the little work log of my sol

[dc292177917]

hey guys i m derek, nice to meet u all :)
i m an international student from hong kong with limited funds,
here's my first car and she is del sol.
mechanical she's all good and all stock.
the interior is a bit untidy and i m going to do it up :D
btw i m in melb, it'll be great if i can meet someone who can give me technical advices:wave:

Step Zero - All Stock
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSC_2352.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSC_2358.jpg
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http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSC_2616.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSC_2614.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSC_2615.jpg
Step One - 5000k HID Bulbs
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSC_2651.jpg

it currently looks like this...
https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/1149186_10151937320382317_916973857_o.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/1167478_10151945213252317_1085160705_o.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/1266385_10151945212712317_1974198513_o.jpg
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/1271953_10151945212647317_192273122_o.jpg

[ekcoupe]

welcome mate very nice del sol u got there keep it clean:D

[beeza]

I likes!

Very nice,the del sol always looks sexy and different.

[Red_EG4]

ahhh that looks great Derek!
Love the clean Red. Please excuse my ignorance but what is an EL dial?
did you install the HIDs yourself?

[dc292177917]

EL Dial is sth like....THIS (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Mitsubishi-Lancer-Ralliart-Evo-4-5-6-Dash-EL-Dial-LQQK_W0QQitemZ160402823018QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Ca r_Parts_Accessories?hash=item2558c0d76a) LOL
yes i did that myself with my little asian hand,
not being offensive but i promise big hands can't do the job unless they take the bumper and lights off (specially the passenger side)
btw they are normal bulbs only, not xenon and anyway i don't think there're any room to place the ballart...

[vtecing]

very cool, i want one of these for my next car

[Red_EG4]

EL Dial is sth like....THIS (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Mitsubishi-Lancer-Ralliart-Evo-4-5-6-Dash-EL-Dial-LQQK_W0QQitemZ160402823018QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Ca r_Parts_Accessories?hash=item2558c0d76a) LOL
yes i did that myself with my little asian hand,
not being offensive but i promise big hands can't do the job unless they take the bumper and lights off (specially the passenger side)
btw they are normal bulbs only, not xenon and anyway i don't think there're any room to place the ballart...

Oh I see now, I think I'll look into some hid bulbs too. My lights are woeful.

[dc292177917]

Oh I see now, I think I'll look into some hid bulbs too. My lights are woeful.

mine is 5000k bulbs
if u want more bluish effect 6000k is suggested :)
anyway if i m not on tight budget, i'll go for philip's diamond vision,
they're far better in every aspect and quality is guaranteed (Y)

[xntrik]

Apparently EM1 lip fits the Del-sol OEM bar quite well.

My friend had one his Del-sol.

This might help you if you're taking a look at lips.


Welcome btw.

[dc292177917]

Apparently EM1 lip fits the Del-sol OEM bar quite well.

My friend had one his Del-sol.

This might help you if you're taking a look at lips.


Welcome btw.

*O* that sounds cool
are there any photos available and is it difficult to install?
cheers

[dc292177917]

Step Two - LED Cluster + LED Parker
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSC_2683.jpg
so much better now:thumbsup:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSC_2687.jpg
see the difference lol

[dc292177917]

so here're some recent updates :)
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs050.snc4/34839_450209847316_503717316_6467686_7894756_n.jpg
pioneer for the rears
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs517.ash1/30484_448302217316_503717316_6418868_5227410_n.jpg
jazz vti-s rims
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs517.ash1/30484_448302222316_503717316_6418869_1815965_n.jpg
got the blocked drain drained *U*

DC2R steering wheel on the way from japan
changed my mind a bit
now looking for koni upgrade and a EG6 front lip
probably that's all
wanna keep it as OEM as possible :)

[IEVAQ8]

very nice.............

[dc292177917]

oh yeah, interior pretty much done for now :D
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs251.snc4/39900_464242657316_503717316_6862346_7427842_n.jpg
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs271.snc4/39900_464242667316_503717316_6862348_4157729_n.jpg
installing the new headunit
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs147.ash2/40710_464942327316_503717316_6879908_2519146_n.jpg
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs369.snc4/45226_464942272316_503717316_6879904_4979430_n.jpg
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs307.snc4/40710_464942312316_503717316_6879905_4537193_n.jpg
clutch replacement, the old thing that lasted 180,000kms!! (thz tom for the help!!)
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs154.ash2/41031_464242562316_503717316_6862343_7033203_n.jpg

[pablos8]

The spread on your cluster looks great, what model/brand of bulbs did you use for the cluster and where did you.get them from?

[riruiz_88]

really liking this already, the clean fresh look. keep up the good work :thumbsup:

[Temp3st]

Nice upgrades man i got my EG a week and a half ago and i basically did all the same things you did (Minus the headlights) hope to see great things from you!

[dc292177917]

The spread on your cluster looks great, what model/brand of bulbs did you use for the cluster and where did you.get them from?
they're all T5s
i can't rmb the exact number
should a total of 10 for clutster alone
one pair for side indicator
one for hi beam bulb
7 for the back
other warning lights i just kept them original
for the A/C control unit u will need another pair of T5s
i got them from bright auto parts located in fentree gully
they're much better than those cheap rip offs from china
pm me if u want more details :)

[Temp3st]

Can i just say as well that you're a wicked photographer?

