Scoobysvx Posted May 20, 2014 Share Posted May 20, 2014 (edited) Hello all!Well as promised by Socks as part of the purchase it's time to begin my project thread for all to see I've only been in the starlet scene for around 6 months now buying my glanza V from a family friend for mega cheap due to one of the head studs being cracked, once I replaced the head, gasket and cambelt and took her for a drive i was sucked into the way it sounded, drove and felt and knew I'd be keeping it to do more mods!I always loved the idea of a 4x4 one but never thought I'd see myself owning one until this beauty popped up, so rather quickly I decided to take the opportunity as I know there's not many about.Here's my glanza just after a machine polish at work...The spec is as follows:Nur spec back boxEMBFuel pressure regulatorHks actuatorAir filter relocation kitJperformace intercoolerToyosport mani :/Hks BOVUnknown decat and mid sectionBlitz boost controllerHks turbo timerMagnercor leads and new ignition systemThe majority of those parts will be getting transferred along with the body pieces and wings due to the damage, all except for the mani haha!After a long day travelling to get the car I didn't get a chance to drive it until the next day which when I did I was pleasantly surprised Unfortunately the N/A doesn't give you the opertunity to test the 4x4 to its full potential but the grip is awesome on corners!After around 30 mins a noise started coming from the rear at low speeds and my heart sank! We pulled into a car park to see if there was any obvious faults but couldn't see any. When we tried to push the car it was Asif the brakes were stuck on but the noise wasn't your average brake fault which made us wary of the actual problem.So while the sun was out it was a good time to get her in the air and see what's going down. Everything spun freely when the wheels were in the air so I decided to see what's going on inside the drums.I got the brake cleaner out and gave them a good going over and as you can see they are in great condition! Looks like someone's been there before me I removed the shoes and regressed them next and reassembled.Also took the opportunity to check everything underneath was okay and moving as it should!With all the wheels off the ground and the car in gear I could see the magic happen also check the diff oil whilst I was there and it was still fresh as stated in the sale!After another road test there was no strange noises which was a relief!I've got quite big plans for the future and I'm going to be a patient! Take my time with it and do it all properly.Socks bullied me into buying his race tech tdo4 kit he had ;) although I didn't need much convincing!So along with that I've got a 5e engine in the garage which will be getting forged In the near future so I should have myself a great set up!I've also got a celica brake upgrade kit which will be going on soon and also a toms rep front bumper...Tucked away in the bedroom ;)I hope to keep you all regularly updated! And apologies for the lack of body pics!Jack Edited December 31, 2015 by Scoobysvx Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Socks Posted May 20, 2014 Share Posted May 20, 2014 Awesome Plans Jack!Do keep us all posted, nice to see you have some plans for it! Take care of it! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmymac101 Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Epic just bloody epic! Can't wait to this unfold and take shape James Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daniel_g Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Nice one Jack well in, should turn out to be a little monster Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shorty Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Nice plans, enjoy the 4wd fun. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ro55ifumi Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Nice updates and looking forward to see how this progress's John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scoobysvx Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share Posted May 21, 2014 Cheers guys! I should hopefully have my forged rods & pistons on order by the end of the week then it's just a case of buying the rest of the rebuild bits, uprated bearings and bolts etc! I'm in two minds about the exhaust on this though, as there's no bolt in kit which wouldnt allow the full flow of the td04 I'd have to get a custom one made but then I have the problem of ground clearance as id like to lower it in the future too! The other one is obviously the side exit which does take my fancy, I'd require it to have a removable bung as I don't think it would be too neighbour friendly haha Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daniel_g Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Side exit seems the only way without spending a fortune on a custom system, a 2.5" would be very tight over the rear axle.Im going for a side exit on mine. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jayc-glanza17 Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 nice buy matey.. your the kid from passion jap who drove past me and russel the other month?? if you need engine building/tuning advice don't hesitate to ask im not far from you either. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scoobysvx Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share Posted May 21, 2014 Is yours going to be a daily Daniel? Because if mine was a track car id say side exhaust all day long but mine will be a daily.Hello jay, yes that was me, since then I've meet russel a few times, he was who I got the brake kit from. Appreciate that buddy! I'm in Brentwood as well so ain't to far from you Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daniel_g Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 I have another car as a daily but when mines is done it'll be getting used as much as possible lol.Would like to see a decent size full system on one if these though Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Amjad Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Welcome! Nice stack of parts already, would be good to see an E**5 project completed for once! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scoobysvx Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share Posted May 21, 2014 Yeh me too Daniel but when your the first to do something your usually to one who has the problems haha! I will be seeing this one through to the end for sure Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daniel_g Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Nice stack of parts already, would be good to see an E**5 project completed for once!Guilty haha.Yeh me too Daniel but when your the first to do something your usually to one who has the problems haha! I will be seeing this one through to the end for sureWeemans 85 has a full system am sure. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Amjad Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Guilty haha Quote Link to post Share on other sites
shorty Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Yes it does. Bean had a custom 2.5" made for it. Also i ran a side exit on my v every day as a daily just coast along down the road when its late i used to help get the street up for work haha. I've a system for my ep85 5door coming from japan but not a clue what size pipe work yet lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
richglanzav Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 dayum i was gonna buy this on the sunday after you picked it up lol. good on ya though, ile look forward to seeing it become a beast Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scoobysvx Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share Posted May 21, 2014 (edited) Hmm helping me go towards the side exit there shorty! 😉Yeh I saw your system in your project and it looks awesome... Surely there's never going to be another one of those for sale anytime soon! Is it a 2" system?Ah sorry rich! Matt said you and another guy were desperate for it lol, was first come first serve though I believe Edited May 21, 2014 by Scoobysvx Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jayc-glanza17 Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 be nice to have a go in one of these, as never had before.. yea I see russ every week pretty much.. helped him out a lot in last year and kept him on the straight path.lol.. if you need advice drop me a line, you coming bluewater meet sat? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scoobysvx Posted May 21, 2014 Author Share Posted May 21, 2014 Sure thing man, it will change it completely having some power there to play around with! Cheers! You'll probably regret saying that haha might need some advise on a suitable clutch! Yeh I think I will be, didn't realise it had come round already, how many people is there going do you know? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jayc-glanza17 Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 more then an Essex/kent meet has ever had before.. me and russ are going, so can meet you on route, convoy their?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
weeman Posted May 22, 2014 Share Posted May 22, 2014 Good to see another 4wd local see ya at the meet dude Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scoobysvx Posted May 23, 2014 Author Share Posted May 23, 2014 Yeh jay just in contact with Russ now about the arrangementsBe good to meet you all 😄 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Scoobysvx Posted June 17, 2014 Author Share Posted June 17, 2014 Picked myself up a bargain last night only about 20 mins away too which is great! Not sure exactly what there from but there in pretty good condition, I believed they was stored up for a few years so they'll need a good scrub up but the bolsters are intact and there's no rips to the fabric, just need to refit the top trim and get the fitted 😀No real updates other than respraying the wiper arms, just continuing to save for the engine! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet-Joshy Posted June 17, 2014 Share Posted June 17, 2014 Seats are sweet! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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