet weighs about half what my Lancia one does!)

I'm now repairing rust holes in my Preludes where filler was used around w/screen pillars & rear panel joints instead of seam-seal like factory. You're unlikely to get a perfect surface with it, but if there's movement involved it will flex more rather than crack & won't let the moisture in.

2ndGenGuy
06-17-2007, 10:22 PM
Yeah man your car has less rust on it than my 2gee does! Though I think my 81 has got yours beat in that department. Your car was beating me in the paint department, since mine is a nice shade of pink. I'm sure your car will look fantastic when you're done though. Getting rid of that bondo should be some nice preventative maintenence. :)

Hazwan
06-18-2007, 02:55 AM
The car has minimal rust as its already been fixed sometimes ago. The original color is beige and repainted silver. Thats what it is when my dad bought it somewhere in 90's from his friend. My dad then repainted the car metallic blue (current color). Imagine at least 6 layers of paint on the body excluding the filler.... In some area theres even 3 layers of fillers in different color!!!:rant:

Todays update..

Heres the left quarter panel. arrrr!!!!!!!
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01080.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01081.jpg

The quarter panel is welded sometimes ago
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01082.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01083.jpg

WTF!!?!??!??111
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01084.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01085.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01086.jpg

Its going to be fun to smooth that metal..
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01087.jpg

Hazwan
06-18-2007, 02:58 AM
Front left fender continued..
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01096.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01097.jpg

Sanded the right doors to make it flush. Not much filler here
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01090.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01091.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01093.jpg

Fender lines sanded. No filler here.. thank god
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01094.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01095.jpg

Hazwan
06-18-2007, 03:01 AM
Antenna hole fiberglassed. My dad changed his mind not to send out the car for welding. We used fiberglass to cover the holes instead. (Saves $$$ lol)
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01088.jpg

2ndGenGuy
06-18-2007, 07:45 AM
I love the current color. Are you going to keep it that way?

Hazwan
06-18-2007, 02:49 PM
Don't know yet. Still can't decide what color to put on.. Any ideas?

2ndGenGuy
06-18-2007, 03:00 PM
Well you can never go wrong with that classic bright red color that the 2g's had. Very sporty. Or black. But I do like the current color. :)

Hazwan
06-19-2007, 01:47 AM
Nothing much today, I stripped the interior.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC11011.jpg

Antenna hole. Almost done, ready for.... filler!
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC11013.jpg

Driver's original side mirror hole ready for fiberglass. It used to be filled by.... filler.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC11010.jpg

More scrapping..
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC11014.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC11015.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC11012.jpg

Hazwan
06-19-2007, 01:49 AM
As for the color, I was thinking of something like this:

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/lg_79honda012.jpg

What do you guys think?

2ndGenGuy
06-19-2007, 07:20 AM
I think we need some photoshop action to know for sure... :D But it's a cool, unique color indeed!

Futu
06-19-2007, 11:35 AM
Hazwan is your car color currently midnight blue?

Hazwan
06-19-2007, 02:55 PM
Yeah its midnight blue.

Heres a chopped image of the color. I don't know if I like the orange+chrome.. but then the color is a bit off due to crappy original image.

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/chopped2.jpg

Hazwan
06-19-2007, 05:46 PM
Cleaned up the tail lights.. Can you see the difference?

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01123.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01127.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01126.jpg

Too bad theres some small cracks on the orange part..

79cord
06-19-2007, 11:19 PM
There were at least 3 Honda metallic gold's '76-82 weren't there if you liked any of them, brassy/bronze though to a soft gold... & some blue's similar to yours (maybe a little less grey?)
But so often people do bad colour matches when retouching metallics....

Nice to see your car's colour change was so thorough, under the interior door trims & all.

It's amazing how much difference all the detailing like inside the light lenses will make to the end result. That looks great.

Hazwan
06-22-2007, 10:00 PM
Did some work today. Removing the weatherstrips and misc parts thats not going to be painted.

My dad priming the bonnet
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01150.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01151.jpg

First layer of filler (Now thats how you use them!)
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01152.jpg

2nd layer, still lots of low spots. The fender has been hit while back, its no longer straight.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01153.jpg


http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01154.jpg

Futu
06-22-2007, 10:49 PM
man just seeing you progress on your car makes me want to work on my car as well. :rockon:

Civic Accord Honda
06-22-2007, 11:02 PM
Very nice

knarg
06-23-2007, 12:38 AM
i can tell this is going to turn out awesome
thumbs up bud

BITESIZE
06-23-2007, 12:40 AM
Yay for bodywork!!

Hazwan
06-23-2007, 01:49 AM
Yay for bodywork!!

Now get your car done :D

Hazwan
06-23-2007, 03:25 AM
More pics:

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01225.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01226.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01227.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01228.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01231.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01232.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01234.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01235.jpg

Hazwan
06-23-2007, 03:30 AM
Test fit of my 'new' tail light
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01239.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01240.jpg

The light sure does look new!

This...
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01233.jpg

Compared to this:
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01068.jpg

MessyHonda
06-23-2007, 08:26 AM
Now get your car done :D
:stick:

forrest89sei
06-23-2007, 12:39 PM
Thats Looking GREAT!

:thumbup:

Civic Accord Honda
06-23-2007, 02:30 PM
very nice
but why is ur bondo yellow? mine is pink werid

MessyHonda
06-23-2007, 03:30 PM
very nice
but why is ur bondo yellow? mine is pink werid



just depends what brand or activator you use.

