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Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:44 PM
Hey all,
Wanted, needed a place to post project related picture posts only :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:45 PM
Well here we go!!
I have lots and lots of pics, here are a few of the main progress of tear down. If you want I have all the pictures here in high res.
I've decided not to post pics of the donor car as it's really quite sad seeing a 3gee like that. (didn't even put wheels on it to get it on the flat bed we kinda just dragged it with a few guys)
Left side of the car:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0074.jpg
Removed: Front left door, Rear left passenger door, Left fender and Gas door
Right Side:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0095.jpg
Removed: Front Right door, Rear right door and Right fender
Center:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0088.jpg
Removed: Hood and Antenna ( I know it's not gone in the pic )
Picture of the Gauges
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0084.jpg
The gauges are reverse glow and the odometer reads 366154.3 KM
Removal of the front Seats and dash:
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Removed: Front seats, Alpine Stereo, Dash and Heater blower. ( pictures where not taken in order so the front windows has also been removed in this pic.)
Back seat out:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0092.jpg
Front window removed:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0110.jpg
Rear Window Removed:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0129.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0131.jpg
(back dash also removed)
At this point All interior trim has been removed except for carpet (which is a fricken bugger by the way)
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Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:46 PM
So now we have two accords worth of parts in the shop space is becoming a huge issue...
This looks Challenging lol
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0076.jpg
We spread it out to pick what we needed to keep and what to throw away:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0115.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0116.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0117.jpg
Anyone need ANYTHING accord? lol
After creative ummm stuff hiding in our shop where where left with a few heater components and the wiring harness
We ended up putting it all in the rafter area lol
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0120.jpg
This is what's left:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_01192.jpg
Here we have the two accords:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_01222.jpg
My baby sitting naked in -5 C weather :-(
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_01232.jpg
And that's it for interior removal for now!!
Any questions?
Next: Engine and Wiring harness removal slated for the upcoming week or so depending on my work schedule.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:47 PM
Whoo hoo!!!!! BIG BIG BIG news!!!!
First the small news! I pulled the engine today! yep it's sitting on the floor i'll have pics in the next couple of days.
BIG BIG BIG BIG BIG NEWS!!
I JUST scored $2800 worth of Alpine Sterio equipment!!! For a killer deal.
Check this:
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/x500mrdm100-f_ld.jpeg
2000 Watts peak 1000 watts RMS @ 2 OHM
and TWO of these
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/alpine-swr-1521d.jpg
15" Dual voice coil 1500 watts peak 500 watts RMS @ 2-ohm
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/602376_260.jpg
And this Nice 100 watt RMS x 4 @ 2 ohm
So this now means I get to make a full custom fiberglass ported trunk box :-) This box will also incorporate both amps.
BTW anyone who doesn't know car audio this is a fricken sweet score!
-mm
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:47 PM
Here are the pics of my new sound equipment:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0138.JPG
And just so you can see a size comparison I put a Canadian beer bottle in the Pic...
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0139.JPG
Engine bay -1 Engine!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0143.JPG
I try to be organized so I made 3 bags of bolts per car. Each bag is Titled "Dash" "Interior" "Engine/Engine Bay"
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0144.JPG
All labeled of course:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0146.JPG
Like I said I'm trigger happy! but you know what? Seeing my own step by step progress here keeps me totally motivated :-)
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR POSITIVE COMMENTS!!!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:47 PM
So I have all my pics now :-) Here is what I'm up against:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/frontsmall.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/windows seamsmall.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/LR wheel wellsmall.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/RR Wheel wellsmall.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/rearquartersmall.jpg
So yeah you could say I have my work cut out for me (lol) It's actually better then it looks in these pictures.
From the donor car I have already removed the panels and sections required to do 90% of the rust repair on this car :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:48 PM
So here we go :-) I have some progress to report... First I have to say my pictures where spread between 2 digital camera's and one of the cameras is blurry...
So I got My car all pressure washed and cleaned up before starting on the body work I have to say it looked pretty good and the fact I didn't have to wash my hands every time I touched something works for me too!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/firewallsmall.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/frontleftsidesmall.jpg
I decided to take my roof off the car first only because I bought a new drill and wanted to use it :-)
Also I've decided to pull the outer skin of my roof off and leave everything else. My idea with this is that the replacement roof will fit perfectly instead of fighting with cutting the support pillars.
Here is a quick pic of the roof seam before I got started:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/1.JPG
Then I drilled out all the spot welds:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/2.JPG
After drilling out the spot welds I pried the metal apart using a hammer and a strong flat head screw driver:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/3.JPG
Sorry that it's blurry.... I'm not worrying about the metal of the roof as it's going to the dump and the sunroof is getting put on ;-) (W00t!)
Another of the work on the seam (back window)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/4.JPG
Now once I had the seam apart there is a tar like substance holding the cross braces to the roof. I left the braces but after inspecting the other roof I've decided to remove those as well.
SORRY AGAIN that these are blurry!! I'll take better ones soon! This will give you the idea though!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/5.JPG
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/6.JPG
So that's where she sits :-) I have more images of the bad rust areas etc but for now she sit's with a HUGE sunroof lol looks cool eh?
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:50 PM
Pic update!!!
Work that I did last week:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/prework.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/prework2.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/mikeswork.jpg
My engine bay ready to go!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/enginebayprimer.jpg
And what I did on Sunday!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/frontprmer.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/rearprimer.jpg
Here is the roof situation I'm in!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/NoRoof.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/halfaroof.jpg
The outlined area below will be cut out(on the drivers side). The circled area is being repaired:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/marked.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:50 PM
Well I really really wanted pics for this update however due continuing digital camera issues I'm unable to do so.... I'll have them soon :-)
So I took a week break off my car by that I mean I was working all the times I could have been working on this project.
So on Saturday I sanded and primed the: Roof, the whole right side of the car and three out of 4 doors!!
See look :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/roofprime.jpg
Leaves me with 3 or 4 more things to do (for the exterior) and then I can start to sand and primer the interior!! I'll have more pics a little later :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:51 PM
Well I was really bored at work today and so I decided to try and copy a picture I drew of my car...
ANYONE who has used windows paint program to try and fab a CGI body kit you have my respect... It's facking hard!!!
I know a couple of the angles are wrong (Front bumper sucks I know I didn't care about the lights) but this is basically the idea for my car when I'm done. It's of course going to have a brand new paint job... ** Graphite Metallic :-) **
oh yeah if this pic sucks give me a break I was using MS Paint!!!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/xxxalmost.jpg
So? What do you think? I'm actually going to scan my drawing eventually but this gives you the idea.... Any comments or suggestions??? (GOOD OR BAD)
I'm toying with the idea of making the fender flairs a little biggier and incorporating a flair all along the bottom of the kit and fender wells....
