thanks for the suggestions robolt.
i'm making a list here of what i need to pick up for & install on Vadar for his big fall maintenance/overhaul coming up.
i'm doing this so we can both stay focused on what needs to really get done.
(
x) in front of each item =
completed/installed on car
* Suspension:
(
x) KYB Dust boots + bump stops & OEM Strut perch insulators
(
x) GAB struts + JSpeed springs
(
x) Front Swaybar poly bushings
(
x) SuperPro Front control arm poly bushings
(
x) Whiteline RSB + SuperPro poly bushings
(
x) Tworus rear endlinks
- install SuperPro rear trailing arm bushings
- buy Eibach camber bolts
- perform an alignment after all suspension work is completed
- high quality JDM 17" rims in a nice width/offset (long term)
* Transmission/Driveline
(
x) install 205 tranny
(
x) install C/F ACPT driveshaft
(
x) install Exedy Hyper Single fw/clutch/pp
(
x) install Technafit SS clutch line
(
x) Speed Source extended slave push rod
(
x) fill 205 tranny with toyota super gear oil
(
x) install TRD 2-way clutch type rear LSD & fill with Kaaz fluid
*Engine
(
x) install straight intake + Apex-i filter w/adapter
(
x) install custom Grounding Kit & re-do some wiring + add better terminals
(
x) install ST205 WTA I/C, pump, lines + heat exchanger
(
x) install larger 15mm Carbing oil catch tank
(
x) install new Innovate Wideband O2 sensor
(
x) install HKS Silent Hi-Power cat-back exhaust
(
x) install Cusco rubber exhaust hangers
(
x) install Wolfkatz Side Feed Fuel Rail w/cleaned stock injectors
(
x) HKS Adjustable Cam Gears
(
x) install heat protective stuff to insulate underside of hood
(
x) install heat protective stuff to wrap bottom & sides of WTA I/C core
(
x) install custom c/f "sticker" for WTA I/C
(
x) install Spal slim fan on radiator for more room + less weight - mount w/brackets
(
x) install all aluminum Ron Davis radiator
(
x) install HKS S-Type Rad cap
(
x) install Project Kics magnetic oil drain plug
(
x) install heat protective wrap on throttle cable
(
x) install TRD low-temp thermostat
(
x) install new alternator heat shield w/gasket
(
x) install new alternator heat shield
- install 165 PS reservoir (in progress)
- install HKS Fan Controller
- order & install 1 step colder iridium spark plugs
- gut TVIS, install ATS Phenolic Spacer, clean intake manifold
- adjust HKS cam gears
- install Denso Supra TT Fuel Pump
- replace o-rings in a/c lines
- recharge a/c soon
- relocate oil filter & install ATA oil cooler w/SS lines & fittings
Parts Left To Order or Find:
- long term for Apexi PFC: MR2 MAT
Ordered, Awaiting Arrival:
- nothing for now
To Do:
(
x) properly flush coolant with motor out
(
x) replace water pump, gasket & o-rings on the backside
(
x) replace HFH #3 on the backside of the motor
(
x) replace camshaft seals
(
x) replace oil pump seal & gaskets
(
x) rebuild dizzy
(
x) replace timing belt, #1 & #2 tensioners
(
x) replace timing belt cover gaskets & paint covers black
(
x) inspect spark plugs
(
x) clean ST205 tranny
(
x) replace old heater hoses w/new OEM ones
(
x) steam clean engine itself
(
x) with engine pulled, steam clean engine bay & treat rust on battery tray
(
x) sand & polish valve cover + replace squished washers
(
x) remove ABS brick + lines & p-valve, replace with non ABS lines & AWD p-valve & 3 way
(
x) replace rear main engine seal & gasket
(
x) replace a/c fan w/slim spal fan for more room & less weight
(
x) replace a/c hose that is leaking
(
x) bleed brakes again w/new Motul
(
x) bleed clutch w/Motul
(
x) refill power steering fluid w/new OEM ATF
(
x) replace old rubber vac lines w/silicone hose
(
x) weld on Random Technologies hi-flow cat
(
x) install new rear hatch struts
- reinstall underbody panels, cut for ST205 WTA pump + lines & RC bumper
*Interior
(
x) install new alarm
(
x) install 7th Gen Celica Steering wheel + airbag
(
x) make C/F Gauge cluster surround + install chrome trim rings
(
x) install 7th Gen Celica/IS300 OEM pedal set
(
x) install pair Recaro SRD seats w/Bride rails
(
x) sort out gauge display cubby under radio
- shampoo carpet, clean floor pan underneath
- locate correct rear floor mats
- locate better looking sunvisors
- locate better looking glove box
*Exterior
(
x) paint & install rear mudflaps
(
x) paint & install RC front bumper, crash bar + foglights
(
x) install GT-Four badge on rear hatch
- full Zymol wax treatment
* Take to a 4 Wheel Dyno after all upgrades/clutch break-in is complete
* Weigh at truck scales for kicks
this list should complete our stage 1 for Vadar.
Stage 2 upgrades after we have a house w/garage:
*Engine
- order GT3071R turbo kit
- order larger injectors Sard 800cc
- order HKS, JUN or Toda 264* intake/exhaust camshafts
- order 2zz shimless buckets
- order JUN head studs
- order JUN knockoff intake manifold (would prefer real JUN manifold)
- install adjustable Sard FPR
- install Denso Supra MKIV Fuel Pump
- install Ingalls engine torque dampner
- go standalone install Apex-i Power FC (gathering parts for Gen 3 electronics switchover)
- possibilty of full build w/forged internals + 5sfe crankshaft for a 2.1L stroker
- install FiberImages CF RC/CS hood with OEM ornaments, hood spoiler & taller squirters
i know i'm forgetting some things, but this is a good start that i can come back & edit for personal reference.