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I've been keeping a build log on another forum for the last 3 months and now I'm going to transfer it all over here. So you are going to get a flood of updates, but then things are going to trail off as I have a 4 year old son and 7 month daughter at home and opportunities to sneak out to the garage are few and far between.
I ordered my 818 in November of 2012 while at SEMA.
Finally took delivery in December of 2013:
http://i.imgur.com/6pi3ugO.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/XdddnjQ.jpg
Planned Build:
Primary Donor will be a 2005 Saabaru
Engine:
ej205
V.8 JDM long-runner intake manifold
V.9 TMIC
VF48
JDM pinks
Spec C turbo inlet
Transmission:
Quaife LSD
Suspension/Brakes:
STI Brembo's
STI front aluminum LCA
Aluminum rear lateral links
GTSpec trailing arms
Interior:
EVO IX seats
Zero/Sports gauge cluster
S202 Steering wheel
Got all of the body panels off and the frame up on my chassis dollie.
http://i.imgur.com/uivafkO.jpg
Made a custom set of wagon length aluminum lateral links. Had to press the camber bushings out of a pair of rear steel arms and press them into a pair of forward aluminum arms.
http://i.imgur.com/xXnBKua.jpg
I shipped the transmission off to Andrewtech for a rebuild and to install the quaife lsd. Once they get it open we will discuss the possibility of installing upgraded gears if they are needed.
No pictures of the disassembly of the 4 donor axles, way to messy to touch my phone, but after lots and lots of cleanup we have this: rear outer joints, FFR supplied half-shafts, front inner joints.
http://i.imgur.com/5adc9Tp.jpg
Finished axles with bonus pic of depowered rack in the back ground; all lines removed and plugged, inner piston removed also.
http://i.imgur.com/ikEuWWK.jpg
GTspec trailing arms:
http://i.imgur.com/viSlZEU.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/brp50Tk.jpg
Firewall is installed. Mounted the coil over brackets onto the aluminum LCA's and installed. Steering rack is mounted. My upper control arms are scheduled for delivery on Friday and I can finish the front suspension.
http://i.imgur.com/choX7uy.jpg
I made some ABS sensor delete plates:
http://i.imgur.com/NsCLgdf.jpg
Upright adapters installed and painted. ARP studs installed:
http://i.imgur.com/QedJv1M.jpg
06-07 backing plates installed, Godspeed Adapter Brake Shoes, and ARP studs:
http://i.imgur.com/Pli5kyD.jpg
I've been playing with the steering columns too. I have an 02 sedan and the 05 Saabaru columns. I want to use this S202 steering wheel, but because the S202 didn't come with airbags, it didn't use a clock spring and I will loose the use of the horn and turn signal cancelation. I was poking around on japanparts.com and I think I found the part I need. I ordered it today. Hopefully it will work and I'll have OEM functionality.
http://i.imgur.com/LgWeDTN.jpg
Got my transmission back from Andrewtech:
http://i.imgur.com/fFu2Spu.jpg
One of the issues people are running into is the left LCA is rubbing on the firewall. Most people are cutting the end of this thread off to gain clearance, but that doesn't solve the issue that you can't put a torque wrench on the nut once you have set the ride height. There are some 40mm hole plugs in the firewall of the donor cars. I chose to cut 40mm holes in the firewall where I needed them. This will allow me to properly torque the nut once I set the car down and it stops the thread from contacting the firewall. You can't tell from the pic, but because of the concave shape of the hole plugs the LCA no longer contacts anything during it's rotation. The passenger side shows the shape more clearly, but on that side there is plenty of room due to the location of the firewall.
http://i.imgur.com/O39zRMj.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/Sg0A7uP.jpg
Front suspension is hung and master cylinder is mounted.
http://i.imgur.com/2pSbKJf.jpg
Clutch and brake pedals mounted. Steering column temporarily hung; I'm going to be shortening it to get rid of an ugly gap between the 818 dash and the column. Working on drilling and riveting the drivers side aluminum panels.
http://i.imgur.com/bC2NBeh.jpg
Brought my engine to the house also. Time to clean this up and install some goodies.