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:51 PM
Hey everyone! I went hard this weekend ;-)
Sanded and primered all exterior body panels! See Look!
http://members.shaw.ca/mmargeson/DSC00004.jpg
http://members.shaw.ca/mmargeson/DSC00005.jpg
http://members.shaw.ca/mmargeson/DSC00007.jpg
http://members.shaw.ca/mmargeson/DSC00011.jpg
My Spoiler :-)
http://members.shaw.ca/mmargeson/DSC00006.jpg
http://members.shaw.ca/mmargeson/DSC00013.jpg
http://members.shaw.ca/mmargeson/DSC00014.jpg
Yeah yeah thoes two horrible rust spots are getting replaced as well :-)
http://members.shaw.ca/mmargeson/DSC00015.jpg
http://members.shaw.ca/mmargeson/DSC00016.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:52 PM
Well it's funny you mention seeing results. My friend took some pics for me like 2 weeks ago and STILL hasn't sent them to me... I've gotten some more pics now and here they are!
The following is how my first car is now.
I am kinda depressed spending so much time on this one and now swapping it but I really want a good unibody to start with. My goal here was to learn and I have learnt a ton working on my baby... alas her time is done and will be going to the scrap yard.
Sorry about the blurrrrry pics but you get the idea...
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/repair%201.jpg
All the metal replacement patches have been cut and fitted.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/repair%202.jpg
Also the edges have been sandblasted.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/repair%203.jpg
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http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/repair%205.jpg
And there she is... I'm sad to say but her cancer problem was terminal. There was alot of rust areas that where going to be a problem in the future anyway. It's not a total loss... I'm keeping the right fender, left fender, hood, roof and trunk... oh and the doors too....
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:52 PM
Here are some pictures of my new car :-) You'll notice a small rust area on the rear driverside wheel well but other then that it's clean... I've even looked under the carpets :-D
It's an LX with over 400000 KM. It also came with a fancy stock Honda equilizer :-) (never gunna use it)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/newcar%201.jpg
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The seats are allready at the dump. Various other things have been stripped allready. I probably wont spend much time on it till the weekend again...
:cheers:
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 02:52 PM
First I'd like to give a little update and then I'll talk about the vandalism.
Not really anything special here except I have all the body panels and doors swapped over.... I'm saving a crap load time by having all those pre-sanded and primed parts :-P :-P
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/prog1.jpg
Everything lines up perfectly! This car is amazing... When I was taking the bumper skrews out they where like butter... no rust at all! Even in the engine bay where my car was rusting this car is clean :-) I'm very happy!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/prog2.jpg
My friend Skotty suprised the heck out of me and dropped of a couple of presents! I now have a pair of 1991 Prelude Si seats GREAT condition. The foam feels extremely new!. There is some sun damage on the right shoulder of the driver seat but that's it :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/seat2.jpghttp://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/seat3.jpg
Below is the little bit of sun damage:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/seat4.jpg
OK so here it is...
My friend actually called me in the morning and told me it happened. I got there and saw that he over exaggerated about it. The cart didn't go through my window but it still put a hole... here are the pics:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/prog3.jpg
The weapon of choice on the right.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/prog4.jpg
It WAS a perfect window. I'm actually not as mad as I should be... I'm just starting to get used to stupid crap happening. I'm really not that bad off I mean I have extra windshields from the previous parts cars and thanx to me learning how to take them out it's not really a lot of work.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:02 PM
Hello all
I have been very busy lately but at least I got the rusty panel cut out ;) I really wish this was more significant... but here you go :-)
Well here is the new panel and bad rust spot:
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Above in the circle you can see the rust and after cutting out the panel I found bondo all the way above the line!! Why would you put that much bondo on when you didn't have to?? oh well I guess it's a 15 yo car...
the couple cuts I made...
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC003182.JPG
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC003212.JPG
What I'm left with:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC003222.JPG
I don't know how much you can tell from this photo but I have a little rust issue on the main body of the car (under what I cut out) as well... I was lucky and grabbed the metal I needed when I was at the junkyard.
This cut out section is not done... I still need to trim it down so the cuts are straighter and I still have to clean the seam in the door frame... then like last time I'll fit the new metal in and get ready to weld it :-)
l8er.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:03 PM
Hey, Quick update...
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I cut out all the rust:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DCAM0003.jpg
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Then I cleaned it up by sandblasting :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00343.jpg
**Edit: I've updated this picture to a clearer one.**
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Kinda test fitted the new panel in :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DCAM0005.jpg
Thanx :P :rockon: :thumbup: :flip: :cheers:
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:03 PM
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Thank you for the short shifter 3gn86lxi !!
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Ps... Did you really need that much bubble wrap??? :rockon:
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:03 PM
July 11th update:
Look at these baby's!!!!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00020JPGjpg.jpg
I have good friends :-)
So My buddy calls me up and was like don't I owe you $30? and I was like yeah of course you do lol ... and here is my payment :-) A perfectly MINT set of Black Prelude Si Seats :) :) :)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00022JPGjpg.jpg
I don't know if you can tell but this panel is pretty much ready needs a few spots of love but then it should fit perfectly... I don't know if you can tell but it's only being held by a single clamp...
My new phone takes good pictures hey?
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:03 PM
I found the burnt orange I want :-)
This will look so damn hot on a 3gee :thumbup:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00025.jpg
Very similer:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00026.jpg
That's all I had to say.....
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:03 PM
It's all good :-) I'm sure I'm going to love it :-)
What kind of time frame you think you might have the car done & ready for that paint?
I'm not sure really... My time on this project depends on how much time I can get in at the shop... and depending on the things in my life it isn't always a priority so the time frame I'd guess to be going on my past rate.... sanded and primered in 30 days... (I Hope!)
I just got the Spray Sound dampening in aswell... 4 Cans and they are pretty heavy cans too! :) :)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/MMM-08883-Underseal-Rubber-LG.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:04 PM
Oh...
I'm Selling two 12" Rockford Fosgate HX2 Power series subs.
They are a bit dusty but they are being looked after properly and are in perfect working condition.
Model RFD2212
Dual 4 ohm Voice coil
RMS Power: 500W
Peak Power Handling: 1000W
They Pound. I had my Tsunami DB1800T amp feeding only about 300 watts RMS to each sub and they still Rocked!
Sorry the pics are a little fuzzy
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00027.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00028.jpg
About the Box:
I built this box for an accord . It has been built the exact air space specs for these subs and will fit right into your trunk with no modifications and fit snuggly.
It has no padding inside or baffels... it is a Sealed box Made to Exact specs with 3/4 inch MDF. It has been siliconed and skrewed every inch and a half or so.. (Pictures below)
Airspace
(Including calculating for woofer displacement)
1.25 cu ft per sub...
