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BoostedK20
11-07-2013, 02:16 AM
In creating this forum and forming this community nearly 3 years ago, I have continuously set and achieved goals - short, medium, and long-term. And now, one of my biggest goals for BoostedK20.com as a community happens to be one of my personal dreams. Though it will be difficult, I have the opportunity to achieve this goal and dream. And I would like to share it with you as a community, as well as with the entire world.

Seeing a finished product without history is meaningless. It's the creative process that gives it meaning. Seeing an ancient pyramid simply as a bunch of bricks goes against everything it stands for. A structure as such was revolutionary; they were never seen before. That each was made by hand with absolutely no machines, by people who were ordered to work in extreme conditions without much food or water - or be killed. They worked in direct sunlight that burned their skin, with painful dehydration from the insane heat; their legs and feet burned by the scalding sand while helplessly laying heavy, dirty bricks one after another for days at a time - only to create something that has lasted hundreds or thousands of years and stands as a milestone for mankind. This is why the build process is important, and why I would like to share it with you all by my side.

My goal is to build a track car. It's that simple. The details, however, aren't quite. I want only the best companies that I believe in to come together for this build - proving why each company is the best of the best in the truest form possible. The truest test of any system is not testing each individual part, but the entire system as a whole. Two things may work very well individually, however completely different when combined.

BoostedK20.com as a community will be choosing what parts go on the car and why. As you may already be thinking, "what if we all aren't in agreement?" Well, we will do our best to decide things based on what is attainable and fitting. This won't be easy, but it will be worth it. This won't be a ballerific build, there will be a budget in place.

I have a specific car in mind - lightweight, compact, rare, and most importantly, a large piece of history. Once the track vehicle is attained, the build process will begin. And I will make sure that every step of the process will be updated in this thread.

I look forward to working and making history with all of you in the BoostedK20 community!

BoostedK20
11-07-2013, 02:16 AM
Update 11/7/13
Vehicle is located and set to be looked at tomorrow afternoon. If all is well, it will be trailered back and this build will commence.

Update 11/8/13
The OG is here!

http://imageshack.us/a/img29/3715/55sg.png

http://imageshack.us/a/img822/6112/xn4c.png
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Update 11/15/13
What I would like to do first is build the front end first- motor, tranny, radiator, front mount, the works. Also, new strut towers, front suspension, etc. To compliment that, the front end will be reinforced with the beginnings of the roll-cage, which will end at the interior for future progression. I want the car to be ready this coming year, so it will definitely be a street car at first. I don't mind keeping it stock internals with the method that vdubkilla mentioned, to see how well the car will do with traction and get a real feel for it. I'd rather put the money to build the trans before internals on the motor.

BoostedK20
11-07-2013, 02:17 AM
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BoostedK20
11-07-2013, 02:17 AM
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BoostedK20
11-07-2013, 02:17 AM
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11-07-2013, 02:17 AM
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vdubkilla
11-07-2013, 10:45 AM
Looking forward to seeing this :thumb:

ksboi
11-07-2013, 10:47 AM
Let me know my bosses are into sponsoring track cars since they both race.

aLmk
11-07-2013, 11:40 AM
Sub'd

wannavtec
11-07-2013, 11:44 AM
sounds awesome!

Si Speed 317
11-07-2013, 11:52 AM
This needs a name! Projekt: something... Spaz or civicgrl89 would be good at this

monjarassi
11-07-2013, 02:05 PM
Really looking forward to this. Anyhelp needed feel free to ask down for this build.

PetefromtheStreets
11-07-2013, 02:41 PM
:thefinger::thefinger::woohoo::woohoo:You know I'm in there

BoostedK20
11-07-2013, 03:20 PM
2nd post updated.

wannavtec
11-07-2013, 04:45 PM
hmmmm wonder what chassis

PetefromtheStreets
11-07-2013, 05:02 PM
Right... Hmm mm

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vdubkilla
11-07-2013, 05:44 PM
I just hope it's not a Volkswagen :iorun:

PetefromtheStreets
11-07-2013, 05:45 PM
Lmaooo

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BoostedK20
11-07-2013, 07:23 PM
I just hope it's not a Volkswagen :iorun:

Lmao

monjarassi
11-07-2013, 09:05 PM
wow cant imagine what the chassis will be

Frostydc5
11-07-2013, 10:25 PM
in gona be dope.

fg2taffysi
11-07-2013, 10:48 PM
Looking forward to this!!