http://i.imgur.com/bvzABXm.jpg
Shortened the steering column. I took advantage of the fact that we have a collapsable steering column and put it in a press to take 1.75" out of it. I added another notch in the splines also to add adjustability. It started out 32.5":
http://i.imgur.com/34KuYl1.jpg
This is what it looks like in the stock location (big ugly gap between the dash):
http://i.imgur.com/qyLkYFL.jpg
Here is what it will look like when it's done; I designed and ordered my mounting plate through emachineshop.com, just waiting for it to get here:
http://i.imgur.com/Jka6uzI.jpg
STI steering joint mounted through the new notch on the splined section:
http://i.imgur.com/uUvZH3A.jpg
SPT mounts and a titanium key:
http://i.imgur.com/HE8YbQC.jpg
Nose mounted with radiator set in place:
http://i.imgur.com/XlXEveP.jpg
Drivers and Passenger aluminum riveted in place and Boyd Welding Aluminum fuel tank set in place:
http://i.imgur.com/iuhVeFP.jpg
Exposed shifter assembly from K-tuned:
http://i.imgur.com/osSIowm.jpg
Was to cold yesterday to work in the garage so I mounted the taillights and played around with the LED bulbs that I picked up for them:
http://i.imgur.com/yASDgFk.jpg
My S202 combination switch and column cover arrived yesterday. Now I will have an OEM functioning horn and turn signal cancelation.
http://i.imgur.com/NeO6dCr.jpg
Our USDM light and wiper stalks bolted right on and our wiper stalk has the circuit for the horn already.
New clutch and flywheels installed:
http://i.imgur.com/Ta7jGAm.jpg
Engine all cleaned up. JDM V8 intake manifold, Spec C Turbo Inlet, Beatrush Pully
http://i.imgur.com/d52qzJM.jpg
And it's in!
http://i.imgur.com/tmWzibz.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/AW6cGTL.jpg
Matching Beatrush Alternator Pulley and turnbuckle tensionser:
http://i.imgur.com/gTPl4pa.jpg
JDM V.9 Top Mount:
http://i.imgur.com/VSl4gXA.jpg
Axles are in:
http://i.imgur.com/zGd6Y4t.jpg
And rear brakes:
http://i.imgur.com/1mGJdp5.jpg
Front Brakes:
http://i.imgur.com/i64hh33.jpg
Finally for my parts in from emachineshop.
Steering column spacer:
http://i.imgur.com/iMdrLed.jpg
Bolted to the steering column:
http://i.imgur.com/6onTrC3.jpg
No ugly gap between the dash:
http://i.imgur.com/1Ds7cZU.jpg
Added dead pedals to both sides and picked up these heel pads on ebay:
http://i.imgur.com/4eg6Oay.jpg
Shift rod arm, I'm going to make a new bracket for the push/pull cable next that will account for the shorter throw and correct the geometry:
http://i.imgur.com/pTGhYvN.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/LVDqgHU.jpg
This is how much space is saved over the stock hardware:
http://i.imgur.com/hWHEy86.jpg
So the FFR supplied throttle cable mounts using a 1/4" stud in a 1/4" hole, but you can't pass the cable end through a 1/4" hole and FFR provides no solution for this. People on the forums have been finding different ways to mount it using slotted fender washers, c-clips or a combination of the above. This is my solution:
A 1/4" hole to mount the cable, a 9/16" hole to pass the cable end through, and a slot to join the two.
http://i.imgur.com/v26o69B.jpg
This way I can pass the cable end through the larger hole and then slide the cable over to the smaller hole and pass the 1/4" mounting stud through the smaller hole.
This is the finished product with a plug installed in the 9/16" hole:
http://i.imgur.com/Izlhj46.jpg
metalmaker12
03-07-2014, 07:45 PM
Wicked nice job man!!! I really like those Sti plates, I was looking at them earlier on ebay, prob going to copy since I am running an Sti and Sti bits.
Mechie3
03-07-2014, 07:51 PM
Lots of nice work!
RM1SepEx
03-07-2014, 08:09 PM
excellent job!
Very clean and some elegant mods/solns
Frank818
03-07-2014, 09:17 PM
Shortened the steering column. I took advantage of the fact that we have a collapsable steering column and put it in a press to take 1.75" out of it. I added another notch in the splines also to add adjustability.
This is what it looks like in the stock location (big ugly gap between the dash):
http://i.imgur.com/qyLkYFL.jpg
It's funny I didn't see this in any other thread.
It's funny I didn't see this in any other thread.
Most have been making covers for the gap; eg: (http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?10525-Wayne-Presley-VeryCoolParts-Build-Thread-H6-power&p=123516&viewfull=1#post123516)
Some have gone as far as cutting and welding the u-joint, but all you really have to do is put the column in a press and you can make it any length you want. I am going to be doing it again actually as I have sourced an S202 steering column now. I won't bother with notching the splined section this time, I'll just press it a little shorter.
gwarden
03-07-2014, 10:15 PM
Very nice work
Who has the plans for the cable adapter on the tranny I like that piece
Xusia
03-07-2014, 10:16 PM
Does pressing it do any damage?
gwarden
03-08-2014, 01:24 AM
Also like your abs delete tabs are you going to sell any of this stuff?
Slatt
03-08-2014, 03:29 AM
Subscribed, so to speak. Beautiful work. I've no specific questions right now, but please make good notes about that steering column work for when I get my kit in. And what does "Spec-C Turbo Inlet" mean for us EJ207 V8 owners?