A total of 2.5 cu ft of airpace.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00029.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00030.jpg
$200 for just the subs $250 with the box + shipping
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Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:04 PM
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC000577.jpg
:) :)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:04 PM
Sorry for the long time no update. I'm not working on it as fast as I would have liked too... Oh well I know it will be done by march when I get my license back :-(
Any ways I've bought a few toys recently....
Two things are still in the mail and I'll have pics of them as soon as I receive them :-)
Here are two toys I have just received.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00128s.jpg
I bought these from 3gn86lxi
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00129s.jpg
(2 pieces) Polyurethane Shift Bushings
From Summit Racing I found them IN THIS THREAD (link) (http://3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=40941&highlight=summit+shifter)
I should have a couple more things in the next couple weeks. I've applied some sound dampening to my car as well to see how the rubberized undercoating works... Sprays really nice :-) I'll find out how much quieter it will be in march :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:05 PM
I did some sound deadening work on my back dash. I know It's not a source of much sound or vibration but I have lots of spray sound deadener so I'm putting it on anything that I can't lay B-Quiet Extreme on :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00132s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00134s.jpg
It's all black now :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:08 PM
Hey Everyone!
I thought I'd throw down a few pictures as I haven't had anything else huge to report recently.
BUT First... This accord only drives around to haunt me lol:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00165.jpg
The reason why I posted this pic is because I have been meaning to show everyone what NOT to do with their Accord... This guy has a half primer half burgundy Accord with stick on hood scoops etc... It looks just horrible to do that to one of our cars. I see this Accord around like once a week and can NEVER snap a pic of it until today when I saw it in traffic once again... One day I'll get a better pic of it!
I actually got to see my motor today! The gent that has it did me a huge favor today and came down to Westbank picked me up and took me up to his shop which is about 30-40 min drive :-) :-)
While I was there I learned a shitload of info that I needed to make an educated decision on what will be happening to the build. Any question I had Mr.R had a wealth of info for me and was a real eye opener to what can be done if you have the experience and skill that he does.
While I was there looking at all the guts of my motor I snapped a few pictures... Basically these are the before shots of the build and of course you know me more will be coming as soon as the motor is ready to be assembled.
Here are the pics I snapped today.. Nothing spectacular to a mechanic but to me they are very cool!!! Here they are:
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I am so excited to see this all happening and for Mr.R to be able to show me hands on makes it even greater!
Thanks again!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:09 PM
New Headlights :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00206s.jpg
Plus new bulbs :-)
$54 CAD shipped :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:09 PM
Hey I got My stiffening components in!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00208.jpg
Everything seems well made... I'm not a welder but so far they look awesome!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:10 PM
Here are a few motor pics...
First Cleaning:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/000_0213.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/000_0214.jpg
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ttyl
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:10 PM
I have an update But Im saving it for tomorrow LOL
Here Is a random picture:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00280s.jpg
This is what you get if you bag each and every bolt from every Accord you've stripped!! I've got Three bags from each Accord lol
Think I'll find what I'm looking for?
Actually this kind of reminds me of something...
Now that people are getting to know me as an Accord guy I get calls from people in distress... I helped a buddy out with an extra starter I had :-) ... Oh and when I went to the Kelowna meet my car wasn't there but my old hood was on one Accord there and my old block was in another LOL
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:10 PM
So I've learned the HOW-TO on Fibergless.... Man it's soo easy :-)
I took the last few days fixing a couple of key areas of rust.
I'm really really excited because now that I know how to fiberglass I can move on to projects that until a few days ago I didn't have the skill to do!
I've fixed the top of the wheel well on the pasenger side and I've fixed a big hole created by rust on the drivers side rear wheel well as well. Here are a couple of pictures of what I have been doing.
It's not finished yet I've got sanding and primering to do... The majority of what you see will be covered by the rear bumper so it's not important to me that it looks nice as long as it's fixed.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00294s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00296s.jpg
Top two are the driverside wheel well
Bottom two are the passenger side
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http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00293s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:10 PM
Well I did a little more work today :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00301s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00302s.jpg
^^^ I need at least one more layer of fiberglass here :-|
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00303s.jpg
Started to fix another problem area today aswell... I needed to sandblast the whole area because it was so rusty.... Gawd I love my sandblaster :-) I'm Acutally getting better at using it now ;-)
To Anyone looking to buy a sandblaster: DO IT... I have saved enough time on this one project to justify what I paid and I have just a small 5 gallon pressure pot!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:10 PM
More work :-) More layers of fiberglass as well I did some small primering all over the car ;-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00009s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00011s.jpg
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Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:11 PM
*EDIT* Now free of spelling errors! :-) *EDIT*
More Work :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC000008s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC000010s.jpg
This time I was able to finish sanding and primming the drivers side.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00013s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00015s.jpg
I also sprayed more sound dampening/undercoat spray all on the inside of the metal to reduce as much sound as possible :-) Great stuff to work with if your have nice gloves :-)
Oh after that I dropped the LX tank to put the EX-i tank in and notice a bit of a difference :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00018s.jpg
LX (above)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00017s.jpg
EX-i
Anyway that's how my day went :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:11 PM
nope.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:11 PM
The above orange is not very close to what I want.
I'm wanting the make one of my interior accent colors to be the exact same color of the paint job. So think of a nice burnt metallic orange similer to below ( I want mine a little darker ) :
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00026.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:12 PM
This is the closest I've found to the orange that my baby is going to be:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/Truck.JPG
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:12 PM
Here is what Mr.R just sent me :-)
Mr.R: Pic of Honda Ex Port Rough cut:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/Untitled-4%20copy.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/Untitled-3.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/untitled32.JPG
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/untitled42.JPG
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:17 PM
Cool I found a more realistic way of doign the white :-)
see:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00014%20copy.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:17 PM
More engine work... It's looking Awsome!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachmsc4.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachmsc3.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachmsc2.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachmsc1.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:17 PM
BIG UPDATE!!!
FIRST AND FORMOST THANK YOU DOUG!! Without our fellow 3geer's welding ability I would not have been able to get this step done. Thank you so much.
And now......
From this:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00346.jpg
To this :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00349.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00351.jpg
Door Sits nice!!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00352.jpg
Thank you again Doug for your time and effort.
The next step for me is to grind down all the welds and start to correct body imperfections!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:17 PM
Update :-)
Here is a picture update on the motor work:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachs.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attach1s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attach22s.jpg
I'm about to sound dampen my trunk so it's completely stripped of wires etc. A few sprays of rust preventing primer and it's ready to go. Laying B-quiet Extreme as soon as possible.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00569s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00571s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00568s.jpg
Con't....
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:18 PM
I thought I'd throw a couple pictures of the shop in here...
