Me Little S13 Project - Page 8 - Drifting forum

xborninthefightx · 27-08-2008, 23:10

Right the alarm is out now, it was a little pain really as it was connected to the ignition and also the the fuel pump. From looking like this.

To now this

Just need to solder the ignition cable and hope the car starts (once everything is put back).

One alarm, which will be up for sale.

Also ordered some goodies yesterday from

and they arrived this morning at my work before i did, less then 24 hour delivery. Cheers Ben

Also done the fuel pump tonight. Pretty easy job realy.

The difference between the standard and the Walbro.

New one fitted and the two wires soldered in.

Thats it for today

Stormos · 20-09-2008, 16:48

updates!

xborninthefightx · 21-09-2008, 12:01

Ok then, done a few things but still not that many

Got these the other week just something that will make it look ok for the time being.

Also this the Stage2+ Finally got a clutch that i wont kill after few thousand miles.

Got the engine mounts on which was really easy to do.

Jacked up the engine and pulled the old one out and in with the new one

NEw to Old

All done, took about 30mins or so, just a little tricky to get the steering side mount undone.

Then went on to done the Steering column bushes, which is a right pain

. One of the nuts was fricked so had to saw it off

Then getting this thing off was a pain, so took a bit of time.

The old one wasnt really bad as many people seem to have problems with theirs.

Fitted

Cause the srew that i sawed off was on the upper side of the column and they are pressed in. I had to take off the whole thing

, but it was pretty easy though. So going to have to find one somewhere, Nissan only do the whole thing as one, which is silly.

Oh found this link as i was changing the bush, its the best one ive seen, really good.

Driftworks Stainless Steel Steering Bush Fitting Guide

Also changed the rack bushes, which were soooo easy. Off with the old

The old ones were also not that bad, but the soild ones should stiff the shit out of it. lol

And the new one.

Also was going to change the cam belt but looks like it was done not long ago, just need to change the Alt. and steering belts. Oh and spray the cover too.

Found little more rust on the passengers side rails, but its not too bad, gave it a good clean.

And the inside too

Also tried to heat wrap the mani. Are you meant to wet it and then put it on, or is it fine just as it is. Done two sides.

jayz · 21-09-2008, 14:04

dude that is gunna be awsome!
mine still for sale but i,m in the process of welding it up for an mot...
might end up keeping it as i miss going sideways.
when do you think it will all be ready for another drift day?

xborninthefightx · 21-09-2008, 22:14

Thanks man, yeah dont sell your car keep it. Your going to miss out on lots of fun. Ive still got lots to do but should start the big things by next week. I planning to get it finished for end of Oct but god knows if that will happen. I REALLY REALLY missing drifting it, would be nice to get it ready for the DWYB Sat at end of Oct.

Oh was cleaning the Chaser today as it was really dirty and thought of putting the wheels i got, but didnt have the right nuts for them

. But heres some pics.

xborninthefightx · 23-09-2008, 21:05

I forgot about this. Got a bonnet from a scrapy down the road for £10 which is good. A Honda Accord one.

Cut the frame out.

And all the metal that i will need.

Well the welder works which is good so done the passanger side rear panel, which is the smallist one. Welded it by dots all round and then sanded it down and now need to use some filler. Doesnt look too bad.

Will do all the other bits soon and then start on the filling and painting.

SVTuner · 26-09-2008, 20:11

looks good again !
what model chaser is that ,and what engine has it got in it?
no plans on drifting that i suppose

spin-king · 26-09-2008, 21:47

Getting there matey.

I am missing drifting at the pod to but want the motor running proper 1st.

