I got a little bit done this super bowl Sunday. I replaced both of the drip rails with some good used ones. Way better then the completely shot ones that were on it. Old vs new.I also picked up a new set of rims and tires. The car looks sooo much better in my opinion. They are 17x8.5 Motegi...

I was just curious. I recently got one of the 5000tl quick jack lifts, and im having a hell of a time with all the hose fittings leaking. I used the supplied thread sealant, and tightened the shit out of them and they all seep a little. I guess Ill just take it all back apart and use some good...

Looks amazing! You got the coolant line figured out then?And did you happen to have any problems with fittings leaking on your quick jack?

Im sorry man, this is such a great build. I just finished it from the beginning, and was really hoping for a happy ending.Has the builder said anything? I dont think id trust them, but they are definitely on the hook for something.

The last week I continued the maintaince and did a couple little upgrades while It's been so nice.The Tcase output shaft seal appeared to be leaking, so while it was out I did both of the seals and some Redline heavy shockproof. The oil looked terrible, so I'll probably change the oil again...

There was a guy commenting saying he should have asked more for the car... I was like shush don't tell him that! I had to be quick, and luckily he worked with me since I was 6 hours away. If I didn't get someone else was 5 mins behind me.It seemed like too good of a deal, but so far I'm...

You guys arnt suppose to be the voice of reason! The more and more I think about it, Im wanting to mod this car less and less. You are right, I should just get the old girl going if I want to feel real boost.The car is just too damn slow right now though. It really needs just a few tasteful...

Is there 2 pieces to it? I can only get one, the other one is either missing or stuck behind somewhere. Yes please show some pictures that would be great! It's an all grey/black interior.

So here is currently the things I'm going to address first.Oil in trans/tcase/rear diff replace battery with the correct size Change out damaged tail lights Replace the drip moldings Change the rims Replace passenger door handle Find replacement interior parts that are missing/broken Figure...

After getting my hands on her and doing some maintenance, I was more and more pleased with my purchase. This car needs a handfull of little things, but it is the cleanest dsm I have personally ever seen. It appears to be taken care of very well.For now, Im going to be doing all the pre-...

Well guys Im back! Its been at least a 10 year hiatus, and a lot has changed. I moved states, got married, and had a kid. I have owned the talon in my avatar the entire time, and it hurts to say but it hasnt ran in at least 10 years as well. Maybe the DSM bug has bit me hard enough to get that...

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I was coming here to try and talk you out of selling it. Sometimes these cars become a time and financial burden its hard to move forward. One thing Im so glad I did was never sell my car or all my DSM parts even after not driving it for nearly 10 years. I recently picked up a new talon, and it...

I probably will hold on to them then!Where are you at in Centennial? I grew up in SE Aurora off of smokey hill. I still go back often to visit friends and family. One of the things I miss the most about Colorado is the car scene. Nebraska really sucks for cars.

I just bought a set during their christmas sale. I was worried that the 14k spring rate was going to be pretty rough. I thought about selling them and going to a BC or even Tein. That and no dampener adjustability kinda sucks, but they were a extremely good price.

Awesome build man. I look forward to seeing more progress.

Is that direct bolt on with the JDM knucks or do you still need an adapter? Looking great man!

You do have everything apart... buy once cry once?I'd at the very least see if you can get the old one resurfaced.

Have you tried to stall with your set up yet?Using any nitrious to spool. Seems like a pretty laggy turbo, not horrible but for a stock converter you might have issues off the line.

Any pointers for installing the 6 bolt in a 2g kit?What converter are you running?Very nice build man, looks fantastic. Hows the spool up on that turbo?

Update:I havnt really done much to the car. This update is mostly for whats soon to come to the car.I did pick up a 2gb talon front bumper and had it repainted. I think its a worlds difference over the 2gb eclipse bumper. I still have the 2gb eclipse headlights with a bit of a gap on it. I...

Is there a sticker covering the tag?

I just went 2gb talon bumper on my talon that had the 2gb eclipse bumper previously. My car looks so much better.The talon bumper looks so much better. So much rarer and uncommon. Everyone has the 2gb eclipse bumper. But to each its own.

