My Indecisive 4.0 V8 1UZ-FE Project
My Indecisive 4.0 V8 1UZ-FE Project
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:ohmy: Where's it gone?
![[Image: IMGP3266.jpg]](http://www.project-ruze.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/IMGP3266.jpg)
There it is
Had to take a hacksaw to the slam panel to get it out!!
Quote:There it is Had to take a hacksaw to the slam panel to get it out!!
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As detailed in the Lexus workshop manual.......................
"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"
FirebirdPhil
08-10-2018, 01:26 PM #42Quote:There it is Had to take a hacksaw to the slam panel to get it out!!
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As detailed in the Lexus workshop manual.......................
"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"
Problem was that with the LS400 sat on axle stands at full extension, we couldn't get the boom on the engine hoist high enough to clear the front of the car. It all looked a bit like this:
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A while ago a friend suggested taking the front end off with a grinder and I thought he was joking...
Problem was that with the LS400 sat on axle stands at full extension, we couldn't get the boom on the engine hoist high enough to clear the front of the car. It all looked a bit like this:
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Read my thread here: The Evolution of my Turbo Lexus from NA-Supercharged-Twin Turbo-Massive Single
Please leave your comments.
Sparkystav
08-10-2018, 02:44 PM #45you should of shortened that strap lol
Read my thread here: The Evolution of my Turbo Lexus from NA-Supercharged-Twin Turbo-Massive Single
Please leave your comments.
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It's Scottyboy's old shell, minus the 1JZ-GTE and gearbox that he had in it. It's complete aside from that, rolling on Apexi adjustable suspension. Interior is complete more or less, and the bodywork only needs minimal attention. Result!
Spot the odd one out
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So this turned up this morning...
It's Scottyboy's old shell, minus the 1JZ-GTE and gearbox that he had in it. It's complete aside from that, rolling on Apexi adjustable suspension. Interior is complete more or less, and the bodywork only needs minimal attention. Result!
Spot the odd one out
Rex looks awesome though
My Garage
Supra Build Thread
' Nothing feels quick when your other car has a 1000bhp - JamieP
Quote:A Supra without a spoiler is like a Gypsy's dog without a Nob.
Dan_Turism0
10-10-2018, 12:55 AM #49The odd one out is hiccup as he's not yours :p
Rex looks awesome though
My Garage
Supra Build Thread
' Nothing feels quick when your other car has a 1000bhp - JamieP
Quote:A Supra without a spoiler is like a Gypsy's dog without a Nob.
"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"
FirebirdPhil
10-10-2018, 01:35 AM #50Odd one out is the Rex, other 2 have engines installed. The Rex is waiting to become a tarmac terrorist.
"Life's goal is not to arrive safely at the grave in a well preserved body. But, rather to skid in sideways........
totally worn out and broken, shouting 'Holy ****, WHAT A RIDE!'"
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