Starlet Nath Posted March 1, 2009 Author Share Posted March 1, 2009 Very nice!, top notch build.Do mind me asking where you got that cage?Cage as in the roll cage? I bought it from Envy Performance.However that's gone now to make way for a weld in jobbie Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Iwan Posted March 1, 2009 Share Posted March 1, 2009 Cage as in the roll cage? I bought it from Envy Performance.However that's gone now to make way for a weld in jobbie Ahhhhh good man!Your a life saver! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted March 2, 2009 Author Share Posted March 2, 2009 Well I spent a little while during today making a bracket to hold the flywheel in place so I could remove itSo I thought I would attempt taking off the flywheel tonight which I have acheivedI was also going to fit the engine to the stand, however I didn't realise that 2 out of the 4 holes were blind so I will require the correct bolts. I guessed the bolts were M12 fine however we didn't have any at work, but I got M10 thinking they were through holes on the engine. When I came to do it the I would have only been able to fit 2 bolts which wasn't suitable Just so I get the correct ones, what thread & length bolts do I require to fit my engine to the engine stand? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nanglebadger Posted March 2, 2009 Share Posted March 2, 2009 nice progress dude! keep it up!Phil. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted March 5, 2009 Author Share Posted March 5, 2009 Well engine strip has come to a grinding halt as I need to M12 Fine bolts to get it on my engine stand Unless I modify my engine stand That maybe an option Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted March 5, 2009 Author Share Posted March 5, 2009 Tonights updateWell got fed up of trying to source some M12 Fine bolts long enough to use with my engine standSo....I decided to modify the arms to make it fit with what I have Then I finally mounted my engine on the standCranked it round to TDC in preparation of stripping down to remove the head, will do some more tomorrow Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BenV Posted March 5, 2009 Share Posted March 5, 2009 nothing like a bit of diy modding, keep it up fella Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted March 6, 2009 Author Share Posted March 6, 2009 Friday nights updateWell I had about 20-30 minutes on the engine tonight, I had chance to remove the fuel rail and all the injectors, then I removed the intake manifold & finally the alternator.I'm about ready to start stripping the cam belt etc off, however I have not removed the auxilliary pulley off the end of the crank. Do I need to put the flywheel back on and hold it in place to remove the pulley?Doh... Wish I'd thought of that before I jumped in feet first!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted March 7, 2009 Author Share Posted March 7, 2009 Headbolt socket's arrived Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted March 10, 2009 Author Share Posted March 10, 2009 Tuesday night updateWell we've finally sold the Punto, so on the look out for a cheap run around After realising my mistake the other day I spent this evening taking the engine back off the stand, refitting the flywheel and my flywheel retaining tool. Then I undid the retaining bolt for the crankshaft pulley, then slowly removed the pulley with my puller hoping not to break it. But taking it steady I got it off without damaging it, so the next stage will be to remove the timing belt and cams then the head But that's it for another days.....Here is todays picture Quote Link to post Share on other sites
starbogt Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 A pick for your collection Nath Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted March 13, 2009 Author Share Posted March 13, 2009 look at my fleabay bargain These came today, bargain at £75 delivered Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ToyotaTech15 Posted March 14, 2009 Share Posted March 14, 2009 Nice updates,This project is really flying now.Really enjoy reading it, Bushes look nice, was thinking of gettin myself some, what do you think of them?ThanksGary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted March 16, 2009 Author Share Posted March 16, 2009 Nice updates,This project is really flying now.Really enjoy reading it, Bushes look nice, was thinking of gettin myself some, what do you think of them?ThanksGaryWell they certainly look nice, but I'll tell you once I start installing them Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 Saturdays progressWell I finally got round to taking the head offWell after removing the head I took out the pistons, I was really pleased to see there is no wear in the bores Which points to it being low mileage like I thought it was The old pistons are bagged up if anyone is interested?I am however having trouble with getting the crankshaft sprocket My bearing puller is too big to get round the sprocket, anyone give me some advice? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted June 25, 2009 Author Share Posted June 25, 2009 Not updated for a while due to the fact work has come to a halt on the car. This was due to work commitments Anyway I got chance to roll it out the garage the other week, so took a few picturesNice new arseInterior stripped ready for seat rails to be welded inBut my day has been made today as this little box arrived For those who haven't sussed it out yet, it a box full of 98 spec goodness I've finally got the roof and floor looms to mate up with my 98 spec front cut, but best of all I have another 98 spec dash loom Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SiCaln Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 great progress man congratsthanks again for that sensor too bro much appreciated Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BenV Posted June 25, 2009 Share Posted June 25, 2009 sweet man, let the work comense Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nanglebadger Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 nice one mate!great to hear from u yesterday too! your sweet, dulcid Rossington tones soothe my soul!Phil. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
200sx-Starlet-Jay Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 wow... never ever seen this thread lol, but it bloody impressive mate, uve got a right spec list as well, this is going to be one dangerously quick motor on the track lol. u have any idea for what power u want to be aiming for??? Jay Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rob_bower Posted June 26, 2009 Share Posted June 26, 2009 good to see an update nath!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted June 26, 2009 Author Share Posted June 26, 2009 Thanks for the comments peeps Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pandamonium Posted June 28, 2009 Share Posted June 28, 2009 Good to see some more movement on this Nath,Gona be a great car when done,love the pedal boxMark Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet Nath Posted July 28, 2009 Author Share Posted July 28, 2009 Well I know some of you are going to be very disappointed but I am calling it a day with my project. I do love my Starlet and would love to make it the wicked track car I had in mind but enough is enough.I've had 10 years of great ownership of my little starlet, admittedly its been off the road 4 and a half years of those years. But it has given me chance to meet lots of you lovely people especially my friends on UKSC.Anyway I am now selling all the parts I have been accumulating over the last 5 years. Most of the parts I have are brand new, with few second hand ones for the rare special items. Anyway if you are interested in what parts I have to offer please have a look in the for sale section where they will be up for sale shortly.CheersNath Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nanglebadger Posted July 28, 2009 Share Posted July 28, 2009 as discussed on the phone, if u feel thats it right for you then i support your decision fully mate and i look forward to seeing whatever project you turn your hand to next!also - SARD magnetic sump plug, i'll have that dude (dunno what else u'll have for sale but i'll take that before anyone else calls it).Phil. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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