Progress Thread Komo's 1990 GT - Parts Gathering Purgatory & Home Remodel
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I think it was the disk. I must’ve messed it up (got it too hot or put too much pressure on it). Switched the disk for a new one and it seemed to cut better just lightly going down the lines:
Still got a ways to go but ran out of time to be obnoxiously loud.
So, I put my wheel on to see how the brake calipers would look:
I think it’s gonna look great!
Still got a ways to go but ran out of time to be obnoxiously loud.
So, I put my wheel on to see how the brake calipers would look:
I think it’s gonna look great!
Another opinion request.
For the Race Louvers, should i paint them black, or the same silver i just did my calipers? I like the idea of black as it could tie into the window trim, cowl piece and mirrors. But, the silver could tie into the wheels/calipers.
For the Race Louvers, should i paint them black, or the same silver i just did my calipers? I like the idea of black as it could tie into the window trim, cowl piece and mirrors. But, the silver could tie into the wheels/calipers.
I also have some of that on hand as i plan to paint my door window trim. Could be a good option.
From another thread re PCV
@gkomo Here's how you do it with the dryer vent. I found this in my build thread when I had the entry kit. I'd guess you have the same elbow. If you do it's already threaded. All you gotta to do is drill the center out and tread in a 90° hose barb. Then your filter and PCV inlet goes there. Real simple.
@gkomo Here's how you do it with the dryer vent. I found this in my build thread when I had the entry kit. I'd guess you have the same elbow. If you do it's already threaded. All you gotta to do is drill the center out and tread in a 90° hose barb. Then your filter and PCV inlet goes there. Real simple.
Re louvers, whatever you decide is best, but I'd skip the rivets. Repaint the hood red. Paint the louvers separately to match. Then attach later with emblem tape, or whatever is the correct method.
Ah good news is, once I cut out the support structure underneath the louver (at least on the passenger side) it should fit perfectly. Test fit it and it just barely had room to clear the fins on all sides. Was worried I’d have to do more grinding because I got my measurements all whack or something.
Well to keep things moving as best I can I’ve resorted to hand sawing. Although 100x less efficient than using the cutting tool… it’s something I can do at night due to it being 100x less loud (still a little loud though). Got like 7” cut away tonight.
Yes I wrapped a hack saw blade in a shop towel and wore a glove over that. It works, just slow going.
On other news I can’t separate my outer tie rods from the spindle. I’ve banged on the knuckle, sprayed penetrating oil liberally, banged on the bolt itself. I may need to buy one of those tie rod separator tools I suppose.
Yes I wrapped a hack saw blade in a shop towel and wore a glove over that. It works, just slow going.
On other news I can’t separate my outer tie rods from the spindle. I’ve banged on the knuckle, sprayed penetrating oil liberally, banged on the bolt itself. I may need to buy one of those tie rod separator tools I suppose.
Just rent one from a parts store. Either a pickle fork or a puller. I usually don’t use a pickle fork as they damage the tie rod end but in this case you are replacing them so it doesn’t matter. If they are really stuck the puller works better IMO. I’ve had to put pressure on them with the puller then smack the spindle with a brass drift and 3 lb hammer before but it came loose. Cannot stress safety glass and gloves enough.
Forgot to mention, I have a pickle fork and tried using it. With the dust shield I can’t find enough room with the pickle fork for it to be effective.
Harbor freight sells a tie rod remover tool for $13 so I don’t mind buying it. I’ll try to pick it one up today.
Are the LMR Cobra brake boosters legit, or some chinese knockoffs? Next time they have some sort of sale i was thinking of picking one up... unless they are no good.
Doesn't really matter because no matter where you order from, you're just as likely to get one made in China as anywhere else.
It was @FastDriver and I had the impression that it had been through some 'stuff' before that point? 
I used one. It works fine. No issues, but just a few hundred miles so far. Time will tell I guess. It says it's new and not remanufactured. Doesn't say where it's manufactured so I think we could all guess accurately. I looked around for a made in USA booster but didn't find anything.
Ah what 30 minutes of uninterrupted alone time can do!
Finished cutting the vent holes including the support structure. Just need to clean up the edges, test fit and sand to fit where needed.
Thanks for the heads up on the booster I’m gonna pick one up whenever they go on sale.
Edit: some slight massaging will be necessary but pretty good fit for first go:
Finished cutting the vent holes including the support structure. Just need to clean up the edges, test fit and sand to fit where needed.
Thanks for the heads up on the booster I’m gonna pick one up whenever they go on sale.
Edit: some slight massaging will be necessary but pretty good fit for first go:
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