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Calabek
12-09-2013, 12:46 AM
Heyo everyone! My name is Calabek (pronounced TS-UH-LUH-BEK), I'm 21 and currently living in South Australia, Australia. I'm a full time student, but at the time of making this thread I have about 2 and a half months left for holidays.

Last week (01-12-13) I came across an Aerodeck for sale in Queensland (about 2,100kms from my current residence) so I called the guy and told him I'd take it, regardless of problems. The 86-89 Aerodeck has been my number 1 favourite car ever since I saw Marvin (http://www.3geez.com/forum/accord-pics-videos/77685-1988-aerodeck.html) a few years back. Crazy_C completely inspired me with his Aerodeck and from that moment I knew I had to have one!

The Aerodeck is my 3rd Accord. My first Accord was a CB. See here (http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/Untitled-6.jpg). I crashed it (see here (http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3733.jpg))... it's so sad as it was my first car.

My second Accord I still currently own and love to bits. See here (http://sphotos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/980935_675599359125012_2015033417_o.jpg), here (http://sphotos-b.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/1421276_465834740203678_950068052_o.jpg) and here (https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/1456559_688093911208890_1066586315_n.jpg).

So, onto the Aerodeck. The Aerodeck is an 87 model, as of posting this thread I haven't actually seen it in person, but I have plenty of photos to share. It's been imported from Japan, B18A with 160,xxxkms, it has OEM rain guards, OEM mats and the power folding mirrors. Apparently there's a bit of rust in the hatch, and some on the front passenger side pillar. I've been told the pop-up lights don't pop-up, the interior is pretty mint and it comes with old registration papers (which is a huge thing for me because it's extremely hard to register imports here). I've done some research and I believe it's the only one in the whole of Australia (yay!) I bought the car for $800AUD and have organised for it to be shipped down which cost me $469AUD. My plan is to restore it, keep it looking extremely 80s, not stanced, moreso sleeper and to use it as a daily instead of my CD5. Onto the pictures!

These are pictures I was sent by the seller and my uncle who lives in Queensland. When it arrives (ETA: 30/12/13) I will take some better ones.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/1016818_697144816970466_485606851_n_zps5e8f64c4.jp g
^front

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/PJ040_zps5c62167a.jpg
^rear

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/PJ044_zpse55f162e.jpg
^bit of rust on the front pillar (I think it's rust?)

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/PJ041_zps8e4ded2f.jpg
^side/ass

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/PJ042_zps6d4f84be.jpg
^pic of the hatch, not too sure what's going on here. looks levered up.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/PJ043_zps0ffe188a.jpg
^sunroof still works!

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/PJ0482_zps9177ea45.jpg
^build plate

It's definitely going to take some time, but I'm willing to put in the time for this car. It's my number 1 favourite, so why not?

When it arrives I'll be giving it a major service (because even though it runs, you never know). As for modifications and other plans;

Modifications / Repairs to come :
~ winky - sleepy eye mod
~ paint (b523p / b89p) - rust
~ wheels - 15"or16"
~ smoked corners
~ general restoration
~ fender indicators
~ 35% tint
~ change ALL lights to white (cluster, interior, climate, headlights)
~ Audio (speakers, amp, stereo, slimline sub)
~ Aerodeck symbol on the back hatch
~ paint / replace cluster needles to red / led green red
~ polish / remove scratches on tail lights (polishing kit) Headlight Restoration - Wetsanding and Polishing HD - YouTube (http://tinyurl.com/lcr8lfc)
~ e32 front lip + cd5 94-95 lip?
~ wire tuck engine bay
~ 2 rear fogs
~ alarm
~ sticker on top of windshield "TEAM ホンダアコード" http://tinyurl.com/l3gzlar http://tinyurl.com/m48n4up

I wanna give it the cool features of a modern car (awesome audio, a safe alarm and further up-to-date technologies, but hide them so it looks completely stock)

Money spent so far :
Cost of car = $800AUD
Shipping = $469AUD
Service parts = $462AUD
Modifications =
Repairs =
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Total = $1,731AUD

So yeah, I hope to be on 3Geez for a while, updating this thread as much as possible.
Any questions, comments of feedback, don't hesitate. :)

carotman
12-09-2013, 07:19 PM
B18A and window visors.

That's a nice car you got there.

Dr_Snooz
12-12-2013, 07:20 PM
Looks like fun. Welcome!

Calabek
12-14-2013, 10:46 PM
B18A and window visors.

That's a nice car you got there.
Haha thank you. :) From what I can tell the B18A is the rarer of the two, correct?
I've seen quite a few window visors on people's 3geez in this forum.


Looks like fun. Welcome!
Thanks. :)

Calabek
12-17-2013, 06:03 PM
http://sphotos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1476052_702967689721512_484333470_n.jpg

Bought a bunch of service parts last Sunday.

Battery Century,
Oil Penrite 10w-50 (might take it back and change over for 15w-40),
Coolant Tectaloy 90+,
Camshaft, Alt., PS and A/C belts,
Radiator Cap,
Oil and Fuel filters (Repco and Ryco respectively), and
Spark Plugs NGK.

I also put a bunch of parts on order which will arrive tomorrow (16/12/13).

Air filter Ryco,
Top Radiator Hose, and
Lead Set TopGun,

It's a bit of a weird list. I work for an automotive spare parts place in Australia, so I got this stuff relatively cheap. Unfortunately no specific listings for the Aerodeck B18A, so I found listings for the Integra B18A. I hope they're the same. I will find out soon, I guess. Hahaha!

I'm hoping this will cover the basics, but I might order some more stuff next time I'm in work. My main goal now is to get it registered so I can legally drive it. :)

Stay tuned. :nervous:

Calabek
12-21-2013, 10:21 PM
More parts:

http://sphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/1003575_707620405922907_449456801_n.jpg

Top Gun Heavy Duty lead set,
Top radiator hose,
Air Filter Ryco.

Calabek
12-22-2013, 07:47 PM
Got a call from the shipping company earlier today and the car should be delivered tomorrow between 8am - midday.

I'm very excited :D I'll update with some shots tomorrow. :)

Calabek
12-23-2013, 03:40 PM
It's here ! It's arrived !

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There are a few small rust spots, nothing major. Digital climate control works beautifully, door and boot seals are in good condition, engine runs well, ONE light pops up. It needs some work until it's up to a presentable spec, but I think it's a great base to start from. :)

Calabek
12-23-2013, 09:19 PM
Here are some closer up photos of some details I missed in the excitement.

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^I think this is an old rego sticker from Japan. Not 100% though.

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The interior is fairly mint! A few trim pieces sticking out, or missing, but easily fixed.

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^An underhood insulation piece. I'd like to assume these are rare (as are for the CD5s)

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^This was on the pocket of the visor. I wonder what it could say...

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^Some stickers, getting old...

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^Map/Reading light. I assume this is a rare piece too. I don't see any on eBay, and it's in the JDM brochure as an optional extra.

Dr_Snooz
12-24-2013, 08:42 PM
zOMG!! Factory window visors. Digital climate control. Folding mirrors. Map lights. Even hood insulation. About the only thing you're missing is the digital dash. The car is an unbelievable haul of JDM goodness. I had no idea when I first saw the pics. Keep this car and love it tenderly. It's a rare specimen.

Calabek
12-25-2013, 02:54 AM
zOMG!! Factory window visors. Digital climate control. Folding mirrors. Map lights. Even hood insulation. About the only thing you're missing is the digital dash. The car is an unbelievable haul of JDM goodness. I had no idea when I first saw the pics. Keep this car and love it tenderly. It's a rare specimen.
Haha, thanks. I'm surprised at the goodies too!
Unhappy that I missed out on the Digi-Dash that AccordB20A sold recently :/ But oh well. MAYBE I'll get lucky and another one will appear. :)

As for today's update;

http://sphotos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/q71/s720x720/601641_709061869112094_29639796_n.jpg

BOTH POP-UP LIGHTS NOW WORK! :D Turns out the connector that controls them was just unplugged, so I plugged it back in and we're good to go! :)

I also cleaned up 95% of the leaves, dirt and cobwebs in the engine and it looks rather good. Both pop-up lights now work (which saves me money on buying a new light motor), there are a few... suspicious things I need to look into with the motor, but the main thing is that it runs. I also vacuumed the interior and it looks mint as fuck ! the carpet came out beautiful, all the seats came out amazing and I'm really happy with it. :) Tomorrow after work I'll get into dusting and lubricating the dash.

Calabek
12-25-2013, 10:40 PM
Here's some more stuff I picked up today;

https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/q77/s720x720/1476106_709663435718604_1492493918_n.jpg

Globes, some glue for some broken trim pieces (temporary until I source some parts - which will be near impossible :( ), radiator flush, oil flush, some cleaning products for the interior, some rust converter and some authentic Japanese Pocky from one of my regular customers. :3

Dr_Snooz
12-26-2013, 09:37 PM
WTH is Pocky?

Calabek
12-27-2013, 01:08 AM
WTH is Pocky?
"Pocky is a Japanese snack food produced by Ezaki Glico. Pocky was first sold in 1966, and consists of chocolate-coated biscuit sticks."
These are authentic ones. They taste amazing, and the company doesn't skimp on the chocolate. We have an Australia, knock-off brand here and they taste horrible :(

Calabek
12-30-2013, 06:22 AM
So a small update. :) I've been spending a lot of time cleaning the interior and it has come up really mint! I have a few problems, but I think I'll be able to handle them. :)

I have a few pics here if you want to see:
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3109_zps6942e6b3.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3108_zps7ab5ec51.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3106_zps95bb7627.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3104_zpsd74439eb.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3100_zps94485682.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3099_zps8ff81837.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3088_zps0a983547.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3087_zpsee4c1c0f.jpg

Nothing special yet. Only done the vacuuming, and cleaned the dash, doors and center console. I still have to apply the lube :P

Here's some pictures of rust. Nothing major I guess. A bit worrying that they're both on parts that are very hard to replace (the door and hatch). But I'll drop them off to a body repairer as my body repair knowledge is... none.
The 1st and 2nd picture are of the same rust spot.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3073_zps9c640dda.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3075_zps0486932a.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3074_zps90949051.jpg

Apart from that, I replaced a couple globes and I've started thinking about paint colours. I wanted to stick with OEM colours, and I was thinking something light / bright so scratches won't show up as easily. I don't see the point of getting a brand new paint job of black if I'm only going to see scratches after the first trip. :/ Not to mention keeping it clean.

Here's a compiled list of the OEM colours: OEM colors - The 3geez Wiki (http://3geez.wiki-tv.com/Available_colors)
I was thinking maybe Sonic Blue Metallic Clearcoat, B-33MZ? Here's what it looks like on a hatch:

http://3geez.wiki-tv.com/w/images/6/63/B-33mz.jpg

What do you guys think? My dad thinks I should repaint it the same colour as it is now as the interior of the doors, engine bay and other visible painted areas are already black. :/ But yeah. What do you guys think?

Dr_Snooz
12-30-2013, 06:55 PM
I've been spending a lot of time cleaning the interior and it has come up really mint!

I don't know, I could totally see a dust mote in that third pic. LOL. The car looks amazing.

You have a dash warning light that we don't have here. The upper left-most light looks to be a catalytic converter warning light. Do you know what it's for?

As for paint color, I don't think dark blue is enough different to justify the bother. I'm not sure what you're planning for the car, but given the condition, options and rarity of the car, I would be shooting for a numbers matching full restoration. That one is probably going to be worth a lot of money some day as-is. It will be worth even more if you find a way to preserve the original paint.

Calabek
12-30-2013, 11:37 PM
I don't know, I could totally see a dust mote in that third pic. LOL. The car looks amazing.

You have a dash warning light that we don't have here. The upper left-most light looks to be a catalytic converter warning light. Do you know what it's for?

As for paint color, I don't think dark blue is enough different to justify the bother. I'm not sure what you're planning for the car, but given the condition, options and rarity of the car, I would be shooting for a numbers matching full restoration. That one is probably going to be worth a lot of money some day as-is. It will be worth even more if you find a way to preserve the original paint.

Haha, yeah well, you should of seen the vents prior to my work on them. :P Filthy as ever, with leaves and small twigs inside :(
thank you. :)

Uhm, I don't remember exactly what it's for, but I believe it's connected to a heat sensor that's attached to the heat shield for the extractors? I could be wrong, but I think that's what it's for... I will do some more research and get back to you :)

Yeah, you raise a good point.
I don't intend on selling the car down the track, but you do raise an interesting point. Maybe I should just keep it black and try my magic on bringing up the existing paint as best I can. Multiple areas will need to be sanded down (where I can see rust has just been painted over) to remove it, leaving a smooth body line. I figured I might end up having to respray anyway. I was I just don't want to deal with a dirty car all the time as well as having scratches show up quite easily. :/

Calabek
01-05-2014, 10:45 PM
Been busy lately. Too many excuses to be honest. I did however finish cleaning the interior. Just need to clean the glass, give it another vacuum, polish the plastics and give it a once over with some shine and it'll be looking extremely mint. :D I also managed to recover some random trim pieces and find homes for them, which is awesome as it saves me having to find them second hand :P

So today I kicked things into gear. I put it up on jack stands, drained the old fuel out (as requested by my dad), changed the oil, the oil filter, the leads, the plugs, the battery, all the fuses in the engine bay, general cleaning as I went through, and the fuse index sticker ontop of the fuse cover was peeling, so I cleaned both surfaces and glued it back on.

out of all this, the only picture I managed to take was one of the old spark plugs.
LOL. Sorry. I didn't think the other stuff was too important to take a photo.
I'll also provide a picture of before and after of the jdm fuse box index sticker. I managed to find a picture of the engine bay and zoom in, then take one of the work I did and put them next to each other. Very happy I could salvage it, cause I doubt I'd get my hands on another one. :P

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1505098_715112805173667_1280238245_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/q71/s720x720/1488109_715146155170332_645976422_n.jpg

Calabek
01-13-2014, 02:11 AM
I raided a local wreckyard a couple days ago. There was only an old CA5 hatch there. I grabbed multiple screws, the oil cap, the remaining switches (demister, headlights and dimmer) as well as a dash mat (to suit blue interior - I'll dye it or something to suit mine), fuse box lid (no sticker), heater hose and the exhaust manifold cover (which turned out not to fit). I also got some parkers. One of them was in bad condition (as in faded) and I thought it would be alright but when I got home they looked terrible. I'll just save them as spares and buy some JDM ones after I pass inspection.

Here's a picture of the stuff I bought :
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/1517540_718449058173375_1097290280_n_zps44cc3550.j pg

I also put the car up on 4 jack stands so I could get a better look at everything. It all looks okay, brakes will need replacing, calipers need a respray. There is however some damage to the chassis where it looks like someone has tried to jack it up from there. Here's a picture. My dad seems to think we can drop it off to someone and it'll be as simple as welding an L piece there. Unfortunately, this is a MUST fix before inspection, otherwise it will not pass.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/1511159_718449004840047_1652400437_n_zps1b035942.j pg

And the brakes :
front - http://tinyurl.com/pbwh52o
rear - http://tinyurl.com/otb53by

Apart from that I've dropped the coolant, found a few replacement bolts for rusted ones, I've managed to take off the bumper, pull apart the thermostat housing. So yeah, moving a long slowly. Still a bit of work to do.

