Nick's 1997 GMC Sonoma build thread
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Ted's Owner
On to Integra number two!
Yep. Instead of being 2"/2", it'll be 2"/3". Not much of a difference, but the way that I have it configured here, it should handle a ton better. 2" coil springs for the front with new shocks, 3" progressive rate leaf springs for the rear with polyurethane bushings and new shocks, and new upper and lower ball joints in the front for maintenance and abuse purposes. 8)
But, with a 2"/3" setup with my staggered setup, it should sit just about level and the rear may actually tuck ever so slightly. Then will come an alignment (-1.5" camber in the front, the rest will be neutral) and BOOM! Racetruck.
This is a LOOOOONG way off, but it's in the plans because the previous owner was an idiot. Again.
Other plans include a ZQ8 quick-ratio steering box swap (12.1:1 vs. variable 13.1:1-16.1:1), a Jeep Cherokee steering shaft mod (eliminates the rag joints and replaces them with U-joints), and larger sway bars. Then, maybe eventually, a more aggressive wheel/tire setup.
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Ted's Owner
On to Integra number two!
So, I've got a big update --
I replaced my fan clutch and cleaned my MAF sensor and air filter yesterday. It feels like a completely different truck!
Also, while doing such, my mom came out and was talking to me, and she gave me an offer I'm having an extremely hard time refusing.
She brought up a point that I bought the truck for carrying my drums, which she's right. However, she also made a good argument -- If I have my drums in the bed of the truck and it's raining, that's a problem. If I have my drums in the back of the truck while out and about and I have to make a stop, that's a $1,300 target.
So, she's encouraging me to trade my truck since it's running well now. I've tested it -- this thing hauls now!
She also said that if I couldn't trade it, she'd consider BUYING my next vehicle and then I'd pay her back when I sell the truck. So, I'm currently looking at a '97 CR-V and a '02 Blazer. We'll see what happens.
I replaced my fan clutch and cleaned my MAF sensor and air filter yesterday. It feels like a completely different truck!
Also, while doing such, my mom came out and was talking to me, and she gave me an offer I'm having an extremely hard time refusing.
She brought up a point that I bought the truck for carrying my drums, which she's right. However, she also made a good argument -- If I have my drums in the bed of the truck and it's raining, that's a problem. If I have my drums in the back of the truck while out and about and I have to make a stop, that's a $1,300 target.
So, she's encouraging me to trade my truck since it's running well now. I've tested it -- this thing hauls now!
She also said that if I couldn't trade it, she'd consider BUYING my next vehicle and then I'd pay her back when I sell the truck. So, I'm currently looking at a '97 CR-V and a '02 Blazer. We'll see what happens.
Ted's Owner
On to Integra number two!
Cleaned the truck and took some photos.
Ted's Owner
On to Integra number two!
Meh. We'll see. I messaged two people with EK hatchbacks also. We'll see what happens.
And if I get the CR-V, it's going to get some Acura TL Type-S wheels and possibly a small drop.
Ted's Owner
On to Integra number two!
I may be picking up a '97 CR-V this weekend.
Ted's Owner
On to Integra number two!
Score of the day --
I picked up a brand new Durabuilt 123-piece mechanic's tool kit with a lifetime warranty off of Clearance at Target for $19.99.
Also, I was posting on both here and S-10 Forum, but I decided to quit posting on S-10 Forum because those guys are jerks.
I picked up a brand new Durabuilt 123-piece mechanic's tool kit with a lifetime warranty off of Clearance at Target for $19.99.
Also, I was posting on both here and S-10 Forum, but I decided to quit posting on S-10 Forum because those guys are jerks.
Charly[horse]
Name = John
I know I'm late, but i like those wheels a lot
Ted's Owner
On to Integra number two!
Better late than never. Thanks, man!Charly[horse];1328469 said:
Still haven't managed to sell the truck.
Ted's Owner
On to Integra number two!
Got a new car. The truck is now for sale for $1,950 firm.
Ted's Owner
On to Integra number two!
New car thread:
http://www.clubintegra.com/board/showthread.php?t=91716
http://www.clubintegra.com/board/showthread.php?t=91716
MiketheDyke
My job is clean toilets
Why did you end up selling it if you don't mind me asking?
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Ted's Owner
On to Integra number two!
Which car? The Integra or the truck?
I got rid of my old Integra because I needed something to haul my drums in. That's why I got the truck.
I'm selling the truck (I still have it) because it needs more work than I'm willing to put into it and even though it carries my drum set, it leaves it exposed to the elements and exposed to thieves. It also has crappy gas mileage.
I got this Integra because it does both.