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It would look dope, I'm just curious, because I know CF is not nearly as flexible as ABS, how would you bend it to fit our bumpers? I was planning on making a CF lip of my own at one point, but then realized the amount of damage I would receive driving on Oregon's roads.Quote:
Originally Posted by 4g63lover
Honestly, if I went CF I would have a professional body shop put it on and modify it to fit. Bodywork and paint ain't my thing. I'll do everything under the hood and under the car but I dont trust myself with bodywork.
A little update.
I'm back to hunting for a trans. Too bad I missed out on the 375 deal, but I had to help my parents send money to the P.I. for my grandmas funeral. I'll get my money back once the wire transfer that fell through is reverted back to my dads account. But once again I will start making phone calls and looking for the right trans to get my swap done by march.
I was looking at some pics, and I saw Denvers clutch line set-up and thought it was pretty baller. But we'll see, Denver is sending me an OEM line so we'll see. I also found quite the deal on clutch pedal, master, slave, shifter, cabels, etc. for 325 on club3G but still gotta see if the guy still has it.
Well, figured I'd fill you guys in but its been pretty hard on everyone around here this past week and the car was pretty much the last thing on my mind.
Also, I'm pretty sure the auto just lost overdrive cuz its fucking loud when cruising on the highway and the trans is hesitating to shift once passed 65 mph on the higway. and the check engine light is on... woot.
Nice project man! Hope you finish it soon!
ok, so still trying to hunt a trans dwon, this shit is getting old. lol. I'm taking my time just because I'm looking for a deal. if anybody knows of a trans being sold for less than 400 bucks please let me know!
a little update
this is how she sat a week ago. Black fenders, etc.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC02774.jpg
this is how she sat yesterday
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC02783.jpg
needs a wetsand, some clear, polish, and possibly a buff.
5-speed news: I should get the clutch/brake pedal and the shifter by the end of this coming week or beginning of the next. I also have a bag of bolts for the shifter.
so the parts list right now:
2G ACT flywheel
2G Centerforce clutch
3G brake pedal (in transit)
3G clutch pedal (in transit)
3G shifter (in transit)
bag o' bolts lol
so if I understand correctly I need
trans, TOB, shifter cables, master cylinder, slave cylinder, misc. wiring, washers, u-clip, and starter.
if I'm missing anything please chime in.
wanna paint my bumper?
hahaha work looks good man
thanks bro. lol I'll paint your bumper. But it'll have to be in the summer.Quote:
Originally Posted by CHICAGO_ONE
I want some close ups of the fenders Jigz ;) Also don't forget the master to slave line.
got that covered. I will get close-ups when I get her cleared and polished bro!!! trust me I want to do a photoshoot so bad. lolQuote:
Originally Posted by Proto
UPDATE UPDATE!
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03004.jpg
So I have in my possession:
Centerforce Clutch (2G)
ACT Streetlite Flywheel (2G)
shifter assembly
pedals
bag o' bolts
clutch master
slave
in transit:
TOB
axle seals
shifter cables
still needed:
Trans. LOL
master to slave line
misc. fittings
2G starter
2G flywheel bolts
2G clutch bolts
washers
misc. wiring
misc. fluids
shift boot
shift knob
I've spent $490 so far. Still shopping for a trans and trying to stay within budget. $1000.
I'm pretty sure that's all I need. So wish me luck.
good luck bro. good luck.
Getting closer bro. GL
Thanks guys!!
I actually got a little excited and bored today. lol. So the clutch/brake pedals and the clutch master are already on the car.
so I have an automatic Galant with a clutch pedal. It's ok though since I barely drive it anyway.
anyone know of a cheap trans let me know!!!!
Lol its ok. I road around like that for 2 months lol.Quote:
Originally Posted by 4g63lover
haha. I bet having to pull the shift lock by hand everytime you drove got annoying. lolQuote:
Originally Posted by 01galant01
Nope. Just bend the cable back and call it a day lol. Seriously just pull it and bend it.Quote:
Originally Posted by 4g63lover
installed the clutch and brake pedals.
the brake pedal took me about 10 minutes once I got the seat out of the way, and the clutch pedal took about an hour. Woulda taken less than 30 mins if I could find the right bolts for the master.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03116.jpg
Master cylinder installed but still plugged.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03117.jpg
haha I got excited. Shifter cables should come in this week. Havent shopped for anything else cuz of the accident with the Lancer. 5-speed shopping progress will continue next week.