MrSalty
01-13-2014, 04:38 PM
Looks sweet bro! Very unique. Keep letting us know what's up!

Calabek
01-13-2014, 10:35 PM
Looks sweet bro! Very unique. Keep letting us know what's up!

Thank you. :)
And yes, will do. Can't wait to get it registered so I can begin spending money on rare parts and modifications. :)

Civic Accord Honda
01-14-2014, 05:53 PM
love the car! aerodecks are my favourite 3gee and i hope to import one here to the states one day! your doing good work on her and shes coming out mint :)

Calabek
01-15-2014, 05:36 AM
love the car! aerodecks are my favourite 3gee and i hope to import one here to the states one day! your doing good work on her and shes coming out mint :)

Yeah, it sucks these cars did not come out in more places.
Haha, thank you. If you do import one to the states, make sure you get a second one. This car is the most orphan car in that parts are extremely hard to track down! I'm just glad most of mine is there. :P

bscanlan
01-18-2014, 03:49 AM
Just now read this thread. Love the car and it's uniqueness. I am enjoying your progress; keep it up.

Snooz is right about the color , but if you have to take care of rust anyway...might as well make it just what you want. At least the bay and all sills could stay black if you drastically change the color. I just painted and it would have been worlds easier not to have to disassemble the car so much. Guess I am just lazy.


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Calabek
01-18-2014, 05:34 AM
Just now read this thread. Love the car and it's uniqueness. I am enjoying your progress; keep it up.

Snooz is right about the color , but if you have to take care of rust anyway...might as well make it just what you want. At least the bay and all sills could stay black if you drastically change the color. I just painted and it would have been worlds easier not to have to disassemble the car so much. Guess I am just lazy.


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Haha thanks, the uniqueness is what drew me to the car also. :) There is really no other car like it, even the 3geez. It differs from them quite a lot.
And especially in Australia, there is no vehicle on our roads that looks like this car.

Yeah, I kind of like the black-gold combo. It's grown on me lately. :) Besides, this is just sexy ;)

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/91000161_zps044ce8b3.jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/34149603_zps2c23be89.jpg

Unfortunately we've been hitting 45C everyday for the last week or so, and today was our first day below 40C. It's hard to work on the car in such extreme heat.
I'm hoping this week I can gather quotes on how much it will be to repair the chassis. Tomorrow I'll be returning some incorrect parts to work and hopefully picking up some new ones :)

My impatience is growing though. I'd really just like to start modifying !!!

Ricarlos
01-23-2014, 05:06 AM
looks great!
It is far to high but I guess you'll lower it later :D
Your second Accord as you call it is also very sexy.

Calabek
01-23-2014, 05:45 PM
looks great!
It is far to high but I guess you'll lower it later :D
Your second Accord as you call it is also very sexy.

Hahah thank you :D
I do plan on lowering it. I'm not too sure how much, but I'd prefer to get some adjustable coilovers over a coil/spring setup.
That way I can adjust the height, as well as getting improved performance and (hopefully) damper control for the spirited runs through the hills :D

Calabek
02-05-2014, 03:23 AM
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/1511159_718449004840047_1652400437_n_zps1b035942.j pg


I called up the local vehicle inspection agency to make sure I could fix this and still pass. They said as long as I got an engineers certificate I will be fine.
So I called up a chassis repair and body shop to get a quote and I was quoted $1,000 +GST WITH an engineers certificate.

So I'm happy and progress can continue on the Aerodeck :D

Dr_Snooz
02-05-2014, 07:35 AM
Engineer's certificate? For reals? How could that fail? Like someone would keep driving when there's a big sag in the passenger floorboard? I thought Cali smog checks were bad. That's a nice racket they have isn't it? Here, you'd give your buddy a six-pack and have him weld it up on his lunch break. Instead, you get the lawyers and bureaucrats involved and it becomes a $1000 repair with heaps of red tape. Sheesh.

Glad you're able to get it fixed though.

Calabek
02-05-2014, 10:09 PM
Engineer's certificate? For reals? How could that fail? Like someone would keep driving when there's a big sag in the passenger floorboard? I thought Cali smog checks were bad. That's a nice racket they have isn't it? Here, you'd give your buddy a six-pack and have him weld it up on his lunch break. Instead, you get the lawyers and bureaucrats involved and it becomes a $1000 repair with heaps of red tape. Sheesh.

Glad you're able to get it fixed though.

:D long story shot, don't settle down in Australia. Cars are our biggest form of revenue raising (next to taxes of course) and the government bodies will push any means necessary to squeeze every last cent out of us. We get a $400 fine + 3 demerit points (you only get 10 and 3 back every 3 years) if we're even caught with our phone in our hand. :/

Anyway, I'm not gonna rage on about that. I have some rather good news. The old owner of the Aerodeck finally sent through the books and paper work ! :D I now have the original jdm owners manual as well as rego papers from 02-11 and service receipts from 02-11. All the stuff I thought might break (axles, alt., brake master cylinder) have already been replaced within the last 20,000-30,000kms :D

https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/t1/p180x540/1901231_731547026863578_1337880337_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1/p180x540/1897841_731546990196915_296587484_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/t1/p180x540/1656097_731546966863584_34167657_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1/p180x540/1689097_731546933530254_656638370_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/t1/p180x540/1506013_731546903530257_337610219_n.jpg

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/t1/p180x540/1623691_731546886863592_1133266890_n.jpg

'A20A3'
02-11-2014, 02:51 PM
Awesome manual! The Aerodeck has and always will be the coolest Accord ever built

Calabek
02-11-2014, 03:18 PM
Awesome manual! The Aerodeck has and always will be the coolest Accord ever built

Thanks man. :)
Yeah I couldn't agree with you more. The uniqueness of it just stands out from all other models ! :D

Calabek
02-12-2014, 01:11 AM
So I had seen this parking pole on eBay 2 days ago and it was "Auction Only". So I spent the last 2 days keeping a good eye on it and it had one bid when I saw it which was $150.00US (and shipping was $40.00US) so at the last 2 minutes I bid $153.50US and won! :D Very VERY happy with this purchase. Although no one on my facebook seems to agree or understand :P It's the whole set too (wiring, pole, button and the led works as well as the pole). I think it will look great on the Aerodeck. :) a very nice addition!

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I also have my eyes on something EXTREMELY rare. Perhaps even the rarest 3G option in the entire catalogue.
I'll be updating this space soon with more info. ;)

Calabek
02-23-2014, 07:33 PM
Hey guys, here's a bit of an update.

I managed to scrape the crust off around the thermostat housing and put a new thermostat in.
I've bought replacement front pads and discs as well as ordered some rear drums and shoes earlier today.
I also bought some black caliper paint. I plan on painting the side of the discs and also the hats of the discs and drums so they don't rust.
Today my parking pole came in which I'm most pleased about. :) Pole, wiring, button and mount. I also made a short video of how it works.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hF2iAj1I--s

Apart from that nothing else has changed. I did do some minor cleaning around the block and thermostat area (getting a lot of the gunge off) but unfortunately I have plenty more left.
I also found some more rust. However, I'm so close to getting it registered, I can taste it! :D

Hazwan
02-26-2014, 06:34 AM
Nice score with the pole!

Calabek
02-28-2014, 05:59 PM
Over the last week I have been tackling the brakes and I'm pretty much there. Only have to bleed the brakes and replace a few screws I may have shredded. :P

So I replaced the old discs, pads, shoes and drums and surprisingly ATP (who supplies our brakes at Repco) managed to sort me out in less than 5 minutes with the correct part numbers and parts. So I got them home, I painted the drums black (to ensure they wouldn't rust like the old ones), I also painted the hats on the discs and the sides of the discs (so they wouldn't rust). As I took off the old parts I also took the time to wire wheel off all the rust on the dust covers for the pads and the calipers. I painted them afterwards to make sure they wouldn't rust again. I also took advantage of everything being off and sanded and painted the rear dust cover of the discs so it blended a little nicer. Here are some pics. oh! and I also put some de-squeak paste on the brake pad dust cover just to make sure

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There's honestly not a whole much left to do. I was talking to a couple of managers at work and they say the amount of work I'm putting in is unnecessary to get it passed inspection, but I think it's better to do the work while the car is off the road, on jack stands, as opposed to my excitement taking over and never getting around to these small details. My goal is end of march, but with uni starting up this coming week I feel it may be closer to end of april.

Dr_Snooz
02-28-2014, 07:37 PM
Looks super!

AccordB20A
03-02-2014, 01:05 AM
looks good man. i cannot find that damn badge sorry. I have the one in my gfs car but it has damage from someone prying it with a screwdriver.

Calabek
03-02-2014, 01:55 AM
Looks super!


looks good man. i cannot find that damn badge sorry. I have the one in my gfs car but it has damage from someone prying it with a screwdriver.

Thanks guys. :)

Are you willing to sell it ? :o If so can you send me a photo ? :)

MessyHonda
03-02-2014, 07:10 AM
Wow you have been restoring this beauty since the day you got it. Welcome to the 3G addiction. I like your updates and they way you are taking care of your aero deck.

Calabek
03-02-2014, 04:02 PM
Wow you have been restoring this beauty since the day you got it. Welcome to the 3G addiction. I like your updates and they way you are taking care of your aero deck.

thanks man I'm in love with this car. :D

Calabek
03-14-2014, 01:54 AM
been a somewhat big week. I've started uni again so I'm pretty fucked most days.
but I did manage to get new tires this week (nothing special, just some cheapies to get me through till I can afford some watanabes), I bled the brakes and they're pretty on point now, I took the aero off the stands and it's now sitting on the tires, put the bumper and latch back on, and today I got out there and washed it. In 7 hours all I managed to do was wash it, clay bar it and polish the hood. Little to say I'm unhappy with my effort and wish I had more time. I still need to polish all other parts of the car as well as apply a wax. However, it was probably best I'd stopped as all my towels were dirty and need to be washed.

The good news is, my bonnet is now pretty damn shiny! it looks amazing!
The bad news is, I started the car today. It seems to spike straight to 2,000-2,500rpm and just keep climbing and I really don't know why. It got to 3,000rpm in about 30 seconds and then I turned the car off. I turned the car back on to check if it would do it again, and it did. So I turned the car off and won't turn it on again just in case I'm causing damage somehow. Does anyone have any ideas ?

Also, here are photos of the bonnet. Need to do the roof soon too.

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I'm sorry my photos are so shitty. I had to take them with my phone as I broke my DSLR lens a few weeks back and haven't had the funds available to replace it. :/ Also, there's a little section on the front of the bonnet close to the driver's side. you can see it has not come up clear like the rest, I think it's too far gone to save it. It has a very leathery feel to it. anyway, that's all for now. I was hoping to have it booked into an exhaust shop and chassis repair shop by today, but hadn't had the time. I will finish cleaning it monday and perhaps book in too (as I'm working all weekend). I might drop the car off tuesday sometime which means in a week or two it will be registered. :) hooray!!!

Dr_Snooz
03-15-2014, 08:39 PM
That patch is very strange. I wonder what caused it.

79cord
03-29-2014, 09:54 PM
Wow, glad to see there's an Aerodeck here!
Surprised you're not upgrading to rear discs while Accords are still about in wreakers. 3g's definately getting rare in general & finding them will only get harder.
Must repair my CR-X floor rails for similar damage after clowns @ a panel shop jacked up my passenger floor, certainly won't be paying for someone else to do it!

Calabek
03-30-2014, 08:00 PM
Wow, glad to see there's an Aerodeck here!
Surprised you're not upgrading to rear discs while Accords are still about in wreakers. 3g's definately getting rare in general & finding them will only get harder.
Must repair my CR-X floor rails for similar damage after clowns @ a panel shop jacked up my passenger floor, certainly won't be paying for someone else to do it!

Funny you mention this, the thought crossed my mind but I thought I will just bring it back as to stock for the inspection and then go about modifying and changing things. :)
I was also unsure if the parts were interchangeable ? I assume they will be because all the shocks are interchangeable through the 3G range (sedan, coupe, wagon and hatch).

79cord
04-01-2014, 11:03 PM
Totally agree getting the car sorted should be first priority, modifications second. Especially if it will take time to find the bits.

Calabek
04-02-2014, 04:49 AM
Totally agree getting the car sorted should be first priority, modifications second. Especially if it will take time to find the bits.

WOW. I only just realised you are from Melbourne. Howdy neighbour! hahaha!
Do you know the website OzHonda? I actually found it for sale on there ! The seller was in NSW !

Mhm :3 Speaking of 'taking time to find bits' I found someone who owns a brand new set of Mugen Variable Suspension for the Aerodeck. However he is unwilling to sell. :( Which sucks so much :(

Dr_Snooz
04-04-2014, 06:54 PM
Jeepers. That's like finding a guy who owns a pink unicorn. Good luck getting it out of him.

Calabek
04-04-2014, 11:20 PM
Jeepers. That's like finding a guy who owns a pink unicorn. Good luck getting it out of him.

Mhm. Thanks for the luck. At the moment he doesn't want to give them up. He doesn't know what car they're for, but the part number corresponds with a JDM brochure I found. He's keeping them because he knows they're rare :P I think the only way I'll get them from him is if I found something SB3 Civic related to trade. But his car is already super stacked. I feel there is no hope :(

Dr_Snooz
04-05-2014, 05:39 AM
It's not completely hopeless. If he was running them on an Aerodeck he owns and loves, then it'd be hopeless. Right now it's difficult. The parts are something taking storage space that he keeps tripping over and the wife keeps hassling him about. I don't know the guy, but I'd expect some combination of "hey I can use those, they're just taking up space in your place, there aren't a lot of Aerodecks left, if you hold on to them long enough, there won't be any left and the parts will be worthless, how do I change your mind?" will work.

Calabek
04-05-2014, 07:00 PM
It's not completely hopeless. If he was running them on an Aerodeck he owns and loves, then it'd be hopeless. Right now it's difficult. The parts are something taking storage space that he keeps tripping over and the wife keeps hassling him about. I don't know the guy, but I'd expect some combination of "hey I can use those, they're just taking up space in your place, there aren't a lot of Aerodecks left, if you hold on to them long enough, there won't be any left and the parts will be worthless, how do I change your mind?" will work.

I like the way you think ;) I will get my friend to have another chat to him, but at the moment we don't want to disclose what car they're for. He doesn't know how keen I am to buy them so we're hoping we can get him to let them go and at a cheap price. :)

Calabek
04-12-2014, 02:31 AM
I have been working hard at uni lately and have had less and less time for the Aerodeck. But I temporarily fixed the idle problem. It was the cold start mechanism sticking shut, so I disabled it for now so I can register the vehicle and it seems to sit steady at about 600 - 700rpm :)

I also bought this parts book. Every single part number I could ever want + break downs of every component. It has already been worth the $50 I spent on it :)

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I took the Aerodeck out for our first drive today too. Only around the block to test the brakes and to make sure it runs correctly. It is amazing, I am utterly and hopelessly in love with this car. It's smooth, the engine runs well, it's got a unique Japanese feel to it! It's just PERFECT! :D I cannot wait until I get it registered and use it as a daily!

I took advantage of it being out and took some photos !