Hazwan
06-24-2007, 01:17 AM
Sanded the left fender, needs another layer or two of filler.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01275.jpg

Removed all the wiring, I want to rewire/replace any old corroded wires/connectors
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01276.jpg

Removed the dash also.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01277.jpg

Hazwan
06-25-2007, 03:09 AM
I bought few rolls of these:
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01287.jpg

It is used to fix roof leaks and stuffs like that. It is the exact same material (tar) as the sound deadening stuffs. The price? RM16/roll which equals to US$4.44!! The only downside is its small (50mmx10m). But damn, its CHEAP even if you bought 20 rolls - which is probably what I'm going to buy later to cover the entire interior!

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01288.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01289.jpg

Thats all for today, my back hurts again after that lol

And yeah did I mention that stuff is CHEAP!?

A18A
06-25-2007, 03:28 AM
great stuff :thumbup:

2ndGenGuy
06-25-2007, 07:26 AM
Nice work! Since you removed all your wiring, you should just pull the engine and repaint the engine bay and your engine. Make it look all shiny and new again!

Hazwan
06-25-2007, 04:12 PM
Nice work! Since you removed all your wiring, you should just pull the engine and repaint the engine bay and your engine. Make it look all shiny and new again!

I wish I could do that :(

I don't have enough tools to do so.

Hazwan
06-27-2007, 03:12 AM
Washed the engine bay, and ready to tape everything that can't be removed..

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez//DSC01291.jpg

I spent 2 hours+ cleaning it up and then....


http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez//DSC01301.jpg

FUCK! the fucking AC pipe broke!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad: :mad:

Do you know how pissed I am right now?

Now I need to wash my engine bay again and the entire car because the fucking pipe sprayed freon everywhere :mad: and I need to spend more $$$ to get that fucking pipe fixed!

:mad:

2ndGenGuy
06-27-2007, 08:33 AM
Yikes! That could get pretty tricky. I know that coolant lines are sensitive and leak easy due to the high pressure. You might wanna get that looked at by someone who really knows A/C. I would be pretty pissed too, but I would put it off until after the paintwork is done!

Civic Accord Honda
06-27-2007, 09:10 AM
bah who needs A/C i live by death valley and i got no A/C w000t

Hazwan
06-27-2007, 04:06 PM
No way I'm going to live without AC lol. Its really hot here.

Now ugh, the whole left side of the body is oily as fuck and I don't even know when I'm going to clean it off. I took early leave from work yesterday just to work on my car. I thought that we could at least paint the engine bay his weekend.. Now I am going to waste my weekend to clean the mess off. And that same pipe is recently replaced due to leak less than a year ago :(

Looking on the bright side, I might remove the compressor to gain ccess on the right hand side to paint the engine bay :)

Edit: is it okay to leave the AC system empty for few weeks? I plugged the hole already. I'm going to reseal it again so moisture or some shits wont get into it.

russiankid
06-28-2007, 12:24 PM
No way I'm going to live without AC lol. Its really hot here.
Now ugh, the whole left side of the body is oily as fuck and I don't even know when I'm going to clean it off. I took early leave from work yesterday just to work on my car. I thought that we could at least paint the engine bay his weekend.. Now I am going to waste my weekend to clean the mess off. And that same pipe is recently replaced due to leak less than a year ago :(
Looking on the bright side, I might remove the compressor to gain ccess on the right hand side to paint the engine bay :)
Edit: is it okay to leave the AC system empty for few weeks? I plugged the hole already. I'm going to reseal it again so moisture or some shits wont get into it.
I would say just make sure it is sealed so no dirt or moisture can get in there.

79cord
06-28-2007, 02:49 PM
Very annoying.
I'm still surprised your AC compressor is mounted up there. All my Accords & Preludes with AC have their alternator mounted there when fitted with AC, with the heavier compressor mounted down low. Either way I'm glad the Accord has good ventilation so I can do without (my CRX has crap ventilation, more glass & NEEDS its Automatic AC & fan running or window open).

Hazwan
06-28-2007, 04:25 PM
Very annoying.
I'm still surprised your AC compressor is mounted up there. All my Accords & Preludes with AC have their alternator mounted there when fitted with AC, with the heavier compressor mounted down low. Either way I'm glad the Accord has good ventilation so I can do without (my CRX has crap ventilation, more glass & NEEDS its Automatic AC & fan running or window open).

Hey how did you tuck your engine bay wiring? Its clean! Any tips/tricks?

79cord
06-29-2007, 05:45 PM
Hey how did you tuck your engine bay wiring? Its clean! Any tips/tricks?
I wish it was actually clean, I never got around to all the detail painting it needs!
I did go a little silly there & partially unwrap the left hand side wiring harness, running some inside the plenum & pulling the rest back through its hole in the firewall into the interior of the car & drilling a small hole in the firewall through to the inside of the left side frame rail & routed the harness through that with another small hole for the alternator & engine wiring & the rest continuing to the end for the lights, light wiring & connectors outside body behind grille.
I had to remove some connectors while pulling through & refit them afterwards, & bend a small reinforcement inside the rail around the bumper mountings.

Of course the fact this car has no power steering Air-con options helped.

Emissions charcoal canister moved from in front of left wheel-arch to the little crevice behind & its bracket removed.

Battery & washer bottle relocated from the big bracket above the right frame rail (with all its hard to clean & rusty crevices) to sit on simple new bracket on / in front of crossmember and the old bracket removed.
Right side harness just wrapped in the convoluted tube wrapping available & run along top of right frame rail (always meant to make of an alloy cover for this & never did)

Also made up a sheet aluminium panel to smooth & clean up the firewall & hide what wiring remained there.
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/11/web/2051000-2051999/2051977_30_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/11/web/2051000-2051999/2051977_31_full.jpg

Hazwan
06-30-2007, 03:53 AM
w00t! Bought the paint today.

