1997 ST204 5SFE Project Options

[R4R44V15]

I'm new here.

I've recently purchased my first Celica, being a 1997 Celica GT. I've always wanted to have a car that I could work on, so this seems like something I can learn and have fun with. I've never really worked on cars at all besides minor maintenance and the like, so fair warning.

So far I have an Injen short ram intake, and NGK Iridium IX plugs and wires. The rest is all stock, so plenty room for improvement. I wanted to start this thread as a sort of project thread, and to also collect ideas and knowledge from you all on what I should do next!

I'd also like to mention that I'm interested in keeping this strictly as a 5SFE build for now.

Any suggestions?

This post has been edited by R4R44V15: Dec 25, 2011 - 10:47 PM

[kurt95gt]

header webcams 2.25-2.5 inch exhaust short shifter
modify a set of neon strut tower braces
new rims tires
just a few things you can do ofc the top of my head
oh an lowering springs

[R4R44V15]

Took some pictures today. A little dirty.

[PhoenixTech]

WHA! Hope you have some dark sunglasses to protect your eyes from that interior!!!! Have you considered a 5SFTE build? You can put a quality reliable setup together for $4000~ Will make that a peppy fun little car! However, I'd start with giving her a much needed bath

-Cam, Tweak'd Performance

This post has been edited by PhoenixTech: Dec 29, 2011 - 9:53 AM

[R4R44V15]

WHA! Hope you have some dark sunglasses to protect your eyes from that interior!!!! Have you considered a 5SFTE build? You can put a quality reliable setup together for $4000~ Will make that a peppy fun little car! However, I'd start with giving her a much needed bath

-Cam, Tweak'd Performance

Haha. I actually just finished washing the car inside and out! And as for the interior, it came that way. I've been planning to re-do it in the next couple weeks. Question on that though. Since those were painted and all, paint thinner is alright to use on them right? Logically, I'd say yes, but experience-wise (especially with trim) I have no idea.

[kurt95gt]

Soak them in brake fluid overnight then scrub them an the paint should come right off
Learned that on mucle car on spike tv

[PhoenixTech]

WHA! Hope you have some dark sunglasses to protect your eyes from that interior!!!! Have you considered a 5SFTE build? You can put a quality reliable setup together for $4000~ Will make that a peppy fun little car! However, I'd start with giving her a much needed bath

-Cam, Tweak'd Performance

Haha. I actually just finished washing the car inside and out! And as for the interior, it came that way. I've been planning to re-do it in the next couple weeks. Question on that though. Since those were painted and all, paint thinner is alright to use on them right? Logically, I'd say yes, but experience-wise (especially with trim) I have no idea.

Haha, I figured the interior came that way since you said you just bought her. It's only paint, it can be changed Looks like a nice clean car to start with for a nice project! Good luck and have fun with her!

-Cam, Tweak'd Performance

[R4R44V15]

Moving along slowly, but still moving. Haha. I got all of the interior trim pieces back to black, and then bought a nice carbon fiber trim kit. Just waiting on some Italian leather gaiters and a Flossy shift knob that I ordered. Picture update soon! What a good change.

Also, I installed all of my Spree LED kit, besides for the climate control unit since I'm lazy. I'll probably (hopefully) still get around to it! Seat covers are gone gone and the steering wheel cover is gone as well. Now I just need to get rid of these hideous floor mats. Any suggestions!?

This post has been edited by R4R44V15: Mar 29, 2012 - 4:21 AM