[dc292177917]

Can i just say as well that you're a wicked photographer?
lolz... yeah that's my PT job, i earn pocket money with my camera :D

[Temp3st]

Haha thats sick man somedays i wish i could take decent photos but ill leave that to my bro :P

[tiah313]

nice crx, i will see you around Box Hill lol

[GSi_PSi]

nice crx got myself one recently, same as urs but in blue :) completly stock except for cdplayer

[IEVAQ8]

hey derek.....
if u still looking for coilovers, i want to get rid of mine, and u know how they ride....lol

but i will do the install and adjustments for u....

let me know
;)

[Bludger]

I really like your style and what you've done to the car.

Very nice and clean, the way it should be.

only thing i don't like is your HID setup, get rid of it imo.

good luck.

[dc292177917]

finally got her a set of coilovers
thz tom for everything!!
she goes like a go-kart now
btw i got her a set of 3000k HID for the hi beams
it kicks the slow arses out of the right lane very effectively LOL
and it reali helps to see better in bad weathers:wave:
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSC_3021.jpg
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[tiah313]

nice car, is ur rear parker lights abit too bright ==

[dc292177917]

i think it's just the exposure problem, they dont look as bright in real life lol

[tiah313]

what mods are u gettin next?

[dc292177917]

i guess i will work on the muffler when i hv the time and money
just for better look and sound coz i m not much into power lol

[dc292177917]

quick update for some new photos :D
new HID ket installed
4300k; bright as hell without drawing too much cop attentions
sharp cut-off line
will post up some pics of result later~
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs387.ash2/66592_492425802316_503717316_7447376_6597759_n.jpg
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[IEVAQ8]

i love it....

[dc292177917]

i love it....

bro u wont say that again once yr EK and S13 is done lol
can't wait to visit yr "K13" :wave:

[dc292177917]

who said HID must hv glares? see the cut-off line lol
this is a better kit than philips i can say
and cheaper as well
55W 4300k on the LO's and 35W 3300k on the HI's
the 3300k reali helps to see much much much better in bad weathers
i hv proved it myself last nite on mt dandenong
it penetrates trough the thick fog
IMO, getting HID over 6000k is....
well bluish white looks cool only lol
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSC_3318.jpg
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[davidvtec]

making some good progress mate. i like the new kit you got installed too. whats next on ya mind?

also your car looks really immaculate inside out for its age. im lovin your work man

[dc292177917]

the next plan....
um, pbly a electric boot popper conversion
AUDM del sols are stupid, even the later models they still need a key to open the boot
not like USDM ones they hv a pull handle in the cabin
the big plan is going around and find a cheap panel shop
get rid of some hail marks, stone chips and a slightly faded rear panel
again, if i hv the money lol recently got a $500 worth of speed tickets fml...

[pablos8]

$500 worth of speeding tickets? WTF LOL

do you have an overseas license?

Nice car man, I'm looking at getting one of these for my next daily :) really really liking your cluster hahaha

[dc292177917]

$500 worth of speeding tickets? WTF LOL

do you have an overseas license?

Nice car man, I'm looking at getting one of these for my next daily :) really really liking your cluster hahaha

nah but some frds of mine they do hv international license lol
seriously, get one if u can find one without water issues
for 8k mark u can't ask for more
B16A + target top + a HUGE boot
this is the most practical 2 seater u can find
btw the ABS is back on working again after the installation of HIDs, weird lol

[tiah313]

when are u going for the next mt dandy run

[dc292177917]

ummm...not sure, there has to be a chick on the passenger seat to motivate me lol

[pablos8]

Hey what year model is ur delsol/

[dc292177917]

it's a 93, and the ABS is still working lol (i would like it not working tho...)

[pablos8]

it's a 93, and the ABS is still working lol (i would like it not working tho...)

I thought ABS came for 95+ models? Maybe thats in the US only or something haha

You don't want ABS to work? lol take it out then :D

[Kiz_EG6]

Hiya mate

Loving the build up thread... I have a muffler coming up soon (as soon as I hax saw it off my DA9) It is a 4" cannon, not sure if that is what you are looking for, but PM me if it is :)

[Red_EG4]

why would you want to remove ABS? if it's some how affecting your mountain runs, that's better than the lock up its preventing.

[travisg]

love the work you've done so far dude,very clean,your photos are excellent,maybe take up photography full time...

[pablos8]

Hey man, I might be interested in getting some of those bulbs u got for ur cluster :D

[dc292177917]

did i send u the link for the bulbs b4?
if not throw me a pm mate ;)

[@ivan@]

Hey man, very nice del sol u got there. Keep it up. I am an international student from HK too LOL

[dc292177917]

a little bit of progress
Fujisubo Legalis-R
intake resonator removed
Mugen RNR with 215/45/15 TOYO T1S
will be replaced with 205/50/15 KU31 soon

if u guys like my photos and would like to help with my progress a bit financially
i m a part time photographer mainly on event photos, products and cars
pm me for a price if u want an album for yr ride

cheers

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3kTkwjz9Dw
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y127/derektl_chan/discuss/DSS_5201e.jpg
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[Red_EG4]

Why the change in tyre size?