Liking the white wheels on the chaser.

xborninthefightx · 26-09-2008, 23:16

Know how you feel mate. Buuuuuttttt i have booked the weekend Lydd day in Nov. so it WILL get done by then.
Im thinking to get the nuts for the Chaser and put them on for a little bit.

xborninthefightx · 01-10-2008, 12:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by SVTuner

looks good again !
what model chaser is that ,and what engine has it got in it?
no plans on drifting that i suppose

That is a GX71 Chaser 1986. Its just a 2L straight six, not really that fast and its an auto with no real handbrake.
I would love to drift it but i think it would fall apart

and it is my daily driver so wouldnt want it to break.

5hane · 01-10-2008, 15:46

looks good

just read the whole thread , good progress

Quote:

Originally Posted by xborninthefightx

really you wnt to move the harness up a bit.. if its under a 45 degree angle from the back of the seat it is potentally VERY dangerous, and could cuse more damage that good.. ill try find the pic tht explains all

xborninthefightx · 02-10-2008, 22:07

/\/\ Ive just used the old hole/screws where the seat belts use to be, yeah get a pic to see what you mean.

Right done a few things (not much).

Got the gearbox off to change the clutch, all by myself

. Well to the point where i got my leg trapped and had to get my brother to move the box off it lol. Should be more fun pointing it back on AGAIN.
It was a little dirty so gave it a little clean.
From this.

To this

Ordered few more bits and bobs, still waiting for some stuff, but as always the

stuff is the fastest. Had to get another filter as my brother nicked mine to put on his S14a.

Fitted, but I need to find somewhere a intake pipe. Anyone??????

Mount also fitted.

Also got some new screws for the steering column and got that back in.

Was a little tricky getting the whole thing back in, but not too bad.

Now the rest of the welding should be all done over the weekend. It really sucks that its getting dark so early, cant get anything done after work

.

The Powell · 02-10-2008, 22:46

Nice project! Useful pictures etc

xborninthefightx · 06-10-2008, 21:17

Cheers dude.
More work done, not as much as i thought would be done but had few problems

.
I pulled the wiring loom out from the back so its not in the way when spraying. Pretty easy to pull all apart.

Started on the welding again, done the passenger side sill. Cut the metal and got it ready.

The welder wasnt been friendly and causing problems (as you can see some of the holes) but after playing around with the settings and the gas level got it to work better.

After

Grinding done to make it look nice.

Then yesterday was about to start again and ran out of gas

, and everything was closed.
So done a little more pulling and strightening on the driver's side rear. Its as best as it can be.

And tonight done a little more after buying more gas (lots of it, lol)

Pulled the ariel out and filled the hole.

Also done the inside bit.

Not perfect but will done. The way it looks is the last thing on my mind.

More welding tomorrow.

skyvia · 06-10-2008, 21:34

What welder are you using mate ? You may want to be a bit more consistent on the welds if your doing any structural areas

xborninthefightx · 06-10-2008, 21:51

Using this.

What do you mean by more consistent on structural areas,

Ive been only doing few bits, my dads been helping me with it as I cant weld for shit. Well my dads no pro at it aswell, but seem to get the hang of it.

skyvia · 06-10-2008, 22:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by xborninthefightx

U

What do you mean by more consistent on structural areas,

Ive been only doing few bits, my dads been helping me with it as I cant weld for shit. Well my dads no pro at it aswell, but seem to get the hang of it.

More of a solid weld ie no breaks in it all round (consistent was probably the wrong word to use ) to make sure its nice and strong, make sure the penetration is decent as well on areas that will be taking stress, but aesthetic areas should be ok as your doing it now.
Migs are easy to use once you get a nice setting, very easy to keep consistent/neat/good welds once you get it, just have a play with the settings

choppa · 06-10-2008, 22:08

nice project mate thats a decent shell mines like a straw hat lol fair play to you and ya dad turnt every spanner on it

xborninthefightx · 07-10-2008, 12:32

Cool Cheers dude

Just had a search and found this site which seems to be helpful.

MIG Welding - The DIY Guide

Could be some help to us. Will give it a go.

jayz · 07-10-2008, 20:59

aint welding a bitch.
mines all welded up for mot now and i,m missing a few hoodies due to fire issues whilst still wearing them..

