cherrye10 Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 (edited) So, after a few months in here, its time to share my ride. It is a 1998 Reflet 2-door with the 1N 1.5d. My wife bought it as an import from Japan in 2003 and owned it since then. After 10 years as her daily, family matters dictated 2 extra doors and some more boot space, so she moved on to our Astra H wagon. It is my semi daily, since most of the time I go round with my 2002 ER5, especially in rush hour traffic. Since I took over, I embarked on its upgrade. Done so far Interior:- Power windows and mirrors from a GlanzaGlanza front seats, door cards, rear side panels, glovebox, kick panels and under-steering panel, door sills and trunk carpet.Did not find boot plastics, so sanded off 10 years of scratches and repainted them dark gray.ClockCentre console.Original parcel shelf.Got the interior light functioning again; replaced holder and both door switches.New spare tyre well plywood cover Exterior Replaced dented hood with a used scooped oneClear front turn signalsRepaired and repainted ding-riddled drivers' side door. Engine Mistakingly bought a 5afe, thinking it was a 5efe. Will exchange it for a 4efe. Still to be done:- Interior Ignition key lightRemote central locking3rd brake lightTime delay for dome lightFootwell led's(have all the above, just waiting to be fitted) Glanza instrument cluster(on its way here)Black leather oem steering wheelRear seat to match front ones and door card patternFactory double din head unit and carrozzeria onshelf speakersGot original rubber mats(but using cheap ones to prevent original ones from wearing off) Exterior:- Repaint front bumper, together with front lipHID headlight conversionRoof spoilerCarat tailamps(have already)Repair and modding of rear bumper(to fit above tailights) and addition of rear lip OR replacement with a glanza bumper(not yet sure).2nd gen Yaris 6-spoke wheels or Corolla e120 6-spoke wheels Engine:- As above, will exchange for a 4efe, thenRebore as far as block allows,Skiming, porting and polishing of cylinder headCorolla inlet mainfold(if I find one)Stainless 4-1 exhaust manifold2.5in exhaustCone filterRemapping ecuLightweight pulleys and flywheelOpen to all suggestions. This is going to be used in normal road conditions, so no hardcore parts. Just want to have some fun on the road. Braking Standard glanza stuff at front; possibly move reflet stock front setup to the back Would like to share pics here, but could not find a way how to Edited August 12, 2014 by cherrye10 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chris Green Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 There is a guide in the wiki section for photos mate. Just a suggestion, but zisco might be able to whip you up some brackets for the 5A-FE, would be cool to see a different swap. Nevertheless I like the direction your heading with this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet-Joshy Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Sounds good mate, hope you can get some pics up, depending on if my other starlet gets scrapped I may have a rolla mani for sale Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cherrye10 Posted December 11, 2013 Author Share Posted December 11, 2013 There is a guide in the wiki section for photos mate. Just a suggestion, but zisco might be able to whip you up some brackets for the 5A-FE, would be cool to see a different swap. Nevertheless I like the direction your heading with this.did some research on a-type engines into starlets and tercels. Need quite some modding to the chassis rail and move cambelt side engine mount forward. Possibly battery needs to be relocated to trunk to make way for tranny. Even then I doubt if exhaust manifold will clear radiator. So losing some €s and buying a 4efe is simpler and saves a lot of headaches. But will pop down to the guys, they're only a short drive away.Sounds good mate, hope you can get some pics up,depending on if my other starlet gets scrapped I may have a rolla mani for sale if swap a 4efe I will let you know. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet-Joshy Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 did some research on a-type engines into starlets and tercels. Need quite some modding to the chassis rail and move cambelt side engine mount forward. Possibly battery needs to be relocated to trunk to make way for tranny. Even then I doubt if exhaust manifold will clear radiator. So losing some €s and buying a 4efe is simpler and saves a lot of headaches. But will pop down to the guys, they're only a short drive away. if swap a 4efe I will let you know.okay buddy no worries Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ste91 Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Keep the engine and stick a turbo and a Bosch VE pump on it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
yaristurbo Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Diesel engine for sale? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cherrye10 Posted December 11, 2013 Author Share Posted December 11, 2013 Diesel engine for sale? it will be, eventually Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cherrye10 Posted December 11, 2013 Author Share Posted December 11, 2013 Keep the engine and stick a turbo and a Bosch VE pump on it. thought about that. But I prefer a petrol setup. have more options plus sounds better Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kingcarr Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Looking forward to Pics... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cherrye10 Posted December 11, 2013 Author Share Posted December 11, 2013 note new look front end. The flash made a good job in covering the scratches and scuffs on the front bumper. Before and after pics of interior up soon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stu Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Turbo D would be awesome!!! Wind the fuel pump up for mega smoke and run a 3inch exhaust with no mufflers - would sound awesome (and probably go pretty good too!) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jamie5414 Posted December 11, 2013 Share Posted December 11, 2013 Nice mate never seen a diesel starlet on here before, You need silver tech bulbs in your clear indicators though! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cherrye10 Posted December 12, 2013 Author Share Posted December 12, 2013 we're full of them here. and they're really slow. But great if you're after fuel economy and not bothered by performance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Billy SR Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 lose that bonnet scoop and get a turbo on that badboy, would be a game changer here in the uk! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Starlet-Joshy Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Looks nice mate! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cherrye10 Posted December 12, 2013 Author Share Posted December 12, 2013 lose that bonnet scoop and get a turbo on that badboy, would be a game changer here in the uk! not like here; 1NT's are swapped in practically all kinds of small sized cars, not only starlets and tercels; even in 80s 3series bmw's! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Xpect Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 Is that a scooped bonnet in the shape of a normal NA bonnet? It fits perfectly with NA bumper? Never seen that but want so badly Oo Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cherrye10 Posted December 12, 2013 Author Share Posted December 12, 2013 Is that a scooped bonnet in the shape of a normal NA bonnet? It fits perfectly with NA bumper? Never seen that but want so badly Oo its an NA bonnet fitted with a glanza scoop. bought it like that and I can say whoever did it did a very good job at it Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Xpect Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 That bonnet with a Remix Front would look awesome. I want one now too I love scoops on cars, not overly big ones but like this looks awesome. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cherrye10 Posted December 13, 2013 Author Share Posted December 13, 2013 how does a remix front look like? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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cherrye10 Posted December 13, 2013 Author Share Posted December 13, 2013 (edited) that's cool, if you find one of course. they must cost a fortune. I'm also liking the wheels of the silver car to the right. Aftermarket or factory option? Edited December 17, 2013 by cherrye10 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cherrye10 Posted December 22, 2013 Author Share Posted December 22, 2013 before and after interior pics almost done; just need steering wheel and rear seat to complete interior upgrade Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Zeldoz Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 I have a mint 98 spec 3 spoke wheel for sale bud Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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