Very clean car man! Keep up the good work on it. Any big performance plans for it?? Looks like your keeping it moderatly stock for now?Also did you remove the badge on the front bumper to paint it? If so how'd you remove it and put it back on? I want to paint mine, Different color of course (:

Update:Well because the car wouldnt get up on the stall like I previously said I had to do the unthinkable. I down graded turbos. I had to put the evo 3 16g back on it. I thought about it long and hard but it made more sense for a daily driver to have a smaller faster spooling turbo. Just...

Update?? Sorry to pester but this is probably my favorite dsm build and I know you already built your 2.3 so there has to be some updates!

if the seats are perfect Id love to take themshoot me a txt 3-2426286

Hows the interior on this thing? My DD could use some better panels/seats plus Id like to stop by and shoot the shit and talk car.

Looking good man. You need to get link and injectors for that thing.I got family in bozeman Im up there every summer. Never once seen a dsm up there lol keep up the good work and post some pictures

Update: 4-30-13I got the 20g and Ext WG on a couple weeks ago. Also installed the solid transmission mount and solid front motor mount as well. Cleaned and painted my FP manifold and got those new exhaust manifold to head bolts on too. Removed the charcoal canister and dropped my battery down...

Not much of an update here but I got a couple updated pictures.I got the stock downpipe on and cat so It can get emissions done. Tuning is going to start this week, hopefully it will pass on the maf. Soon after it will get switched to speed density. After driving it this last weekend I got...

That is one damn good looking car. I want a 1ga now

I have only drove it a few times since the install. But so for at 15psi It feels stronger then the 68 at 18. I can tell this turbo will kick ass. I just need to get motivatied and get this thing tuned.

Update 4-3-13I had a modified holset wg actuator for MHI turbos and I finally got it installed. With the heavily ported 34mm flapper and stock WG it couldnt hold more then 15psi before dropping boost. Now it holds a steady 20psi.I got my forced four shift box and transmission temp gauge...

Corey man we need some updates!

How much boost was this on?I have a couple buddys with stock turbo evo 8's and they are near 400HP and the evo 8 turbos are a bit smaller too.

How did you end up rolling the rear fenders with the upper control arm in the way?

Yes this is my DD. Ive been dding a DSM for the past 4 years. Its not as bad as it seems

Small updateSo Ive got what feels like alot done to the car since the post. I did a complete brake job, powerstop slotted and drilled rotors and pads and raybesto rear brakes. Also did new tie rod ends as well. Installed the Tokico blue shocks with tein springs to get rid of that big wheel gap...

2-27-13Not much of an update. Its fairly cold here so motivation to get in the garage and get work done is minimal.I did finally get my Calan catch can installed with my Hal cap.Also If you noticed I painted my Intercooler piping black, also Installed heat barrier throttle body gaskets...

I hope thats not AWD

Is that your thermastat housing? Whats going on there it looks interesting

My 272 cams have 10-11 vac idle.Id say if you have cams your idle is about right.Theres a guy in the classifieds that I have rebuild my TB's. I send in 3 or 4 cores and he will rebuild for free or discount. I believe its 130 for rebuild. awdtalon21 is his name. He does great work. Id...

Is that your drain line thats 2 feet long? lolId suggest shortening that if thats what that is. Great build man. I keep an eye out for your updates so keep up the work.

At least its not a 4g63.Carry on.

Just letting you know your tial is mounted backwards.Build looks good. Look forward to more updates

looking good man. If you ever need a hand im right over at buckly and smoky hill.

I got the HTA71 installed. Just waiting on my calan catch can if it ever shows up then I just need to wire in my new AEM wideband then get her tuned

Update 11-26-12Its been a while since an update, lost interest in the journal thing as no one seems interested in my build. But thought Id update for shits and giggles.I havnt done much since the last update. I tried to have it tuned, but my wideband is acting funny, and me any my buddy...

Update 11-26-12Its been a while since an update. Kinda lost interest in the whole journal since no one seems interested in it. But anyways Ive done a few things since the last update.I picked up a blown S16g and rebuilt it and ported it. I liked the t28 but it didnt have solid boost control...