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00565s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00562s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00572s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00566s.jpg
Oh and I bought a compressor :
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00563s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:18 PM
SAweeeeeeet.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00580s.jpg
In progress
My first Sound dampening experience done:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00581s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00582s.jpg
It's way easier to work with then I thought. I can't wait to work on the rest of the body.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:18 PM
I got Motivated today :-)
Well.... I locked myself in my shop anyway..... lol
I Finished cleaning up surface rust and priming:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00588s.jpg
Then I dampend away:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00589s.jpg
Right Side
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00592s.jpg
Middle
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00593s.jpg
Leftside
Trunk Done!!! :rockon:
:Edit (forgot something):
I would like to mention that working with B-Quiet Extreme is Excellent for a first time user. For Prep I washed the metal with soapy water. The instructions read that no heat gun is required and that applying the B-Quiet at or above room temperature is all that's needed (EASY!). I did just that :-D ... after the first hour of working with it you start to get a feel on the shapes and cuts that are needed for each section. As for cutting I didn't even use a good knife I just held a utility knife blade in my hand which worked fine for me. It's minus 20 Celsius here so if the B-Quiet was going to fall off due the cold it would have tonight (and still hasn't).
So overall B-Quiet Seems excellent coming from a first time user POV I can't wait to see how much quieter it will be in may car. I have 100 Sq ft and I intend on using every inch I can and doubling up in some areas.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:18 PM
Mini Update:
First things First:
Question : That sound proofing stuff you used how hard was it to get the seats out and the get under the carpet to install it.
THanks.
The seats are easy to get out. Pm me if you need directions. :-) One thing tho I haven't gotten to the seat yet but I can't see anything being difficult.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00604s.jpg
I did a little more :-) (Filled the Heater and got back from outta town lol )
hey when you pulled your carpet did you need a star-point screwdriver to take the trim off the doorsills? I had so much trouble with that. The seats weren't easy either. maybe it's because I had a hatch.
No mine were the X screws :-)
Question: Has anyone heard of Accord Type S ? (our years) I've heard it's a hatchback....
*****MARCH 1 ST*****
Talked to Mr.R and that's when I'm getting the Motor! 32 Days :-)
:thumbup: :rockon: :thumbup:
Couple pics I've never posted:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00590s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00591s.jpg
I'll work more on my car this week... I hope :bong:
OH yeah I found my bill for the B-Quiet... Product+SHipping+Taxes=201.00 CAD = $2 a foot
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:19 PM
A little more work.
I sanded and primed any areas that where rusty.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00607s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00606s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:19 PM
do you know how much waight do you gain on this stuff? B-Quiet... I bet this stuff is heawy. All thou NICE wark.
Actually it's not bad.
B-Quiet Extreme weighs about 15 pounds for 50 sq ft
I assume I'll have about 45 pounds of sound dampening in my car at least :-)
CHECK THIS!!!!!!!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attach00.jpg
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Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:19 PM
So I was thinking I'd show you guys quickly how I have the shop setup... I don't know if anyone will care but it wont hurt :-)
I heat the shop with my Tiger Torch... It goes through about $5 worth of propane every time I use it:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00610ss.jpg
That thing blows hot air and I circulate it with my two fans... which are directed into mycar to heat the interior metal at the moment :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00608s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00611s.jpg
You can see below that it's really cramped when I have the shop devided in two by poly... It really keeps the heat in :-) Additionally it heats up faster :-)
These lights where a Great investment for $25... 500W each side :-P :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00613ss.jpg
I was motivated tonight once again and did more work :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00617s.jpg
Notice anything diffrent? I did the left and right wheel well center beam and back dash Yepp yepp yepp!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00618s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00619s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:20 PM
:-)
More pics...
Frost plugs replaced :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachn2s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachn1s.jpg
:-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachqqs.jpg
I might add words here later.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:20 PM
Hello :-)
Here's a few shots of Mr.R's shop.
I'm sorry I don't know much about his sled... However he does check this thread if you have questions.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachtts.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachrrs.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachwws.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attachees.jpg
CHEERS :-)
I'll work on my car soon.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:20 PM
I bought my self a few presents !!!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/2ss.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/2ssss.jpg
I just bought SIX 6.5 inch round FOCAL 165CV1 6.5
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:24 PM
So I HAD to take everything and lay it out... I'm very close to a full system.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00647sss.jpg
Everything
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00650ss.jpg
My Alpine head unit and JVC Dvd player.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:24 PM
NEW TOY
*SEXY SEXY SEXY*
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/TA-MO-11102912211.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:24 PM
Picture Update.
Before and after :-)
BEFORE:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00674s.jpg
After:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00675s.jpg
BEFORE:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00676s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00677s.jpg
STOCK Sound dampening.
After:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00678s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00681s.jpg
(rear window at bottom)
B-Quiet Extreme .... what else can I say this stuff is great so far... CAN"T F*&^%$#@G Wait to hear it!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00682s.jpg
This is to show I've done the A B and C pillars as well.
Oh and I used a WHOLE can of that Spray sound dampening on the Inside of my unibody!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00679s.jpg
NEW TOY!!!! *Sexy*
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00685s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00686s.jpg
(To Scale I(at 1440 x 900) just figured out !)
This just fell into my lap... $50!!!!! Great day for me... got 8 hours in on the car...
The way I look at it.. My employer is paying me to work on my car for the next two weeks!! (I'm on holidays now)
Thank you all for stopping by!
A Special Thank You to the customer service (Wade and Sarah) at B-Quiet You guys are Great!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:24 PM
Quick Secondary Update from Mr. R:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/ppattach.mscs.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/ppppattach.mscs.jpg
He says that the Pistons rings and bearings are all installed and clearanced ... THANK YOU Mr.R
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:24 PM
Update:
I had a little brain storm session with my friends and came up with the idea of re-upholstering the A, B, C pillars and ceiling of my car... all in black vinal.
Here are some of the parts completed.
I'll Have the ceiling done tomorrow.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00692s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00693s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00691s.jpg
One rust spot I need to fix before laying sound dampening.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00688s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:25 PM
More pictures:
Before:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00687s.jpg
After:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00698s.jpg
After:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00697s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:25 PM
Update:
More sound dampening.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00819s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00820s.jpg
I picked up so many tools.... $100 for 6 Buckets of tools!!!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00816s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:25 PM
:-)
I'll add words tonight :-)
Before:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00828s.jpg
After:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00831s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00829s.jpg
A couple days ago:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00825s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00826s.jpg
A lot of work to go!!:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00827s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:26 PM
Thank You all once again for all your support! Until I get get my windows all the way up I'm FINALLY done the sound dampening... I don't even wanna count the hours I put into that.
Started bondo work tonight... (learning as I go) :-P
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00833s.jpg
My concept for the interior is evolving as I go... I'm finding that I want to incorporate a bunch of little things that would be cool but would waste a lot of time.
