Random Thoughts - Part Deux [NO POLITICS] - Page 4083 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

humfrz · 06-13-2019, 10:32 AM

Where in the heck IS everybody?

This is as slow as I've seen this forum in many ah moon -

humfrz

Leonardo · 06-13-2019, 10:39 AM

Quick update on the "new" project. (my 26 year old Chevy G20) Last night I used a grinder on any areas that were showing rust on the inside. There were rust bubbles on an area under my side window, so I took the window out to see how bad the edge was rusted. I then began sanding down the edge and getting ready to prime and paint all the prepped areas. The side window had ZERO calking of any kind. And the old rubber gasket failed a long time ago. So the edge was not as nice looking as I had hoped. Still, I learned a bunch, and my confidence in my capability is growing. (I am having fun!)

There was a ton of black tar like stuff on areas of the floor. I removed it. Now have to use some solvent to get the rest. You can see its still on the paint, even though I got most of it.

I have SikaFlex -715 I plan on using for the widow (and my Maxxair Maxxfan Deluxe - I'm only a bit worried about cutting a hole in my roof for it

) and possibly some Dicor sealant tape.

After getting the rust primed and the holes in the floor patched with fiberglass sheet and resin, I'll begin the wiring process, then start insulating.

That's all for now.

EAGLE5 · 06-13-2019, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Leonardo

Quick update on the "new" project. (my 26 year old Chevy G20) Last night I used a grinder on any areas that were showing rust on the inside. There were rust bubbles on an area under my side window, so I took the window out to see how bad the edge was rusted. I then began sanding down the edge and getting ready to prime and paint all the prepped areas. The side window had ZERO calking of any kind. And the old rubber gasket failed a long time ago. So the edge was not as nice looking as I had hoped. Still, I learned a bunch, and my confidence in my capability is growing. (I am having fun!)

There was a ton of black tar like stuff on areas of the floor. I removed it. Now have to use some solvent to get the rest. You can see its still on the paint, even though I got most of it.

I have SikaFlex -715 I plan on using for the widow (and my Maxxair Maxxfan Deluxe - I'm only a bit worried about cutting a hole in my roof for it

) and possibly some Dicor sealant tape.

After getting the rust primed and the holes in the floor patched with fiberglass sheet and resin, I'll begin the wiring process, then start insulating.

That's all for now.

Do you have a hot girlfriend who will be photographed half-nude for your instagram feed as you guys travel the country?

Leonardo · 06-13-2019, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by jsimon7777

Do you have a hot girlfriend who will be photographed half-nude for your instagram feed as you guys travel the country?

Of course! She will be pictured doing yoga at sunrise on the top of the van.

We will also be traveling with our obligatory cute puppy named Lulu. (shes been helping with the build. "Hand me that 7/16 socket Lulu" )

wolffbite · 06-13-2019, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by spike021

Lol.

This is the first car I’ve driven in the past two years since I got my BRZ. It feels so bad. Sure it has more pull but lord, the driver inputs are so muted and the seating position is incredibly high.

I guess the silver lining is State Farm allows for up to 50 dollar a day for rentals so the guys at hertz said once they get a “premium” car returned around Friday they’ll call me to see if I want to swap. One possibility is a Challenger. That’d be different at least.

I almost always get KIA rentals when I travel for work and I also really dislike the steering feel. I've felt the same way the few times I've had a Jeep Compass, Chevy Malibu, Nissan Altima... Sloppy input, and overbearing power steering that makes it feel super twitchy at highway speeds.

Many of these cars also have that pesky start-stop feature. I disable that right away if I can.

Always renews my appreciation for the overall driving experience of the brz.

JD001 · 06-13-2019, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by humfrz

Where in the heck IS everybody?

This is as slow as I've seen this forum in many ah moon -

humfrz

Well, I've been busy doing effing work in sunny Oman!! Wanting to head home tomorrow if my "nice" boss allows!!!

Managed to secure the STI engine and transmission mounts!! Want to get back to 'Un-Known' to chat through clutch, TOB and flywheel with the garage... little things make me happy.. work makes me sad..(correction, I enjoy my work but my company's MO irritates me immensely!).

echo419 · 06-13-2019, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by jsimon7777

ok that was hilarious. credit where credit is due.

Spuds · 06-13-2019, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JD001

Well, I've been busy doing effing work in sunny Oman!! Wanting to head home tomorrow if my "nice" boss allows!!!

Managed to secure the STI engine and transmission mounts!! Want to get back to 'Un-Known' to chat through clutch, TOB and flywheel with the garage... little things make me happy.. work makes me sad..(correction, I enjoy my work but my company's MO irritates me immensely!).

Today is one of those days where it gets more difficult to motivate myself to give a fuck by the minute.

Nevermore · 06-13-2019, 02:35 PM

I'm not sure if I'm missing something/doing a terrible job, or if they didn't think my new role all the way through because I keep running out of work. No clue what to do for the next two hours.

Sapphireho · 06-13-2019, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Nevermore

I'm not sure if I'm missing something/doing a terrible job, or if they didn't think my new role all the way through because I keep running out of work. No clue what to do for the next two hours.

That was my job for the final 6-7 years. I could do my job in about an hour a day. I read lots of books, and did lots of shit posting, etc..

Nevermore · 06-13-2019, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Sapphireho

That was my job for the final 6-7 years. I could do my job in about an hour a day. I read lots of books, and did lots of shit posting, etc..

I'd leave early but I'm still on a temp/visitor badge and I have to sign in and out. I'm just afraid someone is checking those logs.

HaXx · 06-13-2019, 06:53 PM

DRAG QUESTION
dont know where to ask this and dont want to start a new thread

i want to take it to a strip, rules say i need a overflow can for radiator. is this not the same as the coolant reservoir? point me in the right direction? i googled and saw a perrin one for ~150$ just thought id ask. trying to do my homework.

humfrz · 06-13-2019, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spuds

Today is one of those days where it gets more difficult to motivate myself to give a fuck by the minute.

Oh, on those days, just create a minor crises, tell your boss about it, then solve it. That should keep you busy till the end of the day -

humfrz

Sapphireho · 06-13-2019, 07:34 PM

I'm too tired to pack today. 17 more days in California.

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