kniff_666 Posted February 25, 2013 Share Posted February 25, 2013 (edited) devil in the detail! Another quick one for you. while you had the scuttle panel off, did you clean the area under it as i seem to remember one the list of things i was going to do was sort that out as the paint was starting to bubble slightly (if i remember right)? Edited February 25, 2013 by kniff_666 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted February 25, 2013 Author Share Posted February 25, 2013 devil in the detail! Another quick one for you. while you had the scuttle panel off, did you clean the area under it as i seem to remember one the list of things i was going to do was sort that out as the paint was starting to bubble slightly (if i remember right)? I have cleaned it out, but yes, the section in the center under the scuttle panel is weathered. You can see it if you look through the vents/holes in the scuttle panel. I'm just awaiting some paint and it shall be done, along with the modifying the rear arches. Hopefully be sorted by this this Sunday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black_widow87 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Tinted my front indicators today as the orange blobs were dating the car somewhat! Also fitted some led sidelight bulbs which make the world of difference, just the others to do now. http://i48.tinypic.com/2zq4qx1.jpg http://i49.tinypic.com/2roknm9.jpg http://i45.tinypic.com/k2ifzl.jpg They do still light up amber and let enough light through to pass an MOT as shown below: http://i46.tinypic.com/6pxj55.jpg Here is some before and afters with the sidelights to show the difference: http://i48.tinypic.com/25f2839.jpg http://i50.tinypic.com/2e5v3vs.jpg Loving this thread, car looks superb! What did you use to tint front indicators? Looking to do the same myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted February 26, 2013 Author Share Posted February 26, 2013 Loving this thread, car looks superb! What did you use to tint front indicators? Looking to do the same myself. Cheers! It's getting there bit by bit. The indicators were done with a light misting of satin black. I did about three coats from a distance. They still let plenty of light through, and are visible, so it's a nice cheap mod to get rid of the 'orange blobs' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black_widow87 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Cheers! It's getting there bit by bit. The indicators were done with a light misting of satin black. I did about three coats from a distance. They still let plenty of light through, and are visible, so it's a nice cheap mod to get rid of the 'orange blobs' Take it you managed to keep the existing bulbs and not change them to orange? Seen mist tinting spray on ebay but the satin you used looks pretty good tbf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted February 26, 2013 Author Share Posted February 26, 2013 Take it you managed to keep the existing bulbs and not change them to orange? Seen mist tinting spray on ebay but the satin you used looks pretty good tbf. Kept the existing bulbs yes. I've seen some of the tinting spray used but think the satin black looks just as, if not more, stealthy. Also helps I have plenty lying around. Give it a go and post up the results Makes a nice alternative to buying facelift items. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted February 28, 2013 Author Share Posted February 28, 2013 Been playing about on my phone with a few pictures. Think these are my favourite two I'm tempted to do the lights all black on the inside as oppose to the chrome rings at the moments. Any thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlton Posted February 28, 2013 Share Posted February 28, 2013 Cheers for the comments! As for the scuttle panel, it was jet washed, scotched, panel wiped and finally hit with three coats of satin black. I've done a few now all in the same method and it seems to work fine. Washed the car the day after and hit it at pretty close range with the jet wash and it's fine. It does freshen up the outside quite a lot for a small job! When you say scotched and panel wiped... what is this before I start pulling my panels off and ruining things?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted February 28, 2013 Author Share Posted February 28, 2013 When you say scotched and panel wiped... what is this before I start pulling my panels off and ruining things?! Grey scotch pad: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Grey-Ultra-Fine-Scotch-Prepping-Finishing-Pads-Pack-10-/181082866217?pt=UK_Body_Shop_Supplies_Paint&hash=item2a29614229 Panel wipe: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PANEL-WIPE-1LT-DEGREASER-SPIRIT-BASED-PAINT-PREP-FLUID-CAR-BODY-SPRAYING-/160815693448?pt=UK_Body_Shop_Supplies_Paint&hash=item25715cbe88 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kniff_666 Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Jesus ... look at the shine on that! Good job your not in direct sunlight or would be needed. Unbelievably well polished. As for the black innards of the lights i like the idea. I think a high gloss for the remaining chrome rings not a matt black. STEALTH will have to start calling it the ninja supra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westy Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Keep the chrome rings! It will cheapen the look if they are all balck innards IMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlton Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 