25 Days 'Till I get my licence back.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:26 PM
Today I did some work on my front driver fender to learn how to bondo.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00840s.jpg
My friend and instructor Bob is doing the rear quarter panel. You can't even tell the quarter panel has been replaced!! As he is doing this I'm learning from him and working on the fender to learn how to use it better and mix it better.
Before:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00827s.jpg
First coat of bondo after sanding the area down:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00833s.jpg
Then Sanded:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00835s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00836s.jpg
Another coat of bondo:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00838s.jpg
And sanded with a layer of primer:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00844s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:26 PM
HUGE PICTURE UPDATE!!!
YAY I love Pictues!!! Now you get to see lots!!
THANK YOU Mr. R
MY Cam!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/msc1.jpg
Mr. R:
"This is what it looks like after valve job on my TCM 25 seat and guide machine, full floating bed and live pilot. The head came out perfect."
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/msc2.jpg
Here is just the head:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/msc3.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/msc4.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/msc5.jpg
and sitting on the block:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/msc6.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/msc7.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/msc8.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:26 PM
OK!! Here we Go!
Update time :-) I've got quite a few pictures as always :-) And you keep dropping by so you mustn't mind :-P
Here's all the pictures I've got :-)
WARNING I've kept the resolution high for some of these (on the second post) so be prepared there big.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attach-4s.jpg
Our (Mr.R and I) clutches came in this week :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attach.mscs.jpg
A list of do's and don'ts comes with a stage II+ clutch.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/atatach-2s.jpg
:rockon:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00863s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00862s.jpg
Rear shock comparison. Those H&R's are off an Integra from the junk yard. They where like new :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/attqwes.jpg
Looking Great!:rockon:
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:27 PM
Second Post
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/ddddrrgggg.jpg
:nuts:.... Mind boggling isn't it? The worst part is I've all ready taken half this much to the dump. I've gone through 3 accords in total in the last year and a bit.:nuts:
In the top left you can see the Custom bars From Justin... I will be test fitting them shortly and then the plan is power coating.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/instrument.jpg
Mr.R uses this $800 instrument for all his engine torques. He has three of these all similar. I will tell you that one of the most important things I've learned is the value of a good tool. I would never have spent $50 or $60 on a good wratchet a year ago.....
In the last few day's I've been concentrating on the body work aspect of things as I'm learning bondo I'm getting better... I have a big problem laying too much down still... oh well... for a break I went to suspension and threw in my right side suspension (front and rear)... I ran into a shitload of problems like you always do on old cars... The Upper Ball joint and tie rod end where rusted on and wouldn't budge (untill I bought Liquid Wrench) Additonally the rubber mount in the lower control arm was rusted together..... I had to cut the old strut by the wishbone and then buy a Porpane torch. The torch worked great to hea tthe old bolt and allow me to twist it out. I still end up having to replace my lower control arm as I have no way of removing the old bushing.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:27 PM
Shitty the Internet was down for a few days at my place! what's funny is that I work for the bloody company as tech support!! lol I'm ok with it I know shit happens ... anyway... I've got some news I tell ya!
First Thank you Greatdane for your advice had I read it sooner I may have taken it...now thinking about it I probably still could as right now both lower control arms are on the floor of the shop...
:::Rant::::
...the STUPID thing about working on our beloved cars is that some of the suspension hasn't been removed for almost 20 years and I have found out the hard way on many occasions that it weilds hours of unforeseen work and aggravation!! Case in point both lower control arms had the bushing rust to the bolt and now require new bushings...(which may or may not be as hard as I think to do myself)...While removing the lower control arm out of the car I BROKE the head of the bolt that holds it to the frame of the car...like give me a fu<kin break...
I managed ok with that problem by bending the bracket a little, sliding the control arm over a little, cut the bolt with a hack saw on the inside and after i got the control arm free I drenched what was left of the bolt several times with Liquid Wrench and was able to unscrew it with vice grips WHEW!
I spent some time putting my newly upholstered ceiling and passenger side trim!!! LOOKS AWSOME if I do say so myself!!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00884s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00881s.jpg
I admit I have flaws and I'm not afraid to show them...I am a first timer. I will fix all these issues one day by re doing the areas but not right now.
I also painted some of the other interior pieces... it's nice because if I don't like gloss black or something happens to the finish these are easy to replace or fix :) .
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00877s.jpg
I picked up my Flywheel today as I had it lightened 3 pounds and resurfaced. I paid A bit more then I wanted as I wanted about 5 pounds off but they could only go 3 for me.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00876s.jpg
A little surface rust won't hurt anything. :-)
I did the Prelude adjustable upper control arms conversion to fix my camber issues :-) :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00874s.jpg
Left Prelude control arm converted to fit the Accord, Center Accord normal, Right Prelude normal.
I finished installing all my lowering suspension I believe My drop is 2 to 2.5 Inches I'm not sure because I grabbed the springs and shocks off a 91 Integra (http://3geez.com/forum/showthread.php?t=38116)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00869s.jpg
More body work in the near future I just needed a break!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:27 PM
Hey all :-)
The motor is now done but it's not quite mine yet... as there is still a small shim that I need to pull from pick-n-pull today... I'm so busy!!! as soon as I run that to Summerland I have to go to Kamloops for the night and then off to Vancouver later tomorrow afternoon!
I'm LOVING my license back. I've put over 1000 Km on my beater since I got my license back on Friday.
Here is a couple shot of the motor done:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/wwwwwattach.mscss.jpg
It says 0 KM!!!!!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/wwwattach.mscs.jpg
Mr.R cleaned up the Flywheel for me :-) No more surface rust!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/wwattach.mscs.jpg
Looks Gooood :-)
I went to Pick-N-Pull yesterday and got my two lower control arms $42 :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00908s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00909s.jpg
-1 Lower Control arm.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00910s.jpg
+1 Lower control arm :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images/DSC00904s.jpg
Here are Justin's Custom bars again but this time I also have a front strut tower brace (which took Several months to get here from 3gn86lxi I bought them in October of last year) which completes the Set of Stiffening components I have :-) WOOT!! THANK YOU JUSTIN AND RYAN!
I place fitted everything to see what it would look like :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00905s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00906s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00895s.jpg
I love the summer and roasting Z rated tires :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:32 PM
I sure did A lot of work today it feels like :-)
Today I finished installing the suspension so no more worring about that :-)
After compleating the suspension I moved on to the Brake rotors...the Cross Drilled brake rotors are much Bigger and the stock calipers don't work (too small) So I'll have to see if the legend or prelude calipers work better,.... DOES ANYONE KNOW OF BIGGER CALIPERS THAT BOLT TO OUR SETUPS?
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00919s.jpg
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00920s.jpg
YES YES MY ENGINE IS AT MY SHOP!!!
