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Dysfnctnl85 04-17-2007 07:28 AM

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Here are the pics. Maybe some kind moderator would allow me to edit my post again or maybe put these in the appropriate places...



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Dysfnctnl85 04-17-2007 07:28 AM

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And here are a few things I would like to get ID'd. I don't really know where they're supposed to go or even if I need to use them. The one thing I would like to keep is the ability to use the heater https://www.nopistons.com/forums/pub...IR#>/smile.gif.



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I'm not sure which one of these goes to the rear lights, or what the other connections are for. I know the speed sensor is on the other side of the transmission, but there are two electrical lines as well...



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Dysfnctnl85 04-22-2007 02:13 PM

Got the TB put back together. I also put in the fusebox mounting bracket. After looking at my motor I'm thinking that a new waterpump housing (at least just the housing) would be pretty cool and would simplify the radiator hose routing -- where would I get somethin like that?



Also, I'm not sure how to finish the brake system -- I haven't been able to find a 3/16" tubing -> AN adapter to save my life. I've even though about completely scrapping the tubing and doing just AN, but I still wouldn't know how to attach the stainless steel hose to the master...

Dysfnctnl85 04-25-2007 07:58 PM

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Rear brakes are going on this weekend pending the purchase of calipers...



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Dysfnctnl85 04-29-2007 05:13 PM

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I managed to engineer a solution for the T->Master Cylinder problem. I installed the ReSpeed -10AN oil pedestal so I can hook up my oil pressure gauge when the time comes. I would have installed the brake kit, but for some reason I ASSumed that it used 4pots all the way around, so now I have an extra set of TII FRONT calipers and I'm need of TII REAR calipers to complete the conversion.



The TII water pump fits nicely and allows for much more straightforward plumbing to the radiator. I dismantled it and I'm getting it bead blasted and painted. Here are pics of the progress:



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z-beater 06-30-2007 09:27 AM

Do you still need those things identified? Keep your head up, things will come together. People don't realize how long of a project this is. There have to be a million half finished turbo FB's out there.

Dysfnctnl85 07-01-2007 07:10 PM


Originally Posted by z-beater' post='876659' date='Jun 30 2007, 10:27 AM
Do you still need those things identified? Keep your head up, things will come together. People don't realize how long of a project this is. There have to be a million half finished turbo FB's out there.



Thanks for response https://www.nopistons.com/forums/pub...IR#>/smile.gif.



I still don't have a clue what some of those are. I don't know if I just can't read the manual or what...haha. I want to keep heat though -- I didn't remove the core. I'm making progress. I should have the Respeed rear brakes on this weekend.



I installed the RB dual belt pulley but I'm afraid that I might have dropped a thrust bearing: I unbolted the main eshaft bolt, not all the way, just sort of broke it loose, and then remembered that I should have the motor upright. I moved it and then removed the bolt. I hope I didn't cause any damage.



I finished clear-coating my new water pump and after I install it I guess I'll know for sure. If the pullies line up I'll be golden. I've already purchased everything to replace the bearing if necessary so...we'll see.



EDIT: I don't need to know where that extra nipple on the waterpump goes since I have a new one now https://www.nopistons.com/forums/pub...IR#>/smile.gif.

z-beater 07-03-2007 10:08 AM

Ok, well if you need something let me know. I know where some of those things go. Your setup is slightly different than mine and I think there are a couple small differences.

drifter 07-03-2007 11:13 AM


Originally Posted by z-beater' post='876659' date='Jun 30 2007, 10:27 PM
Do you still need those things identified? Keep your head up, things will come together. People don't realize how long of a project this is. There have to be a million half finished turbo FB's out there.

HA! so true. Mines been going on roughly 5 years now?

Stopped when i lost the garage i was working on it in. Pity it was totally stripped when that day came. https://www.nopistons.com/forums/pub..._DIR#>/sad.gif



Keep up the effort.

Dysfnctnl85 07-04-2007 10:05 AM


Originally Posted by z-beater' post='876901' date='Jul 3 2007, 11:08 AM
Ok, well if you need something let me know. I know where some of those things go. Your setup is slightly different than mine and I think there are a couple small differences.



Yeah all the stuff in post # 442 escapes me!

Dysfnctnl85 09-05-2007 09:21 PM

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So two months without any updates...



I ran into some problems with the ReSpeed big brake kit because I still had 12a ebrake lines! Billy was kind enough to sell me some stockers that he used to prototype the kit:



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You can see the differences between the two. After some hard work and a lot of WD-40 I was able to take out the old lines and install the new ones:



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Tomorrow I'm going to pick up some bolts (Billy recommended 5/16" w/ lock nuts) for the axle plates:



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...after which I should be able to *finally* finish the rear end for good.



Now that I think about it I might have one more small problem, and that is the brake hardline on the axle. I didn't check that last time I was under there so that might be necessary...



If you were quick you noticed the fuel filter dangling...I think I've decided to get a sump and keep the external pump...any objections?

Dysfnctnl85 10-28-2007 07:49 PM

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Updates! After a struggle with the axles, Billy and I realized I had a small bearing rear end. :headslap:



Here's the new GSL-SE rear end in place with the new axles. Finished the swap today.



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Hopefully I'll be putting this stuff back on shortly:



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My new brakes, mostly assembled, haha:



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Dysfnctnl85 11-04-2007 09:11 PM

I ordered a surge tank from TweakIT today and also emailed Billy to make sure I'm looking for the right wheels.



It's extremely difficult to find something that fits, remains light, and looks good all at the same time. :(

3rd_fbproject 11-05-2007 10:40 AM


Originally Posted by Dysfnctnl85' post='876737' date='Jul 1 2007, 07:10 PM
Thanks for response https://www.nopistons.com/forums/pub...IR.



I still don't have a clue what some of those are. I don't know if I just can't read the manual or what...haha. I want to keep heat though -- I didn't remove the core. I'm making progress. I should have the Respeed rear brakes on this weekend.



I installed the RB dual belt pulley but I'm afraid that I might have dropped a thrust bearing: I unbolted the main eshaft bolt, not all the way, just sort of broke it loose, and then remembered that I should have the motor upright. I moved it and then removed the bolt. I hope I didn't cause any damage.



I finished clear-coating my new water pump and after I install it I guess I'll know for sure. If the pullies line up I'll be golden. I've already purchased everything to replace the bearing if necessary so...we'll see.



EDIT: I don't need to know where that extra nipple on the waterpump goes since I have a new one now https://www.nopistons.com/forums/pub...IR#>/smile.gif.



I've been working on a project for 3 years now and have had a similar problem. The first thing I did was pull the motor out. I did'nt label much of anything and now the time has come to put the rebuilt motor in. After staring at boxes, drawers and bags of parts, with no memory of where anything goes. I decided to go to a local junkyard and take some detailed pics of engine bays to figure out where everything goes. I've been checking out your project for quite a while. GOOD WORK, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP!

Rx-J 12-17-2009 03:30 AM

hey im lookin 4 an 84-85 gs no sunroof and drums that's the model i want if anyone has one pls email me

murmullo13 01-20-2010 06:57 PM

I'm pretty sure I saw that plate you need on the back of your intake on Racing Beats web site.Check it out or give them a call it might save you the trouble of making one.


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