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04-12-2014, 02:32 AM
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Calabek
04-12-2014, 02:32 AM
I also took a short video of how the JDM digital climate control works. I couldn't find any videos of it online and found very few pictures of it so I thought I would post one. :) It's very cool!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvNOS4Zl2ng

I suppose that's all there is to update at the moment. :)

Dr_Snooz
04-12-2014, 07:27 AM
What a beautiful tree lined street! Around here, people cut down any tree that dares grow over 10' tall. We have summer temps above 110F but if a tree drops a leaf on someone's driveway, it comes down. :duh:

Car is looking good too!

AccordB20A
04-12-2014, 11:18 PM
At least its got a few good options on it (Y)

Calabek
04-13-2014, 01:56 AM
What a beautiful tree lined street! Around here, people cut down any tree that dares grow over 10' tall. We have summer temps above 110F but if a tree drops a leaf on someone's driveway, it comes down. :duh:

Car is looking good too!

Haha thanks. The trees are actually a pain in the ass. They drop berries that have nuts in them throughout winter and they get stuck in our tires... :( They are very hard to remove.

Oh yeah we have a lot of places like this here. You'll generally find either the people here are too lazy to get annoying trees removed, or our government is too lazy to do it :P


At least its got a few good options on it (Y)

Mhm :) I'm most happy with the digital climate. I would be happy with the power folding mirrors too, but I think the mechanisms are shot. Neither fold in, however I can hear the passenger side TRY to pull in. It's a real shame :( Oh well... I will try to source some replacement power folding mirrors in the future.

AccordB20A
04-13-2014, 02:36 AM
pull the mirrors apart and lube them up you may be able to revive them.

i have a spare set if you are interested.

Calabek
04-13-2014, 03:51 AM
pull the mirrors apart and lube them up you may be able to revive them.

i have a spare set if you are interested.

Okay, I'll try and set aside some time tomorrow to lube them. If it fails and they still don't work, I'll send you a message and see what we can organise. :) Thanks for your help, man!

Calabek
04-16-2014, 09:22 PM
After a lot of time on the phone today I found out that I cannot get insurance for this vehicle as it doesn't have a compliance 'exempt' sticker (something all imported vehicles needed to have). The reason it doesn't have one is because technically the Aero doesn't need one because it was made before 1989 which means it doesn't have to comply with the ADR (Australian Design Rules). BUT, South Australia overrides the rule with their own laws stating that cars made before 1985 don't need to comply. So I have to follow the SA law. Which means even though I don't need a sticker, apparently in SA I do... So insurance wont give me insurance for the car, but I can't drive the car without insurance. So after more time on the phone, I got an application for driving an unregistered vehicle which allows me to say "I'll be driving the vehicle from A, using roads 1, 2, 3 and 4 to get to B". It doesn't give me insurance for my car, or cover emergency crew levies in the case something happens... it just covers the other person's car.. which... was enough to get me to the chassis repair shop. :D So today I drove the Aero down to the chassis shop and the helpful owner said it should be done late next week or early the following the week. :) I must say, the drive was amazing. Very comfortable, I felt safe, I thoroughly enjoyed it. :D The shop owner's assistant also gave me a compliment and drooled for a little bit :D So win-win-win!

So after I get this done, I need to get a new muffler, and then it's off to our inspection agency for an ID check and a FULL roadworthy test (I am unhappy about this) to ensure my vehicle is up to standard with the ADRs so I can get that exempt sticker... :uh::uh: This is going to be a long and painful process... :( :(

Dr_Snooz
04-18-2014, 08:09 PM
Very comfortable, I felt safe, I thoroughly enjoyed it. :D

These cars have a way of winning you over when you drive them, don't they? You might be burned out and bummed out about the build, but a short little drive completely renews your commitment. LOL

Honda Man
04-18-2014, 08:17 PM
Holy sweet fucking 3gee amazingness! I'm in love with this car. All the options you got is crazy. 5 speed swap and it's perfect! If you get the digital gauges you will have the god of 3geez

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JohnBoy
04-18-2014, 10:01 PM
are aero decks legal to import into the us. just wondering

Calabek
04-18-2014, 11:50 PM
These cars have a way of winning you over when you drive them, don't they? You might be burned out and bummed out about the build, but a short little drive completely renews your commitment. LOL

Mhm I completely agree :) I can't imagine how pleased and overwhelmed I'll feel once I have the car pass inspection and registered :D


Holy sweet fucking 3gee amazingness! I'm in love with this car. All the options you got is crazy. 5 speed swap and it's perfect! If you get the digital gauges you will have the god of 3geez

Hehe, thanks :D
Well if you know anyone with the digital cluster, hit me up. :3 It's top of my list on items I want to own at the moment. I'm still kicking myself about missing out on the complete set AccordB20A sold earlier this year / late last year. I had only just gotten my Aerodeck and wasn't sure how often they would come up / whether it was a good price. Absolutely kicking myself now though :(

Honda Man
04-19-2014, 04:58 AM
No worries man at least next time it comes up you can snag! If I see/year anything about it I will let you know. I know for Damn sure i can't afford it :)

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Calabek
04-19-2014, 05:54 PM
No worries man at least next time it comes up you can snag! If I see/year anything about it I will let you know. I know for Damn sure i can't afford it :)

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Hehe thanks ! :)
I don't make a lot of money, but the money I do make pretty much goes into modifying and repairing cars :) #nowife

Calabek
04-23-2014, 12:53 AM
Picked up a badge for the steering wheel from AccordB20A - thanks a bunch, man :)
It'll sit where the 'H' badge is in this picture

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So this is the new badge, the first picture is when it arrived and the second picture is of a quick clean up i did with some plastic polish and regular polish (but only by hand). Unfortunately it's quite tarnished and doesn't have a nice glossy film... it's more like leather. Any ideas on how to bring it back ?

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Honda Man
04-23-2014, 04:56 AM
Oh wow I love it I've never seen a center piece like that. Sweet

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Monzta
04-23-2014, 02:29 PM
Hi Anthony,

Did you get the high revs problem sorted in the end? If so, what was it?

Glenn

Calabek
04-23-2014, 06:01 PM
Oh wow I love it I've never seen a center piece like that. Sweet
Haha, neither have I. When I saw it I HAD to buy it :D It's awesome!


Hi Anthony,

Did you get the high revs problem sorted in the end? If so, what was it?

Glenn
Hey Glenn, I did find the culprit - that being a small plunger unit that was controlling the cold start RPM. It was getting stuck and holding the cold start far too high, thus making the RPM spike. Unfortunately I haven't been able to fix it, however I have disabled it for now which means I have to be the manual cold start. :P Which I have no problem with as it will allow me to take the car from Point A to Point B. I will fix it in the future though.

Monzta
04-24-2014, 12:25 AM
Hey Glenn, I did find the culprit - that being a small plunger unit that was controlling the cold start RPM. It was getting stuck and holding the cold start far too high, thus making the RPM spike. Unfortunately I haven't been able to fix it, however I have disabled it for now which means I have to be the manual cold start. :P Which I have no problem with as it will allow me to take the car from Point A to Point B. I will fix it in the future though.

Well done, glad it was something fairly simple in the end that you can work around.

Is the car road legal and being used now?

Calabek
04-24-2014, 01:54 AM
Well done, glad it was something fairly simple in the end that you can work around.

Is the car road legal and being used now?

Unfortunately not. I did some research last week and there are tons and tons or new hurdles I have to jump through. Apparently it conforms to national law, but state law is different and I now need to try and make it conform to state law :( So instead of spending $50 - $60, I now need to spend $1,000 - $2,000 :(

Monzta
04-24-2014, 02:28 AM
That's crap mate. Bloody bureaucrats need shooting. I thought our laws were fairly stringent but yours are unnecessarily draconian.

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79cord
04-24-2014, 03:59 AM
Major headache. Would things have been much different had the car been currently registered interstate when bought?
Surely SA can't have too many unique rules compared to the rest of the country. My '89 CRX & friends Civic Ferio SiR only required proof of door side intrusion bars, Australian spec. Unleaded fuel filler cap/neck, rear child restraint anchor/mountings & I think local seatbelts (Japan sometimes only required lap belts in the rear) for Victoria.. Though we didn't do the compliancing.
I found my '87 CR-X must have been rather dubiously complianced as someone has (afterward?) cut off the factory filler neck leaving nothing to retain a cap, & somehow it was compliance as a 4-seater.. still with the Japanese lap belts in the tiny rear 'seat'.
Nearly all required parts should be available from local hatchbacks, though of course PROOF it meets requirements is more difficult/expensive than actually making sure it meets them.
Perhaps a few coats of clear over the badge, which could then be polished smooth? Great piece of history.

Calabek
04-24-2014, 05:05 AM
That's crap mate. Bloody bureaucrats need shooting. I thought our laws were fairly stringent but yours are unnecessarily draconian.

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Haha yeah it is pretty horrible over here. :( I can't talk for other states, but I have heard that my state is the worst in the country :/ Our roads are shit, our rules are shit and our police are strict... well... they don't follow the rules. It's more down to luck... whether you've caught them on a good day or not :P

Awesome picture :P


Major headache. Would things have been much different had the car been currently registered interstate when bought?
Surely SA can't have too many unique rules compared to the rest of the country. My '89 CRX & friends Civic Ferio SiR only required proof of door side intrusion bars, Australian spec. Unleaded fuel filler cap/neck, rear child restraint anchor/mountings & I think local seatbelts (Japan sometimes only required lap belts in the rear) for Victoria.. Though we didn't do the compliancing.
I found my '87 CR-X must have been rather dubiously complianced as someone has (afterward?) cut off the factory filler neck leaving nothing to retain a cap, & somehow it was compliance as a 4-seater.. still with the Japanese lap belts in the tiny rear 'seat'.
Nearly all required parts should be available from local hatchbacks, though of course PROOF it meets requirements is more difficult/expensive than actually making sure it meets them.
Perhaps a few coats of clear over the badge, which could then be polished smooth? Great piece of history.

Well, it's not necessarily the car itself that's the problem. (It's much easier explaining this to an Australian who knows the rules :P ) it's missing an exempt sticker which it never actually needed in QLD. Long story short, SA requires imports post 1985 to have one, but because no other state in Australia has this rule (as the default set by the Import Infrastructure of Australia states imports made before 1989 don't need a sticker nor do they need to comply to ADR) it never got a little sticker ... :( so now it needs to go for both an ID check and also full rwc which means i have to fix up all the little shit that's wrong with it as our inspection agencies are tough as balls :( it's extremely unheard of someone passing inspection on their first go. our state is pretty greedy (first inspection is about $180, second is $110 or $100) so most people are always back for a second inspection.

however, things like seat belts were changed when it initially hit Aus back in 02, i have both the mod plate and mod cert for proof. :) which is a plus.

as for the badge, a few of my friends have told me 2000 grit may be the best way to go, however it's not 100%, it could just scratch it up... :/ I would prefer not to mess it up. I wonder if I can find someone in SA who deals with things like this... ?

Dr_Snooz
04-24-2014, 06:20 AM
Haha yeah it is pretty horrible over here. :( I can't talk for other states, but I have heard that my state is the worst in the country :/ Our roads are shit, our rules are shit and our police are strict... well... they don't follow the rules. It's more down to luck... whether you've caught them on a good day or not :P


Welcome to the collapse of western civilization. Here, the cops are stomping around, chasing ranchers off their lands, putting Boston under martial law and shooting homeless people in the back.

It looks like your center cap is made with a textured finish. It might be as nice now as it ever was. If yo're sure you want it shiny and the finish is hard and not gummy, then I would spend an evening buffing it out with a tube of toothpaste and a Dremel tool with a buffing wheel attachment. I've never had good results trying to shine things up with sandpaper.

Calabek
08-10-2014, 05:44 PM
Hello guys it's been a while since I've given an update. Sorry about that. :/ I've started a new Facebook page I've been updating my Aerodeck on which made me a little slack to come back on 3geez. Here's the link if you want to check it out or give it a 'like': https://www.facebook.com/GaijinAerodeck
I've had a small change of direction since I last posted. I've found more rust which is a pain... and it's in the worst place of all, the hatch! I'm unsure as to whether it'll be repairable, but I am banking on the fact it will be. I plan to strip the car completely (engine, wiring, every nut, bolt and screw.. everything) and then get it completely resprayed. So pretty much starting with a straight, completely brand new paint and rust free car. :) I'm also looking at acquiring BNIB parts over second hand, however if I find something in second hand I'll generally pick it up regardless. Here's a list of what's been acquired since last time I updated.

BNIB Bosch Foglights $150USD w/o shipping:

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Calabek
08-10-2014, 05:52 PM
Cool Aerodeck Brochure $10USD w/o shipping

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JDM PFM with chrome trim, button and control box $135 w/o shipping (I have PFM at the moment, however I am under the assumption they're seized, so I will just use the mirrors. It will be good to have a spare button and control box ... just in case)

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Calabek
08-10-2014, 05:53 PM
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Accord brochure $9.60USD shipped

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Replacement Aerodeck Manual $10USD w/o shipping (top old manual, bottom new manual)

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Calabek
08-10-2014, 05:53 PM
Replacement driver's side tail light $10USD w/o shipping

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BOSE speaker covers $50USD shipped

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BNIB Parking Pole $220 w/o shipping

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Calabek
08-10-2014, 05:54 PM
Here is the rust in the tailgate. I also found out why my rear wiper wasn't working... turns out for some reason (that I really cannot understand) they chopped the plug off at the motor ... so there's just 4 or 5 wires hanging about ... hmmm...

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Repainted the rocker cover. This was before I had made the move to strip the car.

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I think that's about it. I am a little upset I won't be driving it anytime in the near future. However it will be well worth the wait to ensure all the rust is taken out and to start a fresh with awesome paint and some replaced parts. Pretty much I'm saying the paranoia will be removed of something falling off, of snapping, or breaking or rusting to pieces, etc etc.

Oh, I guess I should say this. I'm still unsure as to whether I'll do all this work and this register it, or register it and then do the work. I have a few things left on my check list to complete before it goes to get register. I guess it will depend on how I want to spend the money when I get to that point in time.

Honda Man
08-10-2014, 06:27 PM
Damn that is all freaking amazing! Props for going the long route and doing it right though!

Calabek
08-12-2014, 02:52 AM
Damn that is all freaking amazing! Props for going the long route and doing it right though!

Thanks man. :) I think it just helps to alleviate the uncertainty as to whether anything is broken or needs repairing. I would prefer to do all of my repairing first, and then play and modify freely and without worry. :)

Also, I forgot to mention, I did however get the chassis repaired;

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79cord
08-12-2014, 05:33 AM
Well looks like a neat enough job there.
I guess rusty areas of tailgate are hidden by trims so at least it will not be obvious if the repairs are not flawless, so long as they stop it getting worse.

Calabek
08-12-2014, 06:34 AM
Well looks like a neat enough job there.
I guess rusty areas of tailgate are hidden by trims so at least it will not be obvious if the repairs are not flawless, so long as they stop it getting worse.

Personally I think they did a great job. They got in, cut out the old section, welded a new one up and painted it with that zinc stuff to ensure it doesn't rust over. They got in the interior and (I can't remember how) applied force to apart of the floor that had been punched up a little bit due to the damage.

It ended up costing $1,100 however they supplied me with an engineer's report so that the inspection agency shouldn't have a problem with it. It's a tad expensive, and much more than I would of preferred to pay, however I'm confident that they did an extremely good job and that I will not have any further problems with it :)

79cord
08-13-2014, 02:32 AM
Sorry, didn't mean to imply that job was flawed. Does look good.
Just glad tailgate rust isn't obvious, always better when you don't have to worry about repairs to highly visible areas.

