1994 Version Sti RA.... Restoration Project.
21 February 2013, 08:50 PM
#181
Shh Jura they are a secret 
we don't want everyone to know how good they are 
Bought a few bits from Alyn at AS Performance this week in preparation, 22mm whiteline adj rear ARB, whiteline rear drop links and finally a set of Goodrich brake lines.
Also sent for some new wheels nuts and lockers and I have a set of mudflaps on the way... The details of which will be revealed when finished as I wish to keep a few things up my sleeve along with my choice of wheels which I am yet to order
One question guys.... I'm thinking of the front plastic inner arch liners.... How much are these new? Mine are a bit grubby I can either clean them up and maybe give them a coat of plastic paint to spruce them up for when they do get put back on or I can finish it off with a new pair cost permitting that is.
Anyone out there with a part number,cost or web link so I can find out some more information?
I'm going to spend a few hours on the car Saturday as yet we have not started taking it apart but fingers crossed its not far away now to start.
we don't want everyone to know how good they are Bought a few bits from Alyn at AS Performance this week in preparation, 22mm whiteline adj rear ARB, whiteline rear drop links and finally a set of Goodrich brake lines.
Also sent for some new wheels nuts and lockers and I have a set of mudflaps on the way... The details of which will be revealed when finished as I wish to keep a few things up my sleeve along with my choice of wheels which I am yet to order
One question guys.... I'm thinking of the front plastic inner arch liners.... How much are these new? Mine are a bit grubby I can either clean them up and maybe give them a coat of plastic paint to spruce them up for when they do get put back on or I can finish it off with a new pair cost permitting that is.
Anyone out there with a part number,cost or web link so I can find out some more information?
I'm going to spend a few hours on the car Saturday as yet we have not started taking it apart but fingers crossed its not far away now to start.
23 February 2013, 02:02 PM
#186
but they did put me in contact with someone else that can supply them new when I'm ready cheers bud 
Well after talking with Andy this morning I'm pleased to say the strip down all baring an earthquake will start on Monday and the shell will be off to the body shop
it's been frustrating to have a 7 page project thread with no major action as such so hopefully in the next few weeks we will be well under way and I will have some great pictures and my head will be spinning 
but on a positive I've got everything pencilled out and it's given me a chance to research a few areas.Picked up the last but one part of the jigsaw this morning as well
Si
08 March 2013, 04:53 PM
#187
Right at last a proper update on actual work so far
I'm not sure if I should be in a stress panic or not at the moment but I actually feel quite relaxed and considering what the car looks like at present I think I'm doing well
Anyway I'll let the pictures show you where we are at the minute, I've not seen the car stripped I've just received the pictures for now and will be going to have a closer look at things and write my list of jobs to do out on Monday
I'm not sure if I should be in a stress panic or not at the moment but I actually feel quite relaxed and considering what the car looks like at present I think I'm doing well
Anyway I'll let the pictures show you where we are at the minute, I've not seen the car stripped I've just received the pictures for now and will be going to have a closer look at things and write my list of jobs to do out on Monday
11 March 2013, 07:51 PM
#197
I wish Ollie
All organised Ian and very similar in price
Had a look over the car today and decided on how to break things down by job, all looks good to me it's just nuts and bolts I'm told
The list in general is to split items into job lots
1. Anything that needs sandblasting.
2. Separate all loose nuts/bolts
3. Struts & springs
4. Remove old brakes to reveal hubs in order to prep
That's just for starters, we are also splitting engine and gearbox to check the clutch is fitted correctly, it seems daft not to now its apart then I can clean and paint gearbox if needed then clean the engine etc... For me if I break things into tasks I can get through it a lot easier without it cracking me up
Gearbox serial number....
I'll be replacing a few bushes after talking with Alyn at AS as now its stripped certain ones are easy to do, also I need to clean all the bolts up and research what I can do with them in regards coating as stainless are not an option since they are bespoke.
Small steps
Had a look over the car today and decided on how to break things down by job, all looks good to me it's just nuts and bolts I'm told
The list in general is to split items into job lots
1. Anything that needs sandblasting.
2. Separate all loose nuts/bolts
3. Struts & springs
4. Remove old brakes to reveal hubs in order to prep
That's just for starters, we are also splitting engine and gearbox to check the clutch is fitted correctly, it seems daft not to now its apart then I can clean and paint gearbox if needed then clean the engine etc... For me if I break things into tasks I can get through it a lot easier without it cracking me up
Gearbox serial number....
I'll be replacing a few bushes after talking with Alyn at AS as now its stripped certain ones are easy to do, also I need to clean all the bolts up and research what I can do with them in regards coating as stainless are not an option since they are bespoke.
Small steps
11 March 2013, 08:44 PM
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Hi Si,
Just popped in to have a read of these thread for your new project. I must say that you have defiantly got your work cut out lots of 'blood, sweat and tears' along the way and when it is done she will look special. Good luck Si on this restoration project....your gonna need it.
Darren
Just popped in to have a read of these thread for your new project. I must say that you have defiantly got your work cut out lots of 'blood, sweat and tears' along the way and when it is done she will look special. Good luck Si on this restoration project....your gonna need it.
Darren
11 March 2013, 08:56 PM
#203
More work than I thought it would need Si, but sometimes you forget the age of these cars now (time goes fast when your having fun)!!!
I know with you Si it will be mint at the end and I am sooooooo looking forward to seeing it somtime in the flesh!
11 March 2013, 11:17 PM
#205
No tears Darren but probably some sweat and maybe only a little blood no need to let it frighten me it's just a car in bits
Frayz I got to keep a tight game as I know your watching and I have to show you what us old uns can do
Hey Richy..... Yes mate it's more than I expected but I'm not surprised about it as I did have my eyes wide open before day one ready to expect and it's only when it's in bits the true story reveals itself. Andy was also impressed with the shell he feels that it has aged very well indeed.
Next step will be front and rear bumper removal then the wind deflector needs to come off the drivers side and the windscreen needs to come out for rust removal and paint around the arial base.
no need to let it frighten me it's just a car in bits Frayz I got to keep a tight game as I know your watching and I have to show you what us old uns can do
Hey Richy..... Yes mate it's more than I expected but I'm not surprised about it as I did have my eyes wide open before day one ready to expect and it's only when it's in bits the true story reveals itself. Andy was also impressed with the shell he feels that it has aged very well indeed.
Next step will be front and rear bumper removal then the wind deflector needs to come off the drivers side and the windscreen needs to come out for rust removal and paint around the arial base.
12 March 2013, 07:05 PM
#209
I've been doing a little research today on plating etc quite interesting really what's about I had not realised, I need to find someone local to me as I am a little nervous at sending a box full of bolts and such off with a courier just in case they go missing as what a nightmare that would be to replace since they are all so bespoke.
Also I dropped on a local sand/bead/soda blaster so I shall be calling in on them to see if they will be able to assist with all the bits I need cleaning back, I'll update on this as and when I find more out.
Also I dropped on a local sand/bead/soda blaster so I shall be calling in on them to see if they will be able to assist with all the bits I need cleaning back, I'll update on this as and when I find more out.
12 March 2013, 07:44 PM
#210
Soda blasting is very good Si. Just be aware that if you get anything done that has any fine oil ways etc then you can never always get all the media out.
Even with an ultrasonic wash I wouldn't ever media blast an engine block for instance.
Exterior stuff it's superb.
Even with an ultrasonic wash I wouldn't ever media blast an engine block for instance.
Exterior stuff it's superb.
Last edited by frayz; 12 March 2013 at 07:47 PM.
