dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 I thought I posted my build but can't seem to find it maybe its the fact that I don't know were to post it because thier is no "toyota other" catergory for it lol incase one did not know I have a 1972 Toyota Carina and it is a mix cross breed of a corolla and celica, celica chassis and corolla engine and drive train so be prepared this is long here we go!! Thanks to all that has help along the way with your knowledge, tips, info and posive feedbacks!! May 13, 2008 Car came from down south 44,000 miles orginal, I even have the original title,sales tag,& all paperwork/history. With the help of great friends (Morales Auto Care, Old School Toyota Car Club & If I forgot to mention anybody I am sorry). Here are some pics of when I recived her and the work that is in progress, Hope you like and as always your feedback is apreciated. Shout outs to Morales Auto Care & OSTCBPT when I recived her Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 Motor, tranny removed and rebuilt by Morales Auto Care Off to the body shop for body work and paint here is the seat that I need Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 May 15, 2008 last finishing touches, wrapped all wires/cables,lines. I know it's bootleg but does the job, thankgod for aluminum foil, tape and plastic bags. needed to inspect the car thoroughly for more rust or any hidden surprises.not as bad as I thought. removed all seats, its like no one ever sat in the back you can see the plastic that covers the seat when it come of the assembly line, floors are nice and solid, it's amazing what kind of condition this car is in. sliding ragtop/sunroof Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 May 27, 2008 had a little time to kill...thought I'd post some pics and keep this thread alive alittle...nothing big but good to keep in mind and for my online record/log... polished the sh-t out of the headlight trims etc..made the mistake of not taking before shots now I learned my lesson..belive me these lights looked light crap..Macho can vouch..Macho look ;D got some stuff in the mail today..courtesy of euroexports..Thanks Juan sand blasted a couple of parts at my boys bodyshop..then primed and repainted at my house.. my little hanging drying rack ;D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 May 28, 2008 came from the shop (Morales Auto Care) and picked up some more stuff to get ready here are some more pics but with BEFORE and AFTER shots this time :dance: you see I learned...Cheito show your dad these pics..lol I bought that thing and look at the results. ;D oil pan before oil pan after before ac compressor with lines...look at all the rust espically the lines/fittings.. after look no rust, now all it needs is paint. can't belive how nice they came out. not that big of a deal but its big to me because both my boys helped me with this, so I am proud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 May 31, 2008 just picked these from powder coating..what do you think, I think they came out really nice, you have to see it when the light hits it :dance: June 03, 2008 Went to the body shop to see how things are going, alittle slow but good things come to those that wait, plus its not good to rush. a.c compressor painted, pully will painted diffrent color Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 sanded and started to paint the twin cam rear end that will go onto the carina :( June 04, 2008 almost finished the rear. clean and repainted the brake lines..almost look like new..thought I'd paint the caliper red to see how it would look..I don't know...what do you think... :y: really aint feeling it..I think I will paint silver.. June 08, 2008 Got these today,Thanks to Feracing parts are coming slowly but will come out nicely once completed :dance: June 09, 2008 went back to the body shop to see how things are coming along etc.. sanded the insides of the bumpers and applied rust converter as well as painted the bumper brackets polished the bumpers alittle bit will do it agin tomorow during the day to take better lookin pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 June 11, 2008 got some more stuff today, here are my rechromed light frames (bling bling) my ebay oil catch can that I am going to use as a coolant overflow/Resvervoir Tank also went to the shop to try on these wheels...and almost didnt recignize my hood..damn down to bare metal! :dance: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 they are nice...but they sort of look like my old konig rewinds/fake panasport... :dance: but again they are nice..would look sick with the gold in the center..but I need something to go with chrome bumpers and trims :y: como they say bling bling baby :( June 11, 2008 these came as well... new pedal pads June 13, 2008 I gotta thank pocket rocket for the best info and hook up on my new seats...again I owe you...and we all know I searched all over the planet for this :) take a look tell me what you think..this guy is on point and here is the proof!! big thanks to Peter from New Haven Auto Interiors. Thank you so much. June 20, 2008 Got this in today as well...used but fine by me.. :( before shot of grill emblem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 wifey took a pic of me polishing it and the result June 23, 2008 this came in today in the mail to complete my MSD set up.. also went to the shop..helped sand down the engine bay alittle... tryd the wheels again with the car lowered...I have a lot of room to play with, they do fit after all.. :dance: put my 2boys in the trunk and also had some help holdin her down to see how she looks alittle lowered, not that bad at all..what do you think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 June 26 2008 I have a cousin that works at bmw dealer ship body shop..and got hooked up with these off a 2007 model.. He knew that I was going to install H.I.Ds on my car..so I removed the kits off them and installed on my ebay H4 6024 lights what do you think.. body shop called they can't match the paint to be exact :dance: but they did come close with another color I really liked it, they are shooting it this weekend I have my fingers crossed :roll: they primed the engine bay then sprayed under coating after sand blasting the frame were the fenders sit on and fornt end as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 June 28, 2008 no doubt... :dance: in deed I did, but its not in the greatest condition, that is gonna be my winter project :y: removed the paint off radiator and then polished it..will do some more again in the a.m. I also need to repaint the black parts after polishing. June 28 2008 came from the body shop again...great news take alook.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 June 30 2008 bad news but not that serious...just a little bump stop that had to be dealt with...although thoughtful, the body shop took it upon them selves to leave engine bay original to match the trunk..I of course did not like the color but loved the new color so I decided to spray engine bay the same color as the outside as well as trunk..so there we have it car is completely one custom color..take alook and I am sure that you will agree with our decision. engine bay in process of new color the new color trunk in process of new color to match also, I like and admire the fact that they are detailed, masking job is crazy on point. had to bring in some muscle to influence my decision (wifey in the background for inspection and defense) :dance: July 2 2008 finally have her home..started to put her back together, at the same time adding a few things here and there such as power antenna. also take look how the trunk came out...they did a really good job masking and detail. I am going to paint the tank like new. and whatever else that needs to be touched up or repainted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 July 6 2008 little progress so far.. July 21 2008 she's almost complete got some last minute touches on my end before the motor and tranny gets put in..then back to body shop to get wet sand and buffed out..then fully detailed & she's all set..I hope....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicaneddy Posted January 25, 2010 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2010 July 24 2008 I am a happy man right now got some more parts in today... adjustable cam gear teflon wrapped stainless steel brake lines July 26 2008 killed some time so I put the wheels on still high due to no motor also cleaned up the top with vinylex little expensive but well worth it. take a look what do you think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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