Calabek
08-13-2014, 04:48 PM
Sorry, didn't mean to imply that job was flawed. Does look good.
Just glad tailgate rust isn't obvious, always better when you don't have to worry about repairs to highly visible areas.

Oh, no, I didn't take it like that. :) Don't worry.
Same here. However it's one of those things that will always be in the back of mind.

almightymojo
08-14-2014, 11:48 AM
I just love your Aerodeck.
When I have the time and money I will definitely find a good example and import it.
Too bad the B20A is very hard to come by :(
The ones I have now are just for the lulz^^

Calabek
09-02-2014, 05:37 PM
I just love your Aerodeck.
When I have the time and money I will definitely find a good example and import it.
Too bad the B20A is very hard to come by :(
The ones I have now are just for the lulz^^

Oh thank you :) It's nothing yet. There's A LOT of work that needs doing. I'm so keen to drive it and get it fixed and start modifying and tinkering. It's just going to be a lot of work to get to that point. And my constant unnecessary spending doesn't help. Which brings me to my latest purchase that came in the mail today:

8176

8177

1x headlight washer button
1x air refiner button
2x washer nozzles from an EF

All for $200usd shipped. Not a bad haul, however I'm running out of button space on the dash and on the console extremely quick. I think I only have 2 or 3 free spaces in total and I already have fog lights and a parking pole ... now headlight washers ? Uh-oh ! hahahha. Maybe I will do some custom fabrication to allow for one or two more buttons. Nothing fancy or too extravagant, just something that looks stock and would be glazed over by someone who doesn't know about 3geez.

Not to get my hopes up just yet, but a member on this forum has 2 Aerodecks from the UK and had an accident in one of them recently. He split his washer bottle and said providing things go well with the insurance company, he might be inclined to sell it to me - which ultimately means I don't need to hack up my own and just repair his. :)

I was also looking at twin pot front calipers on eBay and unfortunately there's only one seller, and he's asking like $165USD w/o shipping. So expensive. I was hoping to take them for $100 :/ I messaged him and he won't budge.

sam_dd
01-11-2015, 09:03 AM
How about some news ? :D

Calabek
01-11-2015, 07:29 PM
How about some news ? :D

News ! Here's an update. My Aerodeck has a new modification. DUST! hahaha :(

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/10934501_913894431962169_1456493498_n_zps35a23e35. jpg

No news. For the last 3 months I have been vigorously saving for a trip to Europe, and I have succeeded. I leave tomorrow actually. :) I'll be visiting Spain, Netherlands, Poland, Norway, Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Estonia and Lithuania. I'll be gone for a month, however when I return I will be working my butt off to get this car in top shape. I'm almost considering selling my other Accord to pay for the things I need to make the Aero look top !

Interior is mint as fuck though ! Just pieces here and there missing for troubleshooting. The indicators work, but the hazard switch does not. So the steering column is off. The rear wiper doesn't work so all the trim pieces around the hatch are off (someone cut off the original plug and didn't reconnect it, so it's a matter of soldering 8 wires together). Speaker cover is missing as I got some cool 'BOSE' speaker covers I want to put on.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/10928092_913894398628839_460864322_n_zpse42785a2.j pg

Yesterday I did get out there and try to stick the small trim piece back on that covers the hatch (so I could at least try to pass registration when I got back from Europe). Both driver's side clips are broken and so the only way I thought of getting it back on was by industrial strength double-sided tape and weights to ensure it adhered. It's definitely a temporary solution. The trim piece was bent as fuck too, so I put it in a vice to try and fold it back to it's original shape, but, only semi-succeeded. It still looks pretty bent, but the hatch now opens and closes with no requirement to stick my fingers on the trim pieces to push it down.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/10934465_913894381962174_820583265_n_zpsc80df306.j pg

Apart from that. Nothing is going on. T_T
This year it'll be an intense year for the Aero. Big stuff planned with time prevailing.

Dr_Snooz
01-11-2015, 08:19 PM
Have fun. Can't wait to see what's in store for the Aero!

Calabek
01-12-2015, 07:45 PM
Have fun. Can't wait to see what's in store for the Aero!

Thanks, I'm quite excited :)

sam_dd
02-25-2015, 10:20 AM
Did you get back from Europe yet ?

Calabek
02-27-2015, 07:01 AM
Did you get back from Europe yet ?

Yes, I returned 2 weeks ago :)
It was amazing! I'm broke though, so the saving starts. I set myself a goal too. I want the Aerodeck to be finished and used as my daily within 1 month. I have 29 days left :3 I got it planned... if no problems I will complete my goal in 3 weeks

Calabek
03-07-2015, 08:18 PM
I've got that update you've all been waiting for :)

So, as you know I've been in Europe ! But I'm back. Money is being poured into the Aerodeck now. My parents are looking for a new house (to build) and there just won't be enough room for 7 cars so my dad and I are (almost) being forced to sell one each. :/ So the purple Accord will go and I'll keep the Aero. However I have a year and a half before I need to sell the purple one.

As for the Aerodeck, today I got out and fixed up all the minor issues I was worried about before inspection. I fixed my hazard button - which turned out to be a blown fuse.. fml. I only replaced them quite recently too. I may have a short.
I also went to a wrecker and picked up an ED/EF hatch rear wiper loom. The old owner had cut the plug off mine. I got the loom (which mind you, had the original plug which was the same as the Aerodeck and 2 plugs for the rear demister) and soldered it to where the old loom had been cut and plugged it in. I had to extend one of the demister plugs so I soldered that and it all fit. The reason I got one with a demister is because the ones on the Aerodeck went missing when they cut the original male plug off for the rear wiper. And that fixed the last problem too which was the demister not working. A great day with only $5 spent in total for the loom !

Now with everything up to my satisfaction I just need to replace the rusted muffler and I'll be good to go to inspection. Muffler is booked for 13/03 and inspection will be booked for 20/03. All going to plan I'll have it registered in 2 weeks and have it for the next local Honda meet and cruise !

I'm EXTREMELY excited ! I finally get to drive my dream car everyday and everywhere !!

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/11038737_942273875790891_4256839697468119288_n.jpg ?oh=f6071ab35abe70c360740d369ea82b11&oe=5587876C&__gda__=1433485268_d05d79c7fb49f483be9e01eeeaeffec 2

Here's a vid on my Facebook page if you'd like to see the brilliance of interchangeable parts and a moment of clarity when my dad said to check the fuses.
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=940025966021680

Calabek
03-08-2015, 11:37 PM
Yesterday after a solid charge I started it up and it fired up after the first crank. It was like music to my ears. Idled beautiful at about 700-900rpm. (Here's a video of it living ! https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=940601615964115)
However there was quite a bit of smoke coming out of the extractors (of which I can only assume is oil). It burnt like it and smelled like it. I'm not worried as I started it again today and nothing came out. It must have burned off yesterday which is good :3

I also had a friend come over today and we tackled another problem (which I didn't really remember I had until yesterday). The problem was that out of the 3 washer nozzles on the car, only half of one was working. There was a blockage in the rear hose (luckily quite easy to get to and fix), the driver side nozzle wasn't even attached to anything and the passenger side was just blocked. I went to Repco and got some hose and a T piece and connected the front ones up. That's all working now. Quite beautifully I must say, however I think there's a leak as there was a puddle of water under the car after I'd finished playing. It makes me nervous but I'm hoping I'll get away with it through inspection and be able to fix it afterwards.
Although the rear squirts as well, there's a leak too. I had a small trim piece taken off around the area of the hatch and when I was squirting the rear nozzle, water was flowing out of this trim piece down the body on the interior. Some landed in the seats. I'm going to stuff a rag in there and keep my fingers crossed.

It may seem like I'm doing things dodgy (which I am) however it's time to get this registered. Believe me - I'll be fixing these issues. Immediately too. But for now, the inspection will give me a good indication as to whether there's anything I've missed or still need to do. I don't want to say I'm confident, but it's look promising and I'm very excited. :)

Calabek
03-11-2015, 11:35 PM
Hey guys ! I bought a day permit to take the car down to get a muffler replaced today. It was awesome to drive it again. I'm so addicted. I'm completely head over heels !

Anyway, the muffler + labour only cost $100 which is awesome as I was originally quoted $200-$300.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/10428591_945280515490227_1450752679617678664_n_zps kha9lazq.jpg

The lad who did it told me he got this off a WRX. It's quiet as all hell but I'm sure it'll pass the inspection with no problem !

I do have an oil leak though. Quite a bit of smoke coming from the extractors... I'm struggling to get the shield off as it has a sensor or something attached. I can't figure out how to take it off, but I'll tackle it again this weekend.
I thought it was leftover oil or maybe I spilled some but it would have burned off by now as I start car everyday. It smells a lot too. I'm starting to think it may not pass. Even on short drives (10 mins or so) there is a bit of smoke coming out from the bonnet. Any ideas ?


Unrelated - taken this morning before getting to the exhaust shop :)

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/10420753_945204512164494_5167195306696931995_n_zps nvzcartw.jpg

I took some HD photos too but I haven't gone through and edited them yet. I'll post them up soon. :) They turned out pretty decent. The Aerodeck is quite photogenic.

That's all for now.

Calabek
03-12-2015, 04:43 PM
I've had some information regarding the oil leak passed onto me from a few knowledgeable people. They believe it could be the rocker cover gasket (as I didn't replace it with a new one when I took it off - because I couldn't get a replacement from Honda). However they've told me to check out the ADM B20A6 and B18A1 as they look extremely similar and might do the job. I'll check it out after work and report back but for now here are a couple HD photos I promised the other day. The Aero looks beautiful. I'm excited to start driving it daily and modifying it heavily.

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3595editsmall_zpsrvavucdk.png

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/IMG_3588editsmall_zpsjqahnd2v.png

Dr_Snooz
03-15-2015, 02:37 PM
What are "extractors"?

Calabek
03-15-2015, 04:34 PM
What are "extractors"?

Sorry, I meant exhaust headers.

Calabek
03-16-2015, 02:40 AM
I bought a B20A6 gasket (which - thankfully came with the spark plug tube seals also!) and it's a direct match !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/11072933_948465361838409_370438675_n_zps9jvxwaju.j pg

The previous one (pictured above with the GreyMaxx on it above the rocker cover) was hard, and tough, and stale. The new one slotted right in, was soft and awesome ! I put a thick bead of GreyMaxx on there - just to be safe.

... embarrassingly when I was undoing the bolts for the cover I found one (which coincidentally was the bolt above the cam gears - ie, where the leak was) that was almost completely loose. -.-" Major facepalm!!
I had a look through the cams and saw a lot of fresh oil that had run out of the rocker cover and down the block. I'm about 99.5% confident that was my issue. However changing over the gasket and seals was a good thing to do tonight anyway. There's a small oil build up in the spark plug tubes but I'm sure it'll burn off and there won't be anymore deposits now that I have new seals.

I'm so confident I'll book inspection tomorrow for Friday. I hate how I have to pay for the inspection over the phone straight up -.- wish I could pay there.

Anyway, I also got some Sika and perma-glued down the back hatch trim. Left it over night with some weights on there and it seems good today. Woohooo ! The last two weeks with this car have been so lucky and so easy. I'm kinda worried.

More updates to come !

A20A1
03-17-2015, 10:20 PM
Header = extractor

Edit: Doh! Didn't realize it was already answered on page 2.

I love your aerodeck, so many interesting goodies.

Calabek
03-18-2015, 12:10 PM
Header = extractor

Edit: Doh! Didn't realize it was already answered on page 2.

I love your aerodeck, so many interesting goodies.

That's okay :)
Thank you. I'm excited.

Inspection is in a little over 24 hours. I gotta say I think it's ready :)

Calabek
03-24-2015, 03:02 AM
~~ Forgot to mention. I went to the inspection center on Friday. Got there nice and early at opening at 8am as asked by the two people I spoke to on the phone earlier last week. Both said I could come down and get it inspected. Then the lady at the desk told me I had to first go to get an ID inspection because it's from a different state and then go to vehicle standards to get a list of what is required (ADRs - Australian Design Rules) to pass inspection - which would be sent out by post and I'll get it a week or two. However I told her I was feeling confident and asked if I could go for an inspection. She said yes but to come back after the ID inspection.

I did the ID check, I passed. I rolled up and the guy was like "this is a weird looking car" and I laughed and thanked him. Then he said "I don't like weird" bahahaha :P
Then I went to vehicle standards and found that I was one ADR short. It was for side intrusion panels or something. So I drove to an engineer and it turns out I have the ADR but just needed the paper to say I have it and it complies. This piece of paper cost $350. I was outraged, but happily took it and left for my inspection. I got there and the lady said "sorry, you can't book a same day inspection. You can wait but you'll be behind 2 other people. It's extremely unlikely you will get in today"
Furiously I was about to flip all the lids but my dad walked in and calmed me down. After the 3 hours of jumping through hoops, I waited for another 5 before calling it quits. Booked for Monday which cost me $272 + $43 for an unregistered day pass.

Went in Monday. The car's temp gauge rose to 3/4 about 5 mins before arriving there (did about 20-30 mins of granny driving). I got there and some guy in the carpark pointed out my car was pissing out water. I got out and to check and 750ml had pooled around the wheels. I let it cool down and bought some cold water from a shop across he road and poured it in. Took it through inspection an hour later and passed by the skin of my teeth. The guy doing it said I have a rear brake line that looks like it's about to burst, a lower ball joint about to break and my tires (not my wheels) were sticking 10mm out the guard. But he took it for a drive and said it was one of the better cars he'd driven through his inspection career. So he gave me my exemption sticker and I am now officially registered !!!!!

TLDR; Car overheated, still passed. Woo ! Officially registered !

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/10867161_952931958058416_1707249223_n_zpsmq7ygoc9. jpg

I did however encounter another overheat when I got home. I got out of the car and the overflow bottle was BOILING. AGGRESSIVELY. It was shaking and you could hear it ! It was HOT ! It started leaking out of the seals and dropped another 750ml ! Anybody got an idea ?
Thermostat was replaced bout 100kms ago, no visible splits in hoses, no milky residue in the oil. Going to replace it with coolant tomorrow and hope it helps us with troubleshooting (as there's only water in there now - which when taken out is BROWN)

knifemind
03-24-2015, 08:02 AM
I did however encounter another overheat when I got home. I got out of the car and the overflow bottle was BOILING. AGGRESSIVELY. It was shaking and you could hear it ! It was HOT ! It started leaking out of the seals and dropped another 750ml ! Anybody got an idea ?
Thermostat was replaced bout 100kms ago, no visible splits in hoses, no milky residue in the oil. Going to replace it with coolant tomorrow and hope it helps us with troubleshooting (as there's only water in there now - which when taken out is BROWN)

Sounds to me like it might just be a bad radiator cap.

Calabek
03-24-2015, 11:57 AM
Sounds to me like it might just be a bad radiator cap.

Hm... I'll try to find another but I'm pretty sure I got an exact replacement. The cap is definitely sealing the system.

A20A1
03-24-2015, 01:21 PM
run the heater and make sure you feel heat from the vents and that the heat is stable, meaning it doesnt go from hot to cold back to hot, which could indicate a problem with the pump or air in the line.

replacing the cap is a cheap fix. the cap only has to open enough the bleed out the vent. also there are two different temp ratings for the thermostat or cap, correct me if im wrong.

check your oil and oil level.