K3LAG
03-08-2014, 01:02 PM
I also would be interested in tranny cable adapter if you are interested in selling them.
Larry
AZPete
03-08-2014, 01:08 PM
rori, can you explain more on pressing the steering column shorter? Mine has a steel tube on the outside and I don't see how it would compress.
Goldwing
03-08-2014, 02:03 PM
Some great looking fixes here. I'm a fan of the shift selector arm mod for sure.
Does pressing it do any damage?
rori, can you explain more on pressing the steering column shorter? Mine has a steel tube on the outside and I don't see how it would compress.
No, no damage.
The outer sleeve should be two metal tubes. You can press the actual steering shaft into the outer tubes first. I think that gains you about 1.5". If you need/want more you can press the two outer sleeves together and then press the inner shaft in again. I've done 2 columns so far just playing around and will do a third once my S202 column gets here. No problems so far.
And what does "Spec-C Turbo Inlet" mean for us EJ207 V8 owners?
You may already have one then:
http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d97/domozitolk/Spec-C_inlet/P-sC-W_inlet_pipe.jpg
Frank818
03-09-2014, 01:29 PM
Made a custom set of wagon length aluminum lateral links. Had to press the camber bushings out of a pair of rear steel arms and press them into a pair of forward aluminum arms.
http://i.imgur.com/xXnBKua.jpg
Do you sell these?
I may need new ones, they look superb!
Do you sell these?
I may need new ones, they look superb!
No, You just need two sets of forward lateral links from a wagon and a pair of the camber bushings from your steel rearward arms
Frank818
03-09-2014, 05:04 PM
And you bought the 2 sets on ebay?
Mitch Wright
03-09-2014, 06:25 PM
Nice work and beautiful Shift linkage.
metalmaker12
03-09-2014, 11:13 PM
On the links, I did the same thing, but you need adjustable ones for the rearward set to get proper alignment, unless FFR change something.
Bob_n_Cincy
03-10-2014, 02:08 AM
Shortened the steering column. I took advantage of the fact that we have a collapsable steering column and put it in a press to take 1.75" out of it. I added another notch in the splines also to add adjustability. It started out 32.5":
I suspect like others, I was surprised the steering column could be shortened.
Shortening my column is on my list, but I didn't know how.
I found this page in the service manual.
Now I will Have room for a quick release hub.
Bob
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=26819&d=1394435208
wleehendrick
03-10-2014, 10:51 AM
I suspect like others, I was surprised the steering column could be shortened.
Just to play devil's advocate, I'll point out that the collapsible steering column is a safety feature. A small amount of shortening may be acceptable, but compressing most of the range of motion would be risky. Since I doubt anyone will be using airbags in their 818, if you do shorten the column, I hope you have a harness. In the case of a front-end collision, the combination of no airbag, rigid column and three-point belt is a recipe for a fractured sternum.
Frank818
03-10-2014, 11:05 AM
Since I doubt anyone will be using airbags in their 818, if you do shorten the column, I hope you have a harness. In the case of a front-end collision, the combination of no airbag, rigid column and three-point belt is a recipe for a fractured sternum.
That's sort of what I thought. I personally gotta be careful if I use that method, as I don't plan on using a harness, at the moment. Of course no air bag!!
Pearldrummer7
03-10-2014, 12:08 PM
Wow! Looks really good! What belt did you use for the alternator?
DodgyTim
03-10-2014, 01:10 PM
I think the steering column only collapses inbetween the column mount and the flexible joint (not between the mount and the steering wheel), to prevent the steering wheel being pushed into you in a major front end hit, when the car changes length!
I don't think it would make a difference to your chest hit as long as you don't compress it too far
wleehendrick
03-10-2014, 01:29 PM
I think the steering column only collapses inbetween the column mount and the flexible joint (not between the mount and the steering wheel), to prevent the steering wheel being pushed into you in a major front end hit, when the car changes length!
I don't think it would make a difference to your chest hit as long as you don't compress it too far
OK... that makes sense, to account for the front crumple zone. The 818 has a 'crumple zone' with the perforated radiator supports. If there's such a major impact that the steering rack is impacted in an 818, there's lots to worry about! Personally I would rather do to, but that's a decision for each builder.
freds
03-11-2014, 04:48 PM
[QUOTE=rori;142715]Shortened the steering column. I took advantage of the fact that we have a collapsable steering column and put it in a press to take 1.75" out of it. I added another notch in the splines also to add adjustability. It started out 32.5":]
rori, thanks for "wising-us-up" to this. I just never thought about the collapsible feature of the column. I've done mine now and it is sooo easy!
This should go into the "Suspension, Steering and Brakes" thread.
fred
AZPete
03-11-2014, 06:06 PM
Duh, why didn't I think of compressing the compressible steering column? I was planning to cut & weld the column u-joint until rori came along! Thanks, rori!
