White95 Posted July 26, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2019 More rust removal: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2019 Once that dries I’m gonna bolt two wheels on, flip it over and coat the bottom. This is just the first coat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2019 Bottom side coated: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasW Posted July 27, 2019 Report Share Posted July 27, 2019 That looks much nicer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2019 Rats... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streetpilot Posted July 27, 2019 Report Share Posted July 27, 2019 (edited) UGH! And it was going so well...😣 Edited July 27, 2019 by streetpilot 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2019 39 minutes ago, streetpilot said: UGH! And it was going so well...😣 Didn’t seem to bother it at all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 28, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2019 Late night... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators LWARRIOR1016 Posted July 28, 2019 Moderators Report Share Posted July 28, 2019 I’m glad to see some progress! Im really confused as to how that man is always wearing shorts when he is cutting and welding, and doesn’t burn the shit out his legs. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 28, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2019 Lots of progress happening! Pictures later tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streetpilot Posted July 29, 2019 Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 So much win. Nice to see all of these nice parts coming together in what is going to be a great car. On a darker note, installing an aluminum driveshaft is going to be, shall we say, time consuming...😜 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 You got that right. It will be a chore!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedTwilight Posted July 29, 2019 Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 9 hours ago, White95 said: Umm... Do we drink now? Or is that only for the other forum? LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prokiller Posted July 29, 2019 Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 i see you have the torque arm installed before the panhard. how did you make sure it was in the right place? @Shifty and i were following in MM's directions and it says you need to install the panhard first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shifty Posted July 29, 2019 Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 Yes I am curious on this as well. It looks a bit easier on a lift lol. And damn the frame drilling on the PH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shifty Posted July 29, 2019 Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 On 7/15/2019 at 12:26 PM, White95 said: Day 44 at work and I'm starting to lose it SO, since the work load has shifted to "hot stand-by", I checked my build log and decided it was time to order some of the less glamorous stuff needed to finish a few projects. First, I need to tackle the rear end. I'm going to drain the gear oil and 'start fresh' so that I know exactly what fluids I have. TO THE INTERNET!!!! After being confused by the Eaton's recommendation for gear oil and then embarking on an hour long crusade for the truth, I've decided to run Torco RGO 80w90 in my 'new' rear end. Why? So this what you decided to go with? I did quite a bit of googling when I had the rearend rebuilt. It still has no oil in it and I cannot decide on the oil to use. I also have a Trutrack Ill have to look up this oil later. Is it mineral based or synthetic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 @Prokiller @Shifty “Lateral Location Requirements Your car must have a sturdy Panhard Bar or Watt’s Link installed before installing the Maximum Motorsports TA. It is YOUR responsibility to determine the suitability of any device other than ours. You are responsible for the consequences if you do not use a strong enough locating device.” What they’re saying is you can’t just delete the upper control arms and rely on the TA to handle lateral movement. They’re not saying you need it installed to properly install the TA but to properly utilize the TA. Also, I set the lower arms to the same length as the LCAs I pulled out. We took several measurements in various directions and used the plum bob method in the PHB directions to properly set the bar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 2 hours ago, Shifty said: So this what you decided to go with? I did quite a bit of googling when I had the rearend rebuilt. It still has no oil in it and I cannot decide on the oil to use. I also have a Trutrack Ill have to look up this oil later. Is it mineral based or synthetic? The Torco is a mineral oil without friction modifier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 2 hours ago, Shifty said: Yes I am curious on this as well. It looks a bit easier on a lift lol. And damn the frame drilling on the PH! Yes. It was a PITA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 46 minutes ago, Evilcw311 said: And this is why I went irs. Too much time and money to make the sra as strong and track worthy as what you’ve done. Holy hell thats a lot!!! I’m curious to see how yours handles after all that. May have to make a trip to meet up sometime once it’s done. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk For sure. Ironically, I sold my IRS project because I still had $1,500 or so to spend to get it right. For sake of conversation, I have about 1,500 in my SRA setup. In other news, my buddy was cleaning his parts hoard out and I watched an ‘03 IRS with aftermarket parts be sold for $500. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2019 10 minutes ago, Evilcw311 said: Are you fawking serious???? They’re still going for $900-1500 around here in bad condition. You should’ve grabbed that and I’d of came and got it from you for $600!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I started to jump on it but I didn’t need another heap of metal at the house. So, I talked my buddy into buying it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shifty Posted July 30, 2019 Report Share Posted July 30, 2019 20 hours ago, White95 said: The Torco is a mineral oil without friction modifier. Awesome I may have to look into that. I would say 1500 isnt bad to have into the rear end so far. I rebuilt the rear first, so that was close to 2k. Then the suspension parts; but i still need the swaybar, then aluminum DS and safety loop. Curious to your thoughts on the setup since mine will be about identical to you. It is also coming along a little slowly due to 2 trips to Europe this year eating its way into the budget. So you will be done it prior to me. That is crazy that guy let the IRS go for that. But hell of a deal even if it needs rebuilding Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 30, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2019 13 minutes ago, Shifty said: Awesome I may have to look into that. I would say 1500 isnt bad to have into the rear end so far. I rebuilt the rear first, so that was close to 2k. Then the suspension parts; but i still need the swaybar, then aluminum DS and safety loop. Curious to your thoughts on the setup since mine will be about identical to you. It is also coming along a little slowly due to 2 trips to Europe this year eating its way into the budget. So you will be done it prior to me. That is crazy that guy let the IRS go for that. But hell of a deal even if it needs rebuilding Did a a lot of research before I chose the fluid since my Eaton Truetrack requires no friction modifier. One day when she hits the road I’ll post my thoughts of the new setup. I’ve never driven a SN95 with this much rear suspension work. Luckily, a local enthusiast decided to part his GT out and I bought my built 8.8 for $600. The PHB was used but never installed and was $150. I paid full price for the TA and sway bar kits which were $420 and $650 respectively. That brings the total to $1,820. My math is off. I paid $1k for the struts/shocks and coil overs so add another $500 to bring it to $2,320 and add the upper shock mounts at $188 so I’ve invested $2508. So, it’s close to a wash with the IRS project I had with the FTBR setup ringing in around $1k, the shocks/coilovers were around $600 and the rear differential cover being $330. That doesn’t include adjustable tie rods, exhaust, rebuilding the chunk with gears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 Home again!!! Hope this is the last trailer ride for awhile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalamar Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 You're gonna love the TA White - was one of my favorite mods. totally changes how well the car drives. Better, solid, level. Good stuff man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shifty Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 20 hours ago, White95 said: Did a a lot of research before I chose the fluid since my Eaton Truetrack requires no friction modifier. One day when she hits the road I’ll post my thoughts of the new setup. I’ve never driven a SN95 with this much rear suspension work. Luckily, a local enthusiast decided to part his GT out and I bought my built 8.8 for $600. The PHB was used but never installed and was $150. I paid full price for the TA and sway bar kits which were $420 and $650 respectively. That brings the total to $1,820. My math is off. I paid $1k for the struts/shocks and coil overs so add another $500 to bring it to $2,320 and add the upper shock mounts at $188 so I’ve invested $2508. So, it’s close to a wash with the IRS project I had with the FTBR setup ringing in around $1k, the shocks/coilovers were around $600 and the rear differential cover being $330. That doesn’t include adjustable tie rods, exhaust, rebuilding the chunk with gears. I havnt been doing as much research on the fluid as I could since I dont want to fill the rear until i can steadily drive it. But I have a Trutrack as well so I may look into what you are using! So I am glad I saw that post lol. I have never been in one with this much work either. And to go from just springs to the whole thing being upgraded will be interesting. May be hard to get used to since it will be a big jump. My rear end let go of its seals at @Prokillers house. So that was the tipping point to really get the project underway. Bought the trutrack, 373s(found out car had them the whole time lol), 31 spline axels, rebuild kit, ARP studs, B&M diff cover. Then had it done at a shop and they welded the tubes, cutt off some of the extra mounts on the axels, and painted it. So that was 1k in labor. and about 1100-1200 in parts give or take. Did not do C-clip eliminators though. I already had koni yellows, So needed the Coils from MM and the TQ Arm. Got a set of used MM race ones for $100. Had the PH bar from @Prokiller already (trade for FR500 steering wheel). I just need the swaybar and aluminum driveshaft. I havent thought about the upper shock mounts yet. Were they a pain? But your car is coming along. Good to see it back in the garage. What is next on the list now that the rear suspension is done? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 34 minutes ago, Shifty said: I havnt been doing as much research on the fluid as I could since I dont want to fill the rear until i can steadily drive it. But I have a Trutrack as well so I may look into what you are using! So I am glad I saw that post lol. I have never been in one with this much work either. And to go from just springs to the whole thing being upgraded will be interesting. May be hard to get used to since it will be a big jump. My rear end let go of its seals at @Prokillers house. So that was the tipping point to really get the project underway. Bought the trutrack, 373s(found out car had them the whole time lol), 31 spline axels, rebuild kit, ARP studs, B&M diff cover. Then had it done at a shop and they welded the tubes, cutt off some of the extra mounts on the axels, and painted it. So that was 1k in labor. and about 1100-1200 in parts give or take. Did not do C-clip eliminators though. I already had koni yellows, So needed the Coils from MM and the TQ Arm. Got a set of used MM race ones for $100. Had the PH bar from @Prokiller already (trade for FR500 steering wheel). I just need the swaybar and aluminum driveshaft. I havent thought about the upper shock mounts yet. Were they a pain? But your car is coming along. Good to see it back in the garage. What is next on the list now that the rear suspension is done? Still have to install the upper shock mounts but I can already see the need for some shorty drill bits to make that task go smooth. Otherwise: Wire + mount Leash Electronics relay box for fan, HVAC and fuel pump Finalize trunk portion of battery relocation wiring + function test Brakes + fluid PS fluid fill Exhaust Coolant load start tune a pray it runs? set PHB to close enough Send to Chris Carver Motorsports dial suspension in Datalog and break in miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 I’m sure that list will grow as things come up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shifty Posted July 31, 2019 Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 The swaybar looks fun to install as well. lol. Fin A. Yea that list will grow maybe. Mine is a bit larger but I am a ways behind you in things 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 12 hours ago, Dalamar said: You're gonna love the TA White - was one of my favorite mods. totally changes how well the car drives. Better, solid, level. Good stuff man. That sounds amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted July 31, 2019 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2019 17 minutes ago, Shifty said: The swaybar looks fun to install as well. lol. Fin A. Yea that list will grow maybe. Mine is a bit larger but I am a ways behind you in things It was truly the biggest PITA out of the three. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shifty Posted August 1, 2019 Report Share Posted August 1, 2019 17 hours ago, White95 said: It was truly the biggest PITA out of the three. sounds like I dont want to do it myself lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted August 1, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2019 1 hour ago, Shifty said: sounds like I dont want to do it myself lol No! You need an extra pair of hands for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted August 2, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2019 (Edit: this didn’t happen so I’ll just have a stock hood for now.) Trading a stock hood for a 96-98 Cobra hood today. This will take the place of the hood I got from B.Mad. I will transfer the Aerocatch latches over but not the Tracspec vents. I’m not sure if/when/where those will be reused. It just rains too much here. (Photo credit: Tommy Frank) I’ve always liked the way the 96-98 Cobra’s looked AND the Whipple will fit under this hood. 😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted August 2, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2019 New look 🤪 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted August 2, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2019 47 minutes ago, Evilcw311 said: Needs moar black........... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Coming right up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted August 2, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 2, 2019 Nope. Moar white! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
White95 Posted August 4, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2019 22 hours ago, Evilcw311 said: Ya damn tease!!!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I know. The deal fell through for the black hood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomasW Posted August 4, 2019 Report Share Posted August 4, 2019 On 8/2/2019 at 12:56 PM, Evilcw311 said: Needs moar black........... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk If he’d put the T1 back on, he’d have moat CF black. Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