79cord
03-25-2015, 01:55 AM
Great to hear you have made it through the legal hurdles!
Obvious question is to ask if cooling fans are actually coming on since the thermoswitch in radiator can fail (bypass to run fans constantly by connecting the two wires to it).
Less obvious might be waterpump. When bought the one on my '88 integra had rusted its impeller blades completely off, rusty sludge everywhere & radiator had already been replaced.

Calabek
03-25-2015, 12:02 PM
run the heater and make sure you feel heat from the vents and that the heat is stable, meaning it doesnt go from hot to cold back to hot, which could indicate a problem with the pump or air in the line.

replacing the cap is a cheap fix. the cap only has to open enough the bleed out the vent. also there are two different temp ratings for the thermostat or cap, correct me if im wrong.

check your oil and oil level.
It does go from hot to cold :)
Good idea about the cap. Do you know the ratings ? I currently have a 13psi cap on there.


Great to hear you have made it through the legal hurdles!
Obvious question is to ask if cooling fans are actually coming on since the thermoswitch in radiator can fail (bypass to run fans constantly by connecting the two wires to it).
Less obvious might be waterpump. When bought the one on my '88 integra had rusted its impeller blades completely off, rusty sludge everywhere & radiator had already been replaced.

Thank you :) SA Government with anything imported is a joke, but I got there in the end :) Considering other stories I've heard, I am counting myself quite lucky :)
The cooling fans are coming on, yes. :) I know this because when they kick in, I look at my temp gauge and it's slowly rising. It's been the dead giveaway the car is about to overheat. Usually in my 96 Accord, they continue to run on and off cooling the engine down. It was never a sign of it overheating, just that it was hot.

Calabek
03-25-2015, 12:05 PM
fyi, on another forum someone asked me if I had bled the thermostat housing after I'd replaced it. They gave me directions to do so (ie, crack the nipple, listen for air, clean the nipple, run the car, look for a steady stream of water, etc etc). After I racked the nipple I heard a deposit of air escape for a good 5-10 seconds. The nipple was clogged up so I cleaned it, tested it and put it back in. I'll run the car now for a bit and see if it happens again. If no - hooray. If yes - I'll start looking at somewhere else to diagnose the problem. (Probably the cap as it's the next cheapest thing I can fix)

Calabek
03-26-2015, 02:42 AM
I got insured today and so I took the car out for a quick spurt up a hill behind my house. Handled well. I didn't push the engine. Looks great and I'm extremely obsessed with this car !! Here are a few pictures !

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/11081629_953842874633991_1085595486_n_zpsy6bxsieq. jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/11004421_953842077967404_172310891_n_zpstwrbwyl7.j pg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/11051196_953842117967400_1026456447_n_zpst4i3tnpm. jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/11081638_953842187967393_239613739_n_zpsutnkq4yf.j pg

AccordB20A
03-31-2015, 01:10 AM
Looks good! How is that engine? staying cool or still getting warm.

I installed a B18A with B20A head into my daily accord on sunday. they go alright

Calabek
03-31-2015, 05:09 PM
Looks good! How is that engine? staying cool or still getting warm.

I installed a B18A with B20A head into my daily accord on sunday. they go alright

Thanks mate! It's half-half. I used it all weekend on long drives without a problem. Then I took it for a quick run in the hills. I was keeping the RPM within the 2,000-3,000 range for most of the drive and the temp gauge sat normal. But when I pulled over the water was boiling again. It wasn't as aggressive as before and didn't lose any. So I'm really not sure what's going on. I might take it to someone who can do a compression test to see if there is a leak anywhere.
Personally I think that because it sat for so long there is just a blockage in the radiator. If I get some time over the easter weekend I'll see if I can hunt down a new radiator for it. Water goes in clear and comes out brown, so it obviously needs a change.

Cool stuff with the head swap. Was there any noticeable difference ? Damn, I wish I had the ease of sourcing parts like you do over there. I'm jealous :(

Dr_Snooz
04-01-2015, 04:31 AM
Good call on the compression test. You might also check oil pressure too. My 4g started overheating under load inexplicably. I tore the entire cooling system apart from end to end, tested a bunch of stuff, replaced a bunch more stuff and it kept overheating. I finally gave up with no resolution. Then one day the low oil pressure light came on. I did some more diagnostics and discovered that the engine is just plain wore out. You should definitely address any cooling system issues, but don't dismiss the possibility that the engine might be tired.

79cord
04-02-2015, 03:07 AM
Integras water pump mentioned earlier:
6866
Keep your eyes open for some 3g Civic or Honda City 'H' bearing caps for the center of those wheels (much nicer than covering the wheel nuts I think).
Though some 3g Prelude factory machined/polished alloy wheels would be nice to have in reserve & can be had for almost nothing with patient looking.

Calabek
04-21-2015, 02:27 AM
Sorry for the belated replies ! I got bogged down with work and other responsibilities ! Since then nothing has happened. I haven't driven the car in fear of it overheating and blowing up somewhere. I've been to the wreckers and picked up a few loose screws I was missing here and there. I attempted to remove an antenna while I was there to see how it all fitted but ended up breaking many a trim piece... so I won't be attempting it in a hurry unless someone has a guide ?
I also picked up a radiator cap (used) which - interestingly enough was rated at 15psi whereas the one I had on the car was rated at 13psi ;) So I've fitted it and will be replacing the water with coolant probably tomorrow. I also picked up a battery clamp as the one I had on there was generic and the bonnet wouldn't close properly.


Good call on the compression test. You might also check oil pressure too. My 4g started overheating under load inexplicably. I tore the entire cooling system apart from end to end, tested a bunch of stuff, replaced a bunch more stuff and it kept overheating. I finally gave up with no resolution. Then one day the low oil pressure light came on. I did some more diagnostics and discovered that the engine is just plain wore out. You should definitely address any cooling system issues, but don't dismiss the possibility that the engine might be tired.
Okay, thank you. I did see a DIY on cooling system compression testing using an air compressor. I might try it (I am strapped for cash at the moment)



Integras water pump mentioned earlier:
6866
Keep your eyes open for some 3g Civic or Honda City 'H' bearing caps for the center of those wheels (much nicer than covering the wheel nuts I think).
Though some 3g Prelude factory machined/polished alloy wheels would be nice to have in reserve & can be had for almost nothing with patient looking.

Really ? I quite enjoy the wheels how they are. :) I got these cool center caps with the car actually. Completely Japanese. Got a cool insignia "Idea." on it but I lost one of the allen key heads for one. :( I will replace it but for now it's neither here nor there. :3

I was thinking about running these wheels as are until I have enough for Watanabes. :)

79cord
04-21-2015, 05:31 AM
6915
'H' badged bearing caps. 3rd gen Civic or 1st gen City. 2nd gen Civic ones mount awkwardly.

Just gives a more finished look, I put some on my Integra/rover 416i Vitesse wheels as I didn't like the blandness of covering the wheel nuts as Honda did, & they can be very cheap...if you can find them. Though it is the possible they might not fit the center hole of aftermarket wheels.
{They can sometimes (rarely) also be found with Hondas early low/wide "H" on early City }

Calabek
04-21-2015, 04:12 PM
6915
'H' badged bearing caps. 3rd gen Civic or 1st gen City. 2nd gen Civic ones mount awkwardly.

Just gives a more finished look, I put some on my Integra/rover 416i Vitesse wheels as I didn't like the blandness of covering the wheel nuts as Honda did, & they can be very cheap...if you can find them. Though it is the possible they might not fit the center hole of aftermarket wheels.
{They can sometimes (rarely) also be found with Hondas early low/wide "H" on early City }

Oooooohhhh these ones ! Yeah, sorry. My mistake. :P

Calabek
04-22-2015, 04:11 PM
I don't suppose any of you know what this little white cylinder is on the B18A ?

https://scontent-nrt.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfa1/v/t1.0-9/p180x540/11164804_965091050181838_478441163363855173_n.jpg? oh=64d6503dfacd6372e16e32abb3336bc5&oe=55D449C6

https://scontent-nrt.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/p180x540/11018825_965091076848502_5133960720509605451_n.jpg ?oh=9c4bc9a7f1d4e0f68ba0f21cff0a71be&oe=55D0E71B

https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/p180x540/1012957_965091103515166_4913979258935107303_n.jpg? oh=9acfe3b372844f7413d3b3befa6bfb7d&oe=55A1F02D&__gda__=1440174175_8e0cfb5a6de62e8f2db119c024ea14c e

It started making this odd noise yesterday when I started the car. Like it has something in there spinning once I let off the accelerator. I haven't taken it off and I have no idea what it is... so I thought I'd come and consult the holy bible :P

Here's a video of it making noise.

https://www.facebook.com/GaijinAerodeck/videos/965090233515253/

Please help :(

All I did yesterday was change the coolant and bleed the nipple on the thermostat housing.

carotman
04-23-2015, 06:53 AM
There's a similar thing on my 86 prelude b20a. I'll check this later in the afternoon.

Calabek
04-23-2015, 02:51 PM
There's a similar thing on my 86 prelude b20a. I'll check this later in the afternoon.

Are they B20A carbys ?
Thanks regardless !

Calabek
04-24-2015, 09:33 PM
I was getting an alarm installed today and took advantage of the time and put in this badge Aaron sent me aaaaaaaaaaaages ago. Looks good. Might take it off again and try clear coating it. Definitely needs it but I'm apprehensive as to whether it'll work.

6936
6937

Calabek
04-25-2015, 05:24 AM
So here's my problem. :( Any ideas ?
Part number is: 17340-ph2-003
It's a sealed unit and listed as a Shot Air Valve Assembly.

6938
6939

A18A
04-26-2015, 01:47 AM
There's a similar thing on my 86 prelude b20a. I'll check this later in the afternoon.

you have ba1???

Calabek
05-23-2015, 11:53 PM
Never found out what the white cylinder did or does. My dad suggest I put it back on the car and see if it works. It worked and the noise slowly disappeared. I was surprised. He said it was probably just the temperamental nature of carbys.
Anyway, I have also changed the atf. The at slips hard between 2-3 and 3-4.

I've been driving the car a bit too. Very long drive yesterday which was good. I took some photos around various places in Adelaide and I posted them below. Tell me what you think :)

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Calabek
05-23-2015, 11:54 PM
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Calabek
05-27-2015, 10:39 PM
I had a bunch of stickers recreated today - the original ACCORD AERODECK sticker for the back an a "Let's Lock Up" written in Japanese for the doors. They were originally on there but I can see they've been torn off. :'(

I got 3 ACCORD AERODECK stickers but I messed the first one up and put it on crooked. :( The second one (pictured) looks much neater and is only out by less than half a mm. The one on the door looks crooked but it's just the way I took the picture. :3

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/11101145_987637687921176_1480045053_n_zps1mdogmtf. jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/11291884_987637691254509_898414772_n_zpsfpachji5.j pg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/11292803_987637671254511_184062005_n_zpsnn3hfjn4.j pg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/11358797_987637657921179_1359692117_n_zpsmvoj2vrn. jpg

http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f144/Anton2436/11303710_987637667921178_703973251_n_zpscvniuytv.j pg

79cord
05-28-2015, 04:36 AM
Great attention to detail.
The rear sticker looks bright!

Calabek
05-29-2015, 01:19 AM
Great attention to detail.
The rear sticker looks bright!

Thanks :D
Yeah shame actually. The paint is so old :P The sticker is so new. It sticks out and I'm not sure if it's in a good way.

Dr_Snooz
06-05-2015, 08:13 PM
Meh. A couple months in the summer sun will make it match.

Calabek
06-21-2015, 07:47 PM
Hello everyone. :) Been a couple weeks or so. Just thought I'd throw an update. These " auto-cover foglights " came in the mail today ;)

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Very cool indeed. :) Glad to have them !!

Calabek
07-05-2015, 05:25 PM
Here we go lads ! It's finally arrived !

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That's right :D I managed to pry it away from Aaron ! Cheers again mate ! Can't wait to get this digi-dash installed !

Calabek
07-06-2015, 06:39 AM
I tested the digi-dash out tonight. :) Here's a video I took.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2pDoK7t_p0

MessyHonda
07-12-2015, 09:41 AM
i wish i could find one in MPH. this is why people convert to S2K clusters around here.

senna89
07-12-2015, 12:36 PM
Great!!! That you managed to get it working! Can you please help me and GrafKröte to get it working?

http://www.3geez.com/forum/3geez-accords/55961-digital-dash-help.html#post1162156

Thank you!!!

Calabek
07-14-2015, 05:03 AM
i wish i could find one in MPH. this is why people convert to S2K clusters around here.
Indeed. Why not get one anyway and just have a post-it note with the values converted to MPH ? :D hahaha


Great!!! That you managed to get it working! Can you please help me and GrafKröte to get it working?

http://www.3geez.com/forum/3geez-accords/55961-digital-dash-help.html#post1162156

Thank you!!!
Thanks ! But unfortunately I had no idea what I was doing. Aaron helped me install it through messaging. Apparently because my Aerodeck is JDM and the NZ market is JDM I could simply switch the looms and it would work. He was unsure whether this would be a problem for CDM, USDM or EDM but perhaps it is ? I really couldn't help I'm sorry. You will need to get into contact with him to have any chance of getting yours working. He is the digi-dash god ! :bow:

Calabek
08-03-2015, 05:59 AM
Not much to report on at the moment unfortunately. I'd been waiting as the surround was snapped when it arrived (silly shipping :( ) and so I've been waiting for it to return from the repairer.

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The repair was a complete success and it looks brand new ! (Well - that spot anyway ! :P) It definitely feels stronger than before and I'm confident no bumps or knocks will release the tension on that area and snap again.

I spent time cleaning up the wiring loom I was sent too. There was nothing wrong with it but most of the conduit was gone so a lot of wires were getting mixed up and I had to make sense of it somehow. I only wrapped this loom in electrical tape. It will hold it in a nice shape and rid any rattling. :) It was my first time doing something like that so it's not perfect but it will do the job :)

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Apart from that I've had to do some soldering and wiring. I've got a few more left (which I'm hoping to knock out tomorrow) and then it will be finished ! :D I turned over the engine today and to my surprise (as it's been sitting for in excess of 3 months) it started on the first crank. Watching the digi-dash rpm gauge move as the rpm fluctuated was pure trance ! I can tell I will loath the day I have to take this car off the road for restoration/track prep.

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Until next time ! (Hopefully when it's 100%!)

MessyHonda
08-07-2015, 01:05 PM
love the digi cluster

Calabek
08-07-2015, 11:04 PM
love the digi cluster

Thanks :) Everything is in now and I took it for a drive. VERY cool little piece !!!
Huge shoutout to Aaron for selling and giving me major advice and help through the installation !!

AccordB20A
08-09-2015, 02:51 AM
(Y) glad to see its finally all completed.

Hazwan
08-09-2015, 05:18 AM
So pretty!