1SLOWFG2
11-07-2013, 10:56 PM
Love this concept , Sub'd

BoostedK20
11-08-2013, 10:35 AM
I appreciate everyone's support! Today is the day. Let's get some guesses going, I'd love to see if anyone can nail it!

PetefromtheStreets
11-08-2013, 10:38 AM
It's a datsun 510 WOOOT!

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vdubkilla
11-08-2013, 10:40 AM
Crx

PetefromtheStreets
11-08-2013, 10:41 AM
Crx

OoooOoo good one. Those chassis Are so light

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aLmk
11-08-2013, 11:25 AM
Mr2?

wannavtec
11-08-2013, 01:35 PM
Crx..ef..eg??

Frostydc5
11-08-2013, 07:11 PM
i saw FB post saying its going to be picked up. now i really want to know what it is

vdubkilla
11-08-2013, 07:29 PM
http://i540.photobucket.com/albums/gg360/nextproject97/yugo_zps28706841.jpg

:rotfl:

BoostedK20
11-08-2013, 08:29 PM
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/09/uvabyruh.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/09/u4ysuna4.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/09/ysyze6u8.jpg

monjarassi
11-08-2013, 09:35 PM
Deff looks like an ol school

vdubkilla
11-08-2013, 09:45 PM
Looks like an early 80's Honda civic to me

monjarassi
11-08-2013, 09:53 PM
http://static.cargurus.com/images/site/2008/03/07/11/31/1981_honda_civic-pic-24424.jpeg

vdubkilla
11-08-2013, 10:00 PM
http://static.cargurus.com/images/site/2008/03/07/11/31/1981_honda_civic-pic-24424.jpeg

thats what it looks like to me

BoostedK20
11-08-2013, 10:51 PM
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/09/aqegevyq.jpg

I knew you'd all get it with a hint. Shes a beaut - zero body rust, one owner, and only 50k original miles

vdubkilla
11-08-2013, 11:05 PM
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/09/aqegevyq.jpg

I knew you'd all get it with a hint. Shes a beaut - zero body rust, one owner, and only 50k original miles

Wow that's a sweet lil car for a build :heart:

ksboi
11-08-2013, 11:59 PM
I hate you!!! I had my brother looking for one in Kansas for us to drop a d series in for my little brother lol

monjarassi
11-09-2013, 12:33 AM
Wow very nice scoop Dan. Very excited for ya.

Frostydc5
11-09-2013, 12:39 AM
awesome

1SLOWFG2
11-09-2013, 01:59 AM
Hell yeah , this should be good!

wannavtec
11-09-2013, 09:56 AM
nice

saw this at MIR last year

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAuUjRcpb70

PetefromtheStreets
11-09-2013, 10:01 AM
Dude so sick!!! That's a collectors car and your typing it apart to build it...... STREETS! LOL

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Si Speed 317
11-09-2013, 10:02 AM
nice

saw this at MIR last year

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAuUjRcpb70

Looks awesome! Not a bad run. Never seen one run at a track before!

With slicks, this 1500DX will be far faster and quicker. It's all a matter of finances with these builds IMO. Well, mostly.

BoostedK20
11-09-2013, 10:10 AM
nice

saw this at MIR last year

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAuUjRcpb70
Wow, that's quite a video! The car just sounds so exhausted though, old b-series I assume?

Dude so sick!!! That's a collectors car and your typing it apart to build it...... STREETS! LOL

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And this is quite the collector's car. Fully numbers matching, no rust, all original, interior literally looks new (considering the 50k mileage part), and only 50k on it. Taking the glass out and using lexan will be torture to the Gen 1 and 2 enthusiasts. Although I'm sure they won't mind the mint old parts.


Looks awesome! Not a bad run. What motor setup was that? Never seen one run at a track before!

With slicks, this 1500DX will be far faster and quicker. It's all a matter of finances with these builds IMO. Well, mostly.
Far faster and quicker is right. Build will have a budget, not sure what just yet though.


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2nd post updated!

Now, we need to decide on the most crucial part: the heart transplant. We also need to decide on a name for the Projekt before we move forward. And I want to move forward so let's get creative with Projekt names!!

Motor and tranny discussion will follow.

wannavtec
11-09-2013, 10:21 AM
Looks awesome! Not a bad run. What motor setup was that? Never seen one run at a track before!

With slicks, this 1500DX will be far faster and quicker. It's all a matter of finances with these builds IMO. Well, mostly.

its all about the money, you can make anything fast if you are willing to invest in it.

