Starletson Posted November 3, 2020 Share Posted November 3, 2020 I had a letter the other day about recall on air bags. I rang them months ago about it after hearing what happened to that Air Force chick and all the scrapping in Australia. Had already changed to the is200 wheel because of this. Will give them a ring at some point. Nice steering wheel. Its the takata air bags that are dodgy by the way Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 4, 2020 Author Share Posted November 4, 2020 10 hours ago, Goldie said: Amazing bit of history there, such a rare thing! Enjoy 🙂 Thankyou still loads to do but yeah its nice to still have it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 4, 2020 Author Share Posted November 4, 2020 After successfully sealing the drivers side headlamp a few months ago I decided to tackle the passenger side today steps first remove indicator then reach under the headlight and push the black clip down and pull with force then repeat on the grill side you can see this clip don't be afraid of giving in decent amount of force as you pull the headlight towards you remove the two clips be carful not to chip the glass heat up with a hair dryer then split they are not sealed as such but use a rubber gasket This time round the gasket was in a much worse state than the other so I used some sealant when I put it back together hopefully this will cure it or at least improve condensation Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 4, 2020 Author Share Posted November 4, 2020 18 hours ago, Starletson said: I had a letter the other day about recall on air bags. I rang them months ago about it after hearing what happened to that Air Force chick and all the scrapping in Australia. Had already changed to the is200 wheel because of this. Will give them a ring at some point. Nice steering wheel. Its the takata air bags that are dodgy by the way Tbh I don't think they will notice its a glanza wheel as its the same 3 spoke design as the SR just leather bet half the techs never even seen one Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 6, 2020 Author Share Posted November 6, 2020 Well since its Friday and we can't go out I bought some oem optional goodies bit of a impulse buy saw them on a car on ebay rang up asking if I could buy them off him and came to a deal Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pikey009 Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Rarer than a rare thing, chuffed they will actually be on the car too Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 6, 2020 Author Share Posted November 6, 2020 1 hour ago, Pikey009 said: Rarer than a rare thing, chuffed they will actually be on the car too worth more than the headlight but yeah they will be going on need new rubber pads but ive measured them and sourced some replacements Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dale SR Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 Good find burty, I saw thease on the salmon pink starlet on ebay is that where you got them? There is a standerd starlet with optional fog lights on ebay however ones pretty smashed up. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 7, 2020 Author Share Posted November 7, 2020 42 minutes ago, Dale SR said: Good find burty, I saw thease on the salmon pink starlet on ebay is that where you got them? There is a standerd starlet with optional fog lights on ebay however ones pretty smashed up. That's the one mate even met me at a convenient place for me Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 7, 2020 Author Share Posted November 7, 2020 Test fitted them look well tbh there isn't that much I can do with them condition is really good may just seal them as is Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 7, 2020 Author Share Posted November 7, 2020 That is actually the original dealer plate from new i ought to remove it really for safe keeping Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dale SR Posted November 7, 2020 Share Posted November 7, 2020 7 hours ago, burty said: That's the one mate even met me at a convenient place for me There certainly on a far more deserving starlet now, looking really good. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sam44 Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 really enjoying your work. im going to have to go all out under-seal and all out clean fest on mine, once its back from the body show that is in the new year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 8, 2020 Author Share Posted November 8, 2020 (edited) 20 hours ago, Dale SR said: There certainly on a far more deserving starlet now, looking really good. 4 hours ago, Sam44 said: really enjoying your work. im going to have to go all out under-seal and all out clean fest on mine, once its back from the body show that is in the new year. Thanks alot lads I'm trying not to cut corners at all, the only one I've compromised with is budget tyres to get to the test centre in July as really had no idea how it would get on being stood for so long they are getting changed in January when it's off for bodywork can't belive how times flown started it back in March Edited November 8, 2020 by burty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 14, 2020 Author Share Posted November 14, 2020 Right finally fitted the covers properly with new rubbers 10x4mm if any one needs to know as old ones was yellow and re polished them came out well I think a little anal I know Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 14, 2020 Author Share Posted November 14, 2020 (edited) And also got my double din surround fitted with a factory toyota cd player I must say it sounds really good they are made by Panasonic must thank trevstar for this be sure to check out his build and a pic of the old one the SR's came with silver Sony ones after a certain date and are near impossible to find Edited November 15, 2020 by burty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RoyalDutchie Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 Great progress, the starlet headlight cover look amazing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Keviano27 Posted November 15, 2020 Share Posted November 15, 2020 Same radio I got! Looks great this mate loving the updates 👍🏻 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 15, 2020 Author Share Posted November 15, 2020 Not really a update as such but got some direct fit mats been searching for some oem ones but every set I found was in really bad condition so just went for these really good quality aswell Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted November 15, 2020 Author Share Posted November 15, 2020 7 hours ago, Keviano27 said: Same radio I got! Looks great this mate loving the updates 👍🏻 Thanks mate The fun stuff starts in just seven weeks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted December 5, 2020 Author Share Posted December 5, 2020 (edited) Just a update this builds still alive just not done nothing, wheels booked in for a refurb and powder coating Inc the spare while its away in just 4 weeks time does anyone know the oem wheel colour code? so for now shes just tucked up away Edited December 5, 2020 by burty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted December 29, 2020 Author Share Posted December 29, 2020 (edited) Right then big things happening starting Monday next week if you have been following this thread you will know for those of you that havent a quick recap This was the first car I bought with my own money at 20 years old on 3500 miles always promised myself for for my 40th I'd give it a top to bottom (had it around 20years now) I've spent this year sorting the mechanicals out and the interior and if it wasn't for the lads on here I would of struggled you all know who you are! So now its time for bodywork The list New outer sills New inner rear arches New outer rear arches Full rust removed zinc primer and underseal inc all box sections treated All rust cut out and replaced New passenger door All doors, rear quarters, bonnet and boot filled with rust prevention Full respray in 1ao silver New decals And finally speedlines refurbished Bodyshop want it for at least 2 months but il be taking photos all the way through of before and after progress so people can see any potential problems when it starts getting cut away Never did get a tte lip... But I Will one day Edited December 29, 2020 by burty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
glanzadude Posted December 29, 2020 Share Posted December 29, 2020 All the best with the rebuild I am just after turning 36 but planing on rebuilding my Gt top to bottom for my 40th birthday as well Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Claymore Posted December 30, 2020 Share Posted December 30, 2020 Great to hear mate, looking forward to the updates Quote Link to post Share on other sites
burty Posted December 30, 2020 Author Share Posted December 30, 2020 10 hours ago, glanzadude said: All the best with the rebuild I am just after turning 36 but planing on rebuilding my Gt top to bottom for my 40th birthday as well Yeah been saving a long time il be following your progress aswell 1 hour ago, Claymore said: Great to hear mate, looking forward to the updates Thanks for the help along the way Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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