AZPete
03-11-2014, 10:31 PM
Rori, several guys have said you should sell parts to us. If you want to do that - great. But, if you don't, is there any way I could get the parts you designed through emachineshop? I downloaded their CAD program but then thought you have already done the design so perhaps there is an order number or other way to get the steering column spacer and shift rod arm from emachineshop?
Rori, several guys have said you should sell parts to us. If you want to do that - great. But, if you don't, is there any way I could get the parts you designed through emachineshop? I downloaded their CAD program but then thought you have already done the design so perhaps there is an order number or other way to get the steering column spacer and shift rod arm from emachineshop?
I'm looking into it. Expect a feeler thread soon in General Discussions. I was looking at pricing today; it is expensive to order a quantity of 1 of anything. It should be much cheaper if I buy them in larger quantities and sell them on. I ordered my push/pull bracket as well and would like to be able to offer it with the shift arm, but it won't be required.
07FIREBLADE
03-12-2014, 12:08 AM
Just remember that if you do end up selling these you will have to become a vendor. I am hoping that you will sell these. Getting ready to start my build and I would like to do these mods.
Ravendas
03-13-2014, 11:44 AM
Nice work! It's nice to see someone else from OK doing a build. Fair warning: I'll probably have questions for you once I get really started in on my build. ;)
DMC7492
03-14-2014, 08:47 AM
Rori, when you reinstalled the rear lateral links where did you put the letter that is printed on the link?
I took mine off and some one said they have a slight angle to them. Mine have a letter "S" one end.
Rori, when you reinstalled the rear lateral links where did you put the letter that is printed on the link?
I took mine off and some one said they have a slight angle to them. Mine have a letter "S" one end.
I think they are symmetrical, but if I remember right the letter was on top on the chassis side when they came off of the donor. I don't think I put them back in any particular order.
Finally have a steering wheel. I probably should have given up on the S202 wheel long ago. I picked up the S202 wheel on NASIOC and thought a factory non-airbag wheel would be an easy bolt on. Wrong. First I needed the S202 combination switch and then the steering column cover. Those actually bolted onto the 02 WRX steering column, but the stub on the 02 column was too long for the wheel to mate with the combination switch. I got lucky and sourced an S202 steering column and finally everything went together.
http://i.imgur.com/orJ5vzr.jpg
For those who were interested here is a picture of the shortened column on top of a stock column. You can see that I pressed the outer sleeve in about 1" and then the actual steering shaft can be pressed into the sleeve about 1.5" until the thicker part of the shaft is flush with the end of sleeve.
http://i.imgur.com/v21erQp.jpg
Wayne Presley
03-16-2014, 07:29 AM
Rori, how tall are you?
Rori, how tall are you? 5'7"
I'm already planning on seats with sliders and height adjustability.
I didn't like the angle that the throttle cable passed through the firewall and attached to the pedal. It sounded like it was trying to saw through the cable sheath because of the odd angle.
I picked up a couple of beveled 1/4" washers:
http://i.imgur.com/3VyQOWd.jpg
And ended up with this:
http://i.imgur.com/9KRXmg4.jpg
Installed the VF48:
http://i.imgur.com/nC1l0jD.jpg
The shock tower brace doesn't clear the V48. It's resting on the waste gate arm before I can lower it enough to bolt it on:
http://i.imgur.com/OpEHieV.jpg
Fixed!
http://i.imgur.com/rDx3CMp.jpg
APS Cast Divorced Bellmouth:
http://i.imgur.com/KGR3yUM.jpg
flynntuna
03-21-2014, 05:01 PM
Sorry to hear that the cowboys lost. Go SDSU!
This is how the FFR supplied bracket is modified after cutting it down for the K-tuned shifter cables and moving it forward for the aluminum shift arm:
http://i.imgur.com/yB7trEz.jpg
This is the bracket that I came up with:
http://i.imgur.com/3IIIehd.jpg
Mounted with the supplied bracket from Waynes K-tuned kit:
http://i.imgur.com/oKQLlAG.jpg
I've been running brake lines. Lots of work, not much to show for it. I've wasted more brake line than I've used. After I thought I was done, I had to trash and completely remake a section that I found out interfered with some AL panels that have to be added later. I need to run the clutch line next.
Front brake lines run to a proportioning valve and then T to either side:
http://i.imgur.com/uhfKZD4.jpg
Cooling lines and rear brake line ran down the drivers side:
http://i.imgur.com/Y9fVDG2.jpg
This little guy hitched a ride in a GR TMIC that I bought from Florida:
http://i.imgur.com/fqeZKTm.jpg
Clutch line is finished.