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/http://www.gemini-online.net/web/images/DSC00922s.jpg
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00923s.jpg
I finally took the blue pizza delivery bumper off... lol
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00934s.jpg
I also stripped my engine bay:
Before (not the same engine bay just using as an example):
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/PIC_0143.JPG
After:
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00951s.jpg
I also washed the engine bay with easy off and soap with water... Lemon fresh!
http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00953s.jpg . http://www.geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00954s.jpg
It's shiney :-)
I spent almost 12 hours in the shop today.... wow...
tomorrow I have to go to pick -n pull to get an auto tranny for a friend of mine.... I'm getting good shouldn't take longer then 45 minutes or so.... of course i've done like 8 or 10 so far lol lol
Goodnight...
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:35 PM
Because a good job starts at the bottom I wanted to paint my cross members.
Here is some progress pictures :-)
Before:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00968s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00976s.jpg
Sanded, Taped and ready for primer:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00970s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00977s.jpg
(forgot to take the pic before primering lol)
First coat Primer:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00972s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00978s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:35 PM
I finished Painting the cross members today :-) Turned out really well :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00983s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00981s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00984s.jpg
And this is before I've applied the clear coat :-) Now I can't wait to get the rest of the car done :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:35 PM
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00989s.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:36 PM
A little Picture Update:
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Just a comparison.
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Wow. That's clearence. (Less then the width of my pinky)
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I have "PIA" suspension! lol (like PIAA :-D :bong: )
Here Is the LAST rust spot I need to fix on this car. Rust is a bad bad Cancer and it takes a lot of hard work to beat! Damn rust. Well it's going to pay off that's for sure.
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After this shot I sanded the remaning rust off. Did I mention I hate rust?
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Fiberglass Layer 1
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Fiberglass Layer 2 (after sanding in between layers... Also it's still wet that's why its more see-thru)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:36 PM
10-4 :-)
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One pic just because were talking abou them :-)
... I just realized I truly miss seeing them like that... It's gunna be GREAT reunion :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:36 PM
My car is finally on the ground again after that suspension fiasco... Let's see.. I wanted to put my lowering springs on and upgrade the rotors.... I ended up Replacing both Lower control arms because the bushings were toast... I also ended up replacing Spindles, Calipers and temporary rims because the drilled rotors are larger and required the 89 setup... not to mention the CV nuts I couldn't break with any tool in my shop and needed to take them to a garage to bust off with a 1000ft pound impact gun.... The end result is "PIA" suspension with Drilled rotors :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC01000s.jpg
Look at how low it is!! :-) !! That's me standing next to it and the engine bay only comes halfway up my thigh :-D alltho With the 16" rims and the hood on It'll probably raise 2 or 3 inches from where it is now.
I spent a few hours sanding tonight and got more then two-thirds of my engine bay sanded
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Looks pretty darn good I'd say :-) It's late... I've had a long long day and my bed is 4 and a half feet away... GOODNIGHT.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:36 PM
I spent a few hours sanding today I finished the engine bay's first sanding and got the hood ready for body filler...
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... I went for a hike this morning...
I love this area :-)
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Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:37 PM
Guess what?
More sanding yay! NOT! lol
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It's been a while since I've seen her like this.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:37 PM
Picture Dump:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC01013s.JPG
The roof is in GREAT shape no body fill needed. :rockon:
Bodyfiller time:
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Tonight I sand all these area's down and make them look happy again :-) (me too lol)
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This is to show that the weld line is almost invisable :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:37 PM
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:)
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:-P
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Right on.... my body lines are coming back!
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The Hood is taking way longer then i thought it would.... oh well I want it to look perfect!!!
....It get's Dusty in the shop
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Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:37 PM
Guess What? I FINALLY got my steering wheel that's been on back order and back order...
But now.....
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC01037s.jpg
All the way from Italy ladies and gents...
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC01039s.jpg
:rockon: :thumbup: :bow: MOMO Jet Steering wheel. SEXY. :rockon: :flip: :cheers:
That was the icing on the cake of an INCREDIBLE day for me :-).
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:38 PM
OK FIRST OF ALL I'M SORRY.
My excuse is that I totally lost my drive for this project when:
A) I got my license back.
B) Summer hit.
These two things combined are bad when you live in one of the most beautiful places in the world. The project is still happening it just got put on the back burner for a while.
To be honest I didn't even visit the site because I never wanted to be one of those guys that starts a thread and you never get to see the end of it. I am dedicated to this project and I WILL finish it.
BUT... Now I'm working on it again! :-) ... As a matter of fact tomorrow if my plans go smoothly I'll be painting the engine bay (after one more full sanding). If I get the bay painted by Sunday I can start putting in my new engine!
I thought I was picking a color no one has done before around here but today this car rolled into the wrecker:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/imagejpeg_2%20(9).jpg
Soooo.... I might pick it up and drive it as a beater... Would that be bad owning one and getting another painted a similar color??
Ok, this is it... from now on I hope to have some new things to add on here fairly often again.
Special Thanks to all of you who have checked this thread while I was gone.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:38 PM
Well here we are after the weekend and I didn't end up working on my project.
The whole weekend was spent dealing with the two cars I bought. The first is an 1986 Oldsmobile Firenza is a $40 wonder with a blown heater core. So I just looped the two hoses and I was good to go minus a heater. :-)
The second was this baby:
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Below you can see the area that took a bunch of damage:
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It looks like a tall truck hit the top of the door... the roof is caved a little so it'll need a lot of TLC.... I'm not putting much effort into this car as it's a winter beater and I only paid $500.
I bought all the paint and primer for the engine bay job... now that I have wheels again I'll be back near my shop a lot more often...
See you soon
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:38 PM
Well I sanded my ass off tonight. I sanded for 4 hours with only two doobie breaks... Got the entire engine bay sanded down with 320 grit sandpaper.
It's finally ready for primer then paint!!
Before pictures of first sanding with 120 grit:
Post 557 (http://3geez.com/forum/showpost.php?p=767837&postcount=557)
Post 553 (http://3geez.com/forum/showpost.php?p=767461&postcount=553)
After pictures:
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http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00244s.JPG
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00245s.JPG
I'm going to primer and paint in the next few days.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:38 PM
All Taped up and ready to go:
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First layer of primer FINALLY on:
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Yeah...That felt good.
I'm definitely going for the clean look... I'll do what ever I can the reduce the ammount of visible wires and vacume hoses
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:38 PM
I did one full second coat of primer lastnight.
It's ready for paint now!
I'm painting it tonight! (First coat anyway)
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Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:44 PM
Hey Everyone!!!
Here is a quick pic of the Engine Bay Painted!!!