21-09-2008, 12:01	#143 (permalink)
xborninthefightx dorifto kingu! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ashford, Middlesex Posts: 773	Ok then, done a few things but still not that many Got these the other week just something that will make it look ok for the time being. Also this the Stage2+ Finally got a clutch that i wont kill after few thousand miles. Got the engine mounts on which was really easy to do. Jacked up the engine and pulled the old one out and in with the new one NEw to Old All done, took about 30mins or so, just a little tricky to get the steering side mount undone. Then went on to done the Steering column bushes, which is a right pain. One of the nuts was fricked so had to saw it off Then getting this thing off was a pain, so took a bit of time. The old one wasnt really bad as many people seem to have problems with theirs. Fitted Cause the srew that i sawed off was on the upper side of the column and they are pressed in. I had to take off the whole thing, but it was pretty easy though. So going to have to find one somewhere, Nissan only do the whole thing as one, which is silly. Oh found this link as i was changing the bush, its the best one ive seen, really good. Driftworks Stainless Steel Steering Bush Fitting Guide Also changed the rack bushes, which were soooo easy. Off with the old The old ones were also not that bad, but the soild ones should stiff the shit out of it. lol And the new one. Also was going to change the cam belt but looks like it was done not long ago, just need to change the Alt. and steering belts. Oh and spray the cover too. Found little more rust on the passengers side rails, but its not too bad, gave it a good clean. And the inside too Also tried to heat wrap the mani. Are you meant to wet it and then put it on, or is it fine just as it is. Done two sides. Last edited by xborninthefightx : 21-09-2008 at 12:05.

21-09-2008, 22:14	#145 (permalink)
xborninthefightx dorifto kingu! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ashford, Middlesex Posts: 773	Thanks man, yeah dont sell your car keep it. Your going to miss out on lots of fun. Ive still got lots to do but should start the big things by next week. I planning to get it finished for end of Oct but god knows if that will happen. I REALLY REALLY missing drifting it, would be nice to get it ready for the DWYB Sat at end of Oct. Oh was cleaning the Chaser today as it was really dirty and thought of putting the wheels i got, but didnt have the right nuts for them. But heres some pics.

02-10-2008, 22:07	#152 (permalink)
xborninthefightx dorifto kingu! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ashford, Middlesex Posts: 773	/\/\ Ive just used the old hole/screws where the seat belts use to be, yeah get a pic to see what you mean. Right done a few things (not much). Got the gearbox off to change the clutch, all by myself. Well to the point where i got my leg trapped and had to get my brother to move the box off it lol. Should be more fun pointing it back on AGAIN. It was a little dirty so gave it a little clean. From this. To this Ordered few more bits and bobs, still waiting for some stuff, but as always the stuff is the fastest. Had to get another filter as my brother nicked mine to put on his S14a. Fitted, but I need to find somewhere a intake pipe. Anyone?????? Mount also fitted. Also got some new screws for the steering column and got that back in. Was a little tricky getting the whole thing back in, but not too bad. Now the rest of the welding should be all done over the weekend. It really sucks that its getting dark so early, cant get anything done after work.

06-10-2008, 21:17	#154 (permalink)
xborninthefightx dorifto kingu! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ashford, Middlesex Posts: 773	Cheers dude. More work done, not as much as i thought would be done but had few problems. I pulled the wiring loom out from the back so its not in the way when spraying. Pretty easy to pull all apart. Started on the welding again, done the passenger side sill. Cut the metal and got it ready. The welder wasnt been friendly and causing problems (as you can see some of the holes) but after playing around with the settings and the gas level got it to work better. After Grinding done to make it look nice. Then yesterday was about to start again and ran out of gas, and everything was closed. So done a little more pulling and strightening on the driver's side rear. Its as best as it can be. And tonight done a little more after buying more gas (lots of it, lol) Pulled the ariel out and filled the hole. Also done the inside bit. Not perfect but will done. The way it looks is the last thing on my mind. More welding tomorrow. Last edited by xborninthefightx : 06-10-2008 at 21:20.