I painted the center console and permanantly mounted the k-tuned shifter; looks pretty slick. I need a shift knob though. I want something OEMish and leather. Not having much luck finding anything though.
http://i.imgur.com/B0ywH2F.jpg
I've worked the last two days pulling the wiring harness from the donor. This is just the dash and forward harness:
http://i.imgur.com/eqxKGKz.jpg
Pulled the rear harness and the tank harness today. Still need to pull the doors, roof, and hatch. The wiring is not going to be fun.
C.Plavan
04-26-2014, 09:48 PM
Looking great.
Did you just put the shifter plate under the aluminum center console? I'm trying to think of how to mount mine. Yours looks great. Any tips?
Crazy snake. That is funny.
Santiago
04-27-2014, 05:47 AM
Wow, that snake must have been quite the surprise when you opened the box. =)
There's a pet-project name hidden in all this..."Top Mount Snake" springs to mind, but it sounds like the title to a porn movie...or a rodeo clown's name...
longislandwrx
04-27-2014, 08:26 AM
I need a shift knob though. I want something OEMish and leather. Not having much luck finding anything though.
http://i.imgur.com/B0ywH2F.jpg
Go for broke...
28338
https://www.subarugenuineparts.com/product_info.php?products_id=1311
Looking great.
Did you just put the shifter plate under the aluminum center console? I'm trying to think of how to mount mine. Yours looks great. Any tips?
Yes, you will have to trim the plate to fit between the frame rails, then mark where you need to cut. If you look above at the picture of my steering wheel you can see the center console marked for cutting in the background.
Go for broke...
28338
https://www.subarugenuineparts.com/product_info.php?products_id=1311
Unfortunately Subaru's are threaded for 10x1.25 so they won't work. The k-tuned is threaded for 10x1.5 since it is meant for Honda's.
longislandwrx
04-28-2014, 07:12 AM
Fill It with JB weld, drill and retap!
MrDude_1
04-28-2014, 10:05 AM
Fill It with JB weld, drill and retap!
Drilling it out and Helicoiling it (or any other shifter that he likes) is also a solution.
With that in mind.. almost any OEM shift knob would work. No need to limit yourself.
wleehendrick
04-28-2014, 10:41 AM
I got a k-tuned knob, just to keep it similar, but I'm second guessing myself now... black anodized Aluminum with an open top in CA? Maybe should have got a leather knob!
bompus
04-28-2014, 11:09 AM
I may end up going with a delrin shift knob. I remember seeing some delrin oil filler caps that were marketed to not burn you when you touch it, and sure enough there are delrin shift knobs out there for 10x1.5. Torque Solution makes one, but I am sure there are others.
longislandwrx
04-28-2014, 11:26 AM
Delrin is perfect for this application, Doesn't get fiery hot in direct sunlight. I got mine on ebay for $20 Very happy with it. I don't usually buy knockoff stuff but its just a ball with a hole in it so I figured why not.
Triathletedave
04-28-2014, 11:31 AM
I see you have your coolant lines mounted. Looks great. Did you just use the 4 rubberized clamps to mount it to the frame, or did you use extra mounts in the front section as well to secure and ensure clearance around the steering rack and LCA? I'm just about to mount the same tubes, but am concerned about clearance inside the foot box, past the LCA, and around the steering rack. Any chance you could post a few pics of your front end coolant tube mounting?
Also, have you sorted where you will mount your lower seat belt brackets (if you are using the donor belts that is)? I was thinking of mounting mine on the diagonal brace just above the coolant tube in your picture.
Cheers,
Dave
C.Plavan
04-28-2014, 11:33 AM
I bought an aluminum knob. Heat doesn't matter when you have to wear fireproof gloves anyway :)
I see you have your coolant lines mounted. Looks great. Did you just use the 4 rubberized clamps to mount it to the frame, or did you use extra mounts in the front section as well to secure and ensure clearance around the steering rack and LCA? I'm just about to mount the same tubes, but am concerned about clearance inside the foot box, past the LCA, and around the steering rack. Any chance you could post a few pics of your front end coolant tube mounting?
Also, have you sorted where you will mount your lower seat belt brackets (if you are using the donor belts that is)? I was thinking of mounting mine on the diagonal brace just above the coolant tube in your picture.
Cheers,
Dave
I put two more clamps on the angled frame bar below the LCA's and I'm going to put two more on the vertical angled bars behind the radiator. I'm waiting until my radiator placement is finalized with my radiator spacers and the radiator brackets I ordered from Mechie3.
I haven't decided on seat belt mounting yet. I'm going to wait until I have my seats mounted.
Mechie3
04-29-2014, 11:41 AM
Sorry again for the delay on the brackets. Let me know how they fit.
Triathletedave
04-29-2014, 01:41 PM
[QUOTE=rori;150938]I put two more clamps on the angled frame bar below the LCA's and I'm going to put two more on the vertical angled bars behind the radiator. I'm waiting until my radiator placement is finalized with my radiator spacers and the radiator brackets I ordered from Mechie3.
