 [5S-FE] Syaoran's Build, Update August 14! |
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 Nov 21, 2012 - 3:05 PM
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More pics!
Roof getting fixed... had to use generous amount of filler on it because of how bad it was:  Base coat on one side:   -------------------- 1993 Celica GT Coupe - sold
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Nov 21, 2012 - 3:38 PM
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Gosh! I love when you can see how smooth and straight it is. Gives a real idea of how nice it's gonna be when finished.
 I'll probably take my door handles off tho, even if its a bit of hassle. This post has been edited by Edser: Nov 21, 2012 - 3:40 PM --------------------  |
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Nov 21, 2012 - 9:10 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 4, '12 From US Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
Yeah my guy did a pretty good job. I can't wait for the end result... should be around tomorrow.
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Nov 23, 2012 - 1:43 AM
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Couple coats of clear, prior to buffing:
       
This post has been edited by Syaoran: Nov 23, 2012 - 1:45 AM -------------------- 1993 Celica GT Coupe - sold
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Nov 23, 2012 - 4:28 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jul 5, '12 From Barcelona Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
OH YEAH! Looking good!
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Nov 24, 2012 - 1:39 AM
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Thanks!
I hate me and my obsession with wheels... but I'm getting a new set of wheels. 17x7.5 +43 are the specs, and they look like this: 
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Nov 25, 2012 - 12:14 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 4, '12 From US Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
It's done!
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Nov 25, 2012 - 12:23 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Oct 18, '07 From Orange County, CA Currently Offline Reputation: 3 (100%) |
You did a great job man. Looks great.
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Nov 25, 2012 - 12:55 AM
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I don't like taking credit for work I didn't do
 I had it done by someone who is starting out his business here in the Island. Lives a couple of minutes from me, and I've seen his work. He does good stuff, IMO, so I took it to him because of of his crazy low price (he's trying to be very competitive to get a customer base first). This would've cost me near $1500 anywhere else, and he did it for $750. It included getting the driver side low beam to sit properly, fixing all the dents and scratches, sanding, fixing a hole in the hatch, and priming, paint and clear. The guy is so good he's bringing the car to me so I don't have to drive to his place. He's 30 mins away from me, which isn't far, but I don't know how to get there since it's mostly rural area, and he's not going to charge me anything for it. I, of course, offered to pay him a meal. I'll keep posting pics of stuff I'm going to be doing (wheels, springs, suspension etc. and hope to get some engine work done soon) For now, I'm getting closer to where I want to be -------------------- 1993 Celica GT Coupe - sold
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Nov 25, 2012 - 3:50 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Oct 18, '07 From Orange County, CA Currently Offline Reputation: 3 (100%) |
This will definately will be a thread I will enjoy following. Keep up the good work. And giving credit where it's due. That is a great price for a paint job including all the body repairs. I'm paying 1500 for mine, like you mentioned, lol. It will be primer, top coat, and clear as well. I have one bad fender, he said he is going to replace with new. He is also going to remold my body kit. He said he will do it with fiberglass filler, so hope it'll hold better than before. Anyways, I'll post those once I get the car back. Best of luck with everything.
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Nov 25, 2012 - 10:09 AM
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The paint looks great.
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Nov 25, 2012 - 12:03 PM
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QUOTE (JasonX @ Nov 25, 2012 - 4:50 AM)  This will definately will be a thread I will enjoy following. Keep up the good work. And giving credit where it's due. That is a great price for a paint job including all the body repairs. I'm paying 1500 for mine, like you mentioned, lol. It will be primer, top coat, and clear as well. I have one bad fender, he said he is going to replace with new. He is also going to remold my body kit. He said he will do it with fiberglass filler, so hope it'll hold better than before. Anyways, I'll post those once I get the car back. Best of luck with everything. Remolding the kit isn't easy that's for sure. If he does a seamless job you'll be happy. My life motto goes like "I'd pay anything for everything, as long as I'm happy with it". I'm like that with food. I'd spend all my money eating. QUOTE (richee3 @ Nov 25, 2012 - 11:09 AM) The paint looks great. Thanks! -------------------- 1993 Celica GT Coupe - sold
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Nov 28, 2012 - 3:02 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 4, '12 From US Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
So a small update: I finally mounted the Tein springs on, the front strut mounts and rear Miata endlinks. Have to finish up some stuff and wash the car before I take pics.
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1994 Celica GT Liftback |
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Nov 28, 2012 - 3:45 PM
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Small preview:
 Still no wheels on. -------------------- 1993 Celica GT Coupe - sold
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Nov 28, 2012 - 4:25 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 4, '12 From US Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
Instagram'd pic (I need a real camera):
 And another unedited:  How my living room looks like right now: 
-------------------- 1993 Celica GT Coupe - sold
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Jan 7, 2013 - 11:38 AM
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Enthusiast Joined May 29, '09 From Gainesville, FL Currently Offline Reputation: 17 (100%) |
Looking good! Love the paint.
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Jan 7, 2013 - 12:12 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Jan 4, '12 From US Currently Offline Reputation: 6 (100%) |
Thanks!
-------------------- 1993 Celica GT Coupe - sold
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Jan 8, 2013 - 8:06 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Sep 18, '12 From Kent, UK Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Nice restoration job! Look forward to seeing it with the new wheels.
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Jan 8, 2013 - 8:30 PM
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I want to see it soon with the wheels too haha! I just can't afford the spacers which I need to make them fit properly.
I'm also looking into buying a newer 5S-FE from a 98+ Camry or Solara. I want the crank sensor and wasted spark setup and some extra parts to play with (extra head and intake manifold, etc) Hopefully I'll buy it by the end of the month. -------------------- 1993 Celica GT Coupe - sold
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Jan 9, 2013 - 5:23 PM
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Won't those new wheels be really sunk in?
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