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She is just wicked sitting there on the garage floor. Makes my small 8" wide wheels look OEM! Lol
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7/18/16 Update:
If anyone can help me out with my AC question here, I would really appreciate it! - https://www.v8miata.net/v8-miata-wir...913/#post20892 For the true update, I actually made some more good progress on the car. The headers/plug wires/motor mount heat shields are in. The headers required some massaging to clear the steering shaft: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1468845321 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1468845321 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1468845321 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1468845321 But the final product is all wrapped up: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1468845321 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1468845321 And then I moved the the interior for a little while. I got the radio, steering shaft, and shifter put back in it. https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1468845321 |
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7/25/16 Update:
The build has officially passed the 1 year mark. I've had an internal goal of having a running/driving car by the end of August. I think we're still mostly on-track. As long as there aren't any major setbacks... which I'm sure there will be. There is an track day event at Sebring on 9/11/16, that I'm really hoping to get her on the track for. So here's to trying! Got the fender flares all mocked up: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1469453951 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1469453951 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1469453951 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1469453951 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1469453951https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1469453951 Measured up the driveshaft, got the quick release and hub mounted for the steering wheel. Ordered the OMP Seats, steering wheel, and harnesses. And I put the console back in it. |
I recognize this car now after are talk about the flares. Good luck cant wait to see more progress pics
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7/28/16 Update:
Been doing some cutting on the hood this week. Cut the holes for the Singular Hood Vents and Aerocatch Hood Latches. https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1469717910 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1469717910https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1469717910 |
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8/1/16 Update:
Installed the Hard Dog Bar and started the fender flare rivnuts: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470070062 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470070062 |
Love the build! A lot of my motivation comes from your thread! I share a particular attachment to yours for a stupid reason.
I found that EXACT same alarm system under my dash when I bought my car! stupid thing lol. Did I miss the first start somewhere?! Looks like you should be close! I will be very curious to see what kind of power you make! I also am doing the 228R with the Sandersons. I am worried about 1.5" primaries really holding back that cam. Do you have plans for the collector back yet? |
Originally Posted by wcw5023
(Post 21181)
Love the build! A lot of my motivation comes from your thread! I share a particular attachment to yours for a stupid reason.
I found that EXACT same alarm system under my dash when I bought my car! stupid thing lol. Did I miss the first start somewhere?! Looks like you should be close! I will be very curious to see what kind of power you make! I also am doing the 228R with the Sandersons. I am worried about 1.5" primaries really holding back that cam. Do you have plans for the collector back yet? No first start yet. I have a couple of things to complete before I can. Mainly the radiator hoses, torque the crank pulley bolt down, get the driveshaft on... maybe that's it. I think I'm more scared to try to start it than I am excited. I'm worried about the Sandersons with the 228r, too. When it gets dyno'd, it should be pretty telling if they're really hurting it. |
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8/2/16 Update:
Finished the hood up with the Singular Motorsports Vents and the Aerocatch Pins. https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470138549 And started cutting the fenders for the flares: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470138549 The driveshaft came in the mail, as well: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470138549 |
Originally Posted by ordonez1307
(Post 21190)
That alarm system was a rats nest that took me longer than I care to admit to remove.
No first start yet. I have a couple of things to complete before I can. Mainly the radiator hoses, torque the crank pulley bolt down, get the driveshaft on... maybe that's it. I think I'm more scared to try to start it than I am excited. I'm worried about the Sandersons with the 228r, too. When it gets dyno'd, it should be pretty telling if they're really hurting it. |
Can you measure clearance to the hood at the closest point to the intake. Most likely the very front where the tb bolts to.
Also, build is looking good! Not far from a driving car! |
Sorry if I missed it, but which flares did you end up going with and what are your impressions of them?
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Originally Posted by SupaDupaSteve
(Post 21209)
Can you measure clearance to the hood at the closest point to the intake. Most likely the very front where the tb bolts to.
Also, build is looking good! Not far from a driving car! |
Originally Posted by crispy
(Post 21219)
Sorry if I missed it, but which flares did you end up going with and what are your impressions of them?
I'm happy with them. Just getting them all lined up now. I suck at body work and precision fitting like this. But overall they're pretty good. |
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8/11/16 Update:
Finished the Fender Flare install: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470925668 Went to Autozone and cut some radiator hoses to make them work. The couplers should be here today when I get home from work (and I'm showing off my fancy radiator cap): https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470925668 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470925668 I also picked up a hard-top locally. Still need to get the hardware all done, but it fits fine: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470925668 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470925668 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470925668 Installed the drive shaft: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470925668 Got both master cylinders all put together and bench bled and installed: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470925668 And got the quick release/wheel mounted up: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470925668 And then started filling her full of fluids: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1470925668 |
So close!
Some stuff looks off to me about your driveline though, the driveshaft seems very short ( looking at how much of the slip yoke is exposed ). And have you measured any driveline angles? Seems like you have a lot! Otherwise looks good! Cant wait to see her cleaned up. |
Which radiator and fan did you use?
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Originally Posted by SupaDupaSteve
(Post 21209)
Can you measure clearance to the hood at the closest point to the intake. Most likely the very front where the tb bolts to.
Also, build is looking good! Not far from a driving car!
Originally Posted by darkblue
(Post 21329)
Which radiator and fan did you use?
The fan is a 16" eBay fan. |
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8/22/16 Update:
The car is off to the exhaust shop this morning: https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1471875819 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1471875819 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1471875819 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1471875819 https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1471875819 |
Looking so good. Look forward to what you come up with on this.
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8/31/16 Update:
First Startup! Finally! http://vid30.photobucket.com/albums/...ps3pfnmvrv.mp4 Having a few issues, can't get the clutch to disengage to put the car in gear is the big one. Still working it out. |
Sounds awesome! So excited. Sounds like shes gonna Go-Go-Go!
Edit: Im an idiot and cant read, disregard. https://monsterclutches.com/pdf/Sing...nstalltips.pdf |
Originally Posted by wcw5023
(Post 21381)
Sounds awesome! So excited. Sounds like shes gonna Go-Go-Go!
I think i bring some bad news to the table though. Im suspecting that your clutch disc is installed backwards. I took a look back through your pictures, and based on Monsters install instructions, the green face of the disc should be facing the block. https://monsterclutches.com/pdf/Sing...nstalltips.pdf https://www.v8miata.net/attachment.p...ine=1462904781 Based on all the install videos and photos, I've got it right. |
Yeah im an idiot, tried to edit my post before you saw it lol.
Did you use ARP PP bolts by any chance? Ive heard of people having issues with those. Other than that, do more bleeding! Because everything ive read, indicated that these clutch kits should not require any shims on the slave. |
9/1/16 Update:
9 Days until Sebring and lots of work left to do. Took the car around the block on her maiden voyage last night. She is definitely going to be handful, even at 30% throttle you can feel the power! She's going to be a blast. Definitely need to do a better job bleeding the brakes as the pedal is very spongy. |
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