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01307.jpg

I think the color is similar to halxi's civic? BTW the color is a little darker than that. Thanks to my phone for screwing up the color..

Theres a lot more to be done.. can't wait!!!!

A18A
06-30-2007, 04:17 AM
wow cant wait :bow:

Hazwan
06-30-2007, 04:22 AM
Ha I can't wait either lol. But I'm not rushing things. I want it look perfect!

BTW the color is "Honda Smash Orange Pearl"

Detlef
06-30-2007, 08:06 AM
Hi Hazwan
Great job, so far!
The car is nearly totally stripped, why didn't you checked the bended suspension first? Is there no body shop near you, it can not be so expensive, I would do this before painting. I can send scans of the body repair manual, if you like.

The gold paint looks great, but light metalic paints and especially gold are very hard to repair later. I think, I had choosed an original Honda color...
Do you paint the engine bay too?

Good luck, Detlef

Hazwan
06-30-2007, 09:46 PM
The suspension component is fine, its the crossmember mounting point meved couple cms back. So far the car still drives fine, we don't feel like sending the car to fix the suspension. Who knows what else could go wrong when they pull back the chassis..

Anyway, did some work today, yay!

Primed the engine bay
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01327.jpg

w00t!
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01336.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01339.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01343.jpg

Can't wait to see the whole car in this color!!!!!!

A18A
06-30-2007, 10:16 PM
holy shit, must of been a hell of a time masking off the whole engine bay :o nice work

79cord
07-01-2007, 01:29 AM
& obviously even harder to paint it neatly with all the little crevices involved & remaining parts to paint around.
New colour will certainly be wild.

Hazwan
07-01-2007, 03:21 AM
Yeah its such a pain to mask the engine bay lol. Missed couple of spots, mainly on lower firewall and near the brake lines. But not too bad, you won't notice it unless you really find the flaw.

Anyway, the wiring is back on.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01350.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01351.jpg

Tomorrows Monday :( That means no major work can be done until next week. Stupid work :mad: I am really excited to see the whole car in that paint!

epic1400cs
07-01-2007, 04:22 AM
Great job!
I am looking forward to see golden Accord!!

Detlef
07-01-2007, 03:25 PM
Hi Hazwan
Removing the engine is not so much work. Theres no need for special tools, except a lift, of course, but sanding and painting is MUCH easyer then. I'm not sure, if covering each single part is less work. (?) It remembers a little bit at Mr. Bean, anybody knows the episode 'Do it yourself'? He covered every single part in his room before painting with a 'big bang' :D

Never the less, your engine bay looks fine now!

Detlef

Hazwan
07-01-2007, 04:15 PM
lol the lift is what the problem to me, or else we pulled out the engine already :)

79cord
07-01-2007, 04:31 PM
the lift is what the problem to me, or else we pulled out the engine already

That's why I've usually done it the other way -out the bottom, then you only need a trolley (or roller skates) & a jack (or two), undo steering, brakes, shift linkage, drop frt of car in trolley, undo subframe bolts & lift body away.

Catalyst
07-01-2007, 05:05 PM
Wow great work! The car is coming along great! I love that color too.

2ndGenGuy
07-01-2007, 05:33 PM
Man that clean paint in the engine bay looks good! Nice to have a fresh coat in there, hard to get a clean bay with an old car...

Futu
07-01-2007, 07:37 PM
cant wait to see this bad boy done!!

MessyHonda
07-02-2007, 11:36 AM
very nice...now you will only need to swap in a b20.

tomatofiasco
07-03-2007, 09:35 PM
im excited, that engine bay looks awesome and rust-free. gold to go with the brake calipers right?

you even inspired me to take my rear bumper off and attack the rust holes in the rear sill and wheelarch corners. my car also has a slightly [ok very] wonky front-most crossmember. i swapped it for an unmashed one and sort of shimmed it a bit with some metal plate to make it sit flat. i had to modify the hemispherical bushings for those long rods that bolt to the swingarms to bring the whole front wheel forward about 1 cm too, but it runs pretty much straight now, aside from a tiny bit of steering rack play.

its a pain having even slightly damaged components [nothing fits right arrrgh], but like you said the alternatives arent very attractive.

Pico
07-03-2007, 09:38 PM
You're doing some excellent work.:thumbup:

Hazwan
07-05-2007, 03:19 AM
More filling and sanding has been done since last monday. The roof, doors, bonnet, boot and fenders are done. More filling needs to be done on both rear quarterpanels. I CAN'T WAIT!!!!!!!!

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01385.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01386.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01387.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01389.jpg

I miss driving her already :(

A18A
07-05-2007, 04:46 AM
very good work :D how long do ya think till we get to see it golden?

Hazwan
07-05-2007, 04:53 AM
2 weeks perhaps?

Stupid work is what holding me back.

epic1400cs
07-05-2007, 11:20 AM
My friend Saito-san in Japan is sending his best regard and his respect to you.

http://dorakumasami.hp.infoseek.co.jp/Accord/Res/Res_2nd/Ac_060401_03.JPG (http://dorakumasami.hp.infoseek.co.jp/Accord/Res/Res_2nd/Ac_060401_03.JPG)

He is also wondering how the parts supply is (especially wind screen, window rubber seals) in Malaysia.

Hazwan
07-05-2007, 11:01 PM
Thanks. His car is one of my inspiration to work on my car :)

As for the parts, windscreen and the seal are available, as I broke my windshield 2 years ago. Non original though. I have no idea about others (weather strips etc.)

Junkyard cars are plenty, at least here in my area. Last time I went theres at least 4 1geez. Parts are getting harder to find and getting more expensive every year..

