Dnk Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 Impressive, no way would i be doing this on the drive on axle stands Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rider Posted July 6, 2018 Share Posted July 6, 2018 I replaced my vents last year and was surprised at the difference between new and old with the old ones having a sand blasted pitted appearance (I thought that was just the way they were) and the new ones being shiny black plastic. A couple of the slats were broken on my old vents as well so its well worth people grabbing a spare set while they can as they do deteriorate. It's so much easier with a ramp though, you really should get yourself one with all the cars you have. An outside scissor ramp would make things so much easier and a professional setup isn't that expensive especially if you can do the ground work yourself. Domestic 2 phase power supply does limit your choice on lifts but still a good choice to be had. My only regret with a lift is I didn't have one installed sooner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blythmrk Posted July 11, 2018 Author Share Posted July 11, 2018 Rear arch vent fitted with new oem bolts. It looks fantastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blythmrk Posted July 11, 2018 Author Share Posted July 11, 2018 (edited) I have also been very busy prepping all the front end sub frames and suspension arms etc for my front suspension rebuild. Arms, hubs, and steel subframe. Alloy subframe blasted and pu lacquered as I didn’t want to simply paint it silver! I also have nearly mint oem toyota Blidsteins to match the rear sorry I forgot to take pictures! Stainless steel hoses (Goodrich) Steering rack with inner and outer rod ends replaced. Edited July 11, 2018 by blythmrk (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pudsey Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 Top effort indeed to remove the rear sub frame on blocks of wood. I never knew the uk cars had a little radiator behind the inner arch vents. Enjoyed looking through the progress - well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blythmrk Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 It’s been a while again since my last update but I now have replaced both front sub frames and everything else on the front suspension Plus fitted braided Goodrich hoses too. I also replaced the original tired intercooler with a very good used oem intercooler (a few bent fins but no flaking) Before all this I bare metalled any areas of concern, but it was very good as I had previously done the sills last year going under the arch liners and wax oiled it too so I completely removed the arch liners gave everything a good clean and refitted the new/refurbished parts. All went very smoothly and it passed its mot with no advisories plus 4 wheel laser alignment. Remember I do all this at home on the floor I may do a windows out respray next year but it looks ok just not perfect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hughdahellru Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 Another thumbs up for undertaking that on your axel stands at home! Results look great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blythmrk Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 Another thumbs up for undertaking that on your axel stands at home! Results look great Thanks buddy I don’t mind working on the floor although I did change the oil on my mot testers ramp the other day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blythmrk Posted August 27, 2018 Author Share Posted August 27, 2018 I have also given my seats a good clean and feed & colour they’ve come up a treat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mwilkinson Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Looks really good Mark. Great effort as others have stated. Seats look really nice, almost new. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Style Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Looks top notch that, well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnk Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Great job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rider Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Looks like new, which is fantastic achievement. I'm trying to get the will together to tackle my front end. Got all the parts just lacking the motivation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Very nice Mark - good to see a well done overhaul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evinX Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 MINT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blythmrk Posted August 28, 2018 Author Share Posted August 28, 2018 Than you for all your comments I do not enjoy doing the work but love the finished article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burna Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Lovely mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 One day I'll find the time for do something similar, inspirational stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyson Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 Amazing work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blythmrk Posted August 28, 2018 Author Share Posted August 28, 2018 I also fitted a brand new oem tank guard with a few coats of stone guard and paint inside and outside. The old one was very good but promised myself I would fit a new one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 Did you get all these parts from Toyota or other suppliers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blythmrk Posted August 29, 2018 Author Share Posted August 29, 2018 Did you get all these parts from Toyota or other suppliers? A real mix I have been collecting parts for the last two years! Some new from Toyota/TCB, some used off my fresh import shell (all really clean/as new) and some sourced direct from Japan like the tank guard. wheel bearings and drop links are blue print the disks, pads and calipers were simply swapped over as I changed those last year for new ones. Everything has been prepped & painted to ensure a long life and no corrosion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobbeh Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 A real mix I have been collecting parts for the last two years! Some new from Toyota/TCB, some used off my fresh import shell (all really clean/as new) and some sourced direct from Japan like the tank guard. wheel bearings and drop links are blue print the disks, pads and calipers were simply swapped over as I changed those last year for new ones. Everything has been prepped & painted to ensure a long life and no corrosion. Thats good, just wondered if there were bits you couldn't get from Toyota at all. Makes sense to prep them as best as possible for longevity, best to keep it as new as possible considering the investment you're putting in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blythmrk Posted January 7, 2019 Author Share Posted January 7, 2019 Just a quick update on my Blk Uk tt6. Well the weather was dry and warm in Saturday so I thought I would take the old girl for a spin but the thing was dead as a dodo A quick check with my battery tester and it came up replace so a quick visit to my local Mr t and they exchanged it under warranty. It fired straight up with no problems with the new one and ran as sweet as ever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karl M N Posted January 7, 2019 Share Posted January 7, 2019 Surely you’ve got two of the cleanest UKtt6’s in the country? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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