This is the MASTER PLAN ...... (courtesy Aaqib)
Bodywork is my main concern.The lines and curves have to be restored to finesse, And that requires taking off all the potein and denting out all the body panels, and then grinding them off to a smooth finish.
Front fascia is not much of a problem. Can be tackled quite easily.
Interior will be black as with a few custom touches An up-to-date optitron instrument cluster behind stock dashboard with smoked front and sweeping/glowing needles.
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Custom set of Speedo, tacho, fuel, temp, volt, oil pressure, boost, etc. as independent round guages.
Power windows and locks .
Lowered stance is absolutely mandatory .Besides the good looks, it will improve stability, traction, braking, cornering, and drivetrain and steering feedback. Although anything above 16's and a lowered stance will require fender flares which will need to be carved out during bodywork.
Rear suspension and differential will come from a '96+ Toyota Surf which will have a wider wheel base for a beefier look as well as improved center of gravity and traction. We can have options of LSD diff as well.
Battery will be relocated to the trunk for creating space in the front and improving weight distribution.
List of items/procedures:
==== ENGINE SWAP ====
- Mechanical labour:
- Mounts:
- Fabrication labour for Mounts:
- EFI wiring:
- Fluids: (engine oil, transmission oil, p/s oil, fuel, etc)
- Spare parts: (hose pipes, clamps, fuel pipes, brake lines, silicon, etc)
- Bigger radiator:
- Driveshaft fabrication:
- Tranny shifter:
- Exhaust piping 3"
- Exhaust:
- Power steering:
- Front suspension: (Toyota Crown, 5-lug, complete with bigger brakes and calipers.)
- Rear suspension: (Toyota Surf 5-lug, complete with rear diff, drums and spring setup.)
- Compatible control arms, bushes etc, for front suspension:
- Compatible sway bars, adjustable cambers, etc for rear suspension:
- Battery relocation cost:
- High flow in-line fuel pump: brand new bosch unit)
- Thicker diameter fuel lines:
- Intercooler: FMIC
- Intercooler piping:
==== EXTERIOR ====
- Denting:
- Paintjob:
- Flares: (inclusive of denting)
- Rims: 17'/18'
- Tires:
- Strut bars: (front + rear)
==== INTERIOR ====
- Upholstery:
- Dash prep:
- Carpet:
- Namda:
- Roll Cage:
==== OPTIONAL EXTRAS ====
- Short Ratio Diff with LSD:
- Power locks and windows:
- Optitron meter/Combination guages:
- Custom projection headlamps:
- Custom smoked LED taillights
- Custom grille:
- Front bumper match that of target car:
- Front spoiler lip:
- Rubbers, golas, window channels, etc.
- Body parts: ?? (if required)
- Brake Servo with master cylinder: (if required)
- Air Intake:
- AC gas charging, connections, etc:
- OEM side view mirrors: ?? (mounted on fenders instead of doors)
- Bucket or Power seats:
- Retro look/momo steering:
- Battery:
- Sound system:
Approximate project completion: 4 months.
(15-20 days for engine swap.)
(6-8 days for suspension and differential conversion.)
(1-1.5 months for denting and misc bodywork.)
(3-4 weeks for paint.)
(2 weeks for interior fitting, dash, instrument cluster, power windows/locks, etc.)
(1 week for project testing, debugging )
So what you think Guys ... Well My target is to Make one of the BEST builds ever done with no compromises ...
And i am Always open to Suggestions and Creative Criticism .
Also I really appreciate your concerns for safety and this is my First Concern aswell but trust me guys My goal is NOT to make a Racing Muscle car , Just to make Gentle Cruzer with a Mental Engine
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