Idrees Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Heres a new build thread for my EP82 as the old one got a bit confusing. J 20th November 2013 I had been on the hunt for a decent White Quadlight for a few months before Aamir found this one for me. It was a bit rough on the edges (cracked bumper, flaking paint on wheels, brakes screwed) but it was a good base to start with. Its a 96 N reg so one of the last EP82s registered, and it has a sunroof and ABS. All bonus points for me! Uzzy was kind enough to take me to Essex to collect it. The brakes were non-existent, I literally had to use engine braking for the 230 mile drive home! Back at mine looking a bit filthy: 30th November 2013 First things first; brakes! Me and Aamir fitted new OE spec discs and pads with a pair of used calipers as the old ones were seized. We also used the opportunity to replace the front wheel bearings. The next job was to replace the Blitz rep FMIC with a JP kit. 29th March 2014 Just like most of my projects, this one also sat around for months doing absolutely nothing. I thought I would get back in to it by fitting a new set of wheels. I had a spare set of 15 Sparco NS2s so they were refurbished in Metallic Grey and fitted up with Toyo T1Rs. I also fitted an ID-Workz braided fuel hose. 5th April 2014 I then thought it wouldnt be such a bad idea to get the car road worthy, so had an MOT done and bought road tax. Mileage read 134862 kms. The paint was in need of a good clean, so I gave her a full hand polish using AD Euphoria which worked a treat. Here's a few before and afters. Once I had done that, Aamir swapped the Sparcos with a set of 15 Grids from my Glanza. I thought they suited the car more than the Sparcos, so they stayed put. Next was an ID-Workz Gear linkage bush kit. Old vs new: 23rd April 2014 The rear gearbox mount was showing signs of wear so a full set of Powerflex engine/gearbox mounts went on. Thanks to Aamir once again as he did most of the work. He also fitted a MPH converter. 5th October 2014 Over the Summer we had the bodywork tidied up for Japfest 2 and JAE. The edge of the rear quarter panel and bumper had some shoddy paintwork in the past, so the full quarter panel and bumper were given a fresh lick of paint. The Toms bumper was in a state too, and I really fancied the look of the Livesports Type A rep front lip. I bought an OEM front bumper and we had that painted along with the front lip. The side skirts and rear spats were also given a fresh lick of paint at the same time. A week before Japfest me and Uzzy went on holiday, so once again Aamir had the pleasure of fitting a few parts. First up was another brake change consisting of:ID-Workz Performance Front DiscsID-Workz Performance Rear DiscsEBC Red Stuff Front padsEBC Ultimax Rear PadsNew rear wheel bearings and seals Brake fluid changePaint all calipers Black The OEM radiator was replaced with a shiny new ID-Workz Radiator package: ID-Workz Triple core radSlimline fan ID-Workz S/S Mounting brackets Cs Short Shifter with Razo gearknob: Other bits included: · TRD Oil cap· Painted cam cover Grey and refitted with a new gasket set· OEM Mat set· Replaced drivers side window motor· New Black wheel nuts· Oil change with new ID-Workz magnetic sump plug· NGK Iridium Spark Plugs· New battery and clamp Once all that was done, she was up and running sweet and then went off to have vinyls done. Here's the finished result: 7th March 2015 A few more bits done, mainly maintenance work: OEM Exedy Clutch kitNew Rear crank sealResealed sumpNew NSF driveshaft sealJAM Racing ActuatorRoad Runner decatID-Workz CT9 Short route hot pipeLow mileage (62k) C65 Glanza gearbox And last but not least, a few interior goodies gathered along the way: TRD 280kmh Dial set OEM Clean box OEM Cup holders Nardi steering wheel That brings us up to date. The car has probably covered less than 500 miles in the last year but I am really hoping to use it this year! Spec List: EngineStock 4E-FTE / CT9JAM Racing ActuatorRoad Runner DecatJPerformance FMICBlitz NUR Spec ExhaustNGK HT LeadsID-Workz Braided Fuel HoseID-Workz Racing Radiator Kit DrivetrainC65 GearboxExedy OEM Clutch KitHEL Braided Clutch LineID-Workz Gear Linkage BushesC's Short Shifter Suspension / ChassisKYB SR Special ShockersRSR* Lowering SpringsPowerflex Engine / Gearbox MountsAll New wheel bearings BrakesID-Workz Performance Front Brake DiscsID-Workz Performance Rear Brake DiscsEBC Red Stuff Front Brake PadsEBC Ultimax Rear Brake Pads Exterior15 x 7" Rota Grids195/55 Toyo T1R'sGenuine Tom's front grillGenuine Tom's side skirtsGenuine Tom's rear spatsGenuine Tom's rear spoilerID-Workz Livesports Type A rep front lipOEM Wind Deflectors InteriorNardi Steering WheelTRD 280kph Dial setOEM Mat setOptional Centre Cup holdersOptional Clean Box Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nicholai Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 Nice looking GT mate do remember it a few years ago. You have done a lot of work on her and made her a very good GT. Only thing she is missing in my eyes is the tomz front bumper Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Calum122 Posted March 13, 2015 Share Posted March 13, 2015 Nice, do you still sell those braided fuel line? May have to get one of those when I do the fuel filter. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Idrees Posted March 16, 2015 Author Share Posted March 16, 2015 Cheers Nicholai, the Tom's bumpers do look awesome indeed. Calum yes, the braided fuel lines are on our website. Today I gave her an oil and filter change and fitted a new set of NGK plugs (speedo shows 136,380 miles). I also got her tax'd as I plan to actually drive it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stevenights4 Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 I have just gone past this parked up on the grass Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Idrees Posted March 27, 2015 Author Share Posted March 27, 2015 We park it on the main road for a bit of promotion. Are you local and do you have a Starlet? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
starletgt-shady Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Looking good mate. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stevenights4 Posted March 28, 2015 Share Posted March 28, 2015 We park it on the main road for a bit of promotion. :)Are you local and do you have a Starlet?Na mate I'm not local I work for northgate and was in the area picking a van up and see it on the side of the road I'm from Kent lol yer I have a ep91 but it's only a spotif lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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