That is exactly where I had mocked up a few extra brackets as well. Create a solid mount and maximize clearance on the steering rack. That was the one really tight spot that I was worried about. Appreciate the feedback.
Custom 17mm sway bar:
http://i.imgur.com/BSYf5Bm.jpg
This is what an entire WRX harness looks like spread out on the floor:
http://i.imgur.com/o6VeO4A.jpg
longislandwrx
05-06-2014, 06:31 AM
Nice sway bar.. care to share what you did?
ruckus racing
05-24-2014, 06:00 PM
Very nice. Cant wait to see the progress
Nice sway bar.. care to share what you did?
I contacted a company that would custom make sway bars. The cost ended up being much more than was reasonable. I had wanted to offer them for sale, but I just can't justify the cost.
This is the harness laid out straight after removing everything I didn't want. The plan is to rotate the dash harness and lay it lengthwise along the car under the center console. I think this will get all of my plugs close enough to where they need to be that I shouldn't have to extend much.
http://i.imgur.com/oBS57MA.jpg
I deleted:
Fog lights
Washer pumps
Cruise control
ABS
SRS
HVAC
Clock
Heated Seats
Power Mirrors
Power windows
Cargo lights
TGV's
PCV
Rear Defroster
HID leveling motors
I'm trying to keep the security system/keyless entry.
This just felt like a FML moment and I had to snap a pic. I'm so OCD about everything, but that seems an impossible task with wiring:
http://i.imgur.com/9Irsh15.jpg
The wiring is now entirely lying in the car. I think the only plugs that will need to be extended are the two that go to the transmission; the speed sensor and reverse switch. The taillight harness, fuel pump harness, and the engine harness plugs can be shorted a lot, they are way too long. I'm working on cleaning up the wiring and getting it all wrapped and protected. Hopefully I'll be doing a test start soon...
Odyssey PC680 and ebay hold down:
http://i.imgur.com/yEJtVHx.jpg
The SPT intake looks like it is going to be a really nice fit:
http://i.imgur.com/SLmvXuM.jpg
C.Plavan
07-01-2014, 10:16 PM
I have the Cobb intake- I wish I would of gotten the SPT. That looks like a much better area with the side vent cut out. Nice work.
I have the same battery and aluminum mount. I should be installing it this week.
A tour of my wiring; I tried to place everything where it would require the least amount of modifications to the factory wiring. I was trying to minimize having to extend wires. I was able to shorten a lot of wires though:
The under hood fuse box mounted nicely here on the front frame reusing the stock mounting brackets:
http://i.imgur.com/OdXHSdV.jpg
Horns, Headlights, and chirp are mounted across the upper radiator support:
http://i.imgur.com/IjdPZrR.jpg
Battery mounted:
http://i.imgur.com/b9oXrYL.jpg
Interior fuse block, relay block, and the body control module:
http://i.imgur.com/ozB0rZD.jpg
Some relays and the keyless entry module:
http://i.imgur.com/94vq1t2.jpg
Security module mounted in the center console:
http://i.imgur.com/ShJAHvY.jpg
ECU and main relay will be mounted on the back of the firewall. Fuel pump controller is mounted on the cross brace and the security alarm on the opposite side:
http://i.imgur.com/iv5pryx.jpg
Drivers side engine and transmission wiring:
http://i.imgur.com/G7nixky.jpg
Hooked up the battery and nothing sparked, smoked, or caught on fire. I guess that's a good sign. The keyless entry and alarm appear to work. I need to top off all the fluids and maybe I'll be able to do a test start soon.
http://i.imgur.com/py2i5Ar.jpg
Frank818
08-04-2014, 09:20 PM
Hey Rori, where are you now?
Progress has been painfully slow lately.
Here is my remote reservoir setup for the clutch and brakes:
http://i.imgur.com/pf0lc4o.jpg
Dash is installed; the Zero/Sports gauge cluster has an integrated shift light. I made a center console to hold the radio, hazard, outlet, OBD, and a toggle switch for tuning.
http://i.imgur.com/5YgPDNC.jpg
Rear wheels finally came in; still waiting on the fronts...
http://i.imgur.com/Di5913R.jpg
Hindsight
11-18-2014, 10:55 PM
Very clean!
Bob_n_Cincy
11-18-2014, 11:57 PM
Love your interior.
Bob
Frank818
11-19-2014, 08:19 AM
Wow it took a while before you posted, yes, but look at how clean, shiny and awesome the result is!
How do you call those footstep protectors on the floor? I'm trying to get something similar that I'll bolt on my carpet, but I name them wrong and can't find any result.
EDIT: Think I got it, it's a foot rest.