This is before clear coat which will be tonight :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00253_2.jpg
Sorry about the fuzzy Pic I'll get better ones tonight :-)
THANK YOU AGAIN FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:44 PM
Here are the finished pictures!! :-)
I applied 2 good layers of Primer (2 cans), then 3 layers of the Metallic Burnt Orange spray paint (2 cans) and then used 1 and a half cans of clear.
I took lots of pictures:
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I now need help... I need to figure out what to do next ... I think it's paint the brake lines black but I feel lost at what to do after that...
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:44 PM
I painted my brake lines... they look hot.
BTW I used a standard short hair brush and did about 4 coats using spray can paint I sprayed into a lid... I would use model paint or nail polish next time for the brake lines.
Looks good tho:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00266s.JPG
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00267s.JPG
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:45 PM
Ok :-) A little update.
I'm starting to install things now... I've reinstalled my standard pedals and a few engine bay components.
I took a few before and after pictures.
I finished painting my brake lines:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00290s.JPG
Power steering reservoir:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00294sn.JPG Clean
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00291s.JPG
Charcoal Canister:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00295sn.JPG Clean http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00297s.JPG
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:45 PM
Headlight Motor Right and left:
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Clean
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Installed:
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Headlight itself has also been installed left and right:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00306s.JPGhttp://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00308s.JPG
Master Cylinder:
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Master cylinder has now been installed. I will have more progress pictures as I go along of course.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:45 PM
Hello once again! I did a little to my car and a lot of cleaning to my shop this weekend. Here is the little work I did....
Header Installed:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2//DSC00416s.JPG
Intake Installed:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00417s.JPG
I know it's not much But it feels like progress. I'm struggling with what to install first, so basically I'll just install everything I can on the block first... Correct me if i'm wrong but I think all I can install is intake, header, tranny, fuel rail, wiring harness.
Anyway, more progress later.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:46 PM
Hey guys :-)
A little more progress! I installed the insulation stuff that goes on the inside of the firewall... the wiring harness(hope i got the right one)... the heatercore,blower and the middle thing as well:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSC00452s.JPG
We have a 89 SE-i in the junk yard... I took some pictures... does anyone need/want anything?
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Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:46 PM
Hey All :-) Another update! (I get to do lots of these recently!)
I have pictures but I got a new cam and need to Grab the data cable. I'll update here later.
Yesterday I installed the Alternator, Power steering pump, each corresponding belt, Motor Engine Harness. I gave the motor a good clean as well.
At this point there is nothing left to install on the block!! (except Tranny).
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I moved my car out of my shop for the first time in 8 months! Wow was that ever a circus! My shop isn't big enough to move the car around properly to I literally had to get it to the point that I couldn't move it anymore then used a floor jack to shimmy the ass-end sideways like three times... it took like an hour lol
BEFORE:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0010s.JPG
I did the 'ol spring clean in the shop today.. again... it's amazing how many duplicates (and triplicates) of parts i have lol.
AFTER!!
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0011s.JPG
I also took an air hose and wet cloth to my car to get the 8 months of body work dust out of it... that also took more then an hour.
So now it's on to the final touches in the engine bay, getting my fuse box and the motor mounts installed etc. I have the wiring harness strung and mostly connected as well.
And one just because I felt like it:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0012s.JPG
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:46 PM
Hey all :-)
I keep finding that everything I put together needs one part I can't find so I end up going to the junkyard almost daily.. oh well...
I got shift linkage from the junker today as I was missing it lol... I installed my short shifter today :-) Here's some before and after:
Before:
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After:
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I'll need to adjust it once everything is installed.... I ran into an issue with my tranny today... the spring that holds the throw-out bearing is broken so i'll need to pull a tranny at the junkyard just for that one small piece. I also need to re-install my Gas tank... I found out I'm missing the straps that hold it so again it's a trip to the junkyard.... I also found out that I was a dumb ass and cut my fuel lines coming off the tank, at least it's easy to get new ones when I drop the tank tomorrow.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:46 PM
Hey I'm home quickly and i wanted to drop "a before i started anything picture" here it is:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/newcar%201.jpg
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:47 PM
I got the shift linkage bushings switched over today.... A long long time ago I bought them.... Post 194 (http://www.3geez.com/forum/showpost.php?p=658030&postcount=194) I think :) ...
As per the norm here is the before and after.... I couldn't find these anwhere on the internet again...
Before:
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http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI00012s.JPG
After:
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I got other work done too but mainly it was getting odds and ends from the junk yard, such as the throw out bearing spring, the straps to hold the gas tank (which suck) and the gas lines off the tank.
I can now mount the tranny to the engine! Once that's complete there will be nothing left to put on (i think) :-)
I'm getting closer............
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:47 PM
More Progress!
Tranny on :-) Starter on :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI00200s.JPG
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI00211s.JPG
Justin86's bar's installed (not all of them just the lower set) :-) I also installed all three motor mounts and the shift linkage:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI00188s.JPG
more progress later :-) I might drop in the motor in tonight if i get ambitious :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:47 PM
Going Going Going....
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YES YES YES!
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It went in like butter! Lots of room all around the motor... I know the valve cover sucks I have a new one just havn't installed it yet. I THINK I can get this started tomorrow!!!!!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:48 PM
lol yeah I was in a hurry because I was so excited about actually having the engine in...and now i'm too lazy to fix it lol.. I worked all day today from like 830 am to now 10 pm on that fricken car .... I am going ahead as planned Tomorrow April 5th I will attempt to start my car.... I am SO crossing my fingers... Interestingly I learned that we can run our own fuel lines where ever we want I bought a 25 ft length of high pressure fuel injection hose (pricey) but now I get to relocate my filter to the tank :-) (like carbed cars) ... anyway this is how it's sitting now:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0002zzs.JPG
I had to take off the header as there is a small hole that needs some welding.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:48 PM
Quick Pic:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0020ss.JPG
I'm Almost done!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:48 PM
I'm just posting a pic of the new valve cover and finished engine bay :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI000c6s.JPG
I'll try a couple things to the accord tomorrow I really needed a day off from it.
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:48 PM
I actually had one but it got stolen out of my shop :-( I have suspicions as always but no proof *sigh* So I am using this cheesy Weapon R filter and a piece of aluminum that I had in my shop... I will be buying a new cold air intake and will be routing it down thru where the battery is now. The battery will be relocated to the trunk in the near future.
I checked the main relay, replaced it and now I have power to the pump and ECU when I turn on the car, ECU is now flashing 13 red flashes indicating: BARO Sensor (Atmospheric Pressure) defective circuit or unplugged / defective sensor. It's missing lol (as this happens to little sensors over a year). I looked in the Hanes manual and it's supposed to be in the trunk... the thing is I looked in the trunk and couldn't find it in my working accord... but I'm not surprised it's a different model. I will be going to the junk yard first thing in the morning.