Hazwan
07-07-2007, 03:26 AM
w00t primered the whole car today!

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01412.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01414.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01415.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01416.jpg

I'm unhappy with the middle lines on left quarter panel and front right door. Needs some filling/sanding. And ugh, I'm running out of primer, so that explains the lower right door..

So far the 'fixed' part (bonnet, left fender and roof) turns out nice, smooth and sharp lines.

A18A
07-07-2007, 04:12 AM
wow very nice :D sucks about the lack of primer though :( so whats your plans for tomorrow? :D

this is my favourite build thread on here now since its quite often updated :humbup:

Hazwan
07-07-2007, 04:23 AM
Prays that my paint supply store opens tomorrow :D

If it doesn't, I'll finish up the minor imperfections and sanding the whole car and ready for paint...... next week. Stupid work :(

epic1400cs
07-07-2007, 05:53 AM
Even primer finish looks nice and exciting!

forrest89sei
07-07-2007, 12:32 PM
The Car is looking great, Great to see it being done the proper way :D

Civic Accord Honda
07-07-2007, 03:12 PM
Very nice you are making me want to go buy a sander and satrt doing my car right lol but i relly dont want my perents to shoot me :-X lol

you are doind a very good job cant wait to see her done

russiankid
07-07-2007, 07:41 PM
Looks good because everything is nice and smooth. Keep us updated like you already are.

Catalyst
07-07-2007, 11:54 PM
Your project is one of the fastest-moving projects ive seen on this forum! Great work! Keep it up. :D

Detlef
07-08-2007, 04:01 PM
Hi
It looks better every week.
Why didn't you removed the bumper brackets? Only 3 screws...
Good luck with the paint job!
D.

Legend_master
07-08-2007, 04:38 PM
Wow dude that car looks great, I wish I had clicked this thread a week later so I wouldn't have to wait to see what that car looks like in that color.

Hazwan
07-08-2007, 08:38 PM
Called in sick today LOL.

....


http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01475.jpg

The paint didn't turn out that good. Theres some issues that need to be addressed before proceeding...

I can't wait!!!

A18A
07-08-2007, 08:42 PM
Called in sick today LOL.
now thats the 3geez attitude :lol: looks good too

MessyHonda
07-08-2007, 10:59 PM
yup paints need more shine.

Hazwan
07-09-2007, 02:59 AM
Nah thats the first coat. 1 or 2 more layers to go excluding clear. Clear should be another 2 layers or so.

LOL failed attempt on the roof and bonnet. (Don't ask!!)
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01481.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01480.jpg

Don't worry everything should be fine tomorrow (or next week?)

Sanded the whole car and everything is ready to be painted
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01482.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01483.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01484.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01485.jpg

A18A
07-09-2007, 03:56 AM
fast work there :thumbup:

Hazwan
07-09-2007, 07:17 AM
fast work there :thumbup:

Getting slower tomorrow... unless.... :naughty:

Civic Accord Honda
07-09-2007, 07:53 PM
your failed work looks beter then my best work on my paint lol

LX-incredible
07-09-2007, 08:07 PM
Looking good! :thumbup:

AndrewSi
07-09-2007, 08:12 PM
WOW! looks good keep up the good work.

Hazwan
07-09-2007, 09:43 PM
Guess what??







































http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01500.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01501.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01502.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01503.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01504.jpg

Hazwan
07-09-2007, 09:44 PM
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01505.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01506.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01507.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01508.jpg

http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01509.jpg

tomatofiasco
07-09-2007, 09:47 PM
:rockon:

A18A
07-09-2007, 09:57 PM
wow awesome, really good work there :D

Legend_master
07-09-2007, 10:01 PM
At this rate that will be done by the end of the week :thumbup: .

LX-incredible
07-09-2007, 10:08 PM
Looking even better! Now put it back together, yesterday!










jk
This is really one of the most quickly progressing projects on here.

Civic Accord Honda
07-09-2007, 11:38 PM
:O OMG SEX!! that was fast too

A20A1
07-10-2007, 12:13 AM
Awesome, but what about painting the lower half black?


argh I'm a frustrated right now, I just saved your pics to see what it would look like but I didn't install photoshop or any editing program on my new computer yet. :(

2ndGenGuy
07-10-2007, 04:15 AM
Wow! Looking good so far! Keep up the good work! :thumbup:

MessyHonda
07-10-2007, 12:40 PM
man....fastest man on this forum.

Hazwan
07-11-2007, 05:22 PM
No way its going to be done by this week! How many times you want me to skip from work?:p

The clear should be painted this Saturday. I *think* everything should be done in another 2 weeks. Sanding+polishing.. ugh.. I miss driving her with the music thumping.. Damn the system should sound better with all those sound proofing stuffs I installed. must... get... her... done... FAST!

BTW can someone chop the rims to bronze? I wonder how its going to look like with that orange. I'm at work (LOL) and no PS here.

ahmad89
07-11-2007, 05:40 PM
cool you can read the paper while you paint or put the parts together

Legend_master
07-11-2007, 05:49 PM
No way its going to be done by this week! How many times you want me to skip from work?:p
The clear should be painted this Saturday. I *think* everything should be done in another 2 weeks. Sanding+polishing.. ugh.. I miss driving her with the music thumping.. Damn the system should sound better with all those sound proofing stuffs I installed. must... get... her... done... FAST!
BTW can someone chop the rims to bronze? I wonder how its going to look like with that orange. I'm at work (LOL) and no PS here.

Oh please dont put bronze rims with that paint, that will look horrid. Maybe black or gunmetal, but no bronze.