I got the master from Rockauto.com and got the pedals from mko.
Im kidnapping you when i do mine lol
Did someone look into the 98-02 Mirage and 03 Lancer transmissions. They have the same engine orientation, but just smaller engines 1.8L and 2.0L. Some Lancers are O.Z edition and they came with the 2.4L, I think
I believe the Mirage transmissions have different bellhousings than the 4G64/63 bellhousings.
cuz on the Mirage forums when they swap the 4G93 for the 4G64 they always have to replace the trans with either a 8G/3G automatic or a 3G manual.
wtf. I keep double posting!!!!!
I got the shifter cables today.
So all I have left to get besides the actual trans lol is flywheel bolts, clutch fluid reservoir, lines and fittings, and 2G starter.
I'm going to go hunt for a trans at the local pick-n-pull on the 13th.
If the flywheel is not too bad and can still be resurfaced, I might ditch the 2G flywheel and go with the 3G one. that way I wont need a new starter or flywheel bolts.
its totally easier the 3 g way but the 2 g has cheaper clutch kits. a lame as trade off. glad to see you still are going 5 spd ^.^Quote:
Originally Posted by 4g63lover
yup its 5-speed or bust for me this season. lolQuote:
Originally Posted by Ivory8g
the 2G clutch still work with the 3G flywheel, so I'm still going to be using the 2G Centerforce clutch.
Yeah but you will have to get a new starter. Like $35 tho not too bad.
nah, you only have to replace the starter if you use a 2G flywheel, but if you retain the 3G flywheel and use the 2G clutch you wont have to.
Denver had that set-up on his black I4.
Good looking car, first time ive looked at thise thread. Keep up the good work.
thanks dude. I fucking love this car!Quote:
Originally Posted by wright06jhs
fucking A!
just called pick-n-pull and it looks like I wont be doing the swap anytime soon.
this is getting frustrating
turns out they dont have any Eclipse newer than 1994. and no Stratus' newer than 98.
Son of a Fucking bitch!
well, trying to get the car aesthetically ready for Normal atleast.
got the door filled, so no more dings, came out pretty good.
wetsanded.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...DSC03351-1.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03352.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03353.jpg
tomorrow, wetsand both fenders and throw on another coat of paint, hopefully I can clear it.
how the car sits as of right now
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03356.jpg
pretty good work their cant wait for u to do the swap
thanks man. I can't wait for the swap either. I'm putting it off for a little bit still deciding if I should get an LSD and I got an idea I got from a friend that would make this swap epic.Quote:
Originally Posted by jimmy_o2
Looking good so far! Nice progress.
Painted. Color and clear. Going to wetsand and polish tomorrow if I get to it.
came out decent. considering it's rattlecan I think it looks spectacular. spent less than $100
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03361.jpg
going to wetsand the orange peel for a smooth gloss.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03360.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03362.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03364.jpg
question, once I wetsand the clear with 2000 grit, should I lay another layer of clear or just go straight to polishing it?
slight setback:
I wetsanded the orange peel and as I was laying the next coat of clear, I didn't relize the temperature was under 60*.
its now back to a smooth wetsanded surface. we're supposed to have 60+ weather tomorrow so I will lay another couple coats of color and a couple coats of clear depending on humidity.
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03379.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03380.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03382.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a1...g/DSC03384.jpg
What I got done today.
I'm kind of disappointed in how it came out. As I was laying the clear down, a gust of wind blew into the 12" gap between my garage door and the ground and blew dust onto the surface. Didn't realize it until it was all dry.
Another thing, the bondo looked and felt smooth before laying the paint down. The same when it came to the flat color coat and while wetsanding but once the clear dried there is some mildly noticeable imperfections.
Last but not least, there is slight color mismatch. Once again, was not apparent until the clear was dry.
Tomorrow's agenda is another crack at clear wetsanding and polishing/buffing.
I guess it'll do until I get her painted for a color change.
Although, I will put it out there that this is the first time I've ever done any major body work. So I guess its not bad, I'll take it as a learning experience and keep practicing on smaller things. Also thinking about taking a body shop course during this coming fall.
Jiggz, I gotta give you mad props. Body work is a PITA and although it may not be 100% perfect, remember you are a novice, using basic materials. I think the shit looks HOTT and would definitely come to you for help on any DIY paint/body work
thanks Jon!Quote:
Originally Posted by CHICAGO_ONE
Well, hopefully after I wetsand it and poilish it it evens the color out a little better.