*Edit - I just looked in the online manual (SHOP MANUAL - HONDA ACCORD AERODECK 1986-1989 (http://www.pauldesign.ru/honda/shopmanual.html)) it says it's behind the glovebox... I'll take look tomorrow*
On that note if anyone knows if it's not in the trunk please let me know.
All in all the mistakes I've had to fix are due to inexperience and next time I will be sure to do things a little differently to avoid this same issue.
Justin86, Your rear strut tower brace didn't work quite right... I made it fit, We will see if it effects my alignment... (no offense or anything I know things aren't always perfect)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0003cs.JPG
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:49 PM
Picture update:
Rims on, whole front clip swapped over, trunk and rear bumper aswell.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0075s.jpg
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Front strut tower brace on:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0086s.jpg
That was yesterday and this is today:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0088s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0089s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0090s.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0091s.jpg
inside shot:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0080s.jpg
So yeah there it is.... I'll be throwing insurence on it as soon as I can :-P
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:49 PM
I'm SORRY!
Life's busy what can I say?
A few updates:
Replaced my Headlights:
Before:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0106s.JPG
After:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0108s.JPG
Properly installed my guage cluster.. had some extra sound dampening so I figured it wouldn't hurt:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0111s.JPG
Gauge cover:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0112s.JPG
I cut down the Gauge cover... I found it to be too big, I'll be doing a fiberglass edge on this to make it look cleaner:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0113s.JPG
I messed up while cutting this with a saw, The right side is stright but the left side has a curve in it... I'll be fixing this:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI01132s.JPG
I was playing around with a 4G spoiler, what do you think?:
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http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0102s.JPG
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OH, and I installed my prelude seats :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/DSCI0104s.JPG
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:49 PM
That last post was a horrible stealth! I think it was supposed to be lol
This is mine:
http://members.shaw.ca/michael4/st1.jpg
http://members.shaw.ca/michael4/st2.jpg
:-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:50 PM
The Reason I've not been able to work on baby....
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/20130620_185128_resized2.jpg
Too many Damn Cars and trucks!!!!
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:51 PM
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:-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-) :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:51 PM
I'm definitely going to the year to grab one I called the glass shop today and they said 500 bucks.
So I just saftied my car myself:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/20131107_183302_resized_11000pix.jpg
I found a piece of fiberglass and got inspired while I Was fixing one of my doors...
I really really want to make fiberglass door panels... Not too hard hey?
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/fiberglass.jpg
of course this was a quick mock up too see how I could hang it from the top of the door frame but I think I could do something that would be really neat :-)
Gemini2003
11-10-2013, 03:51 PM
Had a good day :-)
Driver seat installed :-)
More mock up for the door panel done :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/mock1.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/mock2.jpg
Awesome find for $20 at the junkyard
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/rim resized.jpg
20" 5 bolt Aluminum rim
Gemini2003
12-16-2013, 02:22 PM
Please Do not post in this thread :-)
Haha no no I wasn't trying to pass it myself i wanted to know what I needed to fix before bringing it in lol
Got some much needed TLC done today
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/20131111_123230_resized_1.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/20131111_142924_resized_1.jpg
Gemini2003
12-16-2013, 02:23 PM
Please do not post in this thread
So Yeah Update:
Horn is fixed,
Blower motor is kind of running.... I think it's toast and needs replacement... sounds like a whole tree is in side the blower motor lol
AND I relocated my battery :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/relocated.jpg
I just need to fix my fuel lines now :-) and switch my tires over... Not much left!
Gemini2003
01-19-2014, 11:27 AM
A little picture update:
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/battery.jpg
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/battery2.jpg
I Know I Need to be using a different battery that's the the mounting isn't permanent yet.
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/headlightdone.jpg
My passenger headlight was damaged. Replaced :-)
I also re-installed the ducting under the dash, confirmed it's defrosting my window now :-)
Gemini2003
01-19-2014, 11:27 AM
I found out that the tires and rims on my 02 accent fit our cars .... Bonus! Means I save a hundred bucks on getting new tires as I had an extra set on rims in storage :-) I had to replace tires anyway to pass safety :-)
http://geminiwebhosting.ca/images2/2014-01-06 01.59.26s.jpg
So beautiful here today... got to roll the car out and start her up... Brought it up to temp and the heater blew warm air on the window!! so now I'm guaranteed 100% done finished without a doubt now haha felt good to get this project off the list :-)
After I finished that Lordco called My fuel line fasteners/hose clamps came in :-)
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So, the car is jacked up and I'm ready to start securing the fuel line.... almost done :-)
Gemini2003
01-19-2014, 11:27 AM
Poo.
Just figured out I have something I Need to complete first before putting my fuel lines back in.
All the rust repair I did ( wheel well front passenger tire, Floor pan under read driver passenger feet) ..... well I didn't complete it all apparently (now that i"m crawling under to secure fuel lines >:-\ ).
So now I have to go to Lordco once again and purchase Rubberized Undercoating in a spray can. This way I can fill in the one spot and eventually cover everything up so none the wiser :-)
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Gemini2003
01-19-2014, 11:28 AM
Before
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Before (Sanded)
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First Coat
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Second Coat:
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Mostly Dry:
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Rear Passenger floorpan underside Sanded and ready to be sprayed
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First coat
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It's drying... or was when I left the house today :-)
So after doing these area's I now have to coat the entire underside of the car to make these spots blend in :-) Looks good tho :-)
Gemini2003
01-19-2014, 11:28 AM
Driver Side Front Before Clean
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Driver Side after (wet)
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Driver Rear Before Clean
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Driver Rear after (wet)
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I know like who cares right? haha posting pictures keeps me motivated :-)
Gemini2003
01-19-2014, 11:28 AM
Rear Passenger wheel well done.
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Just need to finish spraying the underbody and then I can attempt to secure the fuel lines :-)
Hopefully I'll have this done tomorrow.
Gemini2003
01-19-2014, 11:28 AM
Well the rest of the car is sprayed, thank goodness we are breaking heat records here in Kelowna! +15c here yesterday (59 Fahrenheit you Americans :-P)
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Gemini2003
01-19-2014, 11:28 AM
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^Front passenger side looking back
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^front driver side looking back
Gemini2003
01-19-2014, 11:29 AM
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From the fuel rail going through the Firewall
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Down to the left under the insulation along the bottom of the door.
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All secured all the way to the back, Used a small drill bit and self tapping skrews
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Pops through under the rear passenger seat
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I moved the fuel filter to the Gas Tank, I dont know why it's just not under the hood anymore lol
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I had 3 extra fasteners, This is the positive power cord running on the passenger side of course :-) It's just sitting loose here no battery...
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Temporarily ran like this I had lots of extra 2ga Power wire
So i'm basically done. I have more Rubberized sound dampener so that is what I'm going to finish today... put the wheels back on and go for a test drive
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