Mechie3
11-19-2014, 09:27 AM
Your garage floor is far to clean for someone building a car. :)
Hindsight
11-19-2014, 09:47 AM
Haha I thought the same thing and started googling garage floor epoxy after seeing that pic.
Mechie3
11-19-2014, 10:12 AM
My garage is epoxied. It's still a mess with metal shavings here and there, parts here and there, wheels here and there, tools here and there..... lol.
flynntuna
11-19-2014, 01:14 PM
There's a thread in the roadster section worth reading,( what turns a ok/good build into a great build) yours looks like a great build.
The garage floor looks great too, unfortunately mine's not a candidate for epoxy.
I wanted to try a different technique for the grilles. I bought several samples of old windshield rubber from Steelerubber and settled on this one: http://www.steelerubber.com/master-ch-359-40-0359-99
I ordered some plastic grille mesh on eBay and ended up with this:
http://i.imgur.com/LiykKwS.jpg
The rubber installs around the outside of your cut first. I couldn't get it to make the tight corners without deforming so I had to cut it and butt the ends together.
http://i.imgur.com/7hDxFUz.jpg
This is what the back side looks like. I cut the extra rubber out on the corners to help everything to lay flat and then the flaps hold the grille mesh in place. No need for additional fasteners or adhesives:
http://i.imgur.com/eYmRswt.jpg
What do you think of my rear end redesign? I wanted to find some production parts that I could incorporate into the kit. This 2012-2013 Kia Soul front grill fit amazingly well.
http://i.imgur.com/8gzR1u9.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/w7lpvhR.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/n1j2Vch.jpg
Wayne Presley
01-19-2015, 08:51 PM
That is thinking outside the box... Looks very nice!
Bob_n_Cincy
01-19-2015, 08:59 PM
WOW, I love it.
It looks really nice. Like factory and OEM.
When I first glanced at the first pic; I thought you had a white Tesla Roadster under the cover:
https://www.google.com/search?q=white+tesla+roadster&es_sm=91&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=uLu9VLavAsGVNvy6gYgH&ved=0CAgQ_AUoAQ&biw=1919&bih=958
C.Plavan
01-19-2015, 09:28 PM
Very nice!
Aero STI
01-19-2015, 09:53 PM
I bought that same honeycomb plastic grille material about a month ago. :)
svanlare
01-19-2015, 09:57 PM
I'll say it fit amazingly well. Very nice. Where are the exhaust tips from?
I'll say it fit amazingly well. Very nice. Where are the exhaust tips from?
They are from Pypes. They only sell them in pairs; if you're interested I can sell you the other one I have. They are a 3" inlet. PM me.
shinn497
01-20-2015, 12:11 AM
That looks amazing! I'm also digging the wheels what are those?
07FIREBLADE
01-20-2015, 12:32 AM
Nice build, looking at your build thread though what brake reservoirs are those? Did it come with rubber hose if so what is it?
metalmaker12
01-20-2015, 04:04 AM
Cool idea dude!!can you show the inside and how you trimmed bumper etc.
That looks amazing! I'm also digging the wheels what are those?
57xtreme
Nice build, looking at your build thread though what brake reservoirs are those? Did it come with rubber hose if so what is it?
They are from Wilwood, they came with the hose.
Louisromersh
01-20-2015, 11:12 AM
What do you think of my rear end redesign? I wanted to find some production parts that I could incorporate into the kit. This 2012-2013 Kia Soul front grill fit amazingly well.
http://i.imgur.com/8gzR1u9.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/w7lpvhR.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/n1j2Vch.jpg
Dang RoRi I'm kinda in love with this upgrade and it does not look that expansive todo.
http://www.kiapartsdepartment.com/parts/2013/Kia/Soul/Plus?siteid=216393&vehicleid=392203&diagram=2455012
Thanks
Cool idea dude!!can you show the inside and how you trimmed bumper etc.
The grille surround has 10 tabs around the outside edge; I cut notches for all of those tabs to pass through. Then there are 4 screw holes across the top. I added a nylon rivet to the bottom corners where it wraps under the car. If I did it again I would probably try cutting off all of the tabs and just securing it with the 4 screws and the rivets underneath. It fits well enough that I think that might be enough. One of the tabs lined up with the crease towards the bottom of the FFR bumper so it filled in the gap nicely. If you were going to try to mount it without the tabs; you would have to keep that tab and shape it so there wouldn't be a gap there.
http://i.imgur.com/SBg5muZ.jpg
flynntuna
01-20-2015, 01:12 PM
Yours is an example that a good mod doesn't need to be expensive or difficult.
AZPete
01-20-2015, 04:01 PM
Another creative solution by the same guy who solved the steering column problem! I really like your . . . (can I say this?) . . .rear end.
Now, how about a Rori solution to the front hood hinge?
Frank818
01-20-2015, 05:31 PM
Can you still fit the diffuser under that?