Spoolin_VTEC
11-09-2013, 09:28 PM
This is AWESOME! That car is the perfect chassis. Weighs 1500 lbs according to my research... And this specific one having no rust is crazy. Gonna be a fast car. Project name...... Project:Relic

BoostedK20
11-11-2013, 08:49 PM
Some more pictures, waiting for some poor weather before moving forward. Have a red-top Optima battery I'll be throwing in to get a good analysis of everything. Here's more shots:

http://i41.tinypic.com/2dkfpxt.png

http://i42.tinypic.com/1dflc.png

vdubkilla
11-12-2013, 04:52 PM
Some more pictures, waiting for some poor weather before moving forward. Have a red-top Optima battery I'll be throwing in to get a good analysis of everything. Here's more shots:

http://i41.tinypic.com/2dkfpxt.png

http://i42.tinypic.com/1dflc.png

Will ya look at thattt just look at it will ya ...a carburetor lol don't see many of those still around on Hondas that pic reminds me of my first car it was a carb'd 1237 cc a little older than the car you just bought it made a whopping 65 hp I think it was a terd but I loved that little car anyway it was my first car .

Frostydc5
11-12-2013, 09:25 PM
Cant believe its matching numbers and all and your gona tear it up, lol it hurts my heart. Still looking forward to it haha

monjarassi
11-12-2013, 10:15 PM
much respect to this build to come

BoostedK20
11-13-2013, 01:16 AM
Will ya look at thattt just look at it will ya ...a carburetor lol don't see many of those still around on Hondas that pic reminds me of my first car it was a carb'd 1237 cc a little older than the car you just bought it made a whopping 65 hp I think it was a terd but I loved that little car anyway it was my first car .
http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view6/2800991/just-look-at-it-o.gif

It's fun! I'll actually be charging the battery overnight, and tinker with the car tomorrow if the weather holds up. Came with a new car dontchya know! I'll need to drop the gas tank and likely blow out the fuel line(s). Metal gas tanks are a sure thing of the past.

As for your old Honda, I'm not that far ahead of you at 67hp! 2hp on a 1500hp car should definitely be noticeable on the butt dyno. Got any pics of it? Great first car!


Cant believe its matching numbers and all and your gona tear it up, lol it hurts my heart. Still looking forward to it haha
Well, they say the demolition is half the fun! The end result will be nutty though. Very excited. Just need a good projekt name before moving forward to figure out what motor is best!

much respect to this build to come
Thank you very much!

bodyman
11-13-2013, 10:34 AM
Very nice find!

We are on board to help.

When is the engine going to be added to the thread?

vdubkilla
11-13-2013, 10:49 AM
http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view6/2800991/just-look-at-it-o.gif

It's fun! I'll actually be charging the battery overnight, and tinker with the car tomorrow if the weather holds up. Came with a new car dontchya know! I'll need to drop the gas tank and likely blow out the fuel line(s). Metal gas tanks are a sure thing of the past.

As for your old Honda, I'm not that far ahead of you at 67hp! 2hp on a 1500hp car should definitely be noticeable on the butt dyno. Got any pics of it? Great first car!


Well, they say the demolition is half the fun! The end result will be nutty though. Very excited. Just need a good projekt name before moving forward to figure out what motor is best!

Thank you very much!

LOL I was gonna link that video haha How long has the car ya bought been sitting ? I still have a metal tank in my car and your right everything is plastic these days .I actually don't have any pics of my first car as it was a 1977 civic hatch that I bought in 1986 lol remember I'm old and cell phones were not in everyone's pocket back then like they are now with cameras. Hell we still had Polaroids that ya had to wait for the pic to develop after it came out of the bottom of the camera haha here is what the car looked like though

http://i540.photobucket.com/albums/gg360/nextproject97/1977civic_zps909ec278.jpg

it was a 2 speed Hondamatic only had 2 gears I use to run 1 st to 55 mph then 2 nd I blew up 4 engines in 240,000 miles but could change em out in mere hours lol I am trying to think of a good name to suggest for this project but am drawing a blank right now .

aLmk
11-13-2013, 10:58 AM
http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view6/2800991/just-look-at-it-o.gif

It's fun! I'll actually be charging the battery overnight, and tinker with the car tomorrow if the weather holds up. Came with a new car dontchya know! I'll need to drop the gas tank and likely blow out the fuel line(s). Metal gas tanks are a sure thing of the past.

As for your old Honda, I'm not that far ahead of you at 67hp! 2hp on a 1500hp car should definitely be noticeable on the butt dyno. Got any pics of it? Great first car!