Hazwan
07-11-2007, 05:57 PM
Oh please dont put bronze rims with that paint, that will look horrid. Maybe black or gunmetal, but no bronze.

Thats what I thought. Anyone can chop it for me?

Pico
07-11-2007, 06:01 PM
Beautiful and fast work Hazwan :thumbup:

Hazwan
07-11-2007, 11:11 PM
Not real update.. Just couple of pics of the paint.

Those dots are from my camera, the paint is fine. Sorry for the blurry pics

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01531.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01532.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01533.jpg

lkrfn5283
07-13-2007, 01:11 PM
GJ! Keep up the good work man!

Hazwan
07-13-2007, 04:39 PM
So ugh, its still early in the morning, waiting for the weather to warm up a little before I can proceed with final clear layers... Updates in another 6 hours or so :)

Anyway, I did this last night, what do you think? I don't know if I like the lightings.. I'll try with UV LEDs later on to see if its good. I'll repaint the bezel to black or something. Dark silver + white doesn't go well together IMO. What color should I paint the needles? Blue, red or black?

Sorry for crappy pics.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01567.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01568.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01569.jpg

Can't hurt to have a little rice right? :D

2ndGenGuy
07-13-2007, 05:30 PM
It wouldn't be a Honda without a little rice. :)

I think it looks good, but you won't be able to see those needles at night unless you paint them a different color. Red and orange are practically opposite colors of blue, and they'll disappear. Black might work, but for ultimate bling, paint them UV reactive and use the UV LEDs. Then they'll glow at night! :D

Hazwan
07-13-2007, 08:57 PM
Few hours later....


http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01570.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01571.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01572.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01573.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01574.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01575.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01576.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01577.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01578.jpg

Hazwan
07-13-2007, 08:57 PM
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01579.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01580.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01581.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01582.jpg

Oppsss...
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01583.jpg

LX-incredible
07-13-2007, 09:21 PM
Getting excited? :lol:
Looking good.

A18A
07-14-2007, 01:10 AM
wow, that does look really nice :bow: what happened in the last pic?

2oodoor
07-14-2007, 03:15 AM
Nice
work
Hazwan!

I agree, bronze wheels woulld not look as good as either polished alum or gunmetal (dark). I like the bronze on dark blue, green, black, dark grey cars personally.

Hazwan
07-14-2007, 03:32 AM
More pics:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01587.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01588.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01590.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01591.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01597.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01600.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01605.jpg

A18A
07-14-2007, 03:47 AM
thats just great :jaw:

epic1400cs
07-14-2007, 04:27 AM
:thumbup:

MessyHonda
07-14-2007, 05:06 PM
yum

Hazwan
07-15-2007, 03:34 AM
Assembled the body panels. Now waiting for the paint to fully cure before I can proceed with sand + polish. 2 layers of clear took a long time to cure :D

Anyway, pics!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01609.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01610.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01611.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01612.jpg

The paint is too pretty to be posted in 640x480 :D

A18A
07-15-2007, 03:40 AM
wow :jaw: thats soo nice

MessyHonda
07-15-2007, 06:49 AM
shinny....like a new penny

Legend_master
07-15-2007, 07:35 AM
That looks great, and I am feeling the gunmetal more then the gold wheels.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v667/Legend_Master/Hosting%20pictures/6b622f85.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v667/Legend_Master/Hosting%20pictures/e2f7b694.jpg

epic1400cs
07-15-2007, 10:07 AM
Gorgeous!! :rockon:

For the wheel color, I personally think silver gives good contrast to the whole car.
If not, color cordinated gold would be my choice.

offthahook
07-15-2007, 11:51 AM
Man, that looks tight! Where did you actually spray the car? In a garage or outdoors?

Hazwan
07-15-2007, 04:44 PM
Thanks. I think I'll go with gunmetal, gold and maybe bronze looks.. meh

The car is painted outdoors, I have no garage. There are some dusts on the paint, but I hope sanding will fix that. I'm not looking for 100% flawless paintjob. I am really happy on how the paint turns out. It's a lot better than expected! I must say the paint looks a lot better than what an average body shop work. So far the the costs for the materials+paint is hair over $200, which is still within my budget :)

Hazwan
07-15-2007, 04:50 PM
double post

Civic Accord Honda
07-15-2007, 08:41 PM
SEXY and bronz well be sex on the rims

Futu
07-17-2007, 10:41 AM
once this car is done with everything....i believe it should be nominated car of the month <3

A18A
07-17-2007, 10:42 AM
^thats what i was gonna do :)

MessyHonda
07-17-2007, 11:37 AM
once this car is done with everything....i believe it should be nominated car of the month <3



its an honor just to be in the list. my car still needs lots of work.

forrest89sei
07-17-2007, 12:02 PM
Looks GREAT! :thumbup:

epic1400cs
07-17-2007, 12:38 PM
It might be off topic but is your spring original?
I read your cardomain site and says you drop 1" and 2".
My 1st gen friend in Japan is very interested in your project and want to know about it.
His car is here. (http://www.geocities.jp/first_generation_accord/Menber/Atom.htm)

Hazwan
07-17-2007, 04:10 PM
Thanks :D

Give me another week or so to finish up the car!

As for the spring, actually I am not sure. I got them off the junkyard few years back for free and it seems lower than stock. Roughly 2" front and 1" rear lower.

It *might* be chopped original springs, but I dunno, it handles a little better than stock and doesn't ride any worse than stock springs.

BTW I wish I shaved the side mouldings.. The more I look at it now, the more I like it. They look clean as hell without them :(

edit: that hatch is sweeeeeet! Whats that button near the bonnet release? Mad tyte JDM hazard button?