Erik W. Treves
01-20-2015, 06:26 PM
WOW! I like it!!!!!!! great job!
longislandwrx
01-21-2015, 06:59 AM
Rear wheels finally came in; still waiting on the fronts...
http://i.imgur.com/Di5913R.jpg
:eek:
great job on everything. what sizes/offsets did you settle on? Front 18x8.5 +33 / Rear 9.5 +40?
:eek:
great job on everything. what sizes/offsets did you settle on? Front 18x8.5 +33 / Rear 9.5 +40?
Front: 18x7.5 +40
Rear: 18x8.5 +42
I finally got word from Japan that the front wheels are done. They are going to ship them by air to me since I have been waiting so long. Hopefully not too much longer then...
Mechie3
01-21-2015, 01:24 PM
Can you post a photo of your exhaust and how it routes?
Can you post a photo of your exhaust and how it routes?
It's not done yet. But that is why I mounted the rear bumper cover, so I can focus on that next.
longislandwrx
01-21-2015, 03:20 PM
Front: 18x7.5 +40
Rear: 18x8.5 +42
I finally got word from Japan that the front wheels are done. They are going to ship them by air to me since I have been waiting so long. Hopefully not too much longer then...
nice. interested to see how all your clearances are. I would love to run a brz fitment because a shop nearby usually has them on hand. I was on the fence about the machining, but for $200 it just looks so cool.
I think this wheel is perfect.
... the only other one that might make me change my mind is the RS05RR $
nkw8181
01-25-2015, 06:32 PM
Can you still fit the diffuser under that?
I second this question
Can you still fit the diffuser under that?
I second this question
You could trim it if you still wanted to use the FFR diffuser, but I'll probably make a new diffuser to match the new flat edge of the bumper.
C.Plavan
03-12-2015, 09:52 AM
Hey Rori-
Can you snap a picture of where you SPT intake is in relation to the side pod vent? Is the filter in a good area to draw cold air from the pass side vent?
I need to get mine near the side pod vent on my R.
I see two different part numbers for that SPT intake, any idea which one you have?
Thanks!
wallace18
03-12-2015, 10:29 AM
You are doing a fantastic job! Well done, I like your mods!
metros
03-12-2015, 06:54 PM
That interior work is beautiful. Very high level quality and just so clean looking.
Hey Rori-
Can you snap a picture of where you SPT intake is in relation to the side pod vent? Is the filter in a good area to draw cold air from the pass side vent?
I need to get mine near the side pod vent on my R.
I see two different part numbers for that SPT intake, any idea which one you have?
Thanks!
soa8431000
http://i.imgur.com/ANEwyd7.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/NWbDvEo.jpg
You are doing a fantastic job! Well done, I like your mods!
That interior work is beautiful. Very high level quality and just so clean looking.
Thanks!
metros
03-13-2015, 06:12 PM
That picture is really helpful for me as well. Looking at using that location for an oil cooler and was curious how much space I had to play with. Looks like a lot more than I had anticipated.
How many inches between the coolant tube and fiberglass?
ben1272
08-04-2015, 07:19 PM
How's the build going? Please dont keep us in suspense!! Great job so far.
fogleroller
02-27-2016, 08:59 PM
Rori,
How's the build going?
metros
02-27-2016, 10:47 PM
He's got to be done by now. I'd love to see pictures.
ben1272
06-20-2016, 09:09 PM
Rori, check in! I hope you are well and still building!
I've struggled with the decision to make this post, but the car as it sits is now for sale: http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?21478-FS-Partially-complete-818S-10-000&p=243165#post243165
It pains me to walk away from it, but I have cancelled my order for the hardtop and coupe nose as I realize that I am not going to have time for it anytime soon. I hope it can find a good home and I'll get to see it completed some day.
Wayne Presley
07-08-2016, 04:06 PM
PM sent
I'll take it
Canadian818
07-08-2016, 06:35 PM
Wow Wayne, you practically stole it at that price! Congrats on the sale I guess.
metros
07-08-2016, 07:37 PM
^Not practically - He did steal it! Congrats to Wayne for snatching that up. From what I saw in this build thread everything that was done looked great.
longislandwrx
07-11-2016, 07:14 AM
Good look with your new project. Every time I look at my steering column spacer I will send good thoughts your way.
Frank818
07-11-2016, 06:39 PM
I've struggled with the decision to make this post, but the car as it sits is now for sale: http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?21478-FS-Partially-complete-818S-10-000&p=243165#post243165
It pains me to walk away from it, but I have cancelled my order for the hardtop and coupe nose as I realize that I am not going to have time for it anytime soon. I hope it can find a good home and I'll get to see it completed some day.
Oh crap we're all sorry to hear that.
Good news is 30mins later it was sold to the best possible buyer. loll