Well, they say the demolition is half the fun! The end result will be nutty though. Very excited. Just need a good projekt name before moving forward to figure out what motor is best!

Thank you very much!
Aren't you putting a k20 in it and boosting?

BoostedK20
11-13-2013, 11:32 AM
Very nice find!

We are on board to help.

When is the engine going to be added to the thread?
Thanks! Not sure yet, that's what's next to decide. First will be the battle of K20 or K24, and second will be attaining one.

LOL I was gonna link that video haha How long has the car ya bought been sitting ? I still have a metal tank in my car and your right everything is plastic these days .I actually don't have any pics of my first car as it was a 1977 civic hatch that I bought in 1986 lol remember I'm old and cell phones were not in everyone's pocket back then like they are now with cameras. Hell we still had Polaroids that ya had to wait for the pic to develop after it came out of the bottom of the camera haha here is what the car looked like though

http://i540.photobucket.com/albums/gg360/nextproject97/1977civic_zps909ec278.jpg

it was a 2 speed Hondamatic only had 2 gears I use to run 1 st to 55 mph then 2 nd I blew up 4 engines in 240,000 miles but could change em out in mere hours lol I am trying to think of a good name to suggest for this project but am drawing a blank right now .
She's an original beaut! You blew up 4 engines back then? Some things just never change. ;)

I'm not sure how long the car sat, but the big fuel pump and metal tank part should be fun.

Aren't you putting a k20 in it and boosting?
A k-something and boosting it, yes. We will have a hell of a manifold to show the world how it's done!

BoostedK20
11-14-2013, 06:27 PM
What K-series motor should we go with and why? Please be elaborate with your responses.

aLmk
11-14-2013, 09:13 PM
What K-series motor should we go with and why? Please be elaborate with your responses.
The car is going to be drag car right? If so, I think a k20 would be the best bet as you can rev much higher and you won't really need the extra .4 ltr of displacement from the k24 and boost will make up for that and then some. IMO the k20 is better for a turbo almost entirely because it can rev higher.

vdubkilla
11-14-2013, 09:49 PM
K 20 higher revving will make more power than you'll ever need !

Si Speed 317
11-15-2013, 02:59 AM
I would like Jaydee's opinion on this. And VitViper dkpr87 stage2auto

Si Speed 317
11-15-2013, 03:01 AM
Delete

Boost Junkyz
11-15-2013, 03:06 AM
Whichever power plant and uh lots of Booooooooooooooooost! looks good man, good stuff!

dkpr87
11-15-2013, 04:05 AM
I would like Jaydee's opinion on this. And VitViper dkpr87 stage2auto

To each his own honestly, it all really depends on what your goals are with the build. Personally, i plan on toying with a 2.2 Destroked K24 for my next build once this block goes, or just a plain jane K20 built to the T.

With my build it's all about using the most out of the powerband as possible, so it all depends on what your goal is.

I've seen Jaydee's build, and it's SICK! i'd certainly be in to hear his opinions!

Si Speed 317
11-15-2013, 11:35 AM
Anyone thinking about a thicker head gasket on a stock motor? Also, vdubkilla what did we talk about at MIR with that energizer bunny K20 you had? You mentioned you swapped each head stud individually, so the motor was never opened up. And some other goodies. Remember?

vdubkilla
11-15-2013, 12:25 PM
You just pull the cams and then just remove one head bolt , install new head stud torque it and repeat the process til all the head bolts have been replaced with head studs just do it one at a time .Then re install the cams you never pull the head .

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aLmk
11-15-2013, 01:14 PM
Anyone thinking about a thicker head gasket on a stock motor? Also, vdubkilla what did we talk about at MIR with that energizer bunny K20 you had? You mentioned you swapped each head stud individually, so the motor was never opened up. And some other goodies. Remember?
I think to make the thicker head gasket work you need to modify the timing chain. Also if you're building a race car, I would do it right and change compression with the pistons/decking on the head.

Si Speed 317
11-15-2013, 02:51 PM
You just pull the cams and then just remove one head bolt , install new head stud torque it and repeat the process til all the head bolts have been replaced with head studs just do it one at a time .Then re install the cams you never pull the head .

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Gotchya. Think thats a good route for the build?

I think to make the thicker head gasket work you need to modify the timing chain. Also if you're building a race car, I would do it right and change compression with the pistons/decking on the head.
Absolutely agreed. Just bringing to light for chat.