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27-08-2008, 23:10	#141 (permalink)
xborninthefightx dorifto kingu! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ashford, Middlesex Posts: 773	Right the alarm is out now, it was a little pain really as it was connected to the ignition and also the the fuel pump. From looking like this. To now this Just need to solder the ignition cable and hope the car starts (once everything is put back). One alarm, which will be up for sale. Also ordered some goodies yesterday from and they arrived this morning at my work before i did, less then 24 hour delivery. Cheers Ben Also done the fuel pump tonight. Pretty easy job realy. The difference between the standard and the Walbro. New one fitted and the two wires soldered in. Thats it for today

20-09-2008, 16:48	#142 (permalink)
Stormos spl dori master Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 310	updates!

21-09-2008, 14:04	#144 (permalink)
jayz cars for sale Join Date: May 2007 Location: Frome Posts: 278	dude that is gunna be awsome! mine still for sale but i,m in the process of welding it up for an mot... might end up keeping it as i miss going sideways. when do you think it will all be ready for another drift day?

23-09-2008, 21:05	#146 (permalink)
xborninthefightx dorifto kingu! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ashford, Middlesex Posts: 773	I forgot about this. Got a bonnet from a scrapy down the road for £10 which is good. A Honda Accord one. Cut the frame out. And all the metal that i will need. Well the welder works which is good so done the passanger side rear panel, which is the smallist one. Welded it by dots all round and then sanded it down and now need to use some filler. Doesnt look too bad. Will do all the other bits soon and then start on the filling and painting.

26-09-2008, 20:11	#147 (permalink)
SVTuner gripper Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Jeuk, belgium Posts: 23	looks good again ! what model chaser is that ,and what engine has it got in it? no plans on drifting that i suppose

26-09-2008, 21:47	#148 (permalink)
spin-king dorifto kingu! Join Date: May 2006 Location: wirral (merseyside) Posts: 1,687	Getting there matey. I am missing drifting at the pod to but want the motor running proper 1st. Liking the white wheels on the chaser.

26-09-2008, 23:16	#149 (permalink)
xborninthefightx dorifto kingu! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ashford, Middlesex Posts: 773	Know how you feel mate. Buuuuuttttt i have booked the weekend Lydd day in Nov. so it WILL get done by then. Im thinking to get the nuts for the Chaser and put them on for a little bit.

02-10-2008, 22:46	#153 (permalink)
The Powell Poor Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Kingswinford Posts: 425	Nice project! Useful pictures etc

06-10-2008, 21:34	#155 (permalink)
skyvia dorifto kingu! Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Oxfordshire Posts: 576	What welder are you using mate ? You may want to be a bit more consistent on the welds if your doing any structural areas

06-10-2008, 21:51	#156 (permalink)
xborninthefightx dorifto kingu! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ashford, Middlesex Posts: 773	Using this. What do you mean by more consistent on structural areas, Ive been only doing few bits, my dads been helping me with it as I cant weld for shit. Well my dads no pro at it aswell, but seem to get the hang of it.

06-10-2008, 22:08	#158 (permalink)
choppa gripper Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: stanford-le-hope essex Posts: 20	nice project mate thats a decent shell mines like a straw hat lol fair play to you and ya dad turnt every spanner on it

07-10-2008, 12:32	#159 (permalink)
xborninthefightx dorifto kingu! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ashford, Middlesex Posts: 773	Cool Cheers dude Just had a search and found this site which seems to be helpful. MIG Welding - The DIY Guide Could be some help to us. Will give it a go.

07-10-2008, 20:59	#160 (permalink)
jayz cars for sale Join Date: May 2007 Location: Frome Posts: 278	aint welding a bitch. mines all welded up for mot now and i,m missing a few hoodies due to fire issues whilst still wearing them..