Calabek
10-23-2015, 02:54 AM
Heyo, nothing new. Been keeping the Aero stationary for a while. I suspected a blown head gasket because it kept overheating. Although I got so paranoid I'd always shut the car off when it hit 3/4 temp :/ I took it down to my mechanic who did a compression test on the cylinders and they all came back roughly the same numbers so he confirmed there was no blown head gasket. I did the checks as well (radiator fluid bubbling, milky residue on oil cap, etc) and also came to the same conclusion. Since then I've put it down to the shitty, old-ass, rusted out, clogged up, bullshit radiator. So I managed to find a brand new one on eBay for like $95au shipped ! How cool is that ? I've got a picture below. It's a copper core, 2 row and has plastic tanks. I looked for an aluminium one but found no results. I did some research and I decided to stick with the copper. :) Anyway, here's the radiator ! Came in today and look at it ! it's so shiny and new :3 Mmmm all black as well ! Going in tomorrow !

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I couldn't leave you all without some digi-dash goodness so check this:

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Dr_Snooz
10-23-2015, 08:05 PM
Very cool stuff. Now drive it!

Calabek
10-24-2015, 05:23 AM
Very cool stuff. Now drive it!Hell yeah ! Did the radiator after work with a mate tonight and we burst with excitement when completed ! We even hit 3 figures :D I've never gone this fast in the Aero before but woohoo !

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Drove for about 2 hrs non-stop with no fluctuation in temperature. Everything was perfect :) Very happy. More updates to come now that it seems to be running quite stable :)
The old radiator was FILLED with gunk ! You could pull some out after sticking your fingers in there :( Poor car... glad it's changed now

Calabek
10-26-2015, 11:44 PM
Today I got those old, seized power folding mirrors out and replaced them with some others I'd purchased from someone off of the 3geez forum.

For anyone looking to do the same to their Aerodeck you will need to use the mounts from your mirrors but the body off of the sedan/coupe/hatch mirrors. Because of the lengthy shape of the door, the mirror mount is different (which threw me off). It is possible however to use them.

Here's a video of mine working. I'm unsure why but the passenger's side folds in and out faster than the driver's. Oh well... they both work which is awesome :)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7La0WXy0yss

Calabek
12-03-2015, 01:42 AM
Not a huge update but this is a Japanese stereo I bought from Yahoo! Japan Auctions about 2 months ago. All of my harnesses and the fm band extender turned up yesterday. I wired it in today and it suits the Aerodeck perfectly ! A very retro little stereo with awesome equalizers ! Brilliant for its time :)

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79cord
12-05-2015, 11:09 PM
Very Flashy!

Horace2
01-14-2016, 01:50 AM
I'm hoping I'll get away with it through inspection and be able to fix it afterwards.
Galaxy S7 covers (http://www.casesam.co.uk/category-galaxy-s7-case-cover-110.html)

Calabek
03-19-2016, 04:30 PM
Nothing too new to report. I've been driving the Aerodeck full time for the last 3 months and it's been superb - no leaks or hiccups. I've been letting others take it for a spin too. I only wish some of you guys were in Aus to try it out. It's such a fluid car to drive.
Time to work on wheels + suspension.

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Also, I chucked it on the rollers yesterday (out of curiosity). I was afraid it'd blow up so the dyno guy took it easy. Still made 67.9kw which is nothing to snuff at.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zg6fMB7PZE8

87roach
03-28-2016, 09:00 AM
Props to getting that digi-dash working, very cool! It looks like you've got a great little car there and I am sure it's happy with the new rad too, what you described sounded pretty bad! :(

Calabek
03-30-2016, 11:41 PM
Props to getting that digi-dash working, very cool! It looks like you've got a great little car there and I am sure it's happy with the new rad too, what you described sounded pretty bad! :(

Thanks, yeah, the car seems to be quite happy at the moment.

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My grandpa brought around some new wheels for Easter. Custom made Minilite (similar to Watanabe). It was always my plan to get these type of wheel, so I'm glad I could find a good set - and for free.

Sizes are 15x7+25 with 215/65 all around. It sticks out of the guard by about 1" - 1.5". I'm thinking if I get rid of the balloon tyres it should sort a lot of it out. Some low + camber will tuck them in nicely too (Australian cops hate wheels sticking outside the guard)
If all else fails I'm going to look into getting about 5mm shaved off the back face of the rim. It should bring it in a bit further.

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AccordB20A
04-07-2016, 12:06 AM
thats a mighty massive tyre lol

Calabek
04-08-2016, 10:34 PM
thats a mighty massive tyre lol

Yeah it's huge.
I got some RE003's fitted to them today and only went down to a 195/60.
I checked out the 50s but they looked like spaghetti strings in comparison :/

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In hindsight maybe a 195/55 would have been better.
I'm happy with it though, and I think with some low and camber it'll tuck them in quite nicely.
Failing that I'll throw a few laps around the track and head in for a new set.

Calabek
02-08-2017, 12:25 AM
It's been a while since I've posted here. Sorry about that haha.

Unfortunately around April last year the Aerodeck's transmission died and I decided instead of fixing it, I'd buy a new car.
As you guys know the engine was in pretty bad shape anyway...

It's been almost a year since I last drove it and it's been killing me ever since. If there are any owners out there you'll know it's a different experience and it feels like the car has a soul. It's a pleasure to drive !

Well... the wait is over. Some local lads here in Adelaide - who specalise in building proper street Hondas - are going to help me bring the Aerodeck back to life. Manual transmission, new engine, and... our friends below: 45 DCOE Webers.

Stay tuned because you're about to see some serious shit.

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Dr_Snooz
02-08-2017, 06:51 PM
Oh snap! Buckle up folks!

tommylee
02-09-2017, 05:44 AM
Nice, it seems that I'll have to buy waterproof keyboard.. :drool:

Calabek
02-10-2017, 03:50 AM
Oh snap! Buckle up folks!


Nice, it seems that I'll have to buy waterproof keyboard.. :drool:

:rockon:

Calabek
03-04-2017, 10:54 PM
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This is the donor engine. It's a B18A1 out of a DA9 AUD Integra.
It'll be fully rebuilt and is getting sent off to the machine shop later this week.

Dr_Snooz
03-05-2017, 06:42 PM
Yup. That'll do just fine!

79cord
03-19-2017, 01:19 AM
Nice flexible engine should suit Accord character well, & Webers should make it a little rorty compared to Honda's injected smoothness.

Calabek
03-22-2017, 02:38 AM
Nice flexible engine should suit Accord character well, & Webers should make it a little rorty compared to Honda's injected smoothness.

Mhm. My thoughts exactly. :thumbup:
I'm very excited. The engine should be back from the machine shop tomorrow. Rebuild kit was fitted, new valves have come in, weber rebuild kit is in, linkage weber kit is in. It's all happening !

Calabek
03-27-2017, 11:31 PM
Just a few photos of the progress :)

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Before and after ^

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Webers are fully rebuilt now and cleaned up. They came out amazing !!! So shiny
Pistons are in too... so much shiny !

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Calabek
03-29-2017, 01:27 AM
Some more progress ! Engine is back from the machine shop.
So. Damn. Beautiful.

Some shots of the block.

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And here's the head.

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Dr_Snooz
03-29-2017, 07:51 PM
Pretty!

Calabek
04-11-2017, 05:20 PM
It's almost go time !

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Calabek
04-13-2017, 12:47 AM
The engine is out ! We started cleaning the bay and found out there were little rust spots dabbed everywhere which blows. Cause of repair and respray !

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Calabek
04-21-2017, 05:06 AM
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Dun dun dun ! Auto shifter is gone !

I spent quite a few hours down at the shop today. Lots more has been removed. The driveshafts are gone too and will be replaced with 2 from the DA model Integras.
We also took out the pedal box. We were hoping the one out of the donor DA we got the engine from would have the same mounts and we could bolt it right on however unfortunately when we took out the one from the Aerodeck it was different.

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There's also an extra linkage for the cruise control which we'll remove before we put it back in. To save fucking around we decided to just cut and paste the clutch pedal from the DA. We're also fabricating custom aluminium pedals.

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I like these. The 'Go Pedal' is a bit larger than the original Aerodeck one. As you can see the design of the pedals has actually brought the accelerator and brake closer together - ergo, easier heel and toe.

We found some custom engine mounts on a website that would allow for plug and play (essentially) when changing the engine but they wanted $700usd for the mounts plus $800usd for shipping. I spat the dummy so we decided to make our own. I won't name the website but I honest to God hope they were joking with the shipping quote.
Our mounts should be done over the weekend, but more on that later.

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Everything is going along so well. Man I'm so excited. This thing is going to be a bad out of Hell ! A pure 80s Japanese muscle car when we're done.

More to come. :wave:

Calabek
04-24-2017, 12:53 AM
A few more things have been added to the engine.

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I ordered the adaptor plate for the Webers last night too. Turns out the guy who was going to make mine 3 weeks ago still hasn't so we told him where to go.

The new one should be here in 2-3 weeks and then we'll have engine porn gifted from God himself sitting in the shop.

Engine mounts are all done too. They look fucking sick and still need a bit of work. But they took the weight of the engine without any rocking, knocking or moving. So a fresh lick of paint and a few adjustments they'll be perfff. All mounts actually use existing holes on the body which is wicked.

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^ Driver's side. Remember: my car is RHD.

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We also tried out that pedal box too. It fit well however there seems to be a mount on the body/firewall which stops the clutch pedal from being pressed further than half a compression or so. We suspect it's a mount for the factory manual pedal box. It sticks out about an inch or so. That will get the chop.

3 pedals suit this car.

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We also started fabbing up a rear wing. I'm actually not a fan of the factory style wings for the Aerodeck. I have an idea of how it'll come out and I think given the flat shape the Aerodeck has it'll either make it look off the fucking chain, or absolutely terrible. Hahaha, stay tuned.

Calabek
04-25-2017, 04:55 AM
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A mock up of that wing I mentioned in my last post.

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04-26-2017, 02:37 AM
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Bit of rust uncovered in the bay. This is just one of the cancerous spots. Will be cutting them all out and welding a new piece of metal in before paint.

Calabek
04-27-2017, 01:33 AM
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Here's one of the mount brackets in wrinkle black. Looks so good !

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The rust has all been dealt with and we've started laying base coats. Well, it's more of an exploratory coat. There is heaps of embedded fluid in areas, getting some reaction. But once those areas are sorted, it will be all good.

Calabek
04-28-2017, 12:18 AM
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We got another coat on but there's quite a lot of ridges and stuff in the seam sealant in the engine bay. We're considering switching to a satin finish for the final coat, just to dull out some of the busy-ness of the gloss. It's looking really good though !

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Here's a picture of the contrast in textures. Looks the goods, that's for damn sure !

Dr_Snooz
04-29-2017, 01:37 PM
Wow. You're going whole hog on this one. Very nice!

Calabek
04-30-2017, 11:46 PM
Wow. You're going whole hog on this one. Very nice!

Absolutely. The plan is to get everything (and I mean everything) done so that all that'll be left to do is full tear down, rust removal and paint. :)

Calabek
04-30-2017, 11:49 PM
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The adaptor for the Webers came in today ! Purrdyy
I shit you not, 7 days from California, USA to Adelaide, Australia. Insane shipping.

Calabek
05-04-2017, 01:14 AM
Kleenex should cut me in on the tissue sales about to happen ! This is where it's fucking at !

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Unfortunately however, we've had our first little hiccup. Which really isn't too much of a hiccup. But, there was a water drip in the shop which messed up half of the paint in the bay. The other half had a bad reaction to embedded brake fluid / power steering fluid in the metal so we've had to strip it right back and do it again. I've also included pictures of some small cuts/welds that were made were rust was the worst. The boys have done a super solid and sanded down all the seam sealant too so there'll be no bumps from it in the paint... wait, I hope that made sense ? Meh... just look at the pics.

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That's all for now. Stripping will finish tomorrow and we should get the base coat on in time for it to have a good dry over the weekend and then back to it on Monday. Peace !

Calabek
05-08-2017, 02:27 AM
The paint is on and it's fucking mint !!!! The satin finish is perfect !!!!

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Below is a really bad picture of all 3 finishes together, haha. Satin on the body, wrinkle on the mount and gloss on the subframe.

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The transmission housing is also now cleaned up ! First with some degreaser, then a wire wheel and finally a buff wheel. It matches the block so well now !

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That's all for now. It's lookin' so good and everything is on track. Ahhhh so keeen !!!

Calabek
05-08-2017, 04:46 AM
So I get home after going to the shop and get a message from one of the boys "Ready to get your panties wet ?"

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Dr_Snooz
05-08-2017, 08:11 PM
That's gonna look so good, until you drive it for the first time. Then it will all look like it did before. LOL

Very nice work!

Calabek
05-08-2017, 11:56 PM
That's gonna look so good, until you drive it for the first time. Then it will all look like it did before. LOL

Very nice work!

:slap:

God I hope not. Bahahahaha I'll have to be out there after every drive with a toothbrush and microfiber towel !

bscanlan
05-09-2017, 05:50 AM
I recognize that this is not a USDM Accord, but what is that rear mount? Is it an aftermarket mount of which I am not aware? Me likey!

Calabek
05-09-2017, 11:45 PM
I recognize that this is not a USDM Accord, but what is that rear mount? Is it an aftermarket mount of which I am not aware? Me likey!

Custom fabricated in the shop from a few pictures off a US supplier's website !
The supplier wanted $800USD for shipping ! >:(

Calabek
05-09-2017, 11:47 PM
Dual linkage for the Webers is setup and got rid of that ratty filler cap.

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79cord
05-12-2017, 12:50 AM
Looking special!
Seeing the stripped & buffed engine & transmission almost has me disappointed to see paint on the cam-cover, beautiful.

Calabek
05-12-2017, 04:30 AM
Looking special!
Seeing the stripped & buffed engine & transmission almost has me disappointed to see paint on the cam-cover, beautiful.

Thanks ! I thought the same initially too but the cam cover isn't what we're trying to highlight. If we left it bare it would stand out too much. The Webers are the stars of this bay and we really want them to pop.

Dr_Snooz
05-12-2017, 03:29 PM
Looking special!
Seeing the stripped & buffed engine & transmission almost has me disappointed to see paint on the cam-cover, beautiful.

Pay no attention to this crazy man. ;-) Your engine looks epic!

Calabek
05-22-2017, 12:51 AM
Sorry for the disappearing act. I've actually managed to lose my job... for, ironically, "working too hard". Hahaha. I work in an office adjudicating letters to the public regarding expiation notices and I was employed on a contract basis to help clear a backlog. I was exceeding my KPI by triple and as such, managed to get rid of the backlog and at the same time not get my contract renewed. So for the first time in 10 years I'm jobless which is bad in my city. The unemployment rate is high. So there's been little time for the build. I'm not sure what direction it'll take... but my main focus is getting another job (something that pays more too so I can really back this build special).

The guys doing my build have been off with personal matters too so we've all kinda stopped. But they're back in full steam this week and I'll be heading down tomorrow for some sexy pics.

For now, here's one I got last night from one of the guys.

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Calabek
05-23-2017, 03:59 AM
I went to the shop today and everything is looking pretty fucking exciting. It was the first time I'd seen the engine in the bay and my jaw dropped for a solid few minutes !!!!

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The pedal box and shifter are in too. The shifter needs some adjusting, it's sitting a few cm's forward from where we'd like it to.

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Dr_Snooz
05-23-2017, 06:22 PM
Sucks about your job. I've found that working too hard at a job causes no end of heartache. Employers always cry about how they want good workers, but in the end, they just want slack-jawed flunkies and yes-men who pretend to work. Good luck finding something better.

Car's looking awesome too, BTW!