Frostydc5
11-15-2013, 04:51 PM
I think to make the thicker head gasket work you need to modify the timing chain. Also if you're building a race car, I would do it right and change compression with the pistons/decking on the head.

yup couldn't agree more. deff be better to just do pistons and decking or just pistons whatever the budget allows to drop compression over just a thicker head gasket. IMO

Frostydc5
11-15-2013, 04:56 PM
And like stated before i think the decision of the goals for the build need to be set first before you decide on what motor set up to go with and all the good stuff that comes with it.
If it was me, i would decide on the goals for the car long and short term, and the budget. Then i think its easier to set everything else up for the build.

By short and long term goals i mean if your budget allows you to accomplish your ultimate goal for the build from the start then there is no need for a short term. How ever if for example, your ultimate goal is a 9 second car but the budget only allows for mid 10 second power levels then you have your short and long and you can build accordingly so that you don't have to go back and spend double the money rather then just upgrade. I hope it makes sense lol

vdubkilla
11-15-2013, 06:26 PM
I've never heard of modifying a k series timing chain :wtf: .As far as the head studs I used that procedure on my stock engine and it worked fine we threw 26 lbs at it with no problems. We also installed dual valve springs , seats , retainers and seals without pulling the head .

Si Speed 317
11-15-2013, 09:29 PM
And like stated before i think the decision of the goals for the build need to be set first before you decide on what motor set up to go with and all the good stuff that comes with it.
If it was me, i would decide on the goals for the car long and short term, and the budget. Then i think its easier to set everything else up for the build.

By short and long term goals i mean if your budget allows you to accomplish your ultimate goal for the build from the start then there is no need for a short term. How ever if for example, your ultimate goal is a 9 second car but the budget only allows for mid 10 second power levels then you have your short and long and you can build accordingly so that you don't have to go back and spend double the money rather then just upgrade. I hope it makes sense lol

Well I'm imagining a 500hp car weighing 1500lbs will be in the 9's attainably, no?

Frostydc5
11-15-2013, 09:35 PM
Well I'm imagining a 500hp car weighing 1500lbs will be in the 9's attainably, no?

I would imagine on paper it should be in or damn close but as i know you know its not all about the hp. I didn't mean 9 for the drag car or not just used it as a example but yes, i think once you set your mind on what the ultimate goal is for the car then the real planning will be easier.

Also gotta think about what class you are thinking about running, there will always be limitations on min. weight turbo size types of glass tire size blah blah blah the list goes on. just food for thought

BoostedK20
11-15-2013, 09:53 PM
I would imagine on paper it should be in or damn close but as i know you know its not all about the hp. I didn't mean 9 for the drag car or not just used it as a example but yes, i think once you set your mind on what the ultimate goal is for the car then the real planning will be easier.

Also gotta think about what class you are thinking about running, there will always be limitations on min. weight turbo size types of glass tire size blah blah blah the list goes on. just food for thought

What I would like to do first is build the front end first- motor, tranny, radiator, front mount, the works. Also, new strut towers, front suspension, etc. To compliment that, the front end will be reinforced with the beginnings of the roll-cage, which will end at the interior for future progression. I want the car to be ready this coming year, so it will definitely be a street car at first. I don't mind keeping it stock internals with the method that vdubkilla mentioned, to see how well the car will do with traction and get a real feel for it. I'd rather put the money to build the trans before internals on the motor.

Frostydc5
11-15-2013, 10:06 PM
What I would like to do first is build the front end first- motor, tranny, radiator, front mount, the works. Also, new strut towers, front suspension, etc. To compliment that, the front end will be reinforced with the beginnings of the roll-cage, which will end at the interior for future progression. I want the car to be ready this coming year, so it will definitely be a street car at first. I don't mind keeping it stock internals with the method that vdubkilla mentioned, to see how well the car will do with traction and get a real feel for it. I'd rather put the money to build the trans before internals on the motor.

sounds like you got your goals in place:thumb:

vdubkilla
11-15-2013, 10:12 PM
I would think so :turbohug: the 9 second pass that is

BoostedK20
12-22-2013, 01:43 PM
Debating on building this car. The more I research it, the more rare it becomes. Cost is also a big part of the process. A friend of mine knows the person who built the K-swapped 79 Civic. He said it would cost 30-50k, which is out of budget for sure. And with that price tag, I would rather Kswap an NSX (which was my first choice).

