Zeldoz Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 (edited) Hi Guys/Girls,i couldn't not make a build thread. Been a forum lurker for years. Owned a Starlet sportif Glanza replica a few years ago. I loved it, couldn't fault the car at all!From there i wanted to test this VTEC itch i'd had for a long time. I decided on an EP3 Type-R..Cannot fault this car in anyway. Performance, looks, economy, interior. Loved it. But, i got bored and wanting something different! The dark side always said "Buy a V" as i always regretted not following through with my conversion plans on the replica.Anyway, So made the 2 hour trip yesterday to Essex. Viewed a 98 Spec, 1A0 Silver V. 1 UK Owner since 2009. 81,000 the best part. 81,000KM!!Had a 1 year old HKS Silent Hi-Power, which looks new as its been covered for 2 years on there driveway! Added bonus.. had original starlet mats, and JDM flare which i may sell.He also threw in a HKS Catchcan and a HKS adjustable actuator. - Free goodies that i was going to buy!Anyway, here's what she looks like. Thanks Edited May 8, 2014 by Zeldoz Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daniel_g Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Glad you bought it mate, it looks really tidy. First thing i'd do is get a 98spec optional front lip on it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
micky boy Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 (edited) New it was a clean one that one good buy dude and enjoy Edited October 13, 2013 by micky boy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmymac101 Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Glad to see it wasn't a fake ad and was what it was ment to be Defently coilovers but you should go different than grids James Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 13, 2013 Author Share Posted October 13, 2013 Thanks guys. He described it pretty spot on.. bar 1 little mark on the rear bumper which i knocked another £100 off. I felt like i mugged him! But it was SORN for 2 years.. it needed a loving home! I will get the optional lips, that's something i have missed. Along with a duck tale rear spoiler! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jamie_VF22 Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Glad you a starlet in the end pal , I only got the GT back yesterday will pop over eastbourne when the weather gets better Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 13, 2013 Author Share Posted October 13, 2013 Yeah, just pulled it into the garage and gave the engine a good clean! Although to be fair it was pretty clean anyway! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
maddox710 Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Damn that's soo fresh an untouched Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 13, 2013 Author Share Posted October 13, 2013 Damn that's soo fresh an untouched Thank you buddy! - So pleased i managed to get a literally bog standard one! Bar the HKS Silent Hi Power! which is brand new.. its too quite for me though so will be selling that once I've bought something louder. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jap91 Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Lovely glanza mate.. I have a very similar 96spec out the back waiting for a reshell to take place.. You cant beat the silver v's.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tyron Devine Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Good clean example matey.. if you don't mind me asking how much did you take her for ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 13, 2013 Author Share Posted October 13, 2013 (edited) Good clean example matey.. if you don't mind me asking how much did you take her for ? £1970.. He also gave me a brand new HKS adjustable actuator & brand new HKS catch can! Edited October 13, 2013 by Zeldoz Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Liam_D Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 That looks like a minter mate! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 13, 2013 Author Share Posted October 13, 2013 That looks like a minter mate! Thank you! Just managed to source another brand new baileys dump valve of a friend whos forging his evo to 750bhp. His old was was unneeded £10.. LOVE IT. Just managed to fit that, will get some pictures in the morning. Sounds quite good, and for £10 i cant complain! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RobSR Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Under 2k is a bargain for that! All the best with the project Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mattyD Posted October 13, 2013 Share Posted October 13, 2013 Sweet purchase bud Certainly don't see many like that around anymore, awesome base to start with and your going to know where you stand with every single mod you make Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 14, 2013 Author Share Posted October 14, 2013 Thanks guys! Really happy with it! So, i got around to fitting the dumpvalve last night. £10 for a Baileys which looked brand new. Suprised at how loud it was on a standard car. So i rolled her into my garage as it was pouring with rain outside and i needed shelter! Then the fitting begun, I thought it would actually take longer, but turns out it was a 5 minute job. Making the hoses nice and neat was the longest part of the job really. Then for the test drive! Loved it! Rather loud and that was'nt on full boost as you can see just driving around obiding the law! Tonight if the weather holds out ill be changing the oil in her and fitting a air filter out with the airbox. Hopefully that'll create some chatter! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 15, 2013 Author Share Posted October 15, 2013 So last night, i decided to treat it to some fresh oil. Dumped the old black stuff out and in went the new oil! Hasn't been changed in awhile it was just black! Engine is almost silent on idle all you can hear is the faint rumble of the HKS. Also whipped out the OEM airbox unit and replaced it with a cone air filter. Made a big improvement over CT9. It seems to spool slightly faster and i can hear it alot louder from the cockpit. My decat should also turn up soon, and i will be putting that on. What's the best plan of action for fitting the decat? Is it a complete front bumper of job, or is it possible with a jack and everything still in place?... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aamir Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 Doubt you will have to remove your bumper mate. Remove your radiator and engine guards and I'm sure you'll be able to get to it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ollieh17 Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 i did mine with a jack and everything in place...it was possible, but a pain in the arse. Quite alot of awkward bolts to get to on the cat. I'd recommend taking the radiator out for easier access, would have saved me time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 15, 2013 Author Share Posted October 15, 2013 i did mine with a jack and everything in place...it was possible, but a pain in the arse. Quite alot of awkward bolts to get to on the cat. I'd recommend taking the radiator out for easier access, would have saved me time. How easy is the radiator to take out? Just remove the two pipes, i havent had a close inspection at the brackets holding it in place really? I need to do a coolant flush and whack some antifreeze in anyway so radiator out wouldn't be too much bother in that sense. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aamir Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 Radiator is really easy. Two 10 or 12mm bolts on the slam panel which removes both brackets. Then all you do is remove both pipes and give it a tug and it should pop out. I'd suggest you removed it outside and not in a garden as The waters nasty depending on when is was last topped up or changed Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 15, 2013 Author Share Posted October 15, 2013 Radiator is really easy. Two 10 or 12mm bolts on the slam panel which removes both brackets. Then all you do is remove both pipes and give it a tug and it should pop out. I'd suggest you removed it outside and not in a garden as The waters nasty depending on when is was last topped up or changed It's more simple than i imagined then! Thanks! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 16, 2013 Author Share Posted October 16, 2013 Octobers shopping list;- Front mount intercooler- Air filter relocation kit- 15' Rota Grids- 195,45,15 or 195,50,15 (Opinions?)- Coilovers or LOW Springs- HKS Unsilenced centre pipe- Flat Wiper Blades- HID's- Tint Fog LightsWhat do you think? All will be bought on payday.Some big updates to come.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted October 21, 2013 Author Share Posted October 21, 2013 So over the last few evenings I have been doing odds and sods to the car.Gave it an oil change. Old stuff wasnt the nicest colours, fresh oil and it's definitely made a difference.The main update is I fitted a CT9 Decat. What a pain to fit. Really, I hated every minute of it.I decided that I would leave everything in place, that was my main mistake! Not enough access, just make it awkward and annoying to tighten the bolts to the decent amount.Anyway! Got there in the end, happy with the result, made a massive difference in spool time and the sound is MUCH louder. I also had some old anodised nuts and washers from my old type-r I bought but never fitted. Decided to give it a go in the glanza. Really liked the outcome;Gave the engine bay a massive clean. I cant express how rust free it is! So clean, and I plan to keep it that way! More updates to follow! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.