adam-__- Posted January 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2009 (edited) NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO O O omg please don't, imo i don't think those mirrors suit the 70 shape, you need the square ones, they are too old :P Haha, don't worry, I would never put a scope or scoop on my car. :P Yeah, I bought these mirrors only because I saw them, I didn't think it through and wasn't a fan of them at first, but it's grown on me. Which mirrors are you talking about? Personally not a fan of those Starlet mirrors on eBay and the ones that do look good cost $200+. :wink: Edited January 8, 2009 by adam-__- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Jamie Posted January 13, 2009 Report Share Posted January 13, 2009 rad looking car, must be a pretty quick little thing. tho i don't know how you can be bothered putting up with all the tyre rub and clearance issues. nice work, keep it clean and subtle :y: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam-__- Posted January 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2009 Thanks, Jamie. The car doesn't go too bad at all. Definitely enough power to have some fun in. The tyre rubbing is annoying, but you get over it and you don't really notice it much. I guess it's similar to driving with a locked diff. At first it's frustrating to drive, but then you get used to it. There's been a few times where I just wanted to sell the wheels off though. Just get something a little less aggressive and something that doesn't rub. haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam-__- Posted January 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 My locked diff has been removed! ;) Some/most people would probably call me a pussy for taking it out, but I got over it. I don't really slide this thing much/at all, it makes bullshit noises, hops when taking a turn and has killed tyres I just purchased recently. Only advantage I saw was that I didn't get stuck on driveways when one of my wheels lift off the ground. Disadvantages outweighed the advantages so out it went. Next thing to be removed/replaced is the Sierra shocks. I need some droop so that my wheels stay on the ground when going into driveways. :) I'll be purchasing some Commodore wagon shock next I think. Might even down grade spring rates all round, not sure yet. The last mountain drive I did, the car seemed to hop around quite a bit, but I think the locker had a factor in it. Will give another drive and decide from there I guess.. Oh I'll also be purchasing some 86 power steering arms, not so much for the extra steering lock, but for the steering speed. Car's now aimed at a more comfortable daily hills drive type car. Don't know why I had it setup for drift to be honest, wasn't really ever into it. :y: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleRedSpirit Posted January 15, 2009 Report Share Posted January 15, 2009 My locked diff has been removed! ;) Some/most people would probably call me a pussy for taking it out, but I got over it. I don't really slide this thing much/at all, it makes bullshit noises, hops when taking a turn and has killed tyres I just purchased recently. Only advantage I saw was that I didn't get stuck on driveways when one of my wheels lift off the ground. Disadvantages outweighed the advantages so out it went. Next thing to be removed/replaced is the Sierra shocks. I need some droop so that my wheels stay on the ground when going into driveways. ;) I'll be purchasing some Commodore wagon shock next I think. Might even down grade spring rates all round, not sure yet. The last mountain drive I did, the car seemed to hop around quite a bit, but I think the locker had a factor in it. Will give another drive and decide from there I guess.. Oh I'll also be purchasing some 86 power steering arms, not so much for the extra steering lock, but for the steering speed. Car's now aimed at a more comfortable daily hills drive type car. Don't know why I had it setup for drift to be honest, wasn't really ever into it. :) Nice to see you've worked it out. They handle great if you install suspension that actually works. :y: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam-__- Posted January 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 (edited) The conversion from 'drift' setup to 'street' setup has begun. I've just purchased a new pair of shocks for the rears. I ended up getting the Commodore wagon shocks. After quite a bit of research, these were the best option for my rear's ride height and budget. 86 power steering arms have also been purchased, these can be used for the extra lock it provides over the standard arms, but I got them for their quicker steering. And something not related, I also got a gasket set to suit the 4AGE. Time to replace the valve stem seals once and for all. This means I've got a pair of Sierra shocks up for sale and a pair of standard 86 steering arms if anyone's in need of it. My front 8kg 210mm free height springs could also be up for grabs. I'll be attending a dyno day down here in Melbourne and will try and see how much power my car's putting out. ;) Hoping for at least 70 killer wasps or more under the rears wheels. Will keep everyone updated. Edited January 20, 2009 by adam-__- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ltzgmp-ke70 Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 just so you know. . . .still jealous. . . . :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeschmo_57 Posted January 23, 2009 Report Share Posted January 23, 2009 70rwkw would be pretty phat. is it the 7 rib block? joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam-__- Posted January 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 (edited) It's the 3 rid block as far as I know. And the dyno today, I got... there late. So didn't get a chance for a run. Maybe next time. My new rear shocks have also been installed and so far with normal street driving, I've noticed a little less wheel rubbage. I'm thinking the Sierra's were holding the springs down lower or something. Not too sure. Edit: I've also got droop in my rear suspension now! It's got similar/same amount front and rear (about 80mm). Springs are no longer captive, but it shouldn't be a problem as long as my car's not airborne for 5sec+. :) My power steering arms are expected to arrive on Monday, so hopefully those will be in by Monday night. My gasket set arrived on Thursday also, but I can't start changing the valve stem seals just yet. I need to get my hands on a valve keeper removal/installer tool which I'll be borrowing off a member on Toymods. Edited January 24, 2009 by adam-__- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
71crazy Posted January 25, 2009 Report Share Posted January 25, 2009 man that looks sick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam-__- Posted January 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 Cheers mate. Alright, power steering arms are now in. Wasn't as straight forward as I'd hope it would be. Had a little trouble taking the old steering arms off the tie rods. Here's a gif to show you the differences in lock. I purchased the power steering arms for the quicker steering and you can tell there's a difference already. Steering's gone a bit heavier but no big deal. Smallest lock is standard, second is with the lock spacers (URAS slip on items) and the final and most lock is from the power steering arms as well as the lock spacer. The most lock was achieved from the power steering arms, but they set me back $150 compared to the slip ons, $20. You get what you pay for. I've got the valve stem removal tool on Thursday, will be replacing the seals tomorrow hopefully. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ae174agze Posted January 30, 2009 Report Share Posted January 30, 2009 man your rocketing along, i'm catching up tho :y: how tight is your turning circle ahahaha get some picies of the valvestem job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falken_KE30 Posted January 31, 2009 Report Share Posted January 31, 2009 Yay for Extra Lock... looks good Adam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLW42 Posted January 31, 2009 Report Share Posted January 31, 2009 Well done mate that looks wicked Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adam-__- Posted January 31, 2009 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2009 Thanks for the comments guys. It's crazy how tight my U-turns are now. It doesn't feel right having the car turn so much. :P Valve stem seals won't be done today, I killed my back last night and can barely move without these sharp pains. :y: I'll take a few photos though, was thinking of doing a set by step guide, but there's really no need. Look below. http://www.aeu86.org/index/engine-diy-4age...4156/post=75407 Currently bidding on a Nardi Classic steering wheel and waiting on bank details of a guy who I hopefully will be getting a fixed back driver seat off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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