As of right now, my focus is on getting this car running with the original motor and tranny, and going from there. As of today, I temporarily fixed the window. It dropped during the previous owner's possession. It's all messed up internally - rust, broken parts, etc. But I temporarily rigged it so it will shut and seal - but can't be opened. Also, I am dropping the tank to see what I'm working with because the car is getting no fuel. Bought a new fuel pump, which I will swap in once I clean this tank out tomorrow. Looking forward to some more fun within the next week or 2.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/23/nygapemy.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/12/23/gu7y6aga.jpg

ryaano18
12-23-2013, 02:00 PM
so knowing what you know now are you going to go through with the project?

BoostedK20
01-06-2014, 09:58 AM
so knowing what you know now are you going to go through with the project?

Sorry I missed this Ryan. Holidays and the new year got the best of me.
Knowing what I know now, I may not go through with the project for this car. And this is for multiple reasons: I've always been into cars, bikes, motors, racing, the entire scene since I was a kid. I used to race people daily on my BMX Bike, compete in bike jumps (flatland, vert, some awesome dirt jumps people built) - I've always been into racing, speed, and competition. My point is that if I don't build this, I will definitely build something. This build might just be too much of a stretch to build financially, not that other builds would be much cheaper but buying a roller might be easier overall. I don't have the facility I need to get what I need done on this car. And I've fallen in love with this car. There's just something about it. But stay tuned. I will post the build details regardless if it's a track car or a restoration.

ryaano18
01-06-2014, 10:31 AM
Sorry I missed this Ryan. Holidays and the new year got the best of me.
Knowing what I know now, I may not go through with the project for this car. And this is for multiple reasons: I've always been into cars, bikes, motors, racing, the entire scene since I was a kid. I used to race people daily on my BMX Bike, compete in bike jumps (flatland, vert, some awesome dirt jumps people built) - I've always been into racing, speed, and competition. My point is that if I don't build this, I will definitely build something. This build might just be too much of a stretch to build financially, not that other builds would be much cheaper but buying a roller might be easier overall. I don't have the facility I need to get what I need done on this car. And I've fallen in love with this car. There's just something about it. But stay tuned. I will post the build details regardless if it's a track car or a restoration.

No worries, holidays are for family time :) and I completely understand you. The last build i saw with the same platform was practically all custom built except for the chassis itself. It was undeniably gorgeous and a jaw-dropping, but the time and money spent into making it that was was, in my opinion, too much. Me personally, i would a restore job on the civic (love the way the civic looks too much to scrap it) and find another project roller that has been tried and trued. Say.... MR2 kswap :)

PetefromtheStreets
01-07-2014, 10:27 AM
Mr2 k swap would be sick

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Spaz
01-07-2014, 10:28 AM
wouldn't have been my first choice for body...

I'd build a DC2.

PetefromtheStreets
01-07-2014, 10:31 AM
wouldn't have been my first choice for body...

I'd build a DC2.

He wanted to go with a different than usual platform. I saw a rwd k swap del sol at WCF's that would be cool too.

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BoostedK20
03-11-2014, 06:52 PM
As an update, I have been putting much thought into the project. In the mean time, the car will be brought back to a running condition and driven around for a bit. Once I get some more information and time together, I will see if the K-swap build is doable. I've been told ~6k by someone who has swapped K's into older VW's, and 30-50k (from the 79' hatch k-swap build, which was an entire resto.) So, I will see what's doable and what isn't. In the mean time, I'm getting a Weber carb, new radiator, new brakes and lines, and tires. Oh, and fender mirrors. I love fender mirrors! Other models had them, the '83 was too cool and has one driver's side window mounted mirror. Delete!

BoostedK20
03-18-2014, 01:07 AM
Fender mirrors ordered. Going to get this car back in running condition before deciding what to do. Radiator and brake lines this week. Carb hopefully as well. Last thing will be tires.

ryaano18
03-18-2014, 01:17 AM
Fender mirrors ordered. Going to get this car back in running condition before deciding what to do. Radiator and brake lines this week. Carb hopefully as well. Last thing will be tires.

Nice! someone actually posted your same style car on craigslist for sale locally. So tempting lol

BoostedK20
03-18-2014, 10:06 AM
Nice! someone actually posted your same style car on craigslist for sale locally. So tempting lol
That's awesome! Your Z and RSX may need an accompanying OG hatch!

BoostedK20
03-20-2014, 08:03 PM
Radiator, cap, hoses, brake lines, and wipers ordered! Fender mirrors shipped today :thumb:

ryaano18
03-24-2014, 11:44 AM
Radiator, cap, hoses, brake lines, and wipers ordered! Fender mirrors shipped today :thumb:

Nice, tune-up/restore jobs are always fun! But you can't forget pics! we need more pics!