smithyithy Posted October 22, 2013 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Howdy gang! I had a Glanza a few years ago but couldn't afford to keep it, but luckily it ended up in the hands of our own Liam D (small world eh?) Fast forward, I can actually afford one now, didn't search long, just wanted a clean, near-standard Glanza V - found this for sale: toyota-starlet-S807223-4 by Smithyithy, on Flickr toyota-starlet-S807223-1 by Smithyithy, on Flickr toyota-starlet-S807223-2 by Smithyithy, on Flickr toyota-starlet-S807223-3 by Smithyithy, on Flickr toyota-starlet-S807223-5 by Smithyithy, on Flickr toyota-starlet-S807223-6 by Smithyithy, on Flickr toyota-starlet-S807223-7 by Smithyithy, on Flickr toyota-starlet-S807223-9 by Smithyithy, on Flickr toyota-starlet-S807223-10 by Smithyithy, on Flickr toyota-starlet-S807223-11 by Smithyithy, on Flickr toyota-starlet-S807223-12 by Smithyithy, on Flickr Went to view it and left a deposit, sorted insurance and all that stuff, and picked it up last weekend. Home safe & sound: New Home by Smithyithy, on Flickr So the only mods it has so far, are a Blitz Nur Spec cat-back and a HKS mushroom filter. The wheels, I'm not sure what make they are, they're 15's, maybe 7J with a mix of 195/50 tyres (Nankang ditch-finders on the fronts!) they've just been refurbed in white though so look pretty nice. First job was to find the 'factory' turbo timer that was hidden away and switch it off, a bit of searching and I found this tucked away: Turbo Timer by Smithyithy, on Flickr Turbo Timer by Smithyithy, on Flickr So that got turned off, but left wired up. There's a couple of little fixes that need doing; driver's side wind deflector is coming away at the front, so I've ordered some Tiger Seal for that, and the window rubber has a gap in it, so a replacement is being sourced from a breaking car. Next on the priority list is a winter service and detail. The engine runs sweet as a nut, and the fluids look pretty new and at the right levels, but as I've no service history or records of any servicing, I'm doing the basics again myself just for peace of mind. So today, all this arrived: Winter prep by Smithyithy, on Flickr The oil is Shell Helix Ultra 5w40 from Euro Car Parts' eBay store. From ID-Workz (massive thanks dude, very fast service!): - UniPart Antifreeze- New thermostat- NGK Iridium spark plugs- Genuine Toyota oil filter- Anodised magnetic sump plug Winter service by Smithyithy, on Flickr And from Elite Car Care (again, excellent fast service): - ValetPro Citrus Pre Wash 5L- Dodo Juice Born To Be Mild shampoo 500ml- Dodo Juice Born Slippy clay lube 500ml- Gtechniq C2V3 Liquid Crystal sealant 500ml- Gtechniq Panel Wipe 250ml- Bilt Hamber Dynax UC Clear Film Anti Corrosion Wax 750ml- ValetPro medium grade clay 100g- Elite 3" backing plate for my D/A- Dodo Juice soft, medium and firm 'Fin' pads, 6" and 3"- Eurow lambswool wash mitt- Elite Wonder Trio microfibre set Winter cleaning by Smithyithy, on Flickr Think that's it so far, I've got loads of plans for it, but this is just the little bits I've done so far.. Just waiting for a decent spot of weather now to crack on with the winter prep. I've ordered some nicer number plates too - slightly smaller front, no banding. Comments welcome, Cheers, Chris. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chris Green Posted October 22, 2013 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Looks really clean mate! Health to enoy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smithyithy Posted October 22, 2013 Author Share Posted October 22, 2013 Thanks bud Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmymac101 Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Looks super clean man as said in another thread be careful with that tiger seal ( especially with white car ) because once it's on the car it doesn't come off ! So use sparingly little by little have a damp cloth ready to wipe any away Ohh and wear latex gloves to save the hands lol James Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smithyithy Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 Haha, cheers - yeah I will do man, I've used some similar stuff on an old car, it bloody stinks.. I'll just do a row of tiny dots along the where it sits and tape it in place until it's dry. Just hope for a bloody dry weekend now, at least 1 day, cause it's been constant rain all week Quote Link to post Share on other sites
whitestar Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Really nice base to start! My glanza was in bare stock condition too when I first got it, not even aftermarket exhaust or filter. Good luck with this, It'll be interesting to see where this goes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ro55ifumi Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Nice base and enjoy John Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Liam_D Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 Good to see you have Another dude!! Thank you you giving my one up so I could own it Looking forward to seeing this one evolve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smithyithy Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 Cheers man, and you're welcome haha. Got loads of ideas in my head but it's gonna be a long term build. I'm deliberating whether or not to start building on power with the CT9 or just look ahead to an upgraded turbo and the parts needed for that. But aside from the engine I think Meister coilovers, WMS big brakes, as many chassis and handling parts as I can get my hands on.. Stripped rear with carpeted false floor, may or may not run a lightweight audio setup... Engine noise or not, I need my music.. Full spectrum of gauges etc. Fixed bucket seats, no idea which ones yet, I love Recaro Pole Position's though.. For wheels I really fancy some 16x7 Speedlines in white Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AdamB Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 That looks mega mate and fair play for giving her the treatment she deserves.I would love a white 98/99 spec totally stock as a daily. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smithyithy Posted October 23, 2013 Author Share Posted October 23, 2013 I'm surprised by how economical it's been! Seems like the same gear ratios as the Polo it replaced as my commuter, and at motorway speeds, 50/70mph it's using about the same amount of fuel. It goes down a bit quicker if I need to teach a 1-series BMW not to tailgate me, but still.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smithyithy Posted October 26, 2013 Author Share Posted October 26, 2013 Started some cleaning today, removed my tatty old plates to clean behind: Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr Riffy!! Nice new plates, went for a 13x7 rear, and a 12x6 front: Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr Fixed mt wind deflector, it had just unclipped, so didn't need any new adhesive, but this rubber runner had started coming away at the front, so I applied some Tiger Seal underneath, taped it to hold it down and cure: Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr So, jacked the car up in stands and took the wheels off, got my mate to clean and seal those off the car, while I clean the arches (very thoroughly!) and underside / sills with APC, dried it all off and sealed it with this wax, safe and ready for the winter: Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr Hopefully the weather will hold off again tomorrow so I can make a start with properly cleaning the rest. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kavan-k Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Awesome base! Your a clean freak i see haha Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smithyithy Posted October 27, 2013 Author Share Posted October 27, 2013 Yeah I'm a bit obsessive Got some more done today, wasn't able to polish it due to the on/off weather and having to work outdoors, but it got a thorough clean and a layer of protection, will upload some pics tomorrow. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kavan-k Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I better be able to see you taking the picture in the bodywork or its just not clean enough haha Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smithyithy Posted November 28, 2013 Author Share Posted November 28, 2013 (edited) Only minor updates so far. Managed to detail it a few weeks ago, washed, de-tar, de-iron and a quick all-in-one on the paint, as I haven't had time yet to clay and machine polish it. Some pics: Foamed: Cleaning by Smithyithy, on Flickr Tar removal: Cleaning by Smithyithy, on Flickr Iron removal (lots!), that's not rust in the second pic, it's a bit off a plant cause it was proper windy: Cleaning by Smithyithy, on Flickr Cleaning by Smithyithy, on Flickr Some finished (for now) pics: Cleaning by Smithyithy, on Flickr Cleaning by Smithyithy, on Flickr Didn't do a lot after that as I've been really busy, the battery completely died so I replaced that recently and fired her back up, just been taking it on the evenings for quick blasts Been changing the bulbs. I ordered 4 of those 'xenon look' LED sidelight / number plate bulbs, which are rubbish, so I'm now waiting for two pairs of 9-SMD ones, should be much better! Ordered some Silvatecs for the front, and last night fitted my Osram Nightbreakers, which I'm impressed with! Before: Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr After: Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr Much better, can't moan for £12! Big plans for the new year Edited November 28, 2013 by smithyithy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JayJ Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 I can't believe Nightbreakers are that white, must get those to myself too! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jellybaby Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 Where u get the night breakers from ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smithyithy Posted November 29, 2013 Author Share Posted November 29, 2013 eBay, can't remember the seller but they were about £12 for the pair Yeah they are a really crisp white, exactly what I was after. I wouldn't say they're 'brighter' than stock bulbs, but then they are only the same power, but the whiter light does make the view somewhat clearer, and of course they look much nicer on the car. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
smithyithy Posted December 16, 2013 Author Share Posted December 16, 2013 No real updates yet, Xmas has put a hold on things Just planning and saving at the moment, doing little bits here and there.. Got a few pics tonight after filling her up: Untitled by Smithyithy, on Flickr Lurking.. by Smithyithy, on Flickr 16e3d96e-7e76-47b2-bc0a-f8530925b00e by Smithyithy, on Flickr Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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