Legend_master
07-17-2007, 04:14 PM
Thanks :D
Give me another week or so to finish up the car!
As for the spring, actually I am not sure. I got them off the junkyard few years back for free and it seems lower than stock. Roughly 2" front and 1" rear lower.
It *might* be chopped original springs, but I dunno, it handles a little better than stock and doesn't ride any worse than stock springs.
BTW I wish I shaved the side mouldings.. The more I look at it now, the more I like it. They look clean as hell without them :(
edit: that hatch is sweeeeeet! Whats that button near the bonnet release? Mad tyte JDM hazard button?


No, man that car is going to look good with all the factory trim and that paint job. I wouldn't shave a gem like that, all stock body with some crazy paint = perfect on that car.

Civic Accord Honda
07-17-2007, 05:35 PM
now hurry your ass up and put the trim back on :thumbup: lol

Hazwan
07-17-2007, 11:56 PM
now hurry your ass up and put the trim back on :thumbup: lol

I need to work :slap:

Anyway, is it okay to use low speed drill with buffer attachment to buff out the paint? My dad said I can't because the speed is too fast (did I mention I'm using low speed drill??????)

I don't have a buffer and don't feel like buying one :D Kinda tight in budget now.

Hazwan
07-18-2007, 03:26 AM
Sanded the bonnet starting with 1000, 1200, 1500 and finally 2000 grit
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01639.jpg

All smooth
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01643.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01645.jpg

Rubbing compund
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01644.jpg

Almost there..
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01647.jpg

And finally polished!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01652.jpg

All done manually with my hand, and yes, my hands hurt like hell now :( Took me 1 and half hour to do half bonnet. Great!

Somebody donate me a buffer LOL

A18A
07-18-2007, 04:07 AM
very nice, whats 2000grit like? news paper or something? lol

Civic Accord Honda
07-18-2007, 04:14 AM
very nice, whats 2000grit like? news paper or something? lol
u cant even fell the grit i have some :)

epic1400cs
07-18-2007, 09:54 AM
I need to work :slap:

Anyway, is it okay to use low speed drill with buffer attachment to buff out the paint? My dad said I can't because the speed is too fast (did I mention I'm using low speed drill??????)

I don't have a buffer and don't feel like buying one :D Kinda tight in budget now.

Looking great!
My drill has two speed, High is 3300 rpm and Low is 1000rpm.
If I remember right, I used 1000rpm when I use rubbing compound with sponge pad (like 5cm thick sponge 15cm dia).
I tried 3300rpm but it is too fast and the coumpound went everywhere.
But when I press the drill+sponge on the body surface, the speed drops depending on the torque of the drill.

After removing all the compound I used 3300rpm polish with fur bonnet thing.

Compare to my hand, drill was X10 faster and especially final polishing, machine polishing makes shine much stronger.

Good luck!

Legend_master
07-18-2007, 10:55 AM
Sanded the bonnet starting with 1000, 1200, 1500 and finally 2000 grit
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01639.jpg
All smooth
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01643.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01645.jpg
Rubbing compund
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01644.jpg
Almost there..
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01647.jpg
And finally polished!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01652.jpg
All done manually with my hand, and yes, my hands hurt like hell now :( Took me 1 and half hour to do half bonnet. Great!
Somebody donate me a buffer LOL

You want to come paint my car for me :lol: ?

A20A1
07-18-2007, 11:30 AM
Your hands, I'm surprised you're not complaining about your shoulder, especially after the rubbing compound.

MessyHonda
07-18-2007, 12:58 PM
looks darker in the last pics

knarg
07-18-2007, 02:12 PM
wow the paint is looking great!

Hazwan
07-18-2007, 04:07 PM
The camera went crazy with white balance and focus with that shine, thats why the paint looks dark/blueish. If you're wondering, the whole project pics are taken with my phone :)

I'm pretty sure my drill low speed settings is somewhere around 1000rpm, going to try that when I get back. If it all goes well, then it should be done in this week :D

Hazwan
07-18-2007, 07:13 PM
Decided to test out the drill..

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01661.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01662.jpg

The drill is 1970's Black and Decker. Its old but gets the work done. It has 2 speed settings, low and high. I used slow for this work.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01659.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01660.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01664.jpg

I did 2 upper doors in less than 30 mins :D

2ndGenGuy
07-18-2007, 08:58 PM
Looking spanktacular! :)

Legend_master
07-18-2007, 09:00 PM
Looking spanktacular! :)


agreed :thumbup: , the anticipation is killling me :eek5: .

offthahook
07-18-2007, 09:24 PM
Awesome work, especially the budget you're on. Impressive.

A18A
07-18-2007, 09:43 PM
wow and i didnt think it could look any better :O good stuff!!

tomatofiasco
07-19-2007, 12:08 AM
going advanced to say

DHASHDASDKJLASKLSAJHFHGLDHSALFNASFALKSFLHGJHJLFLKK LHLDSAHDFLASHFJJHKASFJH!!!

:gun:

Civic Accord Honda
07-19-2007, 01:32 AM
Sex

Cheeseburger
07-19-2007, 01:37 AM
dam! mad props for the killer work!

Ichiban
07-19-2007, 11:00 PM
I'm starting to like the colour. I can't believe how FLAT you got the panels, something the bodyshops around here have yet to grasp. I'm still fighting with the lines on my car. Hope to paint it this week.

Hazwan
07-19-2007, 11:12 PM
I'm starting to like the colour. I can't believe how FLAT you got the panels, something the bodyshops around here have yet to grasp. I'm still fighting with the lines on my car. Hope to paint it this week.