Calabek
05-23-2017, 06:32 PM
Sucks about your job. I've found that working too hard at a job causes no end of heartache. Employers always cry about how they want good workers, but in the end, they just want slack-jawed flunkies and yes-men who pretend to work. Good luck finding something better.

Car's looking awesome too, BTW!

Haha yeah I understand. I'm just not built that way. I give 120% or go home.
Thanks for the support, doc. :cheers:

Shane86
05-23-2017, 09:58 PM
Sucks about your job. I've found that working too hard at a job causes no end of heartache. Employers always cry about how they want good workers, but in the end, they just want slack-jawed flunkies and yes-men who pretend to work. Good luck finding something better.

Car's looking awesome too, BTW!

this is a fact

Calabek
06-09-2017, 02:30 AM
Things are all getting put back in; fuse box, radiator + support, lights, wipers.

Also take note of the brake master cylinder and booster as they have been cleaned !

Catch can has been added too.

I forgot to check out the interior but everything is looking good.

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tof
06-09-2017, 05:57 AM
Glad THIS thread finally popped to the top. Since I am a relatively new arrival here, this is my first look-see through your build.

First off: Just AMAZING. So cool to see this project come together...TWICE. I have a first gen LX 5-speed hatch that I am working to improve little by little but NOTHING like this. Still, just reading about your build and others like it keeps my old bones inspired to go DO SOMETHING. As you are obviously aware, there are always little things that can benefit from some attention.

Hope your job hunt has been productive. Your work ethic is obvious just browsing through this thread. If you can sell your abilities and that great work ethic I'm pretty sure you can find a great opportunity even in a down economy.

By the way, when the Aerodeck is done, or at least moving under its own power, how about a couple of nice pics in front of the (mighty) Black Stump.

tof
06-09-2017, 06:04 AM
BTW, maybe time to move this thread to Project Central? But only if the thread remains intact. Listening, moderators? After all, this Calabek guy really isn't exactly a Newbie any more, now, is he?

Dr_Snooz
06-13-2017, 07:30 PM
I think the Project Central costs money.

Kenord
06-14-2017, 06:49 AM
So good accord

Calabek
06-15-2017, 07:03 AM
Glad THIS thread finally popped to the top. Since I am a relatively new arrival here, this is my first look-see through your build.

First off: Just AMAZING. So cool to see this project come together...TWICE. I have a first gen LX 5-speed hatch that I am working to improve little by little but NOTHING like this. Still, just reading about your build and others like it keeps my old bones inspired to go DO SOMETHING. As you are obviously aware, there are always little things that can benefit from some attention.

Hope your job hunt has been productive. Your work ethic is obvious just browsing through this thread. If you can sell your abilities and that great work ethic I'm pretty sure you can find a great opportunity even in a down economy.

By the way, when the Aerodeck is done, or at least moving under its own power, how about a couple of nice pics in front of the (mighty) Black Stump.

Thanks for your words. I like the Aerodeck because it's unique. There isn't another car like it in Australia. I'm always a man who enjoys being unique.
The car has soul too. I don't know how to explain it, but I know it has a long life left to live. It always wants to go faster and always wants to be running.

So for a racer, him and I pair perfectly. With a hot cash injection for some shiny bits, it'll be one hell of a gnarly car. I'm excited to get the suspension and brakes fitted after I find a job to see what it'll be like around a track. I imagine quick given how much power it'll be turning out for the little weight it's carrying.

As for the job, nothing yet. Countless hours writing cover letters and resumes, and not even a phone call or interview yet. Jobs I thought I'd be perfect for, where I thought I had absolutely nailed the cover letter... rejection. It doesn't bother me though. I've been through worse, and I'm still here. Hopefully I get something high paying so I can really make this build something special.

P.S. "Black Stump"?



BTW, maybe time to move this thread to Project Central? But only if the thread remains intact. Listening, moderators? After all, this Calabek guy really isn't exactly a Newbie any more, now, is he?


I think the Project Central costs money.

I'll leave this one to your discretion, Snooz.

Calabek
06-15-2017, 07:28 AM
A few update pictures. Not running yet. Both myself and the guys doing the build have had personal issues arise. I'm not complaining - gives me more time to find a job while the car is still in pieces.

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This I had to show - it's a cover/sheath for the engine wiring loom. I saw this an instantly thought of that sexy lingerie your missus wears where you can see through it if you squint really hard, but it keeps some mystery. I really like it (yes, the lingerie and the sheath). It looks sleek and shows just enough colour (if you squint hard enough)

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This is a battery holder that's been built as we're relocating the battery into that section under where the washer bottle should go on the opposite side of the washer bottle (if that makes sense).

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This bit ^ (My washer bottle is on the passenger side - left side when sitting in the car facing forward - i.e. RHD)
The holder will stay skeletal and be bolted to the chassis section there. There's enough room and with a clamp it will be really secure. Very cool stuff.

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Absolutely adore the hatch on these wagons.

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Notice how disgusting this last picture is ? "What ? Disgusting ? How?" You ask ?

The JDM fuse box sticker flew off during bay prep. I've spent about 4-5 hours tonight though translating and eyeballing off of the below photo and I'm going to get one reprinted for myself. Not to talk myself up, but it's a perfect replica (without the scratches and fading though). I'm thinking about heading to the wrecker to find an English version to stick on the inside so I have the translation handy haha.

Would any of you guys be interested in a sticker for yourself ? I don't imagine it'll be expensive to post so I'd suggest somewhere around the $25USD mark shipped would suffice. But I can confirm the price when I head down. I don't mind sending just one or two off to help you guys out. Post or PM and I'll get back to you on it.

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Anyway. The boys told me it's about 1-2 weeks from go-time, but I'd suggest a bit longer given how busy they and I have been. Peace

tof
06-15-2017, 09:01 AM
P.S. "Black Stump"?


https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grenfell_Centre

A.K.A. The MIGHTY Black Stump -Brady Haran/CGP Grey, "Hello Internet" podcast.
Both are popular YouTube content creators. Both live in London but Brady grew up in Adelaide.

Calabek
06-15-2017, 05:59 PM
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grenfell_Centre

A.K.A. The MIGHTY Black Stump -Brady Haran/CGP Grey, "Hello Internet" podcast.
Both are popular YouTube content creators. Both live in London but Brady grew up in Adelaide.

Far out. So that's what it's called ? Nice one !
I have actually had a photoshoot behind the building. It's quite an interesting place with some great modern architecture (high-rise sort of stuff). It's hard to find that in Adelaide, let alone somewhere you can photograph. Here's a few pics.

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I suppose I'll have to go back there and try to shoot in the front. Although we'll see if I want to take the risk. There are only parks for taxis there and being in a modified car the police will take one look at me and try to get it off the road. :(

Dr_Snooz
06-15-2017, 08:59 PM
I'll leave this one to your discretion, Snooz.

It's not my discretion unfortunately. The Project Central requires a Foundation membership, or at least that's my recollection. There was some discussion about it, so maybe I'm wrong. I'll see if I can find that thread again.

...or one of the other mods can do me a solid here and refresh my memory?

tof
06-16-2017, 08:35 AM
Wow on the GTR pics. What can you tell us about it?

Calabek
06-16-2017, 05:24 PM
Wow on the GTR pics. What can you tell us about it?
Lots, I wrote an entire feature article on it. Click below:
https://www.adelaidejapanesecarspotting.com/blogs/car-features/paul-s-hakosuka-240z-feature-1

tof
06-17-2017, 09:10 AM
Glad I asked. Great cars. Great interview. And a beautifully race-prepped Z-car as a bonus. Thanks!

Calabek
06-26-2017, 08:52 AM
Glad I asked. Great cars. Great interview. And a beautifully race-prepped Z-car as a bonus. Thanks!

Thanks a lot man. It was my first, I was really excited and I think it went well. You wouldn't believe but he was car sitting at the time too. In the garage next to the Z was another Hakosuka !! This time in red. I was in awe. hahaha. He asked me not to say anything in the interview about it though. :P So I had to keep quiet.

Calabek
06-26-2017, 08:53 AM
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Had this sent to me tonight by one of the boys. I had literally never heard of or seen this before. Very race car.
(The tape is obviously for trial fits)

If you don't know what you're looking at it's the stainless steel cooling pipes. From what I've been told (someone please correct me if I butcher this) but their only benefit is that they never wear out, can never split or crack and never need replacing. They're very good at maintaining heat so the temperature compared to rubber is somewhat the same. The reason you can run this on the engine we've built as opposed to something else is due to the engine mounts being loaded with urethane. The stiffness means the engine won't sway or move too much which (if you had rubber engine mounts) could potentially crack the radiator mounts.

The welds will rust so it'll end up getting a lick of paint.

Until next time. Peace

tof
06-26-2017, 07:35 PM
sicker every day

Calabek
07-04-2017, 10:05 PM
Thanks tof !

Shot down there today as I finally got those stickers done. I got a good price, but for some reason he sent me 9. So if you guys want one I can send anywhere in the world for $10usd shipped. Here's a picture of how they turned out. I'm really fucking happy. Took me like 5 hours to mock up off a really shitty picture I had from ages ago. :lol: But I'd dare say they're near perfect. An exact replica. I'm going to find an English version in a wreck yard and stick it to the underside for translation purposes.

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In terms of the build it's actually a bit slow. Things have just come up in everyone's life. But we're at the tail end of it now so I don't mind too much. If the engine still wasn't in I'd be worried. Besides, I'm still unemployed so the longer it's down there the longer I have to find some money to make it something even more special. I'd love to see it dumped on it's ass when it leaves.

The guys found an old Integra lip (I believe) and put it on the front bumper. If you guys remember I didn't even have a lip which made the front sit stupidly high. It's nice, although in terms of colour I would have preferred it to match the trim just above it.

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It doesn't bother me too much. I plan on swapping this bumper out for the Series 1 when the money is available anyway.

Peace.

Calabek
11-08-2017, 10:47 PM
I'm back... got a job, working 6 days a week, moved out of home. More updates soon.

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gp02a0083
11-09-2017, 05:48 AM
awesome to have you back. This has to be one of my all time favorite threads on the forum, from the build quality/workmanship down to the documentation of the build. cannot wait to see this finished!

Dr_Snooz
11-13-2017, 09:35 PM
Yay!! Looking forward to seeing more good work!

Calabek
11-15-2017, 05:27 PM
awesome to have you back. This has to be one of my all time favorite threads on the forum, from the build quality/workmanship down to the documentation of the build. cannot wait to see this finished!


Yay!! Looking forward to seeing more good work!

Thanks guys :) Will be heading down to the shop today to purchase some coilovers. We're importing K-Sports from the states !

B0CKS
01-04-2018, 10:52 AM
I've been lurking through this thread for 6+ months, and I have to say, it's an inspiration! I mean, literally! I just bought my twin DCOE 45s and I'll be picking my B18B1 this weekend. Keep posting man, this thing is the coolest!

Calabek
01-05-2018, 06:52 AM
I've been lurking through this thread for 6+ months, and I have to say, it's an inspiration! I mean, literally! I just bought my twin DCOE 45s and I'll be picking my B18B1 this weekend. Keep posting man, this thing is the coolest!

Haha thanks man ! It has been a bit quiet, but I've been mostly waiting for the guys at the shop. They've undergone some pretty serious work at the moment and are at the tail end of moving shop. But we've ordered the coilovers so it should only be a matter of weeks before we get cracking back into it. We were told by KSport Australia that the coilovers are the first CA KSport coilovers the company has ever shipped in - so they are very special. They'll be the only ones in Australia for the CA platform. The Aerodeck just got rarer again.

As for the swap we're doing, I'm literally just waiting on them now. We're going to be making a few changes too - for example braided fuel lines and a few other bits I'll make sure I update on. All very exciting, we're aiming for end of February.

Calabek
05-23-2018, 07:04 PM
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Project Aerodeck is back. Couldn't stick around long yesterday but grabbed a few snaps of it getting cleaned before rolling into the shop and then Jake sent me the engine shot. Looking so good.
The roof and bonnet are so faded that the water makes it look like it has a clear coat. I need to get a cheap closed door somewhere after we've got the engine running.
I'm heading back down later today so expect more updates.

P.S. Coilovers are inbound, only a few weeks out. Soon it'll have a nice drop it so desperately needs.

Calabek
05-26-2018, 12:48 AM
No super update, just working on mounting and installing the heater core on Friday so i took some random pics.

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Gonna need new seats and a new steering wheel when we get it all back together. Maybe some era specific Recaros and a Personal wheel or something.

Going back Monday, more updates then :)

Calabek
05-29-2018, 04:50 AM
https://www.facebook.com/GaijinAerodeck/videos/1917224641635136/

Jake fitting up a return spring for webers. Check out that crispy response (click to play)

Calabek
07-11-2018, 02:45 AM
Car is still in the shop. The bloke doing the swap for me has had some personal things come up which has meant either I get in when he's not around or he doesn't go in on the day I'm down. It's been confusing, and annoying, but I won't get into it. All was forgiven when I got this sent to me today

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With a message "guess whose Aerodeck is getting dumped on its guts tomorrow? Meet me at the shop!"

:rockon:

B0CKS
07-11-2018, 07:23 AM
Car is still in the shop. The bloke doing the swap for me has had some personal things come up which has meant either I get in when he's not around or he doesn't go in on the day I'm down. It's been confusing, and annoying, but I won't get into it. All was forgiven when I got this sent to me today

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With a message "guess whose Aerodeck is getting dumped on its guts tomorrow? Meet me at the shop!"

:rockon:

:flash: YESSS

B0CKS
07-12-2018, 11:28 AM
:flash: YESSS

Just saw the news on Facebook, and I would like to amend my previous post to;

NOOOOOOOO

Dr_Snooz
07-12-2018, 07:01 PM
What happened?

Calabek
07-14-2018, 11:17 AM
:banghead: K :banghead: fucking :banghead: sport :banghead: sent :banghead: the wrong :banghead: coilovers :banghead: again :banghead:

How the fuck do you fuck up an order twice, after receiving every single dimension + pictures of the OEM shocks.

The front are at the lowest setting they'll go - still taller than the stock shocks! The top locator threads are also spaced incorrectly and don't fit in the shock tower.
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And on the rears, again they are super long even though they are in the shortest setting possible, they've also sent us a eyelet bottom mount instead of the fork.
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Dr_Snooz
07-14-2018, 06:47 PM
That's a bummer man. I hope you get it worked out quickly.

Oldblueaccord
07-15-2018, 01:15 AM
:banghead: K :banghead: fucking :banghead: sport :banghead: sent :banghead: the wrong :banghead: coilovers :banghead: again :banghead:

How the fuck do you fuck up an order twice, after receiving every single dimension + pictures of the OEM shocks.

The front are at the lowest setting they'll go - still taller than the stock shocks! The top locator threads are also spaced incorrectly and don't fit in the shock tower.
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And on the rears, again they are super long even though they are in the shortest setting possible, they've also sent us a eyelet bottom mount instead of the fork.
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K sport yeah thats not to surprising. :uh:

Calabek
08-14-2018, 05:38 AM
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KSport finally hooked us up.

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You'll have to excuse my photography. I'm usually much better but shooting on super bright days into the direct sun still gets me.

It's fucking perfect. Like Mona Lisa... if she were drawn in crayon. We left a little bit of height. Personally, I think absolute final form perfection would be another inch down, but the cops here man... not friendly. It'll already attract enough attention, I'm hoping the fact they can finger my gap should give me a bit of relief.

