freshlude

Idk if you still on this thread but DAMN!! It's nice to see some choose oem parts for once instead of the cheaper route. And nice to know I might run into you and this car one day I just moved back to Ny across the beacon bridge when the weather get better hit up Middletown from what I remember a few years ago meets sometimes get a nice size crowd.. You car came out amazing from how it looked at the beginning, i actually came across your thread lowering up how to apply por 15 and I just went throu all 37 pages so definitely nice to see the way it came and you actually help me with my project..

egvera89

The hatch is looking good bro.

SHG_Riley

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Yeah I try to update it when I can, I've been so busy driving and enjoying the car. The trans/clutch on the previous page are recent and I should have some updates and new pics coming in the next week. Thanks for the kind words Maybe I'll see you around, I'm going to be working in Middletown.
Thank you

crazyjetsfan22

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Few snaps i had of your car from wekfest!
Good to see you again riley.....let me know about those Thompson Track days you guys go to.


DSC_1374 by crazyjetsfan22, on Flickr

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DSC_1484 by crazyjetsfan22, on Flickr

conor97hx

Ya'll do amazing work. Inspiration to continue my project.

ekant

Well she's still looking good!! Any info tips on the por 15 I'm starting my car on Wednesday going to do the front end frist to try it out I'm sure there's no wrong way to do it but did you use the marine clean and metal prep??

Connor

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I know Riley isn't on here very often so I figured Id share my 2 cents as I am fairly familiar with the product and his car. To address the question about the preparation solutions, you really should apply as directed. The POR15 can react pretty harsh to a poorly prepped surface, and drastically reduce its strength and longevity if not applied as directed.

Now in regards to POR15 itself. It works best when applied to a rusty surface. After all it is more of a rust "slower" than a preventative coating. It acts as a sealant to compromised surfaces. Overtime it tends to fade in areas exposed to sunlight and elements, and I have seen it chip on another friend of ours car thats driven year round. It is almost like it does not bite to clean metal as well as rusty metal.

In short, I suggest exploring other options. A spray on undercoating will save you time and money. This will hold up better to elements as well as road debris. Possibly use POR to cover any rusted areas, than coat over it. Rileys car still looks beautiful underneath almost 3 years later, but it is also garaged and not driven during winter months here in the Northeast. He will tell you as well if he could go back he may have chosen a different, less time consuming product to coat the chassis.

Hope this helps and sorry for being long winded.

^Sammy]!.

I agree with Connor on the POR15 I used it on my project as well and it is very time consuming to do but at the same time you want to prep the surface properly so that it may stick well.
Mine has faded quite a bit it is not the same color it was when I applied it and my car is also garaged kept and not driven in winter.

ekant

where are you guys located, in the northeast, cuz im out of newburgh ny

BMA EK_Hatch

awesome build!

Draggin99Si

Amazing build. What happened to this car? Anymore updates?

digital sol

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Beautiful build!

How is the por-15 holding up on the under carriage?

Still a nice wet grey?