Rebuilding my stolen DC
03-24-2011, 11:15 AM
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I figured my overheating problem out, it turns out I had one of the heater core hoses and one side of the bypass hose swapped... Dumb mistake but I'm glad that's all it was. No big updates just been tidying small things up.
My newest problems:
Both high beams come on dimly when fan comes on, which runs slow
Speedometer doesn't work
One of my high beam lights doesn't work when the light switch is on
I'll basically need to get the meter out this weekend and test wires... I got to drive the car the other day in the neighborhood, felt good to do
My newest problems:
Both high beams come on dimly when fan comes on, which runs slow
Speedometer doesn't work
One of my high beam lights doesn't work when the light switch is on
I'll basically need to get the meter out this weekend and test wires... I got to drive the car the other day in the neighborhood, felt good to do
Otherwise this is one helluva back to life project. Nice work!
03-26-2011, 06:11 AM
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Thanks man 
Thanks man. I'm definitely going to do that, I had to make a few of my own grounding points and I'm wondering if I put too many items on a wire with a small gauge... That would be great if that was it.
I do have my high beams and fan on the same ground...
I do have my high beams and fan on the same ground...
03-26-2011, 11:27 AM
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I checked my grounds and found they weren't very good... This solved my fan/headlight problem. Now I need to check the speedo wires... I think the automatic wiring harness is the cause of this.
It also looks like my second new radiator might have a pinhole in it... can't seem to win.
It also looks like my second new radiator might have a pinhole in it... can't seem to win.
03-26-2011, 09:15 PM
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whats goin on with the speedo?
same brand radiator? buying from same place? sounds like a possible bad batch maybe??
oh, and btw...i love the smell of brand new tools
same brand radiator? buying from same place? sounds like a possible bad batch maybe??
oh, and btw...i love the smell of brand new tools
03-27-2011, 04:49 PM
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Thanks I'm trying to do a little each day
I read that the speed sensor wiring on the manual and automatic harnesses are different. Now that its not working I just need to trace the wires and if they aren't going to their proper pins then rewire them...
I bought a Mishimoto this time, i need to check sometime this week to make sure its def a pinhole. If so then I'll give the lifetime warranty a try. It could always be a leak in the hose or something I missed...
What tools did you get??
I bought a Mishimoto this time, i need to check sometime this week to make sure its def a pinhole. If so then I'll give the lifetime warranty a try. It could always be a leak in the hose or something I missed...
What tools did you get??
03-27-2011, 06:05 PM
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ooh ok gotcha. i was unaware of the wiring being different.
yeah coolant leaks always suck.
i got a 19.2v cordless craftsman impact gun. its freakin sweet! i'd highly recommend it. its on sale right now too. comes with a carrying case, 2 batteries, a charger, and a short extension. normally its 169.99 plus tax and i got it for 146 out the door WITH an extended 3 year warranty!
things a beast
yeah coolant leaks always suck.
i got a 19.2v cordless craftsman impact gun. its freakin sweet! i'd highly recommend it. its on sale right now too. comes with a carrying case, 2 batteries, a charger, and a short extension. normally its 169.99 plus tax and i got it for 146 out the door WITH an extended 3 year warranty!
things a beast
03-28-2011, 07:12 AM
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Sweet deal. I've been wanting one of them, the pneumatic impact is kind of a pain so I only get it out if I'm breaking a few bolts loose
04-02-2011, 06:52 AM
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Does this look like an excessive amount of moisture to anyone? Its idling at about 2k and it was cooler outside which might be a contributor but it just didn't look right to me...
Sorry they are sideways but you get the idea
Sorry they are sideways but you get the idea
04-02-2011, 06:57 AM
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looks like a normal cold start to me... let it warm up good and then see if it goes away like it should.
whats with the crx/hatch (whichever one it is)
whats with the crx/hatch (whichever one it is)
04-02-2011, 08:35 AM
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I did let it warm until the fan went on (twice) the other day and it still seemed to have a decent amount of moisture in it. Maybe im just paranoid about it.
One of my roomates autocrosses a 91 civic
One of my roomates autocrosses a 91 civic
04-02-2011, 10:08 AM
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hmmm, idk maybe its just from not being run for a while? who knows. take it for a drive and see how she does.
and thats cool. i didn't even know you had a room mate. whats he have under the hood?
and thats cool. i didn't even know you had a room mate. whats he have under the hood?
04-02-2011, 10:26 AM
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Good to see you're making such good progress. I have an OEM radiator with both OEM fans still attached, if u decide to just go back stock. I just pulled it out to put in a half size and a slim fan for my turbo setup. PM me an offer and I'll ship it to ya.
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04-03-2011, 04:49 PM
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I actually have 2 roomates, I've turned into a landlord, helps to ease the financial situation haha.
He just rebuilt the stock motor so he could stay in the stock class. Nothing special, just runs well.
Thanks I think I'm going to stick with the half fan though since I've already moved the mounts.
04-03-2011, 07:18 PM
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ooh gotcha. thats cool. def not a bad idea as long as you can get along with them and trust them at the same time.
04-06-2011, 06:27 PM
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Made some small progress the past few days
Side markers soldered/wrapped
One of the motor grounds installed
Hood installed
My make-shift coolant overflow tank
Random pics
Side markers soldered/wrapped
One of the motor grounds installed
Hood installed
My make-shift coolant overflow tank
Random pics
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04-06-2011, 10:06 PM
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bet it feels good to finally have the car back outside again. and man those wheels are gonna look soo good once the car is all back together and cleaned up. really gonna set it off nice i think
04-07-2011, 04:50 AM
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Yea this weather's nice, also nice that the car moves under it's own power too. I'm working on doing some title work right now so I can get this thing inspected as soon as I get the bumper on permanently.
I also found my speed sensor was unplugged, I tested the leads with a meter to verify the voltages are correct but haven't driven it yet to verify the gauge actually does what it's supposed to.
I also found my speed sensor was unplugged, I tested the leads with a meter to verify the voltages are correct but haven't driven it yet to verify the gauge actually does what it's supposed to.
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04-07-2011, 08:49 AM
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cool deal. hows the title process going? is it gonna be a decent process or is it gonna be a big pain in the ***?
04-10-2011, 05:04 PM
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I need to get the title transferred from a PA salvage to an Ohio salvage. Then I need to get the car inspected and have the title changed to a rebuilt title. Doesn't sound too bad but I'm sure the state will find a way to make it a pain.
05-05-2011, 07:18 AM
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Keep it up Berb!
Love how your cleaning and keeping things oem+ as you go along.
What happened to the fresh valve cover? Will that go back on later after it's all titled properly and inspected?
AHerman
Love how your cleaning and keeping things oem+ as you go along.
What happened to the fresh valve cover? Will that go back on later after it's all titled properly and inspected?
AHerman
05-05-2011, 08:18 PM
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i just hopped in here...saw the pic of ur DC when it got stolen...makes me wanna cry. honestly, i've never been a DC person but when i saw the before and after stolen pics, i feel you...props on bringing it back. if it was me, i would've just said forget it...keep it up
05-07-2011, 06:53 AM
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The valve cover is going to have bungs welded on for a breather setup I got so I removed it for now. I haven't gotten around to it with all the other stuff going on but I'm hoping to repaint it again, still not sure what color... suggestions?I'm pumped for H2O!
i just hopped in here...saw the pic of ur DC when it got stolen...makes me wanna cry. honestly, i've never been a DC person but when i saw the before and after stolen pics, i feel you...props on bringing it back. if it was me, i would've just said forget it...keep it up