[dc292177917]

coz the 215s came with the rims and not much meat left
i used to run 195/50/15 KU31s and i loved them so yea
anyway the 215s took away the corner sharpness which i dont like lol

[DC2-PWR]

What a little beast!!

Good stuff man

[Red_EG4]

coz the 215s came with the rims and not much meat left
i used to run 195/50/15 KU31s and i loved them so yea
anyway the 215s took away the corner sharpness which i dont like lol
ahhh yes
I haven't had much experience with different sizes so I was curious
is the rolling diameter much different?

[dc292177917]

nah they r pretty much the same
http://www.kouki.co.uk/utilities/visual-tyre-size-calculator
try it!! :D

[dc292177917]

some new photos :D
http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/246778_10150267215577317_503717316_9252680_5763279 _n.jpg
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[dc292177917]

bit of updates

projector retrofitted headlight
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/s720x720/418393_10150790521817317_503717316_11764842_122933 384_n.jpg
red illuminated needles (they look normal when in daytime)
http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/419867_10150791532302317_503717316_11768377_151339 2410_n.jpg

[oopoc]

That's nice mate. Was that you driving in the vid? Been thinking of getting one of those exhaust systems but their mighty pricey (and from what I've seen worth every cent)

[dc292177917]

That's nice mate. Was that you driving in the vid? Been thinking of getting one of those exhaust systems but their mighty pricey (and from what I've seen worth every cent)

yea that was me lol
i got it for abt $1100 installed
near new shipped from japan
and yes they worth the money :D

here's another two video of it from the outside
stock intake
http://www.facebook.com/v/10150223518712317
stock intake with resonator taken off
http://www.facebook.com/v/10150223488922317

[dc292177917]

some recent pics
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/s720x720/198370_10151095120382317_780848246_n.jpg
http://a8.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/s720x720/599148_10151083160477317_382987689_n.jpg
http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/s720x720/248035_10151083160407317_111262033_n.jpg
http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/s720x720/544715_10151081098212317_760246928_n.jpg

[androo]

Love the retrofit. Looks awesome. Did it take you long?

[Snoop_gee]

u know im a fan of ur ride man.
just wish u actually installed them plates and s2k seats.
would look heaps hottt

[GSi_PSi]

nice did how did you fit the projectors

any pics

[OPL33Z]

Wow love the headlights
Big fan

How did you do it?

Also if you could shed some light on how you did the whole cluster for another brother with a crx lol

Keep up the good work

[GSi_PSi]

woo go vincent...


moar updates now

[JDM DC2R]

Just read the hole thread. Very nice CRX. Any thoughts of a B18c2-7 engine swap?

[dc292177917]

Wow love the headlights
Big fan

How did you do it?

Also if you could shed some light on how you did the whole cluster for another brother with a crx lol

Keep up the good work

the headlight...
just ordinary steps on how to retrofit a projector
i looked it up in google b4 doing anything
the most important thing is test fitting and source the right parts
for the cluster i used some good SMD T5s
they are pretty pricey but yea result is good :)
PM me if u want to know where to get

[dc292177917]

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[mocchi]

tom do you work at seekers now?
nice wheels m8!

[dc292177917]

tom do you work at seekers now?
nice wheels m8!

thz mate. yea i work in seeker for part time haha

[dc292177917]

Just read the hole thread. Very nice CRX. Any thoughts of a B18c2-7 engine swap?

not after power atm
it already decent enuf to run quickly on the mountains :P
the next step will be front and rear cambers
and a 1.5way LSD 4.4 gearbox ready to drop in

[BG-33P]

Thought of a light flywheel? I'll have to take you for a spin in mine to see what you think. I love it, so much of a difference.

[dc292177917]

Thought of a light flywheel? I'll have to take you for a spin in mine to see what you think. I love it, so much of a difference.

a toda flywheel is going to go along with the gearbox lol

[BG-33P]

nice! Much more noticeable then an exhaust i reckon. Are you going to jdmst on sunday?

[dc292177917]

nice! Much more noticeable then an exhaust i reckon. Are you going to jdmst on sunday?

hvnt heard abt the meet....
pbly going if time and place is right
any details?

[BG-33P]

theres a thread on here:

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?167195-JDMST-August-EOMM-Flagstaff-Carpark&highlight=jdmst

but theres info on their own forum as well. Theres a link in that thread. Should be a good group of Hondas attending.

[dc292177917]

quick photoshoot
http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/577123_10151272305182317_1894644263_n.jpg
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http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/285593_10151272305417317_1024872680_n.jpg

[EKVTIR-T]

Simple and clean yeah man

[dc292177917]

http://sphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/154963_10151439636787317_614995690_n.jpg

[dc292177917]

some major updates lol
https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/1149186_10151937320382317_916973857_o.jpg
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[EKVTIR-T]

1st pic look sick