My father-in-law had done the framing, thankfully. I also had two friends who helped out a LOT. Basically the only jobs I did 100% alone was sanding drywall and painting.Originally Posted by kung fu jesus
My father-in-law had done the framing, thankfully. I also had two friends who helped out a LOT. Basically the only jobs I did 100% alone was sanding drywall and painting.
HarryB (08-13-2018),kung fu jesus (08-12-2018)
Most DIY stuff seems intimidating until you actually jump on them. What's the worst thing that can happen after all?
dweikum (08-13-2018),kung fu jesus (08-13-2018)
Never ask a guy with anxiety issues that question
Demon I Am (08-13-2018),dweikum (08-13-2018)
I bought the MiataMecca hot foot kit a few months ago. I just haven't gotten around to installing it due being easily distracted by other projects. (Squirrel!?!?)
Like Steven, I did a full insulation job with the dash out. I added an extra layer on the trans tunnel and foot boards. It definitely made a difference I can feel. I'm looking forward to seeing what difference the under-car kit makes.
Never ask a guy with anxiety issues that question
Your kids are great examples of your DIY skills, sir. You underestimate yourself.
Your kids are great examples of your DIY skills, sir. You underestimate yourself.
Have gone past the 180k kms mark last week, so it is time for a refresh. Ordered a few items (some of them are already here to be honest, but I plan to have them installed at the same time)
Transmission tunnel insulation is going to be installed at the same time (already have 2 12x24''sheets of Thermo Tec Adhesive Backed Heat Barrier that I plan on sticking to the underside of the tunnel when the transmissions' out). Door hinges are just spares, as they were less than 5 euros each (OEM Mazda ones that is), same with the "brake fitting kit" which is the metal pad springs really. Intake and exhaust gaskets are to be used when swapping in my Maxim headers and my refreshed intake manifold.
Is there anything I have overlooked/missed, other than fluids?
As much as I appreciate the compliment...Your kids are great examples of your DIY skills, sir. You underestimate yourself.
Though truthfully, my parenting style (as my wife would tell you) often is unfortunately "what can they do wrong--because I am going to smash that ant hill with a freaking air strike". I've learned to fight my battles better, but asking me "what could go wrong?" in any given situation (ESPECIALLY automotive) will require a couple hours
HarryB (08-14-2018),kung fu jesus (08-14-2018)
Automotive confidence comes from making mistakes and recognizing when to ask for help before they spin out of control. Each additional success builds that, but so does recovering from a failure. ;)
True. I was happy to find last night that the nut on the lower shock bolt on the driver's side was finger-tight
Jacked up the lower A-Arm so much that the car actually came off the jackstands, then torqued it.
Car is still clunking from the front end. This thing is driving me crazy...
kung fu jesus (08-14-2018)
There is a practice by most racers and crew that when you do a big series of repairs, like you have, to lay a wrench on all the bolts and nuts before a race. Its surprising what can be overlooked.
I'm half wondering if I need to cut down the length of the adapter for my lugnuts. I'm worried I'm not getting enough torque on the nuts and some of that noise might be the wheels ever so slightly being loose!
Also: I'm an idiot and didn't put anything between the coilover sleeve and the shock and I know for a fact that the passenger side sleeve at least can actually twist on the shock when the suspension droops. It's still staying on the clip, but it can definitely rattle!
an open ended lug would be easier and safer
HarryB (08-15-2018)
Good point. Wonder what fits on the Evos.
FWIW, I set my wrench a little higher (90ft-lbs), then went and tightened them. Sure enough, every single lug nut needed just a little grunt past where the wrench clicked before it stopped moving.
Think I need a new set of lug nuts that DON'T require an adapter!
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