Nah its not 100% perfect. Its kinda wavy, but not too bad. Its noticeable especially on the left fender and quarterpanel. My dad said unless you are really really good with the filler/sanding, you will never get 100% straight flat panels.

I don't really care, its better than most 'professional' shop would do. But again, I'm really happy on how the paint turns out :)

tomatofiasco
07-19-2007, 11:49 PM
as long as the chrome bits shine it cant look bad.

thats what i tell myself anyway.

79cord
07-20-2007, 07:56 AM
I remember the upper-mid creases as being particularly difficult to get right & consistent, being quite subtle in places. Likewise getting the fender gaps really good.

At least the gold shouldn't betray imperfections as much as your old Navy Blue would have. & there are always going to be faults that only seem to show up once you're nearly done.

It's coming togeather brilliantly & you're helping to make us all enthusiastic about our own projects now.

79cord
07-20-2007, 07:57 AM
I remember the upper-mid creases as being particularly to get right & consistent, being quite subtle in places. Likewise getting the fender gaps really good.

At least the gold shouldn't betray imperfections as much as your old Navy Blue would have. & there are always going to be faults that only seem to show up once you're nearly done.

It's coming togeather brilliantly & you're helping to make us all enthusiastic about our own projects now.

Ichiban
07-20-2007, 12:14 PM
It's coming togeather brilliantly & you're helping to make us all enthusiastic about our own projects now.

Yes!
I've been cranking on my car all week, trying to get it together for a job next month in Alberta. Inspiration!

Hazwan
07-20-2007, 02:45 PM
Yes!
I've been cranking on my car all week, trying to get it together for a job next month in Alberta. Inspiration!

Glad to hear that! :)

Hazwan
07-21-2007, 09:04 PM
Finally finished the polishing work! Assembled most parts this morning.

Look at that pretty tail lights:)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01683.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01686.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01687.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01684.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01685.jpg

offthahook
07-21-2007, 09:22 PM
How did the reassemly of the trims go as far as broken mounting tabs and such? That thing is hawt...

A18A
07-21-2007, 09:26 PM
omg omg again wow :bow:

Pico
07-21-2007, 09:29 PM
omg omg again wow :bow:
X2 I AGREE

forrest89sei
07-21-2007, 10:34 PM
Finally finished the polishing work! Assembled most parts this morning.
Look at that pretty tail lights:)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01683.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01686.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01687.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01684.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01685.jpg


Looks GREAT!!!! :Thumbup: :thumbup: :D :wave:

Legend_master
07-21-2007, 10:41 PM
That looks absolutly beautifull, but what happend on the rear drivers side bumper? Again great job, and it looks like it should have come from factory that way.

Hazwan
07-22-2007, 01:25 AM
That looks absolutly beautifull, but what happend on the rear drivers side bumper? Again great job, and it looks like it should have come from factory that way.

Passengers side you mean :lol: ? Hehe its not installed yet. More pics coming after this.

offthahook: None of my clips are broken, they all in perfect shape.

Legend_master
07-22-2007, 07:34 AM
Passengers side you mean :lol: ? Hehe its not installed yet. More pics coming after this.
offthahook: None of my clips are broken, they all in perfect shape.


:Owned: , yeah forgot about that whole being on the other side fo the world thing. :lol:

2ndGenGuy
07-22-2007, 11:46 AM
Man I know why offthahook is askin you about those clips. They are a pain in the butt to get out sometimes. And usually on a car of that age they crack and break. Good job taking it all apart the right way and taking your time. You did the job quick and did it right, which says a lot! Nice job! Your car really took a transformation!

epic1400cs
07-22-2007, 12:07 PM
Looking lively and fantastic!

Civic Accord Honda
07-22-2007, 12:12 PM
Omg Sex!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

LX-incredible
07-22-2007, 01:07 PM
Wow, looks great! Mad props on the fast work!!!

Hazwan
07-22-2007, 04:40 PM
Man I know why offthahook is askin you about those clips. They are a pain in the butt to get out sometimes. And usually on a car of that age they crack and break. Good job taking it all apart the right way and taking your time. You did the job quick and did it right, which says a lot! Nice job! Your car really took a transformation!

I have no problems taking them out. The only clips that are broken are the one for the weatherstrip near the cowl thinggy and the bumper clips. I replaced the bumper clips with screws instead. The side mouldings are in perfect condition.

I've installed most of the interior parts, outside trims, painting the wheel wells black and reinstalled my system. No pics, it rained yesterday. I must say its near 95% completion and yes, photoshoot coming!

BTW should I leave the bumper overriders or should I take them off? They look clean without them but looks a bit bland, especially the front. Rear is alright without them. It goes well with shaved badges. Check my car domain page for pics of the bumpers with the overriders.

A18A
07-22-2007, 04:48 PM
i like them, but it also looks pretty clean without them, so i'll say without :)

2ndGenGuy
07-22-2007, 08:26 PM
I like them! They look very old-school! Look cool on your car!

Hazwan
07-23-2007, 03:04 AM
Pics!
I still need to polish the roof and boot lid again, I missed some spot. Moral of the story, polish in well lit area LOL.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01702.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01704.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01705.jpg

What do you think of the Honda badge?
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01706.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01707.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01708.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01711.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01715.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01716.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01703.jpg

2ndGenGuy
07-23-2007, 07:58 AM
I like the badge! As always, good work on your car!

knarg
07-23-2007, 08:43 AM
ooooooo, looks awesome, i like the badge too

Hazwan
07-24-2007, 03:04 AM
Almost complete. Some interior bits left, its driveable now:)

Went for photoshoot just now. I need to find some interesting places later..

