2006 Lagoon Blue Van Substitute!

Started by Cailsey, January 13, 2016, 14:30

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Cailsey

#75
February 27, 2016, 16:04 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Gearbox oil change completed today.



Drained into a garden seed tray - the ones without drain holes!!!! Nice and low, but holds around 5 litres. Old oi looked in good shape. No evidence of metal to be seen.



Most annoying part of the job was pulling the filler cap. Very stubborn. I'm not a fan of adjustable spanners or mole grips, but today they did the job!



Plug out, funnel in;



Gave the car a quick wash too and was very pleased with the way the Renovo soft top products are working! Water just beads off the roof.



Another engine oil check showed super clean oil still and no noticable drop in level.

Cailsey

#76
March 4, 2016, 17:01 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
New headlamp bulbs fitted. One bonus of having the second car, meant I had a headlight to study off of the car, which made bulb removal and refitting a 10 minute job. Photos from inside the car and headlamps could do with a clean!

Before;



After;



Replaced the original retaining clips on the gear selector cable rear bearing mod for some R clips.

Discovered and cured a minor leak from the drivers side window. It was a bit odd as the car had been perfectly dry inside even through some very wet weather. I must have accidentaly grabbed the windscreen frame and bent the metal/plastic clip down, which was then distorting the rubber seal. Bent it back to its proper shape and its cured the leak. Need to replace the plastic cover though .

Normal clip



Bent clip.

barry1783

#77
March 30, 2016, 05:02 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Some great work there.

How much difference do you find from the bearing gear linkage ends?

Cailsey

#78
March 30, 2016, 22:37 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Hi there, I did notice a difference, however, the biggest difference for me was fitting the solid mounts on the gearshift cage. I have found it gave a much more positive feel to gear selection - it just feels solid. It is still occasionally a little notchy when cold (1st and 3rd), but much better than standard.
I didn't actually find that changing the oil made much difference to gear selection on my car, certainly not when cold, but once its all warm its great. A good job to get done though, for peace of mind.
There is a little bit of play in the cable mount on my car which I've been meaning to investigate, but have been rather short of time recently. I'm accumulating a little pile of jobs to do as soon as I get a few clear days........
I'm also thinking long and hard about any mods, as I'm very keen to go down the turbo route, but would rather buy a built car than modify mine - bit annoying as there are a few about at the moment........

1979scotte

#79
March 31, 2016, 07:01 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
One for sale in essex.
Turbo 2 that is.
Eyes open.  s;) ;) s;)
First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.

Free Ukraine 🇺🇦

Cailsey

#80
March 31, 2016, 19:09 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
I know....... There are currently 3 for sale that I've noticed, and one that was sold a month or so ago - a black one with carbon bonnet - that is now for sale with a blown engine and no seats!!
The trouble is...... logistics. I need to sell my current car before buying a new one due to lack of space.
I'm pretty sure sure I want to go down the route of a professionally converted car though. The SP one does look nice!!
I don't want to end up with an unusable car with daft power, just a nice healthy kick in the back, which is what it sounds like the 1ZZ turbo gives.
I got out dragged by a clio sport at the weekend, mind you, they do only weigh a few kilos more and have an extra 50 or so hp. Caught up under braking and in the bends.

Cailsey

#81
April 7, 2016, 11:25 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
New pads to go in this weekend. I know they don't always get positive reviews on here, but I've enjoyed the improvement they've given on my motorbikes and previous cars, so I am more than happy to give them a go! I sadly only have a standard 1ZZ so don't need any great increase in stopping power. Sticking with standard vented discs, but going with either Pagid or Brembo I think.

Cailsey

#82
April 21, 2016, 19:30 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Alarm move - at last!!



But not without incident...



Just need to wrap the electrical connectors in self-amalgamating tape and it's job done!!

Found a few scabby areas under the frunk that I want to tidy too, and of course, the rad brackets need a re-furb.

Cailsey

#83
April 29, 2016, 15:49 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
New front brakes fitted. Rear to follow.
Pagid vented discs - standard size.
EBC green stuff pads.





Why is it that every time I complete a job, I then add another to the list, even though it doesn't really need doing...... Caliper refurb/repaint, braided lines, powder coat suspension......

Left precat O2 sensor replaced due to P0155 fault on Dash Command. All good now!!

1979scotte

#84
April 29, 2016, 17:06 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Always worthwhile refurbing your brakes.
Always seen to be something wrong with mine but i will get there.
First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.