Grey scotch pad: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Grey-Ultra-Fine-Scotch-Prepping-Finishing-Pads-Pack-10-/181082866217?pt=UK_Body_Shop_Supplies_Paint&hash=item2a29614229 Panel wipe: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/PANEL-WIPE-1LT-DEGREASER-SPIRIT-BASED-PAINT-PREP-FLUID-CAR-BODY-SPRAYING-/160815693448?pt=UK_Body_Shop_Supplies_Paint&hash=item25715cbe88 Thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 1, 2013 Author Share Posted March 1, 2013 Jesus ... look at the shine on that! Good job your not in direct sunlight or would be needed. Unbelievably well polished. As for the black innards of the lights i like the idea. I think a high gloss for the remaining chrome rings not a matt black. STEALTH will have to start calling it the ninja supra A really glossy black could actually work really well for the chrome rings, would contrast against the satin. Hmm, you've got me thinking now Keep the chrome rings! It will cheapen the look if they are all balck innards IMO That's my worry! Decisions, decisions! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh42 Posted March 1, 2013 Share Posted March 1, 2013 All black FTW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 1, 2013 Author Share Posted March 1, 2013 (edited) Changed the diff oil today (mileage - 68'630). The existing diff oil was pretty clean strangely so must of been changed at some point in its life. I've also replaced the differential drain and filler/level plug gaskets with OEM Toyota items, part no. 12157-10010 Edited March 2, 2013 by Rich.2211 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 3, 2013 Author Share Posted March 3, 2013 (edited) Made the most of the nice weather and cut the lip out of the rear arches today. I've resealed them where they have been cut to stop any corrosion getting in, but, I'll be biting the bullet and under sealing the entire arches as soon as possible. I've also ordered some lowering springs ready for Fast Show. Should be here no later than Wednesday Here's a picture from today, in full concentration mode Edited September 18, 2013 by Rich.2211 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 10, 2013 Author Share Posted March 10, 2013 (edited) Well, following on from conversation about what to do with the head lights.. I've decided to book them in to be tinted. Just need to find a time/date suitable and I'll get them done. Here is an example done on a friends Audi A3.. I shall be going for the same tint. For now though, I have spent today re-refurbing them all black ready for Fast Show. Also, I am STILL waiting on my lowering springs to arrive. Edited March 10, 2013 by Rich.2211 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kniff_666 Posted March 11, 2013 Share Posted March 11, 2013 Like it pal. Not sure what the tint will give it to be honest but i like the look of the lights now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 11, 2013 Author Share Posted March 11, 2013 Like it pal. Not sure what the tint will give it to be honest but i like the look of the lights now. Going for an all black look, side repeaters shall be done too and maybe a light window tint. Hoping it doesn't look ridiculous and the car pulls it off.. we shall see In other news, my lowering springs have finally arrived! So shall be fitting them asap Also aiming to purchase a fair few of the parts required for the NA-T build at the end of this month. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 (edited) Well my lowering springs finally arrived the other day, so got those fitted asap! Here's a few pictures of how she's sitting now, including one or two from Fast Show 2013. Next thing on the agenda is to try and book the headlights in to be tinted this week, failing that I'll buy the materials and have a go myself Edited September 18, 2013 by Rich.2211 (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomo8568 Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Sits really nice mate. What springs did you get? You had any issues with speed bumps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d-_-b Posted March 18, 2013 Share Posted March 18, 2013 Car is looking real nice dude. Now she's lowered the stance looks great - esp like how she looks in the in the last pic there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 Sits really nice mate. What springs did you get? You had any issues with speed bumps? They are.... dare I say it... GMax springs. They are only intended as a stop gap until I can justify a decent adjustable set up, but I must say they are pretty good. It doesn't feel all that different to the standard springs really, maybe just a little harder. I haven't attempted the dreaded speed bump yet, but I'm guessing the exhaust will scrape as it was quite close before, so I'm not going to try any time soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich.2211 Posted March 18, 2013 Author Share Posted March 18, 2013 b;3623323']Car is looking real nice dude. Now she's lowered the stance looks great - esp like how she looks in the in the last pic there Cheers mate, it's getting there! I must point out that is not me in the last picture before anyone Photoshops it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kniff_666 Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 It is sitting pretty now! Loving the look even more now. Just looking at it and noticed that the side repeaters might be better sprayed up like the front indicators. Just an idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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