OldNathan Posted December 21, 2011 Author Share Posted December 21, 2011 First if he isnt happy with the pinion angle you need to sort out some adjustable arms to correct the diff angle, its a pretty good call from him. Also if the driveshaft is hitting the floor you need to fix that obviously. As for travel it depends on how you have it setup/ what your setup is? in the back it could be as simple as lower profile bump stops? the front may take some more work, depends on those BC's. Should be able to cert it at 85mm if you do it right Yeah this is all stuff I'll do later. I want to enjoy it over summer and I have a few other things I might do to her so a re cert later once its all done isnt a problem. I'll just sell my other nut to pay for it. Car has been raised now about 20mm and a one piece driveshaft is being made today. Re cert check tomorrow morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmatedan Posted January 6, 2012 Share Posted January 6, 2012 ill get a massive chubby when we go for our first cruise bro, ill even show you if you want Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNathan Posted January 6, 2012 Author Share Posted January 6, 2012 I dont know why you say"if you want". you never give me a choice dan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldmatedan Posted January 11, 2012 Share Posted January 11, 2012 dam bro having a real hard time getting bonnet/doors /leftover paint back bro really learnt my lesson shoulda done it at your house man!!!!!! but..... get engine back on monday so itl be in on tues an wired up the following week Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNathan Posted January 11, 2012 Author Share Posted January 11, 2012 I still dont see a build thread. A must. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNathan Posted January 24, 2012 Author Share Posted January 24, 2012 Thought I would wack this in here as Andys discussion isnt about insurance. Im quite happy. Auto club was $1200 per year. Swann just emailed me: I can confirm we can cover your vehicle for Full Cover Agreed Value of $15,000.00 with effect from today. Full Cover Annual Premium $293.00 Standard Excess $250 Theft Excess $500 I sent them pictures and details on the car so that is the agreed amount. It would cost that to build it again but my time is free. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roman Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 Car's looking awesome! You bringing it up to Aucks when you're coming to grab the diff housing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNathan Posted February 6, 2012 Author Share Posted February 6, 2012 Oh hey dude was about to PM you haha. Unfortunately I wont be bringing her up. Not keen on 11 hours of driving in 4th gear and no reg or wof. Can you PM me your details like address and number. I'll try and get there first thing Saturday or Sunday. I'll be at the D1 most of Saturday and Saturday night. Will keep in touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beaver Posted March 11, 2012 Share Posted March 11, 2012 isnt that last pic showing how the tube is welded to the existing cast piece a big no-no cert wise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duddley Posted March 11, 2012 Share Posted March 11, 2012 shit me. any lower and your gona need airbags so it can handle our shitty roads. wish roads here were as smooth as they are in japan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNathan Posted March 11, 2012 Author Share Posted March 11, 2012 isnt that last pic showing how the tube is welded to the existing cast piece a big no-no cert wise? Was waiting for that to be the first comment on that picture haha. The guy who did it is the main guy who does a lot of cert stuff up here and does most of the stock car stuff nationwide. Very respected and he has assured me its fine. It actually is honed about 40mm into the cast and then welded around the cast, which he said is cast+something??? so its ok. I'll take his word he very much knows his stuff. And yeah going to have to raise it dud. its actually 25mm off the ground haha. Will raise it another 20mm I think. Match the back then. Will sort the diff angle crap out this week as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 11, 2012 Share Posted March 11, 2012 Fuck yeah. Please don't raise it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 11, 2012 Share Posted March 11, 2012 You're in here now too, better be okay with that http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set= ... 435&type=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNathan Posted March 12, 2012 Author Share Posted March 12, 2012 Hard case yeah thats all good man. It looks like it does for people to enjoy. I really dont want to raise it but I beached it getting it back in the shed after that shot. Had to jack it up and roll it in the shed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crustywhip Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 Time for some 17inch Diesels bra. My brother said he seen and spoke briefly with you over new years. He drives fuel tankers and loves that sound of the 1uz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNathan Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 Time for some 17inch Diesels bra. My brother said he seen and spoke briefly with you over new years. He drives fuel tankers and loves that sound of the 1uz. 17's are a must. 17x7? Im in. Yeah saw him in Masterton. Gave it a bit of a squirt down the road for him. Nice guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNathan Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 Hey guys any help on the issue I have when the car is to low? I have the old, if I get a flat tire the first thing to hit is the subframe. The tire profile is 45mm but the car is/was 25mm off the ground. I have raised it another 15mm(sorry) and hopefully if I pop a tire I dont do a front flip into the ground. At least I wont need to jack the car up to get the wheel off. Is there anyway around this?? Or deal with it. Also may sound silly but what are thoughts on raising it 20mm all round and then cutting the guards and dropping them over the tire around the lip front and rear. Sounds major but I have seen this done before where they only cut the outer skin in a perfect line, pull it down and out and then fill in the gap.That way everything is off the ground but still looks low. Im not a fan of flares on this car so I dont want to do that. What are peoples thoughts on this idea? Sort of what this guy has done to his front guards but down instead of out... http://streetoptions.co.uk/VIPtoyotaAristo.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estate_ Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Holy shit that is possibly the sickest car ever, props to you sir. Any chance you have a bigger version of that latest picture of it in front of the garage? Keen to set it as my wallpaper haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNathan Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 Wait till next weekend. She will be nice and shiny and on display at the 4nRotor Nats in Parmy. Come and support oldschool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKtrips Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Hey guys any help on the issue I have when the car is to low? I have the old, if I get a flat tire the first thing to hit is the subframe. The tire profile is 45mm but the car is/was 25mm off the ground. I have raised it another 15mm(sorry) and hopefully if I pop a tire I dont do a front flip into the ground. At least I wont need to jack the car up to get the wheel off. Is there anyway around this?? Or deal with it.Other than fitted bigger rims then there is no real fix other than to raise the car.If you leave as is then your car won't flip but it may come to a stop in a hell of a hurry if the tyre blows out and you may lose control. In my mind you have to weigh up safety and practicality vs looks. I like actually LOVE low cars but the line has to be drawn somewhere - once you figure out the line then figure out where to go. OK to leave it dangerous then rock as is (I doubt it will pass cert though as there is some test with bottom of the rim to the bottom of the tyre vs the lowest stucture of the car. (exhaust is no part of it I beleive) Want it safe - then raise it or chuck on bigger diameter rims that will hit the ground before the car structure will. Personally I would leave the car as is except raise the car to a sensible level (say 60mm off the ground) for driving and cruising but when you park it up at shows you should drop it to 25mm.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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