Free Ukraine 🇺🇦

Cailsey

#85
April 29, 2016, 17:50 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Indeed. Nice to know they are in good shape.
I thought I had created a problem after fitting the discs and pads as the ABS light starting flashing when I started the car also when I was sat idling. As soon as I started moving it went out. Did it for two journeys and now it's sorted itself out. Odd!

Cailsey

#86
August 1, 2016, 19:36 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
A long overdue update....... Due to bursting a lumbar disc in my spine, driving and tinkering (along with everything else including work) have been on hold since late April. Awaiting surgery, but in the meantime with some assistance I got round to fitting my Tein S lowering springs with new shock gaiters and bump stops and also had my wheels refurbished and shod with Yokohama AD08R's. MOT today passed with flying colours and the MOT man said "what
a cracking little car!!". Well chuffed.

Springs



New Vs Old



Lowered



Refurbished wheels and tyres



Lowered with new boots- love it!!



Still have a few more bits to fit, so hopefully will have some assistance again this weekend. Looking forward to post-op driving pleasure.....

1979scotte

#87
August 6, 2016, 13:03 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Looking good.
Best of luck with everything.
First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.

Free Ukraine 🇺🇦

Cailsey

#88
August 6, 2016, 16:14 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Quote from: "1979scotte"Looking good.
Best of luck with everything.

Many thanks, just enduring NHS waiting lists....... the sun is out and I'm desperate to go for a blast but it's too painful.
Still, I have 2 sisters who are enjoying exercising the '2' for me.

But while I wait a few more goodies arrived.   s:D :D s:D  

K & N Panel filter - fitted with ECU reset and MAF clean



Powerflex camber bolts - Front and rear - awaiting 4 wheel alignment session at Abbey Motorsport



EBC Green stuff rear pads - to match the front

Cailsey

#89
August 6, 2016, 17:35 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Blacked out (de-chromed) gear shift surround



Sony MP3 iPhone stereo and single din housing



and drivers side seal plastic tab thing finally sorted!!

wafers

#90
August 7, 2016, 09:37 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Looking good! I spy no aircon button - my 03 has it and I assumed all UK FLs had it? Maybe it was a factory extra?

Cailsey

#91
August 7, 2016, 19:36 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Quote from: "wafers"Looking good! I spy no aircon button - my 03 has it and I assumed all UK FLs had it? Maybe it was a factory extra?

Yes, this one has no aircon. I'm perfectly happy with that - it's got electric windows and a folding roof   s:D :D s:D   - and A/C just adds weight and is something else to potentially fail !!! My 03 has aircon, so I guess it must have an optional extra. Would be interesting to look at an original sales brochure.
I had a problem with the passenger window not working the other day. Tested everything, wiring, fuses, swapped switches etc. and couldn't find a fault. Some time later I found the passenger window locking switch. Doh!
Had a fun drive home from work today in the hot sun. My goodness, it certainly sticks to the road now. Awesome.

1979scotte

#92
August 19, 2016, 19:27 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
AC was an option.
Like hard top or 6 cd changer.
Mine is FUBAR and cant say it bothers me much.
At some stage will remove the rad and gubins to lighten her up.
First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist.
Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out—because I was not a Jew.
Then they came for me—and there was no one left to speak for me.

Free Ukraine 🇺🇦

Cailsey

#93
March 30, 2017, 18:21 Last Edit: January 1, 1970, 01:00 by Guest
Well, after what feels like an eternity getting my spine repaired I've finally been able to tinker with the MR2.
Quite a few bits and bobs done that I've waiting to do for a long time;

Oil change - Mobil 3000
Oil filter - Totoya OE
MAF clean with IPA
Camchain tensioner seal replaced
Rear Pagid discs
EBC Green stuff pads
Pagid 5.1 brake fluid
Braided brake hoses
DIY TIG welded aluminium 70mm intake pipe to replace plastic restrictor to airbox
TRD gear knob
Roof cleaned and reproofed with Renovo products
New fog lamps
Blue midship front badge
Rear subframe replaced
Front and rear camber bolts fitted
Full suspension alignment @ Abbey Motorsport - fast road settings

A couple more jobs to;
Find replacement exhaust vee clamp seals for the Remus exhaust between the outlets and back box
Replace clutch fluid
Replace auxillary drive belt - its not knackered, just looking old!
A jolly good polish

Pics to follow.
Looking forward to enjoying the summer with the car after missing out last year.
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