sonofthehill sets his sights on MK ULTRA
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Ok, nice entertaining, look what the last mechanic did time.
Kind of hard to tell but they definitely didn't use an FM install tool, the thing is sunk about a quarter inch deep. How the hell did they do that, a hunk of pipe or something?
Kind of hard to tell but they definitely didn't use an FM install tool, the thing is sunk about a quarter inch deep. How the hell did they do that, a hunk of pipe or something?
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Managed to get the seal out with a sheet metal screw.
While I was cleaning everything up I was remembering something about starters and transmissions somewhere in Aidandj's thread.
Originally I thought, meh, 1.6 stuff. Now I realize I should have paid more attention, I don't think my NB starter will fit the 1.6 tranny.
While I was cleaning everything up I was remembering something about starters and transmissions somewhere in Aidandj's thread.
Originally I thought, meh, 1.6 stuff. Now I realize I should have paid more attention, I don't think my NB starter will fit the 1.6 tranny.
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Hooray!
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No more procrastination excuses.
I think I will just put the old 5 speed back and keep an eye out for a starter. That way I can document it's glorious high rpm launch control demise here for all to see.
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No more procrastination excuses.
I think I will just put the old 5 speed back and keep an eye out for a starter. That way I can document it's glorious high rpm launch control demise here for all to see.
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I don't remember exactly why but I think my timing was off and to quote you "people are lining up for this clutch kit". Which was what I read when I saw your ad.
Also I already have a light flywheel and didn't want to spend the extra cash for another one.
I think the FM clutch has an outstanding reputation and as I said before. I see more glowing reviews and have only read about 2 or 3 defective units at most. Not to mention more holding power and MT pink
Also I already have a light flywheel and didn't want to spend the extra cash for another one.
I think the FM clutch has an outstanding reputation and as I said before. I see more glowing reviews and have only read about 2 or 3 defective units at most. Not to mention more holding power and MT pink
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This is the issue I am running into with the starter. Are you suggesting that I only run 2 bolts?
I must admit I can think of a dozen different cars that only use 2 bolts. They are on opposite sides of the starter so it's not like only a corner would be holding on. I could slot the bell housing and backing plate but that seems a bit extreme.
This is a 99 starter on an early NA backing plate with a vvt backing plate beside.
Still deciding, feel free to weigh in with an opinion.
I must admit I can think of a dozen different cars that only use 2 bolts. They are on opposite sides of the starter so it's not like only a corner would be holding on. I could slot the bell housing and backing plate but that seems a bit extreme.
This is a 99 starter on an early NA backing plate with a vvt backing plate beside.
Still deciding, feel free to weigh in with an opinion.
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I am in Marin, but I usually make it to Wednesday night drags at Sears Point when my car is not apart.
That is where I plan to grenade these 2 5 speeds so I can upgrade like Vlad said.
That is where I plan to grenade these 2 5 speeds so I can upgrade like Vlad said.
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Will you hurry up and get launch control dialed in, then some slicks on the back wheels so you can make it into the 12's. Then I can say I officially sell the cheapest 12 second turbo setup on the market.
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Also I am doing a rods only build for my 99 right now. When I am done with it I will paste up costs and everything. I am expecting to be about $600-750 if you include the cost of rods. I am reusing rods, so I am hoping to be a little under $500 including machine work.
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Getting some seals installed, this is a great tool, thanks for the tip, by the way. Made it absolutely painless, I am pretty experienced at installing seals and bearings but there is always a risk of messing one up.
It's interesting to note that the 1.6 tranny has a steel front cover and the 99 has an aluminum one. Maybe I should swap it? On the other hand maybe the steel one is stronger.
It's interesting to note that the 1.6 tranny has a steel front cover and the 99 has an aluminum one. Maybe I should swap it? On the other hand maybe the steel one is stronger.