Tyres still sticking out the guards, but it looks so badass. A real muscle car of the 80s... JDM style.

Anyway, we fit a few heater hoses today, special ordered the top rad hose and I'm going back in tomorrow to help mount the battery, roll the guards and do some elec/susp checks.

So close!

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2ndGenGuy
08-14-2018, 10:48 AM
Man that does look hot!

Calabek
08-15-2018, 02:53 AM
Thanks dude!

Back at the shop today. Completed suspension checks and put all the pins into the ball joints. Then we took the bumper off and to my surprise, managed to straight it out a bit (see pictures). I thought it was a goner, but looks like ABS + a good ol' heat gun will get it going. Took the opportunity to give the rusty number plate holder a lick of paint

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I also took some time and started removing green tape left on by an ex-associate of SLT. Tiresome work but got about half the drivers side fender done in a couple hours. Glass cleaner that had alcohol and some elbow grease did the trick 👍🏻

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So close. This car is looking so mean. More to come.

B0CKS
08-15-2018, 05:38 PM
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KSport finally hooked us up.

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You'll have to excuse my photography. I'm usually much better but shooting on super bright days into the direct sun still gets me.

It's fucking perfect. Like Mona Lisa... if she were drawn in crayon. We left a little bit of height. Personally, I think absolute final form perfection would be another inch down, but the cops here man... not friendly. It'll already attract enough attention, I'm hoping the fact they can finger my gap should give me a bit of relief.

Tyres still sticking out the guards, but it looks so badass. A real muscle car of the 80s... JDM style.

Anyway, we fit a few heater hoses today, special ordered the top rad hose and I'm going back in tomorrow to help mount the battery, roll the guards and do some elec/susp checks.

So close!

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That rear view is hands down the best image ever uploaded to this site.

You are doing god's work man, beyond excited to see this finished.

(alsooo... I'm sure it's in this thread- but what lip is that?? That's the perfect look right there!

Calabek
08-16-2018, 03:11 AM
Thanks B0CK! That makes two of us, ey. Shouldn't be long now. Got some more work done today, I'll get onto that in a sec. But to answer your question, it was fashioned from 2x DA3 front lips joined in the middle. It looks like the JDM options ones that say "ACCORD" on them. It's a good fit too, but falls short on the sides where the bumper meets the wheel. Meh, still looks dope imo.

Onto todays goodness. I had to work today but whilst I was gone the battery relocation got smashed out and I had these snaps sent to me. 👌🏻 Fashioned from some spare steel and welded to the chassis. Gave it a lick of paint and blends right in.

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So good to get it out of the bay. This provides a much cleaner look. A great spot for it.

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Note: Not installed in above pic. Just showing where it's located in case you couldn't work it out.

For you eagle eyed followers you probably remember a different design posted up last year. Unfortunately it was lost in the shop move. No matter.

Not sure if upper rad hose came in today. Might not be back into the shop til Monday. Chat soon!

B0CKS
08-16-2018, 04:25 AM
Wow I hadn't even realized there was a second kind of lip, I searched wide and far before I had one specifically pulled and shipped, but it's the common < DA3 section one, and yours looks suuuuper nice. Might have to sell mine and start that search over again- since that's very much the right look.

And dangit dude, everything you're doing to this car is the right thing. I've got a Optima Red-Top in my monochrome engine bay and it always draws my eye, I hate to copy all your homework but jeez that battery location has always been such a good idea. How are going to access it? I noticed you cut that wheel liner, are you just be able to pull a section of it down??

Calabek
08-16-2018, 05:22 AM
Wow I hadn't even realized there was a second kind of lip, I searched wide and far before I had one specifically pulled and shipped, but it's the common < DA3 section one, and yours looks suuuuper nice. Might have to sell mine and start that search over again- since that's very much the right look.

And dangit dude, everything you're doing to this car is the right thing. I've got a Optima Red-Top in my monochrome engine bay and it always draws my eye, I hate to copy all your homework but jeez that battery location has always been such a good idea. How are going to access it? I noticed you cut that wheel liner, are you just be able to pull a section of it down??

Hahaha yeah I'm a big fan of it. I was surprised how well it came out given it was a DIY job.

Thanks so much man. I'm really proud of everything.
Copy away if you've got yourself a welder. Like I said, it's such a good spot for it because it's literally just an empty void of space.
As far as I'm aware we've planned to run cables back up to where the battery used to be and have a couple of terminals there that I can toggle if need be so when in storage I can make sure there's no draw on the battery and so I won't have to take the bumper off to take the terminals off... if that made sense. It's late here and English don't do too good.

Calabek
08-18-2018, 06:00 PM
Heading back into the shop tomorrow. I've got a detailer coming down to see what he can do about the paint although I already know the hood and roof are a lost cause as I barely got any clear coat on them when I did my rattle can job a few yeas back. So I'm trying to organise a vinyl wrapper to come down and do the in a standard gloss black on the roof and bonnet until I can afford a full respray. Still waiting on quotes, but I'll post up some shots of what the detail comes up like tomorrow.

Forgot to update about this, but I bought another climate control a couple months back.

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Saw it for sale in the 3geez group, spoke to the seller and he only wanted 40NZD shipped. Couldn't pass that up. Besides, the buttons on this one are better than mine and it's good to have a spare * just in case *

Calabek
08-20-2018, 04:47 AM
Detailer and I rocked up to the shop on time, waited around for a few hours before getting a message it wasn't opening today. :banghead: No explanation either. So unfortunately no updates today.

To make it up to you, here's something I tackled over the last week.

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I had a spare Aerodeck tail light hanging about so I turned it into a lamp for my bedside. No modifications made to the tail light so if I ever need to use it for the Aerodeck it's good to go.

Calabek
08-21-2018, 03:49 AM
It turns out you can polish a turd 😂

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(Please note that feral green tape has now been removed from both fenders)

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For those who didn't know, the car has a metallic flake through the black from factory - hard to capture on camera.

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It came up pretty schmick. Didn't think it was salvageable. I still wanna look into getting the roof and bonnet wrapped. I just don't think there's enough there to make it a good looking ride.

Went down to the auto shop where we ordered the top rad hose as we got a notification it was in Friday. Also picked up thermostat, some coolant, hose clamps, battery terminals etc etc. Final touches. Unfortunately however, the auto shop told us they couldn't find it. They were showing stock of it, but nothing. They looked for about an hour and it still didn't come up. :banghead: Super bad luck because that was the only one left in the country. So looks like we're back to playing the waiting game until we can source one.

On the plus side, we might finally be able to do something about that faded as rear hatch!

Dr_Snooz
08-23-2018, 06:30 PM
Can't you just use a universal flex hose? Car's looking epic, BTW.

Calabek
08-24-2018, 10:29 PM
Can't you just use a universal flex hose? Car's looking epic, BTW.

Good question. The universal hose kinks :( So unfortunately no bueno. We're hoping the stock hose will do the goods as it's shaped correctly. We managed to order it again and it was in Firday, but the fuckers lost the order.. AGAIN.

So in my last post I mentioned I was looking at getting it wrapped. Got a few quotes and the cheapest I found for gloss black was $600 install on site. Honestly not too bad, so I tried to tee up a time we could get him down to the shop, but instead was offered a respray on the panels for the same price. Not gonna say no.

We got started.

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Roughed up the surfaces, then hit it with primer. Still showed a few worry spots.

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I won't post all the shots... you get the point. It wasn't looking too too bad. Then we hit it with the base and ugh... it just looked fucking horrendous. Mainly because those panels had been resprayed so many times in the past. We found like 3-4 different coats.

It was so bad I didn't even take pictures. So before we got any further we pretty much decided we may as well do it correctly so we picked up some paint stripper and... well... decided to do it correctly.

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First time seeing this process. It was wicked.

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Check out the bottom corner of the bonnet. Scary stuff.

Finished up the night with this. Still unsure how we'll tackle the roof and hatch. But that's future Anthony's problem. Will be back on it next week. Until then!

Dr_Snooz
08-26-2018, 07:45 PM
Paint stripper. Sweet Jesus. That crap should only be sold with complimentary liver transplants.

Calabek
08-28-2018, 04:07 AM
Managed to strip the entire roof today. Hopefully getting the painter in tonight/tomorrow to get it finished off.

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Did an electrical check and everything is A-OK. Also put on the replica JDM fuse box cover sticker. If you want one shoot me a message, $25USD shipped anywhere.

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Ugh, I love how good this bay looks.

Literally just waiting on the top rad hose now and we're at turnover. 🤙🏻

Calabek
10-10-2018, 04:51 PM
** Drum roll ** We have start up!


https://youtu.be/v20l1KFvmAI

Have a fucking listen to that exhaust note too. Jesus, I still can't wipe the smile from my face. The video doesn't really do it justice, the thing rumbles hard. I could feel it in my chest yesterday. The popping you can hear is because we have an air leak in the Webers. It's been found and will be fixed today.

You may not have been able to see it in the video, but here's the coolant overflow. Since the mount for the stock one were already being used, Jake donated his Asahi overflow from his ED. Glass > Plastic (excuse the dust)

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I'm going down today so I'll get a snap of the paint work. Nothing done on the roof yet, waiting for good weather down here still before we do it. However the bonnet has been fixed up and primed. Looks brand new. Super smooth.

Dr_Snooz
10-12-2018, 08:52 PM
That's super sexy! Congrats!

Calabek
02-21-2019, 05:52 AM
I was hoping my next post would be one of me flogging the car down the street.
Unfortunately not I'm afraid. It's officially been 2 years since they've had it. I gave them notice. So the car will be done by 24th of Feb or I'm taking it elsewhere. (Time of posting this - 22nd Feb)
Since then progress has been speedy.

Paint has been finished. He went with a Satin finish. I would have preferred gloss... guess I'll give it a couple weeks and see if it grows on me.

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Hid the light relays. Looks much cleaner now.

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The biggest Japanese car event in my state is happening 24th Feb - I entered the Aerodeck and it was accepted. Hoping it's done.

We found that the dual linkage setup we were running was cheap china ebay crap. The rod was flexing in the middle causing the issues we were having. So we're getting rid of it and making up another. I'll include pics once it's on. It should mean the car runs perrrf.

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I guess you'll hear from me in a couple days with either good news of bad news.
Car needs a centre muffler something stupid. You could hear the thing from the other side of Straya.
Anyway chat soon.

Calabek
02-21-2019, 09:17 PM
https://www.facebook.com/GaijinAerodeck/videos/2263417663980599/
^ Click to play
:rockon::rockon:

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Here's a look at the new linkage kit. Simple stuff and works well. Car worked perfectly as soon as we started it up, idles perfect at 950 rpm.

He'll be tuning it later tonight and finishing up some smaller pieces before the show Sunday.

I am nervous as fuck though, the thing is so loud. It needs a center muffler. :nervous: Worried about the 5-0.

Oldblueaccord
02-22-2019, 02:47 AM
DANG....wrong hand drive very nice.

B0CKS
02-22-2019, 05:09 AM
https://www.facebook.com/GaijinAerodeck/videos/2263417663980599/
^ Click to play
:rockon::rockon:

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Here's a look at the new linkage kit. Simple stuff and works well. Car worked perfectly as soon as we started it up, idles perfect at 950 rpm.

He'll be tuning it later tonight and finishing up some smaller pieces before the show Sunday.

I am nervous as fuck though, the thing is so loud. It needs a center muffler. :nervous: Worried about the 5-0.

So geeked to see this!! Congrats man, its been a long time coming! :D Looks like you'll make it to the show in time, that's so rad!

And on a different note- I'm the guy who was asking about throttle linkages on FB, what kit did you end up going with? If you have sort of a link that would be awesome, my scrolling hasn't resulted in any kit that looks like yours, and I'd like to get a known working kit rather than chancing it since your initial linkage was (unfortunately) garbage.

Thanks man- and it's been a long time coming- glad to see it's wrapping up, this is certainly one of the coolest 3geez on the planet!

Calabek
02-22-2019, 08:09 PM
DANG....wrong hand drive very nice.
haha, that's what we call LHD over here. :P


So geeked to see this!! Congrats man, its been a long time coming! :D Looks like you'll make it to the show in time, that's so rad!

And on a different note- I'm the guy who was asking about throttle linkages on FB, what kit did you end up going with? If you have sort of a link that would be awesome, my scrolling hasn't resulted in any kit that looks like yours, and I'd like to get a known working kit rather than chancing it since your initial linkage was (unfortunately) garbage.

Thanks man- and it's been a long time coming- glad to see it's wrapping up, this is certainly one of the coolest 3geez on the planet!

Aw thanks Seth, yeah it's been a journey for sure.

So we ordered in two part numbers:

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Pictured above - 45041.009 Throttle Leveller

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Pictured above - 45048.005 Balance Leveller

I should probably also note the kit I was referring to as 'cheap china ebay crap' was actually a Redline kit. So... buyer beware.

Calabek
02-22-2019, 08:22 PM
After work yesterday I went back to the shop and a lot more work had been done. As I got in he was custom making a shift boot, he'd also hand made an antenna block off plate using the rubber gasket from the old one, the rear wiper arm was also painted and the car was running a lot better - less popping from the carbs, there was also a catch can he'd made up from a carby cleaner spray (just for the show as a bit of tongue in cheek).

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I'm at work today so I don't think I'll make it back down but from what I've been able to tell he has a wedding to attend today but he should be going back after. Has an exhuast leak to fix, the bonnet trim to put back on, the shift boot to finish and then clean all the dust off.

I'll keep ya updated. Next time you hear from me I'll probably have pics from the show :rockon:

Dr_Snooz
02-24-2019, 05:55 PM
Woohoo!! :rockon:

Calabek
02-25-2019, 02:41 AM
Well, I made it! My first drive with it was.. interesting. The car was running on 3 cylinders the whole way down and died every time I pulled up to a set of lights. It pissed me off given it had been running so well before the day of the event. I didn't really get to experience it.

Got in just before gates close. It was 37C degrees.

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I do media for a local car events blog here in Adelaide, SA and I just couldn't help myself but take hundreds of photos of my car and barely anyone else's. It's going to suck when I end up doing the write up, but I just couldn't stop staring at it. I barely moved from where I'd parked it. I gotta say it was easily my favourite car there.

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All day I had people come up and ask me about the car. I heard so much positive feedback. I really needed a day like this!

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I even had someone come up and ask to interview me about it! Absolutely stoked. Half way through though he asked why I had disconnected one of the spark plug leads and whether it was meant to be connected to the dizzy or not. Hahaha, we must have knocked it off while cleaning in the morning. At least it was a simple problem as to why it ran on 3 and didn't idle.

I also thought the Carby Cleaner catch can was a good 'tongue in cheek' touch. :P

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As the gates opened I left. Too hot and too excited to drive it again! It was running pretty damn well now (albeit needing a good tune). As I embarrassingly bunny hopped down the main strait where hundreds were watching me I finally got going and banged it up to 8k RPM. THIS CAR IS A FUCKING MONSTER! And it is stupid quick. I have never driven a car this quick before - you put your foot down and it wants you to go as fast as you possibly can!!

I took it to work and people said it was far too loud. Center muffler required.

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This car is a dream come true!

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Until next time

Dr_Snooz
02-26-2019, 08:36 PM
Hooray for 3geez!!!! Nice work!