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01717.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01718.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01719.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01720.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01721.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01722.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01723.jpg

A18A
07-24-2007, 03:18 AM
awesome, that last pic makes the paint look sooo nice :) whats your next plans for it?

Hazwan
07-24-2007, 03:23 AM
Paint the rims, go junkyard hunting for some stuffs I broke during the project and some LEDs :D

BTW I fixed the A/C today. Thank God they fixed the broken pipe instead of replacing it. Recharged the freon and all good :)

2ndGenGuy
07-24-2007, 08:00 AM
Sweet! What color are you going to paint the rims?

Civic Accord Honda
07-24-2007, 01:26 PM
Sex

Hazwan
07-24-2007, 04:20 PM
Sweet! What color are you going to paint the rims?

Gunmetal I think.

Catalyst
07-24-2007, 08:13 PM
Looks great! Your work is an inspiration to us all!

LX-incredible
07-24-2007, 08:16 PM
Awesome. :thumbup:

tomatofiasco
07-24-2007, 09:42 PM
i agree, this is totally awesome and an inspiration. i'd buy the poster :gun:

how do we make this accord of the month?

Legend_master
07-24-2007, 10:09 PM
i agree, this is totally awesome and an inspiration. i'd buy the poster :gun:
how do we make this accord of the month?



You nominate him next month :thumbup: .

Hazwan
07-25-2007, 06:31 PM
I played around mixing the leftover paints and this is what I got:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01756.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01757.jpg

Just perfect for my rims :D

The cost? nothing!

A18A
07-25-2007, 07:04 PM
wow cool, i want my whole car that color, care to share? :D =P

Hazwan
07-25-2007, 10:31 PM
Sure. $100+shipping and its yours :D

Heres the progress:

Sanded
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01758.jpg

Taped (this is how you do it, CAH)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01759.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01760.jpg

Cleared
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01762.jpg

Installed
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01763.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01764.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01765.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01766.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01767.jpg

What do you think?

A18A
07-25-2007, 11:02 PM
i lopve that color :bow:

Hazwan
07-25-2007, 11:09 PM
It even has pearl effect :p

A18A
07-25-2007, 11:12 PM
i wish i could drop my car off at your place for a couple weeks and it would be all nice & painted =)

2ndGenGuy
07-26-2007, 07:38 AM
Looks good. Even your painted calipers look good. Must have been thinking into the future on that. :)

Cheeseburger
07-26-2007, 07:45 AM
AMAZING!!!!! props on ur skills!!!!

MessyHonda
07-26-2007, 09:12 AM
pimpin' 1st gen.

Legend_master
07-26-2007, 11:19 AM
One word "beautiful" :thumbup: . If you dont win AOM next month, then we should have our eyes checked.

offthahook
07-26-2007, 04:38 PM
The rims just set it off!

Hazwan
07-26-2007, 05:16 PM
Wait till I get some pretty photoshoot pics first :D Those pics sucks.

Catalyst
07-26-2007, 05:36 PM
Wow with those rims it looks awesome! Just shine your tires up and go take a photoshoot now!!

forrest89sei
07-27-2007, 12:27 PM
Newly Painted Rims Look Great :thumbup:

A18A
07-27-2007, 02:22 PM
Wait till I get some pretty photoshoot pics first :D Those pics sucks.
cant wait :D will you be using a real camera this time? :)

Hazwan
07-27-2007, 04:45 PM
I'll see if I can borrow my friend's camera.

Anyway, heres some quick pics in the morning. The paint looks absolutely fantastic under the sun :drool:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01791.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01792.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01793.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC01794.jpg

There are, unfortunately some fine swirl marks, which is probably due to my old polishing cloth. Anyway, full polishing again in next month+ followed with her first coat of wax :)

offthahook
07-27-2007, 07:08 PM
Nice work meng. On the rim painting... did you use any kind of high temp or any other special paint for those? I think you'd be okay, but the brakes definitely warm up the rims and I've heard of paint cracking on rims. I figured you just whipped your leftover paints and BAM it was gray.

Hazwan
07-27-2007, 10:14 PM
Never thought of that. I hope it shouldn't be a problem..

Pico
07-27-2007, 10:21 PM
your ride is looking really beautiful Hazwan. Great work

knarg
07-27-2007, 10:29 PM
do you have rear discs or are those painted drum brakes?

Hazwan
07-28-2007, 03:30 AM
Nah thats just painted drums.

epic1400cs
07-28-2007, 04:01 AM
Great transformaiton! :D

Hazwan
08-17-2007, 06:09 PM
I messed around with extra power window motor I had lying around and this is what I got:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC02068.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v197/ullyeus/forum/3geez/DSC02069.jpg

I works!!!!! And yeah I know that the door is hacked so bad, but I'll clean up the edges and put a coat of paint on it. But with the door panel in place, nobody knows whats underneath. Thats the only way the motor would fit. I know they have kits for it, but hey this is 100% free!

I'm planning on using 3g door handle with the power window switches later, and do the other 3 windows.... maybe later.

More pics coming up.

MessyHonda
08-18-2007, 11:06 PM
power locks and power windows FTW

Civic Accord Honda
09-07-2007, 07:36 PM
power locks and power windows FTWx2

2ndGenGuy
09-08-2007, 10:46 AM
Thats not too shabby man! Good work getting it mounted. Where are you gonna put the switch? :)

Hazwan
09-08-2007, 03:09 PM
For now I have a cheap generic switch mounted on the center console. I tried asking for the 3g door panel and they want to much and wont sell the arm rest alone.

My next plan is to add aditional motors in the other doors, reupholster the door panel, and probably the